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Hasbro Announces Free Pop-Up Event Based On Its Dedicated Toyland Amazon Store

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Hasbro and Amazon are holding a free experiential holiday pop-up event in NYC featuring Hasbro-owned brands and character IPs. The three-day event will host a variety of activities including a Hasbro product showcase, a Santa Claus letter writing station, a giveaway prize wheel, complimentary snacks and photo ops with Santa Claus and Hasbro … [Read more...] about Hasbro Announces Free Pop-Up Event Based On Its Dedicated Toyland Amazon Store

Who’s News: PlayMonster Appoints New Chief Commercial Officer

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter PlayMonster has appointed former Mattel exec Brian Fitzharris as the company's new chief commercial officer. PlayMonster Group is an international company that specializes in manufacturing and marketing products such as toys, games, puzzles and more. “At PlayMonster, where our relentless commitment to growth and innovation propels us forward, … [Read more...] about Who’s News: PlayMonster Appoints New Chief Commercial Officer

Brave Bunnies’ Licensing Deals Multiply Like … Well … Bunnies

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter WildBrain has secured several international distribution deals for the animated preschool series, Brave Bunnies.Created by Olga Cherepanova, Brave Bunnies follows an adorable bunny family as they visit friends and travel the world in their Bunny Bus."With Brave Bunnies, I wanted to create a series that would encourage children to be curious … [Read more...] about Brave Bunnies’ Licensing Deals Multiply Like … Well … Bunnies

GrandPrix Originals USA Launches Gulf Oil Racing Apparel

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter GrandPrix Originals USA and Gulf Oil LP have signed an agreement to bring licensed Gulf Oil Racing apparel to the US market.Under the new licensing agreement, GrandPrix Originals USA is now offering a wide selection of officially licensed Gulf Oil Racing products that had been previously available in the European market.“Since Gulf Oil’s first … [Read more...] about GrandPrix Originals USA Launches Gulf Oil Racing Apparel

Peppa Pig To Air In Theaters For 20th Anniversary

TLL Staff Hasbro is staging a very special celebration of Peppa Pig, hosting a Peppa's Cinema Party in theaters in Australia, Canada, Ireland, the UK and the United States. The Cinema Party is being launched to help celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Peppa Pig character, which has become one of Hasbro's core brands. Peppa Pig is a British pre-school animated … [Read more...] about Peppa Pig To Air In Theaters For 20th Anniversary

KESS and SEGA Roll Out New Details For Upcoming Sonic Roll Board Game

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter KessCo and SEGA of America have released new details on an officially licensed Sonic the Hedgehog board game called Sonic Roll.The design of the upcoming Sonic Roll board game was inspired by classic Sonic the Hedgehog titles from the SEGA Genesis era. The Kess design team included a wide range of licensed characters, locations and items from … [Read more...] about KESS and SEGA Roll Out New Details For Upcoming Sonic Roll Board Game

Who’s News: Crayola Continues Licensing with Key Executive Hires

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Crayola has appointed new executive hires to support the growth of its global licensing and LBE businesses. The new executive hires include Anna Roca, Jonathan Linn, Gabby Munoz, and Thomas Dimech.“These changes will enable new licensed promotions and partnerships, increase our focus on licensed retail development around the globe, and … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Crayola Continues Licensing with Key Executive Hires

IHOP’s Perfectly Purple Menu Inspired by Wonka Movie

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter IHOP has launched a limited-edition menu as part of a promotional licensing partnership for Warner Bros. Pictures’ new feature film, Wonka. IHOP (aka the International House of Pancakes) is a global restaurant chain that offers food and beverage items based on American cuisine. While IHOP is best known for its extensive menu of breakfast and … [Read more...] about IHOP’s Perfectly Purple Menu Inspired by Wonka Movie

Google Reaches Agreement to Pay Canadian Media For News Content

By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The Canadian government and Google have just reached a landmark agreement that will see the search giant paying for news content. Canadian media outlets, including CBC News, are reporting today that Google and the federal government have resolved their dispute over the Online News Act, according to sources. CBC reports … [Read more...] about Google Reaches Agreement to Pay Canadian Media For News Content

Trade Shows: Get Your Tickets Now For the Spielwarenmesse Toy Fair

TLL Staff Spielwarenmesse, the world’s leading toy fair, has announced that tickets for its upcoming 73rd event trade show are now on sale. The event, which will take place from 30 January to 3 February 2024 in Nuremberg, is the world's largest toy fair, and is expected to attract a large crowd of international toy sector representatives this year under the motto ‘Feel … [Read more...] about Trade Shows: Get Your Tickets Now For the Spielwarenmesse Toy Fair