Weekly Nugget
A new use for Pyrite and the latest drilling results
Check out our upcoming Monthly mining roundup and the latest news from around the mining industry!
The Nugget
Podcasts
Beyond the Rocks: The Role of Technology in Mining Operations
Join Emily & Jon Mortensen (IFS) in this special bonus episode of On the Rocks to dig into how technology is revolutionizing the mining industry!
Weekly Nugget
Get to know the next guest of the Monthly Mining Roundup
In this week's Nugget we're digging into the latest social trends, drilling updates, and industry news.
Podcasts
What is happening with gold?! - On the Rocks with Tara Christie
Explore the world of gold prices, mining, and innovation with guest Tara Christie on the latest episode of On the Rocks podcast.
Weekly Nugget
Is electric heavy machinery the future of Mining?
Dig into the latest industry news, and join us on April 30th for the Monthly Mining Roundup!
Press Releases
Prospector and Striveworks Launch OpenMine.AI
Prospector and Striveworks are partnering to launch OpenMine.AI, a central hub for all mining data and AI needs. The joint solution combines...
Weekly Nugget
Catch the webinar about our newest offering!
We're digging into the latest drilling updates, industry news, and trends on social!
Podcasts
How Mining is Saving Kentucky's Bourbon
Explore the innovative collaboration between mining and Kentucky's bourbon industry to enhance quality, safety, and sustainability in spirit...
Weekly Nugget
The latest drilling updates and a new podcast!
In this week's Nugget we're digging into the latest news, trends, and tech reports.
Podcasts
The Power of Storytelling in Mining IR with Ira Gostin
Explore the transformative power of storytelling in mining investor relations and shaping investment decisions with Ira Gostin.
Weekly Nugget
PDAC 2024 Recap
We're digging into our key takeaways from #PDAC2024, the latest industry news, and social trends.
Weekly Nugget
Last Day At PDAC!
In this week's Nugget we've got industry news, the latest technical reports, and how to use Prospector at PDAC!
Podcasts
Revolutionizing Mining with Stochastic Optimization
Discover how stochastic mine optimization is revolutionizing the mining industry, enhancing profitability, and sustainability with KPI Mining experts.
Weekly Nugget
You don't want to miss today's livestream!
Reserve your spot at PDAC's hottest party, and dig into the latest mining industry news and social trends in this weeks Nugget!
Weekly Nugget
Elon Musk Needs Mines and We're Having a Party
Reserve your spot for our chat with "The War Below" author Ernest Scheyder, and get all the latest mining industry news in this week's Nugget!
Weekly Nugget
Critical Mineral News And Upcoming Live Chat
Reserve your spot for our chat with "The War Below" author Ernest Scheyder, and get all the latest mining industry news in this week's Nugget!
Weekly Nugget
The Industry's Best Party Is Coming Up
Headed to PDAC this year? Become a part of the Mining Futurist party today!
Weekly Nugget
Take Your Pick From Our Data Menu
Get the latest mining industry news, trends, and data reports in this week's Nugget!
Weekly Nugget
Learning From 2023 Mining Industry Trends
The mining industry faced unique challenges in 2023, and in 2024 we're looking to see how we can continue to adapt.
Weekly Nugget
Emily King's Thoughts On China's Latest Ban
Happy New Year from the Prospector team! In this week's Nugget we're digging into the latest mining news, social trends, and tech reports.
Weekly Nugget
Make 2024 Data-Informed
Cheers to the New Year! Check out this weeks Nugget to get the latest mining industry news, social updates, and technical reports.
Podcasts
Driving Responsible Mining Practices through Multi-Stakeholder Collaboration
Learn how multi-stakeholder collaboration is driving responsible mining practices and higher standards in the industry in this episode of On the...
Weekly Nugget
Is Uranium Demand Changing?
Catch our end-of-year livestream replay, get the latest mining news and insights, and the latest tech reports!
On Trend
Mining Financing - How embracing technology could change the game
Find out how advanced analytics, AI, and clear communication can attract investors and drive growth in the industry. Don't miss out!
Weekly Nugget
Catch Our End-Of-Year Livestream!
This week's nugget features the latest mining news, data, and social content.
Weekly Nugget
Happy Miners Day!
This week's nugget features the latest mining news, data, and our 2023 wrap up livestream!
On Trend
On the Rocks Celebrates National Miners Day with Special Episode
The On the Rocks Podcast celebrates National Miners Day by featuring voices from the global mining industry. See the Voices of Mining playlist on...
Weekly Nugget
Colombia Webinar And The Latest Nuclear Power Data
Catch up on the latest mining industry news, mining in Colombia, and more!
