Podcasts about mineral resources

FireFly Metals Ltd (ASX: FFM) (TSX: FFM) is an emerging copper-gold company focused on advancing the high-grade Green Bay Copper-Gold Project in Newfoundland, Canada. The Green Bay Copper-Gold Project currently hosts a Mineral Resource prepared and disclosed in accordance with the 2012 Edition of the Australasian Code for Reporting of Exploration Results, Mineral Resources and Ore Reserves (JORC Code 2012) and Canadian National Instrument 43-101 - Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects (NI 43-101) of 24.4Mt of Measured and Indicated Resources at 1.9% for 460Kt CuEq and 34.5Mt of Inferred Resources at 2% for 690Kt CuEq.

Professor Evan Ellis details Peru's complex political landscape under unpopular President Dina Boluarte, its strategic importance due to mineral resources, and substantial economic ties with China, including the Chancay deepwater port. He also addresses the escalating Venezuelan situation, with a US Marine Air-Ground Task Force deployment and bounties on Nicolás Maduro, suggesting potential military action. Additionally, he touches on Bolsonaro's trial in Brazil and Guyana's newfound oil wealth amid Venezuelan threats. 1945 PERU

CONTINUED Professor Evan Ellis details Peru's complex political landscape under unpopular President Dina Boluarte, its strategic importance due to mineral resources, and substantial economic ties with China, including the Chancay deepwater port. He also addresses the escalating Venezuelan situation, with a US Marine Air-Ground Task Force deployment and bounties on Nicolás Maduro, suggesting potential military action. Additionally, he touches on Bolsonaro's trial in Brazil and Guyana's newfound oil wealth amid Venezuelan threats. 1910 BRAZIL

Professor Evan Ellis details Peru's complex political landscape under unpopular President Dina Boluarte, its strategic importance due to mineral resources, and substantial economic ties with China, including the Chancay deepwater port. He also addresses the escalating Venezuelan situation, with a US Marine Air-Ground Task Force deployment and bounties on Nicolás Maduro, suggesting potential military action. Additionally, he touches on Bolsonaro's trial in Brazil and Guyana's Rewfound oil wealth amid Venezuelan threats.

Professor Evan Ellis details Peru's complex political landscape under unpopular President Dina Boluarte, its strategic importance due to mineral resources, and substantial economic ties with China, including the Chancay deepwater port. He also addresses the escalating Venezuelan situation, with a US Marine Air-Ground Task Force deployment and bounties on Nicolás Maduro, suggesting potential military action. Additionally, he touches on Bolsonaro's trial in Brazil and Guyana's newfound oil wealth amid Venezuelan threats. 1884 GUADALAJARA

Join Tarrant Elkington, General Manager of Snowden Optiro, and Scott Carpenter, Director of Technology at Datamine Software, as they explore the rapidly evolving world of artificial intelligence in mining. In this episode of Fresh Thinking, they discuss:  The parallels between AI and other disruptive technologies like autonomous haulage. How to navigate the hype cycle and spot real opportunities amidst the noise. The difference between generative AI and agentic AI and what each means for the mining industry. Why human intuition and expertise remain essential in a data-driven future. Whether you're curious about the future of digital mining or want to understand where AI is headed, this conversation offers practical insights and thought-provoking ideas. Key Time Stamps 00:00 – Introduction and guest background. 01:18 – Setting the stage: AI as the next disruptive technology in mining. 05:14 – Understanding the hype cycle and Amara's Law. 10:06 – Lessons from autonomous haulage systems and parallels to AI adoption. 12:02 – The adjacent possible principle: multiple technologies combining to drive change. 17:05 – Where AI sits in the hype cycle today. 20:01 – Generative AI vs. Agentic AI: key differences and future impact. 24:55 – Why quality data and human expertise are still crucial. 33:21 – Looking ahead: where AI could take resource modelling and mine planning. 37:42 – Closing thoughts and reflections on AI's future in mining. If you would like to contact Tarrant and Scott: contact@snowdenoptiro.com Explore more: https://snowdenoptiro.com/

In this episode of the Fresh Thinking podcast, Laurie Hassall (Senior Consultant, Geology) and Senzeni Matondi (Principal Consultant, Geology) from Snowden Optiro's UK office explore the fascinating world of silica sands. Often overlooked, silica sands are vital for producing glass, solar panels, and high-tech products that shape our modern world. Laurie and Senzeni discuss what makes silica sands so unique, how they are processed, and why demand for this industrial mineral is growing. Whether you work in mining, processing, or downstream industries, this episode provides valuable insights into how silica sands are transforming from a bulk commodity into a critical mineral for the future. Key Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction to the hosts and today's topic 0:48 – What silica sands are and why they matter 2:00 – What sets silica apart from other industrial minerals 3:10 – Purity levels and the critical role of Fe₂O₃ in glass production 5:01 – Key factors for processing silica sands 5:35 – Typical processing pathway explained 7:25 – Resource estimation for silica sand deposits 9:43 – Why silica sands are now seen as a critical mineral 10:38 – The future of silica sands: geometallurgy and sustainability 12:01 – Final thoughts and takeaways Have a question about silica sands or you'd like to contact Laurie and Senzeni: contact@snowdenoptiro.com Explore more: https://snowdenoptiro.com/

The Aussie market kicked off September on the back foot, with the ASX200 slipping to a two-week low as tech stocks dragged and major banks fell. Gold miners bucked the trend, surging on a stronger gold price, while Fortescue dropped after trading ex-dividend. Harvey Norman jumped on a profit beat and IDP Education extended its rebound, but Mesoblast and Mineral Resources weakened. With a wave of companies set to trade ex-dividend this week, plus key local economic data and US jobs numbers ahead, markets face a busy start to the new month. The content in this podcast is prepared, approved and distributed in Australia by Commonwealth Securities Limited ABN 60 067 254 399 AFSL 238814. The information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Consider the appropriateness of the information before acting and if necessary, seek appropriate professional advice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Fresh Thinking, our Executive Consultant (and fellow sampling guru) Ian Glacken sits down with Mark Murphy, world renowned Sampling expert, to uncover the realities of plant sampling - from conveyor belts and moisture balances to concentrates and reconciliation. Mark shares practical insights, cautionary tales, and expert tips to help geologists better understand sampling challenges inside the plant. If you've ever wondered how conveyor belt bias, weightometers, or moisture variability affect your reconciliations, this conversation is essential listening. Key Timestamps 0:04 – Introduction: Setting the stage for plant sampling and reconciliation. 1:01 – “Never trust a metallurgist?” (Just kidding!) Why geologists and metallurgists often have different priorities. 2:00 – Weightometers & moisture: The two biggest issues affecting mass balance into the plant. 3:00 – Conveyor belts: Why top-belt samplers and fines create bias. 4:50 – Time-based errors: How long conveyors cause cyclic sampling challenges. 6:14 – Homogenisation matters: When material becomes “relatively homogeneous” and why head grade calculation is tricky. 7:30 – Concentrate sampling: Why it's usually less of an issue than belt sampling. 9:00 – Shark-fin samplers & densometers: Common pitfalls to watch out for in plant sampling setups. 10:26 – Value engineering: How cost-cutting compromises plant sampling accuracy. 12:30 – Collaboration is key: Why geologists, metallurgists, and mining managers must work closely together. Keep tuned for the final episode of this Sampling series. Have a question about Sampling or want to get in touch: contact@snowdenoptiro.com Explore more: https://snowdenoptiro.com/

Mark Pownall and Nadia Budihardjo discuss Rio Tinto boss Simon Trott's first week; Mineral Resources; Local governments in trouble; Reynolds v Higgins judgment; Michael Chaney and Wesfarmers; and major companies' annual results.

