Two German toy icons are joining forces: Ravensburger is acquiring a majority stake in Steiff. However, the plush toy brand with the famous button in its ear is set to remain independent.

The deal, announced June 15, will make Fox the third-largest player in the television world in terms of viewership share.

KV Toys India acquires a 50% stake in Play Panda for Rs 4.5 crore, expanding its presence in educational and STEM toys for children.

The $111 billion deal would unite two major movie studios and put CNN under the same roof as CBS News.

Tied to Moving GAMA Expo Early, Legal Costs

Months after Australia banned social media for everyone under 16, the British government is considering new policies to keep children safe.

Amazon sellers are heading into this year's Prime Day with more confidence than they had a year ago, even as higher costs pressure margins.

Circana is seeing a 13% uptick compared with early 2025. Here's why it’s happening—and which categories are fueling the momentum.

The U.S. toy industry posted 13% dollar growth from January through April 2026 compared to the same period last year, according to new data from Circana. Unit sales increased 5%, while average selling prices rose 7%, making toys one of the strongest-

A poll of 1,000 UK mums and dads to children aged 10 and under found 50 per cent often still feel nostalgic about the toys, characters and franchises they grew up with.

Licensed Characters, STEM Learning, E-Commerce Growth, and Collectible Trends Are Driving the U.S. Toy Market Forward.

The Toy Association™ and its members mourn the passing of Michael R. Kohner, founder of The Michael Kohner Corporation and longtime licensing executive whose career helped bring countless beloved games and toys to families around the world.

Keith Stuart, journalist, author and life-long gamer, on why adults should play more video games.

The initiative coincides with the launch of The Original Cone Toss.

Every year, People of Play, a division of The Toy Association, puts on an international competition that pushes children to utilize their creativity for innovation.

Muppeteers use their dominant, typically right, hand to control the heads of Kermit, Miss Piggy, Gonzo, and the rest of Jim Henson’s beloved creations.

Finding the right balance between active play and downtime can help create memorable experiences for children of all ages.

A German man assembled 65,000 Lego bricks into the shape of a bratwurst and bun to break the Guinness World Record for the largest Lego brick sausage.

Game Night is the new Night Out, per research firm, Scott Morris announces Steel Wing Games, ACD signs exclusive deal with Incredible dream over Mechs vs Minions, and more!

"As we head toward our 30th anniversary on August 30, 2026, these numbers tell a pretty remarkable story"

People talk a lot about what makes a great leader. Some of the most common characteristics mentioned are "vision," "empathy," "decisiveness," or "resilience." All important qualities, but Robert Pasin believes the leadership quality that teams' value most is clarity.

John Lloyd Wright was the inventor of the popular toy set and the son of architect Frank Lloyd Wright.

“Steady now, you’ve just begun.”

The Kaboomers Indoor/Outdoor Paddle Game featured a set of inflatable paddles that included a pump in each handle.

Magnavox’s 1980 catalogue for the Odyssey 2 showcased the library of available arcade, sports, and educational game cartridges for the console.

Watch Eric from the Celebrating Vintage Model Kits YouTube channel showcase the Vickers Viscount from Hawk Model Company.

Released in 1986, Ohio Art’s Etch A Sketch Animator was an electronic version of the classic drawing toy that allowed children to create frame-by-frame animations.

Published by Milton Bradley in 1961, the Bugs Bunny Adventure Game was a sprint to Carrot Castle that combined a spin-and-move format with familiar Looney Tunes characters.

Retailers jumping on the bandwagon offering Masters of the Universe collectables proves that nostalgia plays a significant role in making purchase decisions

Here is your chance to bring Derpy Tiger home! You can now buy a new set from LEGO that features "KPop Demon Hunters" Derpy Tiger and Sussie Bird.

Monopoly movie development is pressing ahead at Lionsgate, with two scripts in development from star writing teams Widener & James and Angelo & Blum.

