By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Microsoft has completed its $69 billion deal to acquire video gaming giant Activision Blizzard, after reaching an agreement with regulators in the UK. The months long battle to complete the controversial deal was finally won after Microsoft made concessions that the Competition and Markets Authority said were "game changing." The CMA, … [Read more...] about Video Gaming: Microsoft’s Wins Battle to Acquire Activision
Goodie Two Sleeves Partners With ‘Star’ Astrologer Walter Mercado on Apparel
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The quirky and innovative apparel company Goodie Two Sleeves is producing a new line inspired by the starry eyed astrologer Walter Mercado. Mercado, affectionately known by fans as the "Señor de las Estrellas," was renowned for his celestial insights and flamboyant fashion sense. For 30+ years, Mercado's television show enthralled … [Read more...] about Goodie Two Sleeves Partners With ‘Star’ Astrologer Walter Mercado on Apparel
ZAG and Riva Kids Launch Miraculous Fashion Range Across Middle East
By Allison WatkinsonTLL ReporterZAG has signed a partnership with Riva Fashion for a Miraculous-themed clothing and accessories collection that will be distributed throughout the Middle East. Initially founded in 1973, Riva Fashion is a family-owned clothing and accessories company that offers branded products for women, teenagers and kids. “Miraculous has become a beloved … [Read more...] about ZAG and Riva Kids Launch Miraculous Fashion Range Across Middle East
Krispy Kreme Gets Kreepy With Scooby Doo Donuts for Halloween
By Allison WatkinsonTLL ReporterKrispy Kreme and Warner Bros DGCP are celebrating Halloween with limited-edition licensed doughnut packs based on the Scooby-Doo franchise.“We’ve asked Scooby-Doo and his friends to solve The Case of the Disappearing Doughnuts because it seems like whenever we put out a dozen Krispy Kreme doughnuts, they vanish almost immediately,” said Krispy … [Read more...] about Krispy Kreme Gets Kreepy With Scooby Doo Donuts for Halloween
Monster High Launches Initiative To Support Children’s Mental Health
By Allison WatkinsonTLL ReporterMattel has launched a global charitable initiative for its Monster High toy and entertainment brand called Monster High Project Belonging. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, one in five children have a significantly impairing mental disorder. In light of this information, children’s mental health has become a significant … [Read more...] about Monster High Launches Initiative To Support Children’s Mental Health
Spin Master’s Billion Dollar Deal to Buy Melissa & Doug
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Spin Master has agreed to acquire Melissa & Doug in a move designed to bolster its presence in early childhood play. The Canadian toy and production company has grown to become one of the largest toy companies in the world, and this week offered $950 million to buy out US-based Melissa & Doug. Spin Master says the acquisition … [Read more...] about Spin Master’s Billion Dollar Deal to Buy Melissa & Doug
Studio 100 Media Acquires Stake in 3Doubles Producciones
By Allison WatkinsonTLL ReporterStudio 100 Media has acquired a stake in 3Doubles Producciones as part of its European expansion strategy.Founded in 2017, 3Doubles Producciones is an entertainment company that specializes in the production and development of 2D and 3D animated films and TV series.The company currently employs over a hundred people at its headquarters in Santa … [Read more...] about Studio 100 Media Acquires Stake in 3Doubles Producciones
Surge Licensing and Genuine Entertainment Sign New Partners for Webtoon’s Digital Comics
By Allison WatkinsonTLL ReporterSurge Licensing and Genuine Entertainment have secured a range of licensing partners for several of Webtoon's top-performing Webtoon Originals. The new licensing partners for the Webtoon's platform include Bioworld, Walter Foster, FiGPiN, and Event Merchandising.The licensed fashion manufacturer, Bioworld, has been appointed as the master apparel … [Read more...] about Surge Licensing and Genuine Entertainment Sign New Partners for Webtoon’s Digital Comics
Laura Geller Beauty and Wheel of Fortune Unveil New Makeup Collection
By Allison WatkinsonTLL ReporterLaura Geller Beauty has launched a limited-edition makeup collection with the Wheel of Fortune game show and its co-host Vanna White. Vanna White has been appointed as the official face and spokesperson for the Wheel of Fortune x Laura Geller collection."We were so excited to team up with Wheel of Fortune and Vanna to bring this collection to … [Read more...] about Laura Geller Beauty and Wheel of Fortune Unveil New Makeup Collection
Who’s News: Stacy Moscatelli To Head Location-Based Entertainment Firm OGX
TLL Staff Original X Productions (OGX) has named Stacy Moscatelli as the new Chief Executive Officer for the company. Moscatelli is being elevated from her former role as OGX Co-President and Chief Strategy Officer. Built on a foundation of creating iconic live events and location-based entertainment, OGX (formerly known as Superfly X) creates location-based entertainment … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Stacy Moscatelli To Head Location-Based Entertainment Firm OGX