CNBC is reporting that there has been a massive 400% increase in the number of shipping containers containing Peloton items arriving into the US year over year.
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Year End 2020 letter from Peloton CEO John Foley
Peloton CEO John Foley is closing 2020 with an end of year letter to members, looking back at new content, new features, as well as social & charity initiatives from the last year.
Peloton temporarily pausing all sales in Northern Ireland due to Brexit
Peloton is temporarily stopping sales of their hardware (Bike, Bike+, and Tread) as of January 1st, 2021 due to Brexit – to allow them to “update our systems and processes.”
Thanksgiving Note from Peloton CEO John Foley
John Foley, Peloton’s CEO, posted a note of thanks to the Peloton Community last night ahead of Thanksgiving.
Peloton manufacturing partner Rexon increasing production & building new factory
Peloton’s manufacturing partner Rexon is keeping increased production levels at least through next summer, and building a new factory as well.
Report: Peloton acquires intellectual property, technology & employees from PeerFit – Corporate Wellness Platform
Peloton has reportedly acquired some technology, intellectual property, and employees from PeerFit, a digital fitness benefits startup.
Peloton files trademark application for use in Cosmetics (Non-medicated skin care preparations, skin cleansers, haircare preparations, body lotion)
Peloton has filed a trademark application with the USPTO, which would grant it usage of the word and logo Peloton in cosmetic products, as well as a few other categories.
Peloton addresses shipping & wait times – Bike+ order delays expected to extend into 2021
Peloton discussed their Bike & Bike+ wait times during their earnings call. They noted a few steps they will take to try to cut down on shipping delays and long wait times.
Peloton & Beyoncé announce multi-year partnership, including virtual Homecoming classes & free 2 year memberships to HBCUs
Peloton & Beyoncé announced a multi year collaboration today, that will see a homecoming themed artist series with Beyoncé, as well as a partnership with 10 different HBCUs, who will get free Peloton Digital memberships.
Peloton UK showrooms temporarily closing due to lockdown – live classes & deliveries to continue
Due to the UK Lockdown, Peloton will be temporarily closing showrooms across England. However, they will continue airing live classes and the delivery & service teams will still be operating.
Buffering & Streaming issues in UK & Germany – and community project to share data
Peloton has been experiencing buffering & streaming issues for both live and on-demand classes in the UK and Germany for more than a week.
Peloton to hold annual shareholder meeting on December 9th
Peloton will hold their first annual shareholder meeting on December 9th, 2020, to be held in a virtual-only format. Three items will be up for vote by shareholders.