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iHeartMedia Expands Advertising Relationship With Amazon Ads Across Audio and Video Inventory
SAN ANTONIO, Texas, June 27 -- iHeartMedia issued the following news release on June 26, 2026:
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iHeartMedia Expands Advertising Relationship with Amazon Ads Across Audio and Video Inventory
NEW YORK -- iHeartMedia today announced an expanded advertising relationship with Amazon Ads, serving as a local reseller of its audio and video inventory, including Prime Video, Twitch, Amazon Music, Fire TV and Alexa. Additionally, iHeartMedia customers can now leverage Amazon DSP including Amazon's authenticated first-party shopping, browsing and streaming signals across iHeart's owned-and-operated
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SAN ANTONIO, Texas, June 27 -- iHeartMedia issued the following news release on June 26, 2026:
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iHeartMedia Expands Advertising Relationship with Amazon Ads Across Audio and Video Inventory
NEW YORK -- iHeartMedia today announced an expanded advertising relationship with Amazon Ads, serving as a local reseller of its audio and video inventory, including Prime Video, Twitch, Amazon Music, Fire TV and Alexa. Additionally, iHeartMedia customers can now leverage Amazon DSP including Amazon's authenticated first-party shopping, browsing and streaming signals across iHeart's owned-and-operateddigital inventory both locally and nationally, including digital, audio, podcasts and creator-led content, creating a more unified path for advertisers to activate multi-platform campaigns at scale.
Incorporating Amazon's authenticated signals into iHeartMedia's premium inventory allows advertisers to access solutions supported by real shopping insights. These signals help improve relevance and performance across campaigns for enhanced audience planning, targeting, and measurement, all while creating flexible, integrated programs designed to deliver both scale and precision.
"Advertisers are increasingly looking for media solutions that combine scale, intelligence and simplicity across channels. By combining Amazon Ads' shopping insights and advertising technology with iHeart's audio leadership, we're creating a more seamless, data-informed way for brands to create more effective campaigns across sound and sight," said Lisa Coffey, Chief Business Officer for iHeartMedia.
"This expansion of our long-standing relationship with iHeartMedia gives brands new opportunities to connect with consumers across more screens and speakers with greater relevance and measurable outcomes," said Jenn Donohue, Head of Local Ad Sales, Amazon Ads. "Together, we're making it easier for advertisers to activate campaigns across premium audio and streaming environments while leveraging signals that support smarter planning, targeting, and performance."
This collaboration offers advertisers a simplified approach to activating campaigns across Amazon Ads' audio and video inventory while also tapping into iHeartMedia's creative production, strategic sales consultation and integrated marketing capabilities.
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About iHeartMedia, Inc.
iHeartMedia, Inc. [Nasdaq: IHRT] is the leading audio media company in America, with nine out of ten Americans listening to iHeart broadcast radio in every month. iHeart's broadcast radio assets alone have a larger audience in the U.S. than any other media outlet and over four times the ad-enabled audience of the largest digital only audio service. iHeart is the largest podcast publisher according to both Podtrac and Triton, with more downloads than the next two podcast publishers combined, has the most recognizable live events across all genres of music, has the number one social footprint among audio players, has the highest-reach and most engaged influencers, and is the only fully integrated audio ad tech solution across broadcast, streaming and podcasts. The company continues to leverage its strong audience connection and unparalleled consumer reach to build new platforms, products and services. Visit iHeartMedia.com for more company information.
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Original text here: https://www.iheartmedia.com/press/iheartmedia-expands-advertising-relationship-amazon-ads-across-audio-and-video-inventory
[Category: BizMedia]
Robinhood Ventures Fund I Invests $25M in Canva
MENLO PARK, California, June 27 -- Robinhood Markets, a financial services company, issued the following news on June 25, 2026:
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Robinhood Ventures Fund I (RVI) Invests $25M in Canva
Today, Robinhood Ventures Fund I (NYSE: RVI) announced it has closed an investment in Canva. On June 24, 2026 RVI purchased approximately $25 million of Class A Common Stock of Canva.
