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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Toy Licensing: PhatMojo Appoints Mix Licensing For Global Representation
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter PhatMojo has appointed Mix Licensing Group to grow their licensing portfolio and form new master toy partnerships. Mix Licensing will be responsible for evaluating brands in the categories of entertainment, gaming, pop-culture and more to expand PhatMojo’s master toy programs and maximize retail impact. “It is exciting to work with such … [Read more...] about Toy Licensing: PhatMojo Appoints Mix Licensing For Global Representation
Ferrero To Release Miraculous Kinder Surprise Eggs
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter ZAG has signed an agreement with Ferrero for a multi-territory, in-store promotion for its licensed property, Miraculous. Ferrero is a multinational manufacturer of chocolate and confectionary products based in Italy. The licensing agreement for the multi-territory, European promotion with Ferrero was brokered by DeAPlaneta Entertainment, … [Read more...] about Ferrero To Release Miraculous Kinder Surprise Eggs
Sesame Workshop and Quest Diagnostics Team Up to Reduce Healthcare Inequities
By Allison WatkinsonTLL Reporter Sesame Workshop and Quest Diagnostics are starting a nationwide program to address health inequities among children in low-income and marginalized communities. The new multi-year program is called Quest for Health Equity (Q4HE), and is focused on providing a combination of donated testing services, educational programs, and funding to … [Read more...] about Sesame Workshop and Quest Diagnostics Team Up to Reduce Healthcare Inequities
Licensing International Names Delivering Good as its Charity of Choice
By Allison WatkinsonTLL Reporter Licensing International has named the non-profit organization Delivering Good as its charity of choice for product donations. Delivering Good is a non-profit that provides new merchandise donated by manufacturers and retailers to families facing economic, medical, social, and environmental challenges. Since 1985, Delivering Good has … [Read more...] about Licensing International Names Delivering Good as its Charity of Choice
BBC Studios Adds Twelve New Partners to Bluey’s North America Licensing Program
By Allison WatkinsonTLL Reporter BBC Studios is adding to its list of licensed consumer products partners for the animated, preschool brand, Bluey. These new licensing partnerships lead up to the debut of the giant Bluey balloon at the 2022 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. The publishing company Bendon, Inc. is releasing a line of Imagine ink coloring books in the U.S. … [Read more...] about BBC Studios Adds Twelve New Partners to Bluey’s North America Licensing Program
Spielwarenmesse and Licensing International Partner on New Trade Show
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The biggest players in licensing trade shows have partnered to bring the industry a new event in Germany called BRANDmate. The German trade fair provider Spielwarenmesse is now partnering with Licensing International and the organizers of a new B2B networking event to create the new company BRANDmate GmbH. That company will launch a new … [Read more...] about Spielwarenmesse and Licensing International Partner on New Trade Show
Ubisoft Extends Partnership With Fabacus As Part Of Assassin’s Creed 15th Anniversary
By Allison WatkinsonTLL Reporter Following a partnership for the Assassin’s Creed Valhalla brand earlier this year, Ubisoft and Fabacus are joining forces for Assassin’s Creed's 15th anniversary. The agreement between the two companies was brokered by the licensing division of the global entertainment company, IMG. Fabacus is a global software developer that is known … [Read more...] about Ubisoft Extends Partnership With Fabacus As Part Of Assassin’s Creed 15th Anniversary
Adidas Ends Partnership With Kanye West Over Antisemitic Posts
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Sportswear titan Adidas has ended its partnership with Kanye West, saying it “does not tolerate antisemitism.” The move comes after the controversial rapper and entrepreneur was suspended from Instagram and Twitter over offensive posts. The move will be expensive for Adidas, which signed a mutually lucrative deal with West, who … [Read more...] about Adidas Ends Partnership With Kanye West Over Antisemitic Posts
Minecraft Fans Get New Merch Through Licensing Deal With Smiggle
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The video game franchise Minecraft has released a limited-edition accessory line with the retail brand Smiggle. The deal between Minecraft and Smiggle was brokered by licensing agency Merchantwise on behalf of the Minecraft brand. Merchantwise focuses on gaming, digital, and entertainment licensing for the Australia and New Zealand … [Read more...] about Minecraft Fans Get New Merch Through Licensing Deal With Smiggle