News

US Toy Fair 2020 to host inaugural Student Congress event

The day will feature networking, an industry panel session and a creativity workshop hosted by Mojo Nation’s Billy Langsworthy and Deej Johnson.

Spin Master teams with Netflix for Mighty Express, a new show from Paw Patrol creator Keith Chapman

Debuting on Netflix this September, Mighty Express features an ensemble cast of trains and kids in ‘an expansive world with amazing adventures’.

Mojo Nation Academy to help usher in new wave of toy design talent with how-to guides, internship schemes and pitching initiatives

Aimed at students on product design and illustration courses, recent graduates and those new to the toy industry, the Mojo Nation Academy will be a brand new addition to the Mojo Nation website.

Digital Dream Labs acquires Anki assets – including Cozmo, Vector and Overdrive – following firm’s closure last year

“The opportunity to acquire exclusive ownership of Cozmo, Vector, and Overdrive fit perfectly into our mission and purpose driven culture,” said Matt Goren, Chief Marketing Officer at Digital Dream Labs.

Blue Orange celebrates 20th anniversary with 20 new games

New line-up includes games from designers including Ken Gruhl, Bruno Faidutti and Brett J. Gilbert.

Designers behind Sagrada and Sinister Six launch new game development hub, Evergreen Studio

‘Each of our games will be built upon the foundation of these values: eco and environmentally friendly, inclusive for all gamers, and aesthetically and mechanically beautiful,’ read a statement from the team.

Mattel launches eco-friendly bio-based Mega Bloks line

“Creating a more sustainable world is important to our team, our company and our consumers, and our first construction line derived from bio-based plastics is an example of this,” said MEGA SVP Bisma Ansari.

LEGO debuts new arts and crafts brand, LEGO DOTS

Initial DOTS lines include wearable bracelets and room décor items like photo cubes, picture frames and pencil holders.

US toy market sees sales dip 4% in 2019 to $20.9bn

“2019 was one of the more complicated years to get a good read on toy industry health,” said Juli Lennett, vice president and industry advisor, Toys, The NPD Group.

LEGO debuts new inventor platform, the Innovation Intake Portal

New online portal allows inventors to submit ideas for new play concepts to LEGO.

Stay up to date with the latest news, interviews and opinions with our weekly newsletter
Back to top arro

Sign Up

Enter your details to receive Mojo updates & news.