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Scalare Partners (ASX:SCP) reported a striking 771% year-on-year revenue increase to $5.26 million in Q3 FY26, alongside positive operating cashflow of $2.84 million, driven by ecosystem growth and new partnerships.

Zinc Mines Ireland (ASX: ZMI) has acquired Dutch metals tech firm Meclex, integrating its proprietary low-temperature hydrometallurgical processes into ZMI’s Kildare zinc project. The move aims to unlock critical mineral value and reduce environmental impact in European zinc and battery recycling markets.

ION Video Ltd has responded to ASX inquiries by confirming its recent discussions with Meta Platforms and Alphabet remain preliminary, with no binding agreements or commercial terms agreed. The company emphasised that the engagements are exploratory and non-binding, explaining why earlier disclosure was not required.

ION Video has entered substantive early-stage discussions with Meta and Alphabet, exploring potential applications of its patented video virtualization technology. These talks are part of a broader engagement with major global tech players, though no formal deals have yet been struck.

BluGlass has secured an upsized A$8 million placement, including a A$2.3 million cornerstone investment from its board and management, to accelerate its gallium nitride laser manufacturing and support a growing project pipeline.

Scout Security Limited posted a $10.5 million net loss for the half-year ended 31 December 2025, driven largely by a $9.1 million goodwill impairment linked to its acquisition of Roo Inc. The company raised capital and secured new partnerships while facing ongoing going concern uncertainties.

Zinc of Ireland NL (ASX: ZMI) has entered a binding agreement to acquire Dutch metals technology company Meclex, integrating proprietary hydrometallurgical processes ARGO and VOLTA with its Kildare Zinc project. The company also announced a $5.5 million placement to support exploration and technology development alongside new board appointments.

DroneShield Limited has appointed Angus Bean as its new CEO and Hamish McLennan as Chairman, following the departures of Oleg Vornik and Peter James. The company also reported record cash receipts of $77 million in the first quarter of 2026, reflecting strong growth momentum.

Vinyl Group has locked in a $10 million unsecured loan from its Non-Executive Chairman to fund the acquisition of Val Morgan Digital and support working capital needs.

Navigator Global Investments has acquired a 4.5% stake in Canadian AI-focused growth equity firm Georgian through a USD 100 million investment, enhancing its exposure to AI-driven private markets.

Oneview Healthcare PLC has launched a Security Purchase Plan (SPP) to raise up to A$2 million, following a recent A$19 million placement. The SPP offers eligible shareholders discounted shares to support AI development and customer deployments.

Sparc Technologies has secured a $680,000 non-dilutive advance on its anticipated FY26 R&D tax refund, strengthening its cash flow as it accelerates commercialisation of its graphene additive ecosparc and green hydrogen ventures.