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Tag: Toy Licensing

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Could Wizz Be the Toy Aisle’s Next Breakout Character?

  • by Global Toy News
  • Posted on September 2, 2026

Global Toy News InsightThe North American arrival of Do Not Watch This Show is another…

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  • Hot Wheels

Hot Wheels Taps Maluma, Supercar Blondie & Lewandowski for Global Legends

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

Global Toy News InsightHot Wheels is expanding beyond traditional automotive culture by turning its newest…

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  • AI

Spin Master’s Hapiko Deal Signals the Next Evolution of AI-Powered Play

  • by Global Toy News
  • Posted on August 17, 2026August 19, 2026

Global Toy News InsightSpin Master’s planned acquisition of Hapiko is more than an expansion of…

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  • Press Release

From Toy Aisles to Stadiums: BDA Expands the Reach of Iconic IP

  • by Global Toy News
  • Posted on August 12, 2026August 11, 2026

Global Toy News InsightBDA’s addition of Care Bears, Popeye and PAC-MAN to its sports and…

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  • Posts by Miguel Ortuno

More Than a Doll: Whitney Houston Barbie Shows the Power of Legacy, Nostalgia and Cultural Connection

  • by Blue Bot Advertising
  • Posted on August 10, 2026

Article by Miguel Ortuno, Blue Bot Advertising | Global Toy News Mattel has added another…

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  • Press Release

Two Legacy Brands, One Fresh Play Strategy: Hasbro Meets Yes & Know

  • by Global Toy News
  • Posted on August 8, 2026August 10, 2026

Global Toy News InsightTree Town Toys’ collaboration with Hasbro shows how legacy brands can create…

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  • Neurodivergent Voices in Play

Building Brand Ecosystems: Why Strategic Partnerships Are Becoming a Competitive Advantage in the Toy Industry

  • by Pink Poodle Productions
  • Posted on August 7, 2026

Article by Marlene Sharp | Pink Poodle ProductionsThis article is part of the Neurodivergent Voices…

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  • Barbie

Mattel and Angel Reese Show the Expanding Power of Athlete-Driven IP

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

Global Toy News InsightMattel’s collaboration with WNBA star Angel Reese demonstrates how today’s most successful…

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  • Contest

Build-a-bear Workshop Celebrates Harry Potterâ„¢’s Birthday With Enchanting New Collection And Fan Giveaway

  • by Global Toy News
  • Posted on August 1, 2026August 3, 2026

Global Toy News InsightBuild-A-Bear’s latest expansion of its Harry Potter collection demonstrates how evergreen entertainment…

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  • Press Release

From YouTube to the Toy Aisle: Toys and Colors Launches First-Ever Toy Line

  • by Global Toy News
  • Posted on July 23, 2026

Global Toy News InsightThe launch of the first Toys and Colors toy line is a…

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  • Board Games

Maestro Media Brings Award-Winning Ghost Blitz to North America in New Partnership with Zoch Verlag

  • by Global Toy News
  • Posted on July 23, 2026

Global Toy News InsightFrom a B2B perspective, Maestro Media’s partnership with Zoch Verlag is a…

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  • Food and Drink

Gotta Go Fast! Wendy’s Brings Sonic the Hedgehogâ„¢ Kids’ Meal to the U.S. this Summer

  • by Global Toy News
  • Posted on July 20, 2026July 20, 2026

Global Toy News InsightThe arrival of a Sonic the Hedgehog Kids’ Meal at Wendy’s is…

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  • Press Release

Punchbowl® and Jazwares Team Up to Launch Squishmallows Online Invitation Collection

  • by Global Toy News
  • Posted on July 17, 2026

Global Toy News Insight This collaboration highlights how toy brands can extend their IP beyond…

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  • Hot Wheels

7-Eleven, Inc. and Mattel Team Up for a Turbocharged Collab for a Limited-Edition Hot Wheels Collectible Car

  • by Global Toy News
  • Posted on July 16, 2026

Global Toy News Insight The latest collaboration between 7-Eleven and Mattel demonstrates how toy companies…

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  • Press Release

Scotch™ Brand launches Scotch Kids® Tape for young creators

  • by Global Toy News
  • Posted on July 14, 2026July 16, 2026

Global Toy News Insight The launch of Scotch Kids Tape is a strong example of…

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  • Press Release

Hasbro Introduces Blooms by Play-Doh, A New Creative Experience Designed for Adults

  • by Global Toy News
  • Posted on July 13, 2026July 16, 2026

Global Toy News Insight The launch of Blooms by Play-Doh represents an interesting evolution for…

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  • Insights

The FIFA Effect Is Bigger Than the Tournament—It’s a Long-Term Opportunity for the Toy Industry

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

Article by Miguel Ortuno | Blue Bot Advertising The excitement surrounding the 2026 FIFA World…

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  • Press Release

Bratz x Rodarte Shows Premium Fashion Is Becoming a Growth Engine for Collectibles

  • by Global Toy News
  • Posted on July 1, 2026July 2, 2026

Global Toy News InsightLuxury fashion partnerships are evolving beyond marketing moments into strategic brand-building tools…

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