Author: Mik Smitt

The Business of Beauty Haul of Fame: Can Beauty Sell Without Social?

The Business of Beauty Haul of Fame: Can Beauty Sell Without Social? In an era dominated by social media influencers and digital marketing, the decision of a major player in the beauty industry to step away from social platforms raises intriguing questions about the relationship between beauty brands and social media. Lush, the renowned bodycare […]

Who Will Lead the House of Gucci?

Who Will Lead the House of Gucci? The fashion world was recently shaken by the unexpected departure of creative director Sabato De Sarno from the prestigious House of Gucci. This sudden exit has left many wondering about the future of one of Kering’s anchor brands and who will step up to fill the creative void […]

L’Oréal Sales Miss Estimates as China Demand Remains Weak

L’Oréal Sales Miss Estimates as China Demand Remains Weak French cosmetics giant L’Oréal recently faced a setback as its sales growth fell short of expectations, registering a mere 2.5 percent increase. The underperformance was primarily attributed to softened demand in the US market, further exacerbated by the persistent sluggishness in China, ultimately dragging down the […]

Jewellery-Shipper Ferrari Group’s IPO Seeks Up to €205 Million

Jewellery-Shipper Ferrari Group’s IPO Seeks Up to €205 Million Jewellery shipping has never been as glamorous as when Ferrari Group enters the scene. The luxury logistics company, known for its impeccable handling of high-end items like diamonds, watches, and of course, jewellery, is making waves in the industry with its upcoming Initial Public Offering (IPO) […]

UK announces AI cyber code for companies developing and managing AI systems

UK Introduces Voluntary AI Cyber Code of Practice to Enhance Security in AI Development The United Kingdom government has taken a significant step towards bolstering cybersecurity in the realm of Artificial Intelligence (AI) by unveiling a voluntary AI Cyber Code of Practice. This initiative aims to provide guidance for companies involved in the development and […]

Ofcom closes OnlyFans investigation but continues probe into compliance

Ofcom Closes OnlyFans Investigation but Continues Probe into Compliance Ofcom, the UK’s communications regulator, recently announced the closure of its investigation into the popular content subscription service OnlyFans. The platform, known for its adult content, came under scrutiny regarding its age verification measures and the potential risk of under-18s accessing restricted material. Despite the closure […]

Emerging cyber threats in Russia: Nova malware’s impact and the escalating cyber landscape

Emerging Cyber Threats in Russia: Nova Malware’s Impact and the Escalating Cyber Landscape Russian cybersecurity firms have recently made a disturbing discovery in the digital realm. Uncovering a large-scale information-stealing campaign orchestrated through the Nova malware, these firms have found that local organizations are being targeted through sophisticated phishing techniques. The ultimate goal? To collect […]

EU supports OpenEuroLLM for open-source AI innovation

EU Supports OpenEuroLLM for Open-Source AI Innovation The European Union has taken a significant step towards fostering open-source artificial intelligence (AI) innovation by supporting the OpenEuroLLM project. This initiative aims to enhance multilingual AI accessibility, making it easier for people from different linguistic backgrounds to benefit from AI technologies. This support from the EU underscores […]

SpaceX talent joins Musk’s push to reshape government systems

SpaceX Talent Joins Musk’s Push to Reshape Government Systems Government systems have long been known for their bureaucratic nature and slow pace of innovation. However, a new wave of change is on the horizon as engineers from SpaceX, Elon Musk’s aerospace company, and other ventures under his umbrella are bringing their expertise to reshape federal […]

Ex-Google worker indicted for alleged AI espionage

Ex-Google Engineer Indicted for Alleged AI Espionage In a shocking turn of events, a former Google engineer has found himself embroiled in a legal battle over alleged AI espionage. The individual, whose identity has not been disclosed to the public, is facing additional charges in the United States for purportedly stealing trade secrets related to […]

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