【Northwest Te】Canada, Botswana… The New Lands of Diamonds
Editor’s NoteWhile South Africa’s dominance in diamond production has waned, its historical role remains pivotal. The Kimberley mine is the namesake…
Diamond Traceability
【Botswana; An】Joint Statement on G7 Diamond Sanctions
Editor’s NoteThis article outlines the implementation of the G7’s phased ban on Russian diamonds and the establishment of a new certification system…
【Antwerp, Bel】Diamonds in Turmoil: Sanctions Against Russian Stones Cripple the Industry
Editor’s NoteNew EU sanctions on Russian diamonds, effective March 1, are causing significant customs delays and supply chain disruptions in Antwerp,…
【France】Louis Vuitton Uses Blockchain Tech to Trace Natural Diamonds
Editor’s NoteThis article explores how luxury brands like Louis Vuitton are innovating with digital certificates to enhance the provenance and…
【Antwerp, Bel】QR Codes to Trace a Diamond’s Journey from Mine to Final Customer
Editor’s NoteThis article explores how startups like Belgium’s iTraceiT are using blockchain technology to create “digital twins” for diamonds,…
【Paris, Franc】Louis Vuitton Unveils Fine Jewelry Collection Featuring Traceable Diamonds
Editor’s NoteThis article highlights a significant step in luxury goods transparency. Louis Vuitton’s new jewelry collection, backed by blockchain…
【Paris, Franc】Louis Vuitton Joaillerie: The LV Diamonds Collection
Editor’s NoteThis article highlights Louis Vuitton’s latest foray into high jewelry with the LV Diamonds collection. Led by Artistic Director…
【Nyurbinsky D】Lab-Grown Diamonds: The Winners of the Late Sanctions Against Russia’s Diamonds
Editor’s NoteThis analysis, produced in collaboration with LiveEO, examines how the EU’s protracted sanctions process on Russian diamonds has…
【United Kingd】Diamond Traceability: Using Lasers to Engrave “Submicron Dots”
Editor’s NoteAs scrutiny over diamond sourcing intensifies, technology is offering new solutions for transparency. This article explores how…
【Brussels, Be】EU Targets Russian Diamonds with New Embargo Set for January 2024
Editor’s NoteThis article discusses the European Commission’s proposed embargo on Russian diamonds, citing concerns over their role in financing the…