"We believe Canva is one of the world's most compelling design platforms, and this investment is a milestone we are truly thrilled about," said Sarah Pinto, President of Robinhood Ventures Fund I. "With its mission to put the
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MENLO PARK, California, June 27 -- Robinhood Markets, a financial services company, issued the following news on June 25, 2026:
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Robinhood Ventures Fund I (RVI) Invests $25M in Canva
Today, Robinhood Ventures Fund I (NYSE: RVI) announced it has closed an investment in Canva. On June 24, 2026 RVI purchased approximately $25 million of Class A Common Stock of Canva.
"We believe Canva is one of the world's most compelling design platforms, and this investment is a milestone we are truly thrilled about," said Sarah Pinto, President of Robinhood Ventures Fund I. "With its mission to put thepower of design in everyone's hands, Canva represents the kind of category-defining company our investors deserve access to."
"We're pleased to welcome Robinhood Ventures Fund I as an investor and to see more retail investors gain the opportunity to participate in our growth journey," said Kelly Steckelberg, Chief Financial Officer, Canva. "This has been our biggest year yet, with more than a quarter of a billion people now using our platform every month. As we continue to accelerate our investment in building the world's best visual AI tools, we believe we're still in the very early stages of the opportunity ahead."
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About Canva
Launched in 2013, Canva is the world's leading all-in-one platform for visual communication and collaboration. Built to empower everyone to design, Canva serves the creative and design needs of enterprises, small businesses, consumers, and students in more than 190 countries worldwide. Used by more than 250 million people every month, Canva is powered by a suite of products and proprietary AI tools that elevate how individuals and teams create, collaborate, and communicate with ease.
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About Robinhood Ventures Fund I
Robinhood Ventures Fund I, which is the first fund from Robinhood Ventures, began trading on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) on March 6, 2026 under the symbol RVI.
RVI is a closed-end fund that provides investors exposure to a concentrated portfolio of primarily private companies that now includes Airwallex, Boom, Canva, Databricks, ElevenLabs, Mercor, OpenAI, Oura, Ramp, Revolut, SpaceX and Stripe, with additional companies expected to be added over time.
Unlike many traditional private market vehicles, RVI is designed to be accessible to retail investors, with no accreditation requirements, no investment minimums, a competitive management fee, and no performance fees.
For too long, private markets have been out of reach to everyday investors, and RVI aims to expand access to this important and often closed-off part of the market. Giving retail investors the opportunity to get exposure to frontier companies is one of the most powerful ways RVI can help further Robinhood's mission to democratize finance for all.
RVI uses the "Announcements" section of the RVI website (accessible at https://robinhood.com/us/en/ventures/rvi/) and the Robinhood Newsroom (accessible at newsroom.aboutrobinhood.com), as means of disclosing information to the public in a broad, non-exclusionary manner for purposes of the SEC Regulation Fair Disclosure (Reg. FD). Investors should routinely monitor those web pages, in addition to RVI's press releases, SEC filings, and public conference calls and webcasts, as information posted on them could be deemed to be material information.
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Disclosures:
An investment in Robinhood Ventures Fund I is speculative and involves a high degree of risk with substantial risk of loss.
Robinhood Ventures is the investment adviser for RVI. Robinhood Ventures is the dba name for Robinhood Ventures DE, LLC. Robinhood Ventures is an SEC-registered investment adviser and a wholly owned subsidiary of Robinhood Markets, Inc. Robinhood Markets, Inc. holds interests in RVI and therefore has exposure to RVI's market price.
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Forward-Looking Statements
This communication includes "forward looking statements," including statements regarding RVI's belief that Canva is one of the world's most compelling design platforms, the potential addition of portfolio companies to RVI over time and RVI's objectives to expand access to private markets. Forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and assumptions, including the risks outlined under "Risks" in the prospectus and elsewhere in RVI's filings with the SEC, which may cause actual results to differ materially from any results expressed or implied by any forward-looking statement. RVI and Robinhood have no obligation, and do not undertake any obligation, to update or revise any forward-looking statement made in this communication to reflect changes since the date of this communication, except as required by law.