Petro Matad CEO Mike Buck joined Steve Darling from Proactive to announce that the Company has mobilized equipment and crews for well testing operations on the Heron-2 well. Downhole work has already commenced, with testing activities designed to evaluate the reservoir's commercial potential. The program begins with an acid wash over the reservoir interval, followed by a retest of the well. This initial testing phase is expected to last approximately 20 days. Should the well demonstrate a commercial rate of oil production, it will be completed as a producer, and the Company will move quickly to install production facilities, targeting first oil before the end of 2025. If the test does not confirm commercial production levels, Petro Matad plans to proceed with a water injectivity test. This would determine whether Heron-2 could serve as a water injector well, providing valuable reservoir pressure support to enhance production performance at the adjacent Heron-1 well. Buck explained that upon completing operations at Heron-2, equipment will be mobilized to the Gazelle-1 location for well testing scheduled in the second half of September, followed by testing at the Gobi Bear-1 well. The CEO also addressed recent regulatory developments, noting that Petro Matad has been in ongoing discussions with both the Mineral Resources and Petroleum Authority of Mongolia and the Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources regarding delays that occurred after the award of the Block XX Exploitation Licence in July 2021. Land access was only secured in May 2024, significantly impacting timelines. In recognition of this, MIMR has now granted Petro Matad a three-year extension to the Exploitation Licence. This extension has important financial benefits: it also prolongs the five-year customs duty holiday on imported goods and equipment by three years, which is expected to yield significant cost savings on future operations. On the financial front, Petro Matad confirmed receipt of approximately $320,000 in payments for oil sales in May and June from PetroChina and the and the July payment is now being processed. However, PetroChina has continued to withhold 30% of the invoiced amounts, citing ongoing tax concerns with Mongolian authorities regarding the oil sales agreement. The Company has also submitted its July invoice and is actively pushing for full payment under the terms of the signed agreement. Buck emphasized that with well testing now underway and regulatory clarity improving, Petro Matad is well-positioned to accelerate development across Block XX, with the potential to bring new production online and strengthen cash flow in the near term. #proactiveinvestors #aim #matd #oil #gas #drilling 3Mining #mongolia #MongoliaOil #Heron1 #Heron2 #Gazelle1 #GobiBear #RenewableEnergy #GreenHydrogen #BatteryStorage #OilProduction #FarmOut #ChinaEnergy #EnergyInvestment #ProactiveInvestors

Zak Mir talks to Ippolito Cattaneo, CEO of Ajax Resources, in the wake of this week's announcements of the completion of the acquisition of the La Norteña Licence area and the agreed terms to conditionally acquire a 74.75% interest in the Paguanta Project, a copper-gold project. Ajax Resources PLC (AQSE: AJAX) has entered into a conditional agreement to acquire a 74.75% interest in the Paguanta Project (“Paguanta”), a copper-gold project located in the Tarapacá Region of northern Chile, from Asara Resources Ltd, an ASX-listed company. Paguanta is an advanced exploration-stage polymetallic project historically recognised for its silver production. It hosts substantial mineral resources in silver, zinc and lead, with further identified potential for copper and gold. The project area comprises 14 exploitation concessions and 14 pending exploration concession applications, together covering approximately 7,800 hectares. Under the terms of the Acquisition: ·    The parties have until 25 November 2025 to negotiate final contractual terms of the contract and complete ("Completion"). ·    Ajax will undertake its due diligence prior to Completion. ·    Ajax may terminate the Agreement prior to Completion at no cost if the results of the due diligence are unsatisfactory. ·    The Acquisition will consist of the purchase of 100% of the share capital of Paguanta Resources (Chile) SpA, which in turn owns 74.75% of the share capital of Compania Minera Paguanta SA, which owns the Paguanta Project.  Both companies are incorporated in Chile. ·    On Acquisition, both companies will be free of outstanding debt, other than debts novated to Ajax by the Vendor. The consideration for the Acquisition, should it proceed, will be: ·    Within 15 days of Completion: o  US$50,000 in cash; and o  US$100,000 in Ajax ordinary shares of 1 pence each ("Ordinary Shares"), calculated at the 7-day Volume Weighted Average Price (VWAP) prior to issue. ·    A further US$500,000 to be payable upon the definition of a proved reserve exceeding 25 million tonnes at ≥5% zinc equivalent. ·    A further US $500,000 to be payable upon the definition of a proved reserve exceeding 5 million tonnes of copper. ·    The vendor will retain a 1% net smelter royalty, commencing on the first anniversary of production operations at Paguanta, capped at a maximum amount of US$850,000 and subject to the average zinc price during the preceding two quarters exceeding US$2,600 per metric tonne. The principal zone of value within Paguanta is the Patricia Prospect, which has been the subject of the most extensive exploration to date. Patricia contains a JORC-compliant Mineral Resource of 6.8 million ounces of silver, 265 million pounds of zinc, and 74 million pounds of lead. Importantly, these resources remain open at depth and along strike, providing significant potential for further expansion. At present, the Vendor maintains Paguanta on a care and maintenance basis, while its operational focus remains directed toward its West African portfolio.

South Africa’s renewable energy landscape has entered a new chapter this month. On 31 July, the Department of Mineral Resources and Energy, alongside leading universities, launched COM-PRES, a 4.5-year research programme under REIPPPP that will test how renewable projects can deliver real social and economic equity for communities. Views and News with Clarence Ford is the mid-morning show on CapeTalk. This 3-hour long programme shares and reflects a broad array of perspectives. It is inspirational, passionate and positive. Host Clarence Ford’s gentle curiosity and dapper demeanour leave listeners feeling motivated and empowered. Known for his love of jazz and golf, Clarrie covers a range of themes including relationships, heritage and philosophy. Popular segments include Barbs’ Wire at 9:30am (Mon-Thurs) and The Naked Scientist at 9:30 on Fridays. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Views & News with Clarence Ford Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays between 09:00 and 12:00 (SA Time) to Views and News with Clarence Ford broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/erjiQj2 or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/BdpaXRn Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media: CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Stochastic Mine Planning – Evolving the Way We Manage Uncertainty In this episode, Tarrant Elkington (General Manager, Snowden Optiro) is joined by Matheus Faria (Director of Technical Services, KPI Mining) to explore the evolving role of stochastic mine planning. Stochastic approaches move beyond conventional “single-input” mine plans by explicitly considering uncertainty in key parameters such as block models, recoveries, and prices. Tarrant and Matheus discuss how this approach can transform decision-making and create more resilient mine plans. Key moments in the episode: [00:02] – What stochastic mine planning is and why it's gaining traction. [07:45] – Limitations of conventional deterministic planning. [16:20] – Applying stochastic methods to sequencing, cut-off grades, stockpiling, and blending. [27:50] – Practical insights from Matheus on integrating stochastic planning into operations. [39:10] – Looking ahead: the future of stochastic planning in the mining industry. [43:30] – Discussion on the real-world challenges of adoption, including computational demands and the need for organisational buy-in. [50:05] – Reflections on how stochastic planning supports better communication between technical teams and decision-makers. [55:40] – Final thoughts from both Tarrant and Matheus on where the industry is heading and advice for companies considering stochastic approaches. This episode offers valuable insights for mining professionals interested in risk management, decision-making, and the future of strategic mine planning. Have a question or want to get in touch? Contact us: contact@snowdenoptiro.com Explore more: https://snowdenoptiro.com/

