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New York vs London: Which Is the World's Fashion-Tech Capital?

London and New York are both home to vibrant start-up ecosystems. But which is the world’s true fashion-tech capital?

New York vs London: Which Is the World's Fashion-Tech Capital?

London and New York are both home to vibrant start-up ecosystems. But which is the world’s true fashion-tech capital?


EBay Said to Plan Sale of Enterprise Unit in Time for July Split

EBay Inc. plans to select a buyer for its enterprise division by July 1, when the e-commerce company officially splits off its PayPal division, people familiar with the matter said.

EBay Said to Plan Sale of Enterprise Unit in Time for July Split

EBay Inc. plans to select a buyer for its enterprise division by July 1, when the e-commerce company officially splits off its PayPal division, people familiar with the matter said.


Bits & Bytes | Mobile Video, Richemont & LVMH, Silicon Valley

Bits & Bytes is a weekly roundup of the most important news in the fast evolving fashion-tech space.

Bits & Bytes | Mobile Video, Richemont & LVMH, Silicon Valley

Bits & Bytes is a weekly roundup of the most important news in the fast evolving fashion-tech space.


Op-Ed | Your Ads Need Mobile Video

Mary Meeker’s latest Internet Trends report shows mobile video advertising is significantly under-exploited. Fashion brands would be wise to move fast, argues Qasim Mohammad.

Op-Ed | Your Ads Need Mobile Video

Mary Meeker’s latest Internet Trends report shows mobile video advertising is significantly under-exploited. Fashion brands would be wise to move fast, argues Qasim Mohammad.


Op-Ed | Internet Access Will Transform Fashion in Africa

Logistical obstacles may still plague Africa’s fashion market, but progress in IT is already having a big impact, argues Fatoumata Ba.

Op-Ed | Internet Access Will Transform Fashion in Africa

Logistical obstacles may still plague Africa’s fashion market, but progress in IT is already having a big impact, argues Fatoumata Ba.


Cartier Owner Sees Wealth Gap Fueling Social Unrest

Johann Rupert, the founder and chairman of Richemont, said tension between the rich and poor is set to escalate as robots and artificial intelligence fuel mass unemployment.

Cartier Owner Sees Wealth Gap Fueling Social Unrest

Johann Rupert, the founder and chairman of Richemont, said tension between the rich and poor is set to escalate as robots and artificial intelligence fuel mass unemployment.


Richemont Invites LVMH to Join Site to Compete With Amazon

Richemont chairman Johann Rupert invited LVMH and Kering to join in an attempt to build a luxury retail website that can compete with the likes of Amazon.

Richemont Invites LVMH to Join Site to Compete With Amazon

Richemont chairman Johann Rupert invited LVMH and Kering to join in an attempt to build a luxury retail website that can compete with the likes of Amazon.


Watchmakers Race Apple to Introduce Smartwatches in Switzerland

Swiss watch shops will be stocked with a whole new range of smartwatches in coming weeks as producers race Apple Inc. to get a lead in Switzerland, the home of brands such as Rolex and Patek Philippe.

Watchmakers Race Apple to Introduce Smartwatches in Switzerland

Swiss watch shops will be stocked with a whole new range of smartwatches in coming weeks as producers race Apple Inc. to get a lead in Switzerland, the home of brands such as Rolex and Patek Philippe.


Bits & Bytes | Social Commerce, Lucky, Frederic Court, Coupang

Bits & Bytes is a weekly roundup of the most important news in the fast evolving fashion-tech space.

Bits & Bytes | Social Commerce, Lucky, Frederic Court, Coupang

Bits & Bytes is a weekly roundup of the most important news in the fast evolving fashion-tech space.


Groupon Names Rich Williams as COO, Says Finance Chief to Depart

Groupon Inc. named Rich Williams chief operating officer and said chief financial officer Jason Child will step down at the end of July.

Groupon Names Rich Williams as COO, Says Finance Chief to Depart

Groupon Inc. named Rich Williams chief operating officer and said chief financial officer Jason Child will step down at the end of July.


The Political Logic Behind Hillary’s Horrible ‘Pantsuit T-Shirt’

By at least one metric—fashion—Hillary Clinton’s campaign appears to be off to a terrible start.

The Political Logic Behind Hillary’s Horrible ‘Pantsuit T-Shirt’

By at least one metric—fashion—Hillary Clinton’s campaign appears to be off to a terrible start.


Pinterest to Allow Purchases From Product Pins on Site

Pinterest Inc. unveiled a way to let users buy products from the pinned items they see on its website.

Pinterest to Allow Purchases From Product Pins on Site

Pinterest Inc. unveiled a way to let users buy products from the pinned items they see on its website.