Legacy Minerals launches drilling at Bauloora Gold-Silver Project
Full story: https://grafa.com/news/mining-legacy-minerals-launches-drilling-at-bauloora-gold-silver-project-313800 Legacy Minerals (ASX:LGM) has commenced drilling at its Bauloora Au-Ag Epithermal Project in New South Wales. The company received approval from the New South Wales Government to begin the exploration undertaking. The drilling will initially focus on the Quarry and Thunderbolt prospects. The Bauloora Project will see diamond drilling commence shortly, with plans for up to four holes, targeting approximately 1,000m. The targets are a combination
Li-S Energy tests lithium-sulphur battery in UAV flights
Full story: https://grafa.com/news/energy-li-s-energy-tests-lithium-sulphur-battery-in-uav-flights-307887 Li-S Energy (ASX:LIS) has completed preliminary tests for uncrewed aerial vehicles using its 12-cell lithium-sulphur battery pack. The tests aimed to show the viability of configuring lithium-sulphur cells into a functional battery pack, integrating it with a fixed-wing UAV, and executing a typical flight profile. The flight demonstrations included critical phases such as takeoff, ascent, and level flying, highlighting the potential for lithium-sulphur technolog
Full story: https://grafa.com/news/cryptocurrencies-fed-rate-cut-likely-as-election-approaches-297907 As the 2024 U.S. presidential election nears, financial markets are closely watching the Federal Reserve’s upcoming rate decision, scheduled just two days after Election Day on November 7. According to the CME’s Fedwatch tool, there is a 99% probability of a quarter-point cut in the federal funds rate, a key benchmark influencing interest rates nationwide. This anticipated cut reflects widespread market expectations based on futures data, although it’s impor
Aussie regulator drags Optus to ourt over alleged misconduct in mobile sales
Full story: https://grafa.com/news/communications-aussie-regulator-drags-optus-to-ourt-over-alleged-misconduct-in-mobile-sales-298617 Australia's competition watchdog, the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission, has filed a lawsuit against Optus, owned by Singapore Telecommunications, alleging misconduct in the sale of mobile phones and plans, particularly targeting vulnerable customers. The ACCC claimed that Optus' sales practices had a "disproportionate" impact on consumers and were allegedly influenced by commission structures
MicroStrategy plans $42B raise to boost Bitcoin holdings
Full story: https://grafa.com/news/cryptocurrencies-microstrategy-plans--42b-raise-to-boost-bitcoin-holdings-298183 MicroStrategy (MSTR) unveiled a new capital strategy on Wednesday, aiming to raise $42 billion over the next three years to increase its Bitcoin (CRYPTO:BTC) holdings and enhance shareholder returns. According to the company’s Q3 earnings report, the “21/21 Plan” consists of generating $21 billion through ATM equity sales and another $21 billion from fixed-income securities. “As
Russia warns of global impact if frozen assets are used
Full story: https://grafa.com/news/cryptocurrencies-russia-warns-of-global-impact-if-frozen-assets-are-used-294212 Russia has cautioned that utilising its frozen financial assets could lead to significant disruptions in the global financial system. Deputy Finance Minister Ivan Chebeskov emphasised that leveraging these assets would have "profound systemic consequences" for international monetary stability. He warned that the increased use of the US dollar as a tool in economic conflicts could prompt developing nations to seek alternatives for tr
Full story: https://grafa.com/news/auto-and-cars-autonation-s-q3-revenue-dips-to---6-6b-293727 AutoNation (NYSE:AN) has reported a slight decline in its third-quarter revenue for 2024, with figures reaching $6.6 billion compared to $6.9 billion in the same period last year. During the quarter, the company's net income came in at $185.8 million, translating to $4.61 per share. When adjusted for non-recurring gains, earnings stood at $4.02 per share. These results fell short of Wall Street expectations, where the
Cadeler ink $200M deal for Asia-Pacific offshore wind projects
Full story: https://grafa.com/news/energy-cadeler-ink--200m-deal-for-asia-pacific-offshore-wind-projects-280400 Cadeler (NYSE:CDLR) has announced the signing of a Vessel Reservation Agreement (VRA) for offshore wind projects in the Asia-Pacific region. The agreement, valued at approximately 200 million EUR, underscores Cadeler’s strategic expansion in the rapidly growing Asia-Pacific market. According to the company, the pipeline of projects will meet the energy needs of roughly 1,360,000 househ