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Accused murderer ends up as a Shein model: a reminder of the risks of AI

The image of Luigi Mangione, accused of murdering the chief executive officer of UnitedHealthcare, began circulating online a few months ago. He became a strange and unexpected idol, with women queuing at the courthouse door. His definitive leap to virality came when his image was projected in a Boston nightclub. This occurred during a...

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France urges EU to delist non-compliant ecommerce platforms

Paris - The French government is urging the European Commission to swiftly adopt new powers that would allow it to "delist" online sales platforms that violate EU laws. According to a letter from Minister Véronique Louwagie, obtained by AFP, this measure is primarily aimed at companies like Shein. Louwagie wrote to European Commissioner for...

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Sustainable transport or greenwashing? Lufthansa Cargo and Shein’s agreement raises questions

Lufthansa Cargo, the European leader in air freight and the freight division of Lufthansa Group, has committed to ensuring the international delivery of ultra fast fashion brand Shein’s items, by progressively using sustainable aviation fuel. This agreement illustrates the paradox between political regulation and economic interests. It has...

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Nitin Passi: who is Balr.'s new owner?

Fashion brand Balr. has a new owner. The brand hasn't gone to a Dutch party, but has found a new home with Dubai-based Sumwon Studios. Behind this company is the entrepreneur who founded the British brand Missguided. Here's what else you need to know about Nitin Passi. Missguided Nitin Passi is probably best known for his fashion brand...

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Shein UK posts revenue and profit increase in 2024

Based on the financial statements filed with the Companies House, for the year ended December 31, 2024, Shein Distribution UK Limited reported a significant increase in revenue and profit. The company's revenue grew to 2 billion ponds, while its profit for the year rose to 28.6 million pounds compared to the previous year. The company's gross...

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Greenwashing: Shein responds to million euro fine in Italy

Following a one million euro fine from the Italian Competition Authority, the Asian fast-fashion e-tailer Shein has shown remorse. In response to an enquiry, Shein stated that it had "immediately taken all necessary measures to address the criticisms raised". The Italian authority accused Infinite Styles Services Co Ltd, responsible for Shein in...

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Italy fines fast-fashion giant Shein for 'green' claims

Italy's competition watchdog said Monday it has fined the company responsible for Shein's websites in Europe one million euros (1.15 million US dollars) for false and confusing claims about the e-commerce giant's efforts to be environmentally "green". The AGCM watchdog accuses the China-founded fast-fashion colossal of having "adopted a...

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When Asia accelerates in textiles, Morocco falters

The Moroccan textile industry, long a spearhead of the national manufacturing sector, is now showing substantial signs of decline. Despite the post-Covid recovery, clothing exports are down, undermined by the rise of Asian low-cost leaders, geographical dependence on a few markets, and outdated production facilities. Moroccan exports witness...

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Brandy Melville files federal lawsuits against Temu & Shein over alleged counterfeits

In the face of copycats, Brandy Melville is not one for sitting quietly. A month after filing a federal lawsuit against Chinese fast-fashion giant Shein for alleged copyright infringement, unfair competition, and deceptive sales tactics, the California-based teen retailer has filed another lawsuit against Chinese online marketplace Temu,...

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Tepid efforts dominate when it comes to corporate climate action

None of 55 major global companies achieved a high or even reasonable integrity in regards to their climate strategies. This is what the 2025 Corporate Climate Responsibility Monitor (CCRM) found out. The report analyses the climate strategies of 55 major global companies and evaluates the transparency and integrity of their climate pledges. It...

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Shein slapped with high fines in California, France

Chinese ultra-fast fashion giant Shein needs to have deep pockets these days, given that the global e-commerce company is being slapped with fines in two countries at the moment. Shein just settled a consumer protection lawsuit in the United States, in California’s Napa, Los Angeles, San Francisco and Sonoma counties, and agreed to pay 700,000...

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Cookie legislation in France: 150 million euro fine requested against Shein before CNIL

Paris - On Thursday, the rapporteur of the French data protection authority (CNIL) requested a 150 million euro fine against the Asian fast fashion giant Shein for not complying with cookie legislation. The rapporteur reproached this e-commerce heavyweight for "several breaches of its legal obligations" concerning cookies - the computer files...