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Blackstone Minerals and IDM International have agreed to an all-scrip merger to combine their critical minerals projects, including the Mankayan Copper-Gold Project in the Philippines. The scheme awaits shareholder and court approval, promising a diversified portfolio and enhanced market presence.

First Graphene has secured a multi-year exclusive deal to supply graphene-enhanced masterbatch for safety boots aimed at Southeast Asia’s mining sector, marking a significant step in commercialising advanced materials in industrial apparel.

MyEco Group has secured $1.6 million through unsecured convertible notes to support a strategic operational restructure aimed at reducing costs and scaling production. This capital raise complements existing cash reserves and aims to improve margins while minimising shareholder dilution.

Anax Metals has locked in a $3.3 million convertible note investment from Mineral Development Partners, with conditional commitments for up to $100 million to advance the Whim Creek Project and establish a Pilbara base metals hub.

Cardiex reports strong early sales momentum for its CONNEQT Pulse device with approximately 3,000 units sold or contracted since its mid-January launch, supported by innovative app features and operational efficiencies. Despite regulatory delays in the US pharma sector and tariff challenges, the company is positioned for scalable growth and category leadership in preventative cardiovascular care.

OpenLearning Limited reported a 12% year-on-year increase in SaaS annual recurring revenue to $2.364 million in Q1 FY25, driven by AI-powered product adoption and international customer growth. Strategic acquisitions and partnerships are positioning the company for larger contracts and diversified revenue streams.

Latrobe Magnesium Limited is poised to commence operations at its Demonstration Plant by late May 2025, backed by a $6.3 million funding boost and strategic advances in its international and commercial projects.

Horizon Oil reported steady Q3 FY25 production and cash flow, paid its fifth consecutive interim dividend, and announced a strategic acquisition in Thailand that promises to boost production and diversify its asset base.

Pointerra Limited’s Q3 FY25 results reveal delayed invoicing milestones pushed into Q4, yet strong progress across multiple sectors and promising product development underpin an optimistic cashflow outlook.

RooLife Group Ltd (RLG) has inked exclusive decade-long agreements with three Chinese companies to market and distribute branded solar energy systems worldwide, marking a strategic expansion into the renewable energy sector.

Gratifii Limited reported a record quarterly cash receipt surge of 111% year-on-year, driven by key contract wins and successful platform migration despite cyclone disruptions. The company advances its post-merger integration and eyes an $84m revenue run rate in FY26.

Pureprofile Limited reported a robust 16% revenue increase in Q3 FY25, driven by strong international expansion and new AI-powered solutions, while reaffirming its FY25 financial guidance.