Latest Technology Modernisation News

Tabcorp Holdings posted modest revenue growth and a sharp rise in net profit for FY26, while unveiling a major acquisition to accelerate its wagering technology transformation.

Monvia Limited reported a $28.7 million revenue year with a $6.9 million adjusted EBITDA, exceeding IPO forecasts, while renewing a $60 million contract with MetLife and completing its ASX listing.

Aussie Broadband reported a 9% revenue increase to $1.3 billion and a 20% rise in underlying EBITDA for FY26, driven by organic growth and transformative acquisitions including AGL Telco and Nexgen.

National Australia Bank’s June quarter cash earnings edged up 2% excluding a large notable item, supported by lower credit impairments and steady business lending growth despite rising costs and economic headwinds.

ASX Limited reported a 13.3% rise in operating revenue to $1.25 billion for FY26, with underlying net profit up 5.2%, despite a 3.5% dip in statutory profit due to significant one-off costs including a $20.5 million ASIC penalty. The company declared a fully franked final dividend of 104.7 cents per share and appointed Anthony Attia as CEO.

BetMakers Technology Group has inked a binding deal for Tabcorp to acquire it at a 45.5% premium, valuing the wagering tech firm at about $283 million. Shareholders can opt for cash or a mix of cash and Tabcorp shares, with completion aimed for Q3 FY27.

Tabcorp Holdings has agreed to acquire BetMakers Technology Group for approximately $267 million, aiming to accelerate its wagering technology upgrade and expand its global B2B footprint. The deal targets $30 million in cost synergies by Year 2 and expects double-digit EPS accretion by Year 3.

Spectur Limited posted its strongest quarter of cash receipts in FY26, driven by new contracts and a major technology upgrade, while launching legal action over significant customer losses.

ASX has settled ASIC proceedings over 2022 statements on its previous CHESS project, admitting to misleading the market with a 'progressing well' claim. The settlement includes a $20.5 million penalty and $3 million in legal cost contributions, pending Federal Court approval.

ASX Limited projects a significant 18-21% rise in expenses for FY27 driven by technology modernisation and regulatory response, while increasing capital expenditure guidance to up to $200 million.

National Australia Bank’s half year to March 2026 saw revenue climb 8.7% to $11.16 billion while net profit dropped 19.3%, hit by a $949 million accelerated software amortisation. Excluding this, cash earnings edged 2.3% higher, underpinned by strong business banking growth and cautious credit provisioning amid geopolitical uncertainty.

ASX has successfully deployed Release 1 of its CHESS system, introducing a modern clearing platform designed to handle increased trading volumes and improve resilience. The rollout marks a key step in ASX's technology modernisation strategy, with Release 2 on track for 2029.