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Archer Materials Ltd
ASX:AXE
Archer is a quantum technologies company developing solutions for next-generation computing, advanced sensing, and breakthrough medical applications.
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Archer Materials achieves on-chip electronic transport in qubit components
“The achievement is a significant step in Archer’s 12CQ chip development and paves the way for progress in our efforts aimed at qubit readout in chip-based devices," said CEO Dr Mohammad Choucair.
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Archer Materials' patent grants and proof of concept advances are key: RaaS Advisory
Archer had $26.4 million in cash as at June 30, 2022 as the company gears up to produce the 12CQ quantum processor chip and progresses its biochip design toward commercial fabrication.
Archer Materials partners with GlobalFoundries to advance 12CQ chip fabrication
“Archer is now positioned to leverage the expertise and capabilities of a tier-one semiconductor manufacturer to accelerate the development of the 12CQ quantum computing chip technology,” CEO Dr Mohammad Choucair said.
Archer Materials shares up following successful sub-10 nanometre feature fabrication
“Achieving sub-10 nanometre fabrication of electronic device components is an excellent outcome on our path to developing Archer’s biochip technology, and one that demonstrates the world-class capabilities of our pioneering team," CEO Dr Mo
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Archer Materials adds Hong Kong to suite of patent jurisdictions covering its quantum computing chip technology
“Archer is one of few companies with granted patents protecting quantum computing chip technology and one with a unique global competitive advantage,” CEO Dr Mohammad Choucair said.
Archer Materials higher on demonstrating 12CQ quantum device modelling compatibility with existing fabrication processes
“Archer intends to use this modelling to determine which commercial semiconductor manufacturers to engage with regarding future fabrication," CEO Dr Mohammad Choucair said.
Archer Materials completes nanodevice fabrication, first steps towards qubit readout for 12CQ chip
The nanodevice fabrication is the first step towards the readout of quantum states from few and single qubits used in the company’s 12CQ technology.
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Archer Materials jumps as biochip progresses toward sub-10 nanometre fabrication
Achieving 15 nanometre feature size is a great outcome. We have now prepared a suite of advanced lithography processes to reliably control fabrication for our device miniaturisation and scaling as we continue to advance towards breaking thr
Archer Materials lands key patent protection for 12CQ quantum computing chip in Australia
“With the focus on quantum technologies in Australia now stronger than ever, we believe that the granting of the Australian patent related to Archer’s 12CQ chip will contribute to strengthening quantum computing and technology innovation in
Archer Materials achieves electronic transport in atom-thin graphene integrated with silicon electronics, shares up
“The electronic transport measurements performed by the Archer team are the fundamental link with respect to using graphene in transistor technology intended for future biosensing operations in Archer’s biochip devices,” says CEO.
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Archer Materials advances corporate strategy and strives for growth in 2022
Archer’s progress report comes after the company raised A$25 million in October last year to execute its strategy and promote growth.
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Archer Materials granted patent protection in Europe for 12CQ quantum computing chip
Patents protect a proposed qubit processor chip that offers a path to realise practical quantum computing with the new patent grant a major step in efforts to participate in Europe’s multi-billion-dollar quantum computing ecosystem.
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ASX finishes in the green as RBA keeps rates on hold … but for how long?
"The central forecast is for underlying inflation to increase further in coming quarters to around 3.25%, before declining to around 2.75% over 2023 as the supply-side problems are resolved and consumption patterns normalise," Lowe said.
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Archer Materials ushers in use of quantum computing in mobile devices with latest 12CQ chip breakthrough
“Archer’s 12CQ chip development is unique, as we have the potential to enable quantum-powered mobile devices,” said CEO Dr Mohammad Choucair.
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Archer Materials Ltd demonstrates proof-of-concept for mobile quantum chips, admitted to S&P/ASX All Technology Index
“The in-specie distribution of the iTech Minerals Ltd shares, change of GICS code to semiconductor and Archer’s admission to the S&P/ASX All Technology Index was completed during the Quarter. Archer is now recognised as a pure deep tech-foc
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Archer Materials spinout ChemX Materials floats on the local share market
ChemX made its ASX debut after completing an oversubscribed $8 million initial public offering late last year, offering investors a chance to subscribe for 40 million shares at $0.20 apiece.
