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FridaySep 19, 2025 10:00 am

How Data Centers, AI are Driving Copper Demand in America

Copper is a critical metal for modern infrastructure, playing a central role in electricity transmission, renewable energy systems, and emerging technologies. Its superior conductivity makes it essential for wiring in electric vehicles, solar panels, wind turbines, and now increasingly in data centers that power artificial intelligence. With the global push toward clean energy and digital expansion, demand for copper is projected to grow rapidly in both the near and long term. A report published by the National Mining Association projects that the red metal’s consumption will rise by over 110% by 2050, with energy demand in America set to increase…

ThursdaySep 18, 2025 10:30 am

PowerBank Corporation (NASDAQ: SUUN) (Cboe CA: SUNN) (FSE: GY2) Advances Community Solar Projects in Skaneateles, New York

PowerBank Corporation has secured all required municipal approvals for two 14.4 MW solar projects in the community of Skaneateles in upstate New York. The projects will be built on industrial brownfield sites in Onondaga County, repurposing unused land, with the projects supporting New York’s Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act goal of 6 GW of solar capacity by 2025. The company is now awaiting approval from the New York Department of Environmental Conservation and intends to begin construction if approval and financing are received. Once operational, the projects will provide clean energy to the grid, with subscribers earning credits on…

ThursdaySep 18, 2025 10:00 am

Despite Trailing Silver and Platinum, Gold Remains the Leading Monetary Asset

The last few days have seen the prices of silver and platinum rise, significantly outperforming gold. Silver futures rose past $42 per ounce, hitting a new decade high. The metal has seen its prices climb by over 45% since the year begun. Platinum futures also wrapped up the week at $1,400 an ounce and while prices have dropped from their July peaks, the metal continues to trade near an 11-year high and show an increase of over 54% thus far into the year. A huge chunk of the metal’s advances has occurred in recent months as investors shift along the…

ThursdaySep 18, 2025 8:45 am

Confidence in LaFleur Minerals Inc. (CSE: LFLR) (OTCQB: LFLRF) Builds with Completion of Private Placement Funding

Canadian gold explorer and near-term producer LaFleur Minerals recently completed a fully subscribed non-brokered private placement funding for gross proceeds of C$2.88 million, with additional offerings expected to be completed soon The company’s capital raises are designed to help it restart its fully permitted Beacon Gold Mill as well as advance exploration and drilling efforts in the heart of the renowned Abitibi Greenstone Belt at its district-scale Swanson Gold Project LaFleur anticipates its fully owned Beacon Gold Mill will deliver near-term revenues from processing mineralized material from neighboring gold deposits and potentially producing material sourced from its Swanson Gold Deposit…

TuesdaySep 16, 2025 10:00 am

Gold Climbs as Markets Await Fed Meeting Outcome

As expectations that the Central Bank will lower rates of interest continue to grow, the price of gold continues to surge, boosted by inflows into ETFs backed by gold. Data shows that collectively, about 17 metric tons of gold have been added to bullion-backed ETF holdings in the last week, underscoring resilient investor demand. The precious metal saw its price rise by roughly 1.7% to hit $3650 an ounce last week. This movement is largely explained by gold’s tendency to appreciate in environments where interest rates are lower or expected to decline. The rally in precious metals isn’t limited to…

MondaySep 15, 2025 11:15 am

Trilogy Metals Inc. (NYSE American: TMQ) (TSX: TMQ) at the Crossroads of National Security and Critical Mineral Supply

Historic Alaska visit by the U.S. House Committee on Natural Resources underscores bipartisan recognition of the state’s strategic mineral potential amid China’s export restrictions Alaska Senator Murkowski’s push for domestic critical mineral production aligns with Trilogy’s Upper Kobuk Mineral Projects containing copper, zinc, cobalt, and other national security materials Pentagon interest in Alaska antimony projects highlights how geopolitical tensions are reshaping federal support for mineral development The intersection of national security and mineral supply chains has reached a turning point. China’s export restrictions to the U.S. on critical minerals like gallium, germanium, antimony, and graphite, combined with its dominance in…

MondaySep 15, 2025 9:45 am

Lahontan Gold Corp. (TSX.V: LG) (OTCQB: LGCXF) Increases Santa Fe Holdings with Regulatory Approval, Impressive Phase One Drill Results

Lahontan Gold Corp finalizes exploration plan for Santa Fe Operations, a significant milestone that qualifies the company for the National Environmental Policy Act (“NEPA”) assessment, a crucial step in ensuring environmentally responsible mining practices. LGC's first phase 2025 drilling sets the tone for operational expansion with gold intercepts at York and a stacked zone of oxide gold mineralization at Slab Zone. These updates highlight the company’s broader mission: To explore and exploit its mineral reserve in Nevada, maximizing the production potential of the Santa Fe Mine while optimizing shareholder investments. This mission is underpinned by our commitment to sustainable and…

MondaySep 15, 2025 9:45 am

West Vault Mining Inc. (TSX.V: WVM) (OTCQX: WVMDF) Is ‘One to Watch’

West Vault owns 100% of the fully permitted Hasbrouck Gold Project in Nevada, offering immediate construction readiness in a world-class jurisdiction. The project demonstrates compelling “base case” economics, including a 51% after-tax IRR and US$206 million NPV at $1,790 gold, based on a 2023 Pre-feasibility Study. Proven and Probable Mineral Reserve of 753,000 oz in 44.02 million tons at a grade of 0.017 oz Au/ton. Large land package with multiple exploration targets. With an efficient corporate structure and a burn rate of approximately US$1 million per year, the company can maintain low-cost optionality. Management and insiders hold significant equity, aligning…

FridaySep 12, 2025 3:30 pm

Lahontan Gold Corp. (TSX.V: LG) (OTCQB: LGCXF): Building Value Through Nevada’s Walker Lane

Four-property portfolio in Nevada’s Walker Lane anchored by the Santa Fe Mine project with over 2 million ounces of gold equivalent resources Past production at Santa Fe included 359,202 ounces of gold and 702,067 ounces of silver from open pit, heap-leach operations between 1988 and 1995 Development strategy leverages existing infrastructure and favorable jurisdiction to advance toward target production in 2027 A New Era for U.S. Gold Development Gold’s role as a financial haven has grown as global markets navigate persistent inflation, geopolitical instability, and central bank accumulation. Prices remain elevated, but the supply side tells a different story: U.S.…

FridaySep 12, 2025 3:00 pm

New Pacific Metals Corp. (NYSE American: NEWP) (TSX: NUAG) Looks Forward to Bolivia Presidential Runoff, Hoping for Increased Foreign Investment Support

Bolivia heads into an October presidential runoff, signaling a possible shift toward more pro-business policies, with the end of MAS’s political dominance hopefully reducing barriers to foreign investment, including in the mining sector. Bolivia has the world’s largest lithium reserves and is the fourth-largest silver producer, yet much of the country’s mineral-rich territory remains unexplored due to languid government support. New Pacific Metals owns two of the world’s largest undeveloped silver projects: Silver Sand and Carangas. Rising global silver demand, particularly from the solar industry, adds urgency to new project development. Running a mining company in Bolivia has long meant…

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