Secondhand Device Industry Steps Up Critical Mineral Recovery Focus

Published: Jul 13, 2026 10:15

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Resource Recycling reported that the secondhand mobile device industry is increasingly adopting AI, device-history tracking, data security and critical mineral recovery. The trend is relevant to e-scrap recycling, including copper and precious metals contained in mobile and IT equipment.

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