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On November 14, 2017
By Johanne Rasmussen
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You Still Have Time to Apply to NYFTL’s 2018 Cohort

Are you a startup at the intersection of fashion and technology looking for a leg up? Our friends at the New York Fashion Tech Lab want you to apply to their 2018 cohort. Launched in partnership with leading fashion and…

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On September 13, 2017
By Amanda Cosco
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Join me + Joe Mimran at Takeover Toronto

I'm pleased to announce I'll be interviewing Joe Fresh himself (Joseph Mimran) at Takeover Toronto this coming October. In case you haven't heard, Takeover Toronto is an innovation conference put together by our friends at TribalScale. You can learn more about…

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On September 3, 2017
By Amanda Cosco
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Marc Jacobs releases Its First Smartwatch, the Riley Hybrid

If your must-have September accessory is a smartwatch, you now have a stylish option from Marc Jacobs. This week, the American fashion designer announced a $165 USD connected device just in time for New York Fashion Week.Dubbed the Riley Hybrid,…

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On August 29, 2017
By Amanda Cosco
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Why Everyone’s Holding Their Breath Over Fitbit’s Ionic

You'd be forgiven for thinking Fitbit already offered a smartwatch. Last time we spoke with the wearable tech company they had just unveiled Blaze, a fitness-first wearable with a colour screen. Unlike the faceless bands that came before it, Fitbit Blaze offered extended…

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On August 10, 2017
By Amanda Cosco
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Join Me at TakeOver Toronto!

This just in: Toronto has a new conference you don't want to miss. Our friends at TribalScale are launching TakeOver Toronto, an event focused on how innovation is disrupting humans, economies and industries. I'm so pleased to announce that I'll…

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On July 5, 2017
By Amanda Cosco
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Marimekko Goes High-Tech

European audiences will be no stranger to the brand Marimekko. Known for their bold patterns and simple cuts, the Helsinki-based textiles company has pioneered trends in both women's garments and home furnishings. Now, Marimekko is trying their hands at integrating digital technology with their open design…

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On April 28, 2017
By Amanda Cosco
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ElektroCouture presents #MarleneGlows

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r6wDwfTdE9g&feature=youtu.be We're continually impressed with the house of Elektrocouture, and their latest creation is no exception. In case you haven't heard, Elektrocouture is one of the only fashion houses in the world producing prêt-à-porter fashion technologies. This means they're not just creating costumes and…

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On April 6, 2017
By Amanda Cosco
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Introducing InStore: An Immersive Event on the Future of Retail

Hey friends ? In case you haven't heard, Electric Runway has teamed up with the City of Toronto, Digital Main Street, ModiFace, and the Design Exchange to bring you InStore, an immersive event on the future of retail. Check out the event…

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On March 30, 2017
By Amanda Cosco
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Electric Runway Seeks Volunteers in the 6ix

Electric Runway has teamed up with the Design Exchange, StartupHere Toronto, the City of Toronto, and ModiFace to bring you InStore, an immersive event on the future of retail (May 2, 2017 in Toronto). We are currently building a small army…