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Infowars founder Alex Jones livestreams shirtless to denounce The Onion’s licensing deal to acquire Infowars’ brand and IP as part of the brand’s bankruptcy process. The Onion would pay $81,000 a month for six months (with an option to extend) and Tim Heidecker is attached as Infowars’ creative director; the deal still requires court approval, after Jones’ defamation lawsuits helped drive Infowars into bankruptcy.
Nvidia's strategic licensing agreement with AI startup Groq, including key personnel hires, aims to strengthen its position in AI inference technology, signaling a shift from training to inference workloads and potentially expanding Nvidia's market dominance. The deal, which keeps Groq independent, is viewed positively by analysts as a move to address market share concerns and diversify Nvidia's AI offerings.
Nvidia is planning to acquire top staff from AI chip start-up Groq through a licensing deal, highlighting strategic moves in the AI hardware industry.
The canceled wrestling drama "Heels" has been licensed to Netflix by Lionsgate Worldwide Television Distribution, giving the streaming platform nonexclusive rights to the two-season, 16-episode series. While Netflix has not renewed the show, there is potential for a revival if it performs well on the platform. However, logistical challenges may arise due to the lead actors' commitments to other projects. This deal reflects Netflix's strategy of licensing "gently used" programming and its increasing focus on sports and "sports adjacent" content.
Universal Music Group has expanded its strategic relationship with Spotify, allowing for new promotional and social tools for UMG artists on the platform, as well as the distribution of music videos in the US through a new agreement with Universal Music Publishing Group. This comes after Universal's licensing dispute with TikTok, which led to the loss of UMG's catalog on the app. The new deal with Spotify aims to enhance engagement and monetization opportunities for artists and songwriters, with features such as teasers for upcoming music releases and plans for additional tools to drive fan interaction and discoverability.
Minute Media, the owner of The Players’ Tribune, has secured a 10-year licensing deal with Authentic Brands Group to operate Sports Illustrated, ensuring the continuation of the magazine's print edition. The deal includes an option to extend for up to 30 years and involves Authentic Brands Group taking a stake in Minute Media. The move comes after months of turmoil at Sports Illustrated and will see Minute Media expanding the magazine's global publishing operations and rehiring some laid-off employees. CEO Asaf Peled plans to maintain the magazine's tradition of in-depth journalism while focusing on short-form sports content creation for mobile devices.
Hasbro has earned approximately $90 million from the critically acclaimed video game Baldur’s Gate 3 since its August release through a licensing deal with Belgian developer Larian Studios, which utilized the Dungeons & Dragons property owned by Hasbro subsidiary Wizards of the Coast. The game has garnered overwhelmingly positive reviews and sold millions of copies across various platforms, with sales expected to continue through 2024, albeit at a slower pace.
Jack Antonoff, a producer who frequently collaborates with Taylor Swift, criticized Universal Music Group's decision to pull its song catalog from TikTok after failing to reach a new licensing deal, calling it "ass-backwards." UMG accused TikTok of proposing to pay artists and songwriters at a fraction of the rate that other major social platforms pay, while TikTok responded by accusing UMG of prioritizing greed over the interests of artists and songwriters. The issue has sparked a debate within the music industry, with artists expressing concern for developing artists and hoping for a resolution.
Universal Music Group is expected to remove its artists' music from TikTok due to concerns over a subpar licensing deal, AI-generated music flooding the platform, and inadequate compensation for performers and songwriters. UMG accuses TikTok of attempting to bully and intimidate them into accepting unfavorable terms, while TikTok claims UMG is prioritizing greed over the interests of artists and songwriters. UMG's CEO has warned about the potential havoc unregulated AI-generated music could wreak on the industry, and the label has also raised concerns about the safety and legitimacy of its artists in the face of AI technology.
Kristin Juszczyk, wife of NFL player Kyle Juszczyk, has reached a licensing agreement with the NFL to use league and team logos on her viral custom jersey-themed outfits, gaining attention after pop star Taylor Swift wore one of her designs. The deal comes just before the Super Bowl, where Kristin will showcase her latest designs.
Universal Music Group is set to remove its song catalog from TikTok on January 31 after failing to reach a new licensing agreement with the platform. In an open letter, UMG cited issues of fair compensation for artists and songwriters, protection from AI-generated content, and online safety. TikTok responded, accusing UMG of prioritizing greed over the interests of their artists and songwriters, while UMG criticized TikTok for not addressing its obligations as a social platform. This move will impact TikTok users and their ability to use songs from top-tier talent in their videos.
Kristin Juszczyk, wife of 49ers fullback Kyle Juszczyk, has secured a licensing deal with the NFL for her men’s and women’s apparel designs after gaining attention from celebrities like Taylor Swift and Brittany Mahomes. Her custom creations, including puffer jackets and reworked clothing, have garnered significant social media attention, leading to a surge in followers. With aspirations to expand her design business, Kristin aims to offer unique and stylish options for NFL fans beyond traditional jerseys and T-shirts.
Kristin Juszczyk, the designer behind Taylor Swift's viral custom puffer jacket, has secured a licensing deal with the NFL, allowing her to use official NFL logos on her future designs. Her work gained attention when Swift wore a jacket inspired by Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce's jersey, and she has also created custom jackets for other sports figures. Juszczyk's husband, a 49ers fullback, will face off against Swift's boyfriend, a Chiefs player, in Super Bowl 58.
Kristin Juszczyk, wife of 49ers star Kyle Juszczyk, has secured a licensing deal with the NFL to use their logos on her custom clothing designs after her creations, notably worn by Taylor Swift and other celebrities, went viral. The deal allows her to feature NFL team logos on men's and women's clothing, marking a significant milestone for her brand after years of hard work.
Kristin Juszczyk, wife of 49ers player Kyle Juszczyk, has been granted a license by the NFL to use the league's marks in her apparel designs after her custom jacket for Taylor Swift went viral. The jacket, made from Travis Kelce's and Patrick Mahomes' Chiefs jerseys, gained attention when Swift and Brittany Mahomes wore them. Juszczyk's designs have also been worn by Simone Biles, Olivia Culpo, and others. With the Super Bowl approaching, Juszczyk's marketing opportunities are expected to soar.