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BASF and Catholic University of the North in Chile collaborate on mining research, development and innovation

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BASF and the Catholic University of the North (UCN) in Antofagasta, Chile, have signed a collaboration agreement to promote research, development and innovation in mining. This alliance offers us the opportunity to connect with a leading company on a global scale, so it is a mutually beneficial relationship.

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New Qualcomm Safety Car BMW i8 Coupé makes its debut in Chile; wireless charging

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The new Qualcomm Safety Car BMW i8 Coupé made its debut on Thursday in Santiago, Chile. The system uses no cable connections and charges this special BMW i8 Coupé (combined fuel consumption: 1.9 The car will feature from the fourth race in the ABB FIA Formula E Championship, which will take place on Saturday. kilowatts.

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SpaceX sends 6 Starlink satellites up with Direct to Cell capability

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On orbit, the satellites will immediately connect over laser backhaul to the Starlink constellation to provide global connectivity.” This will allow for mobile phone connectivity anywhere on Earth. According to the aerospace company, Direct to Cell will connect IoT devices with common LTE standards.

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Albemarle granted permit to increase lithium brine extraction rates in Chile; MOU for 27-year lithium quota

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Albemarle Corporation, a premier specialty chemicals company and leader in the production of lithium and lithium derivatives, has been granted approval by the Environmental Assessment Commission (CEA) of the Antofagasta Region to increase its currently authorized lithium brine extraction rate at the company's facility in the Salar de Atacama, Chile.

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Starlink seeking regulatory clearance for international cellular service trials

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Trials will utilize SpaceX’s “Direct to Cell” satellites to deliver internet connectivity directly to unmodified mobile phones. The FCC filing also indicated that SpaceX has established supplemental coverage partnerships in Chile, Peru, and Switzerland.

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Italy’s Iren, Australia’s Altamin sign MoU for lithium recovery – ET Auto

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The European Union and Italy are highly dependent on foreign imports of the metal, which is largely produced in Australia, Chile and China. “The project with Altamin is among the first European projects to connect industrial needs and circular economy processes,” Iren Chairman Luca Dal Fabbro said in the statement.

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SpaceX now offers Starlink for RVs for remote travels

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SpaceX now offers Starlink for RVS, connecting customers traveling to remote locations in quite a few areas around the world. SpaceX brought the service to a few areas in South America, including Rio De Janeiro and its surrounding areas in Brazil and parts of Chile. Scotland still has some parts on the waiting list.

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