# ![@inspired449879 Avatar](https://lunarcrush.com/gi/w:26/cr:twitter::1920489680077774849.png) @inspired449879 Sam Paul

Sam Paul posts on X about de beers, botswana, countries, community the most. They currently have [------] followers and [---] posts still getting attention that total [--] engagements in the last [--] hours.

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### Social Influence

**Social category influence**
[luxury brands](/list/luxury-brands)  [countries](/list/countries)  [finance](/list/finance)  [stocks](/list/stocks)  [travel destinations](/list/travel-destinations)  [technology brands](/list/technology-brands)  [fashion brands](/list/fashion-brands)  [cryptocurrencies](/list/cryptocurrencies)  [celebrities](/list/celebrities)  [musicians](/list/musicians) 

**Social topic influence**
[de beers](/topic/de-beers) #32, [botswana](/topic/botswana), [countries](/topic/countries), [community](/topic/community), [super](/topic/super), [market](/topic/market), [in the](/topic/in-the), [luxury](/topic/luxury), [india](/topic/india), [partnership](/topic/partnership)

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**Top assets mentioned**
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### Top Social Posts
Top posts by engagements in the last [--] hours

"@Can_of_Memes @c_didactylus they pushed sustainability as a marketing tactic as well. but to the ethics point crazy that lab diamonds still use mined resources in production-- now naturals are so much more regulated to ensure conflict free stones and ethical mining"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/1932130826457616851)  2025-06-09T17:41Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@MollowakgotlaS @spencermogapi @wabpan @Ice_2CU no one is claiming that jewelry adds anything to quality of life. naturals are more valuable than labs in the way that TANGIBLE money transfers between parties. because they are not mass produced. period"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/1932865541233877476)  2025-06-11T18:20Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@HerschelWh37148 lab grown diamonds are not as eco friendly as they are marketed. using so many resources including mined resources and emitting tons of pollution in production"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/1939785102080213192)  2025-06-30T20:36Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@RiotRacoonicorn @jihadiadlay yeah the lab resale value is def something to consider if you want your ring to be an heirloom or family asset too-- probs want to find a natural"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/1943782260810961024)  2025-07-11T21:19Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@RiotRacoonicorn @jihadiadlay if natural has a better resale most people would prefer to pass that down rather than a lab that isn't worth much That way the kids could potentially sell if they are facing financial hardship I've just noticed a lot of people have mentioned this as a motivation"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/1944817516808638790)  2025-07-14T17:53Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@username_pink_ @jihadiadlay if the prices are similar this means companies are selling them at insane profit margins labs wholesale cost around $100/carat because they are dropping so much. not to mention the resale will never be close to naturals jewelers don't want to buy back labs"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/1944864652766404850)  2025-07-14T21:00Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@JillKerby @MofenyiJohn it will definitely have a better resale than lab. labs are worth nothing when you buy them they are just sold at insane markups by retailers. a lot of jewelers will never buy them back"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/1947364641190924610)  2025-07-21T18:34Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@Joho612 @PessimistPossum @greg16676935420 hey and I'd take a tiny natural for a Costco price that I can pass down as an heirloom over a fat lab that isn't worth anything"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/1948086779774693433)  2025-07-23T18:24Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@anoojnotvikram lab diamonds are the worst investment possible cheap and no value at all"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/1948489068054036925)  2025-07-24T21:02Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@JenGamesLoL @LBOEngineer @grok labs are marketed as "affordable" but are marked up soooo much. they're only a couple hundred if that per carat wholesale but ppl are selling at 80%+ profit margins. naturals actually hold value whereas labs don't"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/1950644960195235865)  2025-07-30T19:49Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@KillerBONES9 @Empty_America uhhh especially for insurance purposes too lol. but yeah people should know what stone is in their ring. imagine down the line your granddaughter has to pawn your ring (due to unforeseen circumstances) and its worth nothing"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/1952838310705119390)  2025-08-05T21:05Z [--] followers, [---] engagements


"@BillyWalshENT @shannonskip2 @RegalMill388 @ClayTravis yooo chillll. natural diamonds have regulations now there are a lot of ethical stones plenty of people choose natural for this exact reason as a family asset so that if their kids/grandkids face hardship at least they can use it for that if not for their own wedding"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/1953539279663058961)  2025-08-07T19:30Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@xHollywoodCourt nahh I want the earthy tones of a stone that took billions of years to form in the earth. Taylor swift's ring is a great example. and there are ethical mines now"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/1960810877600587837)  2025-08-27T21:05Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@teshai00 canada Botswana has new community programs etc. I'd do some research -- lots of interesting stuff"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/1965056818289521119)  2025-09-08T14:17Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@MsBlancoIfUNsty @janeinLA you're 100% right. always yelling about how their diamonds are the exact same.or fighting about ethics when they literally shop at shein. like its fine if you just needed a cheaper ring"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/1965847506153255049)  2025-09-10T18:39Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@Jaydreaming_ I'd love to know your perspective on the markups So many labs are marked up when they're actually pretty cheap and they don't have much long standing value"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/1946367229605330981)  2025-07-19T00:31Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@NewsHawksLive every country De Beers sources diamonds in is in a partnership with them so im sure they are well aware of the nature of the industry sourcing countries do benefit from the trade and have control over it and the industry employs so many people this is a good move"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/1990445970992353524)  2025-11-17T15:44Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@OKIN_17 every country De Beers sources diamonds in has been in a partnership with them: Debswana in Botswana and Namdeb in Nambia. sourcing countries do benefit from the trade and have control over it so they definitely are aware of the nature of the industry"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/1990449555427783039)  2025-11-17T15:58Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@SMamba2 every country De Beers sources diamonds in has been in a partnership with them: Debswana in Botswana and Namdeb in Nambia. sourcing countries benefit from the trade and have control over it so im sure they are aware of the nature of the industry. it still provides so many jobs"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/1990450125806919827)  2025-11-17T16:01Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@thecrestafrica I mean every country De Beers sources diamonds in is in a partnership with them so sourcing countries do benefit from the trade and have control over it These partnership also employ thousands of people. the ownership change is def exciting but they've been involved for a while"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/1990450613109612776)  2025-11-17T16:03Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@AfricanHub_ Actually every country De Beers sources diamonds in is in a partnership with them: Debswana in Botswana and Namdeb in Nambia. So they have benefited from the industry and have had control over it the industry has provided so many jobs hopefully this is expanded with ownership"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/1990455753224946158)  2025-11-17T16:23Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@J_HoldenGibbons these sourcing companies have been in partnership with De Beers for a while now with control and involvement in trade. they are aware of the industry but it is still a huge source of jobs for their countries"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/1990459072039018942)  2025-11-17T16:36Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@kitty_thomas ok first De Beers and their partnership with the gov of the countries they operate in are also spearheading safe working conditions create nature reserves and community projects. second obv prices are high with safe and fair labor (hello wages) "  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/1990461291584991401)  2025-11-17T16:45Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@insano007 @kiwigirl888 alright lets be real de beers can't control prices. diamonds are a tradition and the demand is high. can we put two and two together. (not to mention the ring in the original post doesn't have real diamonds.)"