By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Licensed Right International has signed an agreement with Laurel Burch Studios to represent the late artist Laurel Burch. The licensing agency will be representing the art and design of Laurel Burch in North America. Laurel Burch was an American painter, entrepreneur, product designer and licensor who was active in the surrealist … [Read more...] about Licensed Rights to Represent Famed Surrealist Artist Laurel Burch
Entertainment
Marvel, Disney, LEGO the Top Brands for Kids in 2024
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief A major survey by The BrandTrends Group has identified the top 10 global brands for children, led by Marvel. BrandTrends Group CEO, Philippe Guinaudeau says the new data charts a course for marketers in the ever-evolving licensing industry, grounded in robust global research. Conducted across 40 countries, with about 70,000 respondents aged … [Read more...] about Marvel, Disney, LEGO the Top Brands for Kids in 2024
Virtual Brand Group Launches Digital Fashion Line for The Voice
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Virtual Brand Group (VBG) has launched a digital Hype Gear fashion line for The Voice brand on HiberWorld's Ready Player Me avatar creation platform. Ready Player Me is a digital avatar company that offers an embeddable Avatar Creator that metaverse developers can integrate into their apps and games to save time, boost engagement, and … [Read more...] about Virtual Brand Group Launches Digital Fashion Line for The Voice
Fans Get a Kick Out of Miraculous-Themed Kung Fu Tea Beverages
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Kung Fu Tea is getting a superpowered boost, launching two new beverages inspired by the animated hit show action-comedy series Miraculous—Tales of Ladybug & Cat Noir. "We are thrilled to join forces with superheroes Ladybug and Cat Noir who are cherished by fans worldwide," said Matthew Poveromo, Marketing Manager, Kung Fu Tea. … [Read more...] about Fans Get a Kick Out of Miraculous-Themed Kung Fu Tea Beverages
Must Read: Universal Music Calls Time Out on TikTok Agreement
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Universal Music Group just dropped a bomb on TikTok, saying it will back out of its music licensing agreement with the social media giant. The music publisher, one of the global 'Big Three' that dominates the industry, says it will remove all songs from TikTok, accusing the company of trying to bully them into taking a bad deal over … [Read more...] about Must Read: Universal Music Calls Time Out on TikTok Agreement
SAG-AFTRA Calling for Ban on Deep Fake Porn After Taylor Swift Targeted by AI
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Generative AI may have just picked on the wrong celebrity, as millions of fans are furiously attacking porn sites that have posted deep fakes of the Taylor Swift. The actors union SAG-AFTRA is also coming after generative AI deep fakes, once more calling for the US government to ban them, saying the images are “upsetting, harmful and … [Read more...] about SAG-AFTRA Calling for Ban on Deep Fake Porn After Taylor Swift Targeted by AI
Global Hit Jade Armor Announces New Licensing and Distribution Deals
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter TeamTO has announced several new licensing and distribution initiatives to complement the upcoming release of Jade Armor's second season. Jade Armor is a family-friendly TV series and entertainment property that follows a young girl who must fulfill her destiny as a mythical superhero. The production of Jade Armor's second season is … [Read more...] about Global Hit Jade Armor Announces New Licensing and Distribution Deals
Must Read: Licensing Haus Launching Licensing Campaign For Heathcliff’s 50th Anniversary
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The tough but lovable street cat Heathcliff is back, with a new licensing program marking the popular character’s 50th anniversary. The TLL Top 20 licensing agency Licensing Haus is taking the helm for the new program, which is coming off of two successful launches from streetwear fashion studios The Hundreds and Sleepy Peach. But … [Read more...] about Must Read: Licensing Haus Launching Licensing Campaign For Heathcliff’s 50th Anniversary
Spin Master Engages Wildbrain CPLG to Represent International Hit Unicorn Academy
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Spin Master has signed WildBrain CPLG as its licensing representative for Unicorn Academy in several regions across Europe. The new licensing agreement names Wildbrain CPLG as the official representative for the Unicorn Academy franchise in the Nordics, Iberia, Italy and Benelux. WildBrain CPLG plans to expand Unicorn Academy's … [Read more...] about Spin Master Engages Wildbrain CPLG to Represent International Hit Unicorn Academy
TMS Entertainment Extends Deal With Reemsborko for Baki Anime Brand
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter TMS Entertainment has renewed Reemsborko as its master licensee for the Baki anime brand in EMEA, Australia and New Zealand. The renewed agreement between Reemsborko and TMS extends the licensing agency's position as Baki's master licensee for three additional years. Reemsborko is a boutique licensing and brand extension agency that … [Read more...] about TMS Entertainment Extends Deal With Reemsborko for Baki Anime Brand