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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7 fun details that you might miss in the trailer for 'Air,' the Ben Affleck and Matt Damon movie about Nike signing Michael Jordan

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Ben Affleck and Matt Damon, with Damon in character as Sonny Vaccaro, on the set of
Ben Affleck and Matt Damon, with Damon in character as Sonny Vaccaro, on the set of "Air."

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Under Armour is targeting Gen Z athletes with a shoe that's part training sneaker and part slip-on shoe

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Under Armour SlipSpeed sneaker in slip mode
The UA Slipspeed released on February 14.

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Nike abruptly closed a key Portland store and reportedly wants to reopen with off-duty police officers that can arrest shoplifters

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Nike has at least temporarily closed a store in Portland, Oregon, with a rich history because of ongoing theft.
Nike closed a store in Portland, Oregon, with a rich history because of ongoing theft.

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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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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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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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Adidas wants to become the sportswear brand of choice for Gen Z shoppers as it launches a collection aimed at taking on Nike

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Adidas new gen z collection Sportswear
Adidas' new Sportswear collection.

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Nike's battle with Lululemon heats up with new lawsuit over sneakers

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Lululemon Blissfeel sneaker
In a new lawsuit, Nike alleges Lululemon has infringed on its footwear patents, including with its Blissfeel sneaker.

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