ICv2: The Business of Geek Culture: Merch

A Look at Desirable Obi-Wan Kenobi 'Star Wars' Comics in Anticipation of the Upcoming Streaming Series

May 18, 2022

This article takes a look at comics featuring characters slated to appear in the new Obi-Wan Kenobi series.

As Industry Mourns Pax East Covid Fatality

May 18, 2022

Gen Con and Origins have announced Covid policies for their shows, as the games industry mourns a Pax East employee that passed away due to Covid.

Column by Rob Salkowitz

May 16, 2022

This week, columnist Rob Salkowitz looks at recent trends for financial assets, what that might mean for collectibles, and suggests we buckle up.

Learned It's Tough to Un-Ring a Bell

May 16, 2022

Mind's Eye owner Eric Childs found that it's tough to un-ring a bell.

Also: Wattpad CEO Lau Moves to Webtoon as Executive Advisor

May 12, 2022

In other Webtoon news, Wattpad CEO and co-founder Allen Lau announced he is stepping down as CEO and moving to Webtoon as Executive Advisor.

Fulfillment Services for Independent Retailers Expand

May 11, 2022

The acquisition allows Shopify Fulfillment Network to expand its services for independent retailers.

Covid Safety Rules in Place

May 10, 2022

San Diego Comic-Con will require attendees to follow Covid safety rules at its flagship summer convention.

Funko Signs Deal with eBay for Exclusives, More

May 6, 2022

As part of the transaction, Funko has signed a deal with eBay for exclusive product releases and a broader relationship.

Doctor Strange, Captain Carter, More

May 6, 2022

Diamond Select Toys and Gentle Giant Ltd. have announced a new batch of Fall 2022 releases.

Four TCGs, Including Some SKUs in Clearance

May 6, 2022

We found four TCGs, including some SKUs moved to Clearance, board and card games, and of course, lots of POP!s and other merch.

Column by Steve Bennett

May 4, 2022

This week, columinist Steve Bennett higlights the Kids comics featured on Free Comic Book Day 2022.

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