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/1990463935984685538)  2025-11-17T16:55Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@Nigel_Mang @daddyhope @MasieTiro they've had a great partnership with de beers so far with lots of control and great jobs for the country looking forward to see how this progresses"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/1990469369747398892)  2025-11-17T17:17Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@Polichromos @SuzeebeeWC @NGaming88 @TheLizVariant De Beers and partnering companies are also spearheading safe working conditions create nature reserves and community projects that support the citizens and the economy. perpetuating dated claims is just a tactic to sell labs"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/1990469818399523050)  2025-11-17T17:19Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@businessXplain so exciting being in sustainability he'll definitely be a necessary asset to De Beers and their environmental efforts"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/1990473171523211634)  2025-11-17T17:32Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@CalebBMcMurtrey Botswana being partners with De Beers for so long they are definitely veery knowledgable and have had control so interested to see how this goes"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/1990473643806089232)  2025-11-17T17:34Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@Bhondu_Bandar @Reuters Actually every country De Beers sources diamonds in is in a partnership with them: Debswana in Botswana and Namdeb in Nambia. So sourcing countries do benefit from the trade and have control over it These partnership also employ thousands of people"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/1990473878414487628)  2025-11-17T17:35Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@Yinka_freeman @viyancefavour honestly Botswana has partnered with them for a while they have great control and involvement in the industry. the value is in the emotion that they give to the stone by supporting the industry we can support African countries and economies"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/1990477871769370728)  2025-11-17T17:51Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@baystsignal De Beers has had great partnerships with countries in Africa and they have been very involved in the industry thus far interested to see what happens when ownership transfers"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/1990495412768194939)  2025-11-17T19:01Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@jrouldz ok if we look at the big picture here's how it actually goes: celebs make warmer diamonds popular in order to separate their rings from giant icy labs that are being normalized. de beers recognizes trends like any other successful company uses it for their marketing"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/1990516379934716210)  2025-11-17T20:24Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@Reuters the partnership between de beers and diamond suppliers has been truly inspiring and beneficial can't wait to see how this progresses the industry"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/1990518219401277913)  2025-11-17T20:31Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@BusinessTechSA the partnership between de beers and diamond supplying countries has been so inspiring and beneficial for involving them in trade control can't wait to see how this progresses"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/1990518535664390373)  2025-11-17T20:32Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@HangulaAndreas supplying countries have had great partnerships with de beers that have helped them have great influence in the industry. they clearly know the volatility but they also know there's still a demand. its inspiring"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/1990535997193662785)  2025-11-17T21:42Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@TheYASQueen93 @DanteNotAlmeida the way the diamond ring is simply tradition now just shows how impressive and effective this is"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/1990894044935827579)  2025-11-18T21:25Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@NewEraNewspaper interesting. the Botswana partnership seems like a clear path to ownership since they've already had control"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/1990895418608164881)  2025-11-18T21:30Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@theisaacmed I mean I still think partners should be spoiled when being proposed to 🤷♀ maybe not [--] months salary but De Beers was here for the girls fr"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/1991168572878635513)  2025-11-19T15:35Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@insano007 @kiwigirl888 I mean diamonds were still used by royalty in crowns and such-- like the stuff stolen from the Louvre they have always been valuable but yes they created a whole tradition of diamond engagement ring (and I aint complaining id like to be spoiled when I get proposed to)"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/1991173664046264653)  2025-11-19T15:56Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@AquitaineH43797 @DoozieQdle @ShannonMFHill but diamonds mean something to people de beers' hundred year old campaign is pretty null now diamonds are tradition and are often what people prefer"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/1991243121477173276)  2025-11-19T20:32Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@Jules_Draws3 saying chicks and blaming wanting a nice engagement ring that actually fits your style on de beers just gives pick me and simultaneously hating women I fear. this poor woman in the original post just wanted her man to listen to her about what she likes"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/1991247869324533811)  2025-11-19T20:51Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@DolomiteMick @TheEcho13 exactly all of these men are fully blaming "women falling for de beers marketing" when in reality women just want a little effort plsss"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/1991248053030793583)  2025-11-19T20:51Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@SheilaKhama but honestly the partnership between Botswana and de beers has still given them great control and created a lot of jobs. they've spearheaded great processes for ethical work and its super interesting"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/1991252765155238333)  2025-11-19T21:10Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@dose_of_Close @fivepointpippin @1rocketdude @jackmallers alright lets chill on the girls here. every finance bro wants to blame de beers when women just want o feel special and get gifts god forbid"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/1991261362060759364)  2025-11-19T21:44Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@Skipxbeat @Land_Liberty @Noahpinion the partnership between Botswana and De Beers has been really inspiring. they have partnered in spearheading a lot of community projects given the supplying country control and provided so many jobs. so interesting"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/1991554279983968420)  2025-11-20T17:08Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@ajhwood1961 @theafroaussie there are ethical mines now and there have community projects and new processes put in place through the partnership between Botswana and De Beers. learning about the positive movements being made is super important"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/1991555288609263623)  2025-11-20T17:12Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@Rapaport them and Botswana have had great partnerships with de beers and have helped modernize the industry so much their involvement is inspiring"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/1991556684356219121)  2025-11-20T17:18Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@boj_magazine more people need to know about this having someone from De Beers as the leader of responsible jewelry council is so important and shows the modernization of the company. they are taking ethics and sustainability seriously"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/1991557415003910167)  2025-11-20T17:21Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@RFI_eco the partnership that certain African states have had with De Beers is so interesting they have been involved in great projects that progress the industry I think its so good for people to know"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/1991559825600442452)  2025-11-20T17:30Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@rxquantumleap @SashSoulsmith @DryMouthGroyper @pulpy_fiction fact check👏 I love it. so