Barbie Botox, also referred to as Traptox, has become a sensation on social media platforms, particularly TikTok, where it has garnered millions of views over the last three years.
Imagination, the ability that allows us to mentally represent things that are not directly perceived by our senses, is on the decline. It's one of the effects that new technologies have had on our minds, and public discourse appears to have all but forgotten it as a key cognitive resource.
Pop Mart's reliance on 'The Monsters' IP has raised concerns, as it accounted for 40% of revenue in 2025 but dropped to 23% in 2024, indicating potential volatility.
The Trade Desk operates the world's largest independent demand-side platform (DSP) for digital ads, selling advertising space for automated ads on various platforms.
I call it the tsunami of stuff. It's cresting. There are a lot of baby boomers. America's over-65 population reached 55.8 million in 2020, and an additional 42.4 million are in the 55-64 age group. This adds up to nearly 100 million people who have amassed a large amount of possessions - stuff they bought, stuff they got from their own parents, stuff their kids stuck them with.
Publicis advised its clients to avoid Trade Desk's ad platform following a third-party audit of the company's billing and fee structures, industry publication Ad Age reported on Tuesday. The audit involved fees...
In 1841, the U.S. Supreme Court, in United States v. The Amistad, ruled 7-1 in favor of a group of illegally enslaved Africans who were captured off the U.S. coast after seizing control of a Spanish schooner, La Amistad. The justices ruled that the Africans should be set free.
In less than seven decades, Barbie's mug went from a strange and scary prototype to a perfectly sculpted, golden-ratio face. Her career opportunities? Endless. Her wardrobe? Infinite. Not to mention the intricate Malibu mansions, drivable cars, sprawling merchandise lines, and a movie-going phenomenon that earned over $1 billion worldwide.
Hasbro's Q4 result was not a mild beat. Revenue came in at $1.45 billion, up 31% year-over-year, beating estimates by over 14%. The engine behind it is Magic: The Gathering, which grew 141% in Q4 alone and nearly 60% for the full year. The Wizards of the Coast segment ran at a 46% operating margin for the full year, extraordinary for a consumer brand.
The hottest toy of 1998 was sort of adorable, and sort of annoying. It couldn't do much - couldn't do anything, really - but it could look at you, it could say some nonsense phrases, and it seemed uncannily aware of the world around it. That's all Furby needed to pretty much take over the world.
Both LABUBU and Sanrio have passionate fanbases, and this partnership engages collectors and fans alike, blending timeless Sanrio appeal with the playful mischief that has made LABUBU a global icon.
The Trade Desk has been one of the most punishing holds in tech over the past 12 months. The stock is sitting around $25.14 this morning, down more than 33% just the first trading day of the year. The sell-off accelerated in February after AI disruption fears hit the ad-tech sector, a CFO departure rattled confidence, and broader tariff uncertainty weighed on the whole market.
As a parent myself, I know what I'm mostly looking for when buying another toy is that it'll ACTUALLY keep my kids engaged long enough to bring a sliver of peace to my home (a tough task, to say the least!). From Magna-Tiles and the new Toniebox 2 to colorful sensory tubes and a LeapFrog Touch and Learn eReader, my kids have tried out enough of these items to lead you in the right shopping direction!
In February 2026, a rumor spread widely that Frida Baby, a company that makes products for babies and postpartum care, used sexual innuendo in its marketing, leading a number of social media users to express their outrage. For example, an X post shared several images of Frida's alleged Instagram posts and packaging ( archived): sexual jokes to market baby products is actually sick and twisted @fridababy this is absolutely appalling and disgusting
Under the agreement, Lands' End contributes its intellectual property, including trademarks and existing license agreements, to a new 50/50 joint venture. WHP Global will pay $300 million in cash for a 50% controlling stake. Lands' End will then enter a long-term license agreement with the JV to operate its core direct-to-consumer and B2B businesses, with the license exclusive for core products and non-exclusive for other categories.
Brick-and-mortar and online retail shoppers want more personal experiences, more convenience and more products that fit their values - and small business owners are meeting those needs as they evolve. With AI leveling the playing field and trends like social commerce, resale and wellness booming, 2026 is full of opportunity for business owners who are ready to start their own business.
Estée Lauder forecast annual sales and profit slightly below estimates on Thursday, as the cosmetics maker navigates a brand reset with increased marketing spend while it navigates tariff-related pressures. Shares fell about 9 percent in premarket trading after it forecast third-quarter margins to contract 50 basis points due to stepped-up investments in product innovation and tariff pressures. The company, which is undergoing a turnaround under its CEO Stephane de La Faverie, flagged a $100 million tariff hit on
