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Television
fromDefector
1 week ago

I Watched The "Lost" Live-Action 'Dilbert' Pilot Episode, And It's Clear Why It Didn't Get Picked Up | Defector

Scott Adams heavily commercialized Dilbert in the 1990s, including extensive merchandising and a reportedly lost Fox live-action sitcom pilot.
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Is Sports Fandom Play?

In this playoff season, I try to shut my eyes to products featured in commercial time-outs. You've seen them? The cryptic medicines to treat unspecified ailments? The pickup trucks and beer brands that signal ruggedness and romantic success. Or more tempting, the gooey-delectable double-cheese-pepperoni pizzas with yet more cheese stuffed in the crust. But one other caught my ear for novel English usage. Namely, the new infinitive "to fan."
Marketing
Marketing
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

I'm not sure a bakery needs a branded condom can any business resist selling merch now? | Elle Hunt

Tote bags and branded merchandise have shifted from practical carriers to explicit personal statements signaling cultural identity and social signaling.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromIndependent
1 month ago

How Bohemians made history with the first sponsored jersey in Ireland or Britain 50 years ago today

Bohemians pioneered bold shirt collaborations and merchandising, drawing over 1,000 fans to queue for a Kneecap-branded away shirt despite past low attendances.
Marketing
fromMarTech
2 months ago

5 marketing lessons hiding inside Disney's merchandising engine | MarTech

Disney's primary strength is merchandising, leveraging deep emotional attachment to franchises to generate profit despite weaknesses in films, parks, and streaming.
E-Commerce
fromFortune
2 months ago

At Target, we believe retail's next great disruptor is emotion. Look no further than this year's winter wonderland | Fortune

Target aims to create joyful, memorable omnichannel shopping experiences by combining curated exclusive merchandise, elevated store and digital experiences, and accelerated technology.
Film
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 months ago

Wicked,' the phenomenon that even its stars didn't expect: We all feel at some point in our lives like we don't belong'

Wicked became a U.S. cultural phenomenon and box-office juggernaut but achieved significantly weaker commercial impact abroad.
Intellectual property law
fromComplex
2 months ago

Art Gallery Sued for Allegedly Using Jay-Z Photo to Sell ...

Brooklyn gallery AM:PM is sued for allegedly using Timothy White's copyrighted 1988 Jay‑Z portrait to market and sell unauthorized Jay‑Z collectible figurines.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromDigiday
3 months ago

Brands and retailers are already rushing to capitalize on World Cup fever

The 2026 FIFA World Cup expands to 48 teams across three host countries, prompting major brands and small businesses to launch marketing and merchandise campaigns.
Film
fromKotaku
3 months ago

KPop Demon Hunters' Hasbro Deal Might Mean Magic Cards

Hasbro partnered with Netflix to produce KPop Demon Hunters toys, leveraging brands including Wizards of the Coast, likely prompting Magic: The Gathering crossovers.
FC Barcelona
fromBarca Universal
4 months ago

Barcelona treasurer assures club's finances are under control - 'We're not a sick patient' | Barca Universal

Barça Licensing and Merchandising (BLM) is not for sale; the board never considered selling any percentage, including 49%.
Marketing tech
fromDigiday
4 months ago

Retail media boom forces grocers like Kroger, Albertsons to reorganize

Major U.S. grocers are integrating advertising, marketing, merchandising, loyalty, and digital functions to build hybrid retail-media businesses to better serve advertisers and consumers.
Fashion & style
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Bath mats, candles and underpants: would Basquiat have loved or hated all the merch?

Mass-market merchandising of Basquiat's art raises questions about whether commercialization dilutes artistic meaning and disrespects the artist's legacy.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromESPN.com
5 months ago

Betis to launch Antony neck tattoo clothing line

Real Betis launched a clothing line inspired by Antony’s 'Iluminado' neck tattoo, offering pre-order T-shirts, forthcoming hoodies, and royalties paid to Antony.
fromFast Company
5 months ago

Mickey Drexler on the future of retail, AI's limits, and lessons from Steve Jobs

Mickey Drexler redefined retail by radically remaking Gap and J.Crew, and working alongside Steve Jobs to guide the creation of the Apple Store. Now Drexler assesses some of the biggest stories in the retail industry today, from the weight of crippling tariffs and U.S. manufacturing skepticism to the controversial American Eagle campaign featuring Sydney Sweeney. Feisty as ever, Drexler shares his unvarnished view on in-office work, AI 's limitations, and why leaders need to follow their gut or get out of the way.
Business
Marketing
fromForbes
5 months ago

Curate & Orchestrate: The Rise Of The Consumer Visionary Merchant

Merchants must evolve into consumer visionaries who blend deep human insight with technology to build resilience, true consumer intimacy, and adaptive merchandising strategies.
Marketing
fromMarketing Dive
5 months ago

How experiences turn instore retail media into real results

In-store retail media must create customer-centric, measurable retail experience networks that blend physical and digital touchpoints to enhance shopping journeys and drive outcomes.
US news
fromBusiness Insider
5 months ago

The next Target CEO knows the retailer needs to do better. Here's his 3-part plan to get it back on track.