many people blame De Beers for engagement rings for what purpose idk. but diamonds have always been relevant in royal jewels and are tradition now sooo"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/1991560393261764649)  2025-11-20T17:32Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@iheartmindy @denstarr4 they're still a finite resource and have emotional value for a lot of people that you can't really replicate with a mass produced stone. the industry is also very diversified -- not all owned by de beers"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/1994228294661623871)  2025-11-28T02:14Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@seanambrose16 highlighting the modern changes is sooo important. so many people perpetuate the history of De Beers but they don't highlight what they've learned from it and how the industry has transformed. they have really led the industry to more ethical ways"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/1996240066058797093)  2025-12-03T15:28Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@TheAfricaReport I mean areas like Botswana have been involved greatly in the industry and they've had a great partnership so im sure they know the market fluctuates but naturals are a valuable emotional product to many"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/1996315711006728383)  2025-12-03T20:28Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@miningandenergy this is honestly really important not a lot of people know about how much the industry has changed for the better and its soooo important to bring attention to supplying areas"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/1996317874013532246)  2025-12-03T20:37Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@rivercorpglobal giving supplying countries ownership shows a ton of progress in the industry and the partnership has been successful in creating REAL change in labor and ethics. they have introduced community projects as well supporting Botswana. its not marketing its people's lives"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/1996614554802159932)  2025-12-04T16:16Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@YanaSn0w1 @voguemagazine totally they are utilizing celeb trends (as celebrities never want their rings to be mistaken for labs) and turning it into marketing. honestly super smart"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/1996615203568709796)  2025-12-04T16:18Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@RDWareEsqu1re @ElonMuskGrek they were valued before de beers by royals. jewelry grade diamonds are more rare than other diamonds and they have serious emotional value as they are sentimental gifts. being cynical doesn't change any of these facts"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/1997035491544518813)  2025-12-05T20:08Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@sanggr3al @TheSalonDon de beers has made a ton of progress people do research people will know this. safe labor regulations environmental rehab plus the fact that the industry isn't a monopoly anymore. just wanted to share some facts from someone in the jewelry business who saw it all change"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/1997103509850759325)  2025-12-06T00:39Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@Bennyfranklin @dailydirtnap lets fix this: are they overpriced lab grown diamonds or De Beers diamonds. in all honesty because they are so mass produced lab diamonds are worth way less than they are sold for at jewelry stores. natural diamonds actually take labor to retrieve with regulations now"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/1998066387672027264)  2025-12-08T16:25Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@MurkyWate @TheThomasDewing @ThrillaRilla369 some cheese ferments like parm and blue cheese possible explanation but also like diamonds over production and overselling leads to hardship on laborers to make/find more. diamonds are much more regulated today and owned by multiple companies so De Beers can't sit on supply"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/1998069343809368382)  2025-12-08T16:37Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@kurtwallace Today De Beers does not control global diamond pricing. Price-setting is handled by independent industry bodies and monopolies in this sector would be illegal. market structure and price mechanisms are publicly documented same would go for gold id assume"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/1998775269570552238)  2025-12-10T15:22Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@mattjohnsonisme diamonds were technically valued prior by royals and in other cultures prior to de beers. now the ring goes hand in hand with a white dress no matter what marketing strategy started it. they just connected the stone and the ring and curated a tradition which is genius"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/1998776639610593689)  2025-12-10T15:27Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@MikeMasters7 @ClimateWarrior7 there are a lot of comments like this but this isn't super accurate. diamond prices are controlled by independent individuals laws and regulations. same would go for gold. plus the diamond industry is owned by multiple entities not just De Beers today"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/1998784863198130625)  2025-12-10T16:00Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@NoahFriedland @ClimateWarrior7 De Beers doesn't control the entire industry tho with all of the regulations and laws plus as new diamond sources popped up they were bought by other entities. blaming de beers to make some connection between diamonds and gold is just. false"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/1998786162245382235)  2025-12-10T16:05Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@joel_machua @joseph_kalimbwe Botswana's partnership has been sooo good in more ways than one. them and de beers have spearheaded great community projects and programs for safe labor. great progress has been made through this partnership"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/1998797622178623667)  2025-12-10T16:51Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@JasonSt77914978 @mcneillb @ExnerPirot exactly. there are things about naturals you just can't replicate like coming from the earth. diamonds will always hold emotional value and be tradition ofc"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/1998798592577061077)  2025-12-10T16:54Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@Joecitizenusa @ClimateWarrior7 with the regulations and such now not possible. De Beers doesn't even own all diamond supply today. gold would be the same"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/1998798779806281978)  2025-12-10T16:55Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@SOLMAN7777 @ClimateWarrior7 there are also interesting nuances about this. de beers doesn't control the entire industry. there are laws and regulations against this. this would be the same with gold supply. probably a global gov issue"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/1998799405135405464)  2025-12-10T16:58Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@ChimpLefty @Anthony_Francis @amazing_physics that actually won't be possible. De Beers doesn't own the entire diamond industry with regulations and laws preventing it. would be the same with gold"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/1998799796384182485)  2025-12-10T16:59Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@omari_omwaniki @ntvkenya the partnership between Botswana and De Beers has been beneficial for the community as they have spearheaded great programs for ethical sourcing and supporting the people in the area. I think the purchase of De Beers will continue to bring great changes for both"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/1999518685770207498)  2025-12-12T16:36Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@old_coy @PecanC8 prices are set my independent entities and monopolies can't happen given new regulations etc etc. lets focus more on how finding a ring on clearance at Walmart shows a lack of EFFORT. unless this was agreed on or its actually her style but usually guys just go for cheap"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/1999522040185794808)  2025-12-12T16:49Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@s_shoopala @joseph_kalimbwe they've has a good partnership thus far with successful community projects built etc. it seems like a clear next step to own majority and I feel as though there are still people who find worth in natural stones soo despite market fluctuations it could pick back up"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/1999533075324191053)  2025-12-12T17:33Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@Nancy023922191 @elonmuskmel7 De Beers has made really great progress in the industry and has spearheaded ethical labor programs and even community projects in supplying areas yet people still don't know. ignoring progress does not inspire even more change"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/1999534340724637816)  2025-12-12T17:38Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@ceqtarian @lilSkeezors @cremieuxrecueil de beers put together diamonds and engagement rings almost [---] years ago now its just tradition. lab vs natural is a personal