Latest Regulatory Development News

DigiCo Infrastructure REIT appoints Michael Juniper as CEO, signaling a strategic push into advanced data centre development amid rising cloud and AI demand. Chris Maher shifts focus to government relations, underscoring regulatory challenges ahead.

Island Pharmaceuticals has secured over $1 million through option exercises by directors and major shareholders, bolstering its cash reserves to advance the clinical and regulatory development of its broad-spectrum antiviral, Galidesivir.

Viridis Mining and Minerals advances its Colossus Rare Earth Project with a favorable environmental assessment, despite a temporary regulatory pause to address public prosecutor concerns.

Big River Industries Ltd (ASX, BRI) is set to acquire John’s Building Supplies, a leading Western Australian distributor, in a $17 million deal that promises immediate earnings accretion and strategic growth in the WA market.

Southern Cross Media Group has secured crucial ACMA approval for its proposed merger with Seven West Media, advancing a major consolidation in Australia’s media landscape. The deal now moves closer to final shareholder approval.

Aroa Biosurgery has reported a strong first half for FY26, with 14% revenue growth driven by its Myriad product line and a return to positive EBITDA. The company also secured relief from ASX quarterly reporting requirements, signaling improved financial stability.

Aroa Biosurgery reported a 14% rise in product sales to NZ$44.6 million for the half-year ended September 2025, driven by strong growth in its Myriad portfolio. The company also posted a normalised EBITDA profit and reaffirmed its FY26 revenue and profit guidance.

Little Green Pharma Ltd reported a 9.6% revenue increase to $19.2 million and slashed its net loss by 73% in the half-year ending September 2025, driven by strong growth in European medicinal cannabis markets.

Novatti Group’s AUDD stablecoin has exceeded $1 billion in transactions on the Stellar blockchain, marking a significant milestone in Australia’s digital payments landscape.

Commonwealth Bank of Australia reported a 33 basis point increase in its CET1 capital ratio for Q3 2025, driven by earnings growth despite a rise in risk-weighted assets. Liquidity and leverage metrics remain robust, underscoring the bank's resilient capital position.

News Corporation reported a 2% revenue increase to $2.144 billion for Q1 FY2026, driven by growth in Dow Jones and Digital Real Estate Services, while Book Publishing faced headwinds. Net income rose 4% to $150 million, supported by operational efficiencies and a robust balance sheet.

Block, Inc. reported a modest 2% revenue increase in Q3 2025 driven by growth in its Cash App and Square segments, alongside a $461.5 million net income. The company issued $2.2 billion in senior notes and repurchased $1.5 billion in stock, while navigating ongoing regulatory scrutiny and legal challenges.