AI and Autonomy IonQ closes Skyloom acquisition to accelerate quantum-secure networking push The integration should expand its ability to offer complete, end-to-end quantum networking solutions Joseph MortonJanuary 29, 2026
Copper Ivanhoe and SQM launch copper exploration push in northern Chile’s Atacama The surveyed concessions already host SQM’s potassium nitrate and iodine operations Joseph MortonJanuary 29, 2026
Medical and Pharmaceutical Olympus rolls out advanced SecureFlex EUS biopsy needle in U.S. market The SecureFlex needle supports endoscopic ultrasound-guided fine needle biopsy Joseph MortonJanuary 28, 2026
Alternative Energy Stellaria applies to build 100-kW molten salt reactor as France backs advanced nuclear The submission elevates Stellaria from a research venture to a regulated nuclear operator Joseph MortonJanuary 28, 2026
News US Antimony taps Bolivian hydromet plant to boost North American antimony supply Antimony is used in flame retardants, batteries, alloys, semiconductors, and military applications, yet global supply remains highly concentrated Joseph MortonJanuary 28, 2026
Crypto/Blockchain Ethereum Foundation elevates post-quantum security as quantum timelines accelerate The foundation scheduled a three-day technical workshop in October to coordinate researchers and client teams Joseph MortonJanuary 27, 2026
AI and Autonomy OpenAI teams up with Leidos to deploy AI across U.S. federal agencies OpenAI will integrate its products into Leidos-managed government workflows Joseph MortonJanuary 27, 2026
Rare Earths USA Rare Earth surges as Washington moves to shore up heavy rare earth supply The loan falls under the Commerce Department’s CHIPS program Joseph MortonJanuary 27, 2026
Copper Copper miners turn to waste piles and microbes as prices hit record highs The mine’s leadership has described copper trapped in waste mounds as the industry’s ultimate objective Joseph MortonJanuary 26, 2026
Hydrogen Plug Power delivers electrolyzer system for major European hydrogen project The switch to renewable hydrogen is expected to cut about 110,000 tonnes of greenhouse gas emissions Joseph MortonJanuary 26, 2026