The meetings are part of The Toy Association’s ongoing engagement with federal policymakers to share industry perspectives on current and proposed regulations.

The law mandates that device operating systems and app stores require users to enter their age or date of birth when setting up a new phone or computer.

United States senators Richard Blumenthal and Elizabeth Warren decry Saudi Arabia's Electronic Arts buyout.

The decision comes despite Amigo Games being one of the few hobby board game publishers that managed to diversify some of its manufacturing away from China - the country which has been hit the heaviest by recent US tariffs to date.

Trading card company Upper Deck has brought a fresh legal claim against Disney Lorcana publisher Ravensburger accusing it of stealing trade secrets, days after a court rejected all its prior claims against the publisher contending the game's design was stolen from it.

Financially-troubled board game publisher CMON has sold its global headquarters as part of a fightback against heavy losses - and is charging some pre-order customers extra to cover tariff costs it says it "cannot absorb given our current financial position".

The estate of bankrupt distributor Diamond Comic Distributors, the two groups of companies whose consignment inventory Diamond is holding, Diamond comic asset acquirer Sparkle Pop, the bank, and the Unsecured Creditors Committee have agreed to mediation under the Court’s Bankruptcy Dispute Resolution Program.

Similar to other toy brands, Build-a-Bear sources the majority of its inventory from China, which has a 30 percent tariff rate.

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent confirmed Monday that President Donald Trump still plans to meet Chinese President Xi Jinping in South Korea later this month, signaling an effort to cool tensions after the President announced additional tariffs.

The Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) announced modifications to certain aspects of Section 301, originally introduced on April 17, 2025, as part of the administration’s efforts to strengthen U.S. shipbuilding.

Tariffs and economic uncertainty are complicating an already fraught time. The key is to prioritize and lean into what larger chains can’t offer.

With less than 10 weeks to go until the big day, The Entertainer, has officially announced its Top 10 toy predictions for Christmas 2025.

This year’s top toys list has been curated by Smyths to showcase a variety of play experiences with an emphasis on imagination and fun.

Cows are everywhere on toys this year. Often they're Highland cows, with a sweep of bangs in the front that makes them irresistible to children.

Toys for adults have become a multi-billion dollar industry and growing.

Researchers have found that toys traditionally associated with boys can help children develop spatial skills.

Ruth Handler put her expertise in plastics to a new use.

There's been some curiosity/amusement some of social media over whether Amazon for Prime Day deals were actual deals—at least to the consumers.

Lego's MRI scanner play sets, which launched in 2023, are significantly reducing anxiety and the use of sedation in children, according to new research.

I can’t tell you what a relief it has been to be able to write Blogs over the past few months without the obligatory reference to something - usually daft - that President Trump has done.

Watch Dave from Lucky Penny Shop demonstrates the Nickelodeon Make Your Own Gak Lab Set from Mattel.

In 1968, Remco released Li’l Winking Herby Hippy, a male doll that evoked the hippy culture of the 1960s.

In celebration of the 40th anniversary of Back to the Future, Mattel Creations and Universal Products & Experiences are launching a collector worthy compact that brings time travel to the tiniest scale yet.

In Superstition, players raced through a haunted graveyard to reach the Wizard’s Tomb and escape before anyone else.

Get ready to celebrate eight decades of play with the Polly Pocket Heritage Compact from Mattel.

New Line and Warner Bros have announced a third Mortal Kombat film following the success of the first movie reboot.

Disney has acquired the film rights to author Katherine Rundell's Impossible Creatures book series, which currently consists of 2023's Impossible Creatures and its 2025 sequel, The Poisoned King.

With strong Netflix views, booming retail across the region and its big-screen debut this autumn, Gabby’s Dollhouse continues to build momentum.

Assassin’s Creed’s Ezio Auditore da Firenze is making a killer entrance as a first edition Tubbz cosplaying duck.

Mattel Studios has teamed up with M. Night Shyamalan and Brad Falchuk on a premium live-action Magic 8 Ball series.

Jazwares' new toy collection will bring characters like Eleven, Dustin and the Demogorgon to fans in action figure, plush and collectible forms.

The Star Wars R2-D2 STEM Robot comes to life with Bluetooth controls that unlock real-time controls and hours of imaginative play.

Stephamos loves new beginnings, and wants to help cancer patients find their own.

Kayou and Hasbro are bringing the magic of My Little Pony to the U.S. trading card scene with the debut of My Little Pony Card Game — Friendships Begin, unveiled at New York Comic Con (NYCC).

Miraculous Corp. reveals that John Cohen and Matt Roller will join the creative team for the upcoming 'Miraculous' theatrical film.

Heathside Trading will bring a new range of Hello Kitty and Friends and Gudetama collectibles to market in 2026.

Topps Chrome has brought Labubu’s playful, imaginative world to life through a limited-edition collector’s release.

The banner will work with local studios to produce animated kids projects.

Whispers in the Well brings players new properties like Disney The Black Cauldron and Disney Gargoyles, further expanding the Disney Lorcana realm.

Fan-favorite characters Mr. Pa and Laura expand to new markets across North America, Europe, and beyond.

Move over old MCU (Marvel Cinematic Universe), the new MCU (Mattel Cinematic Universe) has arrived, and it’s ready to launch with over a dozen announced movies and reportedly 45 more films waiting in the wings.

Magic: The Gathering has unveiled its next large-scale crossover partnership and this one is packed with turtle power.

Playground Productions announced a retro bundle, new gamification features, and a "Backyard Sports" animated special at New York Comic Con.

This story begins in a land not so far away in a time not that long ago.

