ALLBIRDS PIVOTS FROM SHOES TO AI IN LATEST ECONOMY SHIFT
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Shoe company Allbirds has undergone a dramatic transformation into an AI company, prompting broader questions about how the AI economy is reshaping traditional businesses. The shift signals a major strategic pivot for the once-struggling footwear brand.
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