Podcasts
This Author is Inspiring the Next Generation of Mining Talent
Discover how Ana Gabriela Juarez is inspiring the next generation of mining talent through her children's book and advocacy work.
Weekly Nugget
The Latest Mining Insights From Colombia
In this week's Nugget we're digging into the latest industry news, tech reports, and our insights into mining in Colombia.
Weekly Nugget
Exclusive Mining Insights And Perspectives
This week we're digging into the latest mining news, social trends, and sharing our Mining Futurist Community on LinkedIn!
Podcasts
New Digital Mining Model has Potential to Revolutionize Gold Industry
Discover how digital mining, a revolutionary approach to gold mining using blockchain technology, is set to transform the industry. Tune in for more...
Weekly Nugget
Think Space Mining Is Sci-Fi Fantasy? 🚀
Dig into the latest technical reports, mining industry news, and our thoughts on Space Mining in this weeks Nugget!
On Trend
The Final Frontier: Opportunities & Challenges of Mining in Space
The prospects of space mining are closer than ever before, but challenges remain. Discover the opportunities and obstacles of mining in space and how...
Weekly Nugget
⛰️ It's Mining Conference Season!
In this week's Nugget we dig into the latest industry news, how to use Ai for mining reports, and space mining!
Weekly Nugget
🪨 Emily King's Thoughts On China’s Graphite Export Restrictions
Get the latest on deep sea and space mining, and reserve your spot at our October Monthly Mining Roundup!
On Trend
The Treasure Trove at the Bottom of the Ocean: The Promise & Perils of Deep Sea Mining
Deep sea mining for polymetallic nodules promises metals but raises environmental concerns. Learn the history, geology, pros & cons of mining the...
Human Centered AI
Generative AI and 43-101 Report Analysis
Prospector leverages AI to revolutionize mining data extraction from technical reports with accelerated analysis.
Weekly Nugget
⛏️ The Explorer Nugget
This week we dig into everything junior miners, explorers, and treasure hunters!
Weekly Nugget
⛏️ Do We Have Enough ____ ?
Check out this week's Nugget for the latest challenges the Mining industry faces as we make the transition towards green energy!
Weekly Nugget
🎃 Hello, October!
Welcome to Q4 of 2023! Keep an eye out on Prospector for those Q3 result filings, as well as the last lingering summer drill results!
On Trend
How To Read & Understand Drill Results for Mineral Exploration
Mineral exploration drill results can be almost a foreign language. Dig in with Prospector and special guest Kurt Breede to decipher them!
Podcasts
The Secret to Mineral Discovery? Working Together.
BHP Xplor found that embracing partnership and sharing data with industry competitors enabled significant advancement of mineral exploration projects.
Weekly Nugget
📅 The End Is Near! (Of Q3 That Is)
I’m so excited to be wrapping up Q3 with the Prospector team on this month’s exciting Monthly Mining Roundup, I hope to see you all there!
Weekly Nugget
⛰️ Catching Our Breath From Colorado!
We had a great week at the Precious Metals Summit, and we're looking forward to all the exciting ideas from around the industry!
Podcasts
How BHP Xplor is Disrupting Mineral Exploration with Charlee Johnson
BHP's Xplor program brings an accelerator to mining - providing funding, expertise and connections to exploration startups for ideas and new...
Weekly Nugget
👋 Hello From The Precious Metals Summit!
Our team is in beautiful Beaver Creek, Colorado this week! Stop by our booth, say hi, and see what's new!
Weekly Nugget
🌤️ Wake Me Up When September Ends
Dig into our take on NIMBYism and learn about the BHP Xplor Global Accelerator Program in this weeks Nugget!
Podcasts
From No to Know: Changing NIMBY Attitudes Toward Mining
Experts detail strategies to overcome NIMBYism and gaining support for responsible mining projects through communication, education, and local...
Weekly Nugget
🔎 Searching High And Low
Get the latest mining industry news from space to the deep sea in this weeks Nugget!
Weekly Nugget
You Might Want To Sit Down For This One!
This week, we're digging into new technology and amazing innovation going on in the Mining Industry!
Podcasts
Recruiting in Mining - OTR Rewind
In this OTR Rewind, we are revisiting the episode featuring Lindsey Schultz, and chatting all things mining recruiting! Tune in to the full episode!
Weekly Nugget
Drilling Into The Biggest Headlines This Week 🗞️
Read up on the latest news in mining from around the world... and on the moon! Plus, prepare for a big rise in drill results come September!
