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nationaltoday. com > us > tx > round-top-tx > news > 04/11/2026 > texas-rare-earth-project-aims-to-break-chinas-monopoly

Texas Rare-Earth Project Aims to Break China's Monopoly - Round Top Today

9+ hour, 42+ min ago  (159+ words) The ambitious Round Top project in West Texas could reshape global rare-earth supply chains and strengthen US national security. Apr. 11, 2026 at 7: 06pm Texas Land Commissioner, who noted that the Round Top deposit is "heavy in the heavies" - the most critical rare-earth…...

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nationaltoday. com > us > il > chicago > news > 04/12/2026 > bhutan-unwinds-sovereign-bitcoin-mining-operation

Bhutan Unwinds Sovereign Bitcoin Mining Operation - Chicago Today

2+ hour, 21+ min ago  (125+ words) Apr. 12, 2026 at 6: 37am A small Himalayan kingdom that embarked on a proof-of-concept for sovereign Bitcoin mining, leveraging its abundant renewable energy resources. "While Bitcoin's potential as a store of value and a hedge against traditional financial systems is often touted, the…...

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nationaltoday. com > us > ca > los-angeles > news > 04/11/2026 > nasa-backed-startup-aims-to-bag-asteroids-for-space-mining

NASA-Backed Startup Aims to Bag Asteroids for Space Mining - Los Angeles Today

7+ hour, 28+ min ago  (257+ words) Trans Astra unveils ambitious plan to capture and relocate asteroids to Earth's orbit for resource extraction. Apr. 11, 2026 at 9: 20pm A Los Angeles-based startup called Trans Astra, backed by NASA, has unveiled an ambitious plan to capture asteroids using large inflatable bags…...

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nationaltoday. com > us > ca > palm-springs > news > 04/12/2026 > bitcoin-hashrate-falls-as-miners-shift-to-ai

Bitcoin Hashrate Falls as Miners Shift to AI - Palm Springs Today

4+ hour, 39+ min ago  (162+ words) Decentralization in focus as publicly listed U. S. miners reduce reinvestment in Bitcoin mining Apr. 12, 2026 at 1: 43am The shift towards AI infrastructure by Bitcoin miners is a strategic move with long-term implications. By diversifying their operations, miners are future-proofing their businesses and exploring…...

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nationaltoday. com > us > co > breckenridge-co > news > 04/11/2026 > iron-bridge-mine-central-bridge-feeds-breckenridge-gold-impacts-on-soil-water-and-sustainable-rural-landscapes

Iron Bridge Mine, Central Bridge Feeds, Breckenridge Gold: Impacts on Soil, Water, and Sustainable Rural Landscapes - Breckenridge Today

23+ hour, 52+ min ago  (60+ words) Explore how mining operations like iron bridge mine, central bridge feeds, and breckenridge gold mine impact soil, water, and sustainable rural landscapes. Apr. 11, 2026 at 7: 54am A large-scale iron ore extraction operation in Australia. A critical logistics hub integral for ore transport…...

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nationaltoday. com > us > mn > duluth > news > 04/11/2026 > u-s-house-votes-to-repeal-boundary-waters-mining-protections

U. S. House Votes to Repeal Boundary Waters Mining Protections - Duluth Today

12+ hour, 57+ min ago  (287+ words) Controversial decision could open up 225, 000 acres in Minnesota's Superior National Forest to mining activities Apr. 11, 2026 at 3: 51pm Republican U. S. Representative who introduced the bill to repeal the mining ban in the BWCAW. Executive Director of Save the Boundary Waters, an organization opposing…...

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nationaltoday. com > us > il > chicago > news > 04/11/2026 > bhp-names-brandon-craig-ceo-as-woodside-confirms-elizabeth-westcott-as-leader

BHP Names Brandon Craig CEO as Woodside Confirms Elizabeth Westcott as Leader - Chicago Today

23+ hour, 11+ min ago  (209+ words) Apr. 11, 2026 at 5: 37am BHP, the global mining giant, has appointed Brandon Craig as its new CEO, effective July. Meanwhile, Woodside Energy has appointed Elizabeth Westcott as its ongoing CEO and managing director. These leadership changes reflect broader industry trends, with companies…...

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nationaltoday. com > us > tx > austin > news > 04/10/2026 > texas-bitcoin-mining-industry-pushes-back-on-federal-energy-usage-survey

Texas Bitcoin Mining Industry Pushes Back on Federal Energy Usage Survey - Austin Today

2+ day, 2+ hour ago  (315+ words) The head of the Texas Blockchain Council says the emergency data collection effort is invasive and politically motivated. Apr. 10, 2026 at 6: 08am The president of the Texas Blockchain Council, which represents a significant portion of mining companies in Texas. A senior advisor…...

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nationaltoday. com > us > ct > new-haven > news > 04/09/2026 > venezuelas-national-assembly-unanimously-approves-law-to-boost-mining-investment

Venezuela's National Assembly Unanimously Approves Law to Boost Mining Investment - New Haven Today

2+ day, 11+ hour ago  (236+ words) The new legislation aims to attract more investment and development in Venezuela's mining sector. Apr. 9, 2026 at 9: 22pm Venezuela's National Assembly has unanimously approved a new law intended to spur investment and growth in the country's mining industry. The legislation is part…...

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nationaltoday. com > us > tn > chattanooga > news > 04/09/2026 > novonix-secures-103m-in-tax-credits-for-tennessee-graphite-facility

NOVONIX Secures $103 M in Tax Credits for Tennessee Graphite Facility - Chattanooga Today

2+ day, 10+ hour ago  (412+ words) The U. S. government certification affirms NOVONIX's role in building a domestic battery materials supply chain. Apr. 9, 2026 at 11: 15pm The tax credits will help NOVONIX scale its U. S. manufacturing footprint and deliver a reliable, domestic supply of high-performance synthetic graphite to meet growing demand…...