Bobblys is a new intergalactic band inspired by characters who made their music debut in DreamWorks Animation’s Gabby’s Dollhouse: The Movie.

How she’s marking her mark on America’s toy and board game scene.

Nee created Cryptozoic in 2010 alongside Cory Jones, Scott Gaeta and John Sepenuk, and became CEO in February 2023 after Sepenuk's sudden death of a heart attack while kite-surfing.

Khadou is welcoming Richard Dinham as National Account controller and Hannah Bamford as Key Account manager.

Rachael joins Orchard Toys as Marketing manager and will be responsible for driving brand awareness and sales.

To Fill Vacant Media and Events Director Seat.

Chloe has joined the Toy World team and will be working alongside editor Caroline Tonks and assistant editor Gabriela Jiménez García.

Moriarty will succeed Kevin Lansberry, who is retiring after 39 years with the company.

Women in Toys, Licensing & Entertainment (WiT) announced the election of seven new and continuing board members.

Every year, our family kicks off the holiday season with one of our favorite adventures, a road trip to Chicago for the Chicago Toy & Game Fair!

This year Spiel is bringing its annual series of panel discussions and talks to the main show floor via a new 1,000 sq m stage in Hall 4, featuring everything from professional discussions about crowdfunding and fulfillment to a bagpipe-playing workshop and cosplay craft showcase.

The record could finally fall this year after Spiel made the decision to expand into a seventh vast hall at the Messe Essen exhibition centre, boosting the show floor to 77,500 sq m - up 13% year-on-year, and almost 30% compared to 2023.

Hisashi Hayashi’s co-operative bomb disposal game Bomb Busters has added to its recent Spiel des Jahres win by triumphing in the family games category of this year’s Nederlandse Spellenprijs, the longest-running award celebrating Dutch language board games.

The North American tour of Peppa Pig: My First Concert launches in February 2026 and will visit 50+ cities.

Attendees and exhibitors hit record highs as BLE cements its role as Europe’s premier licensing and brand extension event.

The Mumbai-based trade fair draws increased international interest.

On the heels of its record-breaking Bluey’s House event, CAMP is once again partnering with BBC Studios for an all-new immersive experience.

This year’s NYCC proved that the walls between fan and business are officially down — and the future of the toy industry might just be hiding in plain sight.

Hustle & Hope CEO Ashley Sutton won the Mensa competition with a smarter greeting card concept, and is now exploring additional licensing opportunies.

Nintendo has announced that it plans to open its fourth official Nintendo store in Fukuoka in Japan. The Kyoto-based company says that the new store will open to the general public on 14th November.

Moodbox Games will be led by former Catan Studio director of brand development Kelli Schmitz and long-time young adult-focused book editor Shaina Olmanson, who joined Asmodee as an operations and communications manager in May of this year.

This deluxe Photo Creator Instant Print Camera 2.0 allows kids to preserve and personalise their world, with over 100 prints available from purchase.

Artist Sophie Tea hosted an exclusive games night in Shoreditch, where influencers and board game enthusiasts connected over their love of Catan.

My First Tonies are soft, squeezable audio friends for the youngest of listeners, combining sensory exploration with early learning.

The Puppet Company's Dinosaur Plush collection brings to life six legendary prehistoric beasts, from the Velociraptor and Stegosaurus to the Tyrannosaurus Rex and Diplodocus.

New collectibles, exclusive reveals, and Hall of Fame honors headline Hasbro’s Action Brands panel.

The launch surpasses its funding goal within minutes, marking another viral success for the brand.

Funko has expanded with the launch of Pop! Yourself across Europe, the ultimate way for fans to create their own personalised Funko Pop! figures.

Playmobil is continuing its brand campaign, The World Is Your Playground, with new commercials showcasing the diversity of the range

The brand-new, limited-edition game is designed to appeal to players who love Dobble’s speed and sharp eyes and Catan enthusiasts eager for fresh interpretations.

The partnership will see The Entertainer bring a curated toy range to TGJones and Hobbycraft stores across the UK.

RO Group is delighted to announce that WOW! Stuff, the multi-award-winning toy innovation company, has opened a new office.

Partnership brings the popular poseable construction toys to major retailers across Canada.

Goliath Games has announced a new card game inspired by the popular game series “The Sims,” featuring the iconic language of gibberish known to fans as Simlish. 

Since its debut in 2015, Miraculous – Tales of Ladybug & Cat Noir has captivated audiences worldwide with its authentic blend of adventure, humor, and heartfelt storytelling.

The game contains a wealth of characters from both Avatar The Last Airbender and The Legend of Korra in a one-versus-one fast-paced fighting game.

Testronic has now closed studios in Madrid, Belgrade, and Bucharest in 2025.

Summer Games Fest organiser Geoff Keighley says that the annual summer event is predictably coming back after the fall of E3.

The collaboration featuring highly-engaging and action-packed gaming experiences centres around the new animated series Heroes of Goo Jit Zu Meteor Madness on YouTube.

The toyco is rolling out two new Monster High experiences this month, while working on more titles for Barbie, MOTU and Hot Wheels. 

The European Council has approved new rules to regulate the safety of toys, introducing a digital passport to better trace toys sold online and banning chemical substances harmful to children.

The flamboyant founder of developer Team Ninja, creator of fighting game series Dead or Alive, and director of the influential 2004 action game Ninja Gaiden — has died at the age of 58.

His game design credits include his work on TTRPGs like Star Wars Saga Edition, Dungeons & Dragons, Shadowrun, Firefly (see "'Firefly' RPG"), and various World of Darkness supplements.

The artist who created some of the most memorable and beloved movie posters ever died Monday, October 13. He was 78.