THE CATALYST

Geologic AI is transforming the mining industry by integrating advanced artificial intelligence and sensor technologies to revolutionize mineral exploration and resource development.

Here’s how their approach is advancing mining:

• Real-Time Drill Core Analysis: Geologic AI’s platform combines a range of sensors—including hyperspectral imaging, X-ray fluorescence (XRF), 3D imaging, and laser-induced breakdown spectroscopy—with sophisticated machine learning algorithms. This fusion enables the real-time scanning and high-resolution analysis of drill core samples, delivering immediate mineral identification and lithology interpretation far surpassing traditional lab techniques in speed and precision.
• Accelerating Discovery and Improving Sustainability: By instantly processing geological data, Geologic AI reduces the time, cost, and guesswork typical of mineral exploration. Geologists and investors gain actionable insights faster, which leads to fewer unnecessary drill holes, reduced environmental impact, and smarter resource modeling decisions.
• Global Impact and Industry Adoption: Geologic AI’s solutions are already in operation across projects on five continents. Their technology is supporting mining giants such as BHP and Rio Tinto in accelerating critical minerals discovery, especially those essential for clean energy and electrification, like lithium, copper, and rare earth elements.

Recent Funding:

In July 2025, Geologic AI secured $44 million in Series B funding, led by Blue Earth Capital and joined by BHP Ventures, Rio Tinto, and Breakthrough Energy. This strategic investment will fuel the global expansion of their AI-driven platform, further development of proprietary technologies, and deepening of their footprint in key mining jurisdictions. This funding signals industry confidence in Geologic AI’s ability to address the sector’s urgent needs, expediting mineral discovery, enhancing efficiency, and strengthening.

Author: Mohamed Hersi, Licensed Environmental Engineer (P.E.)