Mansha Daswani

Animotion Media Group has entered into a strategic content distribution agreement with Janson Media to expand the reach of several of its properties, including Beardy Bodo.

New York-based dessert company Baked by Melissa has secured a new licensing partnership with Paramount Consumer Products for a collection of PAW Patrol cupcakes.

With the G7 Summit set to take place in France's Haute-Savoie region June 14 to 16, 2026, the Annecy International Animation Film Festival and Market has shifted its dates for next year.

Wyncor has launched an IP division focused on developing series, shorts, games and immersive entertainment based on its stable of toys, bringing on board Erick Rouillé as VP of global distribution.

MIPJunior is relocating to the Palais des Festivals for this year’s edition, with Gare Maritime being established as a matchmaking hub.

Spacetoon Group has expanded into Türkiye, rolling out a free-to-air channel as well as a streaming platform.

The Wonderfully Weird World of Gumball is slated to premiere on Cartoon Network and HBO Max across EMEA, LatAm and the Asia Pacific on October 6.

The Australian Children's Content Summit, taking place this August, is introducing an A$20,000 prize as part of its Exclusive Content Pitch initiative.

Following the majority acquisition of Procidis last year, Banijay Kids & Family has taken on the rights to Once Upon a Time..., clinching a raft of deals for the edutainment franchise.

Belt and accessories manufacturer Buckle-Down and collectibles company Youtooz are set to roll out new products inspired by Banijay Kids & Family's Totally Spies!