In the bustling world of battery innovation, China continues to make headlines. This time, it’s all about solid-state batteries. Over the past several years, the nation steadily powered up its battery metals research and development efforts, betting big on this game-changing technology. But why all the buzz? Let’s take a closer look at China’s recent […]
Daniel Julius
The Charge Towards a Brighter Future: Innovations in the Battery Market
In a world where the appetite for energy is insatiable, the battery market has become the playground for some of the brightest minds aiming to fuel everything from cell phones to electric vehicles. However, as our gadgets become even smarter, the traditional batteries we’ve relied on seem ever so dim-witted in comparison. Enter the era […]
Charging Ahead: The Revolution of Fast-Charging Technology
Let’s dive deeper into the electrifying waters of lithium-ion batteries, where the University of Liverpool’s recent breakthrough is making waves. Their latest technology promises a future where “fast” is an understatement when it comes to charging our electric chariots and techno-gadgets. In this brave new world, conventional lithium-ion batteries, dependable but somewhat sluggish beasts, are […]
Ironing Out the Future of the Battery Market: How Rusty Batteries Could Power Our Lives
In an electrifying twist of fate, the global battery market is buzzing with excitement over a technology designed to make things rust on purpose. We’re talking about iron-air batteries. Leading this “rusty revolution” is Form Energy, a company that clearly didn’t get the memo about rust being a bad thing. Form’s team recently completed work […]
Graphite Gloom? China Exports Restricted Amid Brewing Mineral Trade War
According to new reports, China exports of graphite may be in for some major changes. Graphite, that unassuming mineral often relegated to the humble pencil, is actually a superstar in the high-stakes world of battery production. This dark horse of the mineral kingdom is crucial in all types of batteries, strutting its stuff across various […]
Cobalt Crash: The Cobalt Price Index Hits Record Low Amid “Perfect Storm”
Analysts once hailed cobalt as a commodity whose price would rise forever. Used in the cathodes of many lithium-ion batteries to extend the life of the battery cell, investors and mine operators eagerly anticipated high returns on all cobalt investments. However, cobalt prices recently dropped to record lows amid global oversupply and a widespread slowdown […]
U.S. Lithium Startups Turn to Uncle Sam as Corporate Funding Dwindles
For years, lithium startups have enjoyed easy funding. But as the global lithium price plummets, that all seems poised to change. Indeed, the aforementioned funds mainly stemmed from battery users hoping to secure a reliable source of lithium and venture capitalists looking to score big while helping close the gap on domestically produced lithium products. […]
Copper MMI: Copper Prices Awaiting a Downturn
Recent price action suggests strong potential for the price of copper to shift away from the rally witnessed at the beginning of the year. Technical analysis (TA) indicates that copper prices have begun to form lower highs on shorter time frames. This is a strong indicator that a downtrend lies ahead. However, prices will continue […]
