South African billionaire Wiese returns to his diamond-hunting roots

The 82-year-old serial investor has dived into something that harkens back to the start of his storied career nearly half a century ago.

Bloomberg News | February 26, 2024 | 9:23 am

What to expect in 2024 after diamond sector’s price plunge

Going into 2024, it is likely that miners will release into the market at least some excess stock they hold on any sign of a demand recovery.

Paul Zimnisky | February 25, 2024 | 6:45 am

Anglo American to review assets after writedowns and profit plunge

The miner has announced a $1.6 billion impairment charge on its De Beers diamond business owing to faltering demand.

Reuters | February 22, 2024 | 9:51 am

TIMELINE: Anglo American’s efforts to tackle weak commodity prices

Anglo American said it will review its assets after a 94% plunge in annual profit.

Reuters | February 22, 2024 | 6:49 am

Lucara Diamond unearths over 530-carats at Karowe mine in Botswana

Recoveries include a 320-carat gem-quality, an 111-carat Type IIa white stone and two +50-carat stones.

Staff Writer | February 21, 2024 | 1:28 pm

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.

Staff Writer | February 21, 2024 | 6:06 am

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.

Reuters | February 19, 2024 | 9:30 am

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.

Staff Writer | February 14, 2024 | 3:06 pm

New method could simplify detection of diamond deposits

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

Staff Writer | February 11, 2024 | 6:06 am

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Botswana wants quick separation of De Beers from Anglo

Gem Diamonds finds sixth 100+ carat stone in 2024

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