Families can play with Bluey, Bingo, and Muffin.

Super7 collaborates with Paramount and Illumination to launch TMNT action figures and Minions-themed collectibles.

'The Grinch 2' has Jim Carrey in talks to return to star, with Ron Howard set to direct for Universal and his Imagine Entertainment banner.

When Andrew Stanton was hired in 1990 as Pixar’s ninth employee and second animator, he had never made a movie.

Originally created and illustrated by husband-and-wife team Michael and Joanne Cole, Bod first gained recognition on the BBC's Play School, leading to the development of the hit television series.

The agency promotes Alyssa Gourlay and Amber Cheung to leadership roles.

Cars is celebrating its 20th anniversary this year, and Topps is marking the milestone with a new set of Chrome Disney trading card inserts.

'Legends Awaken' in this exciting new release!

This Collection Starter Set truly lets its hair down, featuring all things Rapunzel.

The show, which revisits the story of a marmalade-loving bear, plans to open next April at the Hirschfeld Theater in New York.

Mattel’s “KPop Demon Hunters” fashion doll of Demon Jinu selected in a fan vote is soon available for pre-sale.

For Sonic the Hedgehog's 35th anniversary, The Woobles and SEGA are creating new crochet kits featuring the classic characters.

Disney has picked up 'Warrior Cats', the Coolabi global phenomenon about a group of feline warrior clans. 

Marjorie Spitalnik named Lead Associate, Children’s Brands for the Americas. Tiffany Enciso Williams named Lead Associate, Early Years and Inclusion, USA.

Women in Toys, Licensing & Entertainment (WiT) has announced new leadership appointments, naming Deirdre Cross as chairwoman of the board and electing new members to its Board of Directors.

Charlie Moreton and Victoria Baumann are the father-daughter duo behind Victoria Essie Studio, which has seen viral success selling 3D-printed fidget toys.

Originally brought in as creative supervisor, the long-time Jim Henson Company collaborator and puppeteer is now looking to develop and produce original projects.

Skillmatics, Curious Universe and Gameplan Europe are the latest companies to advertise job vacancies within the Toy World recruitment section.

Carve Communications expands leadership with new vice president, and adds three new growing clients to their roster to represent.

Just play has reimagined the 1996 Tickle Me Elmo for a new generation with a larger design, multiple ways to activate Elmo's laugh and more playful reactions.

Matchbox: The Movie is racing towards screens, and Mattel is celebrating with new vehicles, collectibles, and more inspired by the film.

Mattel’s Hot Wheels Superstar Speeders is a die-cast vehicle series featuring kid-favorite characters across Disney, Marvel, and more.

Mattel is celebrating International Day of Play through a series of events and partnerships that highlight the power of play.

American Girl turns 40 this year, and Chicago has played an integral role in the toy company's evolution.

Asmodee’s Moodbox Games brings joy and connection to game nights with four original titles launching this July.

Thinking outside the box, Crayola unveiled its latest coloring collection, this time geared toward the grown-ups.

Bart and co’s latest video game venture involved the show’s writers, animators and voice talent – plus a showdown between the two infamous tycoons.

The 1000-piece jigsaw titled Santa Takes a Break marks the 30th limited-edition Christmas puzzle in the company’s best-selling series.

The Momiji installation is running until 21st July and marks the latest step taken by Tomy to grow the brand across the UK market.

Marjorie Spitalnik has been named as Lead Associate, Children’s Brands for the Americas, while Tiffany Enciso Williams has been appointed as Lead Associate, Early Years and Inclusion, USA.

This year’s report reflects not only what they've achieved, but how they're continuing to learn, grow and raise the bar.

The new Tickit Sensory Glow Lantern offers portable colour-changing light for dens, camping trips, bedrooms and beyond.

