By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The fate of Sesame Street hangs in the balance, as brand owner Sesame Workshop cuts staff in the wake of Warner Bros. Discovery's decided not to renew its distribution deal. Sesame Workshop is not only the owner of the Sesame Street brand, but is also an important force in childhood education in the United States and around the world. It is … [Read more...] about Sesame Workshop Cutting Staff, Sesame Street’s Fate in Limbo
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Ferrero Teams Up with DC and Funko for Chocolate Collab
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Ferrero North America has partnered with Funko and Warner Bros. Discovery to bring licensed Funko Pop! x DC collectibles to its Kinder candy brands. Through the collaboration, the company has developed two licensed candy collections for its Kinder Joy and Kinder Chocolate labels. The deal was brokered through Warner Bros. Discovery … [Read more...] about Ferrero Teams Up with DC and Funko for Chocolate Collab
Tom and Jerry Celebrate 85 Years with Global Anniversary Festivities
TLL Staff The animated 'frenemies' Tom and Jerry are marking 85 years of mischief and mayhem with a year-long global celebration. Warner Bros. Discovery has announced an array of licensed commemorative events, exclusive content, and special merchandise to honor the iconic cat-and-mouse pair. New Products and Collaborations A variety of themed merchandise is set to … [Read more...] about Tom and Jerry Celebrate 85 Years with Global Anniversary Festivities
Warner’s Claim to Superman Brand Hit With Legal Kryptonite
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The estate of Superman co-creator Joseph Shuster has filed a copyright lawsuit against Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD). The suit comes as Warner and DC Comics are filming a new Superman film as a the anchor to a major reboot of the DC Universe. But the Shuster estate has revealed what it believes is some legal kryptonite, claiming that the … [Read more...] about Warner’s Claim to Superman Brand Hit With Legal Kryptonite
BLVCK PARIS and CASETiFY Release Batman Tech Accessories
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter BLVCK PARIS, CASETiFY and Warner Bros Discovery have launched a third drop for their collaborative phone case and tech accessory collection. The newest drop in the co-branded collection showcases monochromatic artworks from BLVCK PARIS' lifestyle designs, as well as popular images from its recent collaboration with DC's Batman … [Read more...] about BLVCK PARIS and CASETiFY Release Batman Tech Accessories
HBO and Max Decide Not to Renew Sesame Street Deal
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief 'How to get to Sesame Street' is now an open question, as Max and HBO say they won't renew their deal for new episodes of the legendary kid's show. Sesame Street, now in its 55th season, has been on the air long enough that the kids who watched the original episodes are now tuning in with their grandchildren. The series was a trail-blazer … [Read more...] about HBO and Max Decide Not to Renew Sesame Street Deal
Licensed Scooby-Doo Experience Expands with Custom Dog Builder
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Warner Bros. Discovery and Acme Character Studio have expanded their licensed Scooby-Doo Character Studio experience with a new feature called the Dog Builder. The new canine addition to the licensed Character Studio will allow fans to create a fully-customizable dog character in the classic illustration style of … [Read more...] about Licensed Scooby-Doo Experience Expands with Custom Dog Builder
Blvck Paris Collaborates with WBDGCP on Batman-Inspired Collection
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Blvck Paris has launched an exclusive Batman-themed capsule collection in partnership with Warner Bros. Discovery Global Consumer Products (WBDGCP). The limited-edition collection includes a range of products that combine the minimalist all-black streetwear aesthetic of the Blvck Paris brand with licensed characters and logos from the … [Read more...] about Blvck Paris Collaborates with WBDGCP on Batman-Inspired Collection
Blade Runner 2049 Suing Tesla for Copyright Infringement
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief This may be the most '2024' news story I've seen yet, especially for the licensing industry. Combining artificial intelligence, copyright infringement, sci fi movies, robot taxis, Tesla, and a brash move by Elon Musk, a new lawsuit from the makers of Blade Runner 2049 is like a mashup of 2024 doom-scrolling headlines. Blade Runner 2049 … [Read more...] about Blade Runner 2049 Suing Tesla for Copyright Infringement
Develop Your Own Scooby Doo Character With Acme Character Studio
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Acme Character Studio has partnered with Warner Bros. Discovery to create a customizable digital experience and integrated shop, featuring Scooby-Doo and Mystery Inc. Part of Acme Innovation, Acme Character Studio is a tech company that develops immersive digital experiences and consumer products in partnership with licensed brands and … [Read more...] about Develop Your Own Scooby Doo Character With Acme Character Studio