Policies & IssuesApr 21, 2023
Diamond Companies Sanctioned, Dealer Charged With Money Laundering Officials allege a “complex network” of entities helped Nazem Said Ahmad deal in diamonds and artwork in the U.S. despite being sanctioned.
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Policies & IssuesFeb 28, 2023
Tighter Sanctions on Russian Diamonds Are Likely Coming, JVC Warns New regulations could block the pathway that allows diamonds cut and polished outside of Russia to enter the United States.
Policies & IssuesFeb 16, 2023
JVC Really Wants Your Input on the FTC’s ‘Green Guides’ The guides, which monitor B2B and B2C environmental marketing claims, are up for revision for the first time in more than a decade.
Policies & IssuesFeb 02, 2023
Tiny Radioactive Capsule Lost in Australian Outback FoundA government official said search crews “found the needle in the haystack” when they located the capsule belonging to Rio Tinto along an 870-mile stretch of road.
Policies & IssuesJan 31, 2023
Rio Tinto Issues Apology After Radioactive Capsule Goes Missing The tiny capsule, which is believed to have fallen out of a truck, was lost somewhere along an 870-mile stretch of desert road.
Policies & IssuesJan 10, 2023
Rio Tinto Donates $2M to Kimberley Flood Relief“Once-in-a-century” floods have devastated the region, once home to the Argyle mine.
Policies & IssuesJan 05, 2023
The FTC Wants Your Input on Revising Its ‘Green Guides’Created to regulate environmental marketing claims and combat “greenwashing,” the guides are being updated for the first time since 2012.
Policies & IssuesSep 29, 2022
JA Members Return to Capitol Hill to Voice Jewelers’ ConcernsThe topics up for discussion with lawmakers included inflation, rising interest rates, hiring challenges, and crime.
SurveysJul 05, 2022
The 10 Most Popular Stories of 2022, So Far Stories on celebrity engagements and engagement ring trends attracted a lot of readers, as did articles about Alrosa and Betty White.
Policies & IssuesJul 01, 2022
U.S. Expands Sanctions to Russian GoldThe U.K, Canada, and Japan have also banned the import of gold originating from Russia.
MajorsJun 24, 2022
Banter by Piercing Pagoda Celebrates Pride with ‘SayGay’ NecklaceAll proceeds up to $25,000 will benefit the It Gets Better Project, a nonprofit that supports LGBTQ+ youth.
Policies & IssuesJun 06, 2022
RJC Elects New Member Forum RepresentativesThe elections took place at the organization’s recent annual general meeting.
Policies & IssuesApr 21, 2022
FTC Looking to Levy First Fine Under New ‘Made in USA’ Rules It has brought a complaint against a battery maker labeling its products as “Made in U.S.A” when some parts allegedly come from China.
SourcingApr 21, 2022
De Beers Slated to Begin Diamond Exploration in AngolaThe company has signed two Mineral Investment Contracts for license areas in northeast Angola.
Policies & IssuesApr 11, 2022
US Ratchets Up Sanctions on AlrosaAlrosa is now on the Specially Designated Nationals list, meaning U.S. companies need to stop doing business with it now.
Policies & IssuesApr 05, 2022
RJC Seeking Second Round of Comments on Code of Practices UpdateThe organization began updating its Code of Practices last year, focusing on mining, precious metals, colored gemstones, and labs.
EditorsApr 01, 2022
What Do We Mean When We Say ‘Responsible’? It’s a question that’s been on Editor-in-Chief Michelle Graff’s mind since Feb. 24.
FinancialsMar 16, 2022
India: A Global Gem and Jewelry Capital in the MakingAn undisputed leader in diamond processing and silver jewelry, India aspires to replicate this success and become "Jeweler to the World."
Policies & IssuesMar 14, 2022
US Bans Import of Russian DiamondsThe Jewelers Vigilance Committee has shared updated guidance on the executive order, which was issued Friday.
Policies & IssuesMar 08, 2022
De Beers Parent Company Speaks Out Against Russia’s Invasion of Ukraine Anglo American is also donating $5 million for humanitarian relief in Ukraine, it said in a statement.
Policies & IssuesMar 07, 2022
Alrosa Steps Down from Responsible Jewellery Council Board The company is also suspending its membership and halting financial support of the Natural Diamond Council.
Policies & IssuesMar 02, 2022
When It Comes to Russian Diamonds, Industry Is Watching, WaitingThe longer Russia’s assault on Ukraine continues, the more complicated the situation becomes for the jewelry industry.
Policies & IssuesFeb 25, 2022
Alrosa Lands on US Sanctions List After Russia Invades Ukraine The sanctions are not a total ban on doing business with Alrosa in the U.S., but they still will have an impact on the jewelry industry.
Policies & IssuesFeb 16, 2022
IAC, Hanna Holding Second Webinar in ‘Boldly Building’ SeriesScheduled for Feb. 23, it will focus on how major players in the jewelry industry are working toward net zero.
Policies & IssuesFeb 02, 2022
Jewelers Using Payment Apps Should Know This New Tax RuleFor tax year 2022, the IRS has substantially lowered the threshold for receiving a 1099-K for business transactions made via payment apps.
