NYT Europe • May 17, 2026 00:24

Shoppers’ Frenzy for ‘Royal Pop’ Pocket Watches Forces Swatch to Shut Stores

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The pocket watches, a collaboration with the luxury timepiece maker Audemars Piguet, drew crowds to stores and malls around the world.

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Wed 16:19 - Le Figaro

Sept choses à savoir sur la collaboration entre Audemars Piguet et Swatch

Fri 14:28 - Euronews

When two become one: Old and new watchmakers collaborate to change perception of time

Sun 00:24 - NYT Europe

Shoppers’ Frenzy for ‘Royal Pop’ Pocket Watches Forces Swatch to Shut Stores

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Euronews

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14:28

When two become one: Old and new watchmakers collaborate to change perception of time

The bold move is part of Audemars Piguet CEO Ilaria Resta’s drive to push the boundaries of an industry whose reputation is often hampered by entrenched assumptions.

Le Figaro

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16:19

Sept choses à savoir sur la collaboration entre Audemars Piguet et Swatch

Le Figaro a pu découvrir en avant-première la collection Royal Pop. Décryptage d’une folie planétaire annoncée.