Leaked audio: Nike tech team meets after top exec's sudden departure. VP stresses focus on digital transformation, notes 'challenging environment and economy.'

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Nike's world headquarters
Nike's top technology executive has resigned.

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Nike's top tech executive, Ratnakar Lavu, resigns

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Ratnakar Lavu
Ratnakar Lavu, Nike's global chief digital information officer, resigned on Monday, effective immediately.

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Nike slammed as 'dictatorial' and called a 'trademark troll' as legal battle with streetwear brand heats up

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Nike in November claimed Kool Kiy violated its trademarks, including for the Air Jordan 1. Kool Kiy countersued this week.
Nike in November claimed Kool Kiy violated its trademarks, including for the Air Jordan 1. Kool Kiy countersued this week.

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Those $350 big red boots that are all over TikTok and Twitter have already sold out

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The MSCHF "Big Red Boot" will release on February 16.

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Adidas is facing a problem even bigger than Yeezy

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Adidas flagship store entrance in New York City on Oct. 31, 2022.
Adidas flagship store entrance in New York City.

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Adidas could lose over $750 million as it tries to figure out what do do with its stockpile of Yeezys

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Yeezy 700 V1 Wave Runners
Adidas Yeezy crossed $1 billion in sales 2019.

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Beyoncé's line with Adidas is reportedly struggling, driving home the challenge of filling the $2 billion hole left by Kanye West's Yeezy line

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Beyoncé' in Ivy Park
The Wall Street Journal reported Beyoncé's Ivy Park line with Adidas is coming up short of projections.

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Nike is teaming up with Tiffany & Co. on a $400 shoe. Sneakerheads aren't impressed.

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The collaboration shoe is expected to retail at $400.

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Inside Nike's high-profile gender discrimination lawsuit, where plaintiffs claim unequal pay and more thanks to a 'boys' club' culture

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A "Do the right thing" sign at Nike's headquarters.

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Skechers says slip-on shoes will 'hit in full force' later this year as it joins Kizik and Nike in the race to be the leader in laceless sneakers

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Skechers expects its slip-in sneakers to be a hit.
Skechers expects its slip-in sneakers to be a hit.

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