Weekly Nugget
In Copper We Trust
Get our thoughts on Ai, the growing importance of copper, and the latest mining industry news in this week's Nugget!
On Trend
More than Just Robots: How AI is Revolutionizing the Mining Industry
Prospector explores the risks, rewards, and future of AI in mining - from optimizing operations to programming robots, AI will transform the industry!
Podcasts
From Silver Thursday to Today - OTR Rewind
In this OTR Rewind, we chat with Jim Culver about the infamous Silver Thursday, and how this led to new market regulations.
Weekly Nugget
The Power Of Artificial Intelligence In Mining 💡
Explore how Artificial Intelligence is transforming the mining industry and improving efficiency, safety, and sustainability.
Weekly Nugget
Mergers, Acquisitions, And Deals - Oh My!
Things are shaking up in the mining industry this summer! Check out this week's nugget for the latest news and insights.
Weekly Nugget
The Robots Are Taking Over! 🤖
Technical reports and drill results are back in The Nugget! Plus, check out news about the impact of AI on the mining industry.
Weekly Nugget
Diving Deep for Critical Minerals
Dive into news and reports about deep-sea mining, including the benefits and drawbacks, plus an analysis from your Prospector team!
Podcasts
OTR Rewind - Mining Startups and Pandemic Operations with Chad Peters
Chad Peters (Ridgeline Minerals) delves into the COVID-19 pandemic, and the challenges and opportunities of starting a company during that time.
Weekly Nugget
Mining Goes Critical
Dig into news from around the world covering critical minerals, including our June Monthly Mining Roundup where we cover this topic & more!
On Trend
What are Critical Minerals?
Unveiling the Power of Critical Minerals! Explore their significance, global demand, and sustainable supply strategies. Learn more with Prospector.
Weekly Nugget
Halfway Mark Of 2023!
Join us on LinkedIn for the Monthly Mining Roundup, where we'll cover news, events, and more from the mining industry for June!
Podcasts
OTR Rewind: On the Rocks with Todd Malan
In this OTR Rewind we revisit the episode featuring Todd Malan to learn about EVs and critical minerals! Be sure to tune in!
Weekly Nugget
Summer Mining Kickoff!
We're welcoming summer with exciting news from around the mining industry and the latest project reports!
Weekly Nugget
Celebrating #IDWIM2023!
International Day of Women in Mining is June 15th. Celebrate with events, statistics, and news covering women and diversity in the mining industry!
Podcasts
Mining and Diversity On the Rocks: Featuring Beatrice Opoku-Asare
Revisit this episode of On the Rocks with us, featuring Beatrice Opoku-Asare! Tune in to learn about work-life balance, diversity and inclusion, and...
Podcasts
OTR Rewind - Geology and Frontier Markets with Daniele Spethmann
On this OTR Rewind, we revisit the Geology & Frontier Markets episode with Daniele Spethmann, President & CEO of Warrior Gold Inc! Tune in!
Weekly Nugget
Welcome To June!
We dug up 5 exciting events in mining this month, including The Canadian Mining Expo and International Day of Women in Mining!
Weekly Nugget
Things are Heating Up!
We're eagerly awaiting what summer has in store! Check out this week's nugget for the latest mining news, insights, and announcements.
Podcasts
Powering a Sustainable Future with Alicia Eastman
In this episode of On the Rocks with Alicia Eastman we explore the exciting world of green hydrogen and renewable energy in the mining industry. Tune...
Weekly Nugget
Pardon Our Mining Puns
We've really struck gold recently with two webinars, some explosive news, and new technical reports for you to prospect!
Weekly Nugget
Unearthing The Latest In Mining
This week we dig into the world of under-appreciated metals and South and Latin American mining projects!
Podcasts
The Forgotten Mines - Uncovering the Importance of Aggregates with Chris Summers
This week on On the Rocks, we sit down with Chris Summers to chat about the basic building blocks of society - aggregates! Be sure to tune in!
Weekly Nugget
Prospecting For Opportunities
As the industry works towards global decarbonization, mining is going to be more important than ever.
Mining 101
Prospecting for your Career - Expert Tips from MRC Recruiting
We are joined by mining industry recruiting expert Lindsey Schultz, who shares her favorite tips to land that perfect position for your next career!
Weekly Nugget
April Showers Bring May Drilling!
As the weather warms up and mines in the Northern Hemisphere kick back into gear, we look into the latest in mining news, insights, and developments.
Podcasts
Insights on Oil and Mineral Based Economies with Zainab Usman
This week on On the Rocks, we chat with Zainab Usman about the similarities and differences in oil and mineral based economies! Be sure to tune in!
