Panini accuses Fanatics of misusing confidential licensing information

Panini alleges that Fanatics improperly acquired long-term exclusives by using Panini's confidential information. The lawsuit claims Fanatics accessed sensitive licensing data, including royalty rates and marketing commitments, in violation of confidentiality agreements. This development raises questions about competitive practices within the sports licensing market. Legal proceedings are expected to unfold as both companies prepare their responses.

• 4:37 PMYahoo Sports — “Fanatics acquired its long-term exclusives through …