Amazon Loses US Court Ban on Perplexity’s AI Shopping Tools
The ruling is the first by a federal appeals court to address whether AI agents acting on behalf of users can legally access online platforms.
Technology
Analysis and advice on how technology is disrupting fashion and creating new opportunities.
Michael J. Wolf: When Technology, Media and E-Commerce Collide
The world spent many more hours engaging with technology and media in 2020, said media analyst Michael Wolf at VOICES 2020. Here’s how those habits changed.
Michael J. Wolf: When Technology, Media and E-Commerce Collide
The world spent many more hours engaging with technology and media in 2020, said media analyst Michael Wolf at VOICES 2020. Here’s how those habits changed.
One Big Way Direct-to-Consumer Retail Is Changing
New online marketplaces promise to make it easier for consumers to find their favourite direct-to-consumer brands. Will the model work?
One Big Way Direct-to-Consumer Retail Is Changing
New online marketplaces promise to make it easier for consumers to find their favourite direct-to-consumer brands. Will the model work?
The BoF Podcast: Big Tech’s Threat to Fashion
It’s hard to imagine running a successful brand in 2021 without advertising on Instagram, buying search ads on Google or selling on Amazon. At BoF VOICES, H&M’s Christopher Wylie and venture capitalist Roger McNamee talked about why that’s probably not a good thing — and how the industry can reduce its reliance on tech giants.
The BoF Podcast: Big Tech’s Threat to Fashion
It’s hard to imagine running a successful brand in 2021 without advertising on Instagram, buying search ads on Google or selling on Amazon. At BoF VOICES, H&M’s Christopher Wylie and venture capitalist Roger McNamee talked about why that’s probably not a good thing — and how the industry can reduce its reliance on tech giants.
A Guide to Fashion’s Upcoming IPOs
Mytheresa, Poshmark and ThredUp all plan to go public this year, as does online payment service Affirm. As e-commerce continues to boom, will they succeed on the market?
A Guide to Fashion’s Upcoming IPOs
Mytheresa, Poshmark and ThredUp all plan to go public this year, as does online payment service Affirm. As e-commerce continues to boom, will they succeed on the market?
Data Alone Won’t Save Fashion
Big data is making the fashion industry work better. But it needs to be used in the right way, for the right things.
Data Alone Won’t Save Fashion
Big data is making the fashion industry work better. But it needs to be used in the right way, for the right things.
What Fashion and Beauty Brands Need to Know About a Potential Facebook Breakup
However it plays out, the industry stands to benefit.
What Fashion and Beauty Brands Need to Know About a Potential Facebook Breakup
However it plays out, the industry stands to benefit.
Is Big Tech a Threat to Fashion?
Major technology platforms enable fashion brands to connect with vast audiences of consumers. But that access comes at a price.
Is Big Tech a Threat to Fashion?
Major technology platforms enable fashion brands to connect with vast audiences of consumers. But that access comes at a price.
VOICES 2020: How Technology Is Shaping Culture and Consumption
Session 3 of VOICES 2020 addressed how the pandemic spiked e-commerce activity and time spent online by consumers, escalating the importance of authentic, engaging online platforms and raising more questions about the value of physical products and spaces.
VOICES 2020: How Technology Is Shaping Culture and Consumption
Session 3 of VOICES 2020 addressed how the pandemic spiked e-commerce activity and time spent online by consumers, escalating the importance of authentic, engaging online platforms and raising more questions about the value of physical products and spaces.
Where VCs Are Placing Their Bets
Financiers are pouring money into e-commerce businesses at a record rate, anticipating new pandemic-driven opportunities.
Where VCs Are Placing Their Bets
Financiers are pouring money into e-commerce businesses at a record rate, anticipating new pandemic-driven opportunities.
At Verizon Media, Making Extended Reality Technology Accessible
The media company is seeking to democratise access to 5G-enabled extended reality programmes and has previously partnered with London College of Fashion and HTC.
At Verizon Media, Making Extended Reality Technology Accessible
The media company is seeking to democratise access to 5G-enabled extended reality programmes and has previously partnered with London College of Fashion and HTC.
The Quest to Make Wearable Tech Fashionable
With the launch of a yellow-gold band, Silicon Valley-favourite Oura wants its smart ring to be as stylish as it is functional. Lauren Sherman gives it a test drive.
The Quest to Make Wearable Tech Fashionable
With the launch of a yellow-gold band, Silicon Valley-favourite Oura wants its smart ring to be as stylish as it is functional. Lauren Sherman gives it a test drive.
Why Is Everyone Betting on Farfetch?
The marketplace-turned-platform has emerged, finally, as the clear leader in the race to win luxury’s online shopper, with a path to profitability. What changed?
Why Is Everyone Betting on Farfetch?
The marketplace-turned-platform has emerged, finally, as the clear leader in the race to win luxury’s online shopper, with a path to profitability. What changed?
THE NEWS IN BRIEF
EssilorLuxottica Beats Forecasts, AI Glasses and Myopia Products Drive Growth
The Franco-Italian eyewear maker reported a 15 percent rise in first-half profit, beating expectations, while revenue growth was driven by strong demand for AI-enabled glasses myopia products.
AI Transparency Rule Shouldn’t Apply to Ads, EU Retail Group Says
Eurocommerce, whose members include H&M and Inditex, argued AI-generated ads should be exempt from a rule requiring disclosure of AI use.
Google and Samsung Reveal Designs of Upcoming Smart Glasses
The companies are collaborating with eyewear makers Warby Parker and Gentle Monster.
Exclusive: Vêtir Valued at $150 Million in New Funding Round
The AI-powered styling and shopping app raised a $5.5 million Series A as it looks to expand.
Amazon Brings AI Update to Its Shopping Search Bar
The tool generates product comparisons or suggestions and will appear by default starting this week for US-based users.
Allbirds Sinks as 582% AI Surge Comes to Screeching Halt
Shares of the firm, which announced plans to rebrand itself as NewBird AI, sank as much as 31 percent on Thursday.
Allbirds Soars 461% After Sneaker Firm Rebrands as AI Stock
The struggling sneaker company has announced a pivot to AI computing infrastructure, immediately sending its stock soaring.