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KakaoX role shifts after spin-off as it seeks new growth engines
Kakao’s planned spin-off will separate KakaoTalk and AI operations from the remaining company, KakaoX, reshaping KakaoX into a future-value investment company. KakaoX will manage stakes in key affiliates and deploy about 6.4 trillion won in investment capacity to support existing units and invest in new businesses and innovative firms. It will focus on areas such as virtual assets, physical AI and global fandom, while returning part of investment gains to shareholders.
Games & Commerce
Kakao Entertainment integrates three story subsidiaries to strengthen IP pipeline
Kakao Entertainment said on Aug. 14 it will integrate three subsidiaries in its story business: Samyang C&C, Intime and Pilyeon Management. The companies decided on the merger at board meetings on Aug. 12 and aim to complete the procedures within the year. The merger involves wholly owned subsidiaries, and the combined entity will keep the Samyang C&C name. Samyang C&C CEO Cha Seong-taek will lead the integrated company.
Games & Commerce
Kakao Piccoma adds short-form anime category to Japan mobile app
Kakao Piccoma is adding a short-form animation category to its Piccoma mobile application in Japan as it moves to diversify its intellectual property. The company said it has officially opened an \"Anime\" category in the app. The service provides short-form animated versions of Japanese manga and webtoons available on Piccoma. Kakao Piccoma plans to release short-form animations in line with publication timing for serialized works and to use AI technology in parts of production.