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Archer Materials shares surge after integrating single atom-thick graphene on a silicon wafer
Archer has addressed a key nanotech challenge in its biochip development by successfully integrating single atom-thick graphene on a silicon wafer.
Archer Materials’ “special year” sets stage for increasing role in quantum computing
“What was very clear at Q2B [2021 Conference] was that it is no longer a matter of ‘if’ quantum computing works, but rather ‘how’ companies can get quantum computing to work for them,” says CEO.
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Archer Materials develops sensing pathways to detect genetic information for biochip technology
“This is a significant achievement, as the company has now, with its in-house capability, developed the biochemical foundations to potentially allow for future operations and applications of Archer’s biochip in the detection of various dise
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Archer Materials flags priority offer under ChemX IPO
Eligible shareholders in the semiconductor developer and tech stock have priority access to ChemX’s pioneer offer, which is out to raise as much as A$8 million ahead of the December 20 listing.
Archer Materials to collaborate with AIML on quantum semiconductor development
The company has entered into an MOU with The Adelaide University’s Australian Institute for Machine Learning with the cooperation intended to last five years.
Archer Materials giving investors exposure to deep-tech
A semiconductor technology company, Archer is the only ASX-listed company developing a quantum computing processor chip.
Archer Materials passes key milestone in early-stage assembly of biochip components
The company’s lab-on-a-chip technology enables the complex detection of some of the world’s most deadly communicable diseases.
Archer Materials raises A$15 million in heavily backed SPP
AXE received subscriptions for A$25.4 million, which means that SPP applications will all be scaled back in accordance with the terms of the SPP offer document dated October 7, 2021.
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Archer Materials closing SPP early after exceeding expectations to raise A$10 million
With AXE now a fully-fledged technology company the funds will be used to advance its semi-conductor ambitions.
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Archer Materials shares rise after early-stage validation of qubit robustness
Archer is the only ASX listed company and one of the few players in the world developing qubit processor chip technology in the semiconductor industry.
Archer Materials set to complete transition to pure-play deep technology company
All conditions for the sale of the mineral exploration business to iTech Minerals Ltd have been satisfied and completion will take place on October 14, 2021.
Archer Materials opens A$5 million SPP to eligible shareholders
The raise comes as AXE looks to complete its transition to deep technology company, which includes the sale of its mineral exploration tenements to iTech Minerals Ltd.
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Archer Materials strengthens board through appointment of experienced business technologist
New non-executive director Bernadette Harkin brings more than 20 years of experience as a business technologist across strategy, sales, marketing, operations and delivery for multinational Information Technology companies.
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Archer raises A$15 million to drive its strategic focus and US ambitions
The money raised through the placement will be used in conjunction with A$5 million to be raised in a non-underwritten share purchase plan that will provide AXE with A$20 million to develop its 12CQ quantum computing qubit processor chip an
Archer Materials and Tietto Minerals granted trading halts by the ASX
Shares will remain in a trading halt until Tuesday, October 5, or when an announcement is released to the market.
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Archer Materials well-funded to advance development of 12CQ quantum computing and ‘lab-on-a-chip’ biochip technologies
During FY21 the company strengthened its transformation into a pure materials technology play by disposing of mineral exploration assets.
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ASX lifts … not even an earthquake could stop its morning rise
“A high level of debt could pose risks to the economy in the event of a shock to household incomes or a sharp decline in housing prices. It is these macro-financial risks that warrant close watching.”
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Archer Materials higher on securing key US patent for 12CQ quantum computing chip
Through the US patent, Archer Materials is poised to leverage the US Innovation and Competition Act's potential investiture in semi-conductor quantum computing market.
Archer Materials shareholders give green light for sale of mineral exploration business to iTech
Completion of the transaction is subject to iTech completing its IPO and being admitted to the official list of ASX.
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Archer Materials biochip patent application enters US National Phase
Archer is developing and commercialising advanced semiconductor devices, including chips relevant to quantum computing and medical diagnostics.
