By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief EA Sports just announced a licensing deal with the Musqueam Indian Band in Vancouver for its FIFA 23 video game. It's an announcement that strikes home for me, as I was born and raised in Vancouver, but also spent decades covering indigenous affairs as a reporter in Canada. The Musqueam Indian Band (also known as the Musqueam Nation) is among … [Read more...] about FIFA 23 To Feature Indigenous Art From Musqueam Indian Band
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Licensing Law: Naked Nevermind Baby Loses Nirvana Lawsuit
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief A California court has ruled against a man who claims the cover artwork on Nirvana's 1991 grunge rock album Nevermind is child pornography. The ruling comes after Spencer Elden, now 31, sued the band over allegations of "commercial child sexual exploitation," after his image was used on the album's cover. That cover is considered among the … [Read more...] about Licensing Law: Naked Nevermind Baby Loses Nirvana Lawsuit
Art Ask Brokers Deal For Frida Kahlo-Inspired Moleskine Journals
Art Ask Agency says its partner Moleskine has launched its second collection of three luxury dated journals, based on the art of Frida Kahlo. After the success of the first collection launched in 2020, Art Ask says this second collection will also be distributed worldwide in stationery stores, airport stores and top end department stores at the end of 2022. The collection is … [Read more...] about Art Ask Brokers Deal For Frida Kahlo-Inspired Moleskine Journals
Ancient City of Dunhuang Depicted in Clash of Kings
The Chinese video game Clash of Kings has reached a "landmark licensing agreement" with Dunhuang Inspiration; part of the Dunhuang Culture & Tourism Group. The two-year deal, brokered by art and cultural IP specialist ARTiSTORY, gives Clash of Kings exclusive access to the historic assets, artworks and location-based resources of Dunhuang: a historic city, and UNESCO … [Read more...] about Ancient City of Dunhuang Depicted in Clash of Kings
Brevettar Announces Multi-Year Deal With Ikonick
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Brevettar has announced a new collaboration between Upper Deck and Ikonick to create a collection of artistic designs showcasing current and past sports superstars. “Brevettar is very pleased to extend Upper Deck’s relationship with some of the world’s most celebrated athletes into the category of inspirational wall art through Ikonick.” said … [Read more...] about Brevettar Announces Multi-Year Deal With Ikonick
ARTiSTORY Wins Global Licensing Rights for Centre Pompidou
ARTiSTORY continues to expand its portfolio of cultural partners, signing global licensing rights for Centre Pompidou, with initial expansion in China. “Centre Pompidou is a cultural landmark of France and one of the top ten most visited museums in the world," says Yizan He, founder & CEO of ARTiSTORY. "We have witnessed the museum’s effort to reach an international … [Read more...] about ARTiSTORY Wins Global Licensing Rights for Centre Pompidou
Artist Matthew Langille Appoints IMG For Licensing in Asia
IMG today announced it has been appointed as New York-based artist Matthew Langille’s exclusive licensing representative in Asia. “I’ve been working in the space where fashion and art meet for the past eighteen years on my own," said Langille. "I’m thrilled to have the full support of IMG behind me to help extend my artwork’s global reach and create exciting collaborations … [Read more...] about Artist Matthew Langille Appoints IMG For Licensing in Asia
Feature Report: Is There a Future for NFTs After Market Meltdown?
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief If you want to know how investors feel about NFTs right now, just follow the sound of the screaming. That should lead you to the hilariously apt Bear Market Screaming Therapy Group on Twitter and the communication app Telegram, where holders of Goblintown Ethereum NFTs (as= in the photo above) have gathered to post groans, howls, sobbing, … [Read more...] about Feature Report: Is There a Future for NFTs After Market Meltdown?
Celebrity Licensing: Bob Marley In First Licensed BRICKCRAFT Official Set
BRICKCRAFT Official launched its first set of licensed brick-building products with images of the legendary musical pioneer Bob Marley. The Bob Marley set is the first of many limited-time, licensed, brick-building kits to come, says BRICKCRAFT, a company that produces brick building sets designed for adults. Brick-building has always been a favorite pastime, but it exploded … [Read more...] about Celebrity Licensing: Bob Marley In First Licensed BRICKCRAFT Official Set
Cultural Licensing: British Library Extending Licensing Program to China
China will now have access to The British Library's unmatched collection of documents, thanks to a deal brokered by the cultural licensing agency ARTiSTORY. The agency recently signed a multi-year agreement with The British Library to work on IP licensing in the Greater China market. The British Library is the UK's national library and possesses the world’s most comprehensive … [Read more...] about Cultural Licensing: British Library Extending Licensing Program to China