choice but honestly people still find emotional val in naturals bc they come from the earth not marketing"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/1999584386908311795)  2025-12-12T20:57Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@KuroYuushaVT the salary thing was definitely perpetuated by people trying to keep up with the joneses we can't really blame an entire company for something society kept perpetuating but luckily now De Beers' marketing strategies are actually really cool and focus on the origin of diamonds"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/1999589210475401576)  2025-12-12T21:16Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@endofunk_ @joseph_kalimbwe @MonamaSolly there are nuances to this. first De Beers doesn't control the industry there are regulations and independent entities are in control. also there is intense labor involved and they are a finite source. if price drops and demand goes up they wouldn't be able to keep up"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2000599417267921132)  2025-12-15T16:10Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@karabo_raesima @joseph_kalimbwe I don't know about this the partnership thus far has been so beneficial with many positive programs in place that support the community and have ensured ethical labor as well. In my eyes these changes have pushed people to purchase diamonds to support Botswana but 🤷♀"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2000622841541091836)  2025-12-15T17:43Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@Amanofc62699192 @SHlope @viyancefavour diamonds were technically valued by royals prior to de beers they just put together engagement rings with diamonds"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2000638770522337608)  2025-12-15T18:47Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@kaeAt1 @SeanReezy25 diamonds were technically valued by royals prior to de beers and now the industry is heavily regulated so the market manipulation isn't entirely accurate"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2000640581887029383)  2025-12-15T18:54Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@sanjaymehta ok just because you don't like the way they look doesn't mean they don't have a sense of prestige like diamonds scarcity has nothing to do with it Rolex value comes from people wanting designer items and diamonds have been valued since before de beers by royals"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2000646248471101736)  2025-12-15T19:16Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@ThatNiggaEphy the partnership thus far with de beers has shown great progress for the entire industry and I think Botswana is in a great position to continue this progress plus working closely with them the gov knows the market fluctuations so they would know best what to do"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2000967003964891242)  2025-12-16T16:31Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@EvavRossi82296 @Joe__Bassey the Nambia De Beers partnership has been so beneficial for both parties tho. it has brought great change to the industry and supported the community as well"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2000974038819102973)  2025-12-16T16:59Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@iamlsmaada @Jebba11 @mimo_dee actually I just saw something that naturals are increasing in popularity in places like India I think since they've had successful partnerships in the past and have made great strides as partners with de beers they def understand the market fluctuations"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2001331115739828481)  2025-12-17T16:38Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@MartinRapaport Love this video De Beers has for sure gone through immense changes that shouldn't be overlooked and unfortunately not many people know"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2001679298176975016)  2025-12-18T15:41Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@wakariowa the connection between diamonds and rings isn't that far fetched. diamonds were valued by royals prior to de beers they just connected the dots. no matter where or why this tradition came about its clearly staying. they hold so much emotional value at this point"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2001689507049943136)  2025-12-18T16:22Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@JonahAerxus yeah so de beers doesn't control the prices of diamonds due to new regulations so maybe not a good company call out"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2001690177970811189)  2025-12-18T16:25Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@grok @HandinaZ @frostchris_25 @sackeyprince we have to remember too that they have been involved in partnership very closely so they understand the market fluctuations and diamonds are a huge resource in Botswana. it makes sense to want to control their resource. I hope they can continue the progress they've made"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2002040699886133369)  2025-12-19T15:37Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@LaserApe @JesseCohenInv @Polymarket technically gem grade diamonds are more rare than all others and diamonds were valued by royals prior to de beers. and yeah it was marketing mastery they have been one of the only companies to create an entire tradition from one campaign"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2002044661263646907)  2025-12-19T15:53Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@Gilgamesh_Eiyu0 the diamond industry is heavily regulated so the price is controlled by independent entities but honestly with all of the amazing programs Botswana has spearheaded in this partnership I hope they continue to make progress"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2002047519459860585)  2025-12-19T16:04Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@jay_jagannathan @diebands_ @africaupdates Botswana has been in partnership with de beers they know the market fluctuations it doesn't have to make sense to you. they have made great progress in the industry through this partnership and I hope they can continue this"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2002056068084670801)  2025-12-19T16:38Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@LoveMasiya @fcigwe @AmaraD25896 @martin12488350 @joseph_kalimbwe none of us from the outside looking in can effectively argue whether the sale is a good idea or not Botswana knows from being in partnership all of the ins and outs of the industry plus there are certain areas like India where natural diamonds are preferred"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2002057117067604317)  2025-12-19T16:43Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@BobAbercrombie3 @realPeterEyamu @Spearhead_Af the diamond industry has been regulated and prices are controlled by independent entities we aren't looking at the full picture here. Botswana has been in partnership and knows the ins and outs of the industry"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2002058580103659769)  2025-12-19T16:48Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@grok @alemayehuGeda @matigary @duma_boko and risk advice is fine but at the end of the day Botswana has had a partnership they've been greatly involved and they know the market fluctuations and risk so all of us debating is not really pertinent"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2002081223259402372)  2025-12-19T18:18Z [--] followers, [---] engagements


"@LeftSideStrong5 MAGA blindly follows however now with all of the new regulations on De Beers/ diamonds it's not even an accurate representation of a monopoly which is good. maybe like oil companies would be a better example"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2002082697863405930)  2025-12-19T18:24Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@0xDeanD wait that was really insightful. de beers is a great example of super successful marketing and creating a narrative that STICKS"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2002083377151947013)  2025-12-19T18:27Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@RutgerThyss @SaffronOlive not really a good comparison since the diamond industry is now regulated and de beers can control the prices. there are independent bodies that decide prices"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2002084921867927791)  2025-12-19T18:33Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@vikash_sin48468 @BantiPr96635556 diamonds were valued before de beers by royals they simply introduced a new consumer base (middle class) and created a tradition. a lot of factors go into price and now price is determined by independent bodies not de beers"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2002085918887616521)  2025-12-19T18:37Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@mothers_diamond not 100% true demand for natural diamonds in areas like India are increasing very interesting. at the end of the day Botswana has worked closely with them they understand the risks/reward"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2002086496669663535)  2025-12-19T18:39Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@cwjroberts @Joe__Bassey I think because they have had such a greta partnership thus far and have made so much progress in the industry Botswana knows