Viva Gold published an updated Preliminary Economic Assessment for the Tonopah Gold Project in Nevada last month. CEO Jim Hesketh joins the podcast to provide his editorial comments on the report and breakdown the difference between this report and reports of the project's past. The updated MRE reports measured and indicated (“M”) Mineral Resource containing 504,000 ounces gold (“Au”) at 0.59 grams per tonne (“g/t” Au, 1.8 million ounces silver (“Ag”) 2.05 g/t Ag, and an inferred Mineral Resource of 83,000 ounces Au at 0.37 g/t Au, 402,000 ounces Ag, at 1.81 g/t Ag, all constrained within a pit shell above a 0.15 g/t Au cut-off

In this episode, Loye and Fola provide updates on Nigeria's lack of ambassadors, an offer made by Somaliland to President Trump, and the acquisition of MultiChoice by Canal+ and what it means for the African media landscape. But first, they provide quick updates on Alassane Ouattara's announcement of his decision to run for a fourth term in the upcoming Ivorian elections, as well as on the recent helicopter crash in Ghana.Time stamps:01:02 Updates on Alassane Ouattara's announcement to run for a fourth term and on the helicopter crash in Ghana03:51 Where are Nigeria's ambassadors?09:22 Somaliland's offer to Trump18:24 Canal+'s acquisition of MultiChoice34:44 What in the worldhttps://www.instagram.com/thebrief.xyz/

In this first of three episodes on sampling, Ian Glacken (Executive Consultant at Snowden Optiro) speaks with Mark Murphy (Manager of Geological Services at IGO), about why sampling is one of the most critical – yet often under-taught – skills in geology. From gold to base metals, exploration to mine geology, Mark shares four decades of experience on how sampling impacts decision-making, project economics, and geological understanding. This podcast at a glance:  00:00 – Introduction to Mark Murphy and the 3-part series 01:02 – Why sampling is vital for geologists 03:36 – Lessons from gold mining and coarse gold challenges 05:49 – How sampling principles apply across all commodities 07:38 – Key differences between exploration and mine geologists 10:33 – Precision, accuracy, and representativity in grade control 13:52 – Advice for young geologists to build sampling skills Keep tuned for Parts 2 and 3 of this Sampling series. Have a question or want to get in touch? Contact us: contact@snowdenoptiro.com Explore more: https://snowdenoptiro.com/

Send us your feedback In this episode of Judgment Junction, Litigation Partner Jane Standage and Senior Associate Olivia de Pont, discuss the Privy Council's recent decision in Jardine Strategic Holdings Ltd v Oasis Investments II Master Fund Ltd No 2 [2025] UKPC 34. This landmark ruling confirms that shareholders do not have the right to access a company's privileged legal advice. The discussion covers the historical context of the "shareholder rule," its criticisms, and the implications of this decision for company directors and shareholders, particularly in the context of increasing shareholder litigation and ESG-related actions.[00:14]: Jane and Olivia set the stage for discussing the Privy Council's decision in Jardine Strategic Holdings Ltd v Oasis Investments II Master Fund Ltd No 2 [2025] UKPC 34[00:53]: Olivia explains the historic "shareholder rule," which allowed shareholders to access their company's legal advice unless it related to hostile litigation against them. Olivia outlines the two essential ideas that the rule is based on:Shareholders indirectly paid for the company's legal advice.The analogy between the company-shareholder relationship and the trustee-beneficiary relationship.[01:47]: Olivia discusses the increasing criticism of the rule, noting the imperfect analogy with trusts since companies have their own legal personality.[02:02]: Jane and Olivia discuss the Privy Council's rejection of the "shareholder rule," aligning with the English High Court's stance in Aabar Holdings SARL v Glencore PLC [2024] EWHC 3046. Shareholders do not have the right to access a company's privileged legal advice.[02:47]: The discussion moves to the implications of this decision for company directors, especially in the context of increasing shareholder litigation. They highlight the growing trend of shareholders buying shares to bring actions against companies, particularly in the ESG space, as seen in the ClientEarth v Shell plc [2023]. [03:17]: Jane and Olivia discuss the rise of shareholder class actions, with examples from Australia, including proceedings against Mineral Resources, Medibank Private Limited, Fleet Partners, Blue Sky Alternative Investments, and FNZ.[04:17]: Jane and Olivia explain that the Privy Council's decision will help protect the sanctity of privilege in companies' legal advice, providing a tool for directors to fend off demands for access to privileged material. They note the potential impact on New Zealand courts in the coming years. Information in this episode is accurate as at the date of recording Wednesday, 6 August 2025.Please contact Jane Standage or Olivia de Pont or our Litigation team if you need legal advice and guidance on any of the topics discussed in the episode.Please don't forget to rate, review or follow MinterEllisonRuddWatts wherever you get your podcasts. You can also sign up to receive updates via your inbox here.For show notes and additional resources visit minterellison.co.nz/podcasts

Fortuna Mining Releases Diamba Sud Mineral Resource Update, PEA On Track For Q4 2025 Fortuna Mining has been advancing its Diamba Sud gold project, and just released an updated mineral resource estimate. Fortuna is also releasing their second-quarter earnings after the close tonight, and for a brief recap of their news, click to watch the video now! - To read Fortuna's press release on the updated mineral resource estimate go to: https://fortunamining.com/news/fortuna-advances-diamba-sud-gold-project-in-senegal-with-updated-mineral-resources-pea-completion-targeted-for-q4-2025/ - Get access to Arcadia's Daily Gold and Silver updates here: https://goldandsilverdaily.substack.com/ - To get your very own 'Silver Chopper Ben' statue go to: https://arcadiaeconomics.com/chopper-ben-landing-page/ - Join our free email list to be notified when a new video comes out: click here: https://arcadiaeconomics.com/email-signup/ - Follow Arcadia Economics on twitter at: https://x.com/ArcadiaEconomic - To get your copy of 'The Big Silver Short' (paperback or audio) go to: https://arcadiaeconomics.com/thebigsilvershort/ - Listen to Arcadia Economics on your favorite Podcast platforms: Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/75OH2PpgUpriBA5mYf5kyY Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/arcadia-economics/id1505398976 - #silver #silverprice #gold And remember to get outside and have some fun every once in a while!:) (URL0VD) This video was sponsored by Fortuna Mining, and Arcadia Economics does receive compensation. For our full disclaimer go to: https://arcadiaeconomics.com/disclaimer-fortuna-silver-mines/Subscribe to Arcadia Economics on Soundwise

In this episode, Julian Aldridge (Managing Consultant, EMEAA) joins Laurie Hassell (Senior Consultant, UK) to discuss the complexities of nickel laterite deposits - from geology to geometallurgy and the processing challenges posed by magnesium and free silica. With more than 20 years' experience in resource geology, Julian brings practical insight into how geological variability affects processing decisions, cost, and mine planning. Key Points & Timestamps: 00:34 – What is a nickel laterite deposit? 01:03 – The role of mafic and ultramafic rocks 01:30 – Laterite vs saprolite horizons 02:10 – Why geometallurgy is critical for processing 03:07 – The impact of magnesium and free silica 04:38 – HPAL vs pyrometallurgical processing routes 05:35 – How free silica dilutes grade and increases OPEX 06:30 – The importance of early-stage planning and blending Have a question or want to get in touch? Contact us: contact@snowdenoptiro.com Explore more: https://snowdenoptiro.com/

