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Will “shy” consumers come out for Singles Day? Global brands weigh in

Inside Retail

How much do consumers spend? While Alibaba started “Double 11” in 2009 to win over online shoppers with discounts and promotions, China’s major e-commerce platforms now all take part in it. ” On the day, single people treat themselves with gifts and presents, while also organizing social gatherings and parties.

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Beer Cartel invites consumers to buy up shares in the business

Inside Retail

Beer Cartel launched its beer subscription service back in 2009 and it now accounts for about 80 per cent of the online business, according to Kelsey. But consumers can also make one-off purchases on the site. Each week, 20-30 new beers come online, ensuring plenty of choice for curious consumers. “We’ve

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FTC Publishes Proposed Rule Banning Fake Consumer Reviews

Hunton Andrews Kurth

The FTC recently announced a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) aimed at curbing deceptive consumer reviews and endorsements. decision has not completely barred the FTC from pursuing monetary relief for allegedly fake consumer reviews. However, the AMG Capital Mgmt. As we previously reported , the FTC announced a $1.7

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High-low: Bianca Spender, Nobody Denim join forces as consumers go casual

Inside Retail

Despite not being an incredible consumer of denim, I had admired the way that Nobody Denim developed their manufacturing, washing processes and sustainability initiatives locally in Melbourne,” Spender, the label’s namesake founder and creative director, told Inside Retail. The outcome has been amazing,” Condilis said.

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Angry Birds retail cafe launches in the US 

Inside Retail

Launched in 2009 as a popular mobile game, the brand has now grown into a worldwide recognised media property, encompassing a wide range of entertainment and consumer products, two feature films, a long-form Netflix series, and location-based entertainment.

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Why Dutch-style bike brand Lekker is embracing e-bikes and retail partners

Inside Retail

It is removing all non-electric bikes from its offering and reversing course on its direct-to-consumer strategy as it looks to expand its market share. Localised design Lekker adapted the build of its product offering to suit the Australian market and consumer preferences which contrast with the European markets. “We

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Designing the future: how Superflux is demystifying speculative design

Design Week

Can it open doors into possible futures for companies and consumers alike? The couple founded their experiential design practice Superflux in 2009 in the wake of the credit crisis, just four years after graduating. Can design help people to see the bigger picture when it comes to cultural issues?

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