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Truth in Diamonds

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From mineworker oppression, to well-documented environmental problems, no industry is more primed for transformation than luxury diamonds. Founded in 2020, HB Antwerp is a for-profit business on a mission to make the diamond business more transparent, sustainable, and equitable through blockchain and cloud technology able to trackevery step of the diamond's journey. Co-founder Rafael Papismedov, joins hosts will.i.am and Omar Abbosh to discuss how HB Antwerp is disrupting the diamond industry by illuminating the entire process, partnering closely with the government of Botswana to empower its citizens, all while building a profitable business.


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