John Miniotis, President and CEO of AbraSilver Resource Corp (TSX: ABRA) (OTCQX: ABBRF), joined us to review the new expanded Mineral Resource Estimate, development work building towards the Definitive Feasibility Study, and the ongoing 20,000 meter Phase 5 drill program at their wholly-owned Diablillos property in Salta Province, Argentina.    The updated MRE now totals 104 million tonnes ("Mt") of ore, containing approximately 199 million ounces ("Moz") of silver and 1.72 Moz of gold (350 Moz silver-equivalent "AgEq") in the Measured & Indicated ("M&I") category. This total includes a maiden heap leach Mineral Resource estimate and reflects significant increases across five deposits (Oculto, JAC, Fantasma, Laderas and Sombra) located at Diablillos.   Key Highlights of the Updated MRE (Combined Tank and Heap Leach):   Total M&I Mineral Resources (tank and heap leach) now stand at 104 Mt grading 59 g/t Ag and 0.51 g/t Au, containing 199 Moz Ag and 1.72 Moz Au (350 Moz AgEq). Tank leach Mineral Resource estimate totals 73 Mt grading 79 g/t Ag and 0.66 g/t Au, containing 186 Moz Ag and 1.55 Moz Au (327 Moz AgEq). Maiden heap leach MRE adds 31 Mt grading 13 g/t Ag and 0.16 g/t Au, containing 13 Moz Ag and 162 koz Au (23 Moz AgEq). Based on lower-grade material contained with the constraining Whittle open pit, previously classified as waste, now recognized as potentially recoverable though a low-cost processing route.   Key Changes Compared to Prior MRE (Tank Leach Only):   25% increase in contained silver in M&I Mineral Resources to 186 Moz Ag from 148 Moz Ag. 14% increase in contained gold in M&I Mineral Resources to 1.55 Moz Au from 1.36Moz Au. 27% increase in M&I silver-equivalent ounces to 327 Moz AgEq from 258 Moz AgEq.   With three drill rigs now active across the broader Diablillos land package, and the potential to add a fourth rig in the future, the Company is entering another exciting new phase of exploration growth. In addition, the Company is doing all the derisking work programs in parallel with exploration for their ongoing Definitive Feasibility Study due out in early 2026, which will be followed by a PEA on the heap-leach economics, and another updated to the mineral resource once all the Phase V data is incorporated into that study.   If you have any follow up questions for John regarding at AbraSilver, then please email us at Fleck@kereport.com or Shad@kereport.com.   In full disclosure, Shad is a shareholder of AbraSilver at the time of this recording.   Click here to visit the AbraSilver website and read over the most recent news releases.

Electrifying Open Pits: The Challenges and Opportunities of Going Battery-Powered In this episode of Fresh Thinking by Snowden Optiro, Sarah de Vries (Principal Consultant) is joined by Paul Lucey, Director at Project 412, to discuss the state of play for electrification in open pit haulage. With a background spanning autonomy, AI, and future mining systems, Paul brings a clear-eyed perspective to the evolving technology landscape - from ultraclass battery-electric trucks and hybrids, to the infrastructure hurdles that come with ditching diesel. Episode Highlights:  0:04 – Introduction: Meet Sarah de Vries and Paul Lucey 0:45 – Battery-electric trucks: Are they ready for open pit mining? 1:29 – The real challenge: Charging infrastructure, not the trucks 3:00 – Why supporting infrastructure costs more than the trucks themselves 4:01 – What's happening with battery chemistries (LTO, LFP, NMC)? 4:22 – Can dynamic charging replace traditional trolley assist? 5:17 – Why relocatable charging systems might be the future 5:46 – Are diesel-electric hybrids a smarter near-term solution? 7:06 – Why 2027 is a critical milestone for implementation 8:11 – Why underground is ahead — and what's holding open pits back 8:47 – Smart fleet management: the low-hanging fruit for emissions cuts 9:44 – Adding AI to your trucks: 7–15% efficiency gains 10:06 – Closing thoughts Whether you're planning decarbonisation strategies, watching battery tech evolve, or just want to know where things really stand - this episode is packed with practical insight. Contact: If you would like to contact either Sarah or Paul: contact(at)snowdenoptiro.com More info: https://snowdenoptiro.com You can find our Fresh Thinking by Snowden Optiro podcasts on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts and most other podcast platforms.

SummaryIn this episode, Loye and Fola discuss a recent allegation by a police commissioner in South Africa that top ANC officials are involved in a criminal syndicate; the state of democracy across the continent; and Nigeria's macroeconomic successes that fail to trickle down to the everyday citizen.Time stamps1:48 Mkhwanazi takes on the ANC12:48 Democratic backsliding on the continent21:24 Tinubu's economic reforms35:45 What in the worldhttps://www.instagram.com/thebrief.xyz/

With the gold price on the rise in recent years, one ASX listed company is continuing exploration for the metal.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Shively, CEO of Pebble Partnership, and operator of the Alaska Pebble Mine Project. With a focus on Energy Dominance.John Shively joins the Energy Impacts Podcast to talk about the decades-long effort to permit the Pebble Mine in Alaska. He shares insights on the mine's massive copper and mineral potential, environmental concerns around Bristol Bay's salmon fishery, and how federal permitting delays and reliance on foreign processing especially from China impact U.S. energy security. Shively also discusses what makes Alaska so uniquely valuable and why permitting reform is key to unlocking its resources.Highlights of the Podcast00:01 - Intro and Background03:10 - Why Pebble Mine Matters05:57 - Mineral Resources at Pebble09:14 - China's Grip on Mineral Processing14:08 - Environmental Concerns and Salmon19:12 - Permitting, Courts, and Political Barriers25:23 - Alaska's Potential or Decline28:26 - Closing Thoughts

Tom Zaunmayr speaks to Justin Fris about the state of Mineral Resources, as part of the Resources feature. Plus: Nedlands commissioners appointed; Chevron's decommissioning bill; and a car wash sale.

In this episode of Fresh Thinking by Snowden Optiro, host Tarrant Elkington (Snowden Optiro General Manager) chats with Pedro Ladiera (Senior Consultant Mining) about one of mine planning's most critical (and misunderstood) decisions - the final pit. They explore the technical and economic logic behind pit optimisation, from the use of Lerchs-Grossmann and Pseudoflow algorithms to the importance of discounting by depth, and why your first five years of mining might matter more than the final pit itself. Pedro also introduces Direct Block Scheduling as a powerful alternative for blending and sequencing - and they both reflect on how sensitive infrastructure placement is to assumptions that may change over time. Key Points & Timestamps: 0:16 – What is a final pit, and why does it matter? 2:00 – The role of the final pit in mine design, scheduling, and infrastructure layout 3:09 – Pit optimisation methods: Lerchs-Grossmann & Pseudoflow algorithms 5:30 – Revenue factors and nested pit shells explained 6:38 – Why the “optimal” shell may not maximise NPV 9:01 – Using depth discounting to choose better shells 10:01 – Introduction to Direct Block Scheduling 13:45 – Infrastructure regret: what happens when pits grow beyond expectation 15:00 – Why several pit options may yield similar value — and how that shapes decision-making 16:42 – Final pit vs. starter pit: where planners should really focus 17:54 – When to lean toward revenue factor 1, and when to consider strategic alternatives You can find our Fresh Thinking by Snowden Optiro podcasts on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts and most other podcast platforms.

