By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Now you can just call it the "McMetaverse." The global fast food giant McDonald's Restaurants has become the latest mega-corporation to take a deep dive into the metaverse. According to tweets from trademark lawyer Josh Gerben, McDonalds has filed several patents to develop goods and services in the metaverse, including digital restaurants, … [Read more...] about McDonalds Files Patents For Its Launch Into The McMetaverse
Trademarks/Brands
Food Licensing: Glamlite Celebrates Valentine’s With Kisses
The Hershey Company and the cosmetics company Glamlite teamed up to launch a special HERSHEY’S KISSES x Glamlite collection on Valentine’s Day. "It’s a fun partnership that is combining confection and cosmetics!" said Hershey in a statement. "There are five eyeshadow palettes that are inspired by the chocolate brand’s flavors, including milk chocolate, special dark, milk … [Read more...] about Food Licensing: Glamlite Celebrates Valentine’s With Kisses
Trademark Licensing: Wildbrain to Unlock Partnerships For Master Lock
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter WildBrain CPLG has further expanded its Lifestyle portfolio with the signing of global representation rights for The Master Lock Company. Under the partnership, WildBrain CPLG will have global and exclusive responsibility to handle The Master Lock Company’s properties Master Lock and SentrySafe. “This partnership with The Master Lock Company … [Read more...] about Trademark Licensing: Wildbrain to Unlock Partnerships For Master Lock
Wildbrain Races To Expand Lifestyle Portfolio With Sauber Motorsports
WildBrain CPLG has further expanded its Lifestyle portfolio with the signing of global representation rights for Sauber Motorsport AG. Under the terms of the licensing deal, WildBrain CPLG will handle all Sauber brands. This will include Sauber Motorsports, which owns and operates the Alfa Romeo F1 Team ORLEN. It also includes Sauber Technologies and Sauber Esports. The initial … [Read more...] about Wildbrain Races To Expand Lifestyle Portfolio With Sauber Motorsports
Celebrity Licensing: Dolly Parton and Duncan Hines Partner on Tasty Treats
Duncan Hines has signed a sweet deal with international country music superstar Dolly Parton on the release of a licensed baking collection. The partnership was facilitated by licensing agency IMG, which represents Dolly Parton. IMG manages some of the world’s greatest athletes and fashion icons. Dolly Parton is the most revered female country singer-songwriter of all time. … [Read more...] about Celebrity Licensing: Dolly Parton and Duncan Hines Partner on Tasty Treats
Trademark Licensing: New Team at Chucky Cheese Taps Brandgenuity For Licensing
A new team at CEC Entertainment has selected Brandgenuity to help grow its popular Chuck E. Cheese brand into new categories. CEC Entertainment announced today that it has selected Brandgenuity to serve as its exclusive brand licensing agency of record for food categories. The brand has already successfully launched the first-ever Chuck E. Cheese frozen pizza with licensing … [Read more...] about Trademark Licensing: New Team at Chucky Cheese Taps Brandgenuity For Licensing
Who’s News: Melanie Summers To Lead Buzzfeed’s Consumer Product Licensing
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter BuzzFeed has appointed licensing veteran Melanie Summers as SVP of Consumer Products for the company's new unified business organization. Formed in 2006, BuzzFeed, Inc. is a digital media company known for providing brand-safe news and entertainment to hundreds of millions of people. The company's unified licensing business extends … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Melanie Summers To Lead Buzzfeed’s Consumer Product Licensing
Trademark Licensing: Kodak Signs Partner For Wireless Chargers in India
India will get access to Kodak's innovative magnetic wireless chargers, thanks to a deal with Georgian Enterprises. The Bengaluru-based accessories maker announced the licensing partnership this week. Georgian will now be producing two new Magnetic wireless chargers compatible with the iPhone 12 and 13 series, designed for those needing high-speed wire-free charging while at … [Read more...] about Trademark Licensing: Kodak Signs Partner For Wireless Chargers in India
Beverage Licensing: Constellation Partners With Coca Cola on Fresca Cocktails
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The Coca-Cola Company has signed a brand authorization agreement with Constellation Brands to launch new ready-to-drink cocktails. The upcoming beverage is called Fresca Mixed. It is based on Coca-Cola’s American soft-drink Fresca. Fresca is flavored with grapefruit and is frequently used as a cocktail mixer. Fresca Mixed aims to appeal to … [Read more...] about Beverage Licensing: Constellation Partners With Coca Cola on Fresca Cocktails
Automotive Brand Motul Appoints Ingram As Licensing Agency For Japan
The automotive and racing brand Motul is expanding in Japan with the appointment of Ingram as its licensing agent. The French firm Motul is a world-renowned company, specializing in the formulation, production and global distribution of high-tech engine lubricants. For many decades it has also been a dedicated technical partner and official supplier to the finest motor racing … [Read more...] about Automotive Brand Motul Appoints Ingram As Licensing Agency For Japan