In the days of social media influencers, a top 'property' like YouTube star Charlotte M can be just as big a deal in the licensing industry as a corporate or entertainment brand ... even at the young age of 13-years-old! Just ask Maurizio Distefano Licensing (MDL), which has been appointed as worldwide licensing agent for Charlotte M., a young YouTuber who at 13 is already a … [Read more...] about Influencer Charlotte M Signs Maurizio Distefano As Licensing Agent
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ZAG Invests In Interactive Storytelling Tech Firm Epopia
Who says letter writing is dead? Not ZAG, which announced on April 21 that it has acquired a stake in Epopia, a French tech company that developed a "unique epistolary letter format that encourages children to read and write through interactive storytelling." To put it more simply, Epopia has created a software solution that allows for personalization of content, based on the … [Read more...] about ZAG Invests In Interactive Storytelling Tech Firm Epopia
Jazwares Pens Multi-Year Marvel Deal For Costumes
Superhero suits for the masses—and their pets—will be hitting stores in 2022, thanks to a new, multi-year deal between global toyco Jazwares and Marvel Entertainment. Jazwares announced the deal, saying they will produce an all-new line of costumes and costume accessories. Set to hit retailers in North America in 2022, this new line will include an epic assortment of … [Read more...] about Jazwares Pens Multi-Year Marvel Deal For Costumes
Museum of Discovery & Science Goes Mesozoic With Dino Dana
Fort Lauderdale's famous Museum of Discovery and Science is ushering in some Stegosaurus-sized fun for kids in a partnership based on Dino Dana The Movie. Kids will discover the wonders of the Mesozoic era, as Dino Dana and her friends roar into the Museum of Discovery and Science (MODS). Guests can visit the new Dino Dana exhibit, see the coolest dino augmented reality (AR) … [Read more...] about Museum of Discovery & Science Goes Mesozoic With Dino Dana
Channel Your Inner Monster, With Godzilla Mobile Game
The cinematic monster Godzilla has been on quite a tear this year, starring in the most successful box office movie during the pandemic, boasting an exploding licensing channel, and now releasing an exciting new mobile video game from Toho Games called Godzilla Destruction. Set for release on April 27, Godzilla Destruction is touted as an exciting and easy-to-play mobile game … [Read more...] about Channel Your Inner Monster, With Godzilla Mobile Game
Marvel and Yoobi Partner on Heroic Back-To-School Line
The school, home and office supplies company Yoobi announced this week a major collaboration with Marvel, consisting of a 'super-powered' collection of back-to-school products. Yoobi says the line will combine Marvel’s iconic characters from comic books and film with Yoobi’s bold designs in a limited-edition collection. Yoobi describes itself as a "give-back brand" that … [Read more...] about Marvel and Yoobi Partner on Heroic Back-To-School Line
Netflix Snags Landmark Film Deal With Sony Pictures
Agreement Includes A First-Look At Films Sony Pictures Intends For Direct-To-Streaming Netflix and Sony Pictures Entertainment (SPE) have announced a multiyear, exclusive first pay window licensing deal in the U.S. for theatrically released SPE feature films, beginning with their 2022 film slate. This new agreement builds upon Netflix’s pre-existing output deal with Sony … [Read more...] about Netflix Snags Landmark Film Deal With Sony Pictures
Bluey Crosses the English Channel to Air on France Television
The award winning kids animated series Bluey is crossing the English Channel to thrill a generation of children in France, as France Television has secured the rights to the show and BBC Studios has appointed France TV Distribution as its licensing agent in the country. Beginning this week, Bluey will be broadcast daily in the prime spots of 8:45 a.m. on weekends, and from … [Read more...] about Bluey Crosses the English Channel to Air on France Television
Augusta Partners on EA Sports PGA Tour
Licensing Deal Will See EA SPORTS PGA TOUR As The Exclusive Home of All Four Majors — the Masters Tournament, PGA Championship, U.S. Open Championship and The Open Championship EA Sports has unveiled EA SPORTS PGA TOUR: Road to the Masters as the exclusive video game home of the historic Masters Tournament at Augusta National Golf Club, one of the most prestigious golf events … [Read more...] about Augusta Partners on EA Sports PGA Tour
Big Week For Dr. Seuss: Three New Deals And An Anniversary
You just can't keep Dr. Seuss out of the news lately. After getting political conservatives into a fluster last month after cancelling certain Dr. Seuss books for images now considered racially offensive, the children's book brand has seen sales increases and this week announced three new deals. The first slate of deals, announced April 6, celebrates the 50th Anniversary of … [Read more...] about Big Week For Dr. Seuss: Three New Deals And An Anniversary