Botswana turns to UAE, Oman in De Beers power play
Botswana is seeking Gulf partners to help secure greater control of De Beers as Anglo American moves ahead with a sale of its stake.
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Bolivia unrest puts world-class lithium assets at risk
Military powers bill deepens political crisis as roadblocks threaten investment and critical minerals development.
Perth Mint’s May gold sales hit over one-year low
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Nuclear startup Helion hits $15.5 billion valuation in latest funding round
The round nearly triples Helion's valuation from its last Series F funding round in January 2025.
Lynas Rare Earths names Pol Le Roux interim CEO
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Mining influencers take industry’s image battle to TikTok
The rise of mining influencers comes as the industry struggles to attract younger workers while enrolments in geoscience programs decline.
Abu Dhabi’s IRH turns down Zambian copper concentrate waiver
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