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Nations vie for control over critical minerals essential for AI and green tech
This article examines how nations are asserting control over critical mineral supply chains, focusing on lithium, cobalt, and rare earth elements. It highlights the geopolitical implications of these resources, which ar…
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China's battery factories may sit atop vast lithium deposits
A recent study suggests that China's battery manufacturing hubs may be located above significant lithium deposits. Geologist Duan Zheng indicated that these potential clay-type lithium deposits, formed by ancient volcan…
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Mobility disruption driven by geopolitics, energy, and demographics, not just tech
The automotive industry's future disruption stems less from technological advancements and more from external systemic factors, according to Dr. Gjoko Muratovski of ICONA Design Group. Geopolitical shifts, energy securi…
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Solid-state batteries inch closer to market with manufacturing breakthroughs · 1 source tracked
Solid-state batteries, which replace liquid electrolytes with solid materials, promise faster charging, longer life, and improved safety compared to current lithium-ion batteries. While the technology has been in develo…
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Licube aims to fuel fusion power industry; Google Home fixes smart light bug
Licube is positioning itself to supply lithium, a crucial element for fusion power plants, and plans to showcase its preparations at TechCrunch Disrupt. Separately, Google has released an update for Google Home that res…
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US invests $29.5M in critical minerals tech for EVs and renewables
The U.S. Department of Energy is allocating $29.5 million to fund nine projects across various states focused on critical minerals technology. These initiatives aim to enhance the domestic extraction, development, and r…
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China launches world's first plant to extract rare metals from lithium waste
China has established the world's first production line capable of extracting rubidium and caesium from lithium waste. This new facility in Jiangxi province has an annual capacity of 500 tonnes and has achieved stable p…
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Transfer learning enhances models for electron-nucleus cross sections
Researchers have developed data-driven models for electron-nucleus cross sections using transfer learning. These models, initially trained on carbon data, were fine-tuned for various other elements including helium, lit…
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US restricts tungsten and battery scrap exports, targeting Chinese recyclers
The United States has implemented a one-year ban on exports of tungsten scrap and lithium-ion battery "black mass." This measure aims to secure domestic supply chains for strategic resources, potentially impacting Chine…
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Lithium's dual role: battery component and potential dementia treatment
The use of lithium, known for its role in batteries and treating bipolar disorder, is being explored for its potential to protect the brain from dementia. However, the article critiques the capitalist system where AI is…
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AI data centers strain critical mineral supply chains, especially copper
The burgeoning AI data center industry is facing significant supply chain challenges due to the high demand for critical minerals like copper, lithium, and rare earth elements. These materials are essential for powering…
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Mariana Minerals raises $310M for AI-driven mining, valued at $1.5B · 1 source tracked
Mariana Minerals, a startup focused on revolutionizing mining with software, has secured $310 million in Series B funding, bringing its total raised to $400 million and valuing the company at $1.5 billion. The funding r…
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Rio Tinto's profit jumps 43% on copper and aluminum demand
Rio Tinto reported a 43% increase in profit for the first half of the year, reaching $6.85 billion, largely due to high demand for copper and aluminum. The company's earnings from copper surged by 84% and aluminum by 38…
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CITIC Securities predicts lithium price rebound amid supply constraints and growing demand
CITIC Securities analysts predict a rebound in lithium prices, noting that recent price drops have led upstream producers to hold back supply, with some spot prices remaining above 160,000 yuan/ton. Downstream buyers ar…
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Colorado mandates automakers handle EV battery recycling by 2029
Colorado has enacted a new law (SB26-003) that places the responsibility for collecting and processing end-of-life electric vehicle (EV) batteries onto automakers. This legislation, set to take full effect by July 2029,…
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Rio Tinto reports H1 copper equivalent production up 3%, driven by Oyu Tolgoi mine
Rio Tinto Group released its Q2 and H1 2026 production report, showing a 3% year-over-year increase in copper equivalent production for the first half of the year. The company's iron ore sales rose 5% in Q2, reaching a …
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Lithium hexafluorophosphate demand surges, boosting profits; Musk pushes Grok 4.5 at Tesla
The market for lithium hexafluorophosphate is experiencing strong demand, leading to significantly improved profitability for industry players. Despite price fluctuations, companies like Tianci Materials and Do-Fluoride…
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Zhongkuang Resources subsidiary halts lithium salt production for maintenance
Jiangxi Zhongkuang Lithium, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Zhongkuang Resources, will temporarily halt production on its 30,000-ton high-purity lithium salt production line starting June 30, 2026, due to a mismatch betwee…
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USGS: Carolinas hold vast lithium reserves for AI data center grid storage
A recent US Geological Survey assessment indicates that the Carolinas possess substantial untapped lithium reserves, estimated at 1.43 million metric tons of lithium oxide. This discovery could be crucial for grid-scale…
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China and West diverge on EV battery recycling strategies
China and Western nations are adopting contrasting strategies for managing end-of-life electric vehicle batteries. China prioritizes immediate metal recovery through shredding, driven by its focus on lithium-iron-phosph…