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Grand Gulf Energy is intensifying technical evaluations and exploration activities at its Red Helium Project in Utah following a sharp rise in global helium prices triggered by geopolitical disruptions affecting Qatar's helium exports.

Archer Materials has progressed its Biochip program by completing the alpha prototype and Stage 1 project with IMEC, now advancing to develop a beta prototype suitable for external use and clinical validation.

Weebit Nano Ltd (ASX: WBT) has opened a non-underwritten Share Purchase Plan (SPP) offering eligible shareholders in Australia and New Zealand the chance to buy up to A$30,000 worth of shares at A$4.05 each. The company aims to raise up to A$15 million to support the commercialisation of its Resistive RAM (ReRAM) technology.

Pioneer Minerals has reported outstanding gallium assay results at its Springfield Prospect in Idaho, revealing a new critical mineral dimension alongside tungsten and precious metals. This discovery positions the North Pine Project as a strategically significant multi-commodity critical minerals hub aligned with US supply chain priorities.

West Cobar Metals reports promising metallurgical testwork supporting a low-cost heap leach processing pathway at its Salazar Critical Minerals Project, highlighting strong recoveries of high-value rare earths including dysprosium and terbium.

ABx Group’s ALCORE subsidiary has reached a key environmental milestone for its hydrogen fluoride pilot plant in Tasmania, progressing construction and expanding its engineering team ahead of commissioning in late 2026.

Sims Lifecycle Services (SLS) has emerged as a powerhouse within Sims Group, driving nearly 40% of group earnings through strategic hyperscaler partnerships and capitalising on structural shifts in the memory market.

Alpha HPA Limited reports a surge in semiconductor sector demand driven by AI infrastructure expansion, with significant upgrades in Letters of Intent from key Japanese customers and ongoing capacity expansion.

The Speewah Fluorite Project in Western Australia has been officially recognised by the Japanese and US governments as a critical minerals supply chain asset, signalling strong international support and potential financial backing.

OD6 Metals has significantly expanded its claim holdings around the Quinn Fluorspar Project in Nevada, securing promising new exploration targets including the large Dresser epithermal alteration zone. This move strengthens its position in a critical mineral district vital to US supply chains.

Grand Gulf Energy reports solid oil production revenue from its Louisiana assets and advances its helium project amid rising commodity prices, positioning itself for growth in energy and critical minerals.

Sunrise Energy Metals has completed a feasibility study for its Syerston Scandium Project, revealing a low-cost, long-life operation poised to supply critical scandium amid tightening Chinese export controls. The project targets production by mid-2028 with strong government backing and a growing global market.