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Archer Materials surges on reaching commercial milestone with Chinese patent granted for 12CQ quantum computing chip
The company considers the massive Chinese market as a critical strategic jurisdiction to protect and commercialise its intellectual property.
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Archer Materials’ 12CQ quantum computing chip technology granted South Korean patent
The patent is a strong validation of the technology’s industrial and technical global competitive advantage.
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Archer Materials thanks retiring founder-director Dr Alice McCleary for her service
Alice leaves a significant long-lasting legacy – none more important than the transition of Archer to a deep technology company with a market capitalisation exceeding $300 million.
Proactive Technology Webinar attracts global reach of investors with three ASX-listed companies featured
The webinar was live-streamed and can be viewed at any time on the Proactive Youtube channel.
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Archer Materials outlines global-scale opportunity of quantum computing chip during Proactive Technology Webinar
Each company presented for 12 minutes at Proactive's Technology Webinar on July 13, followed by a 5-minute Q&A session which is live-streamed on the Proactive YouTube channel to be viewed at any time.
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Archer Materials receives first indication of on-chip qubit control
The company has for the first time received an indication that on-chip control of quantum information in its qubit material is within reach and entirely possible under miniaturisation conditions required for any future chip operation.
Proactive Technology Webinar next Tuesday to outline upcoming plans of three ASX-listed tech companies
Three companies will present during the online event, which is poised to provide investors with the ‘inside story’ on each tech company.
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Archer Materials’ deep tech could be game-changing for two key tech sectors
The company hopes to become a world leader in the quantum computing and medtech sectors and has made significant progress over the last six months.
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Archer Materials completes sale of Eyre Peninsula tenements to focus on quantum computing technology
Shareholders will retain exposure to any exploration success on the NextGen tenements through Archer’s NextGen shareholding and the 2% net smelter return royalty granted to Archer.
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Archer Materials teams with Australian Missile Corporation to support Sovereign Guided Weapons Enterprise
Archer will work with AMC to identify opportunities to contribute to the Commonwealth Government’s new Sovereign Guided Weapons Enterprise to support missile and guided weapons manufacturing in Australia.
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Archer Materials progresses biochip development with semiconductor chip testing
The company has already achieved the ability to analyse the individual materials in the components of the biochip and now has progressed to established testing and measurement for the chips.
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Archer Materials CEO talks about importance of moving to Lot Fourteen as it develops 12CQ chip
Lot Fourteen is a competitive and future industries-focused innovation precinct located in Adelaide.
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Archer Materials makes progress with quantum algorithms for AI driven 12CQ chip end-uses
The company is working with Max Kelson to optimise quantum neural networks, which could be relevant to consumer and enterprise-scale AI technology products.
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Archer Materials moves to Adelaide's Lot Fourteen innovation precinct alongside other hi-tech companies
The company relocated to Lot Fourteen as part of its strategy to align with quantum computing end users.
Archer Materials on track to complete sale of mineral tenements
The sale of its mineral tenements is consistent with AXE’s strategy to monetise non-core assets to fund its Advanced Materials business.
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Archer Materials progresses 12CQ chip qubit control with advanced device modelling
The company is developing qubit control devices based on various semiconductor technologies that integrate control electronics with 12CQ chip qubits.
Archer Materials shares rise after signing quantum computing agreement with IBM
Archer is building a world-first qubit processor technology for quantum computing operation that could potentially operate at room temperature and integrate into modern electronics.
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Archer Materials strategically expands access to institutional deep tech infrastructure
The specialist instruments and facilities that Archer can access include multi-million-dollar advanced spectrometers for chemical and biological imaging at the nanoscale, and protein production facilities in state-of-the-art laboratories.
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Archer Materials becomes pure play deep technology company after signing binding deal to sell all mineral tenements
The sale is consistent with Archer's strategy of monetising its non-core mineral exploration assets to fund and grow its Advanced Materials business.
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Archer Materials developing a biochip one-billionth of a metre long to help detect respiratory disease
The ‘deep tech’ company has commenced development of a biochip less than 10 nanometres in size in conjunction with the University of Sydney.
