US Seeks Sentence for Founder of Fashion-Tech Company CaaStle
Prosecutors compared Christine Hunsicker to Elizabeth Holmes as they sought a 12.5 year prison sentence in the $300 million securities fraud case.
Technology
Analysis and advice on how technology is disrupting fashion and creating new opportunities.
Op-Ed | Technology Is Eating Fashion
Fashion companies that don't embrace technology are sitting ducks just waiting to be picked off by sharp-shooting software companies, argues Marc C. Close.
Op-Ed | Technology Is Eating Fashion
Fashion companies that don't embrace technology are sitting ducks just waiting to be picked off by sharp-shooting software companies, argues Marc C. Close.
The Robot Startup Using Static Electricity to Make Nike Sneakers
Grabit, a robotics startup, makes machines that can work at 20 times the pace of humans.
The Robot Startup Using Static Electricity to Make Nike Sneakers
Grabit, a robotics startup, makes machines that can work at 20 times the pace of humans.
Op-Ed | How Blockchain Could Boost the Fashion Industry
Blockchain could be used to make every SKU produced by every brand accessible to any retailer, editor or consumer, feeding new digital tools that would massively democratise the curation of fashion, argues Charles Beckwith.
Op-Ed | How Blockchain Could Boost the Fashion Industry
Blockchain could be used to make every SKU produced by every brand accessible to any retailer, editor or consumer, feeding new digital tools that would massively democratise the curation of fashion, argues Charles Beckwith.
Bits & Bytes | Amazon's AI Fashion Designer, Can Tech Combat Counterfeits?
This week, Amazon develops designs via AI algorithms, and how fashion brands use RFID tags to battle counterfeits.
Bits & Bytes | Amazon's AI Fashion Designer, Can Tech Combat Counterfeits?
This week, Amazon develops designs via AI algorithms, and how fashion brands use RFID tags to battle counterfeits.
Report: JD.com in Talks for $500 Million E-Commerce Venture in Thailand
China's second-largest retailer aims to boost its profile in Southeast Asia, as Thailand's $900 million e-commerce market is set to grow 29 percent in 10 years.
Report: JD.com in Talks for $500 Million E-Commerce Venture in Thailand
China's second-largest retailer aims to boost its profile in Southeast Asia, as Thailand's $900 million e-commerce market is set to grow 29 percent in 10 years.
Bits & Bytes | Amazon's Private Labels, Why Fashion Loves Android Wear
This week, how Amazon's private label brands are fuelling its business, while brands cranking out new Android Wear devices are as far from typical electronics companies as one can get.
Bits & Bytes | Amazon's Private Labels, Why Fashion Loves Android Wear
This week, how Amazon's private label brands are fuelling its business, while brands cranking out new Android Wear devices are as far from typical electronics companies as one can get.
What Happened to Wearables?
The once-hyped wearable tech market has struggled to find its footing. What worked, what didn’t and what’s next?
What Happened to Wearables?
The once-hyped wearable tech market has struggled to find its footing. What worked, what didn’t and what’s next?
Bits & Bytes | How Fashion is Embracing AR, Do Consumers Really Want 'Smart' Products?
This week, W Magazine's augmented reality-powered issue, and is there consumer demand for 'smart' products?
Bits & Bytes | How Fashion is Embracing AR, Do Consumers Really Want 'Smart' Products?
This week, W Magazine's augmented reality-powered issue, and is there consumer demand for 'smart' products?
Vogue Partners With Google to Create Virtual Reality Video Series
The project takes viewers inside the closets of models including Kendall Jenner and Cindy Crawford.
Vogue Partners With Google to Create Virtual Reality Video Series
The project takes viewers inside the closets of models including Kendall Jenner and Cindy Crawford.
Report: Poshmark in Talks to Raise Funding
The fashion re-commerce platform is reportedly in talks to raise more than $50 million in a funding round that could value the startup at roughly $600 million.
Report: Poshmark in Talks to Raise Funding
The fashion re-commerce platform is reportedly in talks to raise more than $50 million in a funding round that could value the startup at roughly $600 million.
Report: Birchbox in Acquisition Talks With Walmart
If a deal were to go ahead, the online beauty company would become Walmart's fifth e-commerce acquisition since August 2016.
Report: Birchbox in Acquisition Talks With Walmart
If a deal were to go ahead, the online beauty company would become Walmart's fifth e-commerce acquisition since August 2016.
Bits & Bytes | Nike's High-Tech Treasure Hunt, Stitch Fix IPO
This week, how Nike's app helps amplify buzz around its shoe drops, and what you need to know about Stitch Fix's impending exit.
Bits & Bytes | Nike's High-Tech Treasure Hunt, Stitch Fix IPO
This week, how Nike's app helps amplify buzz around its shoe drops, and what you need to know about Stitch Fix's impending exit.
THE NEWS IN BRIEF
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.
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.