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Spin Master sues Mattel for patent infringement over Mecard toys
Spin Master claims Mattel’s Mecard toys infringe on at least two of Spin Master’s patents associated with its Bakugan toys.
Amazon debuts kid-friendly version of Alexa
Alexa will provide more educational answers to questions, praise kids for saying ‘please’ and ‘thank you’ and boast strict privacy controls.
Character Group details solid performance in half-year results
Despite a revenue dip on the same period in 2017, Character’s UK domestic sales achieved record levels in January and February 2018.
Entertoyment joins Mojo Pitch 2018
“Although we are a tiny player in the toy arena, we feel it is our duty to support an event which encourages creativity and innovation,” said Entertoyment director Josep Pastor.
Toys R Us liquidation hits Hasbro’s Q1 2018 results
Hasbro’s net revenues for the first quarter 2018 decreased 16 per cent to $716.3m.
Mattel appoints Ynon Kreiz as new CEO
Margo Georgiadis has left Mattel to take on the role of CEO at Ancestry.
Cocktails, networking and a lively quiz: book your spot at Mojo Nation’s Summer Party
Mojo Nation is bringing London’s best (and most raucous) music quiz to the toy and game design community on Wednesday, June 13th.
Character team to take on mammoth cycling challenges for The Toy Trust
The challenge: 50 miles through the Chiltern Hills, followed by 50km round London, through the night, on the same day.
Spin Master joins Mojo Pitch 2018
“Spin Master is excited to be partnering with Mojo Nation this year and looking forward to meeting with the UK’s most talented top designers and toy inventors at the 2018 Pitch event,” said David Winter, inventor relations at Spin Master.
Adults spent £383m on toys for themselves in 2017, states NPD
£1 in every £9 spent on toys is adults buying toys for themselves.