By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The results are in, and Kamala Harris has won the US presidential election! No, not that election. The much more important one, in which kids pick the winner through a 'Kids' Vote' poll. Nickelodeon says Vice-President Kamala Harris was chosen the winner of the US election in its Kids Pick the President “Kids’ Vote” poll. Harris received … [Read more...] about Kamala Harris Wins US Presidential Election … According to Kids
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Blade Runner 2049 Suing Tesla for Copyright Infringement
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief This may be the most '2024' news story I've seen yet, especially for the licensing industry. Combining artificial intelligence, copyright infringement, sci fi movies, robot taxis, Tesla, and a brash move by Elon Musk, a new lawsuit from the makers of Blade Runner 2049 is like a mashup of 2024 doom-scrolling headlines. Blade Runner 2049 … [Read more...] about Blade Runner 2049 Suing Tesla for Copyright Infringement
Magnolia Bakery’s Delicious Cannabis Licensing Deal
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The New York baking institution Magnolia Bakery has signed a deal with incredibles for a line of cannabis-infused chocolate treats. In other words, you can get the munchies and deal with the munchies at the same time! The new products will be sold through RISE Dispensaries in the states of New York and New Jersey. Incredibles is an … [Read more...] about Magnolia Bakery’s Delicious Cannabis Licensing Deal
Fall Asleep to the Sound of Frying Chicken With KFC Licensing Deal
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief So, KFC and the tech company Hatch are betting the sound of frying chicken will send you quickly off to dreamland. In what is definitely one of the more unusual licensing deals we've seen, Hatch has licensed the sound of Kentucky Fried Chicken's new KFC Original Recipe Tenders, for use on its Hatch Restore 2 smart sleep devices. "Did you … [Read more...] about Fall Asleep to the Sound of Frying Chicken With KFC Licensing Deal
M&M’s and Kate Spade Launch Tasteful Candy-Inspired Collection
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter M&M's and Kate Spade New York have signed a licensing partnership for a limited-edition collection of M&M's candy-inspired fashion accessories. The licensed capsule collection from Kate Spade New York includes a range of products wth colorful design details inspired by M&M's candy shells, shapes and product … [Read more...] about M&M’s and Kate Spade Launch Tasteful Candy-Inspired Collection
Lego Signs Major Partnership Deal With Sports Giant Nike
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The Lego Group has signed a multi-year partnership with Nike for a series of co-branded products, content and experiences focused on sports and play. "At the Lego Group, we believe in the power of play to inspire and develop the builders of tomorrow," said Lego Group VP, Alero Akuya. "By combining the creativity of Lego play with the … [Read more...] about Lego Signs Major Partnership Deal With Sports Giant Nike
Gamefam and Spin Master Bring Monster Jam Back to Roblox
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Gamefam and Spin Master are bringing licensed Monster Jam content to the Car Dealership Tycoon Roblox game for the third consecutive year. This year's Car Dealership Tycoon x Monster Jam takeover will allow players to access a variety of limited-edition in-game features, including exclusive Monster Jam-inspired gameplay modes, truck … [Read more...] about Gamefam and Spin Master Bring Monster Jam Back to Roblox
Nike Signs Historic 12-Year Partnership Extension with NBA, WNBA
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Nike has signed a multi-year extension to its global outfitting, merchandising, marketing and content agreement with the NBA and the WNBA. The renewal of the official licensing agreement follows eight years of service since the outfitting, merchandising, marketing and content partnership first began in 2015. Under the terms of the … [Read more...] about Nike Signs Historic 12-Year Partnership Extension with NBA, WNBA
Parents Prioritizing Toys For the Holidays in 2024
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Parents are putting their kids' need for toys ahead of other budget items this holiday season. That's the finding of a large survey of 1,000 U.S. parents, conducted by Wakefield Research, on behalf of The Toy Association. The survey found that while families are generally keeping a tighter eye on their holiday budgets due to inflation, 69% … [Read more...] about Parents Prioritizing Toys For the Holidays in 2024
Crayola Colors Their Licensing World With BrandComply
TLL Staff Crayola, the world's most famous coloring company, has signed up as the latest licensor to adopt Octane5's BrandComply licensing software. Octane5 is a global leader in the licensing software and security sector. The company produces the BrandComply Licensing Enterpirse Platform, as well as Verity Security Hang Tags & Labels, and the new Licensee Express … [Read more...] about Crayola Colors Their Licensing World With BrandComply