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Tag: Licensing

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Funrise and BBC Studios Expand Bluey Into the RC Toy Category for 2027

  • by Global Toy News
  • Posted on November 6, 2026November 4, 2026

Global Toy News InsightFunrise is expanding its licensed toy portfolio through a new partnership with…

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  • Press Release

Going the Distance: Rocky Proves the Lasting Power of Nostalgia Licensing

  • by Global Toy News
  • Posted on November 3, 2026November 3, 2026

Global Toy News InsightCardsmiths’ launch of officially licensed Rocky 50th Anniversary trading cards demonstrates how…

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  • Press Release

PAW Patrol Proves the Power of Building a Franchise Beyond the Toy Aisle

  • by Global Toy News
  • Posted on October 30, 2026October 29, 2026

Global Toy News InsightThe announcement of a fourth PAW Patrol feature film, scheduled for 2029,…

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  • Press Release

The Power of Peanuts — Why Timeless Licensing Extends Far Beyond the Toy Aisle

  • by Global Toy News
  • Posted on October 29, 2026

Global Toy News InsightPentel’s new collaboration with Peanuts demonstrates why iconic intellectual properties remain some…

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  • Collaboration

Lovevery Proves That the Next Big Opportunity in Toys May Be the Smallest Moments

  • by Global Toy News
  • Posted on October 29, 2026

Global Toy News InsightLovevery’s new Mini Kits collection highlights an important shift in toy innovation:…

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  • Experiential Play

Care Bears Brings Care-A-Lot to Life with First-Ever Experiential Café in Mexico

  • by Global Toy News
  • Posted on October 28, 2026October 28, 2026

Global Toy News InsightCare Bears is taking its beloved brand beyond the toy aisle with…

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  • Animation

From Playroom to Screen: MAGNA-TILES Launches Animated Series

  • by Global Toy News
  • Posted on October 22, 2026

Global Toy News InsightThe launch of MAGNA-TALES, the first original animated series from MAGNA-TILES, represents…

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  • Press Release

Spin Master Builds a Horror Powerhouse with Paramount Partnership

  • by Global Toy News
  • Posted on October 22, 2026

Global Toy News InsightSpin Master’s expansion of its Hellbreak trading card game through a new…

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  • Press Release

Burger King Taps Into Collectibles Trend With Hello Kitty Mystery Toys

  • by Global Toy News
  • Posted on October 19, 2026October 20, 2026

Global Toy News InsightBurger King’s partnership with Sanrio to introduce Hello Kitty and Friends toys…

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  • Toy World UK

John Baulch The Friday Blog: Sorting Fact from Fiction

  • by Guest Author
  • Posted on October 16, 2026October 16, 2026

It seems to be the season of speculation – there are lots of ‘ifs, buts…

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  • Board Games

From Dinosaur Park to Family Game Night: A New Approach to Toy Marketing

  • by Global Toy News
  • Posted on October 15, 2026

Global Toy News InsightThe Op Games’ partnership with Ogden Dinosaur Park demonstrates how toy and…

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  • Press Release

Beyond the Toy Aisle: Hello Kitty’s Latest Licensing Move

  • by Global Toy News
  • Posted on October 15, 2026October 15, 2026

Global Toy News InsightSanrio’s return to Las Vegas with F1 ACADEMY highlights the growing importance…

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  • Hot Wheels

Mattel Expands Automotive Licensing with Nissan Skyline GT-R Building Set

  • by Global Toy News
  • Posted on October 13, 2026

Mattel Brick Shop and Hot Wheels bring Nissan’s legendary 1971 Skyline 2000GT-R to the construction…

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  • Contest

LEGO’s Star Wars and Marvel Crossover Shows the Power of Fan-Driven Licensing

  • by Global Toy News
  • Posted on October 12, 2026October 15, 2026

Global Toy News InsightThe LEGO Group’s decision to bring Star Wars and Marvel together through…

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  • Press Release

Beyond the Toy Aisle: M&M’S and Marvel Showcase the Power of Licensing

  • by Global Toy News
  • Posted on October 8, 2026

Global Toy News InsightMars and The Walt Disney Company are bringing their global M&M’S and…

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  • Apparel

Squishmallows Steps Into Streetwear with VANDYTHEPINK Collaboration

  • by Global Toy News
  • Posted on October 5, 2026

Global Toy News InsightJazwares is continuing to position Squishmallows as a lifestyle property rather than…

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  • Press Release

Toybox Adds Harry Potter to Its Licensed 3D Printing Platform

  • by Global Toy News
  • Posted on October 5, 2026

Global Toy News InsightToybox’s expansion of its partnership with Warner Bros. Discovery Global Consumer Products…

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  • Press Release

Spin Master and Universal Expand Partnership with Multi-Property Plush Deal

  • by Global Toy News
  • Posted on September 25, 2026

Global Toy News InsightSpin Master and Universal are expanding a 16-year licensing relationship with a…

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