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Food Licensing: Danone and ZAG Unveil Miraculous Partnership

By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The animation studio ZAG has partnered with Danone to bring a new range of healthy foods and beverages to families in Spain and Portugal. As part of the licensing agreement, three of Danone’s product lines—Actimel, Font Vella, and Danone Natural Yogurt—will feature the superheroes from ZAG’s flagship property, Miraculous – Tales of … [Read more...] about Food Licensing: Danone and ZAG Unveil Miraculous Partnership

Game Studio Takes Over Coffee Shop for Persona 5 Royal Launch

Gamers can enjoy some performance enhancing caffeine during the launch of Persona 5 Royal, thanks to an unusual partnership. Game studio Atlus and Matte Black Coffee are welcoming all Phantom Thieves, fans of Persona and coffee enthusiasts alike to a month-long store takeover of the LA-based cafe. The collaboration is being held to celebrate the launch of Persona 5 Royal, … [Read more...] about Game Studio Takes Over Coffee Shop for Persona 5 Royal Launch

EA and the NHL Partner with the IIHF Women’s League for EA Sports NHL 23

By Allison WatkinsonTLL Reporter Electronic Arts and the NHL have released a new entry to the EA Sports NHL franchise featuring players from the IIHF Women's League. For the first time in the video game franchise's history, IIHF World Women's Championship members, such as Team Canada’s Sarah Nurse, can be included in the same Hockey Ultimate Team as male players. The IIHF … [Read more...] about EA and the NHL Partner with the IIHF Women’s League for EA Sports NHL 23

Licensing Works! Expands Kewpie Brand with ONCH Accessories

By Allison WatkinsonTLL Reporter Licensing Works! is expanding the long-standing Kewpie brand with licensed merchandise designed by ONCH. Licensing Works! made the deal on behalf of its client, the Kewpie Corporation. Licensing Works! is a licensing agency that partners with IP owners to increase brand awareness through new revenue streams. “From our first … [Read more...] about Licensing Works! Expands Kewpie Brand with ONCH Accessories

Experiential Licensing: Columbia Pictures Aquaverse Launches in Thailand

By Allison WatkinsonTLL Reporter Sony Pictures Entertainment and Amazon Falls have opened a fully-branded theme park in Thailand called Columbia Pictures Aquaverse. Located in Bangsaray Bay, Pattaya, the themed water park offers rides and attractions based on licensed Columbia Pictures film franchises such as Ghostbusters, Hotel Transylvania, and more. Columbia … [Read more...] about Experiential Licensing: Columbia Pictures Aquaverse Launches in Thailand

Mattel Celebrates Masters of the Universe 40th Anniversary

By Allison WatkinsonTLL Reporter Mattel, Inc. marks the 40th birthday of the licensed Masters of the Universe franchise with new content. “We are so excited to celebrate the 40th anniversary of Masters of the Universe," said PJ Lewis, Vice President of Global Marketing and Portfolio Leader at Mattel. "The He-Man brand and everything it represents—including the tenets … [Read more...] about Mattel Celebrates Masters of the Universe 40th Anniversary

Franck Muller and Bamford Watch Department Release Popeye-Inspired Vanguard

By Allison WatkinsonTLL Reporter Franck Muller and Bamford Watch Department have released a limited-edition Popeye Vanguard watch. The Popeye brand is owned by King Features Syndicate. A unit of Hearst, King Features is a global producer and distributor of intellectual properties, character licensing and franchise development. “As a watch collector, collaborating with … [Read more...] about Franck Muller and Bamford Watch Department Release Popeye-Inspired Vanguard

Microsoft and Meta Platforms Partner on Metaverse Expansion

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Microsoft and Meta Platforms have formed a licensing partnership for the metaverse that focuses on virtual productivity and security. Meta Platforms Inc, formerly Facebook Inc, is a global provider of social networking, advertising, electronic devices, and business solutions. Microsoft and Meta's licensing partnership will expand on … [Read more...] about Microsoft and Meta Platforms Partner on Metaverse Expansion

Experiential Licensing: Falcon’s Beyond Announces Details of the Katmandu Theme Park|Punta Cana

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Falcon’s Beyond Global has announced details of its upcoming world-class theme park, Katmandu Park | Punta Cana. Falcon's Beyond is a fully integrated, top-tier experiential entertainment development enterprise focusing on a 360° IP Expander model. The company brings its own proprietary and partner IPs to global markets through … [Read more...] about Experiential Licensing: Falcon’s Beyond Announces Details of the Katmandu Theme Park|Punta Cana