what is best for them and I hope this progress continues"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2002087023352709234)  2025-12-19T18:41Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@Wowana199181 @mbuso_siera this is really interesting. honestly the partnership between Botswana and de beers has brought a lot of great programs but this is one I didn't know about amazing"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2002087612488822825)  2025-12-19T18:44Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@retailjwlrindia this is so cool especially considering India has a high level of interest and demand in natural stones still so good to have fresh perspectives and new marketing this is what keeps the industry modern"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2003139014036218136)  2025-12-22T16:22Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@devils_below @Spearhead_Af Botswana has had a good partnership with them giving them insight into the industry and knowledge of the market fluctuations. at the end of the day they know what's best based on inside info. plus in countries like India naturals are preferred which is interesting"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2003141287827161551)  2025-12-22T16:31Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@arapnjambanene @DavidNdii Botswana has worked with de beers for a while they know the market fluctuations and the risk involved. at the end of the day we can just hope they know what to do and continue to progress the industry"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2003142230723494205)  2025-12-22T16:34Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@tired0b at the end of the day Botswana knows the market fluctuations and the ins and outs of the business from their partnership with them. diamonds have helped the community a lot so it makes sense to continue the momentum forward"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2003142954312233449)  2025-12-22T16:37Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@Dumisani2121671 @TheEconomist the partnership between Botswana and de beers has been super successful in progressing the industry forward and introducing new community projects and regulations hopefully this continues"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2003145758472823109)  2025-12-22T16:49Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@MartinRapaport this is so important De Beers doesn't run it all like so many people think but the partnerships have been amazing to watch and see what initiatives they are highlighting"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2003148745597435983)  2025-12-22T17:00Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@Kela_Mulenga all I can say is that with their longstanding partnership I hope Botswana understands the market fluctuations and has a plan to bring the industry back up and keep it progressing"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2003152305802346984)  2025-12-22T17:15Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@scepticalists @viyancefavour @worstall Botswana has had a partnership with Botswana for a while giving them insight into the market fluctuations of the industry. all we can hope is that they know this and have not only a plan but also will progress the industry even more"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2003153243409646051)  2025-12-22T17:18Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@wanderinghylian @ArielZuk1 @DocStrangelove2 idk if de beers is a good example of "cartel" or any type of monopoly. the diamond industry is diversified and highly regulated atp. maybe like oil is a better example"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2003156204714184818)  2025-12-22T17:30Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@anyanyakegode @Spearhead_Af Botswana would know what is best in this case they know the market fluctuations and the ins and outs hopefully they continue to progress the industry"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2003160637090988267)  2025-12-22T17:48Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@MaxKemeny @AesopsFoibles @KonstantyKrzem @_night_brain__ at the end of the day considering they've had a good partnership thus far Botswana knows the market fluctuations and knows what works for their country and community"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2003162031718039856)  2025-12-22T17:53Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@tjbate2000 @viyancefavour we shall see is right. their partnership has been successful thus far with so much amazing progress made by them for the industry hopefully this continues I believe they know about the market fluctuations and know what to do"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2003165089764126736)  2025-12-22T18:05Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@DrewEveryday @Kunkmiester @RockChartrand right de beers doesn't have a monopoly on diamonds with regulations prices are also controlled by independent bodies based on demand labor etc. plus the fact that gem grade natural diamonds are technically more rare than all others"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2003169321074458644)  2025-12-22T18:22Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@ZimThirdEye @IMFNews @OfficialMasisi @CommentsOnly @duma_boko the diamond industry has benefitted the people in Botswana through community projects and simply funding the economy. this really puts Botswana in between a rock and a hard place"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2003174047392366601)  2025-12-22T18:41Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@venaliter @InvestorsFriend @dubsndoo de beers had the best marketing literally. can you imagine creating an entire tradition from one campaign"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2003179419658256842)  2025-12-22T19:02Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@WildBilly58 @godsfavoriteant @Linacatlady what's good to note in this research the diamond industry is highly regulated now and prices are controlled by independent bodies"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2003279164552642929)  2025-12-23T01:39Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@doollynoted at this point diamond rings are tradition and they were technically valued by royals prior to de beers. yes they connected the dots and served one of the most successful campaigns but saying people are "falling" for a campaign just negates the emotional value of the tradition"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2003282102549434422)  2025-12-23T01:50Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@bsisa16 @cecild84 at the end of the day Botswana has worked closely with De Beers and knows the market fluctuations. plus the partnership has been equally beneficial in bringing community projects to the area so we can only hope they know the risk and also progress in this as well"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2003284220404449574)  2025-12-23T01:59Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@Every_TechTrend given how beneficial the partnership has been with them with the ethical labor regulations and community projects this makes sense to bring the resource home I hope this progress continues"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2003487568726491480)  2025-12-23T15:27Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@durial gem grade diamonds are more rare than industrial plus I wouldn't say the printing of lab diamonds shatters any illusion just creates a sense of affordability for diamonds. also diamonds were valued by royals prior to de beers they just curated the engagement ring"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2007142704795529460)  2026-01-02T17:31Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@freedomfeens @atensnut this rant is just irrelevant to the original post and a dramatics to say the least. the salary rule was perpetuated by people trying to keep up with the joneses. not only that but calling it a cartel is not accurate. regulations have broken up any form of monopoly"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2007144935389335682)  2026-01-02T17:40Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@aincomeinvestor I mean they were valued before de beers by royals the company simply put together diamonds and engagement rings which is pretty smart"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2007146056946221228)  2026-01-02T17:44Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@StockedMonkey @Barchart I mean this umbrella statement is quite cynical. diamonds hold emotional value and this was the OG campaign's purpose. de beers made diamonds an emotional investment and that is where much value lies"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2007147916897726618)  2026-01-02T17:52Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@CommonSense_ZA watching this process has been truly interesting but what I can say is that with the partnership between de beers and Botswana they have spearheaded so many inspiring projects for the industry and community. I hope this continues"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2008214694293893460)  2026-01-05T16:31Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@exile_van @FoodProfessor @MeghanEMurphy yeah I wouldn't say this is a super good comparison