By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Spielwarenmesse is celebrating as the Nuremberg toy fair saw a significant jump in attendees and exhibitors this year. The toy fair at the Nuremberg Exhibition Centre is the largest in the world, and this year took on a greater significance as Toy Fair New York was cancelled, returning next year after a reimagining of the event. In … [Read more...] about Spielwarenmesse Celebrates Successful Toy Fair in Nuremberg
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UFC Signs Multi-Year Trading Card Licensing With Fanatics and Topps
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Mixed martial arts (MMA) giant UFC will again partner with Topps for an exclusive line of collectible trading cards. Topps previously held the license for UFC from 2009 to 2020, and in the intervening years the company was acquired by Fanatics, which quickly became the dominant force in the sector. Now, Topps is stepping back into … [Read more...] about UFC Signs Multi-Year Trading Card Licensing With Fanatics and Topps
Milksha Opens What May Be World’s Highest Bubble Tea Cafe
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The Milksha bubble tea brand has opened a new store that is located in Taipei 101's observation deck in Taiwan. Initially established in 2008, the Milksha beverage brand has expanded to include 450 retail locations across the globe. Milksha's beverages are made by hand using fresh milk, natural flavors and premium ingredients such as … [Read more...] about Milksha Opens What May Be World’s Highest Bubble Tea Cafe
Jack Link’s Launch New Flavors Inspired by Fritos Chili Cheese and Flamin’ Hot
Two of the most popular snack brands in America, Jack Link’s and Frito-Lay, have teamed up to create new flavors of meat snacks. The new product line will combine the taste of Fritos Chili Cheese and Flamin’ Hot with Jack Link’s high-quality jerky and cheese sticks. The new products, which include beef jerky, meat sticks, and cheese stick and meat combos, are seasoned … [Read more...] about Jack Link’s Launch New Flavors Inspired by Fritos Chili Cheese and Flamin’ Hot
Bruce Wayne Inspired Home Collection Gives You a Classy Place to Hang Your Bat Cape
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Formitalia Group and Warner Bros. Discovery Global Consumer Products have entered a licensing partnership for a new Bruce Wayne inspired homeware collection. The upcoming Wayne Enterprises home collection will include a wide range of interior design products such as living room furniture, bedroom sets, office furniture, lighting and home … [Read more...] about Bruce Wayne Inspired Home Collection Gives You a Classy Place to Hang Your Bat Cape
Fans Get a Kick Out of Miraculous-Themed Kung Fu Tea Beverages
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Kung Fu Tea is getting a superpowered boost, launching two new beverages inspired by the animated hit show action-comedy series Miraculous—Tales of Ladybug & Cat Noir. "We are thrilled to join forces with superheroes Ladybug and Cat Noir who are cherished by fans worldwide," said Matthew Poveromo, Marketing Manager, Kung Fu Tea. … [Read more...] about Fans Get a Kick Out of Miraculous-Themed Kung Fu Tea Beverages
Nothing Says I Love You Like Krispy Kreme ‘Dough-Notes’
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Krispy Kreme has launched a new promotional Valentine’s Day collection called Krispy Kreme's Valentine’s Day Dough-Notes. The limited-edition Krispy Kreme collection features four new heart-shaped doughnut varieties called You Color My World, I Love You A Choco-Lot, You’re Berry Sweet and Without You I’d Crumble. The You Color My World … [Read more...] about Nothing Says I Love You Like Krispy Kreme ‘Dough-Notes’
Must Read: Universal Music Calls Time Out on TikTok Agreement
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Universal Music Group just dropped a bomb on TikTok, saying it will back out of its music licensing agreement with the social media giant. The music publisher, one of the global 'Big Three' that dominates the industry, says it will remove all songs from TikTok, accusing the company of trying to bully them into taking a bad deal over … [Read more...] about Must Read: Universal Music Calls Time Out on TikTok Agreement
Nike Suing Sneaker Designer on Allegations of Trademark Infringement
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Footwear and fitness giant Nike is suing a small sneaker designer for allegedly putting out copies of its Air Jordan 1 High sneakers. In a complaint filed in New Jersey District Court Jan. 25, Nike called Global Heartbreak founder Naadier Riles a "bootlegger" (pun intended?), saying the designer essentially copied its Air Jordans, and put … [Read more...] about Nike Suing Sneaker Designer on Allegations of Trademark Infringement
Sesame Workshop Launches STEM App With Story Toys
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Sesame Workshop and StoryToys have officially launched a new STEM-focused educational gaming app called Sesame Street Mecha Builders. Based on the Sesame Street Mecha Builders spinoff series, the mobile application includes reimagined robotic superhero versions of licensed Sesame Street characters like Elmo, Cookie Monster and Abby … [Read more...] about Sesame Workshop Launches STEM App With Story Toys