Spin Master Introduces PAW Patrol: The Mighty Movie Toy Collection

Spin Master Corp, the leading global children’s entertainment company behind the global phenomenon PAW Patrol, officially unveils their toy collection for the franchise’s upcoming second feature film PAW Patrol: The Mighty Movie, a Spin Master Entertainment production, produced in association with Nickelodeon Movies and Paramount Pictures. “Packed with jaw-dropping transformations, the PAW Patrol: The Mighty Movie toy collection will spark limitless imaginative play,” said Chris Beardall, Spin Master’s President of Toys and Chief Commercial Officer. “Our team of toy experts have brought the on-screen adventures of the pups to life, blending impressive features with intuitive mechanisms tailored for little hands, ensuring an unforgettable playtime experience.”

Warner Bros Discovery Partners with Ten Rising Artists for ‘Artist Series Collection’ Merchandise

As part of the yearlong centennial celebration for the 100th anniversary of Warner Bros Studios, Warner Bros Discovery Global Brands, Franchises, and Experiences (WBDGBFE) has launched its Artist Series Collection bringing together a remarkable group of diverse visual storytellers from around the world to reinterpret iconic Warner Bros stories and characters and celebrate their fandom through their art. Inspired by their favorite Warner Bros film and TV shows, the artists put their own unique twist on each piece to create something totally unique in their signature style. The full collection of the highly-collectible, limited-edition home goods, fashions, and accessories featuring the original artwork has launched on WB Shop (wbshop.com) and DC Shop (shop.dc.com). Artist products can also be found here, with additional items coming later this year from retailers around the world including BoxLunch, NAOKO, WB UK Shop, Cicero, Factorie, and more. Additionally, a new wave of anniversary products and experiences, including WB Shop’s “Modern Era Collection,” is available for fans to enjoy.

Kylie Jenner Is Welcomed into the Bratz Pack as the Brand Launches Celebrity Bratz Collection

MGA Entertainment (MGA), one of the largest and fastest-growing privately held toy and entertainment companies in the world, has announced a collaboration between its popular fashion doll brand Bratz and star and entrepreneur, Kylie Jenner. Together, the generation-defining duo is launching the first-ever celebrity Bratz collection that reimagines the pop culture queen herself as a Bratz doll. Beginning with the new Mini Bratz x Kylie Collectibles, the full line will be released over the coming weeks. The Bratz x Kylie collection gives Kylie the classic Bratz treatment, while also pulling inspiration from her personal style and most iconic fashion moments.

First Ever “Blue Beetle” Global Merchandise Collection Inspired by Upcoming DC Movie Arrives

Warner Bros Discovery Global Consumer Products (WBDGCP) and DC invite everyone into the world of comic book fan-favorite, Blue Beetle, with a new merchandise collection inspired by the upcoming action adventure from Warner Bros Pictures. Fans will be able to make their own symbiotic connection with a wide range of “Blue Beetle” products from global partners like Funko, Spin Master, McFarlane Toys, and more. “Blue Beetle” zooms into North American theaters August 18.

Disney, Pokémon, Mattel and More Named License Global’s Top Global Licensors in 2023 Report

License Global has reveals its highly anticipated annual study, The Top Global Licensors report. This year’s report totaled $273.4 billion in retail sales of licensed consumer products in 2022, with over 40 brands in the report seeing collective growth of more than $26 billion. The annual Top Global Licensors report collects global retail sales of licensed consumer products and experiences from the biggest global brands spanning sectors such as entertainment, sports, gaming, toys, corporate brands, fashion and apparel, among several other categories.

WIT Announces 2023 Wonder Women Awards Finalists

Women in Toys, Licensing & Entertainment (WIT) proudly reveals the highly anticipated slate of finalists for the prestigious 2023 Wonder Women Awards. This esteemed recognition honors outstanding female executives, thought leaders, entrepreneurs and change-makers, whose exceptional accomplishments have made a profound impact on the toy, licensing and entertainment industries.

Nxt Gen Appoints EVP of Sales & Licensing

Nxt Gen Brand Marketing, a global Licensing Agency, is pleased to announce they have appointed Richard Glassman as the EVP of Sales. Glassman, brings over 30 years of experience in the Toy Industry as V.P. Licensing, Marketing and Product Development with leading Toy, Novelty and Entertainment companies located in the US, Hong Kong, and the U.K. This latest addition comes as Nxt Gen Brand Marketing continues to strengthen their overall merchandising programs, with an emphasis on Toys, Novelties, Gaming, Publishing and more, for the upcoming August 2023 launch of “Creepy Candy”. An exciting new kid’s animated series from Toonz Media and Leadbelly Productions soon to be streaming on YouTube and YT Kids. Glassman will also play a key role with other Next Gen clients’ brands.

The Licensing Awards: The 2023 Finalists in Full

The Licensing Awards has once again attracted a phenomenal number of entries and nominations for 2023 across all the categories. Some 3,500 products were entered across the 11 Product awards categories, with the finalists being arrived at by some 250 retail buyers across the whole gamut of licensed and consumer products. These included executives from Tesco, Asda, Marks & Spencer, TruffleShuffle, My 1st Years, Card Factory, FatFace, Moonpig, TJ Morris, Next, Paultons Park, DFS, Character.com, The Works, HMV, The Entertainer, Fraser Group, Ted Baker, Vanilla Underground, Lakeland, Morrisons, JoJo Maman Bébé, Home Bargains, Sainsbury’s, Specsavers and B&M Stores.

Hasbro and Xplored Announce Strategic Partnership to Revolutionize Board Games

Hasbro, an industry leader in toys and games, and Xplored, an innovator in gaming technology, have reached a strategic partnership to transform board games through the integration of smart-sensing technology, and dynamic multimedia content. Under the terms of the agreement, Xplored will collaborate with Hasbro to develop a new tabletop platform that integrates digital and physical play for fans around the world. Xplored’s technology connects physical and digital worlds, keeping players focused on the game they’re playing while the system intelligently resolves rules and character behaviors, and provides innovative gameplay, new scenarios and ever-changing storytelling events. The technology allows players to learn by playing with no rulebook needed, save games to resume later, enables remote gameplay, and offers features like immersive contextual sound and connected dice. Just play, and the game senses every move.