February 6, 2026

How Rio–Glencore talks fell apart

In the end it wasn't about copper, iron ore or coal, but who was paying more.

February 4, 2026

Momentum Technologies advances dual-track US processing for rare earths and battery materials

Company has commissioned what it says is the world’s first demonstration-scale plant with capability to process both battery materials and rare earths.

February 4, 2026

Pandora to launch platinum-plated jewelry as silver prices soar

Pandora sells silver charm bracelets starting at $70, as well as lab-grown diamond jewelry.

February 3, 2026

Aqua Metals, American Battery Factory plan recycling partnership

The proposed collaboration would enable Aqua Metals to recycle lithium-ion battery manufacturing scrap generated by ABF.

February 3, 2026

2026 Winter Olympics: Metals price rally pushes value of medals above $1.3M

Based on current market prices, a gold medal would have an intrinsic value of about $2,212.

February 3, 2026

Agnico, Hycroft and Sidney top January mining ranks

Investor sentiment and firm metals prices shaped January’s leaders across large, small and micro-cap miners.

February 3, 2026

University of Texas spinout targets US gallium and scandium supply gaps

UT Austin startup plans to extract high-purity minerals from US waste, cutting reliance on foreign refining and supply chains.

February 2, 2026

Metso acquires MRA Automation in Australia

Multiskilled Resources Australia Pty is a privately owned engineering company based in Newcastle.

February 2, 2026

Pentagon strikes deal with Canada’s 5N Plus

The US Department of Defense made an $18 million investment in Canada’s 5N Plus to help the company expand refining capacity for germanium metal.

February 2, 2026

Cleantech firm EnviroGold set to list on TSXV

EnviroGold is currently developing a hybrid acid leaching solution known as NVRO to recover gold and other metals from mine waste and tailings.