Canada plans mining, rare earths stakes to combat China
Canada has unveiled a suite of measures to shore up access to critical minerals, including fast-tracking mining projects deemed to have national importance.
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Swiss gold refiners interested in setting up in US, says official
Switzerland exported nearly 53 billion Swiss francs' ($66.83 billion) worth of gold to the United States in 2024.
US biomining startup raises $13.5M in seed funding
Endolith is currently developing an AI-guided process that uses microbes to extract copper and other critical minerals from low-grade and complex ores.
Zimbabwe’s spodumene exports jump 27% despite weak lithium prices
Africa's top lithium producer exported 1 million metric tons of spodumene concentrate between January and September.
East Africa Metals sites hit by illegal mining: report
Company denies involvement in any illegal activity and rejects claims that its Chinese partners financed or carried out artisanal operations.
China and US yet to agree rare earth deal weeks after talks
The two sides have given their teams until the end of November to agree on terms for “general licenses” that China pledged to offer for US-bound exports.
Indigenous group says ‘no’ to Pan American’s Escobal mine in Guatemala
The Xinka cited risks to water, culture and territory and called for Escobal’s permanent closure.
Epiroc launches next-generation PCD drill bits
Engineered for extreme durability and precision, the new Epiroc PCD drill bits help surface and underground operations drill more meters with fewer interruptions.
Vale to book extra $500M provision for Fundao dam obligations
The announcement followed an English High Court decision that considered BHP liable under Brazilian law.
