March 9, 2023 Column: Tesla hits the brakes but rare earths juggernaut rolls on EV motors represent around 12% of global magnet consumption with Tesla accounting for 15-20% of the sector's demand.
March 8, 2023 Scientists synthesize rare earth element key for biomedical research Ireland-based researchers have developed a method for the synthesis of cerium, a rare earth mineral that holds promise for the treatment of diseases associated with inflammation, including cancer.
March 7, 2023 Lynas gets $134 million funding from Japan to boost output Under the new deal, Japan will receive priority supply rights over Lynas's growth capacity until 2038.
March 6, 2023 Newly discovered protein supports efficient refining of REEs Switzerland-based researchers discovered lanpepsy, a protein which specifies rare earth elements and discriminates them from other minerals and metals.
March 3, 2023 New Tesla motor technology could disrupt rare earths industry Rare earth element companies may face pressure after Tesla unveiled plans this week to develop car motors without key critical minerals.
March 3, 2023 Australia sees trade talks continuing with China after investment ban on miner Australia blocked Yuxiao Fund from raising its ownership of Northern Minerals.
March 3, 2023 Cyanobacteria efficiently extract rare earths from mine wastewater Researchers have found that cyanobacteria can efficiently absorb rare earth elements from wastewater.
March 2, 2023 Tesla comments spur plunge in China rare earth miner shares Citing health and environmental risks, Tesla said its next drive unit will use a permanent magnet motor that doesn’t use rare earths.
February 28, 2023 Australia blocks Chinese investor from raising stake in rare earths miner The Foreign Investment Review Board did not allow Northern Minerals' largest shareholder to boost stake on grounds of national interest.
February 27, 2023 Lynas Rare Earths’ production disruption concerns persist Company will focus on getting its Kalgoorlie plant operational amid concerns its Malaysian facility will have to be partly wound down.
Almost 75% of mining M&As flow to Latin America: McKinsey New report shows capital clustering in lower-risk regions as critical minerals demand outpaces supply and funding gaps widen. January 14, 2026 | 09:06 am
