By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Toikido and the Panini Group have entered a licensing partnership for an extensive line of Piñata Smashlings collectibles. Initially founded in 1961, the Panini Group is an Italian company that develops, produces and distributes licensed trading cards, stickers, collectibles and published works through its network of … [Read more...] about Panini To Produce Trading Cards for Piñata Smashlings
SEGA and Wildbrain Secure Some ‘Super Sonic’ Licensees
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter WildBrain CPLG and SEGA of America have secured multiple new licensing partnerships for the Sonic Prime Netflix series. Sonic Prime is an animated adventure series that follows Sonic the Hedgehog as he journeys through a warped multiverse to restore his original reality. The Sonic Prime series is jointly produced, distributed, and … [Read more...] about SEGA and Wildbrain Secure Some ‘Super Sonic’ Licensees
Construction Zone: Spin Master Announces Production on Paw Patrol III
Hit Series Also Reveals Two New Licensing Deals with Hasbro's Monopoly and Burger King TLL Staff The second Paw Patrol isn't even out yet and Spin Master has confirmed there will be a third film in the series. Spin Master has announced that it will co-produce the Paw Patrol threequel with its partners Nickelodeon Movies and Paramount Pictures for theatrical release in … [Read more...] about Construction Zone: Spin Master Announces Production on Paw Patrol III
Who’s News: Suzy Raia Promoted to SVP at BBC Studios
TLL Staff BBC Studios - Americas has promoted Suzy Raia to Senior Vice President, Consumer Products and Business Development. Based in New York, Raia will continue to oversee and provide strategic licensing planning for the Bluey franchise in the Americas, as well as other key BBC brands including Doctor Who, Top Gear, His Dark Materials, and Natural History Unit … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Suzy Raia Promoted to SVP at BBC Studios
Maestro Media Launches Kickstarter Campaign For Its New Hello Kitty Game
TLL Staff Tabletop game specialist Maestro Media is taking its new Hello Kitty boardgame onto the Kickstarter platform, for both sales and feedback. Maestro Media is working with Digital Development Management (DDM) and IP owner Sanrio on the highly-anticipated Hello Kitty: Day at the Park board game, with greater retail plans in the works. While the game could go directly … [Read more...] about Maestro Media Launches Kickstarter Campaign For Its New Hello Kitty Game
Unity Backtracks on Licensing Fees After Developer Backlash
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The game engine creator Unity has walked back its new licensing fee policy after a firestorm of criticism from developers. “We should have spoken with more of you, and we should have incorporated more of your feedback before announcing,” Unity president Marc Whitten wrote in a mea culpa published on the company’s blog. The Unity is one of … [Read more...] about Unity Backtracks on Licensing Fees After Developer Backlash
Tea Forté Releases Collection in Stylish Tribute to Frank Lloyd Wright
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The company that turns tea into an art form, Tea Forté, has released a collection in partnership with The Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation. Frank Lloyd Wright, of course, is among the most celebrated architects and designers of all time, and the new collection is being unveiled as an exclusive collaboration celebrating design, … [Read more...] about Tea Forté Releases Collection in Stylish Tribute to Frank Lloyd Wright
Perry Ellis Scores Partnership With Miami Dolphins QB Tua Tagovailoa
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Perry Ellis is on to a winning strategy, partnering with star NFL player Tua Tagovailoa, the starting quarterback for the Miami Dolphins. Under the terms of the deal, Tagovailoa will serve as the global ambassador for the brand, which will include the launch of a branded collection set to debut in summer 2024, and inspired by Tua's … [Read more...] about Perry Ellis Scores Partnership With Miami Dolphins QB Tua Tagovailoa
Gibson Launches Limited-Edition Gene Simmons EB-0 Bass Worldwide
By Allison WatkinsonTLL ReporterGibson has launched a limited-edition Gene Simmons EB-0 Bass guitar as part of its long-standing partnership with the rock and roll icon. Gene Simmons is best-known as the bassist and co-lead singer of the hard rock band KISS. Gene Simmons performed on all 20 of the band's studio albums and he has also produced two solo albums. Simmons rose to … [Read more...] about Gibson Launches Limited-Edition Gene Simmons EB-0 Bass Worldwide
Eastman Kodak and GDB International Announce Licensing Agreement For Kodak Paint Products
By Allison WatkinsonTLL ReporterEastman Kodak Company has granted GDB International the exclusive licensing rights to create a collection of Kodak branded architectural paint products. Under the terms of the agreement, GDB International will be responsible for manufacturing and marketing an extensive range of licensed Kodak Paints and Coatings. “We are excited to engage with … [Read more...] about Eastman Kodak and GDB International Announce Licensing Agreement For Kodak Paint Products