By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Now you can just call it the "McMetaverse." The global fast food giant McDonald's Restaurants has become the latest mega-corporation to take a deep dive into the metaverse. According to tweets from trademark lawyer Josh Gerben, McDonalds has filed several patents to develop goods and services in the metaverse, including digital restaurants, … [Read more...] about McDonalds Files Patents For Its Launch Into The McMetaverse
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Food Licensing: Glamlite Celebrates Valentine’s With Kisses
The Hershey Company and the cosmetics company Glamlite teamed up to launch a special HERSHEY’S KISSES x Glamlite collection on Valentine’s Day. "It’s a fun partnership that is combining confection and cosmetics!" said Hershey in a statement. "There are five eyeshadow palettes that are inspired by the chocolate brand’s flavors, including milk chocolate, special dark, milk … [Read more...] about Food Licensing: Glamlite Celebrates Valentine’s With Kisses
Music Licensing: MDR Keeping Amy Winehouse Legacy Alive
British audio brand Roberts is collaborating with the Amy Winehouse Foundation to celebrate the late star’s legacy. MDR Brand Management is teaming up with the British audio brand Roberts to celebrate the musical legacy of Amy Winehouse. As part of that deal, the Amy Winehouse Foundation, which works to promote the late artist's legacy, will receive a portion of the proceeds … [Read more...] about Music Licensing: MDR Keeping Amy Winehouse Legacy Alive
Trademark Licensing: Wildbrain to Unlock Partnerships For Master Lock
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter WildBrain CPLG has further expanded its Lifestyle portfolio with the signing of global representation rights for The Master Lock Company. Under the partnership, WildBrain CPLG will have global and exclusive responsibility to handle The Master Lock Company’s properties Master Lock and SentrySafe. “This partnership with The Master Lock Company … [Read more...] about Trademark Licensing: Wildbrain to Unlock Partnerships For Master Lock
Earthbound Brands Announces Healthy Partnership With WW
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Earthbound Brands has announced a partnership with WW (formerly Weight Watchers) to expand its official licensing portfolio. Earthbound is a leading product design, licensing, and brand growth company that expands the reach of brands in the market on a global scale. "We are delighted to have partnered with Earthbound Brands to expand our … [Read more...] about Earthbound Brands Announces Healthy Partnership With WW
Hot Netflix Show Disenchanted Adds More Heat With Spicy Licensing Deal
Bapper Entertainment is releasing a licensed collection of hot sauces from Jade City Foods to expand its merchandising program for the animated series, Disenchantment. Disenchantment is an adult-animated series from Matt Groening's LLC, Bapper Entertainment. After tackling modern times with his epic hit series The Simpsons and the future with Futurama, producer Groening … [Read more...] about Hot Netflix Show Disenchanted Adds More Heat With Spicy Licensing Deal
Non-Profit Licensing: Sesame Workshop and Metlife Partner on Aid Program in Brazil, Mexico
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Sesame Workshop and MetLife Foundation have announced a new phase of their partnership aiding disadvantaged groups in Latin America. The initiative is called Dream, Save, Do: Financial Empowerment for Underserved Populations in Brazil and Mexico, and has been running for seven years. Sesame Workshop is the nonprofit media and educational … [Read more...] about Non-Profit Licensing: Sesame Workshop and Metlife Partner on Aid Program in Brazil, Mexico
Art Licensing: Frida Kahlo Deal Combines Beauty and the Biscuit
The Frida Kahlo estate has signed a deal with the UK-based Infinity Brands for a new line of biscuits and sweets. The agreement was brokered by the art licensing specialists Art Ask Agency of Barcelona, resulting in a partnership combining great taste with great art. Infinity Brands is initially producing four biscuit food gift packs through its wholly owned brand Keep Calm … [Read more...] about Art Licensing: Frida Kahlo Deal Combines Beauty and the Biscuit
Wildbrain Races To Expand Lifestyle Portfolio With Sauber Motorsports
WildBrain CPLG has further expanded its Lifestyle portfolio with the signing of global representation rights for Sauber Motorsport AG. Under the terms of the licensing deal, WildBrain CPLG will handle all Sauber brands. This will include Sauber Motorsports, which owns and operates the Alfa Romeo F1 Team ORLEN. It also includes Sauber Technologies and Sauber Esports. The initial … [Read more...] about Wildbrain Races To Expand Lifestyle Portfolio With Sauber Motorsports
Celebrity Licensing: Dolly Parton and Duncan Hines Partner on Tasty Treats
Duncan Hines has signed a sweet deal with international country music superstar Dolly Parton on the release of a licensed baking collection. The partnership was facilitated by licensing agency IMG, which represents Dolly Parton. IMG manages some of the world’s greatest athletes and fashion icons. Dolly Parton is the most revered female country singer-songwriter of all time. … [Read more...] about Celebrity Licensing: Dolly Parton and Duncan Hines Partner on Tasty Treats