You don't know Tyler "Ninja" Blevins? Then it is about time to get involved with Esports. Because on Facebook, Instagram & Co., the 26-year-old has now even overtaken Cristiano Ronaldo or LeBron James.

How visible are the major sporting goods manufacturers in the social media? An analysis of coverage in April clearly puts Adidas ahead of its competitor Nike. The difference is made not least by the top clubs in football.

The Foundation of the German Clothing Industry is looking for the greatest talent in the fashion industry at the European Fashion Award 2018. Designers can still apply until May 10th.

Change of leadership at the outdoor brand Bergans of Norway: CEO Leif Holst-Liaeker pulls the rip cord after differences with the Supervisory Board and resigns. Jan Tore Jensen takes over the position.

Signa Holding expands the management of Signa Sports Group with its own CEO. Dr. Stephan Zoll, a managing director with many years of experience as a strong man at Ebay Germany, will join the company this summer.

The outdoor brand Eagle Creek strengthens its European distribution with the new position of Sales Manager Wholesale Europe. It will be staffed by Björn Jansen, who previously worked for Uhlsport.

With its Speedfactory, Adidas has taken the automated production of sports shoes to a new level. Now the sporting goods manufacturer has received the German Innovation Award 2018 for this.