The North Dakota Oil and Gas Division's July 2025 Director's Cut featuring May 2025 production information and market updates from Nathan Anderson, Director of the Department of Mineral Resources, and Justin Kringstad, the Executive Director of the North Dakota Pipeline Authority

Mark Pownall and Sam Jones take a look at the news of the week, including the latest rates decision, Mineral Resources, Nedlands council, Saracen's Gnarabup development and BHP's fair work decision.

Today we were delighted to welcome Jack Belcher and Sarah Venuto of Cornerstone Government Affairs, along with Brook Papau, CEO of Orennia, for a discussion focused on the energy implications of the One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB). Jack, a Principal at Cornerstone, has over 30 years of experience in energy and energy policy, having previously served as Manager of Regulatory Affairs and Policy at Shell and Staff Director for the U.S. House Subcommittee on Energy and Mineral Resources. Sarah, Principal and Counsel, joined Cornerstone in 2023 following roles as Director of the Office of External Affairs at the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, Senior Advisor and Chief Counsel to Senator Joe Manchin, and Democratic Staff Director for the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee. Brook founded Orennia in 2021 and previously served as Managing Director at RS Energy Group (now Enverus). Between Jack, Sarah, and Brook, we had a wealth of insight and expertise that fueled a thoughtful and detailed conversation. In our discussion, we explore the implications of the OBBB for U.S. energy policy, including a shift in emphasis toward fossil fuels (particularly natural gas), along with a renewed focus on reliability and dispatchability. Jack shares his perspective on the “winners” (oil and gas, nuclear, geothermal, and hydrogen) and “losers” (wind and solar), major changes to clean energy tax credits, and the pullback of unobligated funds from federal agencies reclaiming money originally authorized under the IRA. We discuss the introduction of Foreign Entity of Concern (FEOC) restrictions across tax credits, intended to accelerate the reshoring of critical supply chains, and how the current energy tax credit framework increasingly aligns with Trump Administration energy priorities. Brook shares implications for the U.S. grid and power mix, including anticipated delayed retirements of natural gas facilities, a near-term rush to install solar, wind, and storage while tax credits remain in place, severe supply chain constraints for new thermal generation, and growing post-2028 uncertainty as AI-driven demand growth threatens to outpace renewable power additions for the first time. Sarah describes the evolving U.S. energy policy landscape, with regulatory loosening across federal agencies, reduced enforcement capacity due to staffing cuts, and a return to traditional energy provisions, including reinstated onshore and offshore lease sales, lowered royalty rates, renewed support for drilling in Alaska, and accelerated tax treatment for intangible drilling costs. We examine the continued bipartisan support for nuclear, growing cross-party momentum for reshoring advanced manufacturing and critical supply chains, the inflation implications of phasing out tax credits, the partial permitting reforms included in the bill, the importance of codifying reforms into law to avoid policy reversals, early industry reaction to the bill, and much more. As mentioned, a few slides from Orennia's latest report on the OBBB are linked here. It was an engaging and insightful conversation, and we greatly appreciate Jack, Sarah, and Brook for sharing their perspectives. Mike Bradley opened the conversation by highlighting broader equity market performance, recent OPEC+ developments, and President Trump's surprising proposal to implement a copper import tariff. On the broader equity market front, markets have mostly moved sideways this week after posting all-time highs last week on passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill. Trumpatility is beginning to resurface ahead of President Trump's July 9th tariff deadline. Upcoming CPI and PPI reports, due next week, could significantly influence whether the Fed moves to cut interest rates at the July 30th FOMC Meeting. Additionally, Q2 reporting begins

US rates could be cut sooner than expected, depending on results out of the Non-Farm Payrolls this week. MARKET WRAP: ASX200: down 0.02%, 8595 GOLD: $3,356 US/ounce BITCOIN: $166,513 AUD Pro Medicus climbed 7.8% to $307.39 after announcing two contracts in the United States worth more than $200 million in total. BHP jumped 5.6%, Mineral Resources closed 7.8% higher, with Fortescue & Rio Tinto up 1.8%. Up more than 1% was Wisetech Global, James Hardie and Bluescope Steel. G8 fell 7.4% for its third day of losses in a row after one of its former employees was charged with offences related to the alleged abuse of children. Commbank down 2.2%, NAB off 1.1%, and Westpac down 0.7%. ANZ escaped the losses, up half a percent. JB Hi-Fi down 3%, Harvey Norman off 1.5%, and Myer losing 1.6%. CURRENCY UPDATE: AUD/USD: 64.8 US cents AUD/GBP: 48.1 pence AUD/EUR: 55 Euro cents AUD/JPY: 94 yen AUD/NZD: 1.08 Dollars See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Human rights groups say a US-backed peace deal between Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo fails to hold any parties accountable for fighting that has left thousands dead. President Donald Trump touts the deal as a way to access mineral resources. Josey Mahachi speaks with political commentator Gonza Mugi and Gasominari Jean Baptiste, a Congolese lawyer living in Rwanda as a refugee.

Justin Fris and Jack McGinn discuss Rio Tinto's $3.1bn Western Range iron ore mine and a commodity pricing agency's bold change to its reporting metrics. Plus: State govt buys Frasers Suites for $105m; Mineral Resources opens Onslow Iron's glitzy Pilbara FIFO camp; Woolworths to build $28m supermarket in East Victoria Park.

