BGMI announces collaboration with upcoming film Kalki 2898 AD
Krafton has announced a new collaboration between Battlegrounds Mobile India (BGMI) and upcoming Tollywood film Kalki 2898 AD. The event teaser shows actor Prabhas as Bhairava along with the BGMI mascot, indicating a special in-game event. Although the specifics have not been revealed yet, players can expect character-specific skins, voice packs 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, where Japanese manga comics have boomed in popularity. As of 2014, Abids second-hand book market has seen unprecedented demand for manga, with enthusiasts preferring hard copies over e-books. “Manga books are our fastest selling items,” said Mohammed Farooq, a book stall owner. Popular titles include ‘Professor Ashwatthama’ and ‘The Adventures of Chahal Pehal’.
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 PM, exclusively for Ultra subscribers in India and other Asian countries. The series stars Anna Nagase as Harley Quinn and Yuichiro Umehara as the Joker. Directed by Eri Osada and featuring character designs by Akira Amano, the anime combines Gotham’s crime with a fantasy world.
FIFA partners with Rocket League for eSports World Cup
The announcement was made during the Rocket League Championship Series on Sunday. Sixteen countries, represented by three players and one substitute, will participate, selected based on their participation in previous Rocket League Major events. Christian Volk, FIFA’s director of eFootball and Gaming, said, “The FIFAe World Cup featuring Rocket League marks a new era for FIFAe.” The tournament is the first eSports event for FIFA since it ended its partnership with EA in 2022.
Apple becomes first company to violate EU DMA rules
The European Commission has officially notified that Apple’s rules prohibit app developers from directing consumers to alternative purchase channels, which is contrary to DMA requirements. Apple’s initial compliance included new terms and fees that complicated rather than complemented the intent of the DMA. These measures, including the core technology fee, were seen as attempts to retain revenue while technically complying with the law. The Commission’s preliminary findings state that Apple’s commercial terms prevent developers from providing pricing information and prohibit external purchase links. As a result, the EU has opened a non-compliance procedure against Apple, insisting on a straightforward adherence to the original vision of the DMA.
