BGMI Announces Collaboration with Upcoming Film Kalki 2898 AD
Krafton has announced a new collaboration between Battlegrounds Mobile India (BGMI) and the upcoming Tollywood film Kalki 2898 AD. The teaser for the event features actor Prabhas as Bhairava with the BGMI mascot, hinting at an exclusive in-game event. While specifics are yet to be disclosed, players can anticipate character-specific skins, voice pack emotes, and crates, similar to previous collaborations. The futuristic theme of Kalki 2898 AD suggests possible map updates and new weapons in BGMI.
Report: Manga Boom in Hyderabad
The influence of Japanese culture in Hyderabad extends beyond anime and K-pop, with Japanese manga comics experiencing a surge in popularity. , the Abids second-hand book bazaar has seen unprecedented demand for manga, with enthusiasts favoring hard copies over e-books. “Manga books are our fastest-selling items,” said Mohamed Farooq, a book stall owner. Popular titles include ‘Professor Ashwatthama’ and ‘The Adventures of Chahal Pahal’.
Ani-One Asia to Stream Suicide Squad ISEKAI Anime in India
Ani-One Asia will stream Wit Studio’s original Suicide Squad ISEKAI anime on June 27 at 12:31 p.m. IST, exclusively for Ultra subscribers in India and other Asian countries. The series features Anna Nagase as Harley Quinn and Yūichirō Umehara as The Joker. Directed by Eri Osada with character designs by Akira Amano, the anime blends Gotham’s crime with a fantasy realm.
FIFA Partners with Rocket League for Esports World Cup
, revealed during the Rocket League Championship Series on Sunday. Sixteen countries, represented by three players and one substitute, will participate, selected based on their involvement in previous Rocket League Major events. Christian Volk, FIFA’s director of eFootball and gaming, stated, “The FIFAe World Cup featuring Rocket League marks a new era for FIFAe.” This tournament is the first esports event for FIFA since it ended its partnership with EA in 2022.
Apple Becomes First Company Charged With Violating EU’s DMA Rules
The European Commission has officially informed . Apple’s regulations restrict app developers from directing consumers to alternative purchasing channels, contrary to DMA requirements. Apple’s initial compliance involved introducing new regulations and fees, which complicated rather than embraced the DMA’s intent. These measures, including the Core Technology Fee, were seen as attempts to maintain revenue while technically adhering to the law. The Commission’s preliminary findings state Apple’s business terms hinder developers from providing pricing information and restrict external purchasing links. As a result, the EU has opened a non-compliance procedure against Apple, pushing for straightforward adherence to the DMA’s original vision.
