The Toy Association™ distributed an email to all members on December 17 sharing a new resource that summarizes how to seek potential refunds of International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) tariffs.

According to the National Retail Federation’s latest survey, a record-breaking 158.9 million consumers plan to shop on Super Saturday.

The debtor-in-possession lender in the Diamond Comic Distributors bankruptcy is requiring Diamond to convert the bankruptcy from Chapter 11 to a Chapter 7 liquidation.

Character Group's outlook remains positive, with its strong portfolio of brands to be supplemented with a host of new additions and extensions at London Toy Fair.  

US President Donald Trump’s tariff regime is reconfiguring global trade flows and reshaping how businesses around the world work with their American counterparts.

From toys that support kids’ social-emotional health to collectibles that fuel the thrill of the chase, this holiday season’s hottest trends in toys and play are taking shape across the 2026 Toy of the Year® (TOTY®) finalists.

A touring exhibition celebrating Lung Ka-sing’s The Monsters, which birthed the popular Labubu, has come to Hong Kong.

Pokémon, LEGO, Labubu, and sports icons shaped the collectibles landscape as nostalgia and social trends fueled demand worldwide.

Sometimes the best gifts are all about having fun. From kid-approved posable figures to family-night games, these popular gifts are exciting and entertaining for both kids and the young-at-heart.

Teddy Ruxpin, which was the hottest selling toy in 1985, would cost over $200 if it debuted on the market today.

It’s the end of the year and although there are still plenty of shipments departing China, the bulk volume of exports happened far earlier this year.

Injection molding is exactly what it sounds like. It involves the process of melting a solid material, injecting it into a mold, and then letting it cool down and harden back into a solid.

Homebrew designs and fan-made rules and variants have been part of hobby board gaming for as long as the pastime has existed - and some publishers have leaned into utilising design work from fans in their published games.

Nicola Bradbury, EYFS teacher at Moulton Primary School in Northampton, was chosen as the winner for the national Numberblocks competition.

For the third year in a row, the Mattel Children’s Foundation donated 1,000 toys to children and families across the Hartford HealthCare system, 100 of these toys arriving at Hartford Hospital.

December is always a time for reflection and planning. On one hand, we close chapters; on the other, we develop new strategies and decide what to do in the coming months.

Board games are back, and they're bringing people together in ways screens never could.

Even as toymakers are hoping for sales to pick up in the last few days before the holiday, there is an alarming trend that may not impact 2025 sales but is likely to hit 2026 and beyond.

Listen in as James Zahn of The Toy Book and Toy Insider, John Baulch of Toy World UK, and host Chris Byrne have their 7th annual End-of-Year Chat.

The countdown is on! The HKTDC Hong Kong Toys & Games Fair is unveiling its brand new Pop & Play — the ultimate showcase of the world’s hottest pop toy trends, IPs, collectibles, and collaborations, where imagination meets opportunity.

Wham-O’s Fencing Swords set let wannabe Fencers practice sword fighting.

Watch Dave from Lucky Penny Shop demonstrates the Touché game from Gabriel.

Released in 1964, Mattel’s V-RROOM Guide-Whip Racer (#0589) was a manually powered vehicle designed to simulate the sound and feel of real speedway racing without batteries.

Published in 1971 by Whitman, Heckle and Jeckle’s Ski Trail Game was a spin-and-move race in which players competed to be the first to reach the finish line at the bottom of the ski hill.

This vintage non-sports trading card is often referred to as Batman's "Rookie Card" because it is his very first Topps card that was part of the 1966 "Black Bat" set.

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences signed a multiyear deal with Google-owned YouTube to stream the Oscars globally starting in 2029.

A first look at the upcoming live-action Street Fighter movie reboot from Capcom and Legendary Pictures has been released.

A new teaser trailer for The Muppet Show Disney Plus special has revealed that the much-anticipated reunion will air on Feb. 4, 2026.

2026 is expected to be another year of strong growth for Lisciani, which will expand its product offer and renew its partnership with AB Gee.

P&C Toys' range offers a wide variety of products and licences, bringing an opportunity to develop domestic distribution. KAP Toys and P&C Toys will work together in 2026 to support their mutual business interests in the UK & Ireland.

The Fuggler brand will be brought to life in Wow! Stuff’s Puppetronics format, combining traditional hand-controlled puppetry with leading-edge electronics to create the most expressive Fugglers ever seen.

The Dragon Ball collection includes two licensed models inspired by iconic locations from the beloved anime series.

To commemorate John Cena's iconic 17 year career in the WWE, Funko, the leading pop culture and fandom lifestyle brand, have announced their newest limited edition John Cena Pop!

The distribution collaboration expands access for Canadian retailers amid continued growth.

Paramount is once again turning to JAKKS Pacific as a licensing partner ahead of the upcoming film 'PAW Patrol: The Dino Movie.' 

Every can of Salt Beer Factory's Herd Mentality India Pale Lager includes a QR code that unlocks a free digital mini version  inspired by the smash hit party game.

MGA is introducing a new collectible format, and it's kicking off the line with Hyojo, a series of mystery boxes inspired by classic candies.

Paladone’s Australian Bluey range, which includes three innovative new products featuring the lovable blue heeler, is set to be available for retailers from early next year.

