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Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>) is reportedly planning to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/12/42428505/google-asks-ftc-to-kill-microsofts-monopoly-over-hosting-openai-technology-on-its-cloud-servers-report">reduce its dependence</a> on ChatGPT-maker OpenAI.
What Happened: Microsoft has been working on integrating internal and third-party artificial intelligence models into its AI product, Microsoft 365 Copilot, reported Reuters, citing sources familiar with the effort.
This move is a strategic step to diversify from the current underlying technology of OpenAI and reduce costs.
The Satya Nadella-led company is also decreasing 365 Copilot&#8217;s dependence on OpenAI due to concerns about cost and speed for enterprise users, the report noted, citing the sources.
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A Microsoft spokesperson was quoted in the report saying that OpenAI continues to be the company&#8217;s partner on frontier models. &#8220;We incorporate various models from OpenAI and Microsoft depending on the product and experience.&#8221;
OpenAI and Microsoft did not immediately respond to <a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/lxquj26b2sag">Benzinga's</a> request for comments.
Microsoft 365 Copilot is reportedly yet to prove its return on investment to enterprises. The tech giant has not shared specific sales data on the number of licenses sold.
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Why It Matters: This move mirrors those of other Microsoft business units which have altered the ways they use OpenAI models. For instance, GitHub, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/23/11/35623886/microsofts-github-poised-for-growth-with-ai-tools-analyst-sees-5b-arr-potential">acquired by Microsoft</a> in 2018, added models from Anthropic and Alphabet Inc.'s (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOG#NASDAQ">GOOG</a>) (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOGL#NASDAQ">GOOGL</a>) Google in October as alternatives to OpenAI's GPT-4.
Previously it was reported that company insiders were concerned about Microsoft&#8217;s AI strategy being <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/03/37605368/is-microsoft-turning-into-it-for-openai-insiders-say-tech-giants-ai-strategy-is-overly-reliant-on-ch">heavily reliant on its partnership</a> with OpenAI.
In October, the two companies engaged in talks to decide how Microsoft's $14 billion investment in OpenAI would be <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/10/41407196/openais-for-profit-structure-adds-valuation-complexity-to-microsoft-and-other-equity-investors-repor">converted into equity</a> in the AI firm.
OpenAI plans to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/12/42382569/elon-musk-asks-was-it-ever-not-a-lie-as-he-accuses-openai-of-selling-out-to-microsoft-and-betraying-its-founding-mission">remove a clause that restricts</a> Microsoft&#8217;s access to its most advanced AI models upon achieving artificial general intelligence, according to a report published in December.
Price Action: Microsoft&#8217;s stock fell 0.31% on Monday, closing at $435.25. However, year-to-date, the shares have risen by 17.36%, according to <a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/lxquj26b2sag">Benzinga Pro data</a>.
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Bitcoin moved sideways while the altcoin market rallied significantly on Monday as traders pivoted away from the leading cryptocurrency ahead of Christmas.
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What Happened: Bitcoin remained choppy, oscillating between the $92,000-$96,000 zone. The sideways movement comes a day after the apex cryptocurrency<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/12/42640293/trump-congratulates-bitcoiners-on-new-all-time-highs-as-apex-crypto-suffers-first-weekly-loss-since-election-triumph"> closed at a weekly loss for the first time</a> since Donald Trump's election victory last month.
Investors shifted their capital to Ethereum and the rest of the altcoin market. The world&#8217;s largest cryptocurrency rose 4.35% to nearly $3,400.
Bitcoin's dominance fell by 1.53%, while Ethereum and altcoin saw increases in their respective market shares.
Over $278 million was liquidated from the market in the last 24 hours, with nearly equal proportions of long and short liquidations.
Bitcoin's Open Interest rose 2.49% in the last 24 hours. An increase in Open Interest, coming alongside a sideways price action, indicated a potential upside move.&nbsp;
More than 66% of traders on Binance were leveraged long on Bitcoin, according to the Long/Short Ratio.
The market remained in the "Greed" zone, according to the Cryptocurrency Fear &amp; Greed Index.
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The global cryptocurrency market capitalization stood at $3.32 trillion, following an increase of 2.04% in the last 24 hours.
Stocks began the holiday week high on spirits. The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 66.69 points, or 0.16%, to close at 42,906.95. The S&amp;P 500 added 0.73%, ending at 5,974.07, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite spiked 0.98% to 19,764.88.
Data released Monday <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/economics/macro-economic-events/24/12/42657230/us-consumer-confidence-drops-in-december-expectations-signal-potential-economic-weakness-in-2025">indicated a sharp fall in U.S. consumer morale</a>, with the Conference Board&#8217;s Consumer Confidence Index falling to 104.7 in December, returning to mid-range levels seen during the previous two years.