Weekly Nugget
The E in ESG
With Earth Day this week, we are digging into the mining industries latest efforts to achieve a greener future!
Weekly Nugget
Terms Defining the Mining Industry in 2023
The mining industry is buzzing with a range of new terms and trends, check out this weeks Nugget to learn more!
Mining 101
Uranium 101 - A Guide to this Powerful Green Energy Fuel
Join the Prospector team in digging into this green energy fuel of the future! Learn all about Uranium and where to find it in our webinar replay!
Podcasts
Splitting Facts from Fiction in Nuclear Energy with James Sykes
Dig into this special release episode of On the Rocks to discover more about nuclear energy and uranium, and it's potential as a green energy fuel!
Podcasts
More Than a Buzzword - Understanding ESG in Mining with Allison Coppel
ESG factors are increasingly important for mining investment decisions, so we dig into what that really means in this episode of OTR with Allison...
Weekly Nugget
Let's Dig Into Uranium
Check out the Prospector Uranium Resources Report, Uranium Webinar, and the latest Uranium news.
Weekly Nugget
How Decarbonization Is Shaping The Mining Industry
The production of critical minerals is at the front of everyones minds, and the race towards decarbonization is becoming more important than ever.
Podcasts
The Game-Changing Potential of Geologic Hydrogen with Doug Wicks
Learn about the potential of geologic hydrogen as a primary energy source in this episode of On the Rocks with Doug Wicks, Program Director at ARPA-E!
Weekly Nugget
Check Out What We've Been up to in Q1
Take a look back on the past 3 months with us, and look forward to Q2!
Weekly Nugget
Still Riding The High From PDAC...
We leaned on ChatGPT this week, and On The Rocks is named a top mining podcast!
Podcasts
Revolutionizing the Diamond Industry with Eira Thomas
This week on OTR, we dig into diamond 101 with Eira Thomas to learn about these gems and how they're different from other mineral commodities!
Weekly Nugget
Highlights From PDAC 2023!
We had a blast at PDAC 2023, and our team came away with valuable insights and some exciting news!
Thought Leadership
Unlocking Potential for Family Offices and Mining Companies
Hear from the great #MiningFuturist panel during the recent PDAC 2023 in Toronto, discussing how family offices and mining companies can work...
Weekly Nugget
Coming to You From PDAC 2023!
If you haven't stoped by the Prospector booth yet, come say hi at #6406N!
Podcasts
From Data Dumping to Compelling Communication with Steve de Jong
This week on OTR, we are joined by Steve de Jong, CEO of VRIFY, to dig into how technology is transforming the way the mining industry tells its...
Weekly Nugget
Let's Get Ready for PDAC!
This week, we dig into how to use Prospector at PDAC to calculate life of mine, track projects, compare companies, and so much more!
Feature Updates
Maximize your Mining Conference Experience
Prospector and VRIFY have teamed up to bring you our best tips and tricks for getting the most out of your mining conference experience!
Weekly Nugget
Tracking Developments and Innovations within the Mining Industry
We dig into the news, developments, and innovations the Prospector team has been following!
Podcasts
OTR Revisited - Mining Financing On the Rocks
We are revisiting guest Miranda Werstiuk in discussing her unique path entering the industry, and making the financing structure of mining projects...
Mining 101
Lithium - The White Gold of Clean Energy
Lithium's use in batteries has propelled it to the forefront of the clean energy revolution. Let's dig deep and learn more about this critical metal!
Weekly Nugget
Mining for a Greener Future
This week, we dig into how the mining industry plays a crucial role in a decarbonized future!
Thought Leadership
FMF23 - Exploring the Path to a Decarbonized Future
A look into the Hydrogen & Green Metals at FMF23! This discussion focused on targets for alternative energy and its challenges of supply chain...
Weekly Nugget
The Power of Technology & AI in the Mining Industry
AI is changing how we complete everyday tasks, and revolutionizing the mining industry as we know it. This week, we dig into how the popular AI...
On Trend
Using Artificial Intelligence for Mining Data
Popular AI platforms are changing the way people research and interact with data. But, there are limitations! Check out how Prospector fills in the...
Podcasts
Understanding Cyanide in Mining with Benedikt Kirchgaessler
This week on OTR, we are joined by Benedikt Kirchgaessler of CyanoGuard to discuss cyanide 101 and the adaption of digital technologies in mining!...
Weekly Nugget
Let’s Talk Lithium
This week we dig into all things lithium, and the potential for it to power a decarbonized future!
