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WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW TODAY: FRIDAY, JULY 21, 2023 US consumers continue to spend on fashion, but suburbs are replacing pandemic-era destinations like Miami as retail hotspots. A lawsuit targeting Shein's use of algorithms in its design process signals a new era for intellectual property fights, writes Marc Bain. Thebe Magugu speaks with BoF about his collaboration with South Africa's Orlando Pirates football club. Swiss watch exports jumped in June on strong demand for luxury timepieces in the US and China. Adidas alleged in US federal court that Ye used marketing funds for unauthorised purposes.

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RETAIL Where US Consumers Are Shopping and What They're Buying By Cathaleen Chen

Luxury spending may be flagging, and Miami has lost some of its pandemic-era heat. But there are plenty of opportunities for fashion brands if they know where to look. READ MORE

TECHNOLOGY Why the Shein Lawsuit Is Going After Its Algorithms By Marc Bain

The copying claims in the latest lawsuit against Shein are the sort fast-fashion retailers have fended off for years. Where they take a new turn is their assertion that Shein's infringement is driven by an algorithm. READ MORE

RETAIL Thebe Magugu and Adidas Partner with South African Football Club Orlando Pirates By Yola Mzizi

In a bid to reach a wider set of customers, the Johannesburg-based designer will create the team's uniforms for the upcoming season and release fan apparel as well. READ MORE

RETAIL Adidas Claims Ye Mishandled Over $100 Million Marketing Fund By Bloomberg The German apparel maker takes the hip hop artist formerly known as Kanye West to court, claiming Ye used marketing funds for unauthorised purposes. READ MORE

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