The first range—designed for women—will launch in time for RHS Flower Show Tatton Park in July By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) has announced the appointment of Threadbare, a family-run fashion house, to produce a range of apparel. The new lines will include apparel collections for women, men, children and—in a first for the … [Read more...] about Royal Horticultural Society Licenses Threadbare Apparel Collection
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Yu-Gi-Oh Racking Up Licensing Agreements for Anniversary
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The popular Yu-Gi-Oh! trading card franchise has commemorated its 25th Anniversary celebration with four new licensing agreements. Brand owner Konami Cross Media says the deals will bring an array of exclusive licensed products to market in honor of the milestone, ranging from apparel, back-to-school accessories, streetwear, and metallic … [Read more...] about Yu-Gi-Oh Racking Up Licensing Agreements for Anniversary
Kartoon To Launch New Comics From Never-Before-Seen Stan Lee Creations
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Kartoon Studios is launching a new line called Stan Lee Comics, based on never-before-released stories and characters created by Stan Lee. While Stan Lee was the visionary behind Marvel Comics for many years, Kartoon Studios is the controlling partner of Stan Lee Universe, LLC, and therefore controls the IP that Lee created, but was … [Read more...] about Kartoon To Launch New Comics From Never-Before-Seen Stan Lee Creations
Court Denies Injunction on Microsoft Acquisition of Activision
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief A court in California has denied the Federal Trade Commission's request for an injunction on Microsoft's acquisition of Activision. The software giant announced on Jan. 18 this year that the parties had agreed to the terms of a deal. It would see Microsoft acquiring Activision Blizzard for $95 per share, in an all-cash transaction valued at … [Read more...] about Court Denies Injunction on Microsoft Acquisition of Activision
Experiential Licensing: The Latest on Disney and Mattel Adventure Park
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Experiential licensing is back in a big way, as Mattel and Disney invest heavily in theme parks in Arizona and California. Disney is now dropping a cool billion dollars on its properties in Anaheim, California, while Mattel is preparing for the opening of Mattel Adventure Park in Glendale, Arizona. The story on Disney wouldn't be … [Read more...] about Experiential Licensing: The Latest on Disney and Mattel Adventure Park
Sarah Silverman Suing ChatGPT Creator for Copyright Infringement
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief (Sarah Silverman photo by Gage Skidmore) Comedian Sarah Silverman says copyright infringement by artificial intelligence bots is no laughing matter, as she sues Open AI and Meta. Silverman is one of three people filing the lawsuits charging that AI bots were trained on their work without their permission, resulting in AI … [Read more...] about Sarah Silverman Suing ChatGPT Creator for Copyright Infringement
Rovio and SCG Open World’s First Angry Birds Cafe
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter SCG America has partnered with Rovio Entertainment to launch an Angry Birds-themed retail café in the recently-opened Tangram development. The Tangram complex where the Angry Birds café is located was created as a joint development project between SCG America and F&T Group. Designed as a mixed-use destination, Tangram includes … [Read more...] about Rovio and SCG Open World’s First Angry Birds Cafe
Who’s News: Dr. Seuss Hires New Head of Retail Sales
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Dr. Seuss Enterprises has hired merchandising veteran Ellie Terveen as the company's new director of retail sales. “I am so grateful to be joining the team at Dr. Seuss Enterprises, helping to move on their vision of promoting literacy and imagination through Dr. Seuss’s iconic works.” said Terveen. “In this new role, I look forward to … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Dr. Seuss Hires New Head of Retail Sales
Matchday Launches New Game For FIFA Women’s World Cup
The game developer Matchday has unveiled a trivia and match prediction game, licensed by FIFA Women's World Cup. The game is among the new video game licenses issued by FIFA, the world football association, after its controversial breakup with long-time partners EA Sports. The new game arrives with the FIFA Women’s World Cup Australia & New Zealand 2023, which is … [Read more...] about Matchday Launches New Game For FIFA Women’s World Cup
Invisible Fence Hosts Shelter Donation Contest For Lost Pet Prevention Month
By Allison WatkinsonTLL ReporterThe pet safety brand Invisible Fence is hosting its fifth-annual From Shelter to Forever Home Donation Contest. Invisible Fence is a North American pet care brand that provides containment, avoidance, access, recovery and training solutions to reduce the risk of lost and runaway pets. The From Shelter to Forever Home Donation Contest is intended … [Read more...] about Invisible Fence Hosts Shelter Donation Contest For Lost Pet Prevention Month