Group 1 - Two friends from Western Australia discovered gold worth over 160,000 AUD during a prospecting mission, with one gold nugget valued at over 5,000 AUD per ounce [1] - The discovery took place in Sandstone, located approximately 400 kilometers northwest of Kalgoorlie-Boulder, highlighting the area's potential for gold mining [1] - The Perth Mint's June pricing indicates the significant value of gold found in the region, with one nugget weighing 895 grams [1] Group 2 - Victoria is experiencing a new gold rush, particularly in the "golden triangle" formed by Bendigo, Ballarat, and Wedderburn, attracting aspiring prospectors seeking affordable land [3] - Concerns about the state government potentially designating currently accessible Crown land as national parks have led to increased interest in purchasing inexpensive bushland [3] - Many retirees are relocating from Melbourne to pursue gold prospecting as a hobby, with land parcels ranging from 4 to 40 hectares being sold rapidly [5] Group 3 - The majority of gold, approximately 60%, is found in Western Australia, with primary deposits located in Kalgoorlie's Super Pit, Granny Smith, St Ives, Norseman, and Mount Magnet [7] - Other regions with gold resources include Queensland, Northern Territory, Victoria, New South Wales, Tasmania, and South Australia, where gold is often mined alongside copper and uranium [7] - Gold is typically dispersed in rocks and soil, with only certain areas having sufficient concentrations to make mining economically viable [7]

【环球时报综合报道】编者的话：今年以来，随着特朗普政府不断削减美国高校及研究机构经费，越来 越多美国科研人员将目光投向海外，欧洲各国政府及研究机构掀起被美国"政治新闻网"欧洲版形容 的"知识淘金热"，争先恐后地增加自身对美国顶尖科研人才的吸引力。比如，根据欧盟现行政策，移居 欧洲的美国研究人员最高可获得450万欧元的资助。美国目前的人才流失情况如何？哪类研究人员最受 欧洲国家欢迎？欧洲各国能否把握住这波"淘金热"的机会呢？针对上述问题，《环球时报》记者近日进 行了调查，发现欧洲各国对美国研究人员的吸引侧重点各有不同，砸重金"抢人"的模式也面临一些争议 和质疑。 所谓的 " 美国梦 " 已不复存在 "我有一个朋友不得不开启线上众筹来维持她在美国实验室的运转。"目前正在立陶宛维尔纽斯大学工作 的美国生物化学博士斯蒂芬·琼斯告诉《滚石》杂志，2020年美国总统选举期间，他在得克萨斯大学完 成了博士后工作，尽管当时特朗普没有赢得选举，但在新冠疫情暴发期间，反科学情绪在美国社会蔓 延，对比之下，欧洲更有吸引力，因此他和妻子选择离开。 时至今日，琼斯很庆幸自己的选择，他说他的研究资金比以往任何时候都要稳定，他不需要把学生 ...

2025.04. 28 本文字数：2511，阅读时长大约4分钟 导读 ：相较于传统金店，银行正成为年轻人的"淘金圣地"。 作者 | 第一财经 王方然 近期，国际金价剧烈波动，却意外点燃了年轻人的"淘金热"。 4月22日，COMEX黄金期货、伦敦现货黄金分别突破3500美元/盎司，创历史新高，随后开始回 落。截至28日记者发稿，COMEX黄金期货日内跌0.32%，报3288美元/盎司，伦敦金现日内跌 1.12%，报3281美元/盎司。 金价回调后，有人高位套牢，也有人逢低加仓。第一财经记者注意到，不少投资者将银行APP视 为"数字金店"，通过积存金、黄金ETF等产品低买高卖，甚至频繁兑换实体黄金。 黄金短期波动加剧下，已有银行悄然上调积存金起购门槛，部分实体黄金产品出现"售罄"或暂停交 易。银行正在黄金热潮带来的商机与风控间寻找平衡。 热衷银行购金 相较于传统金店，银行正成为年轻人的"淘金圣地"。 "我把银行APP当金店逛。"广东深圳一名95后黄金投资者阿芳（化名）告诉记者，尤其是在金价频繁 波动的阶段，每天都会抽时间看看持仓的积存金价格。价格降了就补仓，涨了就出手。偶尔兑换些实 体黄金。去年初至今，她持仓的积 ...

Core Viewpoint - Banks are becoming the preferred choice for young investors seeking gold, as they offer more flexible and accessible investment options compared to traditional gold shops [2][3]. Group 1: Market Trends - Recent fluctuations in international gold prices have sparked a surge in interest among young investors, with COMEX gold futures and London spot gold reaching historical highs of over $3500 per ounce before experiencing a pullback [2]. - Many investors are utilizing bank apps as "digital gold stores," engaging in activities such as accumulating gold, trading gold ETFs, and frequently exchanging for physical gold [2][3]. Group 2: Banking Sector Response - Banks have seen a significant increase in gold trading volumes, with Minsheng Bank reporting a gold trading volume of 2405.66 tons and a transaction amount of 13494.98 billion yuan in its 2024 financial report [3]. - In response to the influx of investors, several banks have raised the minimum purchase thresholds for gold accumulation products, with new thresholds ranging from 800 to 1000 yuan [4]. Group 3: Product Availability - Some banks have experienced intermittent shortages or pauses in the availability of physical gold products, with reports of certain gold items being sold out or requiring advance reservations for purchase [5][7]. - The demand for physical gold has led to temporary closures of purchasing channels for certain gold products at banks, indicating a strain on supply [7]. Group 4: Financial Performance - The total precious metal asset scale of 18 listed banks reached 7708.78 billion yuan by the end of 2024, marking a 70.2% increase from the end of 2023 [10]. - Major state-owned banks have shown significant growth in their precious metal asset scales, with the combined total for ICBC, Bank of China, CCB, and ABC reaching 6415 billion yuan, a growth of approximately 83.23% [10]. Group 5: Revenue Generation - The surge in gold trading has positively impacted banks' non-interest income, with banks earning from various fees associated with gold accumulation products, including transaction fees and price differentials [12]. - Banks are actively optimizing their gold trading services, extending trading hours and promoting gold accumulation products to enhance customer engagement [12][13]. Group 6: Technological Advancements - Banks are leveraging technology to improve gold trading processes, with initiatives to develop intelligent systems for efficient order processing and market analysis [13]. - Digital tools are being utilized to enhance customer service and product offerings in the gold market, reflecting a shift towards more tech-driven solutions in banking [13].