May 17, 2023

New Tesla low-voltage system a ‘big deal’ for copper, says Musk

A new 48 volts system slated for this year could reduce demand for copper, says Tesla CEO.

May 17, 2023

De Beers mergers two auctions after sales disappoint

It sold $480 million worth of rough diamonds in the period between May 1 and May 16, 21% less than in the same cycle of 2022.

May 17, 2023

Wheaton acquires Lumina’s Cangrejos project gold stream

Wheaton will get 6.6% of the payable gold from Cangrejos until 700,000 ounces has been delivered, and 4.4% thereafter.

May 16, 2023

Effects of coal seam gas activity on human health not fully understood – study

Australian researchers identified eight groups of chemical factors associated with coal seam gas activity, which may affect human health and require further investigation.

May 16, 2023

SolGold evaluates phased development of Cascabel copper mine

The fresh approach to development of the copper-gold project in Ecuador aims to reduce upfront capital and construction time.

May 16, 2023

EXCLUSIVE: Chile mines minister clarifies controversial new lithium strategy

Mining minister Marcela Hernando noted the country's attempt to capitalize on the lithium boom was a strategy, not a policy.

May 15, 2023

Alamos Gold strikes again at Mulatos Belt-based Puerto Del Aire

A wildcat drill hole had also intersected a broad new mineralized breccia to the east.

May 15, 2023

Ascot shares first quarter results, updates Premier gold reopening 

Mine development will progress throughout 2023 and delivery of ore is expected to begin late in 2023.

May 15, 2023

Pembridge Resources shares collapse on Minto mine halt

Stock tanked as Pembridge disclosed it was assessing its ability to stay in business due to the suspension of the copper-gold mine in Canada.

May 14, 2023

New sponge can remove toxic metals, recover critical minerals from contaminated water

Researchers developed a new sponge that can remove heavy metals like lead and cobalt from contaminated water, leaving safe, drinkable water behind.