Real-time slurry analysis boosts concentrator efficiency, maximizing valuable mineral recovery while reducing operational expenses and environmental impact.
As of January 2026, the mining industry has moved beyond tentative experimentation with digital tools. Over the last 12 months, artificial intelligence (AI) has transitioned from a niche luxury for Tier-1 miners to a foundational operational requirement across the global sector.
By Abdul Ahad Nazakat
16 Jan 2026
As demand for battery-grade metals rises, mining exploration is adapting by using AI and automation, ensuring responsible resource management and ESG compliance.
Mercuria has finalized a $1.2 billion prepayment facility with Kazakhmys, the largest copper producer in Kazakhstan. This deal is one of the largest metals prepayment agreements recorded in recent years.
By Abdul Ahad Nazakat
15 Jan 2026
Loss of forest cover severely threatens biodiversity and disrupts vital ecosystems. In response, scientists and governments worldwide have developed strategies to mitigate the impact of mining on forests.
By Dr. Priyom Bose
8 Jan 2026
The mining industry’s 2025 story was one of delivery, not hype. Speculation around battery metals gave way to operational reality as companies tackled the technical backbone of the energy transition — expanding lithium extraction, confronting copper bottlenecks, and negotiating the uncertain future of deep-sea mining.
By Abdul Ahad Nazakat
6 Jan 2026
Recent research indicates that water density, rather than simple volume, determines the environmental impact of lithium mining operations.
By Abdul Ahad Nazakat
30 Dec 2025
As primary ore grades decline and new mining projects face long permitting delays, the sector is re-evaluating legacy mine tailings as potential secondary resources.
By Abdul Ahad Nazakat
23 Dec 2025
Industrial mining's future hinges on effective tailings management to mitigate environmental risks and enhance resource efficiency amid rising commodity demand.
This article explores the forces redefining the value, desirability, and future trajectory of natural diamonds in a rapidly changing global market.
By Samudrapom Dam
19 Dec 2025