WowWee Tapped for ARPO Robot Babysitter Toys
WowWee announced a master toy agreement with Moonbug Entertainment to produce toys based on the upcoming ARPO Robot Babysitter series.
Outfit7 and Epic Story Grow Talking Tom Brand in U.S.
Outfit7 and its North American licensing partner Epic Story Media announced plans to expand its family entertainment brand Talking Tom & Friends via a consumer products range and new animated series.
Licensing Expo Virtual Announces 2021 Agenda
This year’s event features the return of Licensing U, produced by Licensing International, and the U.S. market debut of the License This! competition.
SolidRoots Secures License for Berenstain Bears Games
Toy and game company SolidRoots will publish a line of licensed Berenstain Bears-themed games, expected to hit shelves in spring 2022.
PlayMonster Toy & Game Lines Get a Disney Twist
PlayMonster will incorporate popular Disney characters into several of its lines — including 5 Second Rule, Ring It On, and Colorforms.
Sesame Street Taps Sony for Licensing in Japan
Sony Creative Products will lead licensing for Sesame Street in Japan, with 2021 marking the 50th anniversary of the show’s first broadcast in Japan.
Licensing International Announces New Board Members
Seven licensing industry executives are joining the Licensing International Board of Directors for three-year-terms, effective July 1.
Iscream Will Launch a Care Bears Accessory Line
A Care Bears-branded line of accessories is coming this fall from lifestyle brand Iscream, in partnership with Cloudco Entertainment.
Rovio Becomes New Partner for Moomin Brand
Rovio Entertainment has secured exclusive video game rights to the Moomin brand, in addition to investing $5.9 million into Moominvalley studio Gutsy Animations.