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BLACKPINK’s Lisa unveils Lalisa Comics with debut title ALTER-EGO: THE OFFICIAL COMIC

BLACKPINK's Lisa launches Lalisa Comics to debut "Alter-Ego: The Official Comic," inspired by her upcoming solo album.

Hilary Leung - February 20, 2025

WEBTOON launches $200,000 video contest to celebrate fandom

WEBTOON is celebrating fandom like never before with its biggest video contest yet! Fans can showcase their creativity by making TikToks or YouTube Shorts inspired by their favorite WEBTOON Originals for a chance to win a share of $200,000 in prizes.

Hayame Kawachi - February 10, 2025

NEZHA 2 smashes box office records in China

"Nezha 2" has made history as it breaks the $1 billion barrier at the box office in less than two weeks after its release.

February 10, 2025

Manta adds new subscription plan to include GEM titles

Manta will launch the Premium Plan which grants access to its library and Gem-only titles that were previously barred to subscribers.

February 4, 2025

YONDER, Wattpad WEBTOON’s serial fiction app, set to shutter in July

Wattpad WEBTOON’s YONDER app will shut down on July 31, 2025. Readers can use remaining coins until then and enjoy stories until the closure.

February 1, 2025

Korean webcomics platform Peanutoon to shutter in February

Hilary Leung - January 16, 2025

The Korean webcomics platform Peanutoon has suddenly announced service termination at the end of February, leaving creators scrambling to find a new home for their works.

Wattpad WEBTOON Taps Shane Mang to Lead Licensing & Merchandise

Hayame Kawachi - December 13, 2024

Shane Mang joins WEBTOON as Head of Licensing & Merchandise to bring fans exclusive new merch!

Stillfront and WEBTOON team up: popular webcomics turned into free-to-play mobile games

Hayame Kawachi - December 12, 2024

Stillfront’s Nanobit partners with WEBTOON to create mobile games based on hit webcomic series.

Webcomics 101: Remembering Spottoon

Hayame Kawachi - December 11, 2024

Spottoon was one of the companies that pioneered the Korean webcomic scene, offering officially licensed, English-translated manhwa through a mobile-friendly app and website.

How K-Pop and K-Dramas are attracting visitors to South Korea

Hayame Kawachi - December 9, 2024

South Korea is solidifying its place as a must-visit location for entertainment lovers and cultural enthusiasts alike.

How webcomic fans are driving physical book sales

Hayame Kawachi - November 28, 2024

Webcomic readers are reshaping the publishing industry by driving the demand for physical books. Their enthusiasm unites digital storytelling and print, showcasing the enduring appeal of tangible formats in an increasingly online world.