By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Universal Music Group has just launched a massive new metaverse project on Roblox, in partnership with virtual world developer Supersocial. The two companies collaborated on the creation of Beat Galaxy, which they describe as "an innovative new music hub on Roblox, the immersive platform for communication and connection." In doing … [Read more...] about Universal Music Places Big Bet on A Musical Metaverse
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KIDZ BOP Inks Exclusive Licensing Deal With IHL Group
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The KIDZ BOP music brand has secured a master licensing partnership with the IHL Group for a themed apparel collection.The licensed children's apparel line will include products such as activewear, sleepwear and loungewear inspired by KIDZ BOP pop star fashion. KIDZ BOP plans to support the licensing collaboration with several prominent … [Read more...] about KIDZ BOP Inks Exclusive Licensing Deal With IHL Group
The Grinch Podcast Greenlit for Second Festive Season
TLL Staff Following a stellar debut season, the podcast streamer Wondery announced it is greenlighting a second season of its breakout hit ‘Tis The Grinch Holiday Podcast. “The Grinch told me that he found being a talk show host was a surprisingly satisfying experience!" said Marshall Lewy, Chief Content Officer for Wondery. "Sure he was a curmudgeon on set, but ‘Tis The … [Read more...] about The Grinch Podcast Greenlit for Second Festive Season
Wildbrain Serves Up Sweet Selection of Strawberry Shortcake Activations
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter WildBrain is launching a wide range of holiday-themed products, content and experiences for its Strawberry Shortcake children's'' brand.The licensed activations and events are intended to support the release of WildBrain’s new CG-animated Netflix special, Strawberry Shortcake’s Perfect Holiday.Strawberry Shortcake recently made an appearance … [Read more...] about Wildbrain Serves Up Sweet Selection of Strawberry Shortcake Activations
Penguin Ventures Wins Rights to CP Program For ‘Who’s In Your Book’ Series
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Penguin Ventures has bagged the global rights to create a consumer products program for Tom Fletcher’s bestselling Puffin picture book series, ‘Who’s in Your Book?’ Fletcher is a number-one bestseller and one of the UK’s most popular children’s authors. His debut middle-grade novel, ‘The Christmasaurus,’ was the biggest of 2016 and was … [Read more...] about Penguin Ventures Wins Rights to CP Program For ‘Who’s In Your Book’ Series
Toikido Partners with Moonbug For PeaKeeBoo Animated Series
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Toikido has partnered with Moonbug Entertainment to create an animated preschool series based on its new, internally-created IP, PeaKeeBoo.Under the terms of the collaborative licensing agreement, Moonbug Entertainment will be responsible for producing the first season of the PeaKeeBoo animated series, which is expected to launch on the … [Read more...] about Toikido Partners with Moonbug For PeaKeeBoo Animated Series
CBC News Investigation Alleges Artificial Intelligence Violated Author’s Copyright
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief (Disclosure: The writer of this article was formerly a member of the Investigative Unit at CBC News, ending in 2008) An investigation by CBC News says the work of Canadian authors were shared online as part of a dataset used for training artificial intelligence software. The Canadian broadcaster found that at least 2,500 copyrighted books … [Read more...] about CBC News Investigation Alleges Artificial Intelligence Violated Author’s Copyright
Hasbro Reveals Details for Second U.S. Peppa Pig Theme Park
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Hasbro and Merlin Entertainments have released details on the officially licensed Peppa Pig theme park under construction in North Texas. Located in North Richland Hills, the upcoming theme park will include an assortment of rides, play areas and attractions based on licensed characters from Hasbro's Peppa Pig franchise. Scheduled to open in … [Read more...] about Hasbro Reveals Details for Second U.S. Peppa Pig Theme Park
Horrid Henry Goes Global with Webshop and Licensed Merch from Star Editions
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Novel Entertainment has signed a licensing deal with the global e-commerce platform Star Editions for print-on-demand Horrid Henry merchandise.The Star Editions e-commerce partnership was brokered by Caroline Mickler Limited on behalf of Novel Entertainment. “I'm thrilled with the launch of Star Editions’ latest print-on-demand shop," said Star … [Read more...] about Horrid Henry Goes Global with Webshop and Licensed Merch from Star Editions
Uber One Releasing ‘Grinchmas Kit’ with Dr. Seuss Enterprises
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief If you're like the Grinch and just trying to get through the holidays with mind and soul intact, you might want to check out the Grinch's kit from Uber One. The ride hailing and food delivery company Uber One is partnering with Dr. Seuss Enterprises to release A Very Grinchmas Kit, telling the Grinch story with (what else?) … [Read more...] about Uber One Releasing ‘Grinchmas Kit’ with Dr. Seuss Enterprises