Fashion and Tech: Major Funding Rounds and AI Innovations

In today's episode, we explore the latest developments in the fashion and tech industries. Pickle, a peer-to-peer fashion rental startup, secures $12 million in Series A funding, while Purple Style Labs raises $40 million in Series E funding to expand its luxury fashion platform. We also delve into ManpowerGroup's 2025 VivaTech Startup Challenge, which aims to revolutionize hiring and career development through AI. Join us for these stories and more on Simply News.

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