Author: Mik Smitt

TSMC’s US expansion struggles with costs and regulations

TSMC’s US Expansion Faces Challenges with Costs and Regulations Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC), the world’s largest contract chipmaker, has been making headlines with its plans to expand its operations to the United States. However, the company is facing some hurdles along the way, particularly in Arizona where its advanced chip production has hit a […]

China denies forcing firms to share user data

China Denies Allegations of Forcing Firms to Share User Data In recent news, an Austrian advocacy group called Noyb has filed a GDPR complaint against several Chinese firms, alleging that these companies are being forced to share user data with the Chinese government. This has sparked a heated debate about data privacy and the role […]

Vogue France Names New Head of Editorial Content

Vogue France Names New Head of Editorial Content Vogue France, a prominent name in the fashion and lifestyle industry, has recently announced the appointment of Thomson-Jonville as the new Head of Editorial Content. This move comes as a strategic decision to further enhance the publication’s influence and reach in the ever-evolving world of fashion journalism. […]

US Supreme Court Upholds Law Banning TikTok

US Supreme Court Upholds Law Banning TikTok In a landmark decision, the US Supreme Court has upheld a law banning the popular social media platform TikTok. The justices ruled that the law, passed by an overwhelming bipartisan majority in Congress last year and signed by Democratic President Joe Biden, did not violate the US Constitution’s […]

Fosun’s Jewellery Unit Shanghai Yuyuan Considers Second Listing in Hong Kong

Fosun’s Jewellery Unit Shanghai Yuyuan Considers Second Listing in Hong Kong The renowned jewellery unit of Fosun Group, Shanghai Yuyuan, is contemplating a second listing in Hong Kong. This strategic move comes as the Shanghai-listed company, which shares an owner with Lanvin Group, aims to potentially raise over $300 million through this offering, according to […]

Macquarie invests billions in AI data centres amid soaring demand

Macquarie’s Multi-Billion Dollar Investment in AI Data Centers Sparks Applied Digital’s Soaring Stock Prices In the realm of tech investments, the recent multi-billion-dollar infusion into Applied Digital by Macquarie has sent shockwaves through the industry. This significant move not only underscores the growing importance of artificial intelligence (AI) but also highlights the increasing demand for […]

The Philosophy Behind Lemaire’s $100 Million Ascent

The Philosophy Behind Lemaire’s $100 Million Ascent In the fast-paced world of fashion, where trends come and go like the wind, one Paris-based label has managed to carve out a unique niche for itself by staying true to its core philosophy. Lemaire, known for its androgynous and utilitarian designs, has seen a remarkable rise in […]

TikTok users react to looming US Shutdown

TikTok Users React to Looming US Shutdown As the possibility of a TikTok shutdown in the United States looms, content creators on the popular video-sharing platform are facing an uncertain future. The potential ban, which has been a topic of heated debate and legal battles, has left many users anxious about the fate of their […]

The BoF Podcast | Alessandro Michele and Jacopo Venturini on the New Valentino

Alessandro Michele and Jacopo Venturini Charting the New Course for Valentino At VOICES 2024, the premier fashion event hosted by The Business of Fashion (BoF), esteemed BoF editor-at-large Tim Blanks had the privilege of engaging in a candid conversation with Alessandro Michele and Jacopo Venturini. The duo, renowned for their innovative approach and keen eye […]

The BoF Podcast | How Skims and On Create Cultural Relevance

Building Culture-Shaping Brands: The Success of Skims and On Skims co-founder Jens Grede and On co-founder David Allemann are at the forefront of a new wave of brands that are not just following trends but actively shaping culture. Their brands, Skims and On, have quickly become household names, known for their product innovation and ability […]

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