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A Beginner´s Guide to PEA's and Feasibility Studies
Before a project becomes a mine, several technical studies must be completed in order to determine the viability of the project. The first of these is the preliminary economic assessment (PEA), with pre-feasibility (PFS) and feasibility studies (FS) that …
China's iPhone Dilemma: Between Sales and Security
Recent developments in China point to escalating tensions between the nation and tech giant Apple. Despite the Chinese government's denials of a potential ban on iPhones within its agencies, there are growing concerns over the data security of these devices. …
TikTok Slapped with Million-Euro Fine by EU
The European Union has demonstrated its commitment to enforcing data protection laws. This was recently evidenced when the EU imposed a staggering fine of 345 million euros on the popular social media service TikTok. The reason for this stern action was …
Tech-Industries Confer with US Senators on AI Regulations
In Washington, prominent tech industry leaders and US senators held closed-door discussions on the regulation of Artificial Intelligence (AI). The high-profile gathering, featuring figures like Bill Gates, Mark Zuckerberg, and Elon Musk, deliberated the urgent …
ARM Returns to the Stock Market Today
The chip designer ARM, a British company known for its innovative semiconductor designs, made what is likely the biggest stock market debut of the year today. This move has piqued the interest of tech giants such as Apple, Samsung, Alphabet, Nvidia, AMD, and …
Flaws in Russia's Oil Price Cap Exposed
The oil price cap, introduced by Western nations against Russia, is showing flaws in its implementation. Despite international efforts to limit the sale price of Russian oil to $60 per barrel, Russia has sold the commodity at higher prices. This undermines the …
Wintershall DEA Focuses on Reorientation
Wintershall DEA, a majority holding of BASF, continues to stand strong despite its withdrawal from business in Russia. CEO Mario Mehren emphasized that the company has always focused on a diversified portfolio. While the withdrawal from Russia does cost 50% of …
Rheinmetall Supplies Ukraine with "Gepard" Ammunition
The German defense company Rheinmetall recently completed the first delivery of ammunition for the anti-aircraft tank "Gepard" to Ukraine. Amid ongoing conflicts and high demand for ammunition, Ukraine urgently needed this delivery. A total of 40,000 rounds of …
Raw Materials as Chess Pieces in the Ukraine Conflict?
The conflict between Russia and Ukraine has many facets, but one that is often overlooked is the strategic importance of Ukraine's natural resources. Ukraine is rich in critical raw materials such as lithium, cobalt, titanium, and rare earths, which are …
Olive Oil in Spain - From Kitchen Staple to Luxury Good
Olive oil, the cornerstone of Spanish cuisine, is increasingly becoming a luxury item. The prices for a liter bottle have reached the ten-euro mark, and consumers are concerned. But what's behind this drastic price increase?