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Archer Materials strengthens graphene-based biochip nanofabrication capabilities
Key biosensor components of Archer’s lab-on-a-chip device have been miniaturised to nano-size chip formats which are a requirement for successful biochip development.
Archer Materials and Max Kelsen strengthen collaboration to develop quantum computing algorithms
The algorithms are key to the operation of Archer's 12CQ quantum computing chip and the two companies have outlined a detailed development roadmap for adapting IBM’s Qiskit Pulse toolkit to be used with 12CQ prototype chips.
Archer Materials makes further progress with sale of Eyre Peninsula tenements to Baudin Minerals
The South Australian tenements host the Kelly Tank Kaolin project, the Jamieson Tank Manganese Project and numerous copper and gold targets.
Archer Materials up 400% year-on-year as technology advances towards solving future problems
Archer has made significant progress in the past year towards its products empowering next-generation technologies like quantum computing.
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Archer Materials makes progress with patent applications for 12CQ quantum computing qubit processor chip
Receiving the Fist Office Actions is a key step in the process for the grant of a patent in the administering jurisdiction.
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Archer Materials on path towards commercialising 12CQ® quantum computing chip and A1 Biochip™
The company is building semiconductor devices, including processor chips, that are relevant to quantum computing and lab-on-a-chip biosensor technology.
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Archer Materials at new record on key 12CQ milestone with electronic transport achieved in a single qubit
The work represents a significant technical achievement because the electronic transport measurements were performed on a single qubit – only a few hundred atoms across – and at room temperature.
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Archer Materials higher on hitting commercial milestone with first patent from Japan for 12CQ quantum computing chip
The patent gives the company access to the high-value Japanese market – a top-five global economy - for the 12CQ chip. It is also the first step to access global markets.
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Archer Materials welcomes publication of Australian Semiconductor Sector Study
Archer contributed to the development of the scoping study, together with other semiconductor sector leaders.
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Archer Materials may have quantum advantage in fighting climate change
The company’s quantum technology could be well-placed to lead the drive in developing power storage and generation to combat climate change.
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Archer Materials sells two non-core Eyre Peninsula tenements
The sale of the tenements is part of Archer’s strategy of monetising non-core mineral exploration assets and proceeds will assist in the funding tech-related activities.
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Archer Materials now fully permitted for Campoona Graphite Project
PEPR is a significant step towards production and better positions Archer for partnerships and co-development with key players in the lithium-ion battery supply chain.
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Archer Materials collaborates with leading AI company Max Kelsen on quantum algorithm for 12CQ chip
The quantum computing outcomes from the collaboration will target multiple sectors, including ICT and financial services.
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Archer Materials makes strong progress in shifting focus to Advanced Materials Business and technology
The company has divested non-core exploration tenements during 2020 to fund its advance materials business with a focus on quantum computing.
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Archer Materials takes big steps in advancing 12CQ quantum computing chip towards qubit control milestone
The company has completed the preliminary stages of its quantum measurements towards qubit control by successfully characterising optimised and unoptimised QC Devices.
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Archer Materials starts development of A1 Biochip, a lab-on-chip biosensing device to simplify disease detection
The materials technology company has made a step-change in advancing its graphene-based biosensor technology development to commence its lab-on-a-chip A1 Biochip™ project.
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Archer Materials well-aligned with strategic direction of the US in quantum computing
The Australian materials technology company said its latest development work on its 12CQ cubit chip modelling, directly addressed a key area of priority to accelerate the development of quantum computing globally.
Archer Materials shares rise after validating qubit chip using quantum mechanical models
Computational models developed for the first time accurately predicted Archer’s 12CQ qubit behaviour, necessary for successful chip operation.
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Archer Materials progresses patent applications for deep tech IP assets
If successful, the patents will de-risk Archer’s path to technology commercialisation and will provide opportunities for commercial partnerships and licensing.
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Archer Materials strengthens board with corporate finance expertise
The company believes the appointment of Ken Williams will add value to its operations that include developing technology in quantum computing, biotechnology and lithium-ion batteries.
Archer Materials buoyed by global scale of quantum computing opportunity
Participants at the Quantum Computing Summit at London have expressed confidence in the progress of quantum computing technology and believe there will be more opportunities in the future.
