More stores, broader range, fewer brands as fashion icon tries to double sales. Versace will open its largest store yet in China this week, part of a concerted plan by…
The Supersport class may not be getting much interest from consumers, across all brands, but now Aprilia seems intent to introduce a new 660 cc motorcycle, the Aprilia RS 660,…
BMW Motorrad has filed patents for an electrically-driven front wheel that is likely to be featured in future generation adventure bikes. The patent drawings are ostensibly of an electric front…
Snapchat mobile games are a recent thing that Snap introduced a few weeks ago, but if you’re not familiar with the new feature, here is a quick rundown. Starting last month,…
Over the past couple of years, software and technology have become considerably more aware of the user. This extends from using biometrics to unlock your phone, to having your vitals regularly…
Toys ‘R’ Us and Babies ‘R’ Us are returning to the Australian market through an exclusive licensing agreement with Hobby Warehouse. The agreement allows Hobby Warehouse to sell through the…
Last year, Pokemon GO kicked off a special event that soon became one of the most popular Niantic, the company behind the smash hit, has ever launched. The event called Adventure Week…
Samsung has been struggling in the Chinese smartphone market for quite some time. In fact, around six months ago the company shut down one of its factories in the region. Now, suggesting…
Singapore joins other major cities that have enabled open-loop Visa payment cards for public transport, including London, Sydney and New York. Commuters in Singapore can now use their Visa contactless cards…
Sahara Group has recently announced its plan to foray into the electric vehicle business under a new brand name ‘Sahara Evols’. This is the first time the the company is…
Footwear retailer Clarks has opened its first dual concept store at Suntec City Singapore. The store showcases Clarks casual footwear products on one side and Cloudsteppers line, which targets Millennial…
Verteran horticulture company Nyee Phoe Group has opened its first pop-up store, Mosscape Concept. Located on the first level of Scotts Square, the 2800sqft space combines horticulture and entertainment –…
In the 45sqm store, customers can consult with a live bot, which is powered by facial recognition technology, to receive personalised recommendations, try out phones, sign up for mobile plans…
AirAsia is moving from the traditional model of owning aircraft to become an asset-light airline. The company plans to fully shift to the new model by completely withdrawing from aircraft…
Online FMCG sales are forecast to grow 163 per cent by 2023 across major markets, according to a new report from research organisation IGD, in association with The Consumer Goods Forum. The…
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