Rare earth power: can Europe ever escape its dependency on China?
Europe relies on China for the rare earth elements essential in transition technologies, but it’s making a late bid to…
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New president, new policy: Bolivia’s shift against lithium protectionism
The Salar de Uyuni salt flats (pictured) are a nationally cherished symbol of Bolivia’s sovereignty and indigenous heritage – but…
Will the US’ onshoring strategy remove China’s chokehold on REEs?
The US is racing to wean itself off China’s REEs but is domesticising more projects driving it to the finishing line? MP Material’s Mountain Pass mine, the largest REE mine in the…
The optimisation of digital twins for mine safety
Digital twin technology is helping mine operators make more informed decisions around critical processes and infrastructure, improving mine site safety.…
From scattered assets to scaled output: the rise of district-scale mining
As larger, high-grade mineral deposits become harder to find and more CapEx-intensive to develop, more junior miners are opting for…
Leveraging AI and satellite technologies for autonomous operations
It is becoming increasingly apparent that AI, satellite networks and linked technologies, such as automation, are vital to getting more…
Australasia’s investment in mining technology – survey
As AI further enhances the appeal for digital technologies, GlobalData’s survey suggests that Australasian miners will continue to invest considerably…
Australian mining industry: 2025 review
Australia battled volatile commodity prices, operational costs and skills shortages but is making progress in becoming an energy transition leader.…
Mining in 2025: emerging trends and predictions for 2026
Mining Technology reveals the key mining trends of 2025 and those set to define the industry in 2026. Mining in…
Q&A: Australia’s critical mineral endowment and its place on the global stage
Geoscience Australia’s Karol Czarnota considers Australia’s critical mineral potential and how government investment is shaping international supplies. The AusAEM survey…