Author name: Oliver Harris

AstroForge, a California-based aerospace company, is on the cusp of making history. Later this week, they aim to launch their second spacecraft, Odin, on a mission to commercially mine an asteroid. This isn’t just a scientific endeavor; it’s a bold s

Asteroid YR4, a newly discovered celestial body in the outer reaches of our solar system, is turning heads in the scientific community and beyond. Its unique composition, rich in rare earth metals, presents a groundbreaking opportunity for technologi

FLS has thrown down the gauntlet in the mining sector with the launch of its coarseAIR™ Flotation Cell, a game-changer designed to revolutionize coarse particle recovery in base/precious metals and industrial mineral operations. This isn’t just anoth

Asteroid mining, once the stuff of science fiction, is now a tangible prospect, thanks to rapid advancements in space technologies. This shift is not just about extracting valuable minerals; it’s about transforming our energy future and redefining ou

India’s mineral industry, a titan in global production, is on the cusp of a transformative era. The government’s recent policy shifts and budget allocations signal a strategic pivot towards critical minerals, essential for the burgeoning renewable en

BlockDAG’s latest Ask Me Anything (AMA) session on February 20, 2025, marked a pivotal moment for the project, unveiling critical updates that could reshape the mining landscape. The company is gearing up for a crucial phase in its mining strategy, a

Tropical cyclone Megan’s devastating impact on Groote Eylandt Mining Company (GEMCO) in March 2024 sent shockwaves through Australia’s manganese industry. The storm’s fury forced GEMCO, a joint venture between South32 and Anglo American, to halt prod

The recent meeting of the Michigan Technological University Board of Trustees was a whirlwind of significant announcements and decisions that could reshape the institution’s trajectory and the broader mining industry. The board’s excitement over Mich

Ceibo, the Chilean mining technology startup backed by BHP, is making waves in the industry with its innovative copper leaching technology. The company, which recently secured a deal with Glencore to test its technology, has appointed Cleve Lightfoot

The recent high-profile delegation from Catamarca, Argentina, hosted by India’s Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), has set the stage for a potential paradigm shift in startup collaborations between the two nations. This