David Gower, CEO and Chairman of Emerita Resources (TSX.V: EMO) (OTCQB: EMOTF), joins me to outline the key metrics and takeaways from the technical report on the updated Mineral Resource Estimate, along with improved gold recoveries from recent metallurgical testing at the wholly owned polymetallic Iberian West Project (IBW), located in southern Spain. We also get another update on the legal proceedings at the Aznalcóllar Project later in the conversation.   The Mineral Resource Estimate is based on 105,554 meters of drilling by the Company comprising 299 drill holes and is hosted in three volcanogenic massive sulphide deposits on the project; La Romanera (LR), La Infanta (LI), and the more recently delineated El Cura (EC) deposit (LR=169 holes totaling 70,344m; LI=91 holes totaling 20,975m; EC=39 holes totaling 14,235m). All three deposits remain open for further expansion by future drilling.   The IBW project is now reporting:   A Total Indicated MRE of 18.96 million tonnes grading 2.88% zinc, 1.42% lead, 0.5% copper, 66 g/t silver, and 1.28 g/t gold (8.44% ZnEq or 3.01% CuEq); A Total Inferred MRE of 6.80 million tonnes grading 3.25% zinc 1.50% lead, 0.73% copper, 56.3 g/t silver, and 0.77 g/t gold (8.72% ZnEq or 3.00% CuEq); The updated Mineral Resource Estimate achieves numerous improvements when compared to the previous May 23, 2023 MRE, which include a +35% increase in Total Indicated MRE tonnage and a +44% increase in Total Inferred MRE tonnage; There was also an increased gold metal content within the Total Indicated MRE from 629 Koz to 783 Koz, which is an increase of +154 Koz (+24%) with an increase in contained gold within the Total Inferred Resource from 137 Koz to 168 Koz or an increase of +31 Koz (+23%) gold, respectively;   Then on May 27th the Company announced that the CLEVR Process™ optimization for the La Romanera deposit is a post-flotation stage of metallurgical recovery that is being conducted at DUNDEE Sustainable Technologies' laboratories. A total of 18 optimization tests of the thermal treatment process (pyrolysis and thermal oxidation) were performed during this recent stage of testing.  The latest CLEVR Process™ results indicate an improved gold recovery of 81.5% for a 27% improvement relative to previously reported results (17% increase in gold recovery). This represents an important upgrade relative to the 64.1% gold recovery that was used for its most recent NI 43-101 Mineral Resource Estimate (“MRE”) based on the available results at the time of estimation (see news release March 17, 2025).   El Cura is still being drilled with 4 rigs, and is located in between La Infanta and La Romanera, but more closely resembles La Romanera metallurgically, returning higher gold values along with the base metals. David walks us through how each of these 3 deposit areas plays into the larger development strategy, where the earlier stage mining decline at La Romanera can now drift through El Cura on the way to the development of La Infanta, bringing in El Cura in as a future economic driver much earlier in the mining sequence.  We discuss all the derisking work going on in the background building toward the Pre-Feasibility Study (PFS) later this year, as well as an update on the environmental permits anticipated to come in over the next couple months.   We wrap up with David sharing a bit more from the comments the Company made on June 2nd with respect to the announcement made on May 30, 2025 by the Minister of Energy and Mines of Andalucia, Mr. Jorge Paradela, that the Junta de Andalucia, through his ministry, has granted the exploitation license to Minera Los Frailes (“MLF”) to develop the Aznalcollar project.   Spanish independent legal counsel of Emerita has reassured the Company that this announcement will have no bearing on the outcome of the ongoing criminal trial related to the awarding of the Aznalcollar Public Tender.  We get another update on where things are at in the process within the courts, with the sentencing portion of the legal proceedings having commenced back on March 3rd.  The company is still awaiting further clarity on whether Emerita Resources will be awarded the high-grade polymetallic Aznalcóllar Project later this year, as the only other qualified bidder at the time.   If you have any follow up questions for David regarding Emerita Resources, then email those in to me at  Shad@kereport.com.   Click here to follow the latest news from Emerita Resources

The lithium sector finally received some good news, but could this be the start of something bigger for the stagnating metal? MARKET WRAP: ASX200: down 0.03%, 8538 GOLD: $3,397 US/ounce BITCOIN: $160,926 AUD Lithium miners were up, with Mineral Resources closing 14.8% higher, Pilbara gaining 12.5% and IGO rising 9.6%. Lynas Rare Earths rose 12.5% after China implemented controls on rare earth minerals. Commonwealth closing 0.1% despite some profit-taking in the session. Fortescue, Seven Group Holdings, and James Hardie were all up over 1%. Regis Healthcare down 4.5% to $7.61 Brent crude oil fell back below $65 US a barrel, sending Woodside down 0.4% and Santos down 0.8%. Falling by over 1% were CSL, QBE and Computershare. CURRENCY UPDATE: AUD/USD: 65.0 US cents AUD/GBP: 48 pence AUD/EUR: 57 Euro cents AUD/JPY: 93 yen AUD/NZD: 1.07 Dollars See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

David Baker CFO of Elemental Altus Royalties (TSX.V:ELE) (OTCQX:ELEMF), joins me to review a few different royalty partner project updates, development growth on tap in their portfolio of royalties, his take on the Q1 2025 financials and coming one-off payments, and looking ahead to future acquisitions.   We kick things off with recent announcement by Focus Minerals Limited (ASX: FML) reporting the sale of their Laverton assets in Western Australia, to A$5 billion Australian miner Genesis Minerals Limited (ASX: GMD) for A$250 million. Elemental Altus holds an uncapped 2% gross revenue royalty over a significant portion of the project, and their management team is thrilled to see a senior producer taking over the project which can fast-track it back into production. Genesis Minerals noted in the announcement the clear potential for Laverton to supply open pit and underground ore to their operating 3 Mtpa Laverton mill approximately 30 km away, after conducting more infill and extensional drilling and internal scoping studies.   Next we pivoted over to the recent announcement by Northern Star Resources Limited (ASX: NST) reporting a maiden Mineral Resource and Ore Reserve Estimate at the Hercules Discovery of 916,000 ounces of gold. This Hercules deposit is part of the South Kalgoorlie Operations ("SKO") in Western Australia, where Elemental Altus holds a A$10 per ounce production royalty.  In addition to the royalty, Elemental Altus also has a A$1 million Discovery Bonus over a significant portion of the project, for each new ore body with production and/or Reserves greater than 250,000 ounces of gold, so that will be an added one-off payment.   We also touched upon the recent news from Arizona Sonoran Copper Co. (TSX:ASCU | OTCQX:ASCUF) where it was announced by the Company that they've appointed H&P Advisory Limited as its debt financial advisor for the Cactus Project, a copper cathode development project in Arizona. H&P will work closely with the management team to provide complete and proactive support in all aspects of the project financing process for the Project, acting as the primary interface with lenders.  It is expected that Arizona Sonoran may buy back a part of this royalty in a one-off payment later this year, but Elemental will still have good royalty exposure to this project, and it will supplement the copper payments coming in from their Caserones copper royalty down the road.   Turning to the financial strength of Elemental Altus, Dave highlighted with the roughly $20 million in cash on hand, the expected revenues over $30 million this year, a number of additional incoming $13-$15 million in one-off payments, and the $50 million credit facility on hand, that the company is in a great position to keep reviewing accretive acquisition transactions in the year to come.     If you have any follow up questions for Dave regarding Elemental Altus Royalties, then please email them to me at Shad@kereport.com.   In full disclosure, Shad is a shareholder of Elemental Altus Royalties at the time of this recording, and may choose to buy or sell shares at any time.   Click here to view recent news on the Elemental Altus Royalties website

The trade war between the US and China has threatened to boil over again, just weeks after a truce was declared. MARKET WRAP: ASX200: down 0.24%, 8414 GOLD: $3,289 US/ounce BITCOIN: $162,704 Soul Patts rose 16.4%, and Brickworks gained 27.6% after a $14 billion merger deal was struck. Aluminium companies were scared off by the weekend lift in tariffs by the US, with Alcoa down 4.8%, and South32 dropping 3.6%. BHP lost 1.2%, Fortescue down 2.5% and Rio Tinto off by 1.7%. Mineral Resources fell another 11.8% to $19.58. Bluescope Steel gained 4.4% to $23.75 James Hardie up 1.4% to $35.94 Wisetech, Sigma Healthcare, and Origin Energy were all lower Up by more than 1% was QBE, Coles and Xero CURRENCY UPDATE: AUD/USD: 64.8 US cents AUD/GBP: 47.8 pence AUD/EUR: 56 Euro cents AUD/JPY: 92 yen AUD/NZD: 1.07 Dollars See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The inflation rate came in steady, but it disappointed some investors who were hoping for better signs on rate cuts. MARKET WRAP: ASX200: down 0.13% to 8,396 GOLD: $3,342 US/oz BITCOIN: $169,222 AUD Web Travel Group saw its shares rocket 12.4% to $5.26 Goodman Group lifted 0.9% to $32.96 on its 3rd quarter update. Up over 1% was REA, Pro Medicus and Qantas. The big four banks all slid, with NAB the worst, down 1.1%. Mineral Resources cut its full-year guidance on iron ore, sending shares down 5.5% to $22.45. While Fisher and Paykel Healthcare dropped 4.8% to $32.49, despite revenue climbing over $2 billion for the first time. CURRENCY UPDATE: AUD/USD: 64.5 US cents AUD/GBP: 47.7 pence AUD/EUR: 56 Euro cents AUD/JPY: 92 Japanese yen AUD/NZD: 1.07 NZ dollars See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mark Beyer and Mark Pownall discuss interest rates; the Carillon City redevelopment; leadership changes at Fortescue, Rio and Mineral Resources; projects in the Pilbara; and updates on WA Rich list.

