February 21, 2024

Diamond, niobium play key role in development of quantum detection devices

Researchers have found a way to improve diamond adhesion —the bond between diamond and transition metal—using niobium.

February 19, 2024

Lucara Diamond revives sales deal with gem trader HB Antwerp

The Canadian miner said it will supply HB Antwerp with rough diamonds of 10.8 carats and above for 10 years.

February 14, 2024

Tiny diamond-tin-filled device could jumpstart work toward quantum internet

Device developed at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and the University of Cambridge could allow the quick, efficient flow of quantum information over large distances.

February 11, 2024

New method could simplify detection of diamond deposits

Geologists have established a link between diamond occurrence and the mineral olivine.

February 7, 2024

Botswana sets aside $65m to buy 24% stake in gem trader HB Antwerp

The deal would value the Belgian company, founded in 2020, at $275 million.

February 6, 2024

De Beers expands presence in Angola’s diamond sector

The world’s largest diamond miner by volume has inked agreements with Angola to boost diamond production and exploration.

February 5, 2024

Rio Tinto unit faces criminal case in Canada over injured worker

The accident took place on Jan 26, 2023 at the Diavik mine, which is located about 200 km (125 miles) south of the Arctic Circle in the Northwest Territories.

January 31, 2024

Swiss ban Russian diamond imports, joining latest EU sanctions

Bern has agreed to adopt the 12th round of sanctions implemented by the EU in December.

January 24, 2024

Plane carrying Rio Tinto workers crashes in Canada’s Northwest, six dead

Four passengers and two crew members died after a small Jetstream aircraft on its way to the company's Diavik mine crashed shortly after take-off.

January 23, 2024

Gahcho Kué diamond sales fall on weaker demand

Revenue declined to $243.7 million from 2.7 million carats sold at an average value of $90 per carat.