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URL: Canva
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Original text here: https://robinhood.com/us/en/newsroom/rvi-canva/
[Category: BizFinancial Services]
Netflix Is Your Ultimate Summer Sidekick
LOS GATOS, California, June 27 -- Netflix, a content provider, issued the following news:
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Netflix Is Your Ultimate Summer Sidekick
The Ultimatum Co-Host Vanessa Lachey Shares New Series, Films, Games, and More Ways to Be Entertained Whether Chilling or Venturing Out
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This summer, Netflix is all about helping you escape into your next favorite story -- whether you're on a staycation, a plane, a road trip, or relaxing at the beach. From big new shows and movies to kid friendly games, Netflix is the perfect sidekick for summer downtime, travel days and family nights in.
To help you map
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LOS GATOS, California, June 27 -- Netflix, a content provider, issued the following news:
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Netflix Is Your Ultimate Summer Sidekick
The Ultimatum Co-Host Vanessa Lachey Shares New Series, Films, Games, and More Ways to Be Entertained Whether Chilling or Venturing Out
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This summer, Netflix is all about helping you escape into your next favorite story -- whether you're on a staycation, a plane, a road trip, or relaxing at the beach. From big new shows and movies to kid friendly games, Netflix is the perfect sidekick for summer downtime, travel days and family nights in.
To help you mapout your seasonal escape, Vanessa Lachey, co-host of Netflix's Love is Blind and the upcoming fourth season of The Ultimatum (streaming July 15), spotlighted a robust lineup of TV shows, movies, games and experiences designed to match every summer vibe.
For the Gamer
We're turning living rooms and beach towels into interactive play spaces. Members can turn their living room into a World Cup arena with Netflix's brand-new FIFA game to score the winning goal, or let the kids explore alongside their favorite characters with Netflix Playground. For backyard hangs, fire up Netflix Party Games like Boggle Party, Pictionary, and a chaotic special edition of Overcooked featuring characters from KPop Demon Hunters and Stranger Things.
For the Reader
Prefer a beach read? Head over to our "Watch Your Favorite Books" hub to discover riveting adaptations like Ransom Canyon and Remarkably Bright Creatures. Or go analog with page-turners like East of Eden and The Whisper Man before they come to life on screen later this year. It's the perfect way to move seamlessly from your summer library to ours.
For the Traveler
Don't let spotty Wi-Fi or a loud beach ruin your next cliffhanger. Stream smarter with these quick travel shortcuts:
* Save entire story arcs before takeoff with downloads, smart downloads, or the 'Season Download' button.
* Catch every line in crowded areas using dialogue-only subtitles.
* Tap 'Remind Me' for instant notifications when new titles launch.
* Clip and text your favorite scenes directly to the group chat with 'Moments on Mobile.'
* Claim total peace of mind on long trips with kids' profiles and robust parental controls.
For the Adventurous
Beyond the screen, Netflix is offering fans real world ways to immerse yourself in your favorite stories. Choose your own adventure at Netflix House in Dallas or Philadelphia, or catch Stranger Things: The First Shadow on Broadway. You can even bring the action home with LEGO ONE PIECE sets, as well as KPop Demon Hunters singing dolls and NERF swords, and Stranger Things: Tales From '85 action figures -- creating even more ways to experience Netflix stories throughout the summer.
From new seasons and must watch movies to games and live experiences, Netflix has countless ways to make this summer more entertaining, wherever you are.