Ivanhoe Mines have shared an updated mineral resource estimate for the Makoko District in the Western Forelands Exploration Project. New drill results from Harfang Exploration, Coppernico Metals, Mako Mining and Amarc Resources. Orezone Gold reported their operational and financial results for the first quarter.This episode of Mining Stock Daily is brought to you by... Vizsla Silver is focused on becoming one of the world's largest single-asset silver producers through the exploration and development of the 100% owned Panuco-Copala silver-gold district in Sinaloa, Mexico. The company consolidated this historic district in 2019 and has now completed over 325,000 meters of drilling. The company has the world's largest, undeveloped high-grade silver resource. Learn more at⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://vizslasilvercorp.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Calibre Mining is a Canadian-listed, Americas focused, growing mid-tier gold producer with a strong pipeline of development and exploration opportunities across Newfoundland & Labrador in Canada, Nevada and Washington in the USA, and Nicaragua. With a strong balance sheet, a proven management team, strong operating cash flow, accretive development projects and district-scale exploration opportunities Calibre will unlock significant value.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.calibremining.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Integra is a growing precious metals producer in the Great Basin of the Western United States. Integra is focused on demonstrating profitability and operational excellence at its principal operating asset, the Florida Canyon Mine, located in Nevada. In addition, Integra is committed to advancing its flagship development-stage heap leach projects: the past producing DeLamar Project located in southwestern Idaho, and the Nevada North Project located in western Nevada. Learn more about the business and their high industry standards over at integraresources.com

Welcome to the daily304 – your window into Wonderful, Almost Heaven, West Virginia.   Today is Friday, May 9, 2025  West Virginia BusinessLink has the scoop on steps for successful startups…a software gift from Rock Flow Dynamics advances engineering education at West Virginia University…and Commercial Metals' new micro mill in West Virginia will be one of the most environmentally friendly steelmaking operations in the world…on today's daily304.   #1 – From WV BUSINESSLINK – Taking the proper steps in the early stages of developing a business plan and your get-to-market strategy are essential in building a strong foundation for your new business endeavor.  Take the time to find out if your idea is viable. Consider who will buy your product or service. Look into the current state of your industry to see if there are new opportunities. Build the competitive edge that your business idea needs to be successful in a contemporary business climate. WV BusinessLink has the scoop on steps for successful startups! Read more: https://wvbusinesslink.com/steps-for-successful-startups/   #2 – From THE INTER-MOUNTAIN – West Virginia University students in geoscience and energy engineering will have access to industry-leading professional software thanks to a $26.8 million gift from Rock Flow Dynamics. The in-kind gift allows students and faculty at the WVU Benjamin M. Statler College of Engineering and Mineral Resources and the WVU Eberly College of Arts and Sciences to use tNavigator, a state-of-the-art reservoir modeling and simulation platform created by Rock Flow Dynamics.   The tNavigator software offers a wide range of advanced innovative tools for geoscience, reservoir and production engineering disciplines. Rock Flow Dynamics personnel hosted a two-day training session on campus last fall to help faculty and students learn how to use the software. Read more: https://www.theintermountain.com/news/communities/2025/04/software-gift-advances-engineering-education/   #3 – From WV DED – Commercial Metals Company is making a significant investment in West Virginia by constructing a state-of-the-art micro mill in Berkeley County. This $450 million facility will produce 500,000 tons of straight-length and spooled rebar annually. CMC chose West Virginia for its strategic location, offering efficient access to major metropolitan markets in the Mid-Atlantic, Northeast, and Midwest regions. Additionally, the state provides a welcoming business climate and a skilled, available labor force, making it an ideal location for CMC's expansion. The new micro mill will be one of the most environmentally friendly steelmaking operations globally, utilizing 100% recycled steel as raw material and electric energy for production. Read more: https://westvirginia.gov/cmc-says-yes-to-west-virginia-building-a-state-of-the-art-steel-mill-in-the-mountain-state/   Find these stories and more at wv.gov/daily304. The daily304 curated news and information is brought to you by the West Virginia Department of Commerce: Sharing the wealth, beauty and opportunity in West Virginia with the world. Follow the daily304 on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @daily304. Or find us online at wv.gov and just click the daily304 logo.  That's all for now. Take care. Be safe. Get outside and enjoy all the opportunity West Virginia has to offer.

Lundin Mining announced Vicuña Corp. completed an initial Mineral Resource estimate for the Filo del Sol sulphide deposit, an update to the Mineral Resource estimate for the Filo del Sol oxide deposit and an update to the Mineral Resource estimate for the Josemaria deposit. New drill results published today from Collective Mining and Galiano Gold. Important corporate updates today from Vizsla Silver, Kingfisher Metals, K2 Gold and Paramount Gold Nevada. This episode of Mining Stock Daily is brought to you by... Vizsla Silver is focused on becoming one of the world's largest single-asset silver producers through the exploration and development of the 100% owned Panuco-Copala silver-gold district in Sinaloa, Mexico. The company consolidated this historic district in 2019 and has now completed over 325,000 meters of drilling. The company has the world's largest, undeveloped high-grade silver resource. Learn more at⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://vizslasilvercorp.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Calibre Mining is a Canadian-listed, Americas focused, growing mid-tier gold producer with a strong pipeline of development and exploration opportunities across Newfoundland & Labrador in Canada, Nevada and Washington in the USA, and Nicaragua. With a strong balance sheet, a proven management team, strong operating cash flow, accretive development projects and district-scale exploration opportunities Calibre will unlock significant value.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.calibremining.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Integra is a growing precious metals producer in the Great Basin of the Western United States. Integra is focused on demonstrating profitability and operational excellence at its principal operating asset, the Florida Canyon Mine, located in Nevada. In addition, Integra is committed to advancing its flagship development-stage heap leach projects: the past producing DeLamar Project located in southwestern Idaho, and the Nevada North Project located in western Nevada. Learn more about the business and their high industry standards over at integraresources.com

AP correspondent Karen Chammas reports on an upcoming mineral resources deal between the U.S. and Ukraine.

