By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Hasbro, Inc. has announced the completion of its licensing acquisition of D&D Beyond from Fandom, Inc. D&D Beyond is the massively popular digital RPG toolset and game companion to the… . . . read more
Available Licenses: Black Angus and Gel Blaster Partner With Evolution USA
May 20, 2022
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Evolution USA is looking for licensing partners for new clients Gel Blaster Inc. and Black Angus Steakhouse. Gel Blaster and Evolution just entered into a representation agreement where… . . . read more
Dino Ranch Lassos Licensing Deal With Toy Maker Simba Dickie
May 17, 2022
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The Simba Dickie Group has signed a licensed consumer products deal with Boat Rocker Studios for the popular kid’s series Dino Ranch The upcoming product range will feature the Big… . . . read more
Hit Series Gigantosaurus Appoints Master Toy Maker
May 16, 2022
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Cyber Group Studios has hired the boutique toy company United Smile as the new worldwide master toy licensee for its CGI-animated series, Gigantosaurus. In its new position, United Smile will… . . . read more
Toy Licensing: LEGO and Hasbro Partner on Giant, Transforming Optimus Prime
May 13, 2022
Leading global toy companies, the LEGO Group and Hasbro, Inc. have united for the first time to bring the Transformers Autobot, Optimus Prime, to life in LEGO form. The licensed LEGO Transformers Optimus Prime set… . . . read more
Celebrity Licensing: Fisher-Price Gets Fierce and Fabulous With RuPaul Collection
May 11, 2022
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Drag queen icon RuPaul has sashayed into a tiny but fierce licensing deal for miniature figurines with Fisher Price. First introduced in 2019, the Little People Collector brand is part… . . . read more
Experiential Licensing: Mattel and Kilburn Launch World of Barbie Attraction
May 3, 2022
Kilburn Lives has announced a partnership with Mattel for a new upcoming immersive attraction, the World Of Barbie. “We were asked to bring Barbie’s playset to life. Who can say no to that opportunity?” said Kilburn… . . . read more
Sustainability: Mattel Sets Aggressive Goal To Reduce Plastic in Packaging
April 27, 2022
Toy giant Mattel has raised the bar on its plans for sustainable packaging, pledging to reduce plastics by 25% by 2030. Mattel also says any plastic that still being used by 2030 will be 100%… . . . read more
Web 3: LEGO Going From Bricks to Bytes With Digital Transition
April 21, 2022
The LEGO Group has opened a new digital office in Copenhagen to support its long-term digital ambitions in the metaverse. The office, one of four digital workspaces around the world, will be a base for… . . . read more
TCG Toys Strikes Licensing Deals To Bring Bend-Ems Back to the Toy Shelf
April 14, 2022
Multi-brand toy company TCG Toys is bringing back the licensed 1990s heritage toy line, Bend-Ems, through a slate of licensing agreements. Bend-Ems are action figures with bendable arms and legs. The soft rubber-like exterior and… . . . read more