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Crunchyroll Partners with Link-U Group, Acquiring 7.03% Stake Worth 917 Million Yen.

Sep 16, 2026•about 2 hours ago

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partnership

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Description

Crunchyroll has entered into a new business partnership with Link-U Group, acquiring a 7.03% stake through a significant share purchase. This investment supports Link-U's medium-term management plan aimed at expanding manga distribution outside Japan.

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Link-U Group

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Link-U Group is a Japanese media company that specializes in digital manga and webtoon services. They operate platforms such as Comikey and Compass, and collaborate with various publishers to broaden manga distribution. Link-U is also involved in streaming and VTuber productions, making them a versatile player in the media landscape.

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