By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief ITV Studios has granted exclusive rights in the metaverse for its hit show The Voice to the Virtual Brand Group. The Voice is currently the world's number one talent show, and has radically changed the way stars are created by masking the competitors' appearance. The show's creators have now decided it's time to take The Voice … [Read more...] about ITV’s The Voice Enters Metaverse With Help From VBG
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NECA & Walmart Launch Digital Collectibles Platform
AutoT Portal to Launch With Exclusively Licensed Lithographs by Artist Bob Ross By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Walmart has taken a bold step into the world of digital collectibles, partnering with NECA to launch a new platform called AutoT. The National Entertainment Collectibles Association and Walmart have already created what they say is a "first of its kind … [Read more...] about NECA & Walmart Launch Digital Collectibles Platform
Microsoft and Meta Platforms Partner on Metaverse Expansion
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Microsoft and Meta Platforms have formed a licensing partnership for the metaverse that focuses on virtual productivity and security. Meta Platforms Inc, formerly Facebook Inc, is a global provider of social networking, advertising, electronic devices, and business solutions. Microsoft and Meta's licensing partnership will expand on … [Read more...] about Microsoft and Meta Platforms Partner on Metaverse Expansion
Hot Topic Screams Into The Metaverse For Roblox Halloween
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The entertainment and music retailer Hot Topic is taking its first steps into the metaverse with a special Halloween event for fans. Hot Topic, a leading omni-channel merchandise destination, announced the launch of Halloween-inspired virtual items on the metaverse platform Roblox. "For Hot Topic, Halloween is a lifestyle, not just a day," … [Read more...] about Hot Topic Screams Into The Metaverse For Roblox Halloween
Falcon’s Beyond’s New Tech Is Bridging the Digital and Real Worlds
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Falcon's Beyond has unveiled a new technology it says will combine digital and real-world experiences in the metaverse. Falcon's Beyond is an integrated entertainment development company that has become a leader in the global experiential entertainment industry. Now, Falcon's is truly going beyond with the release of BeyondME, a new fan … [Read more...] about Falcon’s Beyond’s New Tech Is Bridging the Digital and Real Worlds
Move Over Bored Apes: IMG Signs With Okay Bears
Following its record-breaking launch, NFT project Okay Bears is now set to venture into the retail world after appointing IMG as its exclusive global licensing representative. IMG will work with Okay Bears to facilitate meaningful collaborations across all categories that reflect the brand’s values and provide Okay Bears’ active global community with new products and … [Read more...] about Move Over Bored Apes: IMG Signs With Okay Bears
Firefly Games Launches New Studio For Metaverse Development
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The mobile developer Firefly Games has created a new metaverse development studio called Metaworld Entertainment. The company's belief in the future of the metaverse is underlined by the fact the Metaworld studio will be headed by Michael Zhang, who is the current CEO at Firefly Games. “We’re providing high-quality content on top of the … [Read more...] about Firefly Games Launches New Studio For Metaverse Development
NFT Trading Plunges by 99% on Open Sea
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Just months ago NFTs were all the rage for artists, investors and many licensing firms, but this week trading in NFTs has dropped a shocking 99% on Open Sea. The world's largest trading platform for NFTs, Open Sea has seen trading plummet from $2.7 billion in transactions on May 1, to a dismal $9.34 million on Aug. 28. The figures from Fortune … [Read more...] about NFT Trading Plunges by 99% on Open Sea
NFT Licensing: Brand Central Goes Bananas With Bored Ape Deals
Brand Central, the exclusive global licensing agency for Bored of Directors, has appointed seven international sub-agents for the Bored Ape NFT collective. Working together with the licensor, NFIP Holdings, Brand Central and the network of sub-agents have already begun signing partners and engaging global retailers. The Bored of Directors’ Sub-Agents include: Asembl … [Read more...] about NFT Licensing: Brand Central Goes Bananas With Bored Ape Deals
Metaverse Licensing: iHeartMedia Hosting Concerts in Fortnite
iHeartMedia took its first steps in to the metaverse by launching its first virtual world on Fortnite,called iHeartLand. The launch is just the first step in iHeartMedia's ambitious plans for the metaverse, as the company undertakes a campaign to attract younger audiences and to become a leader in the growing Web3 economy. iHeartMedia is a major force in the music and content … [Read more...] about Metaverse Licensing: iHeartMedia Hosting Concerts in Fortnite