Issue Focus
K-Comics Beat: A New Platform for Korean Webtoon News in North America
Summary
| Type | Company News | Genre | Comics/Webtoons |
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Detail
Tapas Entertainment, the North American subsidiary of Kakao Entertainment, has launched 'K-Comics Beat' in partnership with the esteemed American comics media outlet, Comics Beat. Officially unveiled on August 1st, 'K-Comics Beat' is a dedicated platform focused exclusively on Korean comics and webtoon content, offering the latest news, interviews, and reviews.
The platform is spearheaded by Comics Beat founder Heidi MacDonald and comic expert Deb Aoki, with sponsorship from Tapas Entertainment. This launch represents a first for Comics Beat, signaling a shift from its traditional focus on Japanese manga or anime to Korean webtoons, highlighting the growing global impact and potential of webtoons.
'K-Comics Beat' aims to cater to enthusiasts of Korean comics and build a vibrant community where fans can delve into the unique world of webtoons. Industry experts anticipate that 'K-Comics Beat' will play a significant role in increasing the awareness and popularity of webtoons across North America.
The platform is spearheaded by Comics Beat founder Heidi MacDonald and comic expert Deb Aoki, with sponsorship from Tapas Entertainment. This launch represents a first for Comics Beat, signaling a shift from its traditional focus on Japanese manga or anime to Korean webtoons, highlighting the growing global impact and potential of webtoons.
'K-Comics Beat' aims to cater to enthusiasts of Korean comics and build a vibrant community where fans can delve into the unique world of webtoons. Industry experts anticipate that 'K-Comics Beat' will play a significant role in increasing the awareness and popularity of webtoons across North America.
Source
연합뉴스 (Yonhap News Agency), '웹툰 불모지' 美에 웹툰뉴스 전문 플랫폼…'K 코믹스비트' 개설, 2024-08-04
