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US Court Confirms AI-Generated Art Cannot Be Copyrighted

Ruling Seen As Victory For Artists and Other Human Creators By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Artificial Intelligence fought the law, and the law won, thanks to a US court that confirmed only human works of art can be copyrighted. In a case heard in a US District court in Washington, D.C., Judge Beryl Howell supported the US Copyright Office's rejection of an application … [Read more...] about US Court Confirms AI-Generated Art Cannot Be Copyrighted

Year-Long Celebration for the 50th Anniversary of Hip Hop Kicks Off

By Allison WatkinsonTLL ReporterLegends Recordings and The Brand Liaison have announced an extensive roster of retailers, licensees, brand partners and events for the 50th Anniversary of Hip Hop. The independent record label Legends Recordings is the official licensor of the trademarks and art assets for the 50th Anniversary of Hip Hop brand.The 50th Anniversary of Hip Hop's … [Read more...] about Year-Long Celebration for the 50th Anniversary of Hip Hop Kicks Off

Joester Loria Group and Penguin Ventures Team Up on the World of Eric Carle

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The Joester Loria Group has appointed Penguin Ventures as its local sub-agent for the World of Eric Carle in the UK, Ireland, and Eire. The Joester Loria Group (JLG) is a full-service licensing and brand management agency. The agency is responsible for the global licensing rights to the World of Eric Carle brand. The World of Eric … [Read more...] about Joester Loria Group and Penguin Ventures Team Up on the World of Eric Carle

Firefly to Act As Agent For London Studio’s Art of Drag

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The London Studio has appointed Firefly Brand Management as its licensing agent for the Art of Drag brand in the US and Canada. Firefly is a global, full-service brand management and licensing agency that specializes in representing entertainment, interactive, technology, art, and lifestyle properties. “Firefly loved Art of Drag, were … [Read more...] about Firefly to Act As Agent For London Studio’s Art of Drag

The London Studio Partners With Tall Boy Prints for Art of Drag

By Allison WatkinsonTLL ReporterThe London Studio has secured a deal with Tall Boy Prints for a licensed wall art collection featuring the Art of Drag.The London Studio is a UK-based design company that specializes in creating art and greeting cards through both its in-house design team and licensing partnerships with outside artists.“We’re thrilled to be bringing Art of Drag … [Read more...] about The London Studio Partners With Tall Boy Prints for Art of Drag

MoMA and Medicom Partner on Salvador Dali BE@RBRICK Figure Set

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The MoMA Design Store and MEDICOM TOY have partnered on a licensed BE@RBRICK figure set featuring Salvador Dalí's artwork, The Persistence of Memory. MEDICOM TOY is a Japanese company that specializes in manufacturing toys and collectibles. The company's BE@RBRICK collectible figure brand was launched in 2001 to celebrate the 100th … [Read more...] about MoMA and Medicom Partner on Salvador Dali BE@RBRICK Figure Set

Licensing Law: Court Rules Against Andy Warhol in Landmark Copyright Case

Warhol v. Goldsmith Case Also Carries Major Implications for AI-Generated Works By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The US Supreme Court has ruled images of the musician Prince by Andy Warhol violated the copyright of photographer Lynn Goldsmith. The ruling has massive implications for both human artists and for those using artificial intelligence to generate images, videos … [Read more...] about Licensing Law: Court Rules Against Andy Warhol in Landmark Copyright Case

Who’s News: Kidrobot Creator, Legendary Artist Frank Kozik Passes Away at 61

By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Sad news for musicians, art fans and the licensing industry as legendary artist and Kidrobot creative force Frank Kozik passed away unexpectedly on May 6. The announcement came from a saddened Joel Weinshanker, the CEO of Ad Populum, which owns the pop art firm Kidrobot. “Words escape how we felt about Frank," Weinshanker said. … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Kidrobot Creator, Legendary Artist Frank Kozik Passes Away at 61

Art Licensing: Moxie Secures Partnership With Romare Bearden Foundation

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Moxie and Co has secured a global partnership with the Romare Bearden Foundation to represent its artwork, prints and commercial designs. The Romare Bearden Foundation is a non-profit organization that was established in 1990 by the estate of Romare Bearden to preserve and expand upon the late artist's legacy. Bearden was an … [Read more...] about Art Licensing: Moxie Secures Partnership With Romare Bearden Foundation

Pretty as a Picture: TSBA Signs New Licensees for National Portrait Gallery

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The TSBA Group has signed new licensees for The National Portrait Gallery ahead of its re-opening on June 22, 2023. The TSBA Group (aka The Sports and Brands Agency) is responsible for signing global retail and brand partnerships for The National Portrait Gallery. The new licensees for the gallery include The Tea Makers of London and … [Read more...] about Pretty as a Picture: TSBA Signs New Licensees for National Portrait Gallery