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Toys and Games

LEGO’s Bumblebee Transformers Set Creating Some Buzz

By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief There's more than meets the eye with LEGO's latest creation, a replica of the Transformers character Bumblebee that easily ... well ... transforms. Released amid the franchise’s 40th anniversary year, the LEGO Icons Transformers Bumblebee set maintains the same scale as the LEGO TRANSFORMERS Optimus Prime set, originally revealed in … [Read more...] about LEGO’s Bumblebee Transformers Set Creating Some Buzz

Hasbro Brings the Fun To American Dream With The GameRoom

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Hasbro and American Dream will hold the grand opening in New Jersey of a new concept in fun, called THE GAMEROOM, set for June 26. THE GAMEROOM is a 41,500 square foot entertainment centre that is fully dedicated to the toy and game culture embodied by Hasbro. It features arcade games, attractions, retail outlets and full-service … [Read more...] about Hasbro Brings the Fun To American Dream With The GameRoom

The Lego Group and Aston Martin Race Into Licensed Toys

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The Lego Group has launched a set of licensed Speed Champions toys as part of a new partnership with the luxury car brand, Aston Martin. The Lego x Aston Marton licensing partnership features a double pack of buildable Lego Speed Champions toys that are based on the AMR23 Aramco Formula 1 race car and the Aston Martin Lagonda Vantage safety … [Read more...] about The Lego Group and Aston Martin Race Into Licensed Toys

Jazwares Signs Wide Ranging Licensing Partnership with Paramount

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Jazwares has secured several multi-contract licensing deals with Paramount Global to release toys, costumes and accessories for the company's  entertainment brands. A subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway, Jazwares is a global toy manufacturing and production company that represents a broad portfolio of wholly-owned and licensed brands. Founded in … [Read more...] about Jazwares Signs Wide Ranging Licensing Partnership with Paramount

Spin Master Named Global Distributor for Punirunes

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Spin Master has secured a licensing distribution partnership with Takara Tomy for its anime-inspired digital pet brand, Punirunes. As a new licensee for the Punirunes property, Spin Master will expand the digital pet brand's global distribution to reach additional retail markets and consumer demographics. First released in 2021 by the Japanese … [Read more...] about Spin Master Named Global Distributor for Punirunes

New Kidazzle Company Named Master Toy Partner for Iyanu Animated Series

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Kidazzle has announced its official launch alongside its appointment as master toy licensee for Lion Forge Entertainment’s upcoming animated series, Iyanu. Under the multi-year master toy partnership, Kidazzle will be responsible manufacturing and marketing an extensive range of toys inspired by characters and settings from the Iyanu franchise. … [Read more...] about New Kidazzle Company Named Master Toy Partner for Iyanu Animated Series

Casey Collins to Head Global Licensed Consumer Products at Hasbro

By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Toyco giant Hasbro has promoted Casey Collins to head its sprawling licensed consumer products program worldwide. Collins was named as the new President of Global Licensed Consumer Products and Partnership/Alliances. Hasbro says that in this new position Collins will be focused on managing Hasbro’s key, high-level strategic partnerships, … [Read more...] about Casey Collins to Head Global Licensed Consumer Products at Hasbro

Jazwares Expands in Europe with New Office for Iberia Region

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Jazwares has announced plans to open a new wholly-owned office in Bilbao, Spain as part of the company’s European expansion initiative. Scheduled to open in 2025, the new Jazwares office location will be responsible for servicing the company's retail partners throughout the Iberian market using a direct supply retail operations model. To … [Read more...] about Jazwares Expands in Europe with New Office for Iberia Region

LoCoco Licensing Has Oodles of Moodles to Share at Expo

By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief If you're having a rough time at Expo this year, maybe drop by the LoCoco Licensing booth where you can spend some time with Moodles. LoCoco is representing the innovative emotional plush and doll line Moodles, an award-winning toy that has been strongly endorsed by parents, educators and child therapists. The toy line was formerly … [Read more...] about LoCoco Licensing Has Oodles of Moodles to Share at Expo

BBC Studios Renews Bluey Licensing Partnership with Moose Toys

By TLL Editorial Staff BBC Studios has renewed its ongoing global licensing partnership with Moose Toys for the Bluey entertainment brand. Moose Toys is a global company that  designs, develops and manufactures a broad range of products across categories like action figures, collectibles, crafts, dolls, games, plush, preschool, youth electronics and more. The updated licensing … [Read more...] about BBC Studios Renews Bluey Licensing Partnership with Moose Toys