Basic Fun! is teaming up with Netflix to create a party of plush Care Bears inspired by 'Stranger Things.'

Factory Entertainment and Jazzinc Dioramas are gearing up to create the first-ever, 1:6-scale replica of 'Knight Rider’s K.I.T.T. 

Disney looks to be taking another one of its iconic villains and giving it the live-action spin, as sources tell Deadline the studio is in early development on pic centered on the Beauty and the Beast character Gaston.

The Walt Disney Co. tallied its second billion-dollar film of 2025 with the help of a determined bunny and mischievous fox.

Paramount, a Skydance Corporation, and Netflix both want to purchase Warner Bros. Discovery but would face similar antitrust issues and might have to alter plans to satisfy regulators, according to a competition law guru. 

Stephen O’Connor and Joanna Drage will be handing over Thames and Kosmos UK to their first-ever employee, Emma Hanlon, as well as Andrew Morris.

This episode profiles Gina Goetter, CFO and COO of Hasbro. She's the architect of the company's transformation, while diversifying its manufacturing footprint and investing in Hasbro's video game ambitions. 

David McGranaghan and Julian Miller, two former actors based in Los Angeles, pitched their party game business McMiller to investors on ABC's "Shark Tank."

From mice detectives to mixtapes, these games bring folks together for fun, family time and a bit of friendly competition.

Local game designer Ryan Stewart was looking for a new way to share some laughs with his friends when he was developing a card game.

The surprise cancellation comes four months after the Root and Arcs publisher unveiled the crowdfunding campaign for Take, a risk management and negotiation game which sees players executing a series of heists.

The Calmness Crew is a hub of information to support the emotional wellbeing of children and those who care for them through resources focused on children’s mental health.

A new era in home arcade gaming begins with the company behind Tonka, Care Bears, and Littlest Pet Shop toys leading the charge.

To sharpen its customer promise, Rofu Kinderland is focusing on a lean leadership setup and a clear prioritisation of its brick-and-mortar business.

Available in-store and online, The Entertainer's new and exclusive range features soft toys, bag charms and special Wicked: For Good bears.

The entertainment group plans expanded editorial, digital, and cross-platform initiatives for the children’s franchise.

The AA is partnering with PMS International’s Elves Behavin’ Badly for a festive campaign that plays on the chaos of Christmas commuting. 

"Flip it around wicked witch"

Mastermind Toys is about to adopt a new business model.

Funskool launches electronic toys, leveraging upgraded facilities to meet growing demand in India and globally, starting at ₹1,249.

Disrupted shipments shrank profits as the company that sells the toys to U.S. retailers awaited the outcome of trade talks

The Care Bears Play Area at Barton Creek Square Welcomes Toddlers Through Age Six Into the Colorful World of Care-A-Lot LOS ANGELES.

The first major Nintendo Switch 2 announcement at The Game Awards 2025 was for Capcom’s Pragmata, launching 24th April 2026.

This makes the Nintendo Switch 2 the fastest-selling video game console in Japan, beating the likes of the Game Boy Advance, which sold 3.171 million units.

The official Japanese Fortnite X account has revealed that Bleach x Fortnite is real and we won’t have long to wait until its release.

Call of Duty sold less than last year, too.

Warlock is set in a dark fantasy open world inspired by Dungeons & Dragons and is slated to launch in 2027.

China's AI toy industry is growing as Beijing pushes companies and consumers to integrate the technology.

In 2025, The Toy Foundation™ (TTF) made great strides to advance its mission to unite the toy industry in delivering the benefits of play to children in need.

Post-recall false advertising class action lawsuits are on the rise, and that’s a serious problem for toy companies who act responsibly by voluntarily recalling products.

Here are all the winners of The Game Awards 2025, including Nintendo for Best Family Game with Donkey Kong Bananza.

The winners of the Toy Retailer of the Year Awards will be announced by the BTHA alongside the Toy and Supplier category awards from the Toy Retailers Association at Toy Fair.

The annual Peeps festival celebrates the year’s end with hands-on activities, merchandise, and an iconic 400-pound Chick Drop.

The Disney Holiday Magic tour returned to encourage families around the world to celebrate the season — with the help of a special friend. 

DesignerCon celebrates its 20th anniversary by reflecting on this year’s show, which featured brand collaborations, exclusives, and more.

The independent buying group has announced that its hugely popular Toymaster May show is sold out for 2026 when it once again returns to Harrogate.

The LicenseLounge, powered by Brandmania, offers networking opportunities, exclusive industry insights and talks for visitors of the trade fair. 

Icecat will attend the London Toy Fair on 20-21 January and is set to explain how its catalogue, content syndication and AI‑powered tools help toy brands and retailers scale across markets.

Mattel Wonder Indoor Waterparks are planned for five US cities

This moment validates the passion, creativity, and heart that go into everything Abacus Brands Inc. builds.

With the Hong Kong Toys & Games Fair less than a month away, we talked with Jenny Koo, Deputy Executive Director of the Hong Kong Trade Development Council about the fair, the market, the region, and what visitors can expect this year.

Jim Ward, an American voice actor who worked on Ratchet and Clank, Destroy All Humans!, and Ben 10, has passed away at 66.