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Chile's plan for state control in lithium dismays business

The Chilean government’s newly announced plan to have the state take a majority stake in the lithium industry has disconcerted business leaders

The Independent UK

Chile turns to nationalization to safeguard its lithium supply amid the EV revolution

The lithium-producing countries are scrambling to seize control of lithium mining amid the electric car boom.

Fortune

Raw materials, or sacred beings? Lithium extraction puts two worldviews into tension

Located in the heart of South America, Bolivia contains the largest lithium deposits in the world – an enviable position, in many countries’ eyes, as the market for electric vehicles takes off. Though EVs emit fewer greenhouse gases than fuel-powered vehicles, their batteries require more minerals – especially lithium, which…

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Chile leader to require state share in lithium extraction

Chilean President Gabriel Boric has announced a plan to require private companies take Chile’s government on as a partner in the extration of lithium, which is in high demand around the world for use in electric batteries

The Independent UK

Chile plans to nationalize its vast lithium industry

Chile's President Gabriel Boric said on Thursday he would nationalize the country's lithium industry, the world's second largest producer of the metal essential in electric vehicle batteries, to boost its economy and protect its environment.

Reuters

Tees Valley Lithium meets UK Minister in Australia ahead of plans for trans-continental supply chain

The firm is setting up lithium sulphate and lithium hydroxide refineries in Western Australia and on Teesside respectively

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Bondi man faces court after foreign interference charge

A man charged over alleged foreign interference is due to face a court in Sydney accused of giving information to spies purporting to be from a think tank.

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3 Lithium Stocks to Sell Now

The lithium industry witnesses high demand being a crucial component in the batteries, including those of electric vehicles (EV). However, its dependence on global collaboration has caused companies to struggle with geopolitical tensions and supply chain disruptions. Therefore, investors could benefit from selling fundamentally weak stocks Sigma Lithium (SGML), Lithium…

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Judge affirms stricter interpretation of federal mining law

Another judge has adopted a U.S. appellate court’s stricter interpretation of a century-and-a-half-old mining law in a new ruling that blocks a metals mine in Nevada

The Independent UK

Hero schoolgirl saves baby from horror fire after hoverboard explodes

Amirah, 12, jumped into action when the lithium battery in her hoverboard suddenly exploded in the early hours of Monday.

Daily Record

New warning over e-scooters and e-bikes after house fires

It comes months after a woman died in a fire that was started due to an e-bike

Wales Online

GM leads $50 million funding round in EnergyX lithium startup

Energy Exploration Technologies Inc. and General Motors Co. on Tuesday said the automaker's investment arm GM Ventures is leading a $50 million Series B financing round for the lithium startup.

Tribune News Service

Review urged over dangers posed by battery fires in apartment parking

Regulators are examining the emerging issue of lithium-ion batteries being recharged and overheating in risky areas like underground residential carparks.

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The Guardian - UK

Shock and ore: UK firms race to get in on electric car battery recycling act

A startup in Devon is among those who spy opportunity in the process of turning old power cells into valuable raw materials

The Guardian - AU

Value of Australian lithium exports tipped to match thermal coal in five years

Revenue from mining key metal used in EV batteries to triple by 2027-28 while thermal coal exports set to fall by more than 70%

TV Tech

Interface Communications Relies on Frezzi for Super Bowl LVII Coverage

During the event, our Frezzi 300WH High Power Lithium Ion Battery ran for seven hours

The Canberra Times

Report reveals what triggered huge Hume blaze at recycling plant

How hot can a small lithium-ion battery burn when in thermal runaway? Fierce enough to destroy Canberra's biggest recycling centre.

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InsideEVs

KG Mobility Torres EVX Specs Revealed, Will Offer Up To 310 Miles Of Range

Coupled with a front-mounted, 125-kilowatt (168-horsepower) electric motor, the lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery can keep the KG Mobility Torres EVX moving for up to 310 miles (500 kilometers) on a full charge

Dynamite News

Higher lithium levels in drinking water might increase autism risk: Study

According to a recent study performed by a UCLA Health researcher, pregnant women whose household tap water included greater amounts of lithium had a modestly increased chance of their kids being diagnosed with an autistic spectrum disorder. Read further on Dynamite News:

Financial Times

How China is winning the race for Africa’s lithium

The country already dominates processing of the metal for use in electric vehicle batteries and is now investing heavily in mines, leaving western operators scrambling to keep up

ABC News

Lithium giant Albemarle secures approval for 850-person workers' village in Australind

The facility will eventually be converted into a permanent housing estate to give the development a long-term impact in the community.

Axios

Critics contend that federal regulation of lithium ion cells has lagged behind, putting lives in danger.

Tribune News Service

Stellantis CEO: There may not be enough raw materials to electrify globe

The CEO of the maker of Jeep SUVs, Ram pickup trucks and other vehicles says he's not sure there will be enough raw materials to replace the existing fleet of fossil fuel-powered vehicles with all-electric vehicles.

InsideEVs

LGES Battery Plant In Arizona Gets A Revision: It Will Be Much Bigger

LGES, one of the world's largest lithium-ion battery manufacturers, will soon resume its new investment in Arizona, actually significantly expanding its size.

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