The Future is ‘Swicy’, and Perhaps Healthier As Well By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Of all the categories in which licensing plays a role, none are as critical to human well being as the food and beverage market. Food and beverage sales represent one of the largest sources of revenues for any industry sector, topping out at $9 trillion (Statista Research), to more … [Read more...] about Special Report: Food & Beverage Trends 2024
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Sony Music, Aniplex and Pocketpair Form Joint Venture for Palworld Game
By TLL Staff Sony Music Entertainment, Aniplex and Pocketpair are launching a joint venture called Palworld Entertainment to expand and develop the Palworld video game into new categories. Produced and published by the Pocketpair video game studio, Palworld is a multiplayer survival crafting game where you collect mysterious creatures called Pals in an expansive open-world … [Read more...] about Sony Music, Aniplex and Pocketpair Form Joint Venture for Palworld Game
Deadpool and Wolverine Literally Go Together Like Ketchup and Mustard
By TLL Staff Kraft Heinz and Marvel Studios are launching licensed Deadpool and Wolverine collectible accessories, based on the company's ketchup and mustard bottles.The Kraft Heinz x Marvel Studios condiment collaboration is meant to gear fans up for the theatrical release of Marvel Studios’ Deadpool & Wolverine feature film. The limited-edition Deadpool & Wolverine … [Read more...] about Deadpool and Wolverine Literally Go Together Like Ketchup and Mustard
Atrbute Partners with Pacsun to Launch Artist Fashion Series
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The Atrbute talent agency has announced a partnership with Pacsun for a line of limited-edition capsule collections called the Pacsun Artist Network Series. Atrbute is a global talent agency that specializes in representing and managing artists and creators across a wide range of fields including photography, traditional artistry, mural … [Read more...] about Atrbute Partners with Pacsun to Launch Artist Fashion Series
Hello Kitty Treat Launches at Van Leeuwen for National Ice Cream Day
By TLL Staff Sanrio and Van Leeuwen Ice Cream have partnered to introduce a Hello Kitty 50th anniversary flavor for National Ice Cream Day. The limited-edition Hello Kitty flavor, titled Yummy Berry White Chocolate Truffle, is a blend of white chocolate ice cream with chunks of truffle brownies and swirls of raspberry jam that are made to resemble Hello Kitty’s signature red … [Read more...] about Hello Kitty Treat Launches at Van Leeuwen for National Ice Cream Day
Sour Patch Kids and Snapple Launch Fruity Candy Collab
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Mondelēz International and Keurig Dr Pepper are launching a fruit-flavored collaboration that combines the Sour Patch Kids candy brand with Snapple juice flavors. "At Sour Patch Kids, we're always looking for inventive ways to introduce new flavors and spark excitement among our fans," said Mondelēz International manager, Grace Howard. "And … [Read more...] about Sour Patch Kids and Snapple Launch Fruity Candy Collab
Ultraman’s Monster Trading Card Game Launching Globally
By TLL Staff Tsuburaya Productions has announced an officially licensed Ultraman trading card extension in honor of Ultraman Day. The Ultraman Card Game will debut at international retail locations with a simultaneous release in four languages and 15 regions across the globe. The officially licensed Ultraman trading cards will be available in Japanese, English, Simplified … [Read more...] about Ultraman’s Monster Trading Card Game Launching Globally
Stumptown Coffee and Laika Launch Coraline-Inspired Collab
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Stumptown Coffee and Laika have partnered up for a Coraline-inspired collaboration that will include licensed products, themed menu items and in-person experiences. Founded in 2005, Laika is an animation and film production studio that specializes in producing high-quality animated films using a mixture of traditional stop-motion and 3D-CGI … [Read more...] about Stumptown Coffee and Laika Launch Coraline-Inspired Collab
TLL Interview: Brand Central Eating up the Competition in Food & Beverage Licensing
TLL Feature Food and beverage licensing has become one of the fastest growing categories in our industry and there has been one licensing agency dominating the genre for over 20 years: Brand Central. With a combination of well-known clients, including top CPG brands and leading restaurants, and a consulting business with top food manufacturers, the agency is eating up the … [Read more...] about TLL Interview: Brand Central Eating up the Competition in Food & Beverage Licensing
Kartoon Studios Says Expansion Plan Paying Off in 2024
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Kartoon Studios' gamble on growth has paid off, as the company says it is achieving its goal of becoming "Netflix for kids." The studio says viewership has increased dramatically at the same time the flagship asset Kartoon Channel! is enjoying increased profitability. Typically, most streaming platforms have struggled to attain … [Read more...] about Kartoon Studios Says Expansion Plan Paying Off in 2024