By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Disney and CEO Bob Iger emerged as the clear winners in a proxy fight with activist investor Nelson Peltz. The annual general meeting saw shareholders standing solidly behind Disney, its CEO and current board of directors. They voted to elect Disney's full slate of 12 nominees, including Iger. The vote has not yet been released, but a … [Read more...] about Disney’s Bob Iger Victorious in Bitter Boardroom Battle
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Disney Shakes Hands on Major Content Licensing Deal With Sony Pictures
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Another day, another game changing licensing deal involving The Walt Disney Company. Disney and Sony Pictures have just announced a multi-year content licensing agreement that will bring Sony's box office films to streaming platforms owned by Disney. The agreement starts with all films produced by Sony since 2022, as well as rights to some … [Read more...] about Disney Shakes Hands on Major Content Licensing Deal With Sony Pictures
Analysis: How Disney’s Deal With Epic Games Will Transform the Metaverse
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The Walt Disney Company and Epic Games have entered into an historic deal that will transform and accelerate the development of the metaverse. As part of a deal that will undoubtedly have competitors shaking in their boots, Disney has also invested $1.5 billion to acquire a sizeable equity stake in Epic Games. Much of the attention being … [Read more...] about Analysis: How Disney’s Deal With Epic Games Will Transform the Metaverse
Disney Celebrates Centennial With New TikTok Destination
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Disney is 100 years young, and is celebrating its centennial hanging out with the cool kids on TikTok. Starting Oct. 16, The Walt Disney Company unveiled a first-of-its-kind destination within TikTok that invites Disney fans to a unique interactive experience where stories, magic, and memories come together. "For more than 100 … [Read more...] about Disney Celebrates Centennial With New TikTok Destination
Pandora and Disney Collaborate On Jewelry Collection For The Little Mermaid
By Allison WatkinsonTLL ReporterPandora has launched a licensed jewelry collection based on Disney's live-action film, The Little Mermaid. Pandora is a global jewelry brand that specializes in creating hand-finished jewelry using high-quality materials. Each piece for the co-branded collection features Pandora's signature solid sterling silver or 14K gold plating style with … [Read more...] about Pandora and Disney Collaborate On Jewelry Collection For The Little Mermaid
Upexi to Launch Disney-Branded Version of Its Tytan Tile STEM Toys
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Upexi Inc. has signed a licensing agreement with The Walt Disney Company for its children's STEM toy brand, Tytan Tiles. The Tytan Tiles toy brand includes non-toxic magnetic tiles in multiple shapes and sizes that snap together as building blocks. For the agreement, Upexi will be responsible for developing and launching Tytan Tiles … [Read more...] about Upexi to Launch Disney-Branded Version of Its Tytan Tile STEM Toys
Multiverse Awaits a Major Collaboration Between Disney and Coca-Cola
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Soft drink giant Coca-Cola and Disney's Marvel have launched what may be their largest collaboration in the UK to date. The Multiverse Awaits promotion in an on-pack marketing program in which consumers can win a super-powered getaway to the new Marvel Avengers Campus at Disneyland Paris, and a host of smaller prizes. Launched in … [Read more...] about Multiverse Awaits a Major Collaboration Between Disney and Coca-Cola
Disney Inks First Ever Nail Lacquer Deal With Nailtopia
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Nailtopia has partnered with Disney to create a limited-edition nail collection called Disney 100 in honor of the DIsney brand’s 100th anniversary. Nailtopia is the first nail lacquer brand to to partner with Disney throughout the company's long history. Disney's decision to enter a licensing partnership with Nailtopia was influenced by … [Read more...] about Disney Inks First Ever Nail Lacquer Deal With Nailtopia
Disney Partners With Board Game Developer Libellud
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The French board game developer Libellud has partnered with Disney for a licensed game expansion to their Dixit franchise. A part of the Asmodee Group, Libellud is known for developing original game franchises such as Dixit, Loony Quest, Mysterium and Dice Forge. The original Dixit card game was created by Jean-Louis Roubira in 2008 and … [Read more...] about Disney Partners With Board Game Developer Libellud
Mattel Unveils All New Line for Disney Princess and Frozen
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Toymaker Mattel has revealed its new line up for its licensed Disney Princess and Disney Frozen lines. The Disney dolls line is among the most popular in the world, as it celebrates the adventures of Disney 'Princess' films and particularly Disney Frozen. The Mattel dolls are known for their attention to detail, allowing fans to bring … [Read more...] about Mattel Unveils All New Line for Disney Princess and Frozen