The New York Stock Exchange and the Nasdaq will close early on Christmas Eve, and the markets will be shut on Christmas Day.
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Analyst Notes: In a note to Benzinga, Arthur Azizov, CEO of cryptocurrency payment provider B2BINPAY attributed the market's ongoing correction to Bitcoin's growing dominance.
"Naturally, we can now anticipate a decline in Bitcoin's dominance, which should create room for altcoins to pick up momentum again," Azizov predicted. "Overall, this is all playing out as expected, with most assets returning to the 50% retracement zone of their recent impulse moves."
Widely followed cryptocurrency analyst and trader Ali Martinez drew attention to Ethereum's "most significant" support level of $3,030 &#8211; $3,130 and the "most significant" resistance level of $3,640 &#8211; $3,740.
"A sustained close outside of this no-trade zone will determine the direction of ETH&#8217;s trend," Martinez remarked.
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true">The most significant support level for <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Ethereum?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Ethereum</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%24ETH&amp;src=ctag&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">$ETH</a> is between $3,030 &#8211; $3,130, and the most significant resistance wall is $3,640 &#8211; $3,740. A sustained close outside of this no-trade zone will determine the direction of <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ETH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ETH</a>&#39;s trend. <a href="https://t.co/YCGKucGvjt">pic.twitter.com/YCGKucGvjt</a>
&mdash; Ali (@ali_charts) <a href="https://twitter.com/ali_charts/status/1871280113209266444?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 23, 2024</a></blockquote>
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On Monday, Cathie Wood-led Ark Invest executed notable trades involving Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>), Amazon.com Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>), and Palantir Technologies Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLTR#NASDAQ">PLTR</a>).
The Tesla Trade
Ark Invest made a significant move by selling 13,040 shares of Tesla Inc. through its ARK Innovation ETF (NYSE: ARKK). This transaction, valued at approximately $5.6 million, comes as <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/12/42641207/researcher-says-cancelation-of-7500-ev-tax-credit-could-impact-teslas-deliveries-despite-ceo-elon-musk-claiming-otherwise">Tesla faces potential challenges</a> related to the possible cancellation of the $7,500 EV tax credit in the U.S. Researcher Troy Teslike has highlighted that similar tax credit cancellations in Europe have previously led to a decline in Tesla&#8217;s sales. Despite these concerns, Tesla&#8217;s stock closed at $430.60, marking a 2.27% increase.
The Palantir Trade
Ark Invest sold shares of the Alex Karp-led company on Monday. Palantir, which closed at $80.69, has been actively expanding its footprint in the defense sector. Ark sold 22,807 Palantir shares through the flagship ARKK ETF. The transaction was valued at $1.84 million.
The company, alongside Anduril Industries, is leading a consortium to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/24/12/42640010/palantir-and-anduril-reportedly-lead-consortium-partner-with-spacex-and-openai-to-compete-against-traditional-defense-contractors-in-850-billion-us-military-market">challenge traditional defense contractors</a>, according to a previous report. This move positions Palantir as a formidable player in the $850 billion U.S. military market.
The Amazon.com Trade
Ark Invest&#8217;s trade activity on Amazon was also noteworthy. The firm purchased 7,499 of the e-commerce giant&#8217;s shares through Ark Fintech Innovation ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ARKF#NYSE">ARKF</a>). The transaction was valued at nearly $1.7 million. The company&#8217;s stock, which closed at $225.06 with a slight 0.06% uptick, has been the subject of optimistic projections. An analyst with an 86% accuracy rate has predicted a 24% upside for Amazon, as detailed in a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/price-target/24/12/42646865/this-analyst-with-86-accuracy-rate-sees-around-24-upside-in-amazon-com-here-are-5-stock-picks-for-last-week-from-wall-streets-most-accurate-analysts">recent analysis</a>. This forecast aligns with Ark&#8217;s strategic interests in high-growth potential stocks.
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What if a pimple patch wasn't something to hide? What if it could be a fun, bold accessory? That&#8217;s precisely the concept behind Starface World, the business that turned a basic skincare item into a symbol of self-expression. Since starting in 2019, Starface has grown into a $90 million-a-year business by mixing creative ideas with strong social media skills. Here's how they did it.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">A New Take on Acne Care</h2>
People have always tried to conceal acne, but Starface took a completely different approach. As a recent CNBC Make It video explains, founders Julie Schott and Brian Bordainick wanted to make growing up – and dealing with acne – a more positive experience. Instead of hiding blemishes, Starface's pimple patches encourage people to embrace them with pride.
