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crime-and-technology3 days ago•13 min saved

Trading Card Collector Convicted for $50M Crypto Heist

Jonathan Spalletta, a Maryland-based cybersecurity consultant, was convicted by a New York jury of computer fraud and money laundering for stealing over $50 million from the defunct crypto platform Uranium Finance. The trial revealed that Spalletta exploited smart contract vulnerabilities in 2021 to drain liquidity pools, causing the platform to collapse. He subsequently laundered the stolen funds through complex transactions and spent millions on rare Pokémon and Magic: The Gathering cards, antique Roman coins, and a piece of fabric from the Wright brothers' airplane. Authorities seized approximately $31 million in cryptocurrency in 2025. Spalletta faces a maximum sentence of 20 years in prison, with sentencing scheduled for February 2027.

via Gizmodo|

#collectibles #crime-and-technology #cryptocurrency

entertainment12 days ago•1 min saved

McDonald's to Launch Pokémon TCG Promos in November for 30th Anniversary

McDonald's will release Pokémon Trading Card Game promotional cards in November to celebrate the franchise's 30th anniversary. Community discussions indicate the promotion may involve standard reprints with special foil treatments, though some fans hope for unique art. Concerns have been raised regarding potential food waste and scalper activity, while others express excitement for the collectible items.

via PokeBeach|

#30th-anniversary #collectibles #entertainment

crime-and-law14 days ago•4 min saved

Ohio Man Convicted for Tracking Pokémon Delivery Driver with GPS Device

Kent Kubasta, a 72-year-old Ohio man, pleaded no contest to illegally tracking a Pokémon card delivery driver using a GPS device. He received 12 months of probation, a $500 fine, and mandatory electronic monitoring. The case highlights extreme measures taken by collectors to secure high-demand cards during the franchise's 30th anniversary.

via Boing Boing|

#collectibles #crime-and-law #gps-tracking

collectibles15 days ago•3 min saved

Japanese Release of 1,025-Slot Pokémon TCG Binders Sparks Debate Over Ring Design and Form Coverage

The Pokémon Company has announced a new premium binder line in Japan featuring slots for all 1,025 Pokémon. While the exterior design and comprehensive numbering are praised, collectors criticize the use of ring binders, transparent pages, and top-loading mechanisms. Questions remain regarding whether the binders account for alternate forms like Basculin or Wormadam, and whether a matching 10th-anniversary set will follow.

via PokeBeach|

#binders #collectibles #japan

collectibles16 days ago•6 min saved

Pokémon 30th Celebration Sets New Standard for Accessible Pull Rates

The Pokémon TCG 30th Celebration set features the most accessible pull rates in the modern era, with Special Illustration Rares appearing in 1 in 21 packs. While this abundance has deflated prices for many chase cards, the secret RGB Mew cards remain the most valuable items, with the red variant reaching $6,900 in English markets.

via PokeBeach|

#30th-celebration #card-prices #collectibles

business1 month ago•2 min saved

GameStop Posts Record Q2 Profit Fueled by Collectibles, Expands Growth Bets

GameStop posted a Q2 record operating income of $160.2 million and net income of $298.7 million as total revenue fell to $790.2 million, pressured by the Switch 2 launch and store closures. The standout was a 57% rise in collectibles sales to $356.3 million (45.1% of net sales), with video games and pre-owned revenue down. The company cut SG&A expenses and lifted its adjusted EBITDA outlook to $650 million for the year ending Jan 30, 2027, while pursuing live-commerce initiatives and a potential digital-items marketplace; it continues to pursue a stake in eBay, though bids have been rejected.

via GameSpot|

#business #collectibles #earnings

business1 month ago•27 min saved

GameStop Posts Record Q2 2026 Operating Income as Collectibles Soar and EBITDA Outlook Rises

GameStop reported Q2 2026 net sales of $790.2 million (down from $972.2 million a year earlier) but achieved a record quarterly operating income of $160.2 million, driven by a 57% increase in Collectibles net sales to $356.3 million. Net income was $298.7 million and adjusted EBITDA was $174.0 million, with the company raising its FY2026 Adjusted EBITDA outlook to over $650 million. The quarter introduced a three-category sales mix (Collectibles, Video Games, Pre-Owned/Refurbished) and ended with about $5.4 billion in liquidity, including roughly $4.9 billion in eBay stock; debt was reduced to about $2.8 billion after recent convertible note exchanges. The release also outlines non-GAAP measures and provides a forward-looking outlook.

