Bango PLC (AIM:BGO, OTCQX:BGOPF) has added LinkedIn to its Digital Vending Machine platform, giving telcos, banks and retailers a new way to bundle LinkedIn Premium alongside other subscription services. CEO Paul Larbey says the deal reflects growing demand for more flexible subscription models.

Diversified Energy Company PLC (LSE:DEC, NYSE:DEC, FRA:DG20) is acquiring a $1.175 billion portfolio of Oklahoma oil and gas assets from Camino Natural Resources in partnership with Carlyle, without issuing new equity. The assets add around 51,000 barrels of oil equivalent per day of production, with estimated next-12-month EBITDA of $397 million.

88 Energy Ltd (AIM:88E, ASX:88E, OTCQB:EEENF, FRA:POQ) has secured an Arctic drilling rig for its Augusta-1 well on Alaska's North Slope, targeting 64 million barrels of gross unrisked oil resources with a 48% chance of success. A spud is planned for Q1 2027, subject to finalising a funding structure.

Ariana Resources PLC (AIM:AAU, ASX:AA2, FRA:4A6) has stepped up feasibility work at its Dokwe Gold Project in Zimbabwe, with three diamond drill rigs now turning and an updated pre-feasibility study due this quarter. A $1 million metallurgical testwork programme is also underway, funded by strategic partner Xinhai.

Bluefield Solar Income Fund Ltd (LSE:BSIF, FRA:5B3) has closed a £120 million debt facility to fund construction of four solar projects in North East England with a combined capacity of 249 megawatts. All four projects have government contracts for difference in place, with grid connections targeted between 2027 and 2028.

IP Group PLC (LSE:IPO) has appointed former 3i Group chief executive Michael Queen as chair designate, with Queen set to take over following the AGM on 18 June. Sir Douglas Flint steps down after nearly eight years in the role.

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