Sports clothing and equipment company Under Armour is preparing to end its licensing contract with the National Football League, according to a report in the Financial Times. Under Armour has not officially confirmed the contract termination, but the Financial Times reported this week the deal will end later this year. The company's licensing deal with the NFL allowed the brand … [Read more...] about Under Armour Ending Licensing Deal With NFL
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TikTok And Universal Expand Their Musical Alliance
Universal Music Group (UMG) has entered into a landmark agreement with TikTok that will continue its transformation of the way music is marketed and sold. As earlier reported in The Licensing Letter, TikTok has entered into a number of music licensing agreements with publishers that allow its users to combine popular song tracks with their short videos on the social media … [Read more...] about TikTok And Universal Expand Their Musical Alliance
Disney/Pixar Release Nascar Products for #CarsWeek
Disney and Pixar’s Cars Week is back, leading up to this year’s Daytona 500 on Feb. 14, with all new products and activations inspired by popular real-life NASCAR drivers and iconic Disney and Pixar’s Cars characters. Disney says its classic Cars characters like Lightning McQueen, Jackson Storm, Mater, Luigi and Guido have been "NASCAR-ified," and some of the most notable … [Read more...] about Disney/Pixar Release Nascar Products for #CarsWeek
Jazwares Tag Teams With UFC For New Collectibles Line
Global toy company Jazwares, and UFC, the world's premier mixed martial arts organization, are teaming up again to bring the world of UFC and mixed martial arts a new line of UFC action figures and role play collectibles. The new line of collectibles is already available for preorder now from Ringside Collectibles. The new wave of collectible figures includes Conor McGregor, … [Read more...] about Jazwares Tag Teams With UFC For New Collectibles Line
Halo & Xbox Release New Bedding Sets For The Sleepy Gamer
Video gaming is exhausting work, so it just made sense for Microsoft to partner with boutique bedding specialist Dreamtex Ltd. to develop a bedding collection for the Xbox and the critically acclaimed Halo franchise. “Gamers ... and even Spartans ... need a good night’s sleep to make sure they are ready to perform every day,” says John Friend, Head of Halo & Xbox Consumer … [Read more...] about Halo & Xbox Release New Bedding Sets For The Sleepy Gamer
New Launches From Jewel For Black History Month
Jewel Branding & Licensing (JBL) is celebrating Black History Month by launching several new projects and highlighting some of their most talented designers, illustrators, influencers and TV personalities. The company says it's "proud to highlight the designers and artists of color in their portfolio, including illustrators and influencers Kendra Dandy of Bouffants & … [Read more...] about New Launches From Jewel For Black History Month
EA Announces Multiplatform, Global Expansion of FIFA Gaming Franchise
Electronic Arts' partnership with FIFA has been incredibly lucrative for both parties, and now the EA SPORTS division is doubling down with a massive expansion of games based on their collaboration. EA announced this week the signing of a multiyear UEFA license extension, ensuring the pinnacle of club football remains exclusive to EA SPORTS. As well, EA is expanding football … [Read more...] about EA Announces Multiplatform, Global Expansion of FIFA Gaming Franchise
LEGO Deal With SEGA Results in ‘Super Sonic’ Collection
Video gaming's most iconic speedster is now coming to a box of LEGO near you, as LEGO Ideas announced it is releasing a line of products for Sonic the Hedgehog. Even more interesting, the partnership is happening because of a concept design submitted by a 24-year-old LEGO superfan in the UK, Viv Grannel. LEGO says Grannel, also a passionate Sonic fan, created her design as a … [Read more...] about LEGO Deal With SEGA Results in ‘Super Sonic’ Collection
Mattel Developing ‘Heist’ Movie Based on Uno Game
Toy giant Mattel has been putting a lot of oomph behind its popular UNO game for its 50th Anniversary, and is topping off the program with a live action motion picture. Mattel Films will produce the project alongside Grammy-nominated rapper Lil Yachty. In addition, Quality Control’s Kevin “Coach K” Lee, Pierre “P” Thomas and Brian Sher will produce for Quality Films. Marcy … [Read more...] about Mattel Developing ‘Heist’ Movie Based on Uno Game
Outdoor Life Boots Up Licensing Deal With SLC Footwear
Outdoor Life is one of America's most venerable magazines, offering hunting tips and gear guides for well over a century ... and now the magazine will also produce its own line of outdoor footwear in partnership with SCL Footwear Group, says Richard Oren, Head of Licensing at Camden Media. “SCL Footwear Group is a premier manufacturer who appreciates the appeal and trust of … [Read more...] about Outdoor Life Boots Up Licensing Deal With SLC Footwear