August 13, 2025

US proposes nearly $1 billion in funds for critical minerals, materials

The Energy Department said it will issue notices of funding opportunities to advance and scale mining, processing and manufacturing technologies.

August 13, 2025

Inside the mine that feeds the tech world – and funds Congo’s rebels

Rubaya produces around 15% of the world’s coltan.

August 5, 2025

Australia weighs price floor for critical minerals, boosting rare earth miners

The support comes as prices for some metals like rare earths have been too low to fund processing capacity in Western nations.

August 5, 2025

Infographic: Antimony spheres of control

This infographic reveals how antimony mine production is divided among the emerging geopolitical spheres of control.

August 5, 2025

Australia pledges $87M to rescue Trafigura’s Nyrstar smelters in critical minerals push

The initial focus will be on fast-tracking an antimony pilot plant in Port Pirie, Nyrstar said.

August 4, 2025

Alcoa flags gallium potential in study with Japanese partners

Company will investigate production of metal used in semiconductors as a byproduct from existing aluminum operations in Western Australia.

August 4, 2025

China limits supply of critical minerals to US defense sector: WSJ

According to the WSJ, citing sources, the Chinese government is now refusing or delaying exports of minerals designated for military applications.

July 30, 2025

Maxus expands land holdings at Quarry antimony project in British Columbia

Maxus acquired 100% interest in three antimony exploration properties in BC: Quarry, Hurley and Altura, covering 3,700 hectares.

July 21, 2025

Canagold soars on New Polaris feasibility results

The project has a post-tax net present value (at 5% discount) of C$425 million, with an internal rate of return of 30.9%, in the base case scenario.

July 17, 2025

Ultra-rare metal rides AI boom as commodities star performer

Ruthenium has eclipsed the headline-grabbing rallies in other commodities like gold and silver.