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Their first product, the yellow Hydro-Star, wasn't just a skincare tool but a fashion statement. These star-shaped patches came in bright, fun packaging and even had a mascot, Big Yellow, who &#8220;came from outer space&#8221; to help people feel better about acne. Starface soon added new colors, special ingredients and even a clear patch for people who wanted something less flashy.
Starface's success lies in its branding. Everything about the company – from its products to its messaging – is designed to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/content/42533696/gen-z-is-redefining-brand-purpose">appeal to Gen Z</a> and Gen Alpha. The brand's playful tone, vibrant visuals and inclusive message have made it incredibly popular on social media. Platforms like Instagram and TikTok are filled with people proudly showing off their Hydro Stars.
This unique approach has created a sense of community, as owning a Starface product is about more than skincare. The company's message is that it's okay to have acne and to have fun with it.
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Starface's focus on self-expression and inclusivity resonated, especially during the pandemic. The brand gained massive traction as people spent more time on Zoom and experimented with self-care. By 2023, Starface had become profitable and sold its products at major retailers like Target, Walmart and CVS.
Today, they sell patches with extra ingredients like tea tree oil and salicylic acid. They've also expanded to Canada and the UK. Despite competing with brands like Hero Cosmetics and Alba Botanica, Starface has built a strong moat around its business by focusing on fun and individuality.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Mixed Reviews but Lasting Impact</h2>
Not everyone loves Starface patches as an acne fix. As the CNBC video showed, some customers rave about how they help heal pimples, while others see them as a fun accessory. Either way, the brand's connection with its fans and its message of confidence make it unforgettable.
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The market for pimple patches is booming. According to recent research from Spherical Insights, the market valuation is expected to grow from about $500 million to nearly $1 billion by 2033. This shows how much people love these products and how brands like Starface can keep developing new ideas.
With new product launches, including a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/insights/options/24/12/42515847/check-out-what-whales-are-doing-with-ulta">partnership with Ulta</a> (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ULTA#NASDAQ">ULTA</a>) in 2025, Starface shows no signs of slowing down. As long as they keep innovating and staying connected to their audience, their playful and empowering approach to skincare will continue to stand out in the beauty industry.
Starface's rise reminds us of the power of unconventional thinking. Turning a basic skincare product into a lifestyle brand has shown that creativity, strong branding and social media can transform a simple idea into a thriving business.
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Ex-President Bill Clinton has been hospitalized in Washington due to a fever on Monday, according to a report.
Clinton was admitted to MedStar Georgetown University Hospital in the afternoon for tests and observation after he developed a fever. Deputy Chief of Staff for the former President, Angel Ureña, shared this news on X. The post was first <a href="https://thehill.com/policy/healthcare/5054369-bill-clinton-hospitalized-fever/">noted</a> on The Hill.
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&mdash; Angel Ureña (@angelurena) <a href="https://twitter.com/angelurena/status/1871326214096372135?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 23, 2024</a></blockquote>
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Ureña said, &#8220;He remains in good spirits and deeply appreciates the excellent care he is receiving.&#8221;
It is worth mentioning that Clinton was previously hospitalized for five days in 2021 due to sepsis caused by an infection, according to The Hill.
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Clinton had been <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/politics/24/08/40513316/bill-clinton-contrasts-harris-trump-in-fiery-dnc-speech-we-have-a-clear-choice-we-the-people-ver">actively campaigning</a> for Vice President Kamala Harris throughout the fall. Clinton had made a strong case for Harris during his speech at the Democratic National Convention (DNC).
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Linde (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LIN#NASDAQ">LIN</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 10 years by 1.29% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 12.39%. Currently, Linde has a market capitalization of $201.03 billion. 
Buying $1000 In LIN: If an investor had bought $1000 of LIN stock 10 years ago, it would be worth $3,191.73 today based on a price of $421.00 for LIN at the time of writing.
<h3>Linde's Performance Over Last 10 Years</h3>
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Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
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Here's How Much $1000 Invested In Linde 10 Years Ago Would Be Worth Today