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Archer Materials strengthens human health vertical with biotechnology manager appointed
The company’s graphene-based biosensor technology development has an ongoing focus on exploiting the advanced chemistry of its new graphene materials to arrive at a minimal viable product.
Archer Materials builds proof-of-concept cartridge components for biosensor device
The company is progressing its graphene-based biosensor technology prototype development using low-cost, rapid 2D and 3D printing.
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Archer Materials and IBM to hold joint quantum computing webinar next month
Representatives from Archer and IBM will discuss the development of quantum computing and its applications.
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Archer Materials concludes sale of non-core Leigh Creek Magnesite Project for $2.89 million
Archer shares recently surged on a technological breakthrough with the building of quantum devices required for initial qubit control measurements.
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Archer Materials surges 33% on building quantum devices for qubit control
Quantum control measurements are a world-first and successful development would be early-stage validation of 12CQ chip operation.
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Archer Materials to showcase quantum technology during Virtual Trade Mission to London Tech Week
As part of its commercial strategy, the company’s CEO and senior management will virtually attend London Tech Week from September 1-11, together with international delegations of high-growth-potential technology companies.
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Archer Materials advances Republic of Korea patent application for 12CQ technology
The application is undergoing substantive examination procedures and next steps involve procedural matters related to formal compliance and amendments.
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Archer Materials confirms halloysite presence across Eyre Peninsula project in South Australia
Microscopy and microanalysis confirm the presence of halloysite at Kelly Tank, Bunora and Bunora East prospects, where the company intends to undertake further value-added activities towards commercialisation.
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Archer Materials marches towards first major technological milestone with quantum computing chip
Successful completion of quantum control measurements, which are underway, would be major validation of the commercial viability of Archer's 12CQ chip
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Archer Materials doubles share purchase plan target with applications valued at $6.363 million
The company is progressing towards completion of the transaction for the sale of its Leigh Creek asset.
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Archer Materials Japanese patent application for 12CQ technology undergoing substantive examination
The application is aimed at protecting and commercialising intellectual property associated to the company’s 12CQ technology.
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Archer Materials business strategy covers growth stages of materials lifecycle
The materials technology company has the expertise to pursue several commercial pathways from supply of materials through to applying them to quantum computing technology.
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Archer Materials has early-stage validation of quantum computing chip viability
“Directly proving room-temperature conductivity of the 12CQ chip qubit component solidifies our global competitive advantage and advances our development towards a working chip prototype,” says CEO Dr Choucair.
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Archer Materials makes progress towards graphene biosensors for disease detection
“We have rapidly advanced from raw material feedstock to prototypes of a portable battery-powered sensing device that can incorporate biological material,” says CEO.
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Archer Materials outlines ongoing growth in materials technology
The investor base has significantly increased over the past quarter and the presentation provides a detailed insight into Archer’s key areas of activity.
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Archer Materials review reveals high potential in gold mineralised districts
The company aims to gradually explore its gold projects or seek a partner to expedite exploration of the tenements.
S&P/ASX 200 loses steam after China approves controversial Hong Kong security law
Mining investments in Australia rose 4.2% in the March quarter – the biggest lift in 7½ years.
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Archer Materials raising up to $3 million to accelerate work programs
The funds raised from the SPP will be used to increase the pace of current work programs and assist in hiring additional staff.
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Archer Materials contributes to new quantum technology roadmap
The CSIRO roadmap focuses on activities that can begin immediately to enable development, demonstration and commercialisation of emerging quantum technologies.
Archer Materials a market mover with shares up as much as 35% to record high
The company has performed strongly this month with shares rising from 18 cents to 78 cents on strong daily volumes.
Archer Materials will begin US pilot plant tests next month on bulk halloysite-kaolin sample
Resulting halloysite and kaolin samples will be sent to potential downstream customers for product testing and verification purposes.
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Archer Materials up 34% as European Patent application proceeds to substantial examination stage
The company has strong intellectual property, world-class in-house expertise, a unique materials inventory, access to over $300 million of technology development infrastructure and broad-scope mineral tenements.