Sony Bets on a Global Mascot to Rival Hello Kitty
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Sony Creative Products is developing an original character IP, with Nemu the Night Owl Bear among early contenders, to anchor universal merchandise and multimedia ventures and compete with Hello Kitty, a move projected to reach about $62.8 million in annual sales by 2030. A dedicated team formed in 2025 is collaborating with creators inside and outside Sony, with plans for toys, apparel, an anime adaptation, and broader applications tied to Sony’s Generative AI initiatives.
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