Adidas Faces Backlash and Issues Apology for Sandal Appropriating Indigenous Mexican Design Adidas, a renowned sportswear and footwear brand, recently found itself in hot water over its latest release, the Oaxaca slip-on. Created in collaboration with Mexican-American designer Willy Chavarria, the shoe features a black sneaker sole adorned with the distinctive leather weave pattern commonly […]
Worldview | Colombia’s Record-Breaking Fashion Event
Worldview | Colombia’s Record-Breaking Fashion Event Colombia, a country known for its vibrant culture and rich heritage, has recently made headlines in the global fashion industry with its record-breaking fashion event. The event, which showcased the best of Colombian design talent, drew in a crowd of fashion enthusiasts and industry insiders from around the world. […]
Italian Regulator Fines Giorgio Armani €3.5 Million for Unfair Commercial Practices
Italian Regulator Slaps Giorgio Armani with €3.5 Million Fine for Unfair Commercial Practices Italian luxury fashion powerhouse Giorgio Armani has found itself in hot water as the Italian antitrust regulator imposed a hefty fine of €3.5 million. The regulatory body cited that the fashion group, along with one of its units, had been engaging in […]
OpenAI withdraws option to make chats discoverable on Google amid privacy concerns
OpenAI Withdraws Option to Make Chats Discoverable on Google Amid Privacy Concerns In the wake of an investigation uncovering privacy concerns, OpenAI’s ChatGPT has officially removed a feature that allowed chats to be discoverable on Google. This bold move comes as a response to growing apprehensions surrounding data privacy and the potential misuse of sensitive […]
Italian Manufacturers Say Big Luxury Must Examine Sourcing Practices
Italian Manufacturers Call for Transparency in Luxury Sourcing Practices Trade group Confindustria Moda has recently made a bold call to action within the luxury industry. As major brands continue to face scandals related to illegal sweatshops outside Milan, the organization is urging for a ‘concrete dialogue’ on cost targets and contract terms. This move highlights […]
DTC Brand Quince Valued at Over $4.5 Billion
DTC Brand Quince Valued at Over $4.5 Billion Direct-to-consumer (DTC) brands have been making waves in the retail industry for the past few years, disrupting traditional business models and capturing the attention of consumers worldwide. One such brand that has recently taken the spotlight is Quince, an accessible luxury label that has gained popularity through […]
Online health search grows, but scepticism about AI stays high
Online Health Search Grows, but Scepticism about AI Stays High In today’s digital age, the internet has become a go-to source for information on various topics, including health. With the ease of access to smartphones and smartwatches, people have the tools at their fingertips to track their health metrics and research symptoms or conditions online. […]
Burberry Investors See Progress
Burberry Investors See Progress A year after Josh Schulman assumed the role of CEO at the iconic British luxury brand Burberry, investors are witnessing promising signs of recovery amidst a backdrop of dwindling sales. Despite the challenges posed by a shifting market landscape and the ongoing impact of the global pandemic, Schulman’s strategic vision and […]
AI that serves communities, not the other way round
AI that Serves Communities, Not the Other Way Round Shifting the focus from powerful algorithms to local voices, a global panel explored how AI can thrive in the Global South without leaving its communities behind. In recent years, the conversation around artificial intelligence (AI) has predominantly revolved around technological advancements, big data, and the potential […]
EU urges stronger AI oversight after Grok controversy
EU Calls for Stricter AI Regulations Following Grok Chatbot Controversy The European Union is taking a proactive stance in the realm of artificial intelligence (AI) following a recent controversy surrounding the Grok chatbot. As concerns over transparency and systemic risk safeguards have been brought to the forefront, the EU is now gearing up to introduce […]