Now Playing:
Avatar: The Last Airbender Season 2 (Series)
America's Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders (Series)
Voicemails for Isabelle (Film)
I Will Find You (Series)
Coming Soon:
July 1: Enola Holmes 3 (Film)
July 9: Little House on the Prairie (Series)
July 13: MLB Home Run Derby (Live Event)
July 15: The Ultimatum Season 4 (Series)
July 16: Quarterback Season 3 (Series)
July 16: The Hawk (Series)
July 23: Ransom Canyon Season 2 (Series)
July 24: 72 Hours (Film)
August 6: My Life With the Walter Boys Season 3 (Series)
August 14: Don't Say Good Luck (Film)
August 20: Outer Banks Season 5 (Series)
August 28: The Whisper Man (Film)
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Original text here: https://about.netflix.com/en/news/netflix-is-your-ultimate-summer-sidekick
[Category: Media]
Lockheed Martin and Insta Advance Europe's First Multiple Launch Rocket System Common Fire Control System Sustainment Centre
BETHESDA, Maryland, June 27 [Category: BizAerospace] -- Lockheed Martin posted the following news release:
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Lockheed Martin and Insta Advance Europe's First Multiple Launch Rocket System (MLRS) Common Fire Control System (CFCS) Sustainment Centre
TEMPERE, Finland - Lockheed Martin (NYSE: LMT) and Finnish technology company Insta are continuing to establish Europe's first sustainment centre for the M270A2 and HIMARS(R) MLRS CFCS at Insta's facility in Tampere, Finland. This will be Europe's first MLRS fire control system maintenance and sustainment centre.
The M270A2, manufactured by Lockheed
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BETHESDA, Maryland, June 27 [Category: BizAerospace] -- Lockheed Martin posted the following news release:
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Lockheed Martin and Insta Advance Europe's First Multiple Launch Rocket System (MLRS) Common Fire Control System (CFCS) Sustainment Centre
TEMPERE, Finland - Lockheed Martin (NYSE: LMT) and Finnish technology company Insta are continuing to establish Europe's first sustainment centre for the M270A2 and HIMARS(R) MLRS CFCS at Insta's facility in Tampere, Finland. This will be Europe's first MLRS fire control system maintenance and sustainment centre.
The M270A2, manufactured by LockheedMartin, is a tracked heavy rocket launcher system. Partnering with Insta to establish a maintenance and sustainment capability for its fire control system in Finland will strengthen national expertise, security of supply and the ability to ensure system availability throughout its lifecycle.
The new facility demonstrates Lockheed Martin's commitment to European customers and enhances regional sustainment readiness for M270A2 and HIMARS operators across Europe. It is part of the indirect industrial cooperation associated with Finland's F-35 program.
For Insta, the new capability marks a significant step in its European sustainment and lifecycle support business and further strengthens its position as an expert in lifecycle support and sustainment for demanding defence systems. It also deepens international cooperation between Finland and other allied nations.
"This is an important milestone for Insta and a strong step forward in lifecycle support for critical defence systems. The center will support the sustainment of Finland's MLRS fleet, strengthen security of supply, and create readiness to provide sustainment services to other European users," says Petri Reiman, CEO of Insta Advance.
"Our partnership with Insta creates Europe's first dedicated CFCS sustainment centre in Finland, expanding M270A2 and HIMARS support across the continent. The facility secures the supply chain, speeds logistics and technical services and ensures fire control system availability for Finnish and NATO users," said Gaylia Campbell, vice president and general manager, Lockheed Martin Tactical Missiles
For customers, the new capability will improve system availability and strengthen the continuity of operations. Lifecycle planning, spare parts support, obsolescence and technical support will help reduce downtime and maintain operational readiness.
This agreement is made possible through a memorandum of understanding (MoU) Lockheed Martin and Insta signed a last December during the roll-out ceremony of the first of Finland's 64 F-35A fighters, aiming to deepen defence innovation, strengthen industrial resilience and capacity. As a strategic partner of the Finnish Defence Forces, Insta is building long-term maintenance and lifecycle support capability for the avionics systems of Finland's F-35 fleet.
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About Lockheed Martin
Lockheed Martin is a global defense technology company driving innovation and advancing scientific discovery. Our all-domain mission solutions and 21st Century Security(R) vision accelerate the delivery of transformative technologies to ensure those we serve always stay ahead of ready. More information at Lockheedmartin.com.
