By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief If you thought artificial intelligence posed a threat to your intellectual property before, you ain’t seen nothin’ yet. The AI model Grok, released by the Elon Musk-owned developer xAI, has already raised new concerns over copyright infringement since the Grok 2 update was released in August last year. Unlike other AI chatbots that … [Read more...] about Opinion: Grok 2 Shows We Need New Copyright Laws for AI and Social Media
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Nyx Partners with Gordon and Holly Ramsay to Create Buttermelt Blush Cake
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Nyx Professional Makeup has partnered with chef Gordon Ramsey and influencer Holly Ramsay for a promotional cake baking campaign based on the brand's Buttermelt Blush. The licensing partnership with the famous father-daughter duo features an exclusive Buttermelt Blush cake recipe by celebrity chef Gordon Ramsey that includes ingredients and … [Read more...] about Nyx Partners with Gordon and Holly Ramsay to Create Buttermelt Blush Cake
The McCartys Go Beyond YouTube in Deal With Wind Sun Sky Entertainment
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Viral Nation Talent has partnered with Wind Sun Sky Entertainment to produce a wide range of multi-platform content for The McCartys. The McCartys are a family of online influencers that create comedic, short-form videos that are released on the family's dedicated Youtube, TikTok and Instagram social media channels. The McCarty's family … [Read more...] about The McCartys Go Beyond YouTube in Deal With Wind Sun Sky Entertainment
NSB and Yuzu Dating App Announce New Licensing Relationship
By TLL Staff Match Group’s Yuzu social app has signed a licensing partnership with the Asian-American music and online entertainment group, North Star Boys (NSB). Available on the iOS store, Yuzu is a social media and dating app that provides a platform for the Asian diaspora community to connect through shared values and interests. The Yuzu and NSB partnership will … [Read more...] about NSB and Yuzu Dating App Announce New Licensing Relationship
Underscore Talent Launches New Division for STEM Education
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Underscore Talent is launching a new division that focuses on representing creative talent across STEM, learning and education. A subsidiary of TheSoul Publishing, Underscore is a talent management firm that represents a diverse client base of content creators across multiple social media, online streaming and gaming platforms. This includes … [Read more...] about Underscore Talent Launches New Division for STEM Education
Cronus Global to Rep emoji company in US and Canada
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The folks at Cronus Global have a smile on their faces today, as the agency has been appointed by the emoji company for the US and Canada. “We’re excited to partner with Cronus Global, a leading licensing agency known for its innovative strategies in brand development,” said Marco Huesges, CEO and founder of the emoji company GmbH. … [Read more...] about Cronus Global to Rep emoji company in US and Canada
Artists Return to Platform As Universal Signs TikTok Truce
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Universal Music Group has just signed a new, multi-dimensional licensing agreement that will see its artists return to the TikTok platform. UMG says the new deal will deliver "significant industry-leading benefits for UMG’s global family of artists, songwriters and labels and will return their music to TikTok’s billion-plus global … [Read more...] about Artists Return to Platform As Universal Signs TikTok Truce
Viral TikTok Sensation Sad Nuggie Enters World of Licensing
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The viral TikTok character Sad Nuggie is a little happier these days, boasting a growing fan base and success in licensing. If you've never hear of Sad Nuggie, don't be surprised. The character and brand was launched less than two years ago, in August of 2022, but is growing fast with a soaring audience on Tiktok. The brand is now … [Read more...] about Viral TikTok Sensation Sad Nuggie Enters World of Licensing
Licensing Law: Google Faces Fines, Multibillion Dollar Lawsuit In Europe
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The search and advertising giant Google is facing a double whammy of legal threats over its media activities in the European Union. In one case, Google was fined €250 million on March 20 by French regulators, who say the company breached an agreement to pay media companies for reproducing their content online. In the second case, … [Read more...] about Licensing Law: Google Faces Fines, Multibillion Dollar Lawsuit In Europe
What Will A TikTok Ban Mean For Brands and Licensing?
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The threat of a TikTok ban just got a lot more real, leaving brands, influencers and businesses scrambling to find a 'Plan B' for social media influence. The US House of Representatives passed a bill Wednesday, March 13, that would require TikTok's parent company ByteDance to sell the social media platform or face what amounts to a … [Read more...] about What Will A TikTok Ban Mean For Brands and Licensing?