【Berlin, Germ】”Stiftung Warentest Finanzen”: Fairly Produced: What You Need to Know About Eco-Gold
Editor’s NoteThis article highlights the growing demand for sustainable and ethical investment options, specifically in the gold market. It addresses…
Supply Chain Transparency
Supply Chain Transparency: How Data Illuminates Consumers’ Ethical Choices
Editor’s NoteThis article highlights a critical shift in consumer behavior, where demand for verifiable ESG data is replacing acceptance of mere…
Unmasking the Supply Chain: How Blockchain Brings Transparency and Trust
Editor’s NoteThis article examines the critical issue of supply chain opacity in industries like jewelry, where verifying ethical sourcing and…
Debunking Blood Diamonds: How the Industry is Combatting Conflict Diamonds
Editor’s NoteThis article discusses the regulated nature of the diamond industry, highlighting the Kimberley Process—a UN and WTO-mandated system…
【Kandy, Sri L】Sri Lanka: The Uncomfortable Truth Behind Your Cup of Tea
Editor’s NoteThis article investigates the ethical claims of major tea brands, focusing on conditions in Sri Lanka’s renowned tea-growing regions. It…
【France】French Furniture Brand Ligne Roset Partners with Luxury Digital Authentication Platform Trust-Place to Launch Its First ‘Digital Passport’
Editor’s NoteFrench furniture maker Ligne Roset has partnered with digital authentication platform Trust-Place to launch its first product with a…
【USA】’Unclear’ US Diamond Rules Signal Move to Traceability
Editor’s NoteNew U.S. import requirements for diamonds, mandating a “country of mining” declaration from April 2025, aim to enhance supply chain…
The Jewellery Industry Loves Recycled Gold. Is That a Good Thing?
Editor’s NoteAs major brands increasingly adopt recycled gold, the industry faces new questions about standards and verification. This article…
Russian Diamond Sanction Plan Likely to Be Delayed, Again
Editor’s NoteThe implementation of a full traceability system for Russian diamonds is now expected to miss its March 1, 2025, deadline, according to…
【Wroclaw, Pol】Ethical Diamonds? It’s Possible Thanks to Nanotechnology
Editor’s NoteThis article highlights a significant technological advancement in the fight against conflict diamonds. While international laws exist…