US Sanctions Loom As China Continues Alliance With Russia During War in Ukraine By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Much has been written about the impact of the Ukraine War on the global economy, but little on the potential impact on the licensing and consumer products industry in the event that China is sanctioned by Western nations. However, that is a very real … [Read more...] about Analysis: Is Licensing Industry Prepared For a Cold War With China?
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Literary Licensing: Netflix To Air Five New Series Based on Dr. Seuss
Netflix is following the success of its 2019 Green Eggs and Ham series by launching five new Dr. Seuss series and specials. Dr. Seuss Enterprises and Netflix announced they will work together to bring the wild world of the classic kids writer to the screen. The projects include series or specials inspired by Horton Hears a Who!, The Sneetches, One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish, … [Read more...] about Literary Licensing: Netflix To Air Five New Series Based on Dr. Seuss
Travel + Leisure Getting Into the Wine Business
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Few things go together better than travel and a good bottle of wine, which has inspired the latest Travel + Leisure licensing deal. Travel + Leisure Group says it's getting into the wine business through a licensing partnership with Vintage Wine Estates, Inc. The travel magazine announced this week the launch of travelandleisurewine.com, … [Read more...] about Travel + Leisure Getting Into the Wine Business
Licensing Law: Spin Master Wins Key IP Legal Actions in China
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Canadian-based toymaker Spin Master announced it has won several landmark IP protection cases in the Chinese courts. While many Western companies have in the past complained about IP theft in China, Spin Master says its victories are a positive sign of China's commitment to tackle counterfeiting and IP infringement in the toy industry. "These … [Read more...] about Licensing Law: Spin Master Wins Key IP Legal Actions in China
NFT Licensing: Acura Builds Virtual Showroom in the Decentraland Metaverse
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Luxury car company Acura says it will release the 2023 Integra by building a showroom in the metaverse and releasing an NFT. Acura's new metaverse showroom will open in the metaverse world Decentraland on March 22, and allow people to view an immersive experience commemorating the Integra and Acura legacy. Acura will run its Integra campaign … [Read more...] about NFT Licensing: Acura Builds Virtual Showroom in the Decentraland Metaverse
Sophie la Girafe Up For An Animal Adventure Through Licensing Deal
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Animal Adventure has entered a new licensing agreement for consumer products with the long-standing infant brand, Sophie la girafe. The agreement was fostered with the help of Anjar & Becker Associates, an award-winning IP licensing and brand management agency. "We’re very excited that we could bring Sophie la girafe and Dan Dee/Animal … [Read more...] about Sophie la Girafe Up For An Animal Adventure Through Licensing Deal
Warner and Cartamundi Release DC Hybrid Trading Cards With NFTs
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Cartamundi Group and Warner Bros. Consumer Products have launched a new line of licensed DC Hybrid Trading Cards by Hro. The new program combines physical cards with collectible NFTs. Founded in 1970, Cartamundi Group is a prolific manufacturer, producer, and distributor of board games, collectible card games, playing cards, and … [Read more...] about Warner and Cartamundi Release DC Hybrid Trading Cards With NFTs
Cosmo Going To the Dogs … and Cats … With New Furbabies Line
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Leading media brand Cosmopolitan has partnered with pet supply manufacturer Ethical Products for the launch of a licensed Cosmo Furbabies product line. “It’s not an overstatement to say that Cosmo readers are obsessed with their pets,” explains Angela Kim, Senior Director of Hearst Global Licensing. “Given their tendency to splurge on their … [Read more...] about Cosmo Going To the Dogs … and Cats … With New Furbabies Line
Celebrity Licensing: Rock Band KISS Expands Its Liquor Line
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Popular rock band KISS has partnered with Brands For Fans on the development of a licensed KISS-themed alcohol called Cold Gin. The product is named after the band's track Cold Gin that was released in 1974. The product has received two internationally recognized awards for quality to date. It is the fourth product released in the Drink It Up … [Read more...] about Celebrity Licensing: Rock Band KISS Expands Its Liquor Line
Which Brands Are Immortalized in Tattoos? Find Out Here
There are a lot of ways to measure the popularity of a brand, but DealA has come up with a new one for me. The coupon website DealA has measured brand popularity by measuring how many tattoos were posted on Instagram. And the winner is Disney, by a long shot. DealA normally measures popularity by how many people check in for brand discount codes or vouchers, but maybe because … [Read more...] about Which Brands Are Immortalized in Tattoos? Find Out Here