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Gates, Bezos Back Copper Boom
KoBold Metals, with backing from Gates and Bezos, secured $537M in funding to accelerate AI-driven exploration of critical minerals needed for the energy transition. Focused on copper, lithium, and nickel, the company is advancing 60 projects globally, including Zambia’s Dumbwa copper project and its $2B Mingomba flagship operation. Read on »

Why a Tense World is Betting on Gold
Gold’s 35% rise in 2024 outpaced global stock markets and was fueled by central bank buying, geopolitical tensions, and waning trust in fiat currencies. Analysts foresee continued momentum as gold remains a symbol of stability. Read on »

2025 Begins With Extreme Risk to the US Economy and Markets
Entering 2025, the U.S. economy shows signs of fragility with surging credit card debt, rising defaults, and a 13-month contraction in economic activity. Simultaneously, stock markets remain over-leveraged and concentrated in a few companies, amplifying risks. Analysts warn that these dynamics, coupled with persistent high rates, could trigger a systemic crisis. Read on »

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