Rubies and Smiffys are bringing two dress-up brands together to provide consumers with unparalleled access to their combined portfolios. Rubies UK has announced its intention to enter into a strategic licence and distribution partnership with Smiffys UK, bringing together two of the costume industry

From June, Playmobil products will be available in WHSmith locations across the UK following a successful early launch at Heathrow Airport.

The Entertainer is set to open a brand-new store at Frasers Plus Designer Outlet Leeds with a grand opening featuring meet and greet appearances with Bluey.

Following a European release, Stapelstein is bringing its Water Lily Collection to North America for a limited time.

'Magic Tim' and 'Turbo Trivia' are the latest to join Ultra PRO's catalogue.

Barbie became a $1 billion-a-year brand and one of the most iconic toys in history. Now, Mattel’s crown jewel is facing challenges.

The two companies are teaming up to expand the Fuggler brand into the craft activity category with Fuggler Pour Palz and novelty stickers.

More big changes at Xbox.

A hacker has claimed to have stolen Nintendo Human Resources data in a breach of the TINYpulse system. The hacker received 859MB of data, which is likely small files such as spreadsheets etc.

From the Melbourne-based developer House House, Big Walk is a collaborative new video game about walking and talking.

More Switch 2 games, a Candy Crush champion, and more.

Toy industry leaders gathered in Washington, D.C. last week for The Toy Association’s Annual DC Fly-In and Day of Play on Capitol Hill.

Following months of industry advocacy, The Toy Association™ is pleased to share a significant policy victory for companies that manufacture or import toy drones and remote-control flying toys.

TRA Chairman Geoff Sheffield has supported an open letter, printed by The Times, from Andrew Murphy OBE, CEO of Teal Group and The Entertainer.

The Toy Association™ announced the launch of the Toy Desk, a new centralized member support hub designed to provide members with a concierge-level service connecting them with the Association’s resources, expertise, and services.

Unlike any other toy industry event, the Chicago Toy & Game Fair (CHITAG) brings kids, parents, inventors, and the media together during peak holiday season excitement to discover the toys and games that families will be clamoring for.

The Toy Foundation™, the philanthropic arm of The Toy Association™, marked the third annual United Nations International Day of Play on June 11 by rallying the toy industry around the 2026 theme, “Protect Play, Protect Childhood.”

The toy community is invited to submit their candidates for both the inaugural Alan G. Hassenfeld Humanitarian Award and the 2027 Toy Industry Hall of Fame by Friday, June 26.

The panel, named The New Era of Play: How Childhood is Evolving, welcomed experts in toys, entertainment and child development to discuss how children's play habits are changing.

To support the display at Hamleys Regent Street store, there will be an Our Generation in-store event on 4th July.

Join the first ever MCHOF x ICONS diecast customizing competition at this year's ICONS event. Showcase your work to 60,000 visitors onsite and 500,000 via streaming and win awesome prizes.

Fans Can Step Into the World of My Neighbor Totoro, Kiki’s Delivery Service,  Spirited Away, Howl’s Moving Castle and More Beginning June 23.

The Uno Social Clubs will be returning, bringing game nights to nine international destinations and five US cities.

Two new Disney Store destinations are set to open inside Selfridges Birmingham and Selfridges Manchester Trafford stores this summer.

Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live is on the road again for its 2026 U.S. tour, and it's shaping up to be a smash hit.

It’s not a bird or a plane, but two new Superman-inspired attractions flying toward Yas Island, Abu Dhabi. 

Attraktion! launches its Querion Hypermedia Entertainment Park in Poland, featuring an officially licensed and immersive Angry Birds ride.

The first official TMNT-themed restaurant serves up pizza, merchandise, and immersive fan experiences.

Chase, who voiced Lilo in "Lilo & Stitch" and played Samara Morgan in "The Ring," has died at 35.

Capital City Distribution co-founder, musician, and film scholar John Francis Davis passed away on June 13 in Madison, Wisconsin after a long illness.  He was watching film classic Chinatown in the company of family when he passed.  He was 82.