An independent CPA review raises “substantial doubt” about TOKYOPOP’s ability to continue as a going concern after a failed Naruto exhibition venture left the publisher with nearly $1 million in losses.
Literary agent Paul Levin discussed AI and copyright, work-for-hire, and the state of comic distribution at Long Beach Comic Con’s Legal and Business Aspects of Comic Book Publishing panel.
Long Beach Comic Con 2026 concluded with a 50% attendance boost and 45 hours of programming under new organizer Nerd Street Events. The convention returns August 14-15, 2027.
Japanese pop-rock band Ryokuoushoku Shakai returns with Atamago, their first full-length album since 2025’s Channel U, featuring 12 tracks including tie-ins for anime and TV dramas.
Kura Sushi abruptly ended its Chiikawa collaboration on September 6 following employee misconduct.
Long Beach Comic Con 2026 wrapped its first year under Nerd Street Events with a TMNT Shell-A-Bration, Pokémon and FNAF panels, cosplay contests, and more at the Long Beach Convention Center.
hololive’s 10th anniversary project includes an anime adaptation from Studio KAI. A mysterious keyword “Odeholo” has been unveiled, with full details coming September 23.
Takashi Yamazaki’s GODZILLA MINUS ZERO unleashes a new epic trailer, filmed completely for IMAX.
Manga Lounge is hosting a Yuri & Yaoi event on September 27 and seeking vendors with anime and manga merchandise.
Sony Music Vision’s Always Lalisa documentary opens in IMAX and cinemas worldwide on October 12, followed by a global streaming release on YouTube Premium. Tickets go on sale September 9.
