IDEX Online - IDEX Memo

New York Times: 'Diamond Sales Down to a Trickle Over Fraud Allegations'

Thu, 24 May 2012 12:49:00 GMT

No, this headline did not appear on the front page of the most influential newspaper in the world, but it may if members of the industry don't start demanding action in the recent lab-made diamond case.

Expanding the Scope in the Name of Decency

Thu, 17 May 2012 17:32:00 GMT

The WDC this week voted in favor of discussing a change to the definition of conflict diamonds as described in the KP Core Document. While not binding, it is a much-needed evolution. But will it actually result in any change?

Walking the Line in the Name of Others

Thu, 10 May 2012 13:00:00 GMT

A new Nintendo strategy game, soon to be released is made of common motifs: a somewhat real background, a series of activities to build your position – and behaviors that are unacceptable in the real world.

The Darwin Principal

Thu, 3 May 2012 11:00:00 GMT

Gemologist extraordinaire Antoinette Matlins asked "Is the world of diamonds as you've known it about to change forever?" The answer is yes. The question that arises is in what way the industry will change and will people remember to adapt.

Who's Hoodwinking Who?

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 08:49:00 GMT

Sometimes accused of evading justice, a closer examination of the diamond industry portrays a very different picture. Recently, a court agreed with the industry in a ruling that traders and bankers alike should study.

Be Generous with Staff, It’s a Great Investment

Thu, 19 Apr 2012 11:00:00 GMT

Danielle Max on why treating your employees well – even if it costs you money – pays dividends in return.

The Inevitable Change of Spring

Thu, 5 Apr 2012 11:00:00 GMT

Winter is over and spring is in full bloom. It’s a time of renewed growth, fresh beginnings and many changes. What is going on now and where it's taking us.

Rio's Diamonds on the Block: The Breakup, Disintegration and the Eastern Allure

Thu, 29 Mar 2012 12:00:00 GMT

Is the diamond mining sector disintegrating? How selling Rio's diamond mines will influence the industry, rough prices, tenders and the mining landscape. The options, figures and bidders at BHP and Rio.

Don't Knock it If You Don't Get It

Thu, 22 Mar 2012 11:00:00 GMT

Pundits in the financial press are criticizing diamond funds, exposing in the process great ignorance. What did they miss, and what is the promise funds have for investors and the diamond industry.

A Damning Trail of Smuggling, Money Laundering and Kosher KP Certs

Thu, 15 Mar 2012 12:39:00 GMT

Smuggled from southern Africa through Guinea to Lebanon, the hard data on the trail of money laundering and falsely approved rough that may haunt the diamond industry – unless KP springs into action. It's just a matter of choice.