Iconic toy maker ‘capitalizing’ on new industry trends: ‘Game play is here to stay’ Fallout: Could Amazon’s show turn TV viewers into gamers? deadmau5, TOYMAK3RS Launch New Collectible Clip-On Plush ‘Bluey’ Isn’t Done Yet: New Episode Follows “The Sign” TikTok ‘ban’ passes in the House again The junk food industry is targeting our children ..read more

Sometimes we have some readers that are mainly interested in specific areas of the Toy Industry (for example, board games) so we have decided to curate a select few articles in various categories that you may be interested in. You have may seen these “News” sections in our email newsletter and now you can see them on our website as well. If there are any categories that you want to see added, please let us know! Are video games coming for the novel? Video game remakes: Playing nostalgia Why are thousands of video game workers losing their jobs? No, We Are Absolutely Not Tipping Video Game Co ..read more

In memory of our dear friend and colleague Richard Gottlieb, the University of Richmond has announced the Richard Gottlieb Toy Entrepreneurship Grant. Attracting more young people to this dynamic industry was one of Richard’s passions. Working with the Toy Foundation, this program will kick off next year. Richard’s family friends announced the program in an open letter, which follows: Dear Industry Friends: The world of toys and play was Richard Gottlieb’s passion. Sadly, he passed away in October 2023 from ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig’s Disease. As a family, we have decided to purposefully ..read more

Disney to overhaul Disney+ streaming service with TV channels How Neopets’ nostalgic revival tripled users in six months Lego is about more than just kids’ toys—adults are proving lucrative for the Danish company’s $9.7 billion sales Mattel and Heinz Team Up for Barbiecue Sauce Coachella creator and influencer trends, marketing trends: April 16, 2024 Warner Bros. Discovery bets on Roblox with new games ..read more

14 Upcoming Movies Based On Mattel Toys Releasing After Barbie The McDonald’s Toy Fact That May Come As A Surprise ‘Joker 2’ Trailer Launches to 167 Million Views in 24 Hours, Giving Warner Bros. It’s Biggest and Most Talked About Trailer Since ‘Barbie’ (EXCLUSIVE) YouTube TV challenged cable by doing one simple thing — imitating it Kids’ classic Yo Gabba Gabba! to be rebooted by AppleTV+ this summer Mystic Moose and WowWee Join Forces To Create Planet Mojo Toys Connected to Blockchain ..read more

Exclusive: PMI brings Creature Cases to lifeToy World Magazine | The business magazine with a passion for toys DTC Surprise: The MGA Shop is Open for Business BBC launches a branded hub on Roblox YouTube Enables Creators to Curate Products, Build Virtual Store Playview Brands Appoints Keith Gammon as its Strategic Sales Lead EXG Pro opens LA showroom as 2024 line-up revealed ..read more

K.C. Bugg, Psy.D. is a licensed clinical psychologist in New York and California with over 20 years of experience. He specializes in neuropsychological evaluations for learning differences, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and dementia. Dr. Bugg also provides psychotherapy to individuals of all ages. He earned his doctorate from the Fuller School of Psychology in 2005 and is a member of the American Psychological Association and the New York Psychological Association. In 2015, Dr. Bugg relocated from Pasadena, CA, to New York to experience all the city offers. He has since established a group ..read more

New York, NY, April 9, 2024 – Azhelle Wade, known in the toy industry as “The Toy Coach,” has officially unveiled her latest initiative, ToyCourses.com. This innovative online platform is designed to democratize access to the toy industry’s secrets, fostering the next generation of inventors, designers, and entrepreneurs through comprehensive educational online programs and communities. With an illustrious career spanning over a decade, Azhelle Wade has cemented her position as a leading educational authority in the toy and game industry. Her new venture, ToyCourses.com, builds on the legacy ..read more

The question I am asked repeatedly by journalists, columnists, relatives at Easter dinner, is how is AI going to transform the toy business? They are not asking questions about enhanced design capabilities, more efficiently targeted marketing, or manufacturing advances—all of which are in the pipeline in a variety of industries. No, they want to know if play will be materially changed by the advent of AI. My answer to date has been curmudgeonly (somewhat) one for the simple reason that you cannot simulate the development of a child’s brain through any technology. What we’ve observed over yea ..read more

Our pal: Sharon Price John Build-A-Bear CEO Sharon John has driven the evolution of ⁠Build-A-Bear⁠ from a vertical retailer to a global toy company with legions of followers. And as she says, it was built, “One heart ceremony at a time.” But it’s the savvy combination of data and heart that have make this company the iconic success it is today. In our conversation, Sharon talks about the company’s growth and why it’s so much more than bears (and bunnies and hedgehogs.) Sharon is one of those amazing toy industry people who brings her entire self to the industry. She’s a quant with an imaginati ..read more