Founded in 2018 by a group of Chinese entrepreneurs, the Hong Kong Accredited Diamond Exchange (HKADE) is a pioneering electronic platform for the trading of physical, investment-grade diamonds. Its mission is to standardize and increase the transparency of the diamond market, positioning diamonds as a viable alternative asset class for investors. The exchange provides a secure and regulated marketplace that connects both wholesale and retail participants, offering price discovery, trade matching, and settlement services for GIA-certified diamonds.