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MINISO Announces Upcoming Snoopy Collaboration with the World-Famous Peanuts Brand

MINISO is thrilled to announce a new partnership with Peanuts, the brand based on the world-famous comic strip, paving the way for a collaboration based on the beloved characters of Snoopy, Charlie Brown and the Peanuts gang. An IP collaboration agreement was unveiled at a signing ceremony on July 1st at MINISO’s 2023 Second Half Global Partners Strategy Summit in New York, USA. Snoopy even made a special appearance at the ceremony, adding to the sense of excitement about the upcoming collaboration collection. The partnership aims to combine the distinctive charm of Peanuts’ best-known characters and MINISO’s commitment to delivering innovative, high-quality, and fun-filled products to customers worldwide. The MINISO x Peanuts partnership was brokered on behalf of Peanuts Worldwide by the Shanghai team of WildBrain CPLG, a leading licensing agency representing the Peanuts brand in China and multiple other territories around the world.

Kartoon Studios Announces ‘Stan Lee Comics’ and Deal with Legible

Kartoon Studios (NYSE AMERICAN: TOON), the controlling partner of “Stan Lee Universe, LLC,” has announced plans for the launch of Stan Lee Comics, a line of digital and print comic books based on never-before-released stories and characters created by Stan Lee. The Company is partnering with online book streaming platform and leading multimedia publisher Legible Inc (CSE: READ) (OTCQB: LEBGF) (FSE: D0T) (“Legible”) to develop and distribute approximately 12 original comic book series, based on Stan Lee’s creations, across Legible’s broad publishing and reading platform, making them accessible to a global market. The news follows a recent announcement that Legible secured print and digital print rights to bring a selection of Kartoon Studios’ IP to life through multimedia-enriched eBooks, featuring audio, video, animations and print comic books.

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Just Play Continues Global Expansion with Key Hires Across Europe – Sebastien Cardi and Alexis Lanzas

Just Play, a leading global toy company, is proud to announce the addition of two key hires who will expand the company’s presence worldwide: Sebastien Cardi as Country Manager for France, and Alexis Lanzas as Country Manager for Iberia. Shari Mann, Just Play’s Head of International, stated: “We enthusiastically welcome Sebastien and Alexis to Just Play’s International Division. With extensive regional expertise and international perspective, they will be instrumental in expanding Just Play’s presence in key growth markets.”

Moose Toys Enters Doll Category with Magic Mixies Pixlings and Launches Magic Mixies Magic Lamp

Moose Toys, a leading innovator in the toy industry, continues to expand the universe of its global sales phenom, Magic Mixies. The toy maker predicts Magic Mixies will top holiday wish lists for the third consecutive year, as it takes the “real magic” experience to the next level with two new products, including an entrance into a new category: dolls. First is Magic Mixies Magic Lamp with a wish-granting Genie Mixie, and next is the Magic Mixies Pixlings, a trio of dolls that kids magically create inside a potion bottle.

Molang Heads to Japan Expo with Exclusive New Merchandise

Millimages, one of the most innovate IP developers and oldest independent animation studios in Europe, will present a one-off Molang apparel capsule collection and six limited-edition collectible figurines at Japan Expo 2023. Taking place in Paris from July 13 – 16, the range of products will be available to purchase exclusively at the Molang pop-up shop during the four-day event at stand no. J183. The exclusive products, designed in Millimages’ Paris offices, include organic cotton T-shirts and tote bags, as well as six collectible figurines presented in mystery packaging. Other products, such as the iconic Soft Lamp, stationery and the ever-popular plushies, will also be available. The Molang stand – built as a high-end pop-up shop – will provide its fans with a bubble of tranquillity in the middle of the show where they can buy new merchandise and meet the Molang mascot. Concurrently, Editions Dupuis, Millimages’ publishing partner, will have signing sessions for the Molang comic book at their stand.

Millimages’ Pirata & Capitano to Mascot Summer Exhibition at the Paris Aquarium

Millimages, one of the most innovative IP developers and oldest independent animation studios in Europe, is proud to announce the participation of Pirata & Capitano at the Paris Aquarium’s summer exhibition, Journey to the Heart of Maritime Routes. Hosted in partnership with the Musée National de la Marine and Éditions Larousse the exhibit will take place from July 10th to October 14th. Journey to the Heart of Maritime Routes invites the public to follow some of the greatest maritime adventures that have forged the world’s waterways, to discover marine life below the surface, and to learn about the extraordinary impact oceans have had throughout history. With Pirata the intrepid little pirate as mascot and guide, visitors will enjoy a variety of ways to learn while having fun such as: a family tour charted in a Pirata & Capitano illustrated map, educational workshops for children, and an activity booklet that can be downloaded by QR code to prolong the fun at home.

Chupa Chups Offers a ‘Lifestyle for Vivid People’ with Handhug in South Korea

The South Korean company Handhug Inc and Perfetti Van Melle group have partnered to launch a stationery and home collection with the Chupa Chups brand. Under the slogan “Lifestyle for vivid people”, the brand line-up will showcase a wide variety of lifestyle products that can be incorporated into people’s daily lives. The unique bright and pop colors and amazing graphics of the Chupa Chups brand have been applied to stationery, miscellaneous goods, fancy items, kitchenware and home decoration to express fun, joy, and freedom, all at the same time. The collection will be available this summer at Handhug’s online channels, bookstores and online malls in South Korea.

First-ever Angry Birds Retail Café Launching in USA

SCG America has announced their partnership with Angry Birds’ creator Rovio Entertainment to launch one of the world’s most popular game franchises into a one-of-a-kind retail café. The companies came together to build an engaging and interactive location for Angry Birds fans to visit. The retail café, named iSwii by Angry Birds, will feature tasty pastries, cakes & confections, trendy bubble teas & coffees, gaming, a retail section, and unique photo opportunities.

New Multiplayer Game L.O.L. Surprise! O.M.G. Fashion Club Officially Launches

MGA Entertainment – one of the largest and fastest growing privately held toy and entertainment companies in the world –and TutoTOONS – a leading kids ’gaming company dedicated to creating educational and entertain-ing experiences for children – are delighted to announce the highly anticipated official launch of L.O.L. Surprise! O.M.G. Fashion Club, a captivating multiplayer fashion and styling game set in the beloved world of L.O.L. Surprise! O.M.G. dolls. The game is now available on the Google Play Store and Apple App Store, inviting players to immerse themselves in a vibrant digital universe where they can explore, create stunning looks, and embark on thrilling fashion ad-ventures with friends!