China bans export of rare earths processing tech over national security China accounts for nearly 90% of global refined output. Reuters | December 21, 2023 | 9:08 am
Gold Fields sells Asanko stake in $170 million deal The South African firm has sold its 45% stake in Ghana's Asanko gold mine to joint venture partner Galiano Gold. Reuters | December 21, 2023 | 9:03 am
UK fraud watchdog must pay damages to ENRC, court rules ENRC has always denied any wrongdoing and argued the UK's Serious Fraud Office would not have launched its investigation if it had not first induced the company's former lawyer to act against its interests. Reuters | December 21, 2023 | 8:31 am
Hummingbird Resources unveils plan to raise up to $32.7 million Proceeds will be used to fund its growth strategy, exploration, advance its Dugbe gold project in Liberia, and boost its balance sheet. Cecilia Jamasmie | December 21, 2023 | 6:22 am
Graphene-copper mix may improve efficiency of EV, industrial equipment motors By mixing the right amount of graphene with copper to make electrical wires it is possible to improve the efficiency of electricity distribution. Staff Writer | December 21, 2023 | 6:06 am
Agnico Eagle invests in Finland-focused FireFox Gold The $1.4 million private placement gives Agnico a 10.9% holding in FireFox. Staff Writer | December 21, 2023 | 4:30 am
Pinnacle Minerals expands Canadian lithium footprint It is acquiring a 75% stake in the Adina East lithium project in the battery metals-rich James Bay region of Quebec. Staff Writer | December 21, 2023 | 3:46 am
Woodside Energy to supply LNG to Pilbara Minerals unit The LNG will be used at the Pilgangoora lithium operation in Western Australia. Reuters | December 20, 2023 | 3:30 pm
First Quantum committed to Panama amid mine dispute, CEO says First Quantum received an initial “framework” from Panamanian authorities on Tuesday for closing the mine by June 2024. Bloomberg News | December 20, 2023 | 2:12 pm
