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ANIME IS EATING THE WORLD

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Summary from the TLDR Founders newsletter

The anime industry has evolved from a niche genre to a multi-billion dollar industry, driving pop culture and influencing various forms of media and entertainment. New technologies and business models, such as AI companions, user-generated content platforms, and VTubing, are accelerating the industry's growth and transforming the way fans engage with anime content. As a result, anime is becoming a dominant format for interactive entertainment, enabling fans to create, play, and interact with their favorite characters and stories in new and innovative ways.