By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Estée Lauder is making a move into the fashion world, as the company has initiated talks to acquire Tom Ford International. Estee Lauder is best known as a leader in the world of cosmetics and fragrance, but a deal with Tom Ford could put it into an elite realm in the fashion sector as well. There are other parties competing to acquire the … [Read more...] about Fashion: Estée Lauder in Talks to Acquire Tom Ford
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Music Licensing: Bravado Regains Merch Rights For The Beatles
After a Hard Day's Night of talks, Universal Music Group's Bravado division has reacquired merchandise rights for The Beatles. The deal sees the legendary band's merchandise rights coming back to UMG, which is also the longstanding home for its music catalog. Apple Corps Ltd. and brand management company, Bravado, announced today that they have once again partnered to develop … [Read more...] about Music Licensing: Bravado Regains Merch Rights For The Beatles
Licensing Law: Boutique Owner Wins Trademark Ruling in Battle with Zara
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief A British boutique has won a David vs. Goliath battle in a trademark dispute with global fashion giant Zara. Amber Kotrri (seen in photo, above) is the owner of House of Zana, a boutique fashion outlet that sells clothing online and from a single store in the small city of Darlington in the UK. But the fashion conglomerate Inditex felt the … [Read more...] about Licensing Law: Boutique Owner Wins Trademark Ruling in Battle with Zara
NFT Trading Plunges by 99% on Open Sea
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Just months ago NFTs were all the rage for artists, investors and many licensing firms, but this week trading in NFTs has dropped a shocking 99% on Open Sea. The world's largest trading platform for NFTs, Open Sea has seen trading plummet from $2.7 billion in transactions on May 1, to a dismal $9.34 million on Aug. 28. The figures from Fortune … [Read more...] about NFT Trading Plunges by 99% on Open Sea
Glass Animals Team Up With Xbox for Pac-Man World Re-PAC Program
It's been quite a year for the breakout band Glass Animals, who have topped the billboard charts, headlined the Glastonbury festival, and now are partnered with Xbox on the latest Pac-Man game release. Glass Animals exploded as a chart-topping band in 2021 with the monster hit Heat Waves, which is so far the third longest charting song on the Billboard Hot 100, led by only The … [Read more...] about Glass Animals Team Up With Xbox for Pac-Man World Re-PAC Program
Who’s News: Silverio Joins Fun In Motion Toys As VP Product Development
Abner Silverio has joined the leadership team at Fun In Motion Toys in the newly created position of Vice President/Product Development. The addition of the operational veteran was announced today by Fun In Motion founder and president Kevin Daniels. Silverio brings 25 years of Management and Operational leadership to this new post, with considerable experience in IT, … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Silverio Joins Fun In Motion Toys As VP Product Development
ZAG Engages Born For Advertising and Marketing Licensing
The booming animation studio ZAG has engaged Born Licensing, an agency focused on licensing for the purpose of advertising and marketing. The agreement will see Born Licensing representing the company’s flagship property, Miraculous – Tales of Ladybug and Cat Noir, said founder and CEO Jeremy Zag. Founded in 2014 by David Born, Born Licensing works with owners of intellectual … [Read more...] about ZAG Engages Born For Advertising and Marketing Licensing
Tomy Draws Line in the Sand With Create A Castle Deal
Toy of the Year Award-winning Create A Castle has signed a key agreement with TOMY Australia to distribute their innovative sand castle sets. The agreement covers distribution in Australia, and will see Create A Castle's amazing sand sculpting kits available for the Christmas shopping season. “We’re excited to be partnering with the team at Create A Castle, especially since … [Read more...] about Tomy Draws Line in the Sand With Create A Castle Deal
Automotive Licensing: VP Racing Revs Up European Licensing Program With Kustom Yard
VP Racing Fuels added some horsepower to its licensing efforts in Europe, signing a deal with apparel company Kustom Yard. VP Racing Fuels is a global leader in performance fuels, lubricants, and additives, and has successfully licensed its brand in several lifestyle categories. Its Mad Scientist brand (seen in photo at top) has become a well-known image for those who feel the … [Read more...] about Automotive Licensing: VP Racing Revs Up European Licensing Program With Kustom Yard
Warner Bros.’ Super Pets Gets Book Tie-in With Random House
Warner Bros. new film DC League of Super Pets is getting some super books for young fans from Random House Children's Books. Random House Children’s Books, in collaboration with Warner Bros. Consumer Products and DC, has published four movie tie-in titles celebrating the new film, starring the DC Super-Pets and super villains featured in the film. The books—including a full … [Read more...] about Warner Bros.’ Super Pets Gets Book Tie-in With Random House