【New York, US】IGI Acquires AGL
Editor’s NoteThis strategic alliance between IGI and AGL expands global access to colored gemstone certification, diversifying revenue and fueling…
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【India】India to Assume Chairmanship of Kimberley Process from January 2026
Editor’s NoteIndia’s upcoming leadership of the Kimberley Process in 2026 marks a significant endorsement of its role in fostering a transparent and…
【India】India to Lead Global Fight Against ‘Conflict Diamonds’ from 2026!
Editor’s NoteIndia’s upcoming chairmanship of the Kimberley Process in 2026 marks a pivotal moment for the global diamond trade, reflecting the…
Responsible Jewellery Council Appoints New Leader
Editor’s NoteThe Responsible Jewellery Council has appointed a new leader to enhance its mission of promoting ethical and sustainable practices…
【Panna, Madhy】Years of Wait Over, Panna’s Diamond Gets GI Tag, to Gain Recognition on Global Platform
Editor’s NoteThis article highlights the significant milestone of Panna’s diamond industry securing a Geographical Indication (GI) tag, a recognition…
【Jerez, Spain】Isabella Seijo, the Jerez Jeweler: From Inheriting a Business to Shining on TV, Social Media, and in High Jewelry
Editor’s NoteThis profile highlights how Isabella Seijo, a fourth-generation jeweler from Jerez, is bridging tradition and modernity. By leveraging…
【Ecuador】Which Financial Institution Guarantees Quality and Ethics with International Certifications?
Editor’s NoteBanco Bolivariano has secured recertification of two critical international standards—ISO 9001 for quality management and ISO 37001 for…
The Myth of ‘Risk-Free’ Gold in the Global Gold Industry
Editor’s NoteThis article challenges the widespread belief in “risk-free” gold, highlighting the environmental and ethical complexities often hidden…
【USA】GIA Changes Its Lab-Grown Grading (Again)
Editor’s NoteThe Gemological Institute of America (GIA) has announced a significant change to its grading system for lab-grown diamonds. Starting…
【Antwerp, Bel】Reciprocal Tariff Clouds Bring Diamond Industry to a Standstill; Antwerp’s Shipments Drop to One-Seventh
Editor’s NoteThe global diamond industry, valued at $82 billion, is facing unprecedented disruption as trade tensions and tariffs take a severe toll….