Fashion Faces Cyber Threats, Policy Shifts, and Style Evolution

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6/3/2025 | From surging cyberattacks and political tariffs to creative shakeups and cultural fashion moments, the fashion industry is at a pivotal crossroads. Here’s a breakdown of this week’s most impactful developments shaping the landscape, from boardrooms to runways. Cyberattacks Surge as Fashion Retailers Scramble to Protect Data A wave of cyberattacks is hitting major fashion retailers, with Victoria’s Secret, … Read More

Fashion & Global Industry Brief: Trade Shifts, Monsoon Chaos, and Luxury Retail Moves – May 2025

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From shifting global trade priorities to evolving strategies in luxury retail and industry accountability, May 2025 has seen a wide range of impactful developments. In this roundup, we explore how President Trump’s new tariff stance is raising concerns in the textile sector, why Mumbai’s record-breaking monsoon is straining infrastructure, and how fashion giants are navigating labor reform, digital transformation, and … Read More

Circularity is Not Running Around in Circles

Pairing the idea of circularity with sustainable fashion might initially conjure images of people running in circles and getting nowhere—which, admittedly, can sometimes feel like the case. However, the Ellen MacArthur Foundation clarifies that circularity in fashion refers to “the process of making and consuming fashion in such a way that there is never anything thrown away and nothing is … Read More

Price Hikes, Ethical Fashion, and Quantum Bets: Industry Trends in Focus

From fast fashion upheavals to luxury’s sustainability drive, recent developments in trade policy, ethical sourcing, and digital innovation are reshaping the global fashion and tech landscapes. As industry leaders and consumers navigate shifting priorities—driven by geopolitics, climate action, and tech investment—these five key stories highlight the challenges and opportunities at the intersection of style, sustainability, and strategy. 1. Trade Policy … Read More