FT’s Picks of the Week highlight notable C-suite moves, brand milestones, tech tidbits and other franchise news, sourced by the Franchise Times editorial team.

Illumination's Villain-Con Minion Blast is now open at Universal Studios Japan. Check out the ride's gift shop, Evil Stuff, ...

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