OpenLearning Limited (ASX: OLL) has secured two strategic SaaS agreements in quick succession, expanding its reach in both Southeast Asia and Australia. The first, a A$495,000 deal with CE-Logic Inc. in the Philippines and a 5-year A$155,000 agreement with the Education Centre of Australia. Together, these wins underscore OpenLearning’s growing momentum across key education markets.

Wide Open Agriculture Ltd (ASX: WOA) has announced a major technical milestone with the successful completion of a commercial-scale manufacturing trial of its proprietary lupin protein isolate process (BP80F), conducted in the United States. Samso has previously covered WOA's journey in lupin-based innovation, and this latest update continues that narrative of disciplined progress and technical refinement.

RareX Limited (ASX: REE) has delivered another round of eye-catching assay results that significantly strengthen its position as the developer of one of Australia's most advanced and highest-grade gallium deposits at the Cummins Range Project (Figure 1). The latest update, announced on 24 June 2025, showcases high-grade gallium re-assays from Cummins Range and builds upon an already compelling narrative that began with RareX’s March 2025 discovery announcement.

In March 2025, Cyprium Metals Ltd (ASX: CYM) presented a clear vision to the market—a strategy built on speed, simplicity, and a low-capex restart of the Nifty Copper Complex (Figure 1). The March investor presentation positioned Nifty as a rare brownfield asset with infrastructure already in place, permits largely secured, and over 720kt of copper historically produced.

Zeotech Limited (ASX: ZEO) has released a Preliminary Feasibility Study (PFS) for its AusPozz™ Project, confirming the strong technical and economic potential of Australia’s first metakaolin manufacturing facility for the production of low-carbon concrete additives. The study marks a major milestone for Zeotech’s ambition to support Australia’s decarbonisation efforts and transform the construction materials landscape.

AIC Mines Limited (ASX: A1M) has reached a major funding milestone with the successful completion of a $55 million Placement and the signing of a US$40 million Prepayment Facility and Offtake Agreement with Trafigura. These capital moves form a cornerstone of the company’s strategy to expand the Eloise Processing Plant and develop the Jericho Copper Mine, paving the way for a significant lift in copper output.

West Cobar Metals Limited (ASX: WC1) has concluded a focused reverse circulation (RC) drilling program across its wholly owned Fraser Range Project in southern Western Australia. Situated 120 km north-east of Esperance, this region sits within the Biranup Zone—an important structural corridor adjacent to the Fraser Zone, host of the Nova-Bollinger nickel-copper deposit.

Amplia Therapeutics Limited (ASX: ATX) is entering a compelling phase in its clinical journey, as recent announcements reinforce the growing potential of its lead compound, narmafotinib (AMP945), in the fight against advanced pancreatic cancer(Figure 1). With news of two rare and confirmed complete responses emerging from the ongoing ACCENT trial, investors have reason to take notice. These outcomes are not only clinically remarkable—they may signal a turning point in one of

I’ve been keeping an eye on how artificial intelligence continues to make its presence felt in the small-cap space on the ASX. While AI is often associated with big tech names, the more interesting stories—at least for those of us with a curious, investor-focused mindset—are often found in the places where commercial traction is building quietly.

Wide Open Agriculture Ltd (ASX: WOA) has announced the successful extraction of high-purity lupin oil from initial processing trials (Figure 1). The milestone represents a significant technical and commercial step forward, offering both a new revenue stream and a path toward maximising the full value of its lupin feedstock.