Weekly Nugget
From Ore to Online: Using Social Media in Mining
In this week's nugget, we discuss how the mining industry can improve public perception with industry expert Dr. Haydon Mort, along with social media...
Thought Leadership
FMF23 - Improving Perceptions of Mining in Society
Emily King recently moderated a panel at FMF23 discussing the perception of the mining industry in society, and what can be done to improve it!
Podcasts
Tips for Improving Public Perception of the Mining Industry
This week on OTR, we learn a few tips and tricks on how mining companies can leverage social media to start changing public perception! Tune in!
Mining 101
What is Net Present Value (NPV)?
NPV is used to help measure the value of a mining project. Prospector's NPV calculator helps users calculate NPV and make informed investment...
Podcasts
Insights & Investments in Mining with Michael Konnert
On this episode of OTR, we chat with Michael Konnert on key decision points for investing in mining companies and the role of mining in...
Podcasts
Mining & Exploration in Nevada with Ewan Downie
On this week's episode of On the Rocks, we chat with Ewan Downie about Nevada's mining industry and the importance of critical minerals and gold.
Podcasts
Data & Digitization in Mining with Joe Quinn
What is IoT, and what can data and digitization bring to the mining industry? Find out on this week's episode of On the Rocks, featuring Joe Quinn!
Podcasts
OTR Revisited - Mining in the Movies
This week we are revisiting the Mining in the Movies episode of On the Rocks, featuring Tom Albanese! What is your favorite mining movie?
Podcasts
OTR Revisited - Mining Adventures on the Rocks Featuring Phil Hopwood
This week we are traveling back in time and revisiting our very first episode of On the Rocks, featuring Phil Hopwood!
Feature Updates
New Features to Simplify Mining Data
Access source documents with ease and explore our new layout for production and resource & reserves.
Podcasts
Changing the Narrative with Candace MacGibbon
On the Rocks is celebrating 50 episodes! This week join us in a chat with Candace MacGibbon and dig into changing narrative of the mining industry!
New Data Sources and Partnerships (Company News)
Prospector and TMX Datalinx Sign Reseller Agreement for Canadian Market
Prospector is excited to announce the signing of Reseller Agreement with TMX Datalinx to bring easier data access to mining industry and investors.
On Trend
Spooky Stones & Their Uses
It's scary season! Prospector is celebrating by sharing some of our favorite spooky minerals and metals from the team! Which is your favorite?
Podcasts
Commodity Trading 101 with Archie Hunter
What are commodity trading companies, what do they do, and what are their roles in the mining industry? Find out in the latest episode of On the...
Feature Updates
Learn how we make Mining and Metals data simple
Frustrated with your current process of finding essential Mining & Metals data? Learn more about how Prospector has made things simple.
Podcasts
Celebrating World Food Day with CIMMYT
In celebration of World Food Day, Prospector teams up with CIMMYT in a special episode of On the Rocks! Learn about mining's role in agriculture and...
Podcasts
Innovation & Entrepreneurship in Mining with BHP Xplor
This week on On the Rocks we dig into the BHP Xplor program with Sonia Scarselli, and how it might help create innovation in the mining industry.
Infographics
Out of this World Wealth: Top 10 Most Valuable Asteroids
As natural resources continue to be depleted on Earth and space travel technology advances, are people looking to the stars for mining opportunities?
Podcasts
Social Media in Mining with Ryan Sistad
How does public perception effect the mining industry, & how can social media help change that? Join us in a chat with Ryan Sistad this week On the...
Podcasts
Deep Sea Mining & Nodule 101 with Gerard Barron
From science fiction to reality - join us in learning about deep sea mining and the green energy transition with Gerard Barron!
Feature Updates
Using your Prospector Free Trial to its fullest potential
Unleash the power of Prospector in your free trial with this in-depth video tutorial!
Podcasts
Uranium 101 with Alex Michshenko
This episode of On the Rocks features Uranium 101 with Alex Michshenko, Head of US Operations at Kazatomprom Inc. Grab your glass and let's dig in!
Feature Updates
Using Prospector for Investor Relations
Prospector's extensive database and Upgraded Company Pages can help increase transparency and accessibility to the mining industry!
Podcasts
Mining Law & Legal Scandals: Featuring Frank Mariage
Join host Emily King and guest Frank Mariage in a discussion on mining investments, mining law, and the most famous mining scandal in history, Bre-X.
Thought Leadership
UAVs and Digital Mapping for the Mining Industry
On this podcast, Emily King speaks with Jarret Heavenston who was so inspired by landscapes he wanted to build a business around mapping them.
Feature Updates
What is the National Instrument (NI) 43-101?
