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The VCT 2026 last chance qualifier playoffs kicked off with zero blockchain sponsorships in sight, and that silence speaks volumes for the crypto-esports relationship

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One Piece. Iñaki Godoy as Monkey D. Luffy in season 2 of One Piece. Cr. Courtesy of Netflix

Crypto adoption is often measured through market prices, exchange volume, and institutional interest. Those signals matter, but they do not show the whole story. One of the clearest signs of practical adoption is how people use digital assets inside everyday online platforms. Online gaming is becoming one of those testing grounds

BS Asahi has announced the broadcast of a new program called “Virtual Scope.” The broadcast date is July 15th, and the time is from 11:00 PM to 11:30 PM

Skybound Entertainment has announced its panel schedule for San Diego Comic-Con 2026, as well as convention exclusives, which include Invincible collectibles, trading cards, and more

Moana is back in Disney’s new sort-of-live-action remake, but how far does it go from the original? Dwayne Johnson returns as Maui, appearing in the flesh this time around. Catherine Laga’aia plays Moana, who sets out to save her island, along with her chicken. The film features a new song from Lin-Manuel Miranda, who also…

The global music industry’s doubts over K-pop’s longevity have been decisively answered. Driven by high-profile returns and a varied talent roster, K-pop album sales hit an all-time high in the first half of 2026. This indicates a powerful market correction after two consecutive years of cooling momentum

“Haze Seas” lets you take a look at the wonderful world of pirates. Inspired by the world of “One Piece,” this game is one of “Roblox’s” most popular anime RPGs, allowing players to explore vast oceans, collect powerful Devil Fruits, battle enemies, and customize their characters

A Fort Wayne, Indiana, man is making headlines after allegedly castrating himself and then setting his penis on fire