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Robo-Mining Labor: Smarter, Faster, and Stronger
An American startup is developing the world’s most advanced robotic work system, ideal for use in mining.
Diamonds don't shine anymore: prices are falling and market is declining
Lab-grown stones and fewer weddings are holding back the diamond market. The good news is that prices are more affordable.
Elon Musk Proposes to Control Fort Knox's Gold Reserves
According to Elon Musk , head of the Trump administration's Department of Government Effectiveness ( DOGE ) , the American (and other countries') gold reserves stored at Fort Knox should be audited. The last audit of Fort Knox 's reserves occurred in 1953, although a partial audit was conducted in 1974.
The elephant in the room: america's public debt
Why is no one talking about the enormous American public debt? And yet it is a crucial issue for the future of the American and global economy…
Tesla sales slump: why is the electric giant in decline?
Tesla’s 2024 deliveries fell by double digits as evidence mounts that Elon Musk’s public actions have deterred potential buyers.
Storing gold abroad: how, where and what precautions to take
In its simplest form, owning gold offshore involves purchasing gold abroad and storing it in a secure facility outside your home country. However, there are many factors to consider…
Trump wants Ukraine's rare earths, but 70% already under russian control
Ukraine has now lost most of its rare earths. Almost all deposits are no longer located in the territories controlled by Kiev.
Colombia: Cocaine production hits new all-time high
Coca cultivation and cocaine production are fueled by a complex interplay of factors, including demand, profitability and the involvement of armed groups.
Russia races to seize Ukraine's mineral riches ahead of ceasefire
As Russia continues to advance to control Ukraine's mineral resources, Western politicians delude themselves that there is enough left to repay the country's enormous debt. Read more... (in italian)
Gold for weapons: the brutal war in Sudan that nobody cares about
Arms manufacturers from the United Arab Emirates, Turkey and Russia are profiting heavily from the bloody conflict in Sudan. Read more... (in italian)
International conflicts over water, which could lead to war
Water is becoming an increasingly present theme in the strategic thinking of many important countries in the world. In the era of climate change, shared management of water resources would be essential for regional and global stability . Read more (in italian)…
What are the rare metals and why are so important?
Rare metals have come to the attention of the public with the advent of the new century and with the development of the latest technologies. To understand what they are and how important they are in our lives listen to this Podcast. Read more (in italian)…
Russia Controls Ukrainian Lithium. A Big Blow to EU's Energy Future
The Russians have seized two of Ukraine’s four lithium deposits, jeopardizing Europe’s access to essential green energy raw materials. Read more (in italian)
Alcoa shares plunge, but signs of recovery
Alcoa stock has fallen dramatically in value over the past few years. Analysts believe the stock is undervalued by 25%.
A mountain of unsold diamonds. De Beers stocks at warning levels
De Beers finds itself with record-high diamond inventories. According to the Financial Times, weak demand and competition from synthetic diamonds are jeopardizing the company's future. HERE ARTICLE FOR MORE DETAILS (in italian)
The race for Syria's oil and gas
The removal of Bashar al-Assad has reignited Western and Eastern plans to control Syria’s oil and gas resources. HERE ARTICLE FOR MORE DETAILS (in italian)