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Revolutionary Licensing Marketplace BIP Now Negosh.com

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.

Wizards of the Coast Partners with AdoptAClassroom.org to Bring Dungeons & Dragons to US Students

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 Launches First Game-Inspired Collectibles for Minecraft

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.

Yu-Gi-Oh! Product Expansion Announced at Brand Licensing Europe ’23 with All New Licensees

As the popularity of Anime continues to skyrocket, captivating its fandom around the globe, Konami Cross Media NY, Inc has signed new licensees – including Fashion UK, Kovert and MISTER SFC – for the Yu-Gi-Oh! franchise. The announcement was made by Jennifer Coleman, Vice President, Licensing and Marketing, Konami Cross Media NY, Inc. Coleman noted that the new licensees will unveil an exciting array of apparel and accessories, with many focused on generating excitement with Yu-Gi-Oh!’s strong Gen Z fandom. All of the merchandise will be available in time for the 2023 Holiday season.

L.O.L. Surprise! Unwraps a Sweet Surprise: A Delectable Collaboration with Haribo

MGA Entertainment, one of the world’s largest and fastest growing privately held toy and entertainment companies, and creator of global sensation, L.O.L. Surprise!, has announced its highly-anticipated partnership with renowned confectionery brand, Haribo, further extending its popular and mouthwatering line of L.O.L. Surprise! Loves Mini Sweets. Since its debut in 2022, the L.O.L. Surprise! Loves Mini Sweets line has steadily grown, captivating collectors’ hearts worldwide with its irresistible candy brand partnerships. Its popularity continues to soar, making it the No. 1 segment across the entire L.O.L. Surprise! brand for 2022 and 2023. With the unveiling of Series 3, the excitement is set to reach new heights, due in part to the sweet alliance with Haribo.

Steiff Celebrates Global James Bond Day with new Villainous Bond Bear

Steiff, the inventors of the teddy bear, first brought James Bond to life in teddy bear form earlier this year with their Limited Edition James Bond “Dr. No” Musical Bear. The Dr. No Numbered Edition is a beautifully made musical bear with an internal wind-up musical box (a unique Steiff attribute), that plays the iconic 007 theme tune. The bear was crafted by hand in a limited edition of 3,000 bears, of which few are still available at Steiff and 007.com. Few figures are as iconic as the original international man of mystery, secret agent James Bond, cutting a sophisticated picture in his immaculate suit. The character is so widely beloved that all things Bond are celebrated annually on October 5th, in an homage to the date of the World Premiere of the first James Bond Film Dr. No on October 5th, 1962.

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Sesame Workshop Launches New Resources to Help Children and Families Learn Financial Literacy Skills with Support from PNC Foundation

Sesame Workshop, the global impact nonprofit behind Sesame Street, released new resources to help young children learn the basic concepts that serve as a foundation for financial education. Created with generous support from PNC Foundation through PNC Grow Up Great, a nearly 20-year early childhood education initiative, the resources support early conversations around spending, sharing and saving money. Financial stability remains a top concern for families with young children and by supporting caregivers and educators in teaching foundational financial skills early, they can help prepare children to make sound financial decisions as they grow.

CandyRific Introduces Mini Candy Dispensers

CandyRific is introducing Mini Candy Dispensers in licensed designs with characters from Nickelodeon and Spin Master Entertainment’s hit animated series PAW Patrol characters. These Mini Candy Dispensers bring excitement and fun at a lower price point to introduce new consumers to the novelty category. The new Mini Candy Dispensers come with 0.28 ounces of assorted fruit flavored dextrose candies (natural flavors and colors). With two designs for PAW Patrol, these 4” tall candy dispensers are charming and colorful. The dispensers will be available December 2023 – Four, 12-count displays per case.

Spookley the Square Pumpkin Joins the Tonies Collection of Characters

Holiday Hill Farm, home of beloved holiday icon Spookley the Square Pumpkin, and tonies, the world’s largest interactive audio platform for children, today announced the launch of the first-ever Spookley Tonie. The Spookley Tonie will appear at—and soon be disappearing from—major retailers and specialty stores across North America and online at Amazon and tonies.com. The Spookley Tonie is appropriate for children ages 3+. The Spookley Tonie features 25 audio tracks that combine songs from the popular Spookley movies and animated music videos with a brand-new story from Spookley himself of the amazing things that happened to him since the day he arrived at Holiday Hill Farm — especially just before Halloween that year. Along their audio journey, kids can dance to popular songs such as “The Transylvania Twist” and “The Boo Song,” and learn the importance of self-acceptance, friendship and empathy.