Latest Regulatory Risk News

Sarama Resources has formally filed a US$242 million damages claim against Burkina Faso following the expropriation of its Tankoro 2 Exploration Permit, marking a pivotal step in its international arbitration process.

Aquirian Limited has completed a strategic review of its Wubin Energetics Precinct and entered a framework agreement with Hongda Civil Blasting Group to establish a joint venture for an automated electronic detonator facility in Western Australia.

Noble Helium advances its North Rukwa helium project with a confirmed five-hole drilling campaign and a significant resource upgrade, backed by leadership changes and shareholder funding.

Cleo Diagnostics has secured positive FDA feedback and nearly 1,600 biobank samples, accelerating its ovarian cancer blood test development ahead of a planned 2026 U.S. market entry.

NGX Limited progresses its Malingunde graphite project with key technical studies and downstream qualification, while advancing uranium exploration in Namibia. Market dynamics and regulatory shifts position NGX favorably in the clean energy minerals sector.

Galan Lithium has completed a $20 million placement and secured Argentine government incentives, advancing its Hombre Muerto West lithium project toward first production in early 2026.

VHM Limited has secured approval for its Cultural Heritage Management Plan at the Goschen Project, clearing a vital regulatory hurdle and enabling formal lodgement of its Work Plan to progress development.

Jumbo Interactive has acquired Dream Giveaway, a leading US digital prize draw business, marking its strategic entry into the lucrative American B2C prize market. The A$55.4 million deal leverages Dream Giveaway’s established brand and loyal customer base to accelerate Jumbo’s international growth.

Infini Resources Limited has launched a C$10 million flow-through share offer to fund exploration at its Canadian uranium projects, aiming to advance drilling programs while navigating regulatory and market risks.

Pivotal Metals Limited has announced a C$2.6 million flow-through share offer targeting Canadian investors, aimed at funding critical minerals exploration in Quebec. The offer complements a concurrent institutional placement, underscoring the company’s aggressive growth strategy amid significant operational risks.

Equatorial Resources reports a postponed arbitration hearing over Congo iron ore disputes and seeks clarity on Guinea permit cancellations, while maintaining a solid cash reserve.

LGI Limited has launched a $5 million Share Purchase Plan offering eligible shareholders in Australia and New Zealand the chance to buy additional shares at a slight discount. The capital raise aims to fund the acceleration of key renewable energy projects.