Talking Brands: Disney is embracing trading card games with Lorcana and Star Wars: Unlimited… What other brands might thrive in this area?

James Wallis, Jude Coram and Ben Townsend share their picks of brands ripe for the TCG treatment.

Z2 Comics readies Miles Davis graphic novel, Miles Davis and the Search for Sound

“Each page brings the energy of his music to life with the same kinetic fluidity of Miles’ compositions,” said Z2 Editor-in-Chief, Rantz Hoseley.

Uniqlo reveals UT Grand Prix winning designs

The themes for this year’s t-shirt design competition were Disney, Pixar, Star Wars and Marvel.

Cult Corner: What might fans of The Prisoner look for in newly licensed products?

Fans of The Prisoner aren’t young in age or huge in number… But what might they want to buy?

Nominations now open for Brands Untapped 100: 2023 Edition

The publication, celebrating designers, studios and creative leaders within licensing, launches on October 4th at this year’s Brand Licensing Europe show.

Karen Addison on bringing the art of Norman Thelwell into giftware, colouring books and equestrian products

As an exhibition of his work lands in London’s Cartoon Museum, Karen Addison of Karen Addison Associates discusses opportunities around the Norman Thelwell brand.

Tommy Hilfiger debuts Andy Warhol collection

Warhol’s Sunset and Lobster prints form the focus of the collection.

ARTiSTORY to handle global licensing push for The British Library

“The Library’s rich and varied collection is for everyone and we are looking forward to sharing it with more people across the world through these creative products and innovative projects,” said Caroline Brown, The British Library’s Head of Commercial Services.

J Smith Esquire creates Scrabble Crown to mark game’s 75th anniversary

The Scrabble Crown was constructed over 153 hours, with jewels, crystals and gold beading complementing 319 Scrabble tiles.

Swarovski and Marvel unite for jewellery range and home collection

“Both brands have a rich heritage, long-standing legacy and are loved by customers all around the world – making this the perfect collaboration,” said Peter Widmann, Head of B2B, collaboration & licensing at Swarovski.

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