By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Simon Philips, one of the licensing industry’s most accomplished executives, has joined the board of experiential entertainment company Falcon’s Beyond Global. Among his many accomplishments, Philips served as president of Marvel Entertainment International, where he was a member of the leadership team that helped build Marvel into a retail … [Read more...] about Experiential Licensing: Former Marvel President Joins Board At Falcon’s Beyond Global
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MGM Expanding Licensing Program For Hit Show Vikings: Valhalla
New Products and Partners for the Global Viking Sensation Includes Apparel, Accessories, Collectibles, Costumes and More MGM's Netflix hit Vikings: Valhalla is looking for more licensing partners as the studio expands its global program. The studio's epic Viking saga is back and better than ever with the unstoppable adventures of Vikings: Valhalla. On the heels of the recent … [Read more...] about MGM Expanding Licensing Program For Hit Show Vikings: Valhalla
Who’s News: Global Licensing Group Appoints New Head of Retail & Licensing
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The Global Licensing Group has appointed former events manager Laura Freedman-Dagg to the newly created role of Head of Retail, Licensing. In her new role, Freedman-Dagg will work across the business's global event portfolio. This will include prominent exhibitions such as the Licensing Expo, the European and North American Brand & … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Global Licensing Group Appoints New Head of Retail & Licensing
Who’s News: Maya Assis Heading Licensing at Sleepwear Firm Komar
By Allison Watkinson TLLReporter The successful sleepwear licensee, Komar, has promoted veteran licensing executive Maya Assis to Vice President of Licensing. Assis will be responsible for leading all licensing deals for the brand. “This is very exciting,” says Assis. “Komar is always growing, they’re family run and they’re very open with how they operate the business. It’s … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Maya Assis Heading Licensing at Sleepwear Firm Komar
Licensing Law: IP Theft and Fraud Rampant In NFT Markets
A TLL Special Report: For Members Only By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The value and popularity of NFTs has soared over the past year, but a wave of fraud and IP thefts threaten to derail the marketplace. That's a major problem for licensing companies, which have seized on non-fungible tokens as a way to create value for digital collectibles. The NBA's Top Shots program, … [Read more...] about Licensing Law: IP Theft and Fraud Rampant In NFT Markets
Netflix To Acquire Stranger Things’ Developer Next Games
Netflix is making another big move in the gaming space, signing an agreement to acquire Finnish developer Next Games. Under the terms of the agreement, Netflix will commence a tender offer to acquire all of the issued and outstanding shares of Next Games. Pursuant to the offer, Next Games shareholders would receive €2.1 ($2.30 US) in cash per share of Next Games, for a total … [Read more...] about Netflix To Acquire Stranger Things’ Developer Next Games
Licensing Technologies: South Korea Investing Heavily in the Metaverse
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The government of South Korea has announced it will invest heavily in a plan to deploy a national metaverse platform, and become the fifth largest metaverse market. The country's Ministry of Science and ICT has just pledged $186.7 million (223.7 billion Korean Won) to support new immersive technologies for corporate growth in the digital … [Read more...] about Licensing Technologies: South Korea Investing Heavily in the Metaverse
Character Licensing: King Features Gambles On Lady Luck in Gaming Deal
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Character licensing specialist King Features Syndicate is partnering with slot game developer Lady Luck Games to create branded digital content featuring licensed comic characters. “We see enormous growth potential in the online gaming category and are excited to bring these iconic characters to life with the impressive development expertise … [Read more...] about Character Licensing: King Features Gambles On Lady Luck in Gaming Deal
Art Licensing: The Point.1888 Signs New Deals For Jimbobart
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Art brand Jimbobart has expanded substantially since it started its brand licensing partnership with The Point.1888, and further growth is expected in 2022 with new licensing deals. Established in 2009 by illustrator James Ward, the Jimbobart brand focuses on eccentric animal illustrations with human traits. Over the past two years Jimbobart … [Read more...] about Art Licensing: The Point.1888 Signs New Deals For Jimbobart
Licensing Forecast: War In Ukraine Puts Damper On 2022 Economic Outlook
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief What a difference a couple of months can make. In January The Licensing Letter was forecasting rapid growth in the global economy, with a major recovery for many sectors in the licensing industry. TLL was pegging growth expectations at between 3.9 to 4.9% in 2022, as pandemic restrictions lifted around the world. TLL did list a number of … [Read more...] about Licensing Forecast: War In Ukraine Puts Damper On 2022 Economic Outlook