By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Layer Licensing, the innovative licensing marketplace for video games, has been acquired by the UK-based licensing agency AT New Media. Layer is a digital matchmaking platform between IP holders looking to extend their licensing activities into the games industry, and game developers and publishers seeking licensable IP to include in … [Read more...] about Layer Licensing Marketplace Acquired by AT New Media
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Spiralcute Signs Jazwares as its New Master Toy Partner
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The Spiralcute agency has signed a multi-year partnership with Jazwares to produce licensed toys and collectibles for its IP portfolio. Through the new agreement, Jazwares will serve as the master toy partner and international distributor for Spiralcute’s portfolio of character brands (excluding Asia). This portfolio includes … [Read more...] about Spiralcute Signs Jazwares as its New Master Toy Partner
Pacsun Drops Exclusive Fashion with The Met Cloisters
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Pacsun is launching a new Met Cloisters holiday fashion collection as part of its ongoing licensing partnership with the Met. The holiday capsule collection includes a range of apparel and accessories inspired by the art and architecture found in The Met Cloisters. With styles for both men and women, the capsule offers a mix of … [Read more...] about Pacsun Drops Exclusive Fashion with The Met Cloisters
China’s ‘Singles Day’ Event Is Eclipsing America’s Black Friday
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Move over Black Friday; China's massive 'Singles Day' shopping event on November 11 is laying claim to being the world's largest sale. While Black Friday and associated holiday sales like Cyber Monday continue to grow, the Chinese data company Syntun says Singles Day broke sales records as retailers took in $238 billion, including … [Read more...] about China’s ‘Singles Day’ Event Is Eclipsing America’s Black Friday
Skidos and Rovio Launch Angry Birds Learning Games
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Skidos and Rovio Entertainment recently launched a licensed collection of educational Angry Birds mini-games through Skidos gamified learning platform. “We’re excited to see Angry Birds take on the role of educational companions,” said Rovio brand licensing head, Katri Chacona. “This partnership with Skidos brings together our characters' … [Read more...] about Skidos and Rovio Launch Angry Birds Learning Games
Kids Preferred and Toho Stomp into Toy Aisle with Godzilla Plush
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Kids Preferred has signed a licensing agreement with Toho International to produce a line of Godzilla plush and soft toys. Per the terms of the partnership, Kids Preferred will develop a collection of stylized plush and soft toys based on characters and creatures from the kaiju franchise. The company plans to draw from Toho's expansive … [Read more...] about Kids Preferred and Toho Stomp into Toy Aisle with Godzilla Plush
Brilliant Earth and Ring Pop Launch Limited-Edition Jewelry
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Brilliant Earth Group has launched a licensed Ring Pop jewelry collection in partnership with Bazooka Brands. The limited-edition collection brings the nostalgia of the wearable candy brand to fine jewelry with vibrant gemstones and 14K gold settings. "At Brilliant Earth, we believe jewelry should feel joyful and personal—which is exactly … [Read more...] about Brilliant Earth and Ring Pop Launch Limited-Edition Jewelry
Dole and Sunday Swagger Team Up for Golf Fashion
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The Dole Food Company has partnered with Sunday Swagger to release a collection of co-branded apparel and golf accessories. Inspired by Dole's fruit selection, the collaborative collection offers a range of clothing styles made from Sunday Swagger's signature poly-spandex fabric blend. The full range of apparel includes five men's polos, … [Read more...] about Dole and Sunday Swagger Team Up for Golf Fashion
Build-A-Bear and Sanrio Build New Hello Kitty and Friends Workshops
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Build-A-Bear Workshop and Sanrio are expanding their Hello Kitty and Friends partnership to bring licensed experiences to new retail locations nationwide. The new locations are set to open at the American Dream shopping center in New Jersey and Mall of America in Minnesota beginning in early 2026. Each licensed Workshop offers a selection … [Read more...] about Build-A-Bear and Sanrio Build New Hello Kitty and Friends Workshops
Paramount Goes to War With Hostile Bid to Acquire Warner Bros. Discovery
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Caption: David Ellison claims the board of Warner Bros. Discovery has failed to properly consider its offer, and to put it in front of shareholders. Paramount has launched a full takeover battle against rival Netflix, making a $108 billion offer to buy Warner Bros. Discovery. That's despite the fact WBD's board of directors … [Read more...] about Paramount Goes to War With Hostile Bid to Acquire Warner Bros. Discovery