My Squishy Little Dumplings Debut Slate of Digital Content
WowWee and Nickelodeon teamed up for original content reimagining My Squishy Little Dumplings characters as an animated, K-Pop-inspired band called The Squish.
Disguise, Inc. Renews Sesame Street License
Disguise, Inc. renewed its agreement with Sesame Street for the rights to produce licensed costumes, costume accessories, and trunk-or-treat kits in North America.
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.