US mining news
Caterpillar introduces Cat AI Assistant
Caterpillar Inc. has unveiled Cat AI Assistant, an AI-based solution that allows Cat customers to engage with Caterpillar’s equipment and portfolio of digital applications in new, powerful ways.
The new politics of critical minerals
Nitesh Shah, CEO, Metalysis, discusses the latest political trends surrounding critical minerals with a focus on the UK’s critical minerals strategy.
Great Western Mining Corporation PLC provides a tungsten exploration update
Great Western Mining Corporation PLC, a strategic and precious metals exploration and development company, has announced an update on its 100% owned and highly prospective Pine Crow-Defender tungsten prospect in Mineral County, Nevada.
Mining at a turning point: Why 2026 will define the industry’s global standing
The mining industry is transforming as autonomy, clean-tech, and a digital workforce reshape operations. Without modernised permitting and domestic processing, the US risks ceding critical mineral leadership to global competitors.
Mining's New Playbook
Ben Lawrence, Gecko Robotics, USA, evaluates the optimisation of infrastructure health in mining, and considers the importance of speed, smarter CAPEX, and identifying the root cause when tackling issues.
Codelco and Hexagon sign agreement to develop and implement advanced technological solutions in mining
Codelco and Hexagon have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) that sets the foundation for a strategic partnership focused on exploring, developing, validating, and implementing advanced technological solutions throughout the corporation’s operations.
Allonnia raises more than $20 million to accelerate deployment of critical materials biotechnology
Allonnia, the bio-ingenuity company that develops scalable solutions to improve mineral recovery and reduce environmental impact, has announced it has raised more than US$20 million in a Series A extension round.
Enabling Interoperability In Rotary Drilling
Anu Niittynen, Sandvik Mining, USA, details the role of the iLink Data Interface in modern mining systems.
The dual threat facing modern mining
Extreme weather is reshaping mining – driving floods, drought, and costly disruptions. Long-range environmental forecasting offers a path to safer operations, stronger infrastructure, and planning amid a rapidly intensifying water cycle.
Barrick evaluating IPO of its North American Gold Assets
Barrick Mining Corp. has announced that its Board of Directors has unanimously authorised the company’s management team to explore an initial public offering of a subsidiary that will hold its premier North American Gold Assets.