Study released by SheerID shows that more than half of Gen Z students in India feel optimistic about the economy and exclusive offers are an effective way to reach them. PORTLAND, Ore., August 22, 2024 - SheerID, the global leader in identity verification for commerce, today announced the publication of its 2024 India Gen Z Report. This survey, fielded by Centiment on behalf of SheerID, looked at Gen Z purchasing behaviors, what they want from brands and how brands can provide it.

In the bustling world of retail, innovation never sleeps. As 2024 progresses, a wave of emerging technologies is revolutionizing the retail landscape, promising to enhance customer experiences, streamline operations, and drive profitability. These advancements are not just futuristic concepts; they are rapidly becoming integral components of modern retail strategies. One of the most transformative technologies making waves is Artificial Intelligence (AI). Retailers are leveraging AI to personalize shopping experiences, predict consumer behavior, and optimize supply chains.

A recent study conducted by a team of environmental scientists has unveiled alarming insights into the environmental impact of the fast fashion industry. The research, which spanned over five years and involved extensive data collection from various global fashion hubs, highlights the unsustainable practices that dominate the industry and their detrimental effects on the environment. Fast fashion, characterized by the rapid production of inexpensive clothing to meet the latest trends, has become a cornerstone of modern consumer culture.

On July 20, BIRKENSTOCK will inaugurate its very first proprietary retail store in France, located just a few steps from the Centre Pompidou and Paris City Hall. This two-story store will enable the brand to highlight its core values, allowing people to walk as nature intended. The choice of Paris, a global fashion and cultural hub, and the vibrant Marais district perfectly aligns with BIRKENSTOCK’s DNA, marking the start of its retail expansion in Europe.

Amazon’s Prime Day, set for July 16-17, 2024, is a highly anticipated event exclusively for Prime members, offering a whirlwind of deals across a vast array of top brands. This annual event has grown to become one of the most significant shopping phenomena, rivaling even Black Friday in terms of the sheer volume and variety of discounts available. Over these two days, Prime members can expect a flurry of sales on everything from electronics and home appliances to fashion, beauty products, and more, making it a perfect opportunity to snag coveted items at significantly reduced prices.

Ship by Loop provides brands with a global network of carriers for easy domestic and international returns shipping LONDON, June 26, 2024 - Loop, the leading returns and reverse logistics platform, today announced the launch of Ship by Loop, a new solution that gives brands the ability to easily configure their return shipments within the Loop platform for both UK domestic and international returns. Loop’s new offering will provide merchants with access to a broader range of global carriers, allowing them to compare rates across shipping options and maximise savings on every return.

The cobblestones of Paris, once a daily symphony of stiletto clicks, are experiencing a hush. The iconic sound, a percussive rhythm woven into the very fabric of the city’s fashion identity, is fading, replaced by the softer tread of rubber soles. A quiet revolution is brewing in the world’s fashion capital, and it’s centered around our feet. For decades, stilettos reigned supreme. They were a symbol of power, sophistication, and a certain Parisian je ne sais quoi.