By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter ZAG is launching a licensed series called Fairyon for its new direct-to-streaming division ZAG Stream. The company’s direct-to-streaming content business will be led by Maria Doolan, ZAG’s SVP of TV Content. The first project from ZAG Stream is the animated superhero fantasy series, Fairyon. Fairyon is a reimagining of classic fairytale … [Read more...] about ZAG Launches Streaming Service With New Series Fairyon
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Warner Music Investigating Subsidiary’s Actions in Russia
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Warner Music is investigating allegations that one of its subsidiaries continued to operate in Russia after the company suspended its operations. Those allegations were made in an exclusive investigative report by The Guardian newspaper. According to the report, at least one executive at the Warner subsidiary ADA Russia "... continued to try … [Read more...] about Warner Music Investigating Subsidiary’s Actions in Russia
Konami Expands Into Apparel With Yu-Gi-Oh Collaborations
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Konami Cross Media NY, Inc. has expanded into the fashion category with their flagship property, Yu-Gi-Oh! The new licensing partners for the Yu-Gi-Oh! brand include BAIT, Bershka, Park Agencies and Tuned in Tokyo. “Our new collaborations will result in strong niche product lines that will provide new avenues for the continued growth of … [Read more...] about Konami Expands Into Apparel With Yu-Gi-Oh Collaborations
Fashion Licensing: Popeye and Olive Oyl Hit the Milan Catwalk
King Features and fashion partner Iceberg unveiled the retail launch of a new capsule collection in the Italian fashion capital of Milan. The collaborators say the first collection was unveiled during Fashion Week with an innovative marketing campaign in Milan, Berlin, New York and Paris. This latest collection is also getting the star treatment with its Milan launch. The … [Read more...] about Fashion Licensing: Popeye and Olive Oyl Hit the Milan Catwalk
Update: Trademark Filings Reveal Kanye West’s Licensing Strategy
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief New trademark filings by Kanye West may help reveal the music star's long-term goals, particularly after he terminated his licensing relationship with Gap Inc. According to a report from the entertainment gossip show TMZ, the rapper's company Mascotte Holdings has filed trademarks for a variety of apparel items, including jackets, hats, … [Read more...] about Update: Trademark Filings Reveal Kanye West’s Licensing Strategy
Board Games: The Force Is Strong With This One
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Asmodee and Z-Man Games, in collaboration with LucasFilm, are releasing a licensed board game based on Star Wars: The Clone Wars. The upcoming board game is called Star Wars: The Clone Wars – A Pandemic System Game. It is set during the popular Lucasfilm television series, Star Wars: The Clone Wars. The licensed board game is built using … [Read more...] about Board Games: The Force Is Strong With This One
Who’s News: Major Changes to the Board of Hasbro
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Hasbro, Inc. has announced that Kenneth A. Bronfin and Edward M. Philip will retire from the company's Board of Directors. “On behalf of the entire Board of Directors and Hasbro team, I want to sincerely thank Ted and Ken for their years of service to Hasbro and for their unwavering commitment to our shareholders,” said Rich Stoddart, Chair … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Major Changes to the Board of Hasbro
Care Bears, JimmyPaul Create a Cotton Candy Confection of a Dress for BLE
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The Care Bears is not a brand typically linked to the world of haute couture, but that changed this week. Cloudco Entertainment, owner of the durably beloved Care Bears brand, has partnered on the release of a limited-edition 40th anniversary couture dress by renowned fashion brand JimmyPaul. “We are honored JimmyPaul and Difuzed chose to … [Read more...] about Care Bears, JimmyPaul Create a Cotton Candy Confection of a Dress for BLE
Trade Shows: Spotlight on Sony Pictures at BLE
Sony Pictures Consumer Products to Highlight Licensing Opportunities for Major Hits, Including The Boys, Cobra Kai, Wheel of Time, Ghostbusters, and 10 Adaptations of Video Game Properties By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Sony Pictures Consumer Products will be at Brand Licensing Europe to spotlight the studio’s entertainment franchises and key licensing collaborations. The … [Read more...] about Trade Shows: Spotlight on Sony Pictures at BLE
King Features Unveiling Film Based on Slylock Fox
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter King Features Syndicate is developing a new animated film inspired by the interactive children’s comic strip, Slylock Fox. King Features has also renewed its representation agreement for the property, which was previously known as Slylock Fox and Comics for Kids. The film will follow the adventures of the Sherlock Holmes inspired detective, … [Read more...] about King Features Unveiling Film Based on Slylock Fox