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LVMH Lawsuit Reveals Sophisticated Counterfeiting Tactics and Offers Brands Guidance
The latest complaint filed by LVMH reveals a sophisticated system of counterfeiting by its foes that requires a somewhat more nimble solution from brands. Read More
Alibaba’s Partnership with New York Fashion Week Signifies a Shift in the Role of a Show
Alibaba's announcement of its official partnership with New York Fashion Week signals a shift in the role of the fashion show. Read More
Can Zhang Zetian Fix JD.Com’s Luxury Image Problem?
Zhang Zetian, wife of JD.com founder Liu Qiangdong, has been out and about during New York Fashion Week, continuing to make seeming efforts to beef up JD's luxury image. But how much sway does she really have? Read More
Alibaba to Open ‘More Mall,’ a Physical Mall Connecting Online Shoppers in China
China's e-commerce giant Alibaba Group is reportedly set to open its first brick-and-mortar shopping mall, called 'More Mall,' in Hangzhou next April. Read More
Lululemon’s Sales Increased 175 Percent on Tmall in Second Quarter
As Chinese consumers warm up to the concept of fitness and healthcare as luxury, technical athletic gear company Lululemon’s popularity is rising. Read More
China’s Luxury E-tailer Secoo Joins E-Commerce Battle With $100-Million US IPO
China's domestic luxury e-tailer Secoo filed with the U.S. stock exchange to raise up to $100 million for an IPO, raising the stakes for Alibaba and JD. Read More
Chopard to Open Flagship Store on JD.com
Swiss jewelry brand Chopard is opening a flagship store on JD.com, but the move is more meaningful for JD, which is eyeing the online luxury retail market. Read More
Alipay Targets Japan for ‘Export’ of Chinese Mobile Payments
Alipay plans to release a mobile payments platform, newly branded and catered to Japanese consumers by next spring, a first for the company. Read More
Does Alibaba’s New Platform to Fast-Track IP Claims Have Any Teeth?
Unveiling the 'IP Express' project, Alibaba promises to give brands a 'highway' for IP claims; but with the burden still on brands to do the work, is the move meaningless? Read More
Alibaba Consolidates Position in Travel Market with Marriot Partnership
Alibaba and Marriot are launching a joint venture to boost their positions in both the outbound and domestic Chinese travel market. Read More