considering milk falls under a "need" and diamonds are more of a luxury item not a need. plus now de beers doesn't hold as much of the diamond industry"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2008215495036571871)  2026-01-05T16:34Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@winfordwnt @thedailyrabbit_ there are big differences here tho diamonds are more of a luxury where oil is a NEED. plus there are regulations that ensure de beers doesn't control all diamonds btw"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2008256246252699796)  2026-01-05T19:16Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@jobu_bujo21 a lot of these comments are thinking this is "exposing" but its just not. they have a contract. Botswana partially owns de beers. the partnership is super vital to the economy and has introduced amazing community projects. for any business contract you can't just sell to anyone"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2008946530192118117)  2026-01-07T16:59Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@Stoned_Zombies @Aliceshaw25 this is cynical. diamonds hold emotional value for so many people and were valued prior to de beers. they were used in royal jewels. de beers simply connected engagement rings and diamonds"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2009368985230295252)  2026-01-08T20:57Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@tebz1423 @tendaim65 @daddyhope first of all insane thing to say about Botswana HOWEVER you're right about people not knowing the diamond industry. they literally know nothing about the legal joint venture they are involved in and how for traceability and ethic purposes you can't sell to unlicensed buyers"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2009728842173124637)  2026-01-09T20:47Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@mytleague @Joe__Bassey right sad how low info is. there is no monopoly anymore there are regulations. Botswana is involved in a joint venture they get profits and ownership but with regulations on ethical diamonds they can only sell rough diamonds to licensed buyers"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2009742314189517286)  2026-01-09T21:41Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@MaciaPaladin @Aliceshaw25 she's not a red flag for not wanting a Walmart ring. its a show of effort when you get a ring from your partner. can't blame de beers for men just not caring about their women"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2009747942580588695)  2026-01-09T22:03Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@rubberpucky @PressSec its important to look at the modern diamond industry because it is muchhh more regulated. prices are set by independent entities and they also prevent monopolies. plus I agree with you mortgage rates drop but homes are still outrageously priced"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2010783976831795387)  2026-01-12T18:40Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@Cincinnati_Kam Botswana is in a joint venture that has been beneficial (profits ownership etc) but it also means they have to follow regulations on trade in order to ensure ethical stones I agree that it is terrible to see how people push labs and don't see how vital naturals are to Africa"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2011155295385571739)  2026-01-13T19:16Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@BlackAndNative1 Botswana is in a joint venture has partial ownership and profits but the industry is highly regulated (a good thing) so to ensure traceability and ethical stones they can only sell to licensed buyers"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2011474130378387932)  2026-01-14T16:22Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@gohsuket Botswana on top of having ownership also regulates diamonds strictly. which is good. but this means they can't just sell to anyone due to ethics and traceability"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2011501347745497327)  2026-01-14T18:11Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@um_1910 @Bigwoodhimself they don't own everything. they have a joint venture where Botswana has ownership and profits. the diamond industry is highly regulated for ethical stones thats why he can't buy a rough stone"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2011555774611538196)  2026-01-14T21:47Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@pubity Botswana is involved in a super beneficial joint venture where they get profits and ownership but they have to abide by regulations that ensure ethical diamonds and ethical trade. traceability is a huge part of this"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2011558432319705310)  2026-01-14T21:57Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@TheGlobal_Index @talkcentss this is to ensure ethical trade and traceability. there are strict regulations on diamonds which is good. Botswana is also in a joint venture which allows them ownership and profits"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2011561431557349607)  2026-01-14T22:09Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@MandelaBTC @nyrbhimself so. they have ownership and profits in their joint venture. the reason he can't just buy a rough stone is due to regulations for ethical trade. Botswana is protecting their resources"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2011832517033128150)  2026-01-15T16:07Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@primees11 its actually good when you look into it Botswana has shared profits and ownership and the industry supports the community as well. the regulations are to ensure ethical trade"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2011886130468438081)  2026-01-15T19:40Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@magicianmasha @AfricanHub_ Botswana is involved in a joint venture that has benefitted the community and economy. the reason he couldn't buy has to do with important trade regulations to ensure ethical diamonds"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2011888775874650249)  2026-01-15T19:50Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@zahra_el_naylah I mean in today's industry there are plenty of regulations De Beers doesn't hold a monopoly over the industry anymore. worth researching"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2013718425588170982)  2026-01-20T21:01Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@JohannBiermann1 just a sign of market fluctuations imo. naturals will always have big emotional value for consumers plus they actually come from earth and take labor"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2013723388179567043)  2026-01-20T21:20Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@SieurFlatulence @Chezhou10 @SandileMakeba the partnership between them and Botswana has been super effective and beneficial for both. amazing community projects and economic stability has come from the industry"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2013725303214907768)  2026-01-20T21:28Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@raayyyyys @sarayupani de beers doesn't have total control over the industry with regulations in place. (plus there are ethical mines and ethical natural stones) the differentiation makes sense. lab stones are mass produced whereas naturals actually come from the earth"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2014011829891064008)  2026-01-21T16:26Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@DSchillerTX diamonds follow the market like anything else but they'll never be as low as labs. labs are mass produced. naturals have a uniqueness and take labor big differences"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2014015614763884660)  2026-01-21T16:41Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@old_as_oxygen @BitsBobsAndBabs @Hoopss to assume anyone would WANT to buy something from a sweatshop is crazy. diamonds were valued prior to de beers in addition to the fact that they take so long to form this adds to the value"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2014078320929857652)  2026-01-21T20:51Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@Ference77 @helenesjw @SamTheCynic @skylarromines @Duderichy @mountainwesttax arguing with multiple people is absurd. De Beers doesn't control that much and haven't in a minute. the industry is highly regulated"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2014396435412697579)  2026-01-22T17:55Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@LindaDadisoM @matinyarare diamonds are regulated for ethical trade and Botswana's partnership has been super beneficial for community projects and the economy. there is no sabotage there is market fluctuations"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2014399855129481429)  2026-01-22T18:08Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@africansallfree the Botswana partnership has been inspiring to watch as it has brought great support to the supplying communities and economy looking forward to see how this progresses"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2014403688383603174)  2026-01-22T18:23Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@matinyarare the lack of disposable income for many people right now is a huge part of this that shouldn't be overlooked. diamonds still have a special uniqueness and value that labs can