By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief A Guardian investigation has uncovered how streaming fraud is wreaking havoc on the music industry, and it’s the independent artists who are paying the highest price. The Guardian newspaper found that fraudsters are using AI to create massive volumes of low-quality tracks, and then utilize bots or click farms to rack up fake plays. One … [Read more...] about Indie Musicians Suffer as Streaming Fraud Surges, The Guardian Reports
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Expo Roundup: Deals and Events From the 2025 Licensing Expo
Compiled by TLL Staff Tariff Turbulence and Retail Trends Headline Licensing Expo The first two days of Licensing Expo 2025 in Las Vegas spotlighted the continued uncertainty surrounding global tariffs and their impact on the consumer products industry. While some recent tariff news suggests easing may be on the horizon, concerns remain high among brand owners, … [Read more...] about Expo Roundup: Deals and Events From the 2025 Licensing Expo
Licensing International Announces 2025 Hall of Fame Inductees
TLL Staff Licensing International today announced its 2025 Hall of Fame inductees, recognizing a distinguished group of executives and creators for their contributions to the global brand licensing industry. This year’s honorees include corporate leaders, cultural icons, and creative pioneers whose work has helped shape and grow the $369 billion global licensing market. The … [Read more...] about Licensing International Announces 2025 Hall of Fame Inductees
Expo News: Global Brand Licensing Sales Reach $369.6 Billion in 2024
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief (Photo credit: Licensing International) Global sales of licensed products and services grew by 3.7% to $369.6 billion in 2024, according to a summary of Licensing International’s 2025 Global Licensing Industry Study. The findings were announced this week ahead of the Licensing Expo in Las Vegas, with Licensing International President Maura … [Read more...] about Expo News: Global Brand Licensing Sales Reach $369.6 Billion in 2024
Winners of 2025 Licensing International Excellence Awards Revealed
Related News: Licensing International Announces 2025 Hall of Fame Inductees TLL Staff The global brand licensing industry gathered in Las Vegas to celebrate the winners of the 2025 Licensing International Excellence Awards. The award winners were revealed during a ceremony preceding this year’s Licensing Expo, which runs May 20–22 in Las Vegas. Recognizing innovation … [Read more...] about Winners of 2025 Licensing International Excellence Awards Revealed
Ubisoft Renews Representation Agreement with IMG Licensing
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter IMG Licensing has signed a multi-year extension with Ubisoft that expands its existing role as the company’s exclusive global licensing representative. Under the renewed agreement, the agency will continue to build Ubisoft's licensing program across its portfolio of well-known gaming IP such as Assassin’s Creed, Rainbow Six Siege, Far Cry, … [Read more...] about Ubisoft Renews Representation Agreement with IMG Licensing
Dynamite Entertainment Brings Stitch to Licensed Comics
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Dynamite Entertainment and the Walt Disney Company are launching a new licensed comic book series for the Stitch franchise. Written by Connor Ratliff and James III, the plot of the upcoming Stitch comic follows Dr. Jumba Jookiba as he tries to collect the Villain Points needed to retain his membership benefits with the Evil Genius … [Read more...] about Dynamite Entertainment Brings Stitch to Licensed Comics
Ono Hawaiian BBQ Brings Lilo & Stitch Collectibles to Lunch Menu
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Ono Hawaiian BBQ has partnered with the Walt Disney Company to release collectible meal bags featuring art inspired by Lilo & Stitch. Launched on May 14, the collaboration offers one of three licensed Stitch lunch bags with each purchase of Ono's Keiki or Ohana meal options. The restaurant's Keiki kids meals include a choice of … [Read more...] about Ono Hawaiian BBQ Brings Lilo & Stitch Collectibles to Lunch Menu
VW and Beanstalk Shift into High Gear with Video Game Deal
TLL Staff Buckle up, gamers: Volkswagen is steering into the fast lane of interactive entertainment with the help of Beanstalk, a leading brand licensing agency. The global agency has been named the automaker’s exclusive global licensing partner for video games. The collaboration intends to supercharge Volkswagen’s digital presence by expanding its lineup of new and classic … [Read more...] about VW and Beanstalk Shift into High Gear with Video Game Deal