Future+ Fridays | Issue50

Here we are at our 50th issue! From London’s streets to Dubai’s skyline, it’s been a hectic few days. Between meetings and travel, there hasn’t been much time to slow down. But I’m excited to bring you this week’s updates.

In this issue, we discuss fragrance entering the gaming metaverse, the gamification of Manolo Blahnik , AI reshaping beauty standards, Coperni Paris hosting gamers at their show, and the Beatles making history with AI-assisted music. A global snapshot of the future, delivered straight from my travels.

?? In this week’s issue-

1. Givaudan debuts interactive fragrance adventure on Roblox
2. Drest partners with Manolo Blahnik
3. How AI is reshaping beauty standards through digital influencers
4. Coperni to host fashion show at Paris’ Adidas arena with 24-hour gaming event
5. The Beatles make history with AI-assisted Grammy win

???? On the radar-

1. Viktor & Rolf uses AI in latest Couture collection
2. AI-powered lipstick applicator redefines accessibility
3. Sabato De Sarno exits Gucci
4. Moet & Chandon returns to F1
5. Zegna introduces its first Digital Passport Product for FW25 with Aura Blockchain Consortium
6. Hussein Chalayan joins Zome as creative director, unveiling global AR experience
7. Archive raises $30 million to expand resale platform
8. Stella McCartney digitalises its store through Sony partnership
9. Jacquemus secures beauty deal with L’Oréal Group
10. Nvidia robots trained to move like athletes

?? Upcoming events on our calendar

• March 7-10: Future+ will be hosting the House of Innovation during SXSW Austin. Two days of insightful presentations, curated conversations, networking opportunities, and brand activations with a focus on AI innovation and its impact across fashion, technology, luxury, beauty industries. Get in touch with us if you are planning to be in Austin and looking to participate by replying to this email or reaching out to [email protected]
• April 7-11: Future+ partners with TED for TED2025, a five-day conference designed to spark curiosity and inspire transformation. Read the newsletter here and register your interest to attend here.

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