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Jewelry & Watches

Celebrity Licensing: Rolling Stones Release Some Rockin’ Watches With Nixon

The Rolling Stones proved Time Is On Their Side   as the classic rock band has launched a line of watches with timepiece creator Nixon.  The Rolling Stones and Nixon are turning up the volume with a two-part, limited-edition capsule collection of timepieces, replacement watch bands, and other accessories. This collection, produced in partnership with Bravado, brings together … [Read more...] about Celebrity Licensing: Rolling Stones Release Some Rockin’ Watches With Nixon

Metaverse Licensing: Tiffany & Co. Unveils Innovative NFT Program

Tiffany & Co. is selling non-fungible tokens (NFTs) that let CryptoPunk holders turn their NFT into a custom pendant. The 250 tokens are part of a limited edition campaign, the company announced on Sunday. The campaign was inspired by the company's vice president Alexandre Arnault, who owns CryptoPunk #3167. Arnault turned his NFT into a pendant which he teased on social … [Read more...] about Metaverse Licensing: Tiffany & Co. Unveils Innovative NFT Program

Feature Report: Is There a Future for NFTs After Market Meltdown?

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?

Watchmaker Depancel Posts Fast Times, With Motul Inspired Watch

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The racing and automotive brand Motul has launched a new luxury watch, in partnership with car-crazy watchmaker Depancel. Motul and Depancel are both companies that are connected to ... and some would say obsessed with ... the world of car brands and auto racing. To mark their signature interest, the two companies have now released a new … [Read more...] about Watchmaker Depancel Posts Fast Times, With Motul Inspired Watch

TV Licensing: Discovery Launches CP Program for Shark Week

Discovery Channel is diving deep into the world of consumer products this week with the unveiling of its CP program for Shark Week 2022. Now in its 34th year, Shark Week has become a massively popular event, and this year Discovery will be airing 25 adrenaline pumping hours of original, shark-themed content. Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson, one of the world's top film stars and … [Read more...] about TV Licensing: Discovery Launches CP Program for Shark Week

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

9 Story Media Group and Karma’s World Entertainment Expand Licensing Program

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter 9 Story Media Group and Karma’s World Entertainment have announced the accelerated growth of their licensing program for the animated property Karma’s World. The new deals were secured by 9 Story Brands, which is the consumer products and brand management division of 9 Story Media Group. 9 Story Brands is known for building international … [Read more...] about 9 Story Media Group and Karma’s World Entertainment Expand Licensing Program

Anime Hit One Piece Marks 1,000 Episodes With New Licensing Deals

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Just a week away from this month’s Licensing Expo 2022, renowned animation studio Toei Animation Inc. has released the first-ever licensing report for its One Piece franchise. This report provides an annual wrap-up of licensing gains for the studio's hit anime franchise, One Piece. It also details new license agreements, license renewals, and … [Read more...] about Anime Hit One Piece Marks 1,000 Episodes With New Licensing Deals

Sports Licensing: UFC Partners With Timex For Tough Timepieces

Timex has become the Official Timekeeper of UFC, in a deal that will see the release of exclusive, UFC-branded watches. The deal between Timex and UFC includes a number of components, as the watchmaker will be both a sponsor and a licensing partner. "We could not be more excited to partner with UFC to create a collection of Timex UFC timepieces that embody the toughness and … [Read more...] about Sports Licensing: UFC Partners With Timex For Tough Timepieces