.ENIM is planning to request the upcoming ICANN New GTLD round, which indicates a new phase in how anime culture determines its presence on the worldwide internet.
Originally launched in June 2024 as a web3 domain, Anime was also the first initiative that publicly, via Kintsugi Global and not to stop domains, his intention to strive to announce Icann recognition. Since that announcement, both companies have planned and prepared for the formal application process.
If approved, Anime would participate in established extensions such as .com and .org, while he becomes one of the first Fandom-driven TLDs that are designed to work in both Web2 and Web3. This would enable anime fans, makers and companies to use their domains for traditional web functions such as E -mail and websites, while also Web3 functions such as Onchain profiles and payments retain.
“The anime economy is worldwide, but access and identity have not kept pace with the size of the community,” said Ron Scovil, CEO and founder of Kintsugi Global. “By applying anime through Icann, we open the door for fans, makers and brands to deal with traditional and decentralized platforms. This is about giving anime a home that reflects both cultural depth and global reach.”
“Anime is one of the largest cultural movements in the world, with a global fan base of nearly three billion people,” said Sandy Carter, Chief Business Officer of unstoppable domains. “Bringing. Anime in the ICANN process is an important step in bridging fans culture in web2 and web3. It ensures that anime communities worldwide have a safe, accessible and verifiable digital identity that works online everywhere.”
Kintsugi Global brings decades of experience and credibility in Anime and Manga media, led by Scovil’s more than 35 years in the industry. His work has helped shape modern anime economy in various ways:
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Created the North -American manga market of $ 13.5 billion Introducing by co-founder of Tokyopop (formerly Mixx Entertainment) Sailor For the Western target groups and pioneering of the Manga demographic girls of the girls.
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Deserved rare recognition of the Japanese Ministry of Education for the translation of Genji MonogatariDetermining cultural authenticity and demonstrating Japan’s confidence in Kintsugi’s stewardship of his most important literary works.
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Proven track record in media outputsIncluding the sale of $ 75 million from MIXX Entertainment and involvement in the $ 3.5 billion acquisition of FOX Family/Saban, with more than 4 million graphic novels sold.
Anime represents one of the most influential exports in Japan, which generates more than $ 34 billion annually, with an industrial value expected $ 47 billion in 2028.
The formal ICANN application process is expected to be opened in 2026.
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About Kintsugi
Kintsugi Global, Inc., founded in 2021, is inspired by the Japanese art form of repairing broken objects with gold to create something beautiful and valuable. Their mission is to create a fairer and united ecosystem within the anime, mango, games and music industry. Thanks to advanced technologies, Kintsugi Global wants to benefit all stakeholders in these industries, including fans, artists and studios.
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