Kakao Webtoon Confirmed for Release on the 1st of Next Month... Adieu! Daum Webtoon

[Asia Economy Reporter Kang Nahum] Kakao Entertainment announced on the 20th that the official domestic launch date of Kakao Webtoon has been set for the 1st of next month.

Accordingly, 'Daum Webtoon Company,' which has built distribution, creation, and marketing capabilities for domestic webtoon works over the past 20 years, will be reorganized into 'Kakao Webtoon Studio.' Park Jung-seo, who led Daum Webtoon, will continue to oversee the operation of Kakao Webtoon Studio.

The creators and production staff of Daum Webtoon will also move to Kakao Webtoon Studio as is, and new works by authors such as Jang Yi, Neonbee & Caramel, Jogeumsan, Bori, and Minhong will be introduced on Kakao Webtoon in the future.

An event to commemorate 'Daum Webtoon 20th Kakao Webtoon 1st' will also be held. Until the 22nd, readers who enjoy works recommended by Daum Webtoon will be given Daum Webtoon cash and entered into a draw to receive Daum Webtoon goods packages.

In addition, through the event page, readers can explore interesting behind-the-scenes stories of Daum Webtoon works. Hidden stories of Daum Webtoon will be revealed, such as the original title of 'Itaewon Class' being 'Hongdae Station Exit 9,' and the fact that Jang Geu-rae, the protagonist of 'Misaeng,' was a character not included in the initial planning stage. A trailer to experience the newly launched Kakao Webtoon will also be provided.

CEO Park said, "Daum Webtoon and the upcoming Kakao Webtoon pursue the same direction of making the world joyfully change through stories," adding, "We will create an advanced webtoon platform based on overwhelming technology and artistic quality."

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