February 7, 2013

Virginia legislators back study into independent currency

Legislators in Virginia have backed a study into the establishment of an independent "contingency" currency which would enjoy the backing of precious metals.

February 6, 2013

Dominican Republic fast tracks mining permits

Total process will take up to four months from the moment a company submits its application.

February 6, 2013

Canadian mining and oil companies set to expand staff numbers

A new survey by one of the world's leading recruitment firms reveals that nearly a half of companies in the Canadian resources sector plan to expand their staff numbers in…

February 6, 2013

Online retail giant debuts its own virtual currency

Amazon, world's leading online retailer, has unveiled a new form of virtual currency

February 5, 2013

INFOGRAPHIC: Market intelligence Feb. 2013

A macro view of the markets highlighting changes in economic indicators, report relevant news stories, reveal commodity and financial trends.

February 5, 2013

Avalanches in Pascua Lama area did not cause water pollution: Barrick

Recent avalanches affecting several points along a water channel in the area of Barrick's Pascua Lama project have not affected water quality, says the gold miner.

February 5, 2013

Mexico gears up for new mining bill, includes taxes to benefit locals

It will start charging mining companies already operating or planning to start up in the second half of this year.

February 5, 2013

Gold and silver to surge on Asian demand: Leeb

Renowned investment expert Stephen Leeb says gold and silver are set to embark upon "the greatest bull market people will ever see in their lifetimes" amidst an industrial squeeze and…

February 5, 2013

Chesapeake Gold sold off after Mexican project costs come in on (very) high side

Vancouver firm may still look attractive to gold majors looking for new supply.

February 4, 2013

President: “Time has come for Mongolia to take Oyu Tolgoi matters into its own hands”

Mongolian president Elbegdorj delivers stinging rebuke to 'irresponsible' Rio over Oyu Tolgoi's runaway costs of $24bn.