When you look into mining companies out of interest or for investment, you will come across references to the NI 43-101 technical report, but what is...
Podcasts
Blood Diamonds and Batteries, Using Blockchain for Supply Chains
In this episode, we have Leanne Kemp and Rakalene Condon of Everledger, who work to increase transparency in mineral supply chains using blockchain.
Weekly Nugget
Auto Manufacturers and Miners Flirt for an EV Future Together
The auto industry will rely on the mining industry to provide the lithium, cobalt, nickel, and other materials needed for the batteries powering EVs.
Feature Updates
What is the difference between resources and reserves?
Mining jargon and phrasing can be confusing, especially when it comes to Mineral Resources and Reserves. Here we distinguish the two types.
Thought Leadership
Podcast: Nickel 101 with Lyle Trytten of Giga Metals
On this podcast, Emily King covers nickel 101 with Lyle Trytten of Giga Metals and how does carbon sequestration work in nickel mining.
Feature Updates
How To Find Mining Projects to Fit Your Investing Criteria
Prospector's filters allows you to search mining projects based on exchange, metal, resource estimates, project stage, and more. Check out the video!
On Trend
Stranger Things: Can You Mine the Upside Down?
Netflix’s Stranger Things Season 4 finale is finally here, which has us at Prospector wondering, what if we could mine the Upside Down?
Weekly Nugget
Country Risk: Signs a Jurisdiction is Going South or Going Well
It is difficult to tell how mining investment will do in a country, but there is a concise rubric you could use to assess risk.
Podcasts
Metals for National Security with Marty Weems
In this week's On the Rocks, Emily King speaks with American Rare Earth's President Marty Weems to discuss the global scramble over rare earth...
Feature Updates
How to Use Prospector for PDAC
Prospector recently hosted a demonstration on how to use Prospector for PDAC, with Phil Hopwood, principal of KWR Capital.
Podcasts
On the Rocks Podcast: Marco Roque
Prospector's Head of Content and Marketing Nicholas LePan sat down with the President and CEO of Cassiar Gold Corp., Marco Roque, to discuss gold and...
Thought Leadership
Video: Turning a Tech Investor into a Mining Investor
Renewable technology such as EVs, solar power and batteries increasingly attract investment, but the minerals and metals that build this tech are not.
Weekly Nugget
Resource Revenues: Where Do They Go?
A mineral deposit is finite and so are the taxes governments derive from a project. This infographic takes a look at the choices a government needs...
Podcasts
On the Rocks Podcast: Artisanal Mining Featuring Hugh Brown
Prospector's founder Emily King sat down with Hugh Brown, a best-selling author and photographer, to discuss artisanal miners in the developing world.
Weekly Nugget
Uranium and Energy Security: China’s and Russia’s Nuclear Power Leaves the US Behind
Nuclear fuel conversion is where the U.S. and allied countries still rely on Russia, according to a new paper from Columbia University.
Thought Leadership
System Shock: Russia’s War and Global Food, Energy, and Mineral Supply Chains
In April 2022, the Wilson Center hosted a panel discussion concerning Russia’s war and global food, energy, and mineral supply chains.
Weekly Nugget
Mining Industry Reforms Fail in Chile, But A New Generation Wants Scrutiny
Article 27 would have given the state exclusive mining rights over lithium, rare earth metals, and hydrocarbons and a majority stake in copper mines.
Podcasts
On the Rocks Podcast: Critical Minerals and Mining's Future with Belinda Labatte
Prospector's founder Emily King sat down with the CEO of Lomiko's Metals, Belinda Labatte to discuss the optimistic future for critical minerals.
Weekly Nugget
Tin: The Secret Hi-Tech Metal
Mining companies lost interest in tin decades ago because they believed it reached its peak, but a renewable future is changing the metal's prospects.
Thought Leadership
Women in Mining: Opportunities for Growth
At the Future Minerals Forum 2022, Prospector's founder, Emily King, discussed the possible solutions to increase female participation in mining.
Feature Updates
The Power of Prospector in 3 Videos
Learn how to leverage Prospector to find buried mining information quickly and efficiently.
Weekly Nugget
LME Nickelodeon: Nickel Price Drama Brings LME into Limelight
The London Metals Exchange suspended trading of its nickel contract not over concerns in Russia, but because of a bet went wrong.
Weekly Nugget
Why Congo? Cobalt’s Supply Chain Problem
A chart reveals the supply problem of the mining industry, using cobalt as a dramatic example.
Thought Leadership
Mining Goes Critical: Russia, Ukraine and US Mineral Supply Chains
The Russian invasion of Ukraine is the most dangerous realignment of global supply chains in a generation, one the United States may not be ready...
