By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Entertainment studio Visional Pop has just announced a major content partnership with Bible bb’s creator Ross Misher. Bible bb's is a faith-based content company founded by Misher, who is also the founder and CEO of Brand Central Group; one of the world's top 10 licensing agencies. His new venture Bible bb is dedicated to refreshing … [Read more...] about Animator Visional Pop Signs Major Content Partnership With Bible bb
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Yu-Gi-Oh! Secures New Licensees Across Europe
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Konami Cross Media NY has secured a series of new licensing deals for the Yu-Gi-Oh! franchise across the European market. The new licensing partners for the franchise include Forbidden Planet, Fine Chaos, Clementoni, Finesse Skateboards, Gatherers’ Tavern, Hiya Toys and Pernigotti. Spanning multiple categories, the new licensees will begin … [Read more...] about Yu-Gi-Oh! Secures New Licensees Across Europe
Analysis: Release of Sora 2 Ushers in a Tsunami of Disruptive Change
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Open AI's release of video generator Sora 2 on September 30 is an historic event that will change the world in ways we can't even yet imagine. One of those areas of transformative change will be in the world of copyright protection and brand licensing. Does that sound overblown? Well, read on, and see if you disagree. Until now, … [Read more...] about Analysis: Release of Sora 2 Ushers in a Tsunami of Disruptive Change
Opinion: AI ‘Actress’ Tilly Norwood Raises the Stakes for Human Actors
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief For an actor that has appeared for just seconds in a short online video, Tilly Norwood has created an awful lot of controversy. It's got nothing to do with her acting, and everything to do with the fact Tilly Norwood isn't human. In fact, other than some lines of code, Tilly Norwood doesn't actually exist. Instead, Norwood is simply a … [Read more...] about Opinion: AI ‘Actress’ Tilly Norwood Raises the Stakes for Human Actors
Eggo Turns Breakfast Upside Down With New Stranger Things Waffles
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief One of the stranger things about Stranger Things is the super-powered character Eleven's obsession with Eggo Waffles. Now, Eggo and Netflix are collaborating on a new waffle that Eleven can dig into, celebrating the acclaimed series' fifth and final series. Kellanova's Eggo brand has just launched Eggo Stranger Things Strawberry Waffles, … [Read more...] about Eggo Turns Breakfast Upside Down With New Stranger Things Waffles
Sesame Workshop and Google Team Up to Encourage Healthy Digital Habits
TLL Staff Sesame Workshop has partnered with Google to launch resources designed to help young children and their caregivers build healthy digital habits. Funded by Google.org, the philanthropic arm of Google, the new initiative combines expert guidance, research, and familiar Sesame Street characters to make navigating screen time and mindful tech use both approachable and … [Read more...] about Sesame Workshop and Google Team Up to Encourage Healthy Digital Habits
Bulldog Licensing to Represent Preschool Brand BeddyByes
TLL Staff Independent licensing company Bulldog Licensing has been appointed to represent licensing and merchandising for BeddyByes in the UK and Ireland. The agreement was made on behalf of Thunderbird Brands and Thunderbird Distribution, the show’s global consumer products brand manager and media distributor. Created by JAM Media, BeddyByes is a preschool animated series … [Read more...] about Bulldog Licensing to Represent Preschool Brand BeddyByes
Who’s News: Visionary Licensing Boss Pam Kaufman Exits Paramount
By Gary Symons Pam Kaufman, the Paramount veteran who built the studio’s consumer products and experiences division into a $7 billion retail powerhouse, is stepping down after nearly three decades with the company. Kaufman most recently served as president and CEO of international markets, global consumer products and experiences, where she oversaw licensing, franchise … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Visionary Licensing Boss Pam Kaufman Exits Paramount
BaubleBar Sparkles With New Limited-Edition Peanuts Jewelry Collection
TLL Staff Accessories brand BaubleBar is bringing Snoopy, Charlie Brown and the Peanuts gang into the jewelry box. Baublebar just announced the launch of a limited-edition collection inspired by Charles M. Schulz’s beloved comic strip. The nine-piece lineup, available now on baublebar.com, includes necklaces, bracelets, statement rings and the brand’s popular crystal bag … [Read more...] about BaubleBar Sparkles With New Limited-Edition Peanuts Jewelry Collection
Bravado and Reverb Team Up for Sustainability at Climate Week
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The leading artist merch company Bravado announced at Climate Week NYC a new strategic partnership with REVERB to boost sustainably produced fan merchandise. The partnership appears to be a natural for Bravado, which has been working on sustainable solutions for its vast artist merchandising business. REVERB is the music industry’s leading … [Read more...] about Bravado and Reverb Team Up for Sustainability at Climate Week