By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief News outlets The Intercept, Raw Story and AlterNet have filed a lawsuit against OpenAI, joining the fight against unauthorized use of journalism by generative artificial intelligence. The organizations say thousands of their stories were used by OpenAI to train its ChatGPT chatbot to answer questions posed to it by users, essentially using … [Read more...] about Three News Outlets Join Copyright Battle Against ChatGPT Owner OpenAI
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Mattel and Rollic Partner on New Mobile Game Based on Barbie
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Mattel has entered a licensing partnership with Rollic to introduce a new, mass-market mobile game based on its Barbie brand. Founded in 2018, Rollic is a game development and publishing label that focuses on free-to-play games for iOS and Android. Rollic became a wholly-owned label of Take Two Interactive's Zynga subsidiary in 2020 … [Read more...] about Mattel and Rollic Partner on New Mobile Game Based on Barbie
Denim Brand Vigoss in Collab With Intimateco for New Intimates Line
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The high-end apparel brand Vigoss is putting out a line of branded intimate apparel with Intimateco. The collaboration was brokered by the licensing agency Starwood Brands, and will see an extensive line of Vigoss-branded intimates and sleepwear coming to market. “Intimateco's expertise in the intimates market and commitment to … [Read more...] about Denim Brand Vigoss in Collab With Intimateco for New Intimates Line
Donna Summer’s Widower Sues Kanye West for ‘Stealing’ Hit Song
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The estate of the late disco queen Donna Summer is suing Kanye West and Ty Dolla $ign, alleging they used her song I Feel Love without permission. The suit is being brought by Summer's widower Bruce Sudano, who is also the executor of her estate. Filed in California on Tuesday, the lawsuit alleges West and Ty initially asked for permission … [Read more...] about Donna Summer’s Widower Sues Kanye West for ‘Stealing’ Hit Song
The Thunderbirds Are Back With New Model From Anderson Entertainment
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Sci fi fans will be thrilled to see Anderson Entertainment is taking pre-orders for their new, limited edition model of the famed Thunderbird 2. The space ship is likely the most famous of all the futuristic vehicles that came from the mind of writer and producer Gerry Anderson, and will be instantly recognizable to anyone who watched … [Read more...] about The Thunderbirds Are Back With New Model From Anderson Entertainment
DreamWorks Marks 30 Years of Animation With BoxLunch Fashion Line
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter BoxLunch and DreamWorks are launching an exclusive 30th anniversary product range inspired by DreamWorks' portfolio of animated film franchises. The licensed Dreamworks anniversary collection includes 25 different styles of apparel and accessories that feature characters and imagery from the company's popular animated movies. The … [Read more...] about DreamWorks Marks 30 Years of Animation With BoxLunch Fashion Line
Concept One Connects With French Connection for Fashion Accessories
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter French Connection has signed a licensing partnership with Concept One for a new collection of soft fashion accessories. Concept One Accessories is a design and manufacturing company that specializes in licensed accessories for fashion and entertainment brands. “We are thrilled to partner with Concept One Accessories, a leader in this … [Read more...] about Concept One Connects With French Connection for Fashion Accessories
Radley Releases Handbags Inspired by the RHS Lindley Collections
A new range of horticulture-inspired leather handbags and accessories to launch in March 2024 The Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) has announced an exciting new collaboration with Radley, an industry-leading name in expertly made leather handbags and accessories. The partnership will bring beautiful horticulture-inspired designs to a new collection launching in the spring, … [Read more...] about Radley Releases Handbags Inspired by the RHS Lindley Collections
Fendi’s Chupa Chups Holder a Highlight of Milan Fashion Week
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Italian designer Fendi took the Milan catwalk by storm, debuting a unique leather lollipop holder for Chupa Chups. The playful accessory, hung from a purse or as a necklace, is a collaboration between Fendi and confectioner Perfetti Van Melle for the world's most famous lollipop. The unveiling of the Fendi x Chupa Chups Lollipop … [Read more...] about Fendi’s Chupa Chups Holder a Highlight of Milan Fashion Week
Jewel Branding & Licensing Secures New Licensees for Scout Brand
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Jewel Branding & Licensing has secured three new licensing partnerships on behalf of the Scout fashion brand. Founded in 2004, Scout is a fashion utility lifestyle brand that focuses on designing and manufacturing functional tote bags and accessories that feature colorful patterns and prints. In addition to a strong ecommerce presence, … [Read more...] about Jewel Branding & Licensing Secures New Licensees for Scout Brand