March 4, 2024 AI, 5.5G networks to take mines to new “smart” level The sector has embarked on a quest to transform operations by integrating connectivity, automation and artificial intelligence.
March 3, 2024 As batteries demand more cobalt, scientists figure out how to use less for blue pigments Scientists have discovered a new blue pigment that uses less cobalt but still maintains a brilliant shine.
February 29, 2024 India launches second part of critical minerals auction worth $362 billion A total of 18 critical mineral blocks, including tungsten, vanadium, cobalt and nickel, will be auctioned in eight states across the country.
February 27, 2024 BatMan project uses lasers to optimize EV batteries A new laser patterning process to alter the microstructure of battery electrode materials has the potential to unlock significant improvements to electrified transportation.
February 20, 2024 Gecamines plans overhaul of mining JVs in world’s top cobalt supplier The Democratic Republic of Congo's state miner is broadening a push to extract more from its copper and cobalt joint ventures
February 19, 2024 US moves to restore stockpiling ‘panic button’ in EV metals fight with China A 60% slump in cobalt prices over the last two years has exposed the fragility in Washington’s efforts to bolster supplies of critical minerals.
February 19, 2024 Deep-sea mining may be inevitable, says UN regulator Deep sea mining is likely just a matter of time, according to the head of the International Seabed Authority.
February 16, 2024 Op-Ed: Sparing the land by collecting minerals at sea A challenge is that seafloor mining immediately starts off at a reputational disadvantage.
February 16, 2024 Column: West challenges China’s critical minerals hold on Africa The West is now challenging China's tight grip on the mineral riches lying beneath the soil of the Congo and Zambia.
February 14, 2024 Africa moves a step closer to continent’s first cobalt refinery Nigeria-based Africa Finance Corp. last week signed an expression of interest to provide $100 million in financing to the facility.
Gold price to glitter again next year despite biggest gain since 1979 Analysts at JP Morgan, Bank of America and Metals Focus now see bullion hitting $5,000 per troy ounce in 2026. December 17, 2025 | 08:56 am
