NewsBrief January 3, 2024 Five Diamond-Industry Developments to Watch This Year The ongoing Russian-sanctions saga and two big deals for Botswana are among the hot topics for 2024. A Good Holiday for Gold Hoops, and Other Jewelry Trends Discussions on Facebook group Jewelers Helping Jewelers point to a decent season for the trade. Unleashing AI in the Jewelry Retail World Artificial intelligence may have big potential for jewelers, but it comes with challenges, says expert Ross Cockerham. Behind the Gavel: Meet Dianne Batista of Rago/Wright Auctions The senior specialist and director of fine jewelry and watches talks about her evolution from art history student to in-house jewel expert. Trending Stories The Individuals Who Shaped the Diamond Industry in 2023 The 10 Most-Read Stories of 2023 US (Finally) Removes Origin Loophole for Russian Diamonds Events Rapaport Melee Auction January 16-25 New York & Dubai More Details RapNet Diamond Index (RAPI™) Diamond Data Size Index Weekly Monthly Y2Y  0.30 ct 1,417 0.21% 0.95% -4.48%  0.50 ct 1,986 0.70% 2.48% -25.55%  1.00 ct 5,989 -0.13% 0.34% -20.45%  3.00 ct 21,974 -0.19% -0.55% -11.41% Rapaport Investment Grade Diamonds

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