Spin Master’s Bakugan Series to Air Episode on Roblox
Spin Master’s Bakugan franchise will be the first to premiere a full-length series episode on the online platform Roblox.
Tonies Kids Audio System Announces Dr. Seuss Line
Dr. Seuss Enterprises and Tonies screen-free audio entertainment system for children are partnering to create a line of products around Dr. Seuss’ stories and characters.
Playmobil Unveils Star Trek U.S.S. Enterprise
In a new collaboration with ViacomCBS and Star Trek, Playmobil will debut its model of the U.S.S. Enterprise spacecraft next month.
Sony Completes $1.175 Billion Acquisition of Crunchyroll
This week, Funimation Global Group, owned by Sony Pictures Entertainment, completed its $1.175 billion acquisition of anime Crunchyroll — previously owned by AT&T.
Licensing International Announces Passing of Bill Burke
Longtime licensing executive Bill Burke, who joined Licensing International this year as SVP, marketing and communications, passed away on August 9 at the age of 55.
Beverly Hills Teddy Bear Now Accepts Cryptocurrency
Beverly Hills Teddy Bear Company is bringing cryptocurrency to the toy industry. The company began accepting cryptocurrency as a form of payment in June.
Sesame Street Appoints Licensing Agent for South Korea
Sesame Workshop named CAA-GBG Global Brand Management Group as the licensing agent for Sesame Street in South Korea and Southeast Asia.
Ahren Hoffman Joins Crazy Aaron’s Marketing Team
Ahren Hoffman, formerly of ASTRA and the National Lekotek Center, has joined Crazy Aaron’s as the new marketing team lead.
MGM Celebrates Legally Blonde 21st Anniversary
MGM officially kicked off its “Legally Blonde Turns 21″ licensing program to celebrate the 21st anniversary of the feature film in 2022.