1. How Craft and Innovation Joined Forces at Paris Fashion Week. Paris Fashion Week celebrated the intersection of traditional craftsmanship and cutting-edge innovation, with designers showcasing pieces that merge heritage techniques with modern technology. – Read More on Forbes
2. Chinese Stocks Post Best Week Since 2008. Chinese stocks had their strongest week since 2008, signaling potential recovery and renewed investor confidence in the region’s economy, which is heavily tied to luxury goods. – Read More on Yahoo Finance
3. LVMH Invests in Maker of $2,000 TikTok-Viral Ski Jacket. LVMH has invested in a brand known for its viral $2,000 ski jacket, leveraging the popularity of TikTok to tap into the high-end sportswear market. – Read More on MSN
4. New California Law Requires AI Training Data Transparency. A new law in California mandates that companies disclose the data sources used to train AI models, aiming to increase transparency and accountability in AI development. – Read More on Bloomberg Law
5. Fast-Fashion’s Rivals Face Off After Ashley Buys Stake in Boohoo. The fast fashion industry is bracing for new competition dynamics after Mike Ashley’s acquisition of a stake in Boohoo, intensifying rivalries in the sector. – Read More on The Times
6. Yes, You Can Swim in Louboutins. Christian Louboutin surprised fashion week attendees by unveiling a collaboration with France’s Olympic swim team, showcasing stylish waterproof heels designed for swimming. – Read More on The New York Times
7. Marvel and DC Lose Their Super Hero Trademarks. Marvel and DC have lost their joint trademark on the term “Super Hero,” potentially opening up the comic book and film industries to more widespread use of the term without legal restrictions. – Read More on CBR