via GameStop Investor Relations|

#business #collectibles #earnings

sports1 month ago•6 min saved

Gridiron Meets Disney: All 32 NFL Teams Draft a Disney Character

Disney, the NFL, Champion, and Fanatics staged the first Disney NFL Draft at Fanatics Fest, pairing every NFL team with a Disney, Pixar, Marvel, or Star Wars character to reflect each team’s identity. Examples include Raiders–Darth Vader, Cowboys–Woody, Eagles–Doctor Doom, Packers–Chewbacca, Vikings–Thor, Titans–Thanos, Broncos–Maximus, and Rams–Sulley. The full 32-pairing collection supports Disney/ESPN’s Year of the Super Bowl, leading into ESPN’s 2027 Super Bowl presentation.

via Sports Illustrated|

#collectibles #disney #fanatics

design1 month ago•2 min saved

Pumpkin Butterprint Pyrex: A Thrift-Store Treasure for Collectors

Vintage Pyrex Pumpkin Butterprint from 1965 is a coveted thrift-store find, especially in the Cinderella bowl form and orange-on-white (with turquoise variants also made). Produced in limited four-piece promo sets, these pieces now command hundreds at resale. Authenticity tips include checking Pyrex’s historic fonts and Cinderella nesting-bowl features for the Likely real deal. Even a single Pumpkin Butterprint Cinderella bowl can be a valuable addition to a collection.

via Chowhound|

#collectibles #design #kitchenware

collectibles1 month ago•3 min saved

Mod Kitchen Pyrex: A 1958 One-Of-A-Kind Casserole Collectors Seek

Collectors prize the Mod Kitchen Pyrex, a 1958 promotional 1.5-quart yellow oval casserole (the 'New Pyrex Decorator Casserole') that features a bold geometric design and once sold for $3.95; complete dishes with lid can fetch around $100 online, while lidless versions are about $40–$50; its yellow color and the 'PYREX' imprint help it stand out as a rare one-piece item beloved by vintage Pyrex enthusiasts.

via Tasting Table|

#casserole #collectibles #mod-kitchen

gaming1 month ago•1 min saved

Nintendo Unveils 39-Card Physical Reward for Completing the DK Challenge

Nintendo announced a 39‑card physical collectible for completing the DK Challenge, limited to Nintendo Switch Online members on Switch 2. The set includes 24 cards from Donkey Kong Bananza and 15 from DK titles in Nintendo’s retro library. Redemption requires completing all missions by Sept 1, 2026; after finishing, players will receive an email in October with redemption instructions, and My Nintendo points aren’t needed. The DK Challenge was introduced in the June 2026 Direct, spans multiple Donkey Kong games, and a trailer plus a guide are available.

via Nintendo Everything|

#collectibles #dk-challenge #donkey-kong

gaming1 month ago•3 min saved

Wisconsin stash yields 97 pristine Super Mario Bros./Duck Hunt NES cartridges

Two Wisconsin collectors uncovered 97 uncirculated 1993 NES cartridges of 'Super Mario Bros./Duck Hunt,' a rare variant believed to be the last production run; five copies earned PSA perfect 10, an unprecedented score for NES carts, and three perfect-10 carts will be auctioned online while the duo keeps one 10 and several high-9s. The find could attract six- to seven-figure sums, though exact value is unclear, and a charity auction may follow after the initial sale.

via NBC News|

#auction #collectibles #gaming

sports2 months ago•403 min saved

Rhode Island Uncovers Cooper Flagg’s 1-of-1 NBA rookie card

A rare 1-of-1 Cooper Flagg NBA rookie card with a jersey-patch from his Mavericks debut and Flagg’s signature was found in Rhode Island during a live stream by RhodyBreakers. Released in the 2026 Topps Chrome Update Basketball set and bolstered by Flagg’s Rookie of the Year recognition for 2025-26, the card has drawn global attention and the Mavericks have offered an extravagant “1 of 1 for 32” package (tickets, a signed jersey, photos, a VIP tour, etc.) in an effort to acquire it.

via NBC News|

#1-of-1 #collectibles #cooper-flagg

technology2 months ago•2 min saved

Hidden stash of rare Nintendo cartridges could fetch millions at auction

Found in a Wisconsin storage, nearly 100 rare Nintendo cartridges—an unknown version of Super Mario Bros. and Duck Hunt—with unique labels, screws, and boards, three are headed to auction and could fetch millions, and some are PSA 10 graded; a seller says they were to be melted down for gold but were not destroyed.

via ABC7 Los Angeles|

#auctions #collectibles #duck-hunt

technology2 months ago•1 min saved

Box in Wisconsin uncovers nearly 100 rare NES cartridges, including a new Mario Bros variant

A storage box in Waukesha, Wisconsin revealed almost 100 rare NES cartridges, including a previously unknown version of Super Mario Bros and Duck Hunt. The carts show notable differences in stickers, screws, manuals, and motherboard, marking a unique print run in video game preservation. Some copies are PSA 10 graded and three cartridges are headed to auction, potentially fetching millions.

via WISN|

#collectibles #nes #nintendo