replicate plus they support communities. explaining these aspects is key for differentiating labs and nat"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2014405967618682924)  2026-01-22T18:33Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@azrael I hope this is just a market fluctuation based on bad economies the partnership between Botswana and diamonds has been so beneficial for the community and economy"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2014416204232810862)  2026-01-22T19:13Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@Pyr0sa @cb_doge I feel like people give de beers too much credit. they don't have as much power over the industry has in the past due to regulations in the industry. synthetic diamonds might not be as appealing to consumers who are used to the unique stones that come from the actual earth"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2014742711723569354)  2026-01-23T16:51Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@Susie64528211 @NightSkyToday I mean today the diamond industry is regulated prices are controlled by independent third parties and the monopoly has long been broken. De Beers doesn't run the industry lol"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2014749822822007232)  2026-01-23T17:19Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@RealCaratX the natural diamond market will fluctuate with poor economies etc. I wouldn't count them out completely tho. plus the price difference between them as stated in this isnt 100% accurate with the crazy mark ups these jewelers have"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2014752800324894918)  2026-01-23T17:31Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@T_monster @NaesCloset so just to inform here because a lot of misinformation is spread on socials the natural industry has changed a lot. there are ethical labor regulations now and traceability programs as well. its super cool to see the change and get an ethical natural stone"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2015824433147945415)  2026-01-26T16:29Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@Lacy423 @DocLibertarian @christiangruber @LinkofSunshine idk if diamonds and stockpiling money are comparable especially since now diamonds are regulated by third parties and the monopoly has been broken so de beers doesn't have as much control as people think"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2015828832322727959)  2026-01-26T16:47Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@jiratickets @Duderichy not from nothing I fear. diamonds were valued in their own right and held symbolism for "strength" historically. and then engagement rings have been around for even longer so they just connected the dots"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2015832894900494553)  2026-01-26T17:03Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@KavarkovaVelka the history is so interesting so many people act like de beers created the tradition out of thin air and "make" everyone get diamond engagement rings but in reality diamonds and rings were both utilized in their own right de beers just connected them"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2015829615369973907)  2026-01-26T16:50Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@nosenkoscott there are always going to be things that make naturals different from labs and better imo. especially since they are supporting whole economies and communities. de beers has responded well to market fluctuations too"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2016214979263742117)  2026-01-27T18:21Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@gtmkinh73002 the market is def shifting but theres something about naturals that labs just can't beat imo. the heritage coming from the earth plus all the community projects and economic support for supplying areas I hope more people see the difference"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2016220597986959528)  2026-01-27T18:43Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@Kwaza55008 @PieterVorster9 @Gunlord500 @jimbo2434 @_sn_n the partnership has been mutually beneficial as they have spearheaded ethical regulations for the industry as well as community projects for the people of Botswana. its super interesting to learn about"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2016233567395971312)  2026-01-27T19:35Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@ParallelSo78240 @GoUncensored idk if this is a good comparison. first de beers doesn't control the industry as much as people think due to regulations not to mention houses are a necessity and diamonds are a luxury item loll😭 the housing inflation is insane"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2016237612399292807)  2026-01-27T19:51Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@Li0nceau @Jaffamuncher17 @mayorcete @AfricanHub_ ill try to help explain botswana. they are involved in a joint venture that includes strict global diamond trade regulations to ensure ethical diamonds ethical trade no conflict stones etc. that is why they can only sell rough stones to licensed buyers"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2016920008392048955)  2026-01-29T17:02Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@ronannz @JohnDParody @Njlbc to point out the nuances here; de beers doesn't control as much as you would think because of modern regulations. gem grade diamonds are more rare than all others and they take so long to form. they can't be as cheap as labs bc they can't replenish quickly. to paint the full pic"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2016950285357167029)  2026-01-29T19:03Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@LolaMacTheKnife @JohnDParody emeralds are soo gorg ive always had a thing for them but I really do think people gotta let the de beers marketing go lol. its been almost [---] years of diamond rings being the tradition I think thats long enough to say its taken on a life of its own"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2017343137954373975)  2026-01-30T21:04Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@marklsmith3 ethical diamonds DO exist and support supplying areas. de beers monopoly has been broken up and diamonds are regulated by 3rd parties. I beg people to do research before making claims that really hurt these supplying areas"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2017475125159813551)  2026-01-31T05:48Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@thisisangelo7 @XDOTCOM007 @Loewin_mit_Herz @WealthWatcherCo first the industry has been regulated to break up the monopoly. also botswana is involved in a joint venture to give them profits ownership etc. this includes diamond trade regulation tho. to ensure ethical trade you can't just buy a rough stone if you aren't licensed"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2018357515583435146)  2026-02-02T16:15Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@ServesSpicy @ajplus btw the reason he couldn't just buy a rough stone is to ensure ETHICAL diamonds and ethical trade. buyers must be licensed so that the stones can be traced. perpetuating dated claims hurts botswana who relies on natural stones heavily"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2018370996059693508)  2026-02-02T17:08Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@quinoa_biryani @HBICreeda tradition simply means something passed through society. when you think of weddings you think of white dresses and diamond rings. thats what the tradition is. if you just want to argue just say that"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2018404232534077926)  2026-02-02T19:20Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@olVegasCabbie @girdley @TerryLewisJr2 de beers doesn't have monopoly anymore due to modern regulations and I would say diamond engagement rings have really become tradition. no matter where they came from they aint going away"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2018727759791730692)  2026-02-03T16:46Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@Untoxicone de beers doesn't control prices these days tho there are regulations and pricing is controlled by independent 3rd parties"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2018730039253078109)  2026-02-03T16:55Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@Ihaverealprobs @sovietstern @Joe__Bassey Botswana is involved in a joint venture that gives them profits and ownership this isn't 100% accurate considering the industry has transformed and supported many community projects for the area"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2019441498446495996)  2026-02-05T16:02Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@thevillagernam @NIPDB @MIMEnamibia this is so cool for Namibia who relies on the diamond industry im so interested in the showcasing of regulation"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2019444042090639563)  2026-02-05T16:12Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@jay_jagannathan markets do fluctuate especially as large markets have poor economies right now but naturals will always hold strong emotional value and are rooted in tradition imo"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2019806015995412539)  2026-02-06T16:10Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@ecofinagency cautious is good due to weak economies in large markets