Falcon’s Beyond’ has raised more than $100 million in gross proceeds to support Falcon’s Beyond’s growth strategy to deliver extraordinary entertainment experiences through a vast array of products, platforms and IP, which includes the previously-announced and consummated private and strategic investments in the company and its subsidiaries by existing investors since announcement of the Business Combination and proceeds from FAST II’s trust account. In connection with the completion of the Business Combination, the FAST II units, Class A common stock and warrants have ceased trading and been voluntarily delisted from NYSE. The Class A common stock, Series A preferred stock and warrants of Falcon’s Beyond Global Inc., the parent public company resulting from the Business Combination (“PubCo”), will begin trading on Nasdaq under the ticker symbols “FBYD,” “FBYDP” and “FBYDW,” respectively, on October 6, 2023.

Headstart’s plush creations are so much more than loveable companions. With Tuttie Cutie adding more sustainable sweetness to the already impressive range of recycled Resoftables, there’s even more ways to enjoy feel-good play. Tuttie Cutie Resoftables from Headstart are eco-friendly works of art designed to infuse joy, comfort – and a touch of cute, cuddly charm to your world. Resoftables Tuttie Cutie is a meaningful new way to strengthen Headstart’s unwavering commitment to a better, more sustainable future of toys for tomorrow.

Global IP licensing disruptor, BIP proudly announces its rebranding to Negosh.com. This evolution will bring the platform’s 250+ brands and 200+ licensees in more than 25 countries added functionality, products, services, and an improved user experience, making it easier than ever to secure impactful licensing deals. Since launching earlier this year, BIP, now Negosh.com has become the preeminent destination for some of the world’s biggest consumer products and entertainment companies, gaming developers, athletes, and others to connect and secure category-expanding licensing deals. Negosh.com is a trusted partner with numerous industry licensing leaders, including global toy company Jazwares and Striker Entertainment, a cutting-edge consumer products marketing agency, and many more. Additionally, licensees, including custom mechanical keyboard manufacturer Infinikey, are tapping into Negosh.com, taking advantage of the platform’s ability to discover new opportunities to collaborate with unique global brands, unlocking maximum deal-making potential like never before.

The world’s greatest role-playing game is heading back to school! Wizards of the Coast in partnership with AdoptAClassroom.org, has announced an initiative to bring Dungeons & Dragons to 200 classrooms across the country. Through the partnership, selected teachers will receive a Dungeons & Dragons (D&D) library along with much needed funding to support their classrooms. Teachers supporting grades 4-12 at high-needs schools with an active AdoptAClassroom.org classroom page can fill out an online application to enter for a chance to win the Dungeons & Dragons adventure of a lifetime for their students.

The Noble Collection, a leading manufacturer, distributor, and retailer of premium collectibles and Toyllectibles, announced the launch of its first game-inspired product assortment for Minecraft. The premium collector replicas will be exclusively available to fans on-site at New York Comic Con (Booth #1061) from October 12-13, and the Diamond Sword Collector Replica will be available for pre-order exclusively to Con attendees. On-site products will then be widely accessible online via noblecollection.com and select retailers on October 14. In addition to the Diamond Sword Collector Replica, The Noble Collection’s all-new assortment will include the Torch Illuminating Collector Replica, Overworld Heroes vs Hostile Mobs Chess Set, Redstone Ore Illuminating Collector Replica, Diamond Ore Illuminating Collector Replica, and Illuminating Potion Bottle.