Group 1 - The company announced a strategic partnership to diversify its intellectual property business through participation in an IP-oriented exhibition [1] - A wholly-owned subsidiary has entered into an agreement with a registered entity in China to become a strategic participant in a well-known Japanese anime exhibition scheduled between September 2025 and January 2026 [1] - The subsidiary will provide financial support for the exhibition, while the partner entity will manage logistics and provide access to the intellectual property, creating a platform for anime enthusiasts [1] Group 2 - The Japanese anime intellectual property market was valued at $13.9 billion in 2023 and is expected to reach $20.38 billion by 2033, with a compound annual growth rate of 3.9% [2] - The growth is driven by streaming platforms, an expanding fan base, and innovative merchandising strategies, with major consumers in mainland China, Hong Kong, South Korea, and Southeast Asia [2] - Japan's cultural market has seen an 11% growth since 2019, with a strategic plan aiming to establish a $139.7 billion overseas market by 2033 to strengthen its position in the Asian cultural and tech IP sectors [2] - The partnership allows the company to leverage these trends and diversify its revenue sources through high-demand intellectual property [2] - The board believes this partnership provides valuable opportunities to establish strategic relationships with globally recognized IP and brands, enhancing the company's corporate image and market position [2]
应星控股与合作实体订立协议，预期成为在中国举行的日本知名动漫航海王知识产权展览的战略参与方