Weekly Nugget
Supply Shock: What Happens If Russian Metals Go Offline?
Russia is more than oil and gas, it is a major supplier of metals and minerals. What would happen if those supplies were no longer available for sale?
Weekly Nugget
Potash Prices Threaten Global Food Security
The price of potash and fertilizers were already heading towards multi-year highs but Western sanctions threaten global supplies and prices.
Weekly Nugget
Top 10 Gold Takeovers in 2021
For the top 10 deals, over ~95 Moz of gold switched hands in 2021 valued at over $17.5 billion.
Weekly Nugget
Mining’s Carbon Privilege: Research Reveals Carbon Tax Benefit
Carbon taxes may not be a bad word in the mining industry, at least according to a new paper in Nature that reveals the industry’s low carbon...
Thought Leadership
Top 20 Popular Metals and Minerals on Canadian Exchanges
Prospector’s database comprises over 4,900 technical reports tagged by metal(s). Using this data, we can see what metals are on the TSX and TSX...
A Politician's Sound and Fury Over Lithium Deal Signify Nothing
The leader of Canada’s opposition party is demanding a national security review of the Neo Lithium takeover by China’s Zijin Mining.
Infographics
Where in the World Are All the Metals?
The Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX) and the TSX Venture Exchange (TSX-V) are home to 43% of the world’s publicly-listed mining companies.
Weekly Nugget
Chile’s Presidential Election Puts Mining on the Balance
Gabriel Boric, a 35-year old former student leader, became Chile’s next president defeating right-wing opponent Jose Antonio Kast.
Weekly Nugget
IMF Projects $13 Trillion in Revenue Up for Grabs from 4 Key Metals
The International Monetary Fund outlines a net-zero carbon future could generate US$13 trillion in revenue from copper, nickel, lithium, and cobalt.
The Power of Plants, Using Nature to Mine
One South African researcher is looking into the use of hemp to clean the soil around abandoned and polluted gold mining areas. The pollution is the...
Press Releases
Prospector Welcomes Nicholas LePan
Former Natural Resources Editor of Visual Capitalist, as Editor and Head of Content
Weekly Nugget
Ecuador: A New Frontier for Mining?
Recent discoveries and successful mine constructions are changing the fortunes for Ecuador's mining industry and potential investors.
From Waste to Asset: Can Tailings Take Miners To and Beyond Net-Zero?
One month before COP25, some of the world's top miners committed to a goal of net zero direct and indirect carbon emissions by 2050 or sooner.
“Metallurgical Saber-Rattling”: Pentagon and China Battle over Rare Earths
The US is narrowing the gap with China in the race to dominate the battery value chain.
U.S. EV Battery Supply Chain Investment Hits $24 Billion
Bloomberg New Energy Finance (BNEF) ranked the United States second in its 2021projections for the Global Lithium-ion Battery Supply Chain Ranking.
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Buy, Build or Discover? Barrick’s Bristow Cools on Deals
Barrick's Mark Bristow built his reputation on mining deals, but at the recent MINExpo conference in Las Vegas he said his focus is on building new...
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Wall Street Goes Nuclear: Sprott Moves the Uranium Spot Market
The price of uranium is melting up to the highest level since 2015 due in part to Sprott's new fund pushing prices to meme-worthy highs.
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Guinean Coup Spikes Aluminum Prices, But Miners Told to Keep Mining
A military coup in Guinea briefly threatened one of the world's leading suppliers of aluminum, causing prices to spike.
The Battle Continues: Australian Magnate Challenges BHP Bid For Canadian Assets
Earlier this month, Australian miner BHP (NYSE: BHP; LSE: BHP; ASX: BHP) through a subsidiary entered into an agreement to acquire all the...
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A New App for the Mining Industry to Research, Match, And Connect
Prospector Launches Industry-first Mobile App That Allows Investors And Mining Companies to Research, Match, And Connect
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Mining News Roundup Aug. 13, 2021
Australia’s Vital Metals (ASX: VML) increased production from its T-zone starter pit at the Nechalacho rare earths mine in Canada’s Northwest...
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BHP Buys into Ontario Nickel Project with $325M Deal
Australian Miner BHP (NYSE: BHP, LSE: BHP, ASX: BHP) has entered into an agreement to acquire junior mining company Noront Resources Ltd. (TSX-V:...
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Lithium America’s Thacker Gets Green Light, Despite Opposition
A U.S. federal judge has ruled that Lithium Americas (TSX: LAC) may begin excavation work at its Thacker Pass lithium project in Nevada.