Michael Fiddelke will become Target CEO in February and pursue a three-part plan emphasizing merchandising authority, private-label innovation, and national-brand partnerships to restore growth.
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fromIrish Independent
6 months ago

Do Oasis fans at Dublin's pop-up shop know the lyrics?

The excitement was palpable at their pop-up merch store at St Stephen's Green, Dublin, as fans eagerly awaited the band's upcoming performances at Croke Park.
OMG science
Video games
fromKotaku
6 months ago

Mouthwashing Fans Tear Each Other Apart Over A Cat Plush

Mouthwashing's complex and dark narrative has sparked fandom and merchandise, igniting debates despite its heavy themes.
Toronto
fromwww.dw.com
6 months ago

Berlin: Germany's first Labubu toy store opens doors to fans DW 07/25/2025

Labubu, a popular plush toy by Pop Mart, launched its first store in Germany, attracting long lines and notable popularity.
fromPractical Ecommerce
7 months ago

Merchandising Lessons from Top Marketplaces

Top marketplaces make discounts, bundles, and price points instantly visible to drive conversions, showing how merchandising can guide shoppers and drive sales.
E-Commerce
fromConsequence
8 months ago

Liquid Death is selling empty iced tea cans containing Ozzy Osbourne's DNA

Liquid Death is selling 10 cans of iced tea sealed with Ozzy Osbourne's DNA, offering fans a bizarre opportunity to potentially clone the rock star in the future.
OMG science
Independent films
fromInverse
8 months ago

24 Years Later, The Most Iconic Sci-Fi Thriller Trilogy Just Got A Huge Upgrade

Jurassic Park films evoke strong nostalgia and cultural significance, despite varying reception.
The original 1993 film was groundbreaking and became a box-office success.
fromIntelligencer
8 months ago

Is the Gold Trump Mobile T1 Phone Real? Sort Of!

The Trump Organization's launch of Trump Mobile and T1 smartphone appears to be an audacious grift, lacking clarity and real product integrity.
US Elections
#how-to-train-your-dragon
fromPolygon
9 months ago
OMG science

This How to Train Your Dragon plasma-spraying Toothless mask is either terrifying or perfect

fromPolygon
9 months ago
OMG science

This How to Train Your Dragon plasma-spraying Toothless mask is either terrifying or perfect

more#how-to-train-your-dragon
Beer
fromwww.theguardian.com
8 months ago

Look at the head on that! Bottoms up to a pint of 28 Years Later beer

Merchandising partnerships are crucial for studios, yet not all films can effectively leverage brand collaborations.
fromPoynter
8 months ago

No, Target did not cut its Pride collection in favor of an 'America First' collection - Poynter

Many on social media falsely claim Target has replaced its Pride collection with a Fourth of July display, but the retailer continues to offer Pride-themed products this year.
NYC LGBT
Beer
fromBusiness Insider
9 months ago

Hulk Hogan's beer brand is eyeing a takeover of the Hooters name

Hulk Hogan's beer brand plans to bid for Hooters' intellectual property to create themed merchandise post-bankruptcy.
Food & drink
fromwww.theguardian.com
9 months ago

The Last of Us mushroom coffee? Kevin Costner baked beans? TV merch to melt your mind

FDA recalls Yellowstone Baked Beans due to undisclosed soy allergen, urging affected consumers to return products for refunds.
SF music
fromRAIN News
9 months ago

Mark Mulligan: Mainstream is the new niche

The music industry is increasingly reliant on superfans amid slowing revenue growth.
Merchandising profits for labels have increased, yet physical sales are declining.
Live music's revenue is recovering but ticket sales are dropping, creating market tension.
LA Dodgers
fromDodger Blue
9 months ago

New Takashi Murakami Dodgers Collection Releasing For Japanese Heritage Night

The Dodgers are celebrating Japanese Heritage Night with a Takashi Murakami collection at Dodger Stadium on April 28.
#ulta-beauty
fromWWD
10 months ago
Marketing tech

EXCLUSIVE: Ulta Beauty Appoints Lauren Brindley as Chief Merchandising and Digital Officer

fromWWD
10 months ago
Marketing tech

EXCLUSIVE: Ulta Beauty Appoints Lauren Brindley as Chief Merchandising and Digital Officer

more#ulta-beauty
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