Recent events
Recent events tied to this brand in public sources.
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2020
Nike announces upcoming Black History Month sneaker collection
Nike’s Black History Month imagery offered a glimpse of a new sneaker collection that was scheduled for official release on Feb. 19; the article reports the planned release, not its completion.
2020
Nike unveils new racing footwear
Nike unveiled new racing footwear, including the Air Zoom Viperfly for sprinters and the Air Zoom Victory for races from 800 metres to 10 kilometres. Sales were expected to begin that summer.
2020
Nike unveils “Watch Us Rise” Black History Month imagery
Nike unveiled “Watch Us Rise” Black History Month imagery featuring leaders of color and their contributions, goals and efforts.
2020
Nike launches Air Zoom Alphafly Next%
Nike launched the Air Zoom Alphafly Next%, a running shoe with one carbon plate and a 39.5mm sole, which the article says complies with World Athletics limits.
2020
Nike unveils LeBron 17 “Monstars” sneakers
Nike unveiled LeBron 17 “Monstars” sneakers inspired by LeBron James and the Space Jam 2 movie. The reported release date was February 13.
2020
Nike donates $5 million for Obama Presidential Center athletic facility
Nike donated $5 million to the Obama Foundation for an athletic facility at the planned Obama Presidential Center in Chicago.
2020
Nike and T1 announce exclusive apparel partnership
Nike announced an exclusive apparel partnership with esports organization T1, extending across T1 teams and players. Nike will provide footwear and uniforms and develop training programs for T1 players and teams.
2020
Nike partners with the Obama Foundation on athletic facility
Nike announced a partnership with the Obama Foundation and a $5 million donation to help build a public athletic facility on the Obama Presidential Center campus in Chicago.
2020
Nike launches Infinalon yoga apparel line
Nike launched its Infinalon yoga apparel line, focused mainly on women's yoga tops and also including leggings, tights, shorts, and other garments. The products are made with Infinalon fabric.
2019
Former contractor files discrimination lawsuit against Nike
A former Nike contractor filed a civil lawsuit against Nike and staffing firm Mainz Brady, seeking $1.1 million and alleging gender-identity-based discrimination, harassment, and retaliation related to coworkers' use of pronouns. The allegations are claims in the lawsuit; the supplied article does not report a court determination.
2019
Nike launches Colin Kaepernick Air Force 1 collaboration
Nike and football quarterback Colin Kaepernick launched the limited-edition Nike Air Force 1 x Colin Kaepernick Low on December 23, with a limited North America release and a global release scheduled for December 28.
2019
Lyles files harassment lawsuit against Nike and Mainz Brady Group
Former Nike contractor Jazz Lyles filed a civil lawsuit alleging that Nike and its IT contractor Mainz Brady Group allowed gender identity-based harassment. Lyles is seeking $1.1 million in damages; the allegations are reported as claims in the complaint, not as established findings.
2019
Bluestar Alliance completes acquisition of Hurley
Bluestar Alliance completed its acquisition of Hurley International from Nike.
2019
Nike receives approval for Cryptokicks blockchain patent
Nike received U.S. Patent and Trademark Office approval for a patent using blockchain technology to track physical shoe ownership and create digital versions of purchased shoes.
2019
Nike introduces shoes designed for nurses
Nike introduced a range of shoes designed for medical workers, including the Nike Zoom Pulse. The shoes were designed to be comfortable during long shifts and to support rapid movements during emergencies.
2019
Nike announces limited-edition Barry Sanders shoe
Nike announced a limited-edition Barry Sanders Nike Turf Jet shoe, with availability scheduled to begin at 12:30 p.m. on Thanksgiving exclusively at The Stadium Collection at Ford Field and on NIKE.com. The source does not establish that sales had begun when it was published.
2019
Nike announces Air Zoom Pulse release
Nike announced the Air Zoom Pulse shoe, designed for medical professionals, and said it would be available on December 7. The article also said special versions designed by patients would benefit OHSU Doernbecher Children's Hospital through proceeds.
2019
Nike announces Air Zoom Pulse shoes for healthcare workers
Nike announced plans to launch its Air Zoom Pulse training shoe range, designed for people working in healthcare.
2019
Nike announces AF1 PARA-NOISE collaboration shoe
Nike announced that it would release AF1 PARA-NOISE, a collaborative Air Force 1 shoe with GD, globally on November 23. The shoe incorporates the PEACEMINUSONE daisy symbol.
2019
Nike Zoom Freak 1 “All Bros Part 2” colorway debuts
Giannis Antetokounmpo debuted the Nike Zoom Freak 1 “All Bros Part 2” colorway during the Milwaukee Bucks' season-opening win against the Houston Rockets. The shoe was scheduled to become available at Dick's Sporting Goods on October 27 for $119.99.