WFW Preview: ?? Plant-Based Fried Shrimp, Leadership in Sustainable Fashion, And Cruelty-Free Makeup Brushes

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Food News:

Limited-Time Plant-Based Fried Shrimp?

Mind Blown? by The Plant Based Seafood Co. has introduced a limited-time offering: Crispy, Crunchy, Fried Shrimp, available exclusively on their website. Designed to mimic traditional fried shrimp, this plant-based alternative is ready to heat and eat. Co-founder and CEO Monica Talbert noted its versatility and appeal to those with dietary restrictions, such as shellfish allergies.

Fashion News:

Sustainable Fashion Leadership

Redress , a Hong Kong-based NGO promoting circular fashion, has launched its first Patrons Programme to engage influential leaders in sustainability. Founder Dr. Christina Dean aims to diversify funding and gather industry insights by uniting stakeholders. The year-long program encourages participation in workshops, events, and advocacy for change.?

Beauty News:

A Mission Rooted in Wellness

Krystal Martin, co-founder of K&K Co., shares how her brand’s mission of creating clean, vegan, and sustainable body care products was born from a personal experience. After facing an ectopic pregnancy, she began researching the harmful chemicals commonly found in beauty products and felt compelled to create safe, toxin-free alternatives.

Technology News:

Startup Launches AI-Driven Upcycling Service

Norwegian Mycelium (NoMy) has launched a subsidiary in Japan and introduced MycoPrime, an AI-driven upcycling service designed to turn food industry byproducts into sustainable proteins using mycelium. Co-founded in 2020 by CEO Ingrid Dynna , the startup focuses on utilizing mycelium fermentation for low-impact products across food, bioplastics, and biocomposites.?

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