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7-Eleven sues Nike over new Air Max 95s set for July 11 release
By Nick Viviani at FOX 9 KMSP (FOX)
· July 6, 2026
· 1 min read
7-Eleven found something a little too familiar about the new orange, green, and red-striped Nike sneakers set to be released next week, and the convenience store chain is asking a federal court to do something about it.
Why this matters in The Minneapolis
The lawsuit filed by 7-Eleven against Nike has implications for Minneapolis businesses, particularly those with distinctive branding. As a major city in the Twin Cities area, Minneapolis is home to numerous companies that rely on recognizable logos and designs to attract customers. The outcome of this case could set a precedent for how similar intellectual property disputes are handled in the future. Local business owners may be watching this case closely, especially those in the retail and food service industries, where branding and visual identity are crucial. The fact that 7-Eleven is taking a stand against a global brand like Nike suggests that the company is committed to protecting its intellectual property, and Minneapolis businesses may take note of this approach. The city's business community will likely be interested in seeing how the federal court rules on this matter.
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Category: business ·
Published: July 6, 2026 ·
Source: FOX 9 KMSP (FOX) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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