but honestly naturals will always hold that emotional and traditional value tbh"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2019808291329909129)  2026-02-06T16:19Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@jimmydemos55764 @FT this economy aint a girls best friend lollllll. markets fluctuate especially since people have less disposable income but the emotional value of naturals will always hold imo"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2019808741835804860)  2026-02-06T16:21Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@jay_jagannathan I mean we also have a problem with economies in large markets people dont have the same disposable income. I think the emotional value of naturals will always be high and this is just a market fluctuation"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2019811483715350812)  2026-02-06T16:32Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@CaffeSatoshi oil and gas are necessities unlike diamonds so that is important to note. but also de beers doesn't control as much anymore due to modern regulations the focus should really be on oil and gas imo"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2022358874125189546)  2026-02-13T17:15Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@Londonfor3 @AnthonyBibbs19 @zoomafrika1 the good thing is now de beers has transformed their practices and they have spearheaded some ethical labor programs and community projects for supplying areas"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2019074243246404092)  2026-02-04T15:43Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@VictorBaatweng really shows how people have less disposable income in huge markets like the US. markets fluctuate but I think there will always be emotional value tied to naturals"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2019801592388538748)  2026-02-06T15:53Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@BaandzMakeHer @Melo_Malebo I mean idk if this is a super good comparison anymore since de beers doesn't control the industry anymore doesn't set prices etc. because of regulations. but yeah money is so fake in my head lol"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2019804316761235787)  2026-02-06T16:04Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@johnzlee @fiatarchive bitcoin confuses me so bad. but what I do know is that de beers doesn't control the prices anymore and doesn't hold monopoly over the industry because of modern regulations. I wonder if bitcoin has the same regulations tho"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2019808044172124323)  2026-02-06T16:18Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@Larry2nuts they have hope for their resource and can you blame them naturals still have a pull for many because they actually come from the earth unlike lab diamonds. I think this is a cool move from them especially seeing how beneficial it was for Botswana and the community"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2021261596853412255)  2026-02-10T16:34Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@currencynewsza @davidaamckay for luxury items in poor economies yeah there are going to be struggles but natural diamonds will always hold that emotional value plus having more African involvement like in Angola could bring such cool initiatives and projects"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2021268475247776218)  2026-02-10T17:02Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@Joe__Bassey smarttt. natural diamonds will always hold that emotional value and they know to trust their own resource"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2021621061339717830)  2026-02-11T16:23Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@JuidaNegro @DeBeers @Oppenheimer the history is rough and its definitely something to learn from which they have there have been amazing ethical regulations that have ensured not only ethical labor but community support and ethical trade"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2021622216857653508)  2026-02-11T16:27Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@helen7dl8y0x Angola's trust and hope in their resource is inspiring. natural diamonds just hold so much emotional value can't write them off completely during market shifts"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2021639230272016839)  2026-02-11T17:35Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@gqom11 @slmiheso @Joe__Bassey naturals have that emotional value that people do appreciate. this might be a shock but not everyone wants a cheap mass produced diamond im glad botswana and Angola have confidence in their resource throughout this market shift"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2021640422020592100)  2026-02-11T17:40Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@Not4meSpor66429 @Rainmaker1973 the ethical case for labs really gets me. hard to see the immense changes made by the natural industry be overlooked because everyone assumes all naturals to be unethical. there are ethical mines and ethical stones that directly support supplying areas"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2021994808676692085)  2026-02-12T17:08Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@Ging3rBak3r @pirateblakbird when people say "diamonds are not rare" they are making an umbrella statement that isnt 100% accurate. the diamonds in jewelry are harder to come by than the industrial diamonds that are included in this umbrella. jewelry diamonds; clear larger etc. are not as common"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2021995661290606829)  2026-02-12T17:11Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@Gorilla_Blanco @BitcoinNewsCom the gold theory is interesting but also with diamonds there are nuances to that. de beers doesn't have a huge control over the industry anymore and gem grade diamonds are more rare than industrial ones for example (obv harder to find super clear ones) so the scarcity is nuanced"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2019448160368664976)  2026-02-05T16:28Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@zeek50101 @Joe__Bassey there have also been such great community projects and initiatives that come from them partnering together. it really helps to support the community plus ensures ethical trade and traceability through De Beers tracking systems there are a lot of ins and outs"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2020898651074126152)  2026-02-09T16:32Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@YawBoaduBenjam2 @whyvert just to inform too de beers doesn't hold a monopoly anymore due to modern regulations which is good. but the partnership with de beers has def helped not only the community but the industry as a whole with amazing initiatives"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2020918662304014709)  2026-02-09T17:52Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@sioxielegend sure you don't HAVE to wear white you dont HAVE to get a diamond but both of these ended up being so traditional that most girls grow up envisioning the princess white dress diamond wedding. just because de beers made diamond rings common doesn't diminish the emotional value"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2020937913886966056)  2026-02-09T19:08Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@HumanParsnip @baker_girlie in the modern industry de beers doesn't have as much control due to modern regulations plus prices are independently controlled which is good. keep in mind diamonds take millions if not billions of years to replenish"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2020939923734368616)  2026-02-09T19:16Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@WildWestBrit @yegormethod the salary rule was definitely just perpetuated by gender roles of the time. comparable to oven commercials in a way. de beers connected rings which were used and diamonds which were used in other jewelry. it wasn't some elaborate idea it was just smart marketing imo"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2021628173595922622)  2026-02-11T16:51Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@HappyNacho @yegormethod so sus seeing all these men comment about de beers like. just say you dont wanna get your girl a diamond fr🤨jk but it was smart marketing taking two independently popular items and putting them together for the tradition of a life time"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2021633354551242792)  2026-02-11T17:12Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@PhisherGary @dabestdabaddest @PowersDecoded @DudeLadBlokeguy @Suzierizzo1 @grok ok debswana has actually been super beneficial creating good community projects in botswana as well as important improvements in the diamond industry. its been super cool to see the mutual benefits and Botswana has chosen to continue to work with them"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2021987665097502942)  2026-02-12T16:40Z [--] followers, [--] engagements


"@TheMonitorBW this is slightly dated news but nonetheless its clear that there is a market shift due to weak economies/ ppl having less disposable income for luxury goods but naturals will always hold that emotional value imo over labs"  
[X Link](https://x.com/inspired449879/status/2021993249515479429)  2026-02-12T17:02Z [--] followers, [--] engagements

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