Nike revealed last month that the SNKRS app is set to receive an update for an “Exclusive Access” launch sometime this summer. The global sportswear giant instructed users on how they can access Nike’s most sought-after releases during times outside official release dates. Reportedly the goal is still to provide …
Read More »Disgraced Lawyer Michael Avenatti Sentenced To 2.5 Years In Prison In Nike Extortion Case
According to Fox Business, dishonorable California lawyer Michael Avenatti, 50, was sentenced on Thursday by a Manhattan federal judge to two-and-a-half years in prison for extorting Nike for $25 million. The lawyer is found guilty on charges of extorting up to $25 million from the global sportswear giant when he …
Read More »Vanessa Bryant Calls Out Nike Over ‘MAMBACITA’ Sneaker Leak, Says They Were Not Approved To Be Made
Vanessa Bryant recently took to social media to explain her outrage over the manufacturing of the Nike sneakers that she designed in honor of Kobe and her daughter Gianna because they should’ve never been released. Early Thursday morning, Bryant clarified the matter, claiming that during recent negotiations with Nike, she assisted …
Read More »Nike’s Limited ‘Go FlyEase’ Release Leaves Disabled Community Concerned
What was meant to be an inclusive launch by Nike has proven to be anything but. Instead, the Go FlyEase was scooped up by resellers and is now selling much higher than retail. The Go FlyEase, Nike’s first hands-free sneaker, was praised for its accessibility. However, it was scheduled for a limited release. The …
Read More »Kanye West’s Nike Air Yeezy Sneakers Sell For $1.8 Million, Sets New Record
A pair of Nike Air Yeezy’s have set a new record for an auction house after being sold for $1.8 million. British-founded American multinational auction house Sotheby’s has just made history with its latest sneaker sell. Sotheby’s is a premier auction destination for fine art and luxury objects, the company’s …
Read More »Kobe Bryant’s Estate Ends 18-Year Partnership With Nike
Vanessa Bryant has elected not to renew Kobe Bryant’s post-retirement endorsement extension with Nike. The five-year extension expired on April 13th. Mrs. Bryant has elected to walk away from the partnership, with a source citing that the estate was frustrated with the way Nike was handling the release of Kobe’s …
Read More »Nike Will Release Star Wars-Inspired Sneakers This Year
Nike is gearing up to release its Star Wars-inspired Air Presto Mid Utility sneakers. The sneakers will be a part of the company’s Holiday 2021 rollout. Each pair will be based on characters from the iconic sci-fi franchise, though the sneakers are not an official collaboration with Star Wars. The …
Read More »Nike In Hot Water Over USPS Inspired Air Force 1 Experimental
The United States Postal Service recently put out a statement against Nike’s upcoming release of its Priority Mail inspired Air Force 1 Experimental. “The Postal Service, which receives no tax dollars for operating expenses and relies on the sale of postage, products, and services to fund its operations, protects its …
Read More »Nike’s Requested Temporary Restraining Order Granted, MSCHF Ordered To Stop Sales
CBS News reports that a judge granted Nike’s motion for a temporary injunction to stop MSCHF from selling its controversial Satan shoes. The Brooklyn-based product studio, MSCHF, is barred from fulfilling orders for its custom, blood-injected Air Max 97 sneakers, and the shoes must be taken off the market, The …
Read More »Nike Files Lawsuit Against Company That Released Lil Nas X Satan-Themed Air Max
Nike has filed a federal lawsuit against the company that collaborated with rapper Lil Nas X for its customized Satan-themed Air Max 97. The sneaker company filed the lawsuit on Monday against Brooklyn-based organization MSCHF Product Studio Inc. The company allegedly committed trademark infringement by customizing the Nike Air Max …
Read More »Nike Says It Had Nothing To Do With Lil Nas X’s ‘Satan Shoes’
Nike says it is not involved with Lil Nas X‘s “Satan Shoes” that reportedly contain human blood. Ever since Lil Nas X dropped his video for his hit song “Montero (Call Me By Your Name),” he’s been in the headlines. And now he’s making news for his new line of …
Read More »Twitter Reacts To Yet Another L on the Nike SNKRS App
There is no better proof than the back-to-back L’s sneakerheads everywhere continue to take on Nike’s SNKRS app. However, on Twitter, users are constantly fed up: Secured my W on the SNKRS app today 😩🔥 pic.twitter.com/yPKpxfTpQx — 🤴🏾Prince Yommi⁷🤴🏾 (@Yxmmitmf) March 29, 2021 Me every time I open the SNKRS …
Read More »H&M And Burberry Removed From Internet In China Over Forced Labor Claims
H&M stores have been removed from Apple Maps for human rights violations in China. Burberry’s signature plaid design was removed from a video game in China. According to Reuters, Zhou Dongyu, an ambassador for the brand, terminated her contract after the luxury brand failed to state its stance on cotton …
Read More »Ballerific Kicks: Nike Releasing Swarovski-Covered Air Max 97 This Week
Nike is set to release a pair of Air Max 97s dripped down in Swarovski crystals this week. As with the previous Swarovski Air Max 97s release, the new Polar Blue colorway of the shoes comes with an eye-popping price tag of $400. The sneakers will drop in women’s sizes on Nike’s SNKRS app this Thursday. …
Read More »FAMU Announces Partnership With Nike and LeBron James
Florida A&M University has partnered with Nike for a six-year deal that will make Nike FAMU’s exclusive athletic gear provider. The deal with NIKE, Inc. means that FAMU’s official athletic footwear, apparel, and equipment will come directly from the sporting company. As a bonus, the school’s and women’s basketball teams …
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