Crunchyroll tops 21 million paid subscribers globally
Category: Industry
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Nintendo Raises Switch 2 Console Prices in Japan, U.S., Canada, Europe
Nintendo also raises Switch prices, Switch Online prices in Japan
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Tokyopop Launches New Tokyopop Kids Imprint
Imprint aims to publish titles for children under 12
Source: https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-05-05/tokyopop-launches-new-tokyopop-kids-imprint/.237105
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Let Me Fix You Anime Delayed After Grooming Allegations Against Buta Productions Co-Founder FAR
Short anime’s account posted that staff did not know of Federico Antonio Russo’s alleged behavior
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Cygames Acquires 3DCG/VFX Studio Griot Groove
Company aims to strengthen video quality, production efficiency with acquisition
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GameStop Makes Bid to Buy eBay
GameStop submits non-binding proposal to acquire 100% of eBay at $125 per share in cash/stock
Source: https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-05-04/gamestop-makes-bid-to-buy-ebay/.237066
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Major Spanish Piracy Site Shut Down After Joint Effort Between Korean Webtoon Companies, Spanish Authorities
Platform recorded approximately 86 million visits in March 2025
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CJ ENM to Spin Off Webtoon Label Manhwa Family as Separate Entity
Company says spin-off will allow each business unit to strengthen its expertise, operate more independently
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Korea's Largest Illegal Webtoon Site Newtoki Shuts Down Ahead of Crackdown
Operator of Newtoki announced all affiliated platforms would cease operations
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Kadokawa Establishes 'Kadokawa Retail Ventures' Company for N. American Retail Business
New company to take over management of Manga Spot bookstores from Kadokawa World Entertainment