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China's Black Myth attracts players, brands and game-averse Communists
PS5 sales jump as hit spawns merchandise deals, tourism promotions, counterfeits
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China becomes a player in console games
The inside story on the Asia tech trends that matter, from Nikkei Asia and the Financial Times
Media & Entertainment
Black Myth: Wukong hits PS5s and PCs in Chinese industry 'milestone'
One of this year's hottest console games raises hopes for sector's development
Opinion
Indonesia must prevent return to New Order era mouthpiece media
Broadcasting law revision needs to ensure journalism promotes democracy
Opinion
Black Myth: Wukong release could redefine China's gaming industry
The hype surrounding the 'triple-A' game reveals a Chinese wish for global prestige
Media & Entertainment
Japan's anime industry looks to AI to solve labor crunch
New services can automate backgrounds, coloring and other time-consuming work
Media & Entertainment
Japan's anime exports poised to match chips and steel
Content can be developed into core industry that erases digital trade deficit
Media & Entertainment
Fortnite creator Epic's app store launch ensures 'more freedom' for developers: CEO
New regulations aim to break Apple, Google's dominance in mobile app market
International relations
'Pre-bunking' is key tactic in disinformation fight, says Taiwan's Audrey Tang
Former digital minister says important to warn public to brace for fake news
International relations
Pacific island news outlets face government pressure, China influence
Beijing looks to lean on struggling media through financial support, prompting Australian reply
Opinion
South Korea must learn from China's population long game
Seoul waking up to demographic crisis after long-term complacency
Media & Entertainment
Cambodia's NagaCorp flags up to $95m charge on Russia casino project
Stalled Vladivostok resort threatens to push company into the red
Kashmir turmoil
India's volatile Kashmir feels sting of media crackdown
Dozens of journalists targeted for countering government line, critics say
Media & Entertainment
From Sony to Lenovo, companies tap China's $12bn fandom culture
July convention highlights growing enthusiasm over anime and video games
Media & Entertainment
Vietnam payment app uses Detective Conan to lure customers to stores
MoMo taps Japanese anime for tie-ups that promote online-to-offline commerce
Media & Entertainment
Asian dramas spread across the world through Turkish remakes
South Korean and Japanese content is turning up in over 100 countries
Technology
South Korea's Naver to maintain ownership of Line app operator
Tech company's stake comes under scrutiny after data leaks involving chat app
Companies
Kakao's operating profit jumps 18% on strong ad revenue
Founder's indictment could hurt South Korean tech company's reputation
Media & Entertainment
Sony hikes full-year net profit forecast to $6.7bn
Group president to 'closely' watch direction of U.S. economy
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Sony won't make another bid for Paramount after Skydance deal
Japanese company gives up on acquiring film studio in joint offer with Apollo
Travel & Leisure
'One Piece' statues draw fans from Taiwan, Philippines to Japan region
Series creator Oda teams with hometown of quake-hit Kumamoto to fuel recovery
Media & Entertainment
Japanese publisher to launch 'light novel' app with AI-assisted translations
Shogakukan to offer 400 'light novels' in 2 years for North American readers
Media & Entertainment
K-pop's sway over fan spending lures foreign investors
But BTS agency Hybe's court battle highlights looming governance concerns
Sports
Bundesliga expands Japan footprint on back of Japanese stars
Both goals in Samurai Blue's 2-1 World Cup win came from Germany-based players
Media & Entertainment
Nintendo sales and profit plummet in Q1 as gamers await next console
Weak yen helps sales in Japan as foreign tourists buy the aging Switch