By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief If you want to know how investors feel about NFTs right now, just follow the sound of the screaming. That should lead you to the hilariously apt Bear Market Screaming Therapy Group on Twitter and the communication app Telegram, where holders of Goblintown Ethereum NFTs (as= in the photo above) have gathered to post groans, howls, sobbing, … [Read more...] about Feature Report: Is There a Future for NFTs After Market Meltdown?
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Celebrity Licensing: Bob Marley In First Licensed BRICKCRAFT Official Set
BRICKCRAFT Official launched its first set of licensed brick-building products with images of the legendary musical pioneer Bob Marley. The Bob Marley set is the first of many limited-time, licensed, brick-building kits to come, says BRICKCRAFT, a company that produces brick building sets designed for adults. Brick-building has always been a favorite pastime, but it exploded … [Read more...] about Celebrity Licensing: Bob Marley In First Licensed BRICKCRAFT Official Set
Cultural Licensing: British Library Extending Licensing Program to China
China will now have access to The British Library's unmatched collection of documents, thanks to a deal brokered by the cultural licensing agency ARTiSTORY. The agency recently signed a multi-year agreement with The British Library to work on IP licensing in the Greater China market. The British Library is the UK's national library and possesses the world’s most comprehensive … [Read more...] about Cultural Licensing: British Library Extending Licensing Program to China
Art Licensing: Boston Museum of Fine Arts Goes Techy with TECHNO
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Cultural IP licensing specialist ARTiSTORY has signed a global licensing deal between smartphone brand TECNO and the Boston Museum of Fine Arts. On July 7, the Museum of Fine Arts hosted a product launch to unveil the TECNO CAMON 19 Pro Mondrian Edition Gift Set. TECNO CAMON 19 Pro Mondrian Edition is a stylish new smartphone that features … [Read more...] about Art Licensing: Boston Museum of Fine Arts Goes Techy with TECHNO
Feature Report: Bored Apes Lawsuit May Set Precedent for IP Protection in NFTs
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Yuga Labs is suing a conceptual artist over allegations of copyright infringement of its Bored Ape Yacht Club line of NFTs. The case will be among the most hotly watched for legal experts in the nascent NFT sector, as courts struggle to establish clear copyright laws for non-fungible tokens. The dispute centers on Ryder Ripps, an artist … [Read more...] about Feature Report: Bored Apes Lawsuit May Set Precedent for IP Protection in NFTs
Art Licensing: Art Ask Unveils Two New Deals For Frida Kahlo
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The Frida Kahlo brand's licensing program continues to grow as the brand acquires new licensing deals with Puma and Tatty Devine. Art Ask Agency and Tatty Devine have launched a Frida Kahlo inspired jewellery collection in celebration of the revolutionary artist and feminist. “For me, Tatty Devine is an iconic jewellery brand and a very … [Read more...] about Art Licensing: Art Ask Unveils Two New Deals For Frida Kahlo
Fashion Brand Custo Barcelona Partners With Art Ask Agency
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Art Ask Agency has added the international fashion brand Custo Barcelona to its portfolio of lifestyle licenses. Art Ask Agency is an international licensing agency that offers complete services to licensees and brand owners. Based in Barcelona, the agency is known for working with global rights, fast turnaround, approvals, feedback, … [Read more...] about Fashion Brand Custo Barcelona Partners With Art Ask Agency
Available Licenses: Excel Seeking Licensees for Anne Cole, Dede
Anne Cole Swimwear Brand Available for First Time as Licensed IP The classic swimwear brand Anne Cole is working with Excel Branding to find partners in the categories of sleepwear, intimate apparel, hosiery, footwear, and beach accessories. The company was founded by Anne Cole, known as a fiery, shrewd and outspoken businesswoman who forever changed the male-dominated … [Read more...] about Available Licenses: Excel Seeking Licensees for Anne Cole, Dede
Spin Master Launches Inclusive ‘Character Creator’ with 6ix Academy
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Spin Master Corp. and 6ix Academy are launching the Truly You! Character Creator licensed fashion illustration set. 6ix Academy is a Toronto-based inner-city business and arts program with a focus on social justice and activism. Students of 6ix Academy approached Spin Master with the opportunity to include more authentic representation … [Read more...] about Spin Master Launches Inclusive ‘Character Creator’ with 6ix Academy
How Frida Kahlo Evolved From Artist to Style Icon
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief While at the Licensing Expo last week, I was struck by the major presence of the late Mexican artist Frida Kahlo. Art in general was well represented at the show, and in fact, some agencies specialize in nothing but, but the Frida Kahlo booth was just that: all Frida, from top to bottom. The artist's work was also featured on swag bags … [Read more...] about How Frida Kahlo Evolved From Artist to Style Icon