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ElevenLabs licenses Hasbro characters for AI voice applications

AI audio startup ElevenLabs has partnered with Hasbro to license characters like Transformers, Mr. Potato Head, and Monopoly for AI-driven voice applications. This collaboration allows businesses to license these iconic figures through ElevenLabs' Iconic Marketplace, enabling dynamic and interactive uses, such as AI-powered voices for theme park appearances. The deal signifies a growing trend of entertainment companies exploring new revenue streams by leveraging their intellectual property with AI technology. AI

IMPACT Expands the scope of AI voice licensing to include major entertainment franchises, potentially creating new revenue streams and interactive experiences.

RANK_REASON Partnership between a major AI voice company and a large entertainment IP holder.

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ElevenLabs licenses Hasbro characters for AI voice applications

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  1. Mastodon — fosstodon.org TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] ·

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    ElevenLabs Partners With Hasbro’s AI Studios to License Transformers, Mr. Potato Head, Clue Characters and More for AI Use # Variety # News # AI # ElevenLabs https:// variety.com/2026/biz/news/elev enlabs-hasbro-ai-studios-transformers-mr-potato-head-clue-characters-1236766088/

  2. Mastodon — mastodon.social TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] ·

    ElevenLabs Partners With Hasbro’s AI Studios to License Transformers, Mr. Potato Head, Clue Characters and More for AI Use https:// fed.brid.gy/r/https://variet

    ElevenLabs Partners With Hasbro’s AI Studios to License Transformers, Mr. Potato Head, Clue Characters and More for AI Use https:// fed.brid.gy/r/https://variety. com/2026/biz/news/elevenlabs-hasbro-ai-studios-transformers-mr-potato-head-clue-characters-1236766088/