In yet another sign that normality is still a long way off, the Spielwarenmesse conference in Nuremberg, Germany scheduled for July has now been cancelled due to "the unrelenting uncertainty surrounding the coronavirus pandemic both on a national and international level." Organizers say they've decided to cancel the event and to focus instead on a combined online and onsite … [Read more...] about Spielwarenmesse July Toy Fair Cancelled
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China Continues Attack on Western Brands
By Gary Symons Editor in Chief Under attack by Western countries and some corporations over its treatment of the minority Muslim Uyghur population in the province of Xingiang, China has been lashing out at European and North American luxury brands over the past week, and took another shot at British fashion firm Burberry. The company, like H&M, Nike, and others, had … [Read more...] about China Continues Attack on Western Brands
Video Game In Development For John Carter: Warlord of Mars
The classic sci-fi adventure series John Carter: Warlord of Mars is coming to a video game console near you, as Edgar Rice Burroughs, Inc,. announced its team is working with FNCPR to develop and publish a first person action game, starring the "world's oldest interplanetary warrior." Over 27 years FNCPR has worked on some of the biggest games in the industry, including … [Read more...] about Video Game In Development For John Carter: Warlord of Mars
Schitt’s Creek Goes Down Under With Merchantwise
MERCHANTWISE LICENSING HAS BEEN APPOINTED BY ITV STUDIOS TO REPRESENT SCHITT’S CREEK IN AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEALAND The Canadian comedy that became a global megahit is now being represented by Merchantwise Licensing in both Australia and New Zealand on behalf of ITV Studios. Schitt's Creek originally aired on CBC (Canadian Broadcasting Corp.), but the quirky comedy quickly … [Read more...] about Schitt’s Creek Goes Down Under With Merchantwise
ZAG’s Miraculous Signs With Disney and New Product Partners
The hit series Miraculous - Tales of Ladybug & Cat Noir has been signed on for seasons four and five, and high ratings are now driving several new licensing deals. Julian Zag, Executive Vice President, Global Operations, says the company has signed several "top tier" partners over the past month for a wide range of consumer products and services. Newly signed consumer … [Read more...] about ZAG’s Miraculous Signs With Disney and New Product Partners
Forbidden Planet Releasing New Merch Based on Classic Paramount Films
Forbidden Planet, a pop culture product developer, has partnered with ViacomCBS to release new merchandise featuring several of Paramount Pictures classic films, including Forrest Gump, Top Gun, and the hilarious cult classic Galaxy Quest. In total seven Paramount films are included in the new range of apparel and giftware that will be released through Forbidden Planet's … [Read more...] about Forbidden Planet Releasing New Merch Based on Classic Paramount Films
Brand Central’s Trend Service Announces New Clients
Brand Central LLC announced today that its trend intelligence service, Brand Central Insights, has grown exponentially, acquiring several new clients. The clients span multiple industries including media, manufacturing, brand ownership and retail. Over the past year, the insight service has added many new industry leading clients including: Michaels stores, Sun-Maid, Jazwares, … [Read more...] about Brand Central’s Trend Service Announces New Clients
Max & Ruby Are Back With New Fashion
The adorable sibling bunnies Max & Ruby from the popular books and the Nelvana animated series are getting their own fashion line for adults. Nelvana has partnered with fashion and merchandise retailer Hot Topic to launch a new collection of Max & Ruby T-shirts. The collection, which is currently available for purchase online at hottopic.com, debuts following Max … [Read more...] about Max & Ruby Are Back With New Fashion
Beijing Lashes Out at Western Fashion Brands
WAR OF WORDS OVER HUMAN RIGHTS SPILLS OVER INTO LICENSING, AS CHINA HITS BACK AGAINST H&M, ADIDAS, NIKE, AND MORE Stung by accusations of human rights abuses in the Xinjiang region, Beijing is lashing out at Western fashion brands that have criticized the Chinese government. Already, Chinese state TV has called for a boycott of the Swedish retailer H&M, following … [Read more...] about Beijing Lashes Out at Western Fashion Brands
Deal With Cotton On and Douglas Makes Miffy a Happy Bunny
The popular children's brand Miffy, from the line of books by Dick Bruna, is launching new lines of baby apparel and plush toys in collaboration with Cotton On and Douglas. The Australian fashion brand Cotton On will be producing four new lines of baby clothing from newborn up to 24 months, and priced competitively at between $14.99 and $19.99. The well known US plush toy … [Read more...] about Deal With Cotton On and Douglas Makes Miffy a Happy Bunny