Genius Brands International says it has completed the acquisition of WOW Unlimited Media in a deal the company says will create "a global animation and digital media powerhouse." The two companies announced Oct. 27 that they have entered into a definitive agreement whereby Genius Brands will acquire WOW! for approximately US$53 million in cash and stock. WOW! Unlimited Media … [Read more...] about Genius Brands Announces “Transformational Acquisition” of WOW! Unlimited Media
Sports Licensing: NFLPA Launches Accelerator to Help Close Diversity Gap in Licensing
The NFL Players Association has unveiled a new program to address the diversity gap in the licensing industry. The program is a new business accelerator called DRIVEN that is geared toward greater inclusion of diverse entrepreneurs and businesses in dealing with NFLPA licensing opportunities. The Association says it is committed to advocating for greater inclusion of those … [Read more...] about Sports Licensing: NFLPA Launches Accelerator to Help Close Diversity Gap in Licensing
Licensing Agencies: Simplified Signs With Jewel Branding and Licensing
The brand Simplified by Emily Ley, dedicated to helping design planners and organizational tools for busy women, has signed on with the agency Jewel Branding and Licensing. Jewel Branding & Licensing (JBL) is pleased to announce we have signed Simplified by Emily Ley for licensing representation," the agency said in a statement today. Simplified is a best-selling brand of … [Read more...] about Licensing Agencies: Simplified Signs With Jewel Branding and Licensing
Film Licensing: Gower Street Predicts $21.6 Billion Recovery For Global Box Office
A Special Report For TLL Members Only By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief There's finally some good news for theaters and film studios, as the analytics firm Gower Street has raised its end of year estimate for global box office returns in 2021. The estimate has been revised up to $21.6 billion, from a previous estimate of $20.2 billion. "Further, we anticipate a potential … [Read more...] about Film Licensing: Gower Street Predicts $21.6 Billion Recovery For Global Box Office
Sustainable Licensing: Maya The Bee Creates Sustainability Guide For Licensees
Studio 100 Media and its popular brand Maya the Bee are taking the next steps in their mission to protect the environment and promote sustainability in licensing. Together with PACOON, a leading agency in Central Europe specializing in package design and sustainability, Studio 100 Media has developed an international Maya the Bee Eco Trend Book. The goal of the book is to … [Read more...] about Sustainable Licensing: Maya The Bee Creates Sustainability Guide For Licensees
Brand Licensing Europe Engages CignPost for COVID-19 Testing of Attendees
Licensing professionals will finally have the chance to meet face to face, non-digitally, as Brand Licensing Europe returns this month with its first in-person conference since the COVID-19 pandemic began. But, with the Delta variant still creating a threat to health, BLE says it's pulling out all the stops to ensure the event is safe for attendees. As a result, Brand Licensing … [Read more...] about Brand Licensing Europe Engages CignPost for COVID-19 Testing of Attendees
Licensing Law: Trump Social Media Site Faces Potential Legal Action
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Former US President Donald Trump faces more legal troubles, as the Software Freedom Conservancy (SFC) says Trump's new social media network violates a free and open-source software licensing agreement by ripping off the decentralized social network Mastodon. The recently formed Trump Media and Technology Group (TMTG) now has 30 days to … [Read more...] about Licensing Law: Trump Social Media Site Faces Potential Legal Action
Sports Licensing: Opus and The R&A Collaborate On New Book To Celebrate The 150th Open
Opus and The R&A today announced the planned publication and pre-order release of The Open Opus, which will celebrate the 150th playing of The Open and documents the history of the world’s oldest and most prestigious championship. The partnership was brokered by TSBA, licensing agent for The R&A, which stands for 'The Royal & Ancient'; a reference to 'The Royal … [Read more...] about Sports Licensing: Opus and The R&A Collaborate On New Book To Celebrate The 150th Open
Character Licensing: Emmy-Nominated Oddbods Hitting Theaters
The animated Youtube sensation Oddbods is moving past social video and into theaters, inking a deal for a "Halloween-themed 55-minute theatrical experience," and has secured new licensing deals in Europe and Asia. Oddbods is a three-time Emmy Award-nominated, non-dialogue comedy featuring seven adorable, highly unique pals, produced in a CGI animation format. Together, despite … [Read more...] about Character Licensing: Emmy-Nominated Oddbods Hitting Theaters
Entertainment Licensing: ZAG Signs Deal For First Console Game Based On Miraculous
On the heels of the highly successful debut of its first game for Roblox, ZAG Games, a division of the award-winning global independent animation studio ZAG, has signed with U.S. game publisher GameMill Entertainment and French game developer Magic Pockets to create the first official Miraculous - Tales of Ladybug & Cat Noir console game. Based on the globally renowned … [Read more...] about Entertainment Licensing: ZAG Signs Deal For First Console Game Based On Miraculous