Program Designed Lets Developers Tap Into the Growing Market For Online Avatars By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The tech company Ready Player Me (RPM) is making a big move in the growing market for online avatars with a new licensing program. RPM says it's launching a 'Premium Skins Catalog', which will include content from major players like Warner Music Group, … [Read more...] about Ready Player Me Unveils Licenseable ‘Premium Skins Catalog’ For Developers
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Speaker Lineup Revealed For Sustainability in Licensing Conference
Guest Article By Rob Hutchins Editor, Products of Change Team GB, the LEGO Group, Tesco, and the United Nations have all been confirmed to join the industry’s bravest and boldest pioneers as part of the conversation at this year’s Sustainability in Licensing Conference. On Nov. 8, the Sustainability in Licensing Conference (SiLC) will make its grand return to the Royal … [Read more...] about Speaker Lineup Revealed For Sustainability in Licensing Conference
Electronic Arts’ Fan Base Explodes For Football and Hockey Games
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Electronic Arts is celebrating the release of two of its blockbuster games, EA Sports FC and EA Sports NHL. EA has become known over the years as the top designer of sports-related games, covering the gamut from auto racing to American football, but globally, it's EA Sports FC that has become the company's top sports franchise. For many … [Read more...] about Electronic Arts’ Fan Base Explodes For Football and Hockey Games
EA Sports FC Mobile Adds 650 Licensed Teams in Major Update
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Electronics Arts has launched an update to its EA Sports mobile game to bring it in line with the EA SPORTS FC brand. Previously known as FIFA Mobile, the updated EA Sports FC Mobile game includes several expansions to gameplay features, player customization options, and football league licenses. For existing users of the game, EA … [Read more...] about EA Sports FC Mobile Adds 650 Licensed Teams in Major Update
Gibson Launches Limited-Edition Gene Simmons EB-0 Bass Worldwide
By Allison WatkinsonTLL ReporterGibson has launched a limited-edition Gene Simmons EB-0 Bass guitar as part of its long-standing partnership with the rock and roll icon. Gene Simmons is best-known as the bassist and co-lead singer of the hard rock band KISS. Gene Simmons performed on all 20 of the band's studio albums and he has also produced two solo albums. Simmons rose to … [Read more...] about Gibson Launches Limited-Edition Gene Simmons EB-0 Bass Worldwide
Wildbrain CPLG and MGM Consumer Products Expand Wednesday Addams Licensing Program
By Allison Warkinson TLL ReporterWildBrain CPLG and MGM Consumer Products have launched an extensive global licensing program for the studio’s supernatural comedy series, Wednesday.“It’s been exciting to see the fandom for Wednesday grow so quickly internationally," said MGM head, Robert Marick. "With the support of WildBrain CPLG and our international partners, we are looking … [Read more...] about Wildbrain CPLG and MGM Consumer Products Expand Wednesday Addams Licensing Program
Special Report: TikTok Shop Takes Shoppers ‘From Content to Cart’
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief There's a saying in the media that argues, "content is king." According to the social media giant TikTok, that saying may also apply to retail. On Sept. 12, TikTok released a statement that promises to change the world of retail and advertising forever, while sending chills down the spines of retail giants like Walmart and Amazon. It will … [Read more...] about Special Report: TikTok Shop Takes Shoppers ‘From Content to Cart’
BBC Developing Bluey Video Game With Outright Games
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter BBC Studios has partnered with Outright Games to develop a licensed video game based on the Bluey childrens' series. Outright Games is a global company that specializes in developing and publishing family-friendly video games based on licensed entertainment brands. “We’re delighted to be working with Outright Games on Bluey’s first … [Read more...] about BBC Developing Bluey Video Game With Outright Games
Wildbrain Unveils Massive Slate of New Licensing Deals for Teletubbies
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter WildBrain has secured a slate of new licensing partnerships and content agreements for its long-standing Teletubbies brand. The new partnerships will expand the reach of the Teletubbies in categories such as ecommerce, apparel, location-based entertainment, lifestyle products, accessories, gaming and more. For the ecommerce category, … [Read more...] about Wildbrain Unveils Massive Slate of New Licensing Deals for Teletubbies
Sustainability: LEGO Group Vows to Achieve Net Zero Emissions by 2050
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The world's largest toy company, LEGO, says it will achieve net zero greenhouse gas emissions by the year 2050. It's a major step on the way to combatting climate change, which this year has led to major disasters, droughts, crop failure, as well as thousands of deaths around the world. Climate change scientists, the United Nations … [Read more...] about Sustainability: LEGO Group Vows to Achieve Net Zero Emissions by 2050