February 20, 2014

INFOGRAPHIC: How much do geologists make?

And why did Forbes rank Geology as the 7th most valuable college major?

February 19, 2014

Dubai Diamond Exchange installs synthetic diamond detector

Aims to facilitate detection and improve supply chain transparency

February 18, 2014

Diamond investing FAQ

Paul Zimnisky responds to frequently asked questions about investing in diamonds.

February 16, 2014

Nanodiamond-embedded contact lenses the latest approach to treat glaucoma

As a side benefit, the use of diamonds makes contact lenses more durable.

February 14, 2014

Petra gets $26m for its South African 29.6-carat blue diamond

Rock was sold to US luxury jeweller Cora International NY through South Africa-based Golden Yellow Diamonds.

February 14, 2014

Anglo American profit hit by strikes, logs $1.9 billion writedown

"We are not happy," said CEO Mark Cutifani.

February 13, 2014

Rio’s Walsh delivers: 15% dividend hike on higher than expected second-half profit

The miner has been among the most aggressive cost-cutters and plans to find a further $3 billion in savings this year.

February 10, 2014

Marange may not be the world’s largest diamond producer for much longer

Marange is currently ranked the largest diamond producing deposit on earth, but its days seem to be counted.

February 9, 2014

Environmental groups oppose Rio Tinto’s massive Indian diamond mine

Groups say the mine would lead to 'large scale' destruction of forested areas.

February 7, 2014

Money laundering, terrorism financing diamond trade in India, Israel, Belgium, Canada and the US — report

Global diamond trade is being used to launder illegal funds worth millions of dollars, claims polemic study.