Latest Innovation News

Imagion Biosystems is set to submit its Investigational New Drug application for the MagSense® HER2 breast cancer imaging agent in December 2025, paving the way for a Phase 2 clinical trial in early 2026. Collaboration with Wayne State University has refined the trial design, promising improved patient safety and diagnostic precision.

Wide Open Agriculture shakes up its leadership with a new board appointment and plans to recruit a CEO experienced in scaling plant protein businesses, signaling a strategic push to globalise its lupin protein technology.

Helix Resources has initiated a comprehensive geophysical and drilling program at its White Hills Copper-Gold Project in Arizona, aiming to unlock significant mineral potential. The integrated approach combines cutting-edge seismic and magnetotelluric surveys with targeted diamond drilling to refine geological models and test promising copper and gold anomalies.

Atomos Limited has exercised 259.8 million options, raising $7.8 million to reduce its debt and boost confidence in hitting $23–25 million sales and positive EBITDA in the first half of 2026.

Control Bionics has secured $3.25 million through a discounted share placement, aiming to boost its assistive and neurotechnology product growth globally.

Cuscal Limited has completed its acquisition of Indue Limited, targeting significant cost synergies and board refreshment to strengthen its payments business.

Metcash Limited’s FY26 half-year results reveal steady revenue amid tobacco sales decline, driven by growth in foodservice, liquor, and hardware segments alongside digital marketplace expansion.

Healius Limited has landed a significant five-year contract to provide pathology services to the Australian Defence Force, leveraging its national network and digital health solutions.

Metcash Limited reported steady FY26 half-year results with modest revenue growth, strong cash flow, and resilience amid tobacco sales decline. The company’s digital B2B marketplace 'Sorted' is rapidly expanding, underpinning future growth prospects.

IMDEX has announced the acquisition of Advanced Logic Technology (ALT) and Mount Sopris Instruments (MSI), broadening its portfolio in downhole sensing and geoscience software with expected earnings accretion in FY26.

IMDEX Limited is set to acquire Advanced Logic Technology and Mount Sopris Instruments for nearly A$99 million upfront, significantly boosting its earth science sensor and software capabilities. The deal integrates industry-leading technologies and software, promising to accelerate IMDEX’s subsurface intelligence platform and market reach.

Altech Batteries has refreshed its board and launched a strategic reset aimed at accelerating the commercial rollout of its advanced CERENERGY and Silumina Anodes™ battery technologies.