By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Spin Master is renewing its master toy licensing agreement with UP&E for the preschool entertainment brand, Gabby’s Dollhouse. Created by Traci Paige Johnson and Jennifer Twomey, Gabby's Dollhouse is a mixed media preschool series from Dreamworks Animation. The animated series showcases a fantastical world full of cats that live inside of … [Read more...] about Spin Master and UP&E Renew Partnership for Gabby’s Dollhouse
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Who’s News: Benjamin Bao Named VP of Wildbrain China
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter WildBrain has promoted Benjamin Bao to general manager at WildBrain China to support the company's expansion across the APAC region. "Both China and APAC are rapidly growing and exciting areas of opportunity for us, and we have always taken a bespoke approach to strategy and execution that works hand-in-hand with cultural nuance and … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Benjamin Bao Named VP of Wildbrain China
Licensed Right International and Wildlife Madagascar Team Up for Sustainable Licensing
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Licensed Right International has signed an exclusive partnership with Wildlife Madagascar to develop a consumer brand inspired by Madagascar's ecosystem. Through the collaborative partnership, Licensed Right International and Wildlife Madagascar have created a portfolio of assets that will be available for license across the consumer … [Read more...] about Licensed Right International and Wildlife Madagascar Team Up for Sustainable Licensing
Sesame Workshop Cutting Staff, Sesame Street’s Fate in Limbo
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The fate of Sesame Street hangs in the balance, as brand owner Sesame Workshop cuts staff in the wake of Warner Bros. Discovery's decided not to renew its distribution deal. Sesame Workshop is not only the owner of the Sesame Street brand, but is also an important force in childhood education in the United States and around the world. It is … [Read more...] about Sesame Workshop Cutting Staff, Sesame Street’s Fate in Limbo
Chordal Launches InstantClear to Streamline Music Licensing
TLL Staff The music rights tech company Chordal has introduced InstantClear, a pre-cleared music licensing system designed to simplify and scale the commercial music industry’s licensing process. The system, which utilizes patent-pending technology, aims to provide a more efficient solution for securing legal, financial, and creative rights to fractionally owned songs. “With … [Read more...] about Chordal Launches InstantClear to Streamline Music Licensing
Wildbrain Research Finds the Families That Game Together, Stay Together
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief A lot of negative things have been said about adults and children alike spending too much time in front of a screen, but research from entertainment giant Wildbrain found that screen time spent together can help families bond. Wildbrain commissioned research on screen time by the research company Savanta. The resulting report explores the … [Read more...] about Wildbrain Research Finds the Families That Game Together, Stay Together
University of Toronto Press and British Library Announce Scribe Book
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter University of Toronto Press and the British Library are releasing a new co-published volume by Patricia Lovett, titled The Art of the Scribe. Scheduled for release in April 2025, The Art of the Scribe builds on the long-standing partnership between the British Library and the UTP. “UTP's extensive reach throughout North America has … [Read more...] about University of Toronto Press and British Library Announce Scribe Book
Hot & Spicy Fire Wok Brings the Heat to WWE
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Nissin Foods Hot & Spicy Fire Wok ramen brand has been named an official sponsorship partner of World Wrestling Entertainment. As an official WWE partner, Hot & Spicy Fire Wok will receive prominent exposure across numerous WWE assets and programming. This includes serving as the presenting partner for WWE's recent Men's … [Read more...] about Hot & Spicy Fire Wok Brings the Heat to WWE
Girl Tribe and Duke’s Mayonnaise Team Up for Food Fashion
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Girl Tribe Co. has teamed up with Duke's Mayonnaise for a collaborative collection of mayonnaise themed fashion. "We're excited to team up with this celebrated clothing brand in a city that's full of energy, community, spirit, and has a deep love for Duke's," said Duke's digital content manager, Sarah DiPeppe. "From college football to … [Read more...] about Girl Tribe and Duke’s Mayonnaise Team Up for Food Fashion
Hard Candy and Girl Scouts Create Cookie-Inspired Cosmetics
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Hard Candy has partnered with Girl Scouts of the USA to launch a limited-edition Girl Scout Cookies beauty collection. The licensed collection includes 20 affordably-priced, cruelty-free products that feature scents, colors and shapes inspired by Thin Mints, Coconut Caramel and Trefoil cookies. "With this collection, we've baked up the … [Read more...] about Hard Candy and Girl Scouts Create Cookie-Inspired Cosmetics