TLL Staff Zenni Optical, the world’s leading online eyewear retailer, has announced a new partnership with Monster Jam, marking its first venture into motorsports. As the Official Eyewear Partner of Monster Jam, Zenni aims to bring affordable and stylish eyewear to fans of the action-packed motorsport, which hosts over 350 live events annually. Monster Jam is renowned … [Read more...] about Zenni Optical Joins Forces with Monster Jam as Official Eyewear Partner
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Sony Pictures Announces Three New Video Game Adaptations
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Sony Pictures is continuing its program of adapting top video games into films and series with three new adaptations. The new films and series will include adaptations of the runaway hit game Helldivers (pictured above), Horizon Zero Dawn, and Ghost of Tsushima. The announcements were made at the CES 2025 tech trade show, where Sony … [Read more...] about Sony Pictures Announces Three New Video Game Adaptations
Pottery Barn and Kravet Launch Exclusive Homewares Collection
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Pottery Barn and Kravet have unveiled a collaborative homewares collection that blends the renowned textile designs from Kravet's archives with Pottery Barn's signature aesthetic. This marks the first time Kravet has shared its extensive textile archive—spanning over 2,000 years—with an outside design team, offering consumers access to … [Read more...] about Pottery Barn and Kravet Launch Exclusive Homewares Collection
Why the Sports Licensing and Tailgate Show is a Must in 2025
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief You have less than two weeks left before the biggest trade show in sports licensing begins at the Las Vegas Convention Center, starting January 22. The Sports Licensing and Tailgate Show (SLATS or the Tailgate Show) has 100 new exhibitors this year, adding up to a staggering 375 brands represented at what has become the sector's … [Read more...] about Why the Sports Licensing and Tailgate Show is a Must in 2025
Puma Pounces on Tiger Woods’ New Logo for Sun Day Red
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief It's a trademark battle between the Puma and the Tiger, as the sportswear giant has filed a notice of opposition to the champion golfer's new logo. Tiger Woods has hit a second roadblock in establishing a trademark for his company Sun Day Red, as Puma filed its notice of opposition with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office on January 2, … [Read more...] about Puma Pounces on Tiger Woods’ New Logo for Sun Day Red
Getty Images and Shutterstock Announce $3.7 Billion Merger to Create Industry Giant
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Huge news in the world of image licensing, as Getty Images Holdings, Inc. and Shutterstock have agreed to a merger deal valued at approximately $3.7 billion. The combined entity, to be named Getty Images Holdings, Inc., will remain listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol “GETY.” The companies note this 'merger … [Read more...] about Getty Images and Shutterstock Announce $3.7 Billion Merger to Create Industry Giant
Prime Brands Partners with Sharper Image to Launch Innovative Tech Solutions
TLL Staff Prime Brands Group has announced an exclusive partnership with the Sharper Image brand. Prime Brands is a leader in brand licensing in the premium technology sector, while Sharper Image is a well-known developer of consumer technology products. The companies announced in the days leading up to the CES conference a new agreement that grants Prime Brands Group … [Read more...] about Prime Brands Partners with Sharper Image to Launch Innovative Tech Solutions
STL Moves to Acquire Famed Fashion House Christian Lacroix
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Another major shakeup in the world of fashion, as Spain's Sociedad Textil Lonia (STL) is acquiring the famed French fashion house Christian Lacroix. The company revealed the news Tuesday, January 7, but has not revealed any details, such as the value of its offer. Even though it's just the beginning of January, this new year has already … [Read more...] about STL Moves to Acquire Famed Fashion House Christian Lacroix
Lion Forge: The Studio Forging More Diverse Programming in Animation
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief It’s probably fair to say that increased diversity in the entertainment industry has been driven primarily by activism by under-represented groups, particularly women, racial minorities and the LGBTQ+ community. But it’s also true that the industry is getting the message, and now understands that having diversity both in characters … [Read more...] about Lion Forge: The Studio Forging More Diverse Programming in Animation
Hasbro Making Big Changes to Monopoly for 90th Anniversary
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Monopoly is not only the best known board game in the world; it's also arguably the most licensed board game. Ironically, Hasbro's star attraction doesn't insist on a monopoly, as it has been licensed out more than 300 times! After nine decades, Monopoly has remained a beloved staple of game nights, and a staple of widely varied … [Read more...] about Hasbro Making Big Changes to Monopoly for 90th Anniversary