【Democratic R】Truth About Cobalt Mining: Unveiling Realities Beyond the Gold Rush Hype

Editor’s NoteThis article examines the complex realities behind the 21st-century cobalt rush, a critical element in our clean energy transition. It…

【Global / Mad】Graphite Supply Chains Are Shifting From Mining To Manufacturing

Editor’s NoteAs the global transition to electric vehicles accelerates, the strategic importance of graphite—a critical and currently irreplaceable…

【China】China’s ‘Trump Card’… “Export Controls on Lithium Batteries and Synthetic Diamonds to be Imposed”

Editor’s NoteThis report is based on information from Hong Kong’s Ming Pao newspaper. The measures mentioned reflect China’s ongoing efforts to…

【Democratic R】Tesla Cobalt Mines: 7 Shifts For Ethical EV Supply 2026

Editor’s NoteThis article examines Tesla’s ongoing efforts to address the complex ethical and strategic challenges surrounding cobalt sourcing for…

【South Korea】China’s Control Over Lithium and Synthetic Diamonds Puts South Korean Battery and Semiconductor Industries on ‘Emergency Alert’

Editor’s NoteAs U.S.-China tensions over advanced industry supply chains escalate, South Korea’s pivotal battery and semiconductor sectors face…

【Democratic R】Blockchain and Sustainability Through Responsible Sourcing

Editor’s NoteThis article examines the human toll of cobalt extraction, a critical component in modern batteries. While large-scale mining provides…