Mattel details leadership reorganisation, with Roberto Stanichi promoted to EVP and Chief Global Brand Officer

“Roberto has driven the Vehicles category to new heights, embodying the Hot Wheels ‘challenger spirit’ and consistently leading with an enterprise mindset,” said Ynon Kreiz, Chairman and CEO of Mattel.

Nominations now open for Mojo Nation 100: 2026 Edition

The deadline to send in your nominations is Friday, November 21st.

Craft Buddy to launch Fuzzballs Crystal Art ranges

“Fuzzballs is a fantastic addition to our licensing line-up, and our first foray into kawaii pop culture,” said Gary Wadhwani, Co-Founder of Craft Buddy.

Image Comics readies Ice Cream Man ‘one shot’ told through playing cards

Ice Cream Man: The Mortal Coil Shuffle is a custom-designed deck of cards – some will tell part of the story, other will cast spells on unwitting characters.

Days of Wonder launches Star Wars: Battle of Hoth board game

The game is based on co-designer Richard Borg’s Command & Colour system – seen in titles like Memoir ’44 and Battle Cry.

Funko readies KPop Demon Hunters Pop! vinyl figures

The collection includes figures of HUNTR/X bandmates Rumi, Mira and Zoey, as well as Saja Boys frontman Jinu.

MGA Entertainment launches L.O.L. Surprise! Loves Care Bears dolls

“L.O.L. Surprise! is all about big reveals and even bigger smiles, and teaming up with Care Bears delivers both in the most colourful way possible,” said Josh Hackbarth, Chief Marketing Officer at MGA Entertainment.

Toniebox 2 paves way for “a new chapter of innovation”, says tonies

“Toniebox 2 is much more than just an updated version of the original – its interactive design lets even the youngest children take control of their play with simple, intuitive gestures,” said Tobias Wann, CEO of tonies.

Global Merchandising Services and Mattel give Backstreet Boys the Little People treatment

“This is one of the most dynamic brand programs we’ve seen for a music residency,” said Mary Kean, Director of Licensing, Global Merchandising Services.

Toho International teams with The Op Games for Clue: Godzilla

Players must find out where Godzilla’s son is being kept, what evil group orchaestrated the kidnapping, and who is holding him hostage.

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