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About Insta
Insta is a technology company and one of Finland's key partners in defence, cyber security, software consulting, and industry.
We deliver superior performance to our customers through our command-and-control solutions, secure communications and cyber security solutions, and lifecycle services in avionics. We are a strategic partner of the Finnish Defence Forces, and our solutions are field-tested and proven for multidomain operations. We are a reliable partner that helps build future security and decisive capability in an increasingly rapid, networked world. More information: insta.fi
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URL: Insta
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Original text here: https://news.lockheedmartin.com/2026-06-25-Lockheed-Martin-and-Insta-Partner-to-Advance-Europes-First-Multiple-Launch-Rocket-System-MLRS-Common-Fire-Control-System-CFCS-Sustainment-Centre
Dinsmore & Shohl: Joshua Lorentz Featured in Law.com on the Future of Law Firm Recruiting
CINCINNATI, Ohio, June 27 -- Dinsmore and Shohl, a law firm, issued the following news release:
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Joshua Lorentz Featured in Law.com on the Future of Law Firm Recruiting
Dinsmore Managing Partner Joshua Lorentz is featured in a recent Law.com article examining how midsize law firms are adapting as the legal industry's recruiting landscape continues to evolve.
In the article, Josh discusses Dinsmore's proactive approach to attracting top talent, highlighting the firm's national platform, early relationship-building with law schools, and commitment to giving summer associates meaningful exposure
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CINCINNATI, Ohio, June 27 -- Dinsmore and Shohl, a law firm, issued the following news release:
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Joshua Lorentz Featured in Law.com on the Future of Law Firm Recruiting
Dinsmore Managing Partner Joshua Lorentz is featured in a recent Law.com article examining how midsize law firms are adapting as the legal industry's recruiting landscape continues to evolve.
In the article, Josh discusses Dinsmore's proactive approach to attracting top talent, highlighting the firm's national platform, early relationship-building with law schools, and commitment to giving summer associates meaningful exposureto sophisticated work across multiple practice areas.
He also explains how Dinsmore is responding to increased competition by moving quickly on strong candidates while maintaining high return-offer and post-graduation acceptance rates.
Josh's insights underscore Dinsmore's continued investment in recruiting exceptional attorneys and developing the next generation of legal talent.
Read the article here (https://www.law.com/pro-mid-market/2026/06/25/midsize-firms-working-to-keep-up-with-big-law-on-the-trail-for-summer-recruits/).
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Original text here: https://www.dinsmore.com/quotes-mentions/joshua-lorentz-featured-in-law-com-on-the-future-of-law-firm-recruiting/
[Category: BizLaw/Legal]
Dentons Advises CSOB and UniCredit on the Financing of Aurelia's Acquisition of the Trimaran and City Element Office Buildings
WASHINGTON, June 27 -- Dentons, a law firm, issued the following news:
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Dentons advises CSOB and UniCredit on the financing of Aurelia's acquisition of the Trimaran and City Element office buildings
Prague--Global law firm Dentons has advised CSOB and UniCredit Bank Czech Republic and Slovakia on the financing of Aurelia, a Czech real estate fund, in connection with its acquisition of the companies owning the Trimaran and City Element office buildings in Prague's Pankrac business district.
The transaction is one of the most significant real estate acquisitions on the Czech market this
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WASHINGTON, June 27 -- Dentons, a law firm, issued the following news:
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Dentons advises CSOB and UniCredit on the financing of Aurelia's acquisition of the Trimaran and City Element office buildings
Prague--Global law firm Dentons has advised CSOB and UniCredit Bank Czech Republic and Slovakia on the financing of Aurelia, a Czech real estate fund, in connection with its acquisition of the companies owning the Trimaran and City Element office buildings in Prague's Pankrac business district.
The transaction is one of the most significant real estate acquisitions on the Czech market thisyear. The two modern office buildings offer more than 28,000 sq m of leasable space. Both properties feature high sustainability standards, LEED Platinum certification, and are fully leased to a strong and stable tenant base.
