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So/Facet raises ₹10 crore to build lab-grown diamond brand

by Ignacia Vera

Sales are set to begin online in November 2026, followed by plans to open over 30 premium stores within three years. So/Facet, a lab-grown diamond jewellery brand founded by former Unilever executives Aarushi Agrawal Naulakha and Abhishek Naulakha, has raised ₹10 crore in a seed funding round led by Sauce. This marks the startup’s first institutional funding and Sauce’s maiden investment in the lab-grown diamond space. The funding round included…

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According to the Polytechnic, ongoing financial pressures and operational constraints, combined with an unstable education system, have made continued operation unsustainable. George Brown Polytechnic Halts New Enrollment in Jewellery Programs for 2027-28 Effective immediately, George Brown Polytechnic will no longer accept new applicants for its jewellery-related programs beginning with the 2027-28 academic year. The institution attributes this move to evolving federal immigration policies targeting international students, financial viability concerns, and…

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Jewellery retailers adopt AI to streamline visuals

by Ignacia Vera

Artificial Intelligence is dominating conversations within the jewellery retail industry. Artificial Intelligence (AI) is dominating conversations in the retail industry, particularly in jewellery businesses. However, much of the discussion remains disconnected from the daily realities of these businesses. Retailers are hearing plenty about consumer-facing tools, but less about how technology can relieve operational bottlenecks in content production, customization, and visual consistency. Jewellery businesses are now quietly adopting automation and AI…

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Indian Jewellers Adopt Lightweight Trends Amid High Gold Prices

Indian jewellery retailers adopt lightweight trends to navigate high gold prices during...

Francisca Fuentes • Oct 25, 2026 • Auction Watch

Indian Jewellers Adopt Lightweight Trends Amid High Gold Prices

D hanteras 2026 drives Indian jewellery sales despite high gold prices. Jewellery retailers across India are preparing for Dhanteras 2026, a key festival that traditionally drives significant sales of gold, silver, and precious items. However, this year's market presents...

unique challenges and possibilities as consumers deal with raised precious metal prices and evolving preferences. While festive buying remains a cultural tradition, shoppers are increasingly selective about what and how they purchase, focusing on value and versatility. Festive Demand Shaped...

Digital gold market poised for massive growth

Digital gold could unlock $700 billion in untapped demand, with the market...

Ignacia Vera • Oct 22, 2026 • Cut Chronicles

Digital gold market poised for massive growth

A stack of gold bitcoin coins placed on a laptop keyboard, symbolizing digital currency and finance. Photo: https://kaboompics.com//Pexels Digital gold could unlock as much as $700 billion in untapped demand over the long term, according to a new...

report by the World Gold Council and Boston Consulting Group. The estimate reflects potential rather than a near-term forecast, with the current market valued at just $45–55 billion—less than 1% of the $13 trillion global gold market. The report defines...

Ashley Graham discusses OMEGA partnership and watch philosophy

Ashley Graham discusses her OMEGA partnership and watch philosophy with Jewellery Business,...

Carolina Lopez • Oct 19, 2026 • Gem Sourcing

Ashley Graham discusses OMEGA partnership and watch philosophy

G raham joined OMEGA’s ambassador roster in 2024, becoming part of the brand’s celebrity run. Supermodel and entrepreneur Ashley Graham has become a dominant figure in modern fashion, using her platform to reshape conversations around beauty and representation. Her...

influence extends beyond the runway, where she recently appeared in the highly anticipated sequel The Devil Wears Prada 2. The film has already drawn hundreds of millions at the box office, and Graham’s cameo reflects her growing cultural power within...

August’s birthstones now include peridot and sardonyx

August’s birthstones now include peridot and sardonyx, joining a centuries-old tradition that...

Francisca Fuentes • Oct 15, 2026 • Cut Chronicles

August’s birthstones now include peridot and sardonyx

A ncient Egyptians revered it as the "gemstone of the sun," believing it provided protection and good fortune. August’s birthstones hold significance beyond their decorative appeal. While most months feature two or three traditional gems, August distinguishes itself with...

a long-standing tradition that recently expanded. For centuries, the month was associated with a single stone in both American and European customs. In 2016, however, a third gemstone joined the official list, giving August three birthstones instead of one. The...