Agnico Eagle Mines (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AEM#NYSE">AEM</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 10 years by 1.05% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 12.15%. Currently, Agnico Eagle Mines has a market capitalization of $39.61 billion. 
Buying $100 In AEM: If an investor had bought $100 of AEM stock 10 years ago, it would be worth $330.84 today based on a price of $78.99 for AEM at the time of writing.
<h3>Agnico Eagle Mines's Performance Over Last 10 Years</h3>
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Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
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Goldman Sachs Gr (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GS#NYSE">GS</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 5 years by 6.87% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 19.87%. Currently, Goldman Sachs Gr has a market capitalization of $180.39 billion. 
Buying $100 In GS: If an investor had bought $100 of GS stock 5 years ago, it would be worth $246.87 today based on a price of $571.21 for GS at the time of writing.
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Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
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Here's How Much $100 Invested In Goldman Sachs Gr 5 Years Ago Would Be Worth Today

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NeueHealth shares are trading higher after the company announced it has entered into an definitive merger to be acquired for $7.33 per share.

NeueHealth, Inc. ("NeueHealth" or the "Company") (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NEUE#NYSE">NEUE</a>), the value-driven healthcare company, today announced that it has entered into a definitive merger agreement pursuant to which the Company will be acquired by an affiliate of New Enterprise Associates ("NEA") at an enterprise value of approximately $1.3 billion. Upon completion of the transaction, NeueHealth will become a privately held company with the flexibility and resources to continue advancing its value-driven, consumer-centric care model.
Under the terms of the merger agreement, holders of NeueHealth common stock (other than shares that will be rolled over and certain excluded shares) will receive $7.33 per share in cash, which represents a premium of approximately 70% over the closing price of NeueHealth common stock on December 23, 2024. Certain stockholders of NeueHeath, including NEA and 12 existing NeueHealth investors (which collectively hold all of the outstanding shares of NeueHealth preferred stock), have entered into rollover agreements pursuant to which such stockholders will continue their investments by exchanging their shares of NeueHealth common stock and/or preferred stock for newly issued equity interests in the privately held company, and the Company's existing secured loan facility with Hercules Capital, Inc. will remain in place.
NeueHealth's executive leadership team will continue in their roles upon completion of the transaction and intends to roll over 100% of their equity interests for newly issued equity interests in the privately held company.

NeueHealth  Entered Into A Definitive Merger Agreement To Be Acquired By An Affiliate Of New Enterprise Associates At An Enterprise Value Of ~$1.3B, Or $7.33/Share In Cash

INSW

International Seaways shares are trading higher after it was announced that the company will join the S&P SmallCap 600 on December 30, 2024.

International Seaways Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INSW#NYSE">INSW</a>) will replace Consolidated Communications Holdings (NASD: CNSL) in the S&amp;P SmallCap 600 effective prior to the opening of trading on Monday, December 30. Searchlight Capital Partners and British Columbia Investment Management Corporation (BCI) are acquiring Consolidated Communications in a deal expected to be completed soon, pending final closing conditions.

International Seaways To Join S&P SmallCap 600 On Monday, December 30, 2024

CBRE Group (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CBRE#NYSE">CBRE</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 5 years by 3.45% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 16.45%. Currently, CBRE Group has a market capitalization of $39.94 billion. 
Buying $100 In CBRE: If an investor had bought $100 of CBRE stock 5 years ago, it would be worth $212.97 today based on a price of $130.51 for CBRE at the time of writing.
<h3>CBRE Group's Performance Over Last 5 Years</h3>
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Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
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CBRE

$100 Invested In This Stock 5 Years Ago Would Be Worth This Much Today

CREV

Carbon Revolution shares are trading higher after the company announced it has reached an agreement with OIC for a further $25 million in financing to support the ongoing liquidity of the business.

Carbon Revolution plc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CREV#NASDAQ">CREV</a>) (the "Company"), a Tier 1 OEM supplier and the leading global manufacturer of lightweight advanced technology automotive carbon fiber wheels, today announced that it has reached an agreement with Orion Infrastructure Capital ("OIC") for a further US$25 million financing, which will be released in five tranches, each equal to US$5 million, subject to satisfying certain release conditions. In connection with the release of each of the five tranches of US$5 million, the Company will issue to OIC and the lenders under the US$60 million PIUS loan entered into in May 2023 ("Existing Noteholders"), penny warrants to purchase an aggregate number of shares equal to 5.0% of the Company's shares outstanding.

