Critical Minerals Intelligence: Mining, Markets & Innovation

Tracking the companies and projects shaping the future of critical mineral supply.

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Daniel Thomas's column, Critical Minerals Intelligence, delivers in-depth analysis of the rapidly evolving critical minerals and mining innovation landscape. Focusing on companies actively exploring, developing, and financing projects involving lithium, copper, rare earths, and other essential resources, the column goes beyond basic news to contextualize developments within broader geopolitical and energy transition trends.

Daniel provides readers with actionable intelligence on project expansions, technological advancements, and sustainable mining practices, with a particular emphasis on the financial and strategic implications of each development. He examines both successes and challenges faced by companies navigating supply chain hurdles, permitting processes, and evolving investor expectations. This column is designed for investors, industry professionals, and anyone seeking to understand the critical mineral supply chains powering the future of clean energy and technology.

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Critical Minerals Intelligence: Mining, Markets & Innovation 7 days ago

SKA Telescope Deal Fuels Atos' HPC Ambitions, Showcases Data Storage Demands

A new contract to provide computing infrastructure for the Square Kilometre Array Observatory positions Atos as a key player in next-generation science, while highlighting the immense data processing and storage challenges of modern astronomy.

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SKA Telescope Deal Fuels Atos' HPC Ambitions, Showcases Data Storage Demands
Critical Minerals Intelligence: Mining, Markets & Innovation 7 days ago

Nauticus Robotics Navigates Growth Amidst Losses in Expanding Subsea Market

Ocean robotics firm Nauticus Robotics reports Q3 2025 earnings, showcasing revenue gains but continued net losses. Analysts weigh the company's path to profitability in a booming subsea services sector.

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Nauticus Robotics Navigates Growth Amidst Losses in Expanding Subsea Market
Critical Minerals Intelligence: Mining, Markets & Innovation 7 days ago

Thermo Fisher’s Digital Leap: Acquisitions and AI Fuel Growth in Life Sciences

Thermo Fisher Scientific is aggressively expanding its digital footprint through strategic acquisitions and AI integration, solidifying its dominance in the life sciences and clinical research sectors. A deep dive into the company's transformation strategy.

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Thermo Fisher’s Digital Leap: Acquisitions and AI Fuel Growth in Life Sciences
Critical Minerals Intelligence: Mining, Markets & Innovation 7 days ago

AI Investment Surges in Mining: $13 Billion Market on the Horizon

Mining companies are betting big on artificial intelligence, with projected spending reaching $13.1 billion by 2029. This investment is driving a wave of innovation in safety, efficiency, and sustainability across the sector.

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AI Investment Surges in Mining: $13 Billion Market on the Horizon
Critical Minerals Intelligence: Mining, Markets & Innovation 7 days ago

Metaverse Reality Check: Industry Shifts Focus to Practical Applications

New research suggests the metaverse is undergoing a correction, with projections significantly lowered. The focus is shifting away from consumer hype towards enterprise solutions driven by AR, AI, and digital twins.

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Metaverse Reality Check: Industry Shifts Focus to Practical Applications
Critical Minerals Intelligence: Mining, Markets & Innovation 7 days ago

Seeing is Believing: Dynamic Vision Sensors Poised for Explosive Growth

A new report projects the dynamic vision sensor market will nearly double in size by 2032. This technology, offering ultra-low latency and high efficiency, is set to revolutionize automation, robotics, and beyond.

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Seeing is Believing: Dynamic Vision Sensors Poised for Explosive Growth
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