De Beers Denies It Violated Sanctions on Russian Diamonds May 28, 2023 Allegations could harm negotiations with Botswana, media report claims. Industry
Podcast: Diamond Provenance at Scale May 24, 2023 De Beers’ acting VP of strategy and innovation discusses the Tracr-GIA partnership. Traceability
AGTA Calls for Ban on Term ‘Recycled’ May 7, 2023 Association submits recommendations to Federal Trade Commission for “Green Guides.” Social Responsibility
The Dirt on Greenwashing May 2, 2023 Hiding unethical practices behind a veneer of sustainability is a serious issue in the luxury sector. Social Responsibility
WJI 2030 Adds Seven Members to Its Board May 1, 2023 The new recruits come from a cross-section of the jewelry, diamond and fashion industries, as well as from civil society organizations. Social Responsibility
The Industry’s Russia Crisis: Formulating Sanctions March 16, 2023 The recent pledge by the G7 nations to develop new measures on Russian diamonds will have a lasting effect on the industry. Industry
The Man Helping Open Doors for Jewelers of Color March 5, 2023 Elliot Carlyle is on a mission to give underrepresented creators the resources they need to succeed. Social Responsibility
Podcast: The Path Toward Sustainability February 23, 2023 Rapaport’s Avi Krawitz chats with Iris Van der Veken of the Watch & Jewellery Initiative 2030 about the organization’s immediate and long-term goals. Social Responsibility
Joint Sustainability Project Puts Focus on Small Businesses February 12, 2023 UN teams up with Watch & Jewellery Initiative 2030 to help improve ethical practices. Social Responsibility
New Initiative Tackles Colored-Gemstone Traceability February 12, 2023 AGTA partners with Colorado School of Mines to bring transparency to African gem operations. Social Responsibility