Financing

Carbon Revolution Has Reached An Agreement With Orion Infrastructure Capital For A Further $25M Financing, Which Will Be Released In 5 Tranches, Each Equal To $5M

CrowdStrike Holdings (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CRWD#NASDAQ">CRWD</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 5 years by 36.5% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 49.5%. Currently, CrowdStrike Holdings has a market capitalization of $88.93 billion. 
Buying $1000 In CRWD: If an investor had bought $1000 of CRWD stock 5 years ago, it would be worth $7,301.27 today based on a price of $361.06 for CRWD at the time of writing.
<h3>CrowdStrike Holdings's Performance Over Last 5 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1734993015_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

CRWD

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Ioneer

WASHINGTON — Amid the global search for lithium for electric vehicle batteries, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/commodities/24/03/37857275/exclusive-battery-companies-back-small-miners-for-long-term-provide-bright-spot-as-funding-ma">major automakers are</a> eyeing production from American Battery Technology Co. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ABAT#NASDAQ">ABAT</a>), CEO Ryan Melsert said this month at a mining conference.



The company is developing one of the largest lithium deposits in the United States at its Tonopah Flats mining and refining project in Nevada to provide lithium in addition to the company's battery recycling business.



American Battery Technology is funding its operations with revenue from recycling and U.S. Department of Energy grants but plans to augment that in the medium term with project financing and lithium offtake agreements with strategic partners.



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"We have the automakers on site almost every week," Melsert told Benzinga on the sidelines of a recent&nbsp;Benchmark Mineral Intelligence&nbsp;battery metals conference in Washington.



He declined to name the companies but said "it's all the automakers and manufacturers you would think of."



American Battery Technology already has a partnership with German multinational chemical company BASF (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BASFY#OTC">BASFY</a>), one of the largest battery cathode manufacturers in North America. Both companies have received a $2 million grant from the U.S. Advanced Battery Consortium, a subsidiary of the U.S. Council for Automotive Research, which is a collaborative automotive technology company for Ford Motor Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/F#NYSE">F</a>), General Motors Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GM#NYSE">GM</a>) and Stellantis (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/STLA#NYSE">STLA</a>).



EV Demand Increasing With No Short-Term Lithium Alternatives



Automaker interest in lithium from American Battery Technology comes as electric vehicle manufacturers around the world scramble to source lithium for batteries.&nbsp;



If nations were to fully meet all their current national energy and climate goals, the International Energy Agency said in a recent report that it expects global lithium demand to rise from 165 thousand metric tons in 2023 to 1.6 million metric tons by 2050. The electric vehicle industry is projected to account for about 90% of this demand growth.



Meanwhile, the agency says that new mine projects beyond those already in production or announced will have to be developed to meet lithium requirements after 2030, when demand will outstrip currently projected production.



In their quest to secure sources of lithium, Ford, GM, Mercedes Benz Group (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MBGYY#OTC">MBGYY</a>), Mitsubishi Corp. (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSBHF#OTC">MSBHF</a>) and Tesla (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>), have inked deals to buy directly from mining or refining companies or made direct investments elsewhere in the lithium battery supply chain.



Tesla CEO Elon Musk once said on social media that "lithium batteries are the new oil."



Melsert is no stranger to Tesla. He worked there from 2015 to 2019 as a founding member of the Gigafactory design team and battery materials processing research and development manager.



As a person familiar with battery technology, Melsert doesn't think lithium-based battery storage will go away anytime soon, despite research into alternatives.



The International Energy Agency agrees. "Lithium-ion batteries' role in fueling the growth of the EV industry remains unchallenged in the near term," the IEA said in its recent report. 



"Alternative technologies such as sodium-ion batteries and vanadium flow batteries begin to take some shares from lithium-ion batteries in low-range vehicles and storage markets, but they do not materially alter the prospects for lithium demand in climate-driven scenarios," the agency said.



Company May Face Less Environmental Angst Than Competitors



As global demand for lithium grows, western governments are trying to diversify supply chains for minerals critical to the energy transition. China dominates lithium refining and the electric vehicle battery market.



As the domestic lithium mining industry ramps up, tensions with conservationists and locals, including indigenous people, have increased in the American West, South America and Europe. In Nevada, Lithium Americas Corp.'s (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LAC#NYSE">LAC</a>) Thacker Pass and Ioneer Ltd.'s (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GSCCF#OTC">GSCCF</a>) Rhyolite Ridge projects have faced opposition.



It appears that American Battery Technology's Tonopah Flats project may face fewer headwinds, at least in terms of conservationist concerns.



"When we look at places like Thacker Pass and Rhyolite Ridge, we see high levels of biodiversity," said Patrick Donnelly, a Nevada-based director with the Center for Biological Diversity. "Endemic species, greater sage-grouse and sensitive groundwater-dependent ecosystems are found at both sites. This is part of why they&#8217;ve engendered such pushback."



Tonopah Flats doesn't have those issues, or issues with surface water sources, Donnelly told Benzinga.



"Strictly from a biological point of view, there are fewer potential impacts to biodiversity from development in that area," he said.



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