In this episode, Loye and Fola discuss the increasing use of "Lawfare" in various countries across the continent as a means for incumbents to retain control in election years.  The conversation then shifts to Africa's response to President Trump and the various deals being cut.  Finally, we explore the potential of mineral resources in Ghana and Nigeria.Time stamps:01:18 Lawfare in Ivory Coast, DRC, Tunisia, and Tanzania16:31 The Art of the Deal: Africa's response to Trump25:14 Minerals in Nigeria and Ghana's GoldBod36:06 What in the World?https://www.instagram.com/thebrief.xyz/

First Majestic Updates Mineral Reserve and Mineral Resource Estimates First Majestic Silver just released their latest mineral reserve and mineral resource estimates. To find out more about the results, click to watch this brief video now! - To read the press release with the full results from First Majestic Silver go to: https://firstmajestic.com/investors/news-releases/first-majestic-announces-2024-mineral-reserve-and-mineral-resource-estimates - Get access to Arcadia's Daily Gold and Silver updates here: https://goldandsilverdaily.substack.com/ - To get your very own 'Silver Chopper Ben' statue go to: https://arcadiaeconomics.com/chopper-ben-landing-page/ - Join our free email list to be notified when a new video comes out: click here: https://arcadiaeconomics.com/email-signup/ - Follow Arcadia Economics on twitter at: https://x.com/ArcadiaEconomic - To get your copy of 'The Big Silver Short' (paperback or audio) go to: https://arcadiaeconomics.com/thebigsilvershort/ - Listen to Arcadia Economics on your favorite Podcast platforms: Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/75OH2PpgUpriBA5mYf5kyY Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/arcadia-economics/id1505398976 - #silver #silverprice #gold And remember to get outside and have some fun every once in a while!:) (URL0VD) This video was sponsored by First Majestic Silver, and Arcadia Economics does receive compensation. For our full disclaimer go to: https://arcadiaeconomics.com/disclaimer-first-majestic-silver/Subscribe to Arcadia Economics on Soundwise

In this compelling discussion, Doug addresses a variety of pressing issues raised by members, notably debunking misconceptions about Trump's view on the EU and the state of global economics. He discusses the formation and evolution of the EU, the printing and exporting of US dollars, the impact of tariffs, and the future of the euro. The conversation also delves into the economic situation in Argentina and the effectiveness of Malay's reforms. Doug shares thoughts on Trump's Mar-a-Lago Accord, potential global economic disruptions, and strategies for financial security. The dialogue covers Trump's stance on NATO and the Russia-Ukraine conflict, the recent election outcome in Uruguay, and the benefits of having dual citizenship. Doug also speculates on the impacts of technological advancements like robots and blockchain in daily life and global economies. Finally, he discusses environmental concerns like water scarcity and clarifies misconceptions about the mineral wealth of Ukraine. 00:00 Introduction and Opening Remarks 00:05 Trump's Comments on the EU 00:37 Historical Context of the EU 01:39 EU's Bureaucracy and Regulations 02:32 Trump's Misconceptions about the EU 03:00 Economic Comparisons: US vs. EU 06:36 Argentina's Economic Situation 08:56 Inflation and Price Changes in Argentina 12:39 Real Estate Opportunities in Argentina 12:58 The Mar-a-Lago Accord and Economic Reset 14:13 Trump's Economic Policies and Predictions 16:28 Gold Prices and Investment Advice 19:09 US Involvement in NATO and Europe 22:19 Uruguay's Political and Economic Landscape 26:44 Goldbacks: A New Form of Currency 27:36 The Future of Money: Gold and Blockchain 28:11 The Value of Physical Gold 29:42 Gold in Zimbabwe: A Personal Anecdote 30:55 Considering a Second Home and Citizenship 32:57 Living in Argentina vs. Uruguay 36:45 The Breakup of Nations and Technocratic Governance 38:09 Technological Advancements and Their Impact 44:44 The Future of Water Supply 47:44 Debunking Myths About Ukraine's Mineral Resources 51:22 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Fortuna Updates Mineral Reserves and Mineral Resources Estimate Fortuna Mining released an updated Mineral Reserve and Mineral Resource estimate this morning, and to find out more about the latest news, here's a brief video recap of the results! - To read the full press release from Fortuna with the results go to: https://fortunamining.com/news/fortuna-reports-updated-mineral-reserves-and-mineral-resources-4/ - Get access to Arcadia's Daily Gold and Silver updates here: https://goldandsilverdaily.substack.com/ - To get your very own 'Silver Chopper Ben' statue go to: https://arcadiaeconomics.com/chopper-ben-landing-page/ - Join our free email list to be notified when a new video comes out: click here: https://arcadiaeconomics.com/email-signup/ - Follow Arcadia Economics on twitter at: https://x.com/ArcadiaEconomic - To get your copy of 'The Big Silver Short' (paperback or audio) go to: https://arcadiaeconomics.com/thebigsilvershort/ - Listen to Arcadia Economics on your favorite Podcast platforms: Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/75OH2PpgUpriBA5mYf5kyY Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/arcadia-economics/id1505398976 - #silver #silverprice #gold And remember to get outside and have some fun every once in a while!:) (URL0VD) This video was sponsored by Fortuna Mining, and Arcadia Economics does receive compensation. For our full disclaimer go to: https://arcadiaeconomics.com/disclaimer-fortuna-silver-mines/Subscribe to Arcadia Economics on Soundwise

Jordan Roy-Byrne: Gold Is Breaking Out Against The Stock Market Gold and silver have been rallying for over a year now. Although with the recent stock market selloff, we're starting to see gold now break out against the stock market too. Which given the concerns about the economy that many precious metals investors hold, has the potential to significantly impact the gold and silver pricing. In today's show Jordan Roy-Byrne of The Daily Gold explains why. And to find out more, click to watch the video now! - To get a FREE copy of Jordan's book 'Gold and Silver: The Greatest Bull Market Has Begun' go to: https://thedailygold.com To read more about the latest Mineral Reserve and Mineral Resource estimate go to: https://fortunamining.com/news/fortuna-reports-updated-mineral-reserves-and-mineral-resources-4/ - To get access to Vince's research in 'Goldfix Premium' go to: https://vblgoldfix.substack.com/ - Get access to Arcadia's Daily Gold and Silver updates here: https://goldandsilverdaily.substack.com/ - To get your very own 'Silver Chopper Ben' statue go to: https://arcadiaeconomics.com/chopper-ben-landing-page/ - Join our free email list to be notified when a new video comes out: click here: https://arcadiaeconomics.com/email-signup/ - Follow Arcadia Economics on twitter at: https://x.com/ArcadiaEconomic - To get your copy of 'The Big Silver Short' (paperback or audio) go to: https://arcadiaeconomics.com/thebigsilvershort/ - Listen to Arcadia Economics on your favorite Podcast platforms: Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/75OH2PpgUpriBA5mYf5kyY Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/arcadia-economics/id1505398976 - #silver #silverprice #gold And remember to get outside and have some fun every once in a while!:) (URL0VD)Subscribe to Arcadia Economics on Soundwise

ClearComm's Ian Wagner steps in with a conversation with Tara Christie, CEO of Banyan Gold, for a comprehensive summary of the company's 2024 drill campaign, results and a look into specific deliverables for this year. The company says the 2024 drill program has increased confidence in the Mineral Resources at AurMac and has demonstrated the potential to grow both the size and gold grade at the AurMac Project. An updated Mineral Resource estimate expected in Q2 of 2025.

Greenland hasn't had this much attention from America since the William Taft Administration. Rhetoric, and even a few congressional proposals, are flying over the prospect of the United States purchasing — or perhaps invading — the autonomous territory of Denmark. Strategic positioning and untapped mineral resources are the main drivers of the argument. The likelihood of such an action appears remote. The Inuit people, who make up the vast majority of the population, are more seriously focused on independence from the colonial power of Denmark and cooperative efforts to reduce the effects of climate change. We'll hear from elected leaders and other Greenland residents about the current political pressures. GUESTS Aaja Chemnitz (Inuk), Member of Danish Parliament representing Greenland Naaja Nathanielsen (Inuk), Minister of Business, Trade, Mineral Resources, Justice, and Gender Equality in the government of Greenland Parnuna Egede Dahl (Inuk), special advisor for Oceans North Kalaallit Nunaat