Dentons advised the syndicate of financing banks on all legal aspects of the acquisition financing transaction.
Partner Ondrej Barton led the Dentons team, supported by Martin Fiala (Senior Associate) and Tomas Husicka (Associate). Partner Monika Kajankova and Michal Mazacek (Associate) advised on the due diligence.
"We are pleased to have been involved in this strategic acquisition and to have supported our long-standing clients in structuring and implementing the financing. The transaction reflects the continued appetite of banks to finance high-quality commercial real estate assets and underscores the attractiveness of prime office properties in the Czech market," said Ondrej Barton, Partner at Dentons.
With the acquisition of the Trimaran and City Element office buildings, Aurelia has significantly expanded its portfolio of prime office properties and nearly doubled the value of its assets under management.
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About Dentons
Redefining possibilities. Together, everywhere. For more information visit dentons.com
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Original text here: https://www.dentons.com/en/about-dentons/news-events-and-awards/news/2026/june/dentons-advises-csob-and-unicredit-on-the-financing-of-aurelia-acquisition
[Category: BizLaw/Legal]
Barbie Debuts Its First Ever Original Barbie Novel, Barbie: Dreamscape by Bestselling Author Alex Aster, Worldwide This Summer
EL SEGUNDO, California, June 27 -- Mattel, a toy manufacturing company, issued the following news:
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Barbie Debuts Its First Ever Original Barbie Novel, Barbie: Dreamscape by Bestselling Author Alex Aster, Worldwide This Summer
Mattel, Inc. (Nasdaq: MAT), a leading global play and family entertainment company and owner of one of the most iconic brand portfolios in the world, today announced that Barbie: Dreamscape, a new original Barbie(R) young adult novel set in a magical dreamworld written by #1 New York Times Bestselling author Alex Aster, will be available across 237 countries and territories
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EL SEGUNDO, California, June 27 -- Mattel, a toy manufacturing company, issued the following news:
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Barbie Debuts Its First Ever Original Barbie Novel, Barbie: Dreamscape by Bestselling Author Alex Aster, Worldwide This Summer
Mattel, Inc. (Nasdaq: MAT), a leading global play and family entertainment company and owner of one of the most iconic brand portfolios in the world, today announced that Barbie: Dreamscape, a new original Barbie(R) young adult novel set in a magical dreamworld written by #1 New York Times Bestselling author Alex Aster, will be available across 237 countries and territoriesworldwide beginning August 18, 2026.
From Mattel Press, the company's own publishing platform, and brought to life through Alex Aster's signature fantasy voice, Barbie: Dreamscape is a richly imagined coming-of-age story about teenaged Barbie, whose perfectly planned future is shattered when she is declared Fateless at her enchanted school's graduation. To earn a Fate, she must journey across treacherous, magical lands in search of the mysterious beings who control the destinies of everyone in Heartland - and the buried truths that could change her world forever.
Barbie: Dreamscape is the first ever original Barbie YA novel and features the iconic protagonist in a magical dreamworld, defying expectations, rewriting the rules, and stepping out of the box into the unexpected.
This first ever Barbie YA novel will truly be a universal storytelling moment with an internationally recognized author and the world's biggest publishers collaborating with Mattel.
Launch dates vary by territory, and all currently confirmed publication dates are listed below.
* BARBIE: DREAMSCAPE
Publication Date: August 18, 2026 | Mattel Press | Ages 12 and up | 9781640366008
Available for preorder HERE
* BARBIE: DREAMSCAPE
Publication Date: August 20, 2026 | Penguin Random House UK | Ages 12 and up | 9780241851937
Available for preorder HERE
* BARBIE: DREAMSCAPE
Publication Date: August 18, 2026 | Hardie Grant | Ages 12 and up | 9781761219115
Available for preorder HERE
Since 1959, Barbie has empowered generations to dream big and believe they can be anything, bringing stories to life with innovative products and inspiring content that encourages endless storytelling for fans of all ages. The brand boasts over 175 inclusive looks and offers a unique voice across multiple platforms to engage a wide range of audiences.
