TLL Staff The spooky season is here, and Warner Bros. Discovery is pulling out all the stops for a Scooby-Doo promotion with new programming and licensed products. The month-long celebration is dedicated to Scooby-Doo and the Mystery Inc. Gang, and will also mark the 25th anniversary of the film Scooby Doo and the Witch's Ghost, and the characters the Hex … [Read more...] about It’s Wall-to-Wall Scooby-Doo During ‘Scoobtober’
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Gamefam and Spin Master Bring Hatchimals ‘Hatch Day’ Event to Roblox
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Gamefam and Spin Master have launched a licensed Hatchimals brand activation within the Twilight Daycare Roblox experience. The licensed in-game experience kicked off on September 14 within Gamefam’s Twilight Daycare social role-playing game with a giant Hatchimals egg appearing in the daycare. The Hatchimals egg features a timer that … [Read more...] about Gamefam and Spin Master Bring Hatchimals ‘Hatch Day’ Event to Roblox
Cloudco Announces Wave of Partnerships and Promotions
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Cloudco Entertainment has secured new agency partnerships and retail deals throughout the EMEA as part of its global expansion of the Care Bears brand. The newly announced licensing agents will be responsible for expanding the Care Bears brand to additional retail markets and consumer demographics across their respective territories. These … [Read more...] about Cloudco Announces Wave of Partnerships and Promotions
China’s Popular ViViCat Series Going Global
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Chances are you've never heard of ViViCat, so it might surprise you the short-form series The Daily Life of ViViCat reached 55 million viewers in its first season, with 3 billion views. Airing as the number three show on China's Tencent Video streaming service, ViViCat has been a breakout hit for the Chinese studio Beijing Miaow's House … [Read more...] about China’s Popular ViViCat Series Going Global
Licensing Roundup: Crayola Circus, Dora Podcast, New Nautica, and More
Crayola Experience Unwraps 'A Magical Circus Adventure' for Christmas This December, Crayola Experience in Orlando is set to dazzle visitors with A Magical Circus Adventure, a special weekend event in collaboration with POMP SNOW & CIRQUEumstance. The event, part of the annual Colorful Christmas celebration, promises a vibrant blend of creativity and festive fun … [Read more...] about Licensing Roundup: Crayola Circus, Dora Podcast, New Nautica, and More
Oasis Rocks Licensing With Global Merchandising Services
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief When Oasis kicks off its 2025 World Tour, its 'backup band' for licensing will be Global Merchandising Services. The award-winning merchandising company specializes in the music, celebrity and lifestyle categories. As the new global licensing agent for Oasis, Global will be charged with developing consumer product programs for retail, … [Read more...] about Oasis Rocks Licensing With Global Merchandising Services
Minecraft Continues Global Expansion Ahead of BLE 2024
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Minecraft has announced an extensive slate of licensing partners, retail collaborations and entertainment offerings ahead of the BLE 2024 Expo. The expansion of Minecraft's consumer products business has focused on reaching new categories, growing its retail relationships in the United States and extending the brand's international business … [Read more...] about Minecraft Continues Global Expansion Ahead of BLE 2024
Spin Master Selects WildBrain CPLG to Represent Vida the Vet
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Spin Master has named WildBrain CPLG as the new licensing representative for its Vida the Vet, Rubik’s and Tech Deck brands. Vida the Vet is an animated preschool franchise that follows a young girl named Vida as she helps treat the injuries and illnesses of cute woodland creatures like foxes, tigers and turtles. "Vida the Vet is a fantastic … [Read more...] about Spin Master Selects WildBrain CPLG to Represent Vida the Vet
Surge Licensing Named Exclusive Agent for Clive Barker’s Hellraiser
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Surge Licensing has been appointed by Park Avenue Entertainment and Clive Barker as the exclusive global licensing agent for Clive Barker’s Hellraiser. As Hellraiser's new licensing representative, Surge is responsible for developing a global consumer products and retail program based on the first three films from the horror franchise. “We are … [Read more...] about Surge Licensing Named Exclusive Agent for Clive Barker’s Hellraiser
Trump Loses Copyright Battle Over Use of Song ‘Electric Avenue’
Case Could Help Other Artists Prevent Politicians From Using Their Music Without Permission By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Presidential candidate Donald Trump lost his legal battle with singer Eddy Grant over his campaign's use of the 1983 hit song Electric Avenue. The conflict dates back to the 2020 presidential campaign, which Trump lost to current US President Joe … [Read more...] about Trump Loses Copyright Battle Over Use of Song ‘Electric Avenue’