World According to Griepp
June 6, 2025

In this column, ICv2's Milton Griepp looks at Diamond's role as a one-stop shop for data on upcoming products.

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Total Decline Since January Now Over $10 Million
June 6, 2025
April was a tough month in the Diamond Comic Distributors bankruptcy, bringing the total decline in the company's net worth since January to over $10 million.
To Mark 10th Anniversary of 'Critical Role'
June 4, 2025
The boxed set celebrates the 10th anniversary of the Dungeons & Dragons webseries.
Comics Based on 1990s Animated Show Follow New Toy Release by Mattel
June 3, 2025
The Street Sharks were the stars of an animated show in the 1990s, and Mattel launched a new line of action figures based on the characters in 2024.
Including Former VP of Sales Mike Schimmel
June 2, 2025
Mike Schimmel, formerly Diamond’s VP of Sales, is now SVP of Sales at Alliance.
Citing 'Uncertainty and Lack of Communication'
May 30, 2025
UDON Entertainment will stop shipping to Diamond Comic Distributors because of what the publisher calls "uncertainty and lack of communication" from the new owner.
Filings to Follow
May 29, 2025
The stay was temporary, with briefs due in the coming weeks on the issue.
Administration Appeals
May 29, 2025
The administration immediately appealed the ruling, and asked for the judgment to be stayed.
From Three Weeks in April and May
May 28, 2025
According to the motion, Diamond Comic Distributors has not paid Dynamite Entertainment for three weeks' worth of comics.
Showbiz Round-up
May 27, 2025
As we head into summer, studios are rescheduling movies and making other announcements, and we round them up here.
Including Abrams ComicArts
May 26, 2025
Employees at Abrams Books, including graphic novel, manga, and art book division Abrams ComicArts, have voted to unionize.
Best Cosplay of the Show, Gaming Areas, and More
May 23, 2025
ICv2 returned to the Anime Central (ACEN) floor for more photos.
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