Arizona

Silver Bullet Mines acquired the Columbia and Gold Queen mines in Arizona, bolstering its “hub and spoke” model. These historical copper producers, with gold byproducts, have unverified technical data predating NI 43-101 standards. While a Qualified Person reviewed the information, they haven’t visited the sites. Investors should proceed with caution. Director John MacKenzie has resigned to focus on a new venture.

TSMC plans a significant investment increase in Arizona, driven by strong earnings and a new U.S.-Taiwan trade agreement. The chipmaker is expanding to meet surging AI chip demand, with plans for a “gigafab cluster.” This move aligns with U.S. efforts to boost domestic semiconductor production. TSMC’s CFO expressed confidence in repeating manufacturing excellence in the U.S., noting accelerated production timelines for its Arizona facilities and the acquisition of additional land for future expansion.

Tesla received a permit to operate a ride-hailing service in Arizona, a step toward launching a robotaxi network. Further approvals are needed before deployment. Tesla aims to remove safety drivers in Austin by year-end and expand to other cities by 2026, despite safety concerns highlighted by recent collisions. The company faces competition from Waymo and Baidu, who have established autonomous services. Elon Musk envisions a future where people can “text and drive,” but achieving full autonomy requires overcoming technological hurdles.