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An informational infographic titled "Namibia's Diamond Breakup: The Case for Change" organized into three color-coded vertical columns highlighting an economist's recommendation for Namibia to sever ties with De Beers.

Economist Urges Namibia to Sever De Beers Ties and Market Diamonds Independently

Prominent economist Robin Sherbourne has advised the Namibian government to consider exiting its joint venture with De Beers, urging the nation to buy out Namdeb and independently market its high-grade natural diamonds. Speaking in Windhoek on the state of the domestic economy, Sherbourne raised critical questions regarding the current setup—where 50/50 joint venture Namdeb aggregates

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An infographic titled "A New Era of Transparency: GIA Acquires One-Third Stake in Tracr Diamond Tracing Platform," set against a glowing blue world map with interconnected digital nodes. In the center is a large, stylized diamond split into two sections: a smaller glowing green section representing GIA's new one-third stake, and a larger silver section representing De Beers Group's remaining two-thirds stake. Arrows point toward the diamond from the GIA logo on the left and the De Beers Group and Tracr logos on the right. The left side features icons tracking a diamond's journey from mine to sorting to the final gem, leading into the Tracr logo. Below the central diamond, a series of 3D glowing blue blockchain cubes are linked by arrows, labeled at the bottom as "Blockchain-Backed Diamond Provenance."

A New Era of Transparency

GIA Snaps Up One-Third Stake in Diamond Tracing Platform Tracr The diamond industry just took a massive leap toward total transparency. Opening day at the JCK Las Vegas trade show kicked off with a major announcement: the Gemological Institute of America (GIA) is officially acquiring a 30% shareholding in Tracr, the blockchain-backed diamond provenance platform

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The Future of Lab-Grown Diamonds: Trends and Innovations

The Future of Lab-Grown Diamonds: Trends and Innovations

Current Trends in Lab-Grown Diamonds Abstract: The laboratory-grown diamond (LGD) sector is undergoing a profound structural transition. Driven by exponential advancements in Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD) and High-Pressure High-Temperature (HPHT) synthesis, LGDs have transitioned from industrial abrasives to mainstream jewelry and high-tech applications. This paper synthesizes current research trends, focusing on the erosion of the

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Split image showing the historical Kimberley diamond mine (left) and a modern underground South African diamond mine (right). Portraits of Cecil Rhodes and Ernest Oppenheimer are featured. The text reads "THE SOUTH AFRICAN DIAMOND LEGACY", with two brilliant-cut diamonds and the South African flag. It visually represents the evolution of diamond mining in South Africa.

The Kimberley Legacy

The Kimberley Legacy: De Beers and the Evolution of the South African Diamond Industry. South Africa is not just a major diamond-producing nation; it is the birthplace of modern industrial-scale diamond mining and the foundation upon which the world’s most enduring diamond conglomerate, the De Beers Group, was built. The industry’s history here is a

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Diamond facts infographic showing crystal structure, formation diagram, a burning brilliant-cut diamond, rough diamonds on a scale showing '200 carat', industrial drill bits, and a microchip. The image illustrates the Four Cs, geological origin, and industrial uses of diamonds.

The Enduring Allure of Diamonds 💎

Diamonds, the hardest known natural substance, have captivated humanity for centuries. Coveted for their brilliance, durability, and rarity, these crystalline forms of carbon are more than just beautiful gemstones; they’re a testament to geological forces and scientific intrigue. Formation and Properties A diamond’s journey begins deep within the Earth, typically 150 to 200 kilometers below

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A sparkling, large, brilliant-cut diamond resting on a gold-flaked mound, surrounded by pomegranates, challah, apple slices, honey jars, and shofars, set against a blurred city skyline seen through a window. The Hebrew words "שנה טובה" (Shana Tova) hang above.

New Year Brings New Beginnings

Letter from WFDB President Dear Friends,  As we usher in the Jewish New Year, I want to share with you several positive developments in the diamond industry that inspire both encouragement and optimism. To begin, I extend sincere congratulations to the AWDC and the European Union for successfully securing a zero-tariff agreement on diamonds polished

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