Latest Technology Sector News

Locate Technologies Limited has responded to an ASX inquiry about unusual trading activity, confirming no undisclosed information and compliance with listing rules. The company points to recent capital raising announcements as context for the share price movement.

QuickFee Limited has successfully completed an oversubscribed Share Purchase Plan, raising a total of A$1.532 million alongside a recent placement, positioning the fintech for accelerated loan book expansion in the US and Australia.

Xero has completed a significant A$1.85 billion institutional placement to fund its acquisition of Melio, aiming to enhance its accounting and payments platform in the US market. A complementary A$200 million Share Purchase Plan will offer retail investors a chance to participate.

Bailador Technology Investments has updated its portfolio valuations, revealing strong gains in key holdings and a projected gross return of 32.8% for FY25. However, one investment saw a significant decline, tempering overall optimism.

Inventis Limited has requested a voluntary suspension of its shares on the ASX to finalize an important announcement following regulatory queries. The suspension will last until the announcement is released or trading resumes on 27 June 2025.

Bailador Technology Investments has boosted the carrying value of its DASH investment by 49%, following a fresh capital raise at a significantly higher valuation. This uplift reflects DASH’s growing footprint in Australia’s wealth management technology sector.

DroneShield has landed its largest-ever contract worth $61.6 million from a European military reseller, surpassing its entire 2024 revenue. Delivery is slated for Q3 2025, marking a significant milestone in the company's growth trajectory.

DTI Group has successfully closed a fully underwritten entitlement offer, raising $2.69 million to support its transit technology ambitions. The offer saw strong shareholder participation alongside a managed shortfall placement.

Fortifai Limited has successfully raised $2.3 million through an upsized share placement, aiming to bolster its AI Gaming Lab and technology partnerships. The capital injection will support ongoing operations and strategic growth initiatives.

HITIQ Limited has closed its pro-rata rights issue, raising $360,426 before costs, and is now focusing on placing the remaining shortfall of shares within three months.

Sunrise Energy Metals has secured $6 million through a placement and is seeing strong support for its Share Purchase Plan, aiming to fast-track the Syerston Scandium Project feasibility study by Q3 2025.

BirdDog Technology has postponed its shareholder meeting to July 22, raising its share buy-back price by 40% to 7 cents ahead of a proposed ASX delisting. Major shareholders back the move, signaling strong support for the company’s exit plan.