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Dateline Resources secures high-level U.S. government backing to accelerate its Colosseum Rare Earths Project in California, highlighting its strategic role in domestic critical minerals supply.

American West Metals is ramping up exploration and development at its West Desert Project in Utah, targeting critical metals like indium, molybdenum, and gallium amid supportive US government policies and tightening Chinese export controls.

Lithium Plus Minerals has identified significant high-grade beryllium mineralisation at its Northern Arunta Spotted Wonder Project, revealing promising polymetallic potential alongside lithium. This discovery positions the company at the forefront of critical minerals exploration in Australia.

IperionX has secured a significant U.S. Department of Defense contract worth up to US$99 million to supply low-cost, high-performance titanium components, marking a major step in reshoring critical materials manufacturing.

Everest Metals Corporation has completed a breakthrough engineering study demonstrating 97% rubidium recovery at its Mt Edon project, advancing Australia’s entry into the global rubidium market with a patented extraction process.

MTM Critical Metals has achieved a breakthrough in recovering high-grade antimony from U.S.-sourced electronic waste, surpassing traditional mine grades and supporting U.S. efforts to secure critical metal supplies amid global supply disruptions.

Infini Resources is set to resume drilling at its Portland Creek Uranium Project in Q3 2025, following promising early indicators and a seasonal pause. The company also advances exploration with new airborne surveys over its Athabasca Basin projects, positioning itself as a leading junior uranium explorer amid rising nuclear energy interest.

Vection Technologies has landed a $1 million contract to enhance cyber and data protection for national security intelligence, extending its footprint in the defence sector. This deal builds on previous engagements and signals potential for further growth.

RareX Limited has partnered with Gega Elements to develop Australia’s inaugural integrated gallium supply chain, aiming to reduce reliance on Chinese supply and boost national critical mineral resilience.

New World Resources’ Antler Copper Project in Arizona has been designated a FAST-41 Transparency Project, promising a streamlined federal permitting process and reinforcing its strategic role in US critical minerals supply.

5E Advanced Materials has raised $6.35 million through a private placement to advance its boron and lithium project in Southern California, aiming to strengthen U.S. supply chains and move closer to commercialization.

American Rare Earths reports high-grade rare earth oxide results from Wyoming's Cowboy State Mine, reinforcing its strategic position in the US critical minerals landscape.