Nike

Nike is being sued by its NFT buyers

Nike is facing a lawsuit from NFT (non-fungible tokens) buyers who claim the company left them with worthless digital assets after suddenly shutting down its RTFKT NFT division, the unit that made Nike-themed NFTs, last December.
28 April 2025, 08:10 AM

As Nike struggles, Adidas must surf Samba wave with caution

In a bid to attract shoppers who want to buy into the trend but still want to feel unique, Adidas has kept churning out new colourways for the Samba, Gazelle and Spezial, with some models featuring tongues like football boots, and contrast stripes in new materials like velvet.
8 October 2024, 05:28 AM

From intern to CEO: The career journey of Nike's Elliott Hill

Elliott Hill’s rise from intern to CEO at Nike stands out as an inspiring and rare example of loyalty and career growth. Starting in 1988 as an intern, Hill now prepares to assume leadership as President and CEO of Nike on October 14, 2024, marking the culmination of a 32-year journey with the company.
29 September 2024, 06:44 AM

Nike you can actually afford? Sneakerheads rejoice!

Nike's recent announcement to introduce $100-and-under sneakers worldwide has created excitement, especially in Dhaka for sneakerheads. This move not only makes premium footwear accessible to a broader audience, but also promises to uplift the streetwear scene in Bangladesh.
30 June 2024, 08:28 AM

Berlin says German FA lacks 'patriotism' for dropping Adidas

The German national football team's decision to drop Adidas as its kit supplier sparked dismay in Berlin on Friday, with the economy minister blasting the switch to US sportswear giant Nike for its lack of "patriotism".
22 March 2024, 16:57 PM

Nike outlet to open doors in Dhaka's Banani tomorrow

DBL Lifestyles, a concern of DBL Group, launches the store
19 July 2023, 15:58 PM

Nike experience store to be opened in Dhaka

The store will be opened in the capital's Banani 11
13 July 2023, 12:42 PM

The story of ‘Air’ Jordan

“Air” captures the story of how this basketball shoe came into existence and how one Nike Executive, Sonny Vaccaro, saw what no one else did—the incredible talent that existed in a freshly-drafted Michael Jordan.
24 May 2023, 04:30 AM

Nike x Tiffany & Co.: A sneakerheads’ dream collab?

The Nike x Tiffany Air Force 1 1837 pays homage to Tiffany's "humble" beginnings as a "luxury goods shop," where silver was king. But it's also a showcase for its characteristic blue, which was chosen by the company's founder, Charles Lewis Tiffany, in 1845 for its annual Blue Book, a catalogue from which rich customers could place orders and sample upcoming items.
1 February 2023, 12:11 PM

Shares of Nike and Adidas could score at the World Cup

As 32 teams compete for the World Cup in Qatar, Adidas and Nike also hope their shares can score.
25 November 2022, 17:15 PM

Muslims demand Nike recall sneakers with design that resembles Arabic word for 'Allah’

Muslims have lambasted Nike for selling a brand of Air Max sneakers with a design on its sole that resembles the Arabic word for "Allah".
31 January 2019, 05:45 AM

Nike introduces shoes that your phone can tie

Nike has unveiled a set of self-lacing kicks that you can tighten with your smartphone.
17 January 2019, 04:43 AM

Nike brand president resigns; Company probes workplace complaints

Nike Inc’s namesake brand President Trevor Edwards resigns and will retire in August, a company spokeswoman says.
16 March 2018, 06:00 AM

Football: Cristiano Ronaldo bags 'long-term' Nike deal

A day after signing a bumper fresh contract with Real Madrid, Cristiano Ronaldo boosts his mind-boggling earnings with a new deal with Nike.
9 November 2016, 05:44 AM

Banned Sharapova to sharpen business skills at Harvard

Maria Sharapova plans to make good use of the time on her hands thanks to a two-year doping ban from tennis.
28 June 2016, 09:08 AM

Barcelona agree reported record Nike deal

Barcelona agreed a "long-term" contract extension with American sportswear giants Nike on Saturday, which will reportedly see the Catalan club surpass Manchester United with the most lucrative kit-sponsorship deal in the world.
21 May 2016, 08:50 AM

Maria Sharapova: Nike suspends contract with Russian over drugs test

Nike suspends its relationship with Maria Sharapova after the five-time Grand Slam tennis champion admitted failing a drug test.
8 March 2016, 12:50 PM

Super cheap Nike? Get them from secondhand markets! (video)

Second hand shoe markets in Dhaka can provide customers with limited budget an opportunity to buy anything from the foreign Nike to local Apex brands between Tk 500 and Tk 3000—provided they don’t mind wearing second hand stuff.
17 September 2015, 09:03 AM

I’ll make history with Barcelona: Neymar

Barcelona ace Neymar has said he wants to make history with his side as they look to build on last season's European and domestic treble.
29 August 2015, 12:13 PM