By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Mixed martial arts (MMA) giant UFC will again partner with Topps for an exclusive line of collectible trading cards. Topps previously held the license for UFC from 2009 to 2020, and in the intervening years the company was acquired by Fanatics, which quickly became the dominant force in the sector. Now, Topps is stepping back into … [Read more...] about UFC Signs Multi-Year Trading Card Licensing With Fanatics and Topps
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Jack Link’s Launch New Flavors Inspired by Fritos Chili Cheese and Flamin’ Hot
Two of the most popular snack brands in America, Jack Link’s and Frito-Lay, have teamed up to create new flavors of meat snacks. The new product line will combine the taste of Fritos Chili Cheese and Flamin’ Hot with Jack Link’s high-quality jerky and cheese sticks. The new products, which include beef jerky, meat sticks, and cheese stick and meat combos, are seasoned … [Read more...] about Jack Link’s Launch New Flavors Inspired by Fritos Chili Cheese and Flamin’ Hot
Bruce Wayne Inspired Home Collection Gives You a Classy Place to Hang Your Bat Cape
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Formitalia Group and Warner Bros. Discovery Global Consumer Products have entered a licensing partnership for a new Bruce Wayne inspired homeware collection. The upcoming Wayne Enterprises home collection will include a wide range of interior design products such as living room furniture, bedroom sets, office furniture, lighting and home … [Read more...] about Bruce Wayne Inspired Home Collection Gives You a Classy Place to Hang Your Bat Cape
Fans Get a Kick Out of Miraculous-Themed Kung Fu Tea Beverages
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Kung Fu Tea is getting a superpowered boost, launching two new beverages inspired by the animated hit show action-comedy series Miraculous—Tales of Ladybug & Cat Noir. "We are thrilled to join forces with superheroes Ladybug and Cat Noir who are cherished by fans worldwide," said Matthew Poveromo, Marketing Manager, Kung Fu Tea. … [Read more...] about Fans Get a Kick Out of Miraculous-Themed Kung Fu Tea Beverages
Nothing Says I Love You Like Krispy Kreme ‘Dough-Notes’
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Krispy Kreme has launched a new promotional Valentine’s Day collection called Krispy Kreme's Valentine’s Day Dough-Notes. The limited-edition Krispy Kreme collection features four new heart-shaped doughnut varieties called You Color My World, I Love You A Choco-Lot, You’re Berry Sweet and Without You I’d Crumble. The You Color My World … [Read more...] about Nothing Says I Love You Like Krispy Kreme ‘Dough-Notes’
Must Read: Universal Music Calls Time Out on TikTok Agreement
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Universal Music Group just dropped a bomb on TikTok, saying it will back out of its music licensing agreement with the social media giant. The music publisher, one of the global 'Big Three' that dominates the industry, says it will remove all songs from TikTok, accusing the company of trying to bully them into taking a bad deal over … [Read more...] about Must Read: Universal Music Calls Time Out on TikTok Agreement
Nike Suing Sneaker Designer on Allegations of Trademark Infringement
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Footwear and fitness giant Nike is suing a small sneaker designer for allegedly putting out copies of its Air Jordan 1 High sneakers. In a complaint filed in New Jersey District Court Jan. 25, Nike called Global Heartbreak founder Naadier Riles a "bootlegger" (pun intended?), saying the designer essentially copied its Air Jordans, and put … [Read more...] about Nike Suing Sneaker Designer on Allegations of Trademark Infringement
Sesame Workshop Launches STEM App With Story Toys
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Sesame Workshop and StoryToys have officially launched a new STEM-focused educational gaming app called Sesame Street Mecha Builders. Based on the Sesame Street Mecha Builders spinoff series, the mobile application includes reimagined robotic superhero versions of licensed Sesame Street characters like Elmo, Cookie Monster and Abby … [Read more...] about Sesame Workshop Launches STEM App With Story Toys
Thames & Cosmos Release STEM Toys Inspired by Wondery Kids Podcast
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Wondery and Thames & Kosmos have announced a collaborative collection of STEM toys and science kits inspired by the Wow in the World podcast. Designed by Thames & Kosmos, the Wondery Kids x Wow in the World product line combines durable science-learning toys with exclusive audio content from the hosts of the Wow in the World … [Read more...] about Thames & Cosmos Release STEM Toys Inspired by Wondery Kids Podcast
SAG-AFTRA Calling for Ban on Deep Fake Porn After Taylor Swift Targeted by AI
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Generative AI may have just picked on the wrong celebrity, as millions of fans are furiously attacking porn sites that have posted deep fakes of the Taylor Swift. The actors union SAG-AFTRA is also coming after generative AI deep fakes, once more calling for the US government to ban them, saying the images are “upsetting, harmful and … [Read more...] about SAG-AFTRA Calling for Ban on Deep Fake Porn After Taylor Swift Targeted by AI