By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief IHOP is about a lot more than just pancakes these days, as the chain has expanded its collaboration with Virtual Dining Concepts. Virtual Dining Concepts (VDC) is the creator of virtual restaurant brands that expand the revenue of independent kitchens. The concept is sometimes know colloquially as 'ghost kitchens', but essentially … [Read more...] about Virtual Dining Concepts Expands IHOP Partnership
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Marvel Studios and Gunnar Release Groot-Themed Gaming Glasses
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Marvel Studios and pioneering eyewear company Gunnar Optiks have just introduced officially-licensed Guardians of the Galaxy Groot Edition blue light blocking glasses. Gunnar says the Marvel Comic’s Groot Glasses are "perfect for unleashing your inner superhero and combating intergalactic threats, like the harmful effects of visible … [Read more...] about Marvel Studios and Gunnar Release Groot-Themed Gaming Glasses
Penguin Random House Announces Publishing Program for Wednesday Series
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Penguin Random House and Amazon MGM Studios are launching an extensive publishing program based on the Wednesday TV series. Penguin Random House LLC is a global publishing company that provides products across numerous publishing formats including board books, novels, activity books, non-fiction, picture books and more. Launching in summer and … [Read more...] about Penguin Random House Announces Publishing Program for Wednesday Series
Player 2 and Millimages Bring Molang Lifestyle Brand to Digital Gaming
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The Player 2 agency has signed a new partnership with Millimages to bring the Molang brand to video games and digital entertainment. Molang, also known as the ambassador of kindness, is an international character IP and lifestyle brand that was acquired by Millimages in 2015.Initially created in 2010 by Korean illustrator Hye Ji Yoon, the … [Read more...] about Player 2 and Millimages Bring Molang Lifestyle Brand to Digital Gaming
All Art Licensing Leading Zoonicorn Stampede at Licensing Expo
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The global preschool brand Zoonicorn is coming to Licensing Expo with a bevy of fresh new licensing deals and expanded streaming territories. Zoonicorn is an educational and fun preschool animated series, with short, kid-friendly episodes of seven minutes each. The series, co- produced by Toonz Entertainment and Zoonicorn, LLC, and … [Read more...] about All Art Licensing Leading Zoonicorn Stampede at Licensing Expo
emoji and Unis Technology Create ’emojiplanet’ Entertainment Centers
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Now, here's some news to put a smile on your face! 😃 The emoji company has just announced the development of emoji branded entertainment centers, under the brand name emojiplanet. The deal was brokered by Wildbrain CPLG, representing the emoji company, and Cronus Global, representing UNIS Technology. The landmark development is … [Read more...] about emoji and Unis Technology Create ’emojiplanet’ Entertainment Centers
Caitlin Clark to Sign Landmark Deal With Nike
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief NCAA basketball star Caitlin Clark is on the verge of scoring another slam dunk for women's sports. The University of Iowa star and number one pick in the WNBA draft is reportedly about to sign a record-setting, $28 million contract with Nike. According to reporting by The Wall Street Journal and The Athletic, the deal will span eight … [Read more...] about Caitlin Clark to Sign Landmark Deal With Nike
Asembl Secures Tasty Toothcare Partnership Between Chupa Chups and Hismile
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Asembl has brokered a licensing partnership between Chupa Chups and Hismile for a range of candy-flavored fluoride toothpastes. Hismile is a global toothcare brand that provides a comprehensive range of oral health products that covers everyday tooth care, teeth whitening and brightening needs. The licensed Chupa Chups toothpaste is made with … [Read more...] about Asembl Secures Tasty Toothcare Partnership Between Chupa Chups and Hismile
Crayola and Longaberger Weave a Colorful New Partnership
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Longaberger and Crayola are launching a new licensed collection of hand-woven home accessories inspired by Crayola's range of colorful art products. A subsidiary of Hallmark Cards, Crayola is a global art supply company that focuses on creative expression products, activities and experiences for children and families. The licensed Longaberger x … [Read more...] about Crayola and Longaberger Weave a Colorful New Partnership
Update: ‘S’ is for ‘Settlement’ on Sesame Street This Week
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Good news for Sesame Workshop, which staved off a potential strike by writers and achieved a tentative agreement with their union. There was a very real chance writers for Sesame Workshop could have hit the picket line as their contract ended on April 19. Instead, the company has reached a tentative agreement, and writers with the Writers … [Read more...] about Update: ‘S’ is for ‘Settlement’ on Sesame Street This Week