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ChatGPT to offer buying advice in future

The AI chatbot ChatGPT is trying its hand as a buying advisor, thereby attacking Google’s business. The developer, OpenAI, demonstrated the new function with a search query: “What is the best espresso machine for under 200 dollars that comes close to the taste of coffee in Italy?” ChatGPT then suggested several models with photos, prices and...

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CFDA partners with AI powered personal styling app Alta

The Council of the Fashion Designers of America (CFDA) has partnered with the personal styling app Alta in a bid to offer designers new ways to engage with audiences. Powered by more than a dozen artificial intelligence models trained by Alta's team, the app uses AI to optimize users' existing wardrobes and help them shop for pieces that fit and...

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Driving bottom line margin growth through AI inventory management

In an increasingly competitive and dynamic retail landscape, the fashion industry is actively seeking innovative solutions to enhance profitability and optimize operations. WAIR, a technology company headquartered in Amsterdam, recently hosted an event, "Improving retail with ai: Insights & experience," showcasing the potential of artificial...

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Avalo names chief commercial officer to introduce its low-input cotton

American AI-powered crop-evolution company Avalo has named textile-innovation veteran Tricia Carey as its chief commercial officer to bring its new low-input cotton to market. In a statement, Avalo said that Carey, who has decades of experience in industry-changing technologies such as introducing cutting-edge fibres like Tencel and pushing...

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Alvanon, A Pioneer in Sizing Technology

53% of returns in 2023 were due to sizing and fit, causing brands to spend over $150bn according to Coresight Research. What if there was a better way to serve your consumer? Alvanon, a pioneer in fashion technology, is innovating sizing with a data-driven, AI-powered phygital approach allowing brands to design, produce, merchandise and sell...

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Markmi raises 1.1 million euros in seed funding

Belgium-based fashion tech startup Markmi has raised 1.1 million euros in seed funding to accelerate the rollout of its AI-driven markdown assistant across Belgium, the Netherlands, the Nordics, and the US later this year. The round included backing from fashion and tech investors, including Wolf (Luc Van Mol, ex-ZEB), the Torfs family, and tech...

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The human cost of digital disruption in fashion

In a move that is reverberating through the creative economy, H&M's recent pivot towards digital model twins and AI-generated imagery signals a profound shift in how fashion presents itself to the world. This technological evolution, while inevitable, carries significant implications for an industry built on human craftsmanship and artistic...

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H&M to create 'twins' of models with AI: "The possibilities are almost endless"

H&M joins the growing list of fashion companies utilizing artificial intelligence (AI) in their online communications. The retailer will create digital "twins" of real models. These AI reproductions will be used in social media posts and marketing campaigns, provided the models give their consent. Thirty models, including Mathilda Gvarliani...

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Make It Fair: How UK creative industries are fighting back against Big Tech AI

The rapid technological advancements of the past year have caused a significant global shift, leaving many struggling to keep up. The long-term impact of dominant technologies, particularly artificial intelligence (AI), on specific industries remains uncertain. In the UK, tensions surrounding such a topic have risen in recent months, as the...

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Navigating the Fashion Industry with Lectra’s Valia Fashion

The fashion industry is arriving at a real turning point, as it faces a combination of financial, operational, and environmental pressures. Brands and manufacturers are scrambling to find ways to reduce costs, enhance efficiency, and meet increasingly stringent Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) expectations. In this context, innovative...

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Modern Store Experiences? Aptos has a (POS) app for that

Aptos is making big changes — and even bigger investments — to its modern POS and unified commerce platform, Aptos ONE. The software firm has committed to its largest R&D spend in company history in 2025. That amplified investment will fund major new Aptos ONE capabilities, faster release cycles and a transition to a unified data model. Aptos’...

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The Future of Fashion: A conversation on innovation, humanity, and AI

The Future of Fashion Collective (FoF), born from a shared passion for innovation and sustainability, was founded by Jemma Spiers, Ben Garton, and Leslie Holden. They aim to bridge the gap between traditional fashion and the industry's evolving demands. As Leslie Holden explained, “Our mission is to empower brands and professionals with the...