Entertainment: Govee Releases Zootopia 2-Themed Outdoor Lighting Kits Global smart-lighting innovator Govee is working with Walt Disney Animation Studios on a first-time collaboration tied to the upcoming film Zootopia 2, due in theatres November 26, 2025. The partnership features Govee’s outdoor lighting portfolio—including Permanent Outdoor Lights Prism, Curtain Lights Pro, … [Read more...] about Licensing Roundup: Top Deals You May Have Missed
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Products of Change Announces Winners of SDG Awards
Article Submitted by Kathryn Brand of POC On November 5, Products of Change held its annual conference and the POC SDG Awards, given out by Caroline Petit, deputy director of the United Nations Regional Information Centre, celebrating the sustainable changemakers in the brand, licensing, and retail industry. Across the Products of Change Community, more than 1,500 … [Read more...] about Products of Change Announces Winners of SDG Awards
Who’s News: Falcon’s Creative Group Names Mitchell Magill as President
TLL Staff The location-based entertainment company Falcon's Creative Group has just appointed Mitchell Magill as its new president. Falcon's Creative Group is a division Falcon's Beyond Global, Inc., which has grown rapidly as a designer of theme parks and branded experiential entertainment. Magill will now oversee FCG’s strategic, creative, and operational direction, … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Falcon’s Creative Group Names Mitchell Magill as President
Too Good to be True? TLL Offers $1,500 in Free Ads for Prime Members
TLL Staff Everyone in licensing knows the importance of marketing, but the ability to market is also tied to your marketing budget. It’s also true that marketing is most important during tougher economic times, which is when budgets get squeezed. The Licensing Letter has come up with a solution that literally won’t cost our members a cent, offering free advertising for … [Read more...] about Too Good to be True? TLL Offers $1,500 in Free Ads for Prime Members
Falcon’s Beyond Names Jason Ambler Chief Content Officer
TLL Staff The experiential entertainment company Falcon’s Beyond Global has promoted Jason Ambler to the newly created position of chief content officer. Ambler will report directly to CEO Cecil D. Magpuri and collaborate closely with senior leaders across the company’s divisions, consisting of Falcon’s Creative Group (FCG), Falcon’s Beyond Destinations (FBD), and Falcon’s … [Read more...] about Falcon’s Beyond Names Jason Ambler Chief Content Officer
Vermillio Lets IP Rights Holders Fight AI, With AI
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The threat of copyright infringement and IP theft has hit a new high with the introduction of generative AI. Every day, millions of images, songs, and videos are created by artificial intelligence, based on existing intellectual property. Somewhat surprisingly, the white knight coming to save the day is wielding the sword of AI … [Read more...] about Vermillio Lets IP Rights Holders Fight AI, With AI
Who’s News: Lisa Orman and Lourdes Arocho Join Women in Toys Board
TLL Staff Women in Toys, Licensing & Entertainment (WiT) added some horsepower to their board of directors, adding Lisa Orman of KidStuff and Lourdes Arocho from Paramount. Lisa Orman is the founder and president of KidStuff PR, a public relations agency she launched in 1994 as the agency of record for retailer Zany Brainy. For more than 30 years, she has specialized in … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Lisa Orman and Lourdes Arocho Join Women in Toys Board
Spotify Working With Major Labels to Implement “Responsible” AI Tools
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Leading music streamer Spotify is working with major music labels to develop AI systems that empower musicians and protect their copyright. The move comes amid a wave of concern over the millions of AI-created songs being uploaded to music streamers. Around the world, high-profile musicians have spoken out about AI companies … [Read more...] about Spotify Working With Major Labels to Implement “Responsible” AI Tools
Teddy Mountain Producing Plush Toys for Fraggle Rock Fans
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The Fraggles are back, as Teddy Mountain LLC has signed a deal to produce plush toys for the Jim Henson Company. Under the agreement, Teddy Mountain will create and distribute fully stuffed as well as DIY branded plush toys featuring characters from Henson’s beloved Fraggle Rock series. "Partnering with the iconic Jim Henson Company is an … [Read more...] about Teddy Mountain Producing Plush Toys for Fraggle Rock Fans
Surge Brands Steps Into the Ring With Pillow Fight Championship
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Surge Brands will provide some extra licensing punch as the new global agency for Pillow Fight Championship (PFC). Like UFC but with pillows, PFC is a fast-growing sports entertainment property that combines intense combat sports action with some feathery, light-hearted fun. Surge Brands notes PFC has rapidly captured global attention with … [Read more...] about Surge Brands Steps Into the Ring With Pillow Fight Championship