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Lumos Diagnostics has secured a key FDA 510(k) clearance with CLIA waiver for its FebriDx rapid test, unlocking a US$1 billion-plus market opportunity and triggering milestone payments exceeding US$6 million. The company reported a 37% revenue jump in Q3 FY26, supported by a A$20 million placement and ongoing clinical and development projects.

Diablo Resources has extended high-grade silver, antimony, and copper mineralisation at its Star Range Project in Utah, with assays hitting 534 g/t silver and 0.19% antimony. The company is advancing toward a maiden drilling program scheduled for Q2 2026.

4DMedical lands a contract with pharma giant GSK, gains UKCA certification for its CT:VQ™ lung imaging technology, and joins the S&P/ASX 200, marking a significant step in its global expansion.

High-Tech Metals has kicked off a 5,000-metre drilling campaign at its Mt Fisher gold project to unlock significant resource expansion potential. An independent review revealed that less than 60% of known mineralised intercepts are included in the current resource, highlighting substantial upside.

Golden Dragon Mining has kicked off a 2100m drilling program targeting high-grade gold zones at Behring Bore and Coodardy within its Cue Gold Project. Early results confirm strong mineralisation continuity, setting the stage for resource expansion.

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.

Carnavale Resources has reinforced the high-grade nature of its Kookynie Gold Project with new drilling results, keeping its Bankable Feasibility Study on track for early Q3 2026 completion. The project’s robust economics and resource upgrades underpin growing investor interest.

MyEco Group has locked in $0.92 million through its Series 2 convertible note program, reinforcing its growth trajectory with funding earmarked for a new GRS-certified recycled bin liner range. The raise supplements a solid cash position while aiming to limit shareholder dilution amid challenging market conditions.

Botala Energy has secured a significant A$1.45 million investment from a new African cornerstone shareholder, lifting regional ownership to around 12% and supporting ongoing drilling and feasibility work at its Serowe Coal Bed Methane project.

Axel REE Limited has achieved a key operational milestone in its in situ recovery (ISR) development at the Woolrich deposit within the Caladão Project, confirming strong rare earth element leach performance under low-impact magnesium sulphate conditions.

Kinetiko Energy is advancing a staged development strategy to unlock its 6 trillion cubic feet gas resource in South Africa, targeting first revenues within 18 months through a capital-efficient, risk-managed approach.

Patrys has raised A$3.2 million through a share placement to fund its injectable quetiapine program’s Phase 1A clinical trial and FDA pre-IND preparations.

Critical Metals Corp has consolidated its stake in the Tanbreez Rare Earths Project, gaining government approval to increase ownership to 92.5%, while European Lithium retains a 7.5% interest. This clearance removes a key hurdle, enabling the project’s development to accelerate.

Emyria has unveiled the Empax Global Partnership Program, a high-margin clinical delivery platform targeting international drug sponsors amid growing demand for psychedelic-assisted mental health treatments.

Fitch Ratings has maintained Karoon Energy’s credit ratings while revising its outlook to Negative, citing operational disruptions and production decline risks despite solid liquidity and manageable debt. Karoon is actively working on restoring production at key assets with updates expected in its upcoming quarterly report.

G11 Resources has completed a $7.5 million capital raise and is aggressively pursuing copper-gold exploration in Tasmania and NSW, with over 900 metres drilled at Sedgwick Bluff and fresh EM anomalies identified at the Linda project.

Green360 Technologies has produced its first commercial batch of Eco-Clay under a tolling deal with Calix, advancing its low-carbon cement alternative towards market entry in Victoria by mid-2026.

Regal Partners Limited’s funds under management fell 3% to $20.2 billion in the March quarter, pressured by investment losses amid geopolitical turmoil, even as net inflows remained positive for the tenth consecutive quarter.

Calix Limited has secured an initial A$5.7 million payment following the completion of its lithium Mid-Stream Project restructure with PLS Group, releasing $11.4 million in capital and shifting to a capital-light licensing model.

ION Video has trimmed its monthly cash burn to $148,000, beating management’s forecast, and expects to maintain sufficient funding until at least mid-2027. Meanwhile, early-stage discussions with tech giants Meta and Alphabet remain active but non-binding.

DXN Limited has secured a A$5.3 million contract to deliver a modular Cable Landing Station in South America, marking its first foray into the Latin American market and reinforcing its role in hyperscale internet infrastructure.

Nex Metals Explorations is progressing metallurgical test work at its Kookynie Tailings Project, targeting a capital-light gold production pathway and completion of drilling by October 2026.

Advanced Innergy Holdings has formalised its $0.40 per share offer to acquire Matrix Composites via a scheme of arrangement, aiming to expand its subsea manufacturing footprint across the Asia-Pacific region.

SciDev Ltd trims FY26 revenue guidance to $82-$87 million from $100-$110 million due to intensified competition in Energy Services and weather-related delays at Rum Jungle, while maintaining positive EBITDA and a confident FY27 outlook.