Ganfeng Continues Lithium Shopping Spree with $280M Acquisition of Millennial Lithium
China’s Ganfeng Lithium announced on Friday it made an ~US$280-million offer to buy Millennial Lithium (TSX: MLE).
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McEwen Spins Out Argentinian Copper Project, Announces Financing
McEwen Mining (NYSE, TSX: MUX) announced plans to spin out two assets into a new company, McEwen Copper, and plans to raise $80 million.
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GM to Source Lithium from California, Invests in Brine Operation
General Motors announced plans to work with a California-based lithium extraction and geothermal energy company, Controlled Thermal Resources
China Crackdowns on Bitcoin Mining
According to Gerry Shih of the Washington Post, on May 21, economic officials in Beijing vowed to “crack down on bitcoin mining and trading.” This...
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Russian Miner Sets Up Physical Fund for Copper and Nickel
Bloomberg reports that Russian metals company MMC Norilsk Nickel is financing an offering of exchange-traded commodities, nickel and copper.
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Peruvian Presidential Election Weighs Heavy on Local Mining Taxation
Ganfeng Lithium (US: GNENF, SHE: 002460, HKG: 1772), one of the world’s top lithium producers, said on June 11, it would sell around USD$630 million...
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Volkswagen's One Umbrella Battery Strategy
Volkswagen's Chief Technology Officer Thomas Schmall in an interview highlighted its battery ambitions with an investment in US-based QuantumScape.
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Mining News Roundup, May 26 2021
An order sent to miners in the Democratic Republic of Congo on May 26 banned the export of copper and cobalt concentrate.
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Mining News Roundup, May 19 2021
In an analyst note sent to investors on Tuesday, May 18, JPMorgan hinted that institutional investors are going back to gold, as the price of Bitcoin...
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Codelco Spending $40B to Revamp Ageing Copper Operations
Chile’s state miner Codelco is in the midst of a 10-year, $40-billion initiative to upgrade its wide network of aging operations, which suffer rom...
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High Metal Prices Could Hinder Energy Transition: IEA
Increasing metals prices puts profits in miners' pockets, but they risk slowing the energy transition to renewables.
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Fortuna Silver Buys US$884M for Roxgold, West Africa
Fortuna Silver Mines (TSX: FVI, NYSE: FSM) and Roxgold (TSX: ROXG, US-OTC: ROGFF) have agreed to a "business combination" in which Fortuna will spend...
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$4 Billion-Merger Makes Mega Lithium Miner
Orocobre (ASX:ORE, TSX:ORL) and Galaxy Resources (ASX:GXY) entered into a merger agreement where Orocobre will acquire Galaxy.
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Peruvian Election Puts Miners in Crosshairs
The first-round winner of Peru’s presidential election, Pedro Castillo wants to renegotiate mining contracts rather than seize assets, said an...
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RioTinto Strikes Lithium Pay Dirt in California
Rio Tinto (ASX: LON, NYSE: RIO) has started lithium production from waste rock at a test plant located at a borates mine in California.
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BMW Inks $335-Million Lithium Deal
Automaker BMW has officially signed a Eur285 million ($334.4 million) deal with US-based Livent for the supply of lithium directly to BMW's battery...
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Lundin Mining Looking for Discovery Near Fruta Del Norte, Ecuador
Lundin Gold (TSX: LUG) has begun a 9,000-metre exploration drill program.
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“Golden Age of Discovery”: BHP to Open Exploration Office in Toronto, Canada
At the 2021 PDAC conference, keynote speaker Laura Tyler, Chief Technical Officer for BHP, noted that she sees the mineral exploration industry...
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Tesla Secures Nickel Supply and a New Role in Mining
Elon Musk has called nickel Tesla’s “biggest concern.”
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NexGen Secures $150 million for “World-Class” Uranium Deposit, Athabasca, Canada
NexGen Resources (TSX-V: NXE) announced the closing of a financing for CDN$150 million, led by Canaccord Genuity.
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Barrick No Longer Eyeing Neighbor’s Lawn as Copper Prices Improve its own Lot
In an interview with Bloomberg, Bristow revealed that the grass on the other side is expensive and ignores the company’s own copper projects’ green...
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Prospector Launches New Interactive Mexico Target Map
A Powerful Combination of Interactive Geospatial Mapping and AI-Powered Search and Insights Modernizes Research and Investment in Mining
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Mining News Roundup, Feb 10 2021
Ivanhoe Mines (TSX: IVN) plans to conduct a $16-million exploration program on its Western Foreland exploration licenses.