Conflict Minerals: How Technology Can Stop Blood Diamonds

Nov 27, 2018 | Borgen Magazine
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Diamonds are associated with many joyous and happy occasions: engagements, birthdays, anniversaries and even winning the Superbowl. For many people, diamonds represent wealth and personal milestones. However, for the many people involved in the diamond supply chain, the reality is a much darker picture. “Blood diamonds” have received their graphic name due to the violent, unethical and horrific conditions in African diamond mines.