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Trump’s Greenland Strategy: Securing Rare Earths for National Security
Donald Trump’s renewed interest in purchasing Greenland has reignited debates about the Arctic island’s geopolitical and economic importance. While the idea has been dismissed by Greenland’s leadership, the notion underscores the island’s critical role in …
Critical Mineral, Critical Defense: US Ensures Antimony for Military Readiness
The United States has taken a monumental step in securing its critical mineral supply chain. By approving Perpetua Resources’ Stibnite project in Idaho, the White House is signaling a clear intention: the U.S. will not remain dependent on foreign powers like …
US Steel Stays American: Biden Blocks Nippon Steel Takeover
In a move that sent shockwaves through the global steel industry, President Joe Biden has formally blocked Nippon Steel Corp.’s $14.1 billion acquisition of United States Steel Corp. The decision, announced after a US security review, underscores Biden's …
Constellation Lands Record $840M Deal with US Federal Sector
Constellation Energy is set to supply the US federal government with clean, reliable nuclear energy under an unprecedented ten-year, USD 840 million agreement. The deal, facilitated by the General Services Administration (GSA), represents the first …
Biden’s Hydrogen Subsidy Reforms: A Billion-Dollar Boost
The Biden administration has unveiled major adjustments to its landmark hydrogen subsidies program, aimed at accelerating the nation’s transition to clean energy. This move follows intense lobbying from industry leaders and marks a pivotal step in shaping the …
Canada’s Potash Legacy: Fueling Global Agriculture
Deep beneath the vast prairies of Saskatchewan lies one of the world's most vital resources for modern agriculture—potash. This essential crop nutrient, buried in ancient seabed deposits, has been lying in wait for over 360 million years. But how does this …
TSX Starts 2025 Strong with Energy and Mining Stocks Leading the Charge
Canada's primary stock index, the S&P/TSX Composite, kicked off the new year on a high note, driven by surging gold and oil prices. With all 11 sectors in the green, the TSX rose 0.9% to 24,949.52 points, marking its highest level since mid-December.
Mining Meets AI: Gates and Bezos Invest in the Next Big Tech Frontier
KoBold Metals, the Bill Gates and Jeff Bezos-backed mining startup, has successfully raised $537 million in its latest funding round. This ambitious move positions the company as a significant contender in the global race to secure critical minerals essential …
Oil Markets Favor Trump as Wall Street Predicts Surplus
As the world gears up for 2025, President-elect Donald Trump is poised to benefit from a market dynamic that has Wall Street buzzing: the projection of falling crude oil prices. Experts predict that abundant global supply will lead to a substantial drop in oil …
Billionaire Carlos Slim Bets Big on Oil: $1 Billion Investment Revealed
Latin America’s richest man, Carlos Slim, has made waves in 2024 with a $1 billion investment to expand his oil production and refining portfolio. Known for building a telecom empire through América Móvil SAB, Slim has diversified his holdings over the years. …