By Allison Watkinson TLL Editor in Chief The award-winning Japanese character management agency Spiralcute has appointed a new senior leadership team to oversee its expanding global operations. The international team will be led by Kate Schlomann (pictured), who will report to Taro Morishima, Chief Executive Officer and President of Spiralcute International. Schlomann's … [Read more...] about Spiralcute Appoints New Leadership Team to Drive Global Expansion
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Hasbro Named Toy Maker For Upcoming Street Fighter and Voltron Films
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter U.S. toymaker Hasbro has signed two key licensing deals to produce toys for the upcoming Street Fighter and Voltron films. The Street Fighter movie is scheduled to debut in cinemas on October 16, while the live action take on the anime classic Voltron does not yet have a date for its premiere. Hasbro this week announced its licensing … [Read more...] about Hasbro Named Toy Maker For Upcoming Street Fighter and Voltron Films
Mattel and Hasbro Unleash New Toy Lines for KPop Demon Hunters
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Suddenly, KPop Demon Hunters are everywhere, and particularly on the toy aisle. Both Hasbro and Mattel have unveiled new toy collections at the Spielwarenmesse toy fair for the Canadian film franchise on Netflix. Mattel introduced the first products under the new global licensing program inspired by KPop Demon Hunters. The toy and … [Read more...] about Mattel and Hasbro Unleash New Toy Lines for KPop Demon Hunters
Konami Cross Media NY Licenses Yu-Gi-Oh! GO RUSH!! to ITVX
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Konami Cross Media NY has signed a licensing partnership with ITVX to bring the Yu-Gi-Oh! Go Rush!! anime series to the UK. Through the licensing agreement, ITVX will offer all three seasons of the new Yu-Gi-Oh! series to its video streaming platform. The acquisition of the full series by ITVX is part of the platform's ongoing … [Read more...] about Konami Cross Media NY Licenses Yu-Gi-Oh! GO RUSH!! to ITVX
Fira X Wear Unveils New Collection Inspired by My Hero Academia
TLL Staff The agency Born to License has announced the launch of Fira X Wear’s latest licensed apparel release, the My Hero Academia: Deku Collection. The launch marks the newest phase of Fira's ongoing partnership with the popular anime brand. The collection arrives as the anime series' final season draws global audiences on Crunchyroll. The new drop follows the earlier … [Read more...] about Fira X Wear Unveils New Collection Inspired by My Hero Academia
Disguise and Aniplex Expand Demon Slayer Licensing Agreement
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Jakks Pacific's Disguise division has expanded its multi-year licensing agreement with Aniplex for the Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba franchise. Building on their existing partnership, the new deal grants Disguise the rights to produce licensed Demon Slayer costumes across North America, Australia, New Zealand, Latin America, Ireland and the … [Read more...] about Disguise and Aniplex Expand Demon Slayer Licensing Agreement
Mattel and Hasbro Named as Toy Licensees for KPop Demon Hunters
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Netflix is summoning some serious licensing voodoo as it names both Mattel, Inc. and Hasbro, Inc. as global co-master toy licensees for KPop Demon Hunters. The dual partnership marks the first time Netflix has appointed two toy companies to share co-master status on a single property. That likely a sign that the platform is pulling out all … [Read more...] about Mattel and Hasbro Named as Toy Licensees for KPop Demon Hunters
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
Wildbrain CPLG Tagged as Global Licensing Agency for Fuzzballs
TLL Staff Licensing agency WildBrain CPLG has signed a global representation agreement with Kyandii Ltd to expand the reach of Fuzzballs, a fast-growing pop culture brand created by Marc Sach. The partnership will see WildBrain CPLG lead a cross-category licensing program for Fuzzballs in major markets including the U.S., U.K. and Greater China, with plans to expand further … [Read more...] about Wildbrain CPLG Tagged as Global Licensing Agency for Fuzzballs
Konami Announces Global Apparel Deals for Yu-Gi-Oh
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Konami Cross Media NY has secured partnerships for the Yu-Gi-Oh! franchise that will bring licensed apparel to fans around the world. The new licensing partners include Vanquish Fitness, Creating Fun and Steady Hands. “Each of our new partners is looking to expand their anime presence in the marketplace and Yu-Gi-Oh! is their top choice,” … [Read more...] about Konami Announces Global Apparel Deals for Yu-Gi-Oh