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

LME faces further legal action in London court

The exchange is facing further legal action in London by a company called Double Eight Ltd.

March 6, 2023

AQR leads 10 hedge funds suing LME over nickel trade debacle

AQR and DRW Commodities alongside others are seeking around £80 million, according to the LME.

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

EU, US working on deal to make EV minerals eligible for tax credits

The EU official said an agreement could come as early as next week.

March 3, 2023

Jewelry maker Pandora targets recycled gold

The jewelry maker on Friday sold a debut €500 million sustainability-linked bond with a five-year maturity,

March 3, 2023

Column: Automakers rush in where miners fear to tread

It's a useful reminder that going upstream can be a high-risk business for even the biggest automotive companies.

March 3, 2023

UK regulator launches enforcement probe into LME nickel trading halt

The suspension on March 8 came after prices doubled to more than $100,000/t in a matter of hours

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 3, 2023

Volkswagen board discusses two new North America plants at meeting

The facilities would be one production plant and one battery cell factory, people familiar with the matter said.