Base Metals • Jan 24, 2025
The Global Nickel Supply Chain: Securing
Nickel is at the heart of a geopolitical tug-of-war, fueled by its essential role in electric vehicle (EV) batteries and broader energy transition goals. With global…
Minerals & Metals
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Gold • Jan 24, 2025
Trump Administration Tariffs Ignite Gold and
The inauguration of President Donald Trump has ignited dramatic gold and silver market volatility, with investors scrambling to respond to potential Trump administration tariffs on imported…
Critical Minerals • Jan 21, 2025
Rare Earth Elements in Greenland: Geopolitics, Arctic
In a move that blends economic ambition with national security strategy, President Donald Trump’s suggestion to “purchase” Greenland has reignited longstanding U.S. interest in the Arctic…
Africa • Jan 20, 2025
Zulu Lithium and Tantalum Project
Premier African Minerals Limited, listed on the AIM Stock Exchange, has raised $4.35 million in a critical fundraising effort to revive its Zulu Lithium and Tantalum…
Copper • Jan 18, 2025
Rio Tinto and Glencore’s Merger Talks Signal a Potential
The mining sector could be on the brink of a seismic shift as Rio Tinto and Glencore’s merger talks gain attention.
Public Policy • Jan 17, 2025
Trump’s Second-Term Tariff Plans Spark
As President-elect Donald Trump gears up for his second term, his renewed focus on implementing aggressive tariffs targeting key trade partners—Canada, Mexico, and China—has raised concerns…
Africa • Jan 16, 2025
Death Toll Reaches 87 in South African Illegal Mining
The death toll in a prolonged standoff between South African police and miners working illegally in an abandoned gold mine has risen to at least 87,…
Base Metals • Jan 15, 2025
Trump Administration Could Spur Deep-Sea
The incoming Trump administration appears ready to foster growth in the deep-sea mining industry, potentially transforming how the U.S. accesses critical minerals. By signaling increased support…
Gold • Jan 15, 2025
Minerals 260 Acquires Bullabulling Gold
In a move described as “transformational,” Australian explorer Minerals 260 has acquired the Bullabulling gold project, a 2.3 million-ounce gold deposit located in Western Australia. Purchased…
North America • Jan 14, 2025
Greenland Mining and Closer U.S.-Greenland Relations
Greenland’s Prime Minister, Mute Egede, has expressed openness to strengthening ties with the United States, particularly in the Greenland mining sector, while firmly rejecting any notion…
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