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ABOUT BARBIE: DREAMSCAPE
Barbie's life is perfect. She lives in a pink-hued paradise called Heartland where everything is in order and everyone has a role to play. Thanks to the mysterious and all-powerful beings there, she will soon be assigned a Fate at her graduation from the enchanted Swancrest Academy. She's worked hard to earn a good Fate, and her years of endless studying and acing every challenge are about to pay off. But then the unthinkable happens. Barbie is left Fateless - the first in Heartland's history - and her carefully ordered world shatters. Shaken and uncertain, Barbie must confront a future she never imagined: one with no clear path forward.
When a mysterious necklace begins to pulse with hidden power, she is drawn beyond Heartland's protective mists into a daring journey across extraordinary lands. From sun-drenched shores to treacherous, ever-shifting landscapes, to shadowed forests steeped in secrets and magic, each realm will test Barbie's courage, sharpen her wits, and awaken strengths she never knew she possessed - all while drawing her ever closer to a buried truth that could change her world forever.
A richly imagined coming-of-age tale from the premier voice in teen fiction, Barbie: Dreamscape is about defying expectations, rewriting the rules, and discovering that the greatest possibilities lie in stepping out of the box...and into the unexpected.
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ABOUT ALEX ASTER
Alex Aster is one of the most-followed authors in the world, with over 2 million followers, and over half a billion views on her videos. Aster is the #1 New York Times bestselling, #1 Publishers Weekly bestselling, #1 Indie bestselling, and USA Today bestselling author of the wildly popular LIGHTLARK series. LIGHTLARK has been sold in 30+ countries worldwide and Aster inked a major movie deal with Universal Pictures to adapt LIGHTLARK into a film before the book was even published via Abrams.
Since its release in August of 2022, Aster has sold over 4 million copies of LIGHTLARK in the US alone and has spent over 140 weeks on the New York Times Best Sellers list for the series. Aster was celebrated in the annual 2023 Forbes 30 Under 30 list following the meteoric success of the series. The second and third books in the LIGHTLARK series, NIGHTBANE and SKYSHADE, were published in 2023 and 2024, respectively. In 2025, Aster also released two brand-new novellas, GRIM AND ORO, as a companion book to the series as well as the fourth book in the series, CROWNTIDE, which became an instant New York Times bestseller.
Most recently, Aster released her debut in the adult romantasy space with the instant #1 New York Times bestseller STARSIDE, which hit shelves on March 31, 2026, and has spent eight consecutive weeks on the bestsellers list. Following the books huge success, it was announced that Aster will release the sequel STORMSIDE in Fall 2026. In Spring 2025, Aster also published her debut adult novel SUMMER IN THE CITY, a romantic comedy that instantly became a New York Times bestseller. The project rights were immediately snapped up and is now set to become a feature film via New Line Cinema.
In 2020, Aster published her first novel, the first book in the young adult Emblem Island series, CURSE OF THE NIGHT WITCH. The second book of the series was released shortly after in 2021. Aster graduated summa cum laude from the University of Pennsylvania, where she studied creative writing. A
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About Mattel
Mattel is a leading global play and family entertainment company and owner of one of the most iconic brand portfolios in the world. We engage consumers and fans through our franchise brands, including Barbie(R), Hot Wheels(R), Fisher-Price(R), American Girl(R), Thomas & Friends(TM), UNO(R), Masters of the Universe(R), Matchbox(R), Monster High(R), Polly Pocket(R), as well as other popular properties that we own or license in partnership with global entertainment companies. Our offerings include toys, content, consumer products, digital and live experiences. Our products are sold in collaboration with the world's leading retail and ecommerce companies. Since its founding in 1945, Mattel is proud to be a trusted partner in empowering generations to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential. Visit us at mattel.com.
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[Category: BizConsumer Products]
