Giant Mining Expands AI-Driven U.S. Copper Exploration at Majuba Hill with ExploreTech Phase 2 Drill Program

Core Insights - Giant Mining Corp. has successfully completed a site visit with Exploration Technologies Inc. to advance domestic copper production in line with the America First industrial strategy [1][2] - The Phase 2 exploration program aims to define and delineate a mineralized system to develop a NI 43-101 compliant Mineral Resource Estimate [3][4] - The company is leveraging AI-assisted geophysical modeling to optimize exploration efforts and reduce risks associated with drilling [2][5] Company Developments - The Phase 1 drill program confirmed hypogene copper mineralization and strong breccia controls, correlating with previously identified high-grade copper intercepts [6][7] - ExploreTech has been reaffirmed as the technical partner for the 2025 Phase 2 exploration, reinforcing Giant Mining's commitment to American copper independence [7] - The company has secured funding for the next phase of drilling at the Majuba Hill project, which is located in a top-ranked mining jurisdiction in Nevada [12][13] Market Context - Copper prices have surged over 40% year-to-date, reaching a peak of US $5.72 per pound, driven by strong demand and tightening global supply [4][5] - The initiative aligns with bipartisan support for revitalizing domestic supply chains in critical metals, emphasizing the importance of reshoring copper production for national security and energy transition [5][16] Project Characteristics - The Majuba Hill project spans 9,684 acres and is well-positioned with solid infrastructure, including access to roads, power, and water [12][13] - Historical production and extensive drilling indicate a potentially large mineralized body with significant expansion potential [13][17] - The company employs a robust QA/QC program to ensure the integrity of its exploration and drilling processes [14]