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Canyon Resources confirms steady progress on its Minim Martap Bauxite Project in Cameroon, with mining set to start in early 2026 and the first bauxite shipment planned for June. Key infrastructure and equipment deliveries remain on schedule amid ongoing equity funding efforts.

State Gas Limited has raised $3.2 million through convertible notes issued at a 33% premium, alongside a $0.5 million director debt conversion, to accelerate pre-development of its Rolleston West coal seam gas project following a maiden 2P reserve certification.

Anax Metals has completed a $2.4 million strategic placement with mining group Gold Valley at a 37.5% premium, while securing a $3.5 million loan to repay convertible notes, positioning the Whim Creek copper project for near-term development.

The Minerals Development Company Botswana has increased its investment in Botala Energy’s Serowe coal bed methane project to approximately A$4 million, signaling strong government backing for the company’s LNG ambitions.

Antares Metals Limited (ASX, AM5) has announced a significant acquisition of gold and base metals assets in Western Australia, positioning itself for a maiden drilling campaign in early 2026.

Andean Silver Limited has raised A$30 million through a placement and aims to raise an additional A$3 million via a Share Purchase Plan to fund accelerated drilling and development at its Cerro Bayo Silver-Gold Project in Chile.

Antares Metals (ASX – AM5) announces the acquisition of full interests in two promising Western Australian gold and copper-zinc projects, backed by a $2 million capital raise to fund exploration and drilling in early 2026.

Cobalt Blue Holdings has raised $5.3 million through a discounted placement to advance its Kwinana Cobalt Refinery and Broken Hill projects, reinforcing its position in the critical minerals sector.

Ovanti Limited’s US subsidiary has secured a key partnership with Mastercard’s Finicity to enhance its upcoming Flote BNPL platform, aiming to revolutionize consumer finance with real-time data insights.

Novatti Group’s investment in AUDC Pty Ltd, issuer of the AUDD stablecoin, has nearly doubled in value following a $5 million Pre-Series A funding round led by a major global institutional investor.

National Storage REIT has entered a definitive agreement to be acquired by a Brookfield and GIC-led consortium for $2.86 per security, valuing the company at $4 billion. The Board unanimously recommends the scheme, pending shareholder and regulatory approvals.

Chalice Mining’s Pre-Feasibility Study confirms the Gonneville Project as a globally significant palladium-nickel-copper mine in Western Australia, boasting robust returns and a rapid payback period.