‘Don’t do it’: How Nike’s launch lost its footing over a 7-Eleven lawsuit

A high-profile trainer launch was scrapped after convenience store giant 7-Eleven accused the sportswear brand of copying its distinctive branding in a trademark dispute that goes far beyond a colour scheme.

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‘Don’t do it’: How Nike’s launch lost its footing over a 7-Eleven lawsuit

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