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Crunchyroll Breach: 100 GB of PII Allegedly Stolen Through Telus Partner
cybersecurity19 days ago

Crunchyroll Breach: 100 GB of PII Allegedly Stolen Through Telus Partner

A threat actor claims to have exfiltrated about 100 GB of Crunchyroll customer data—PII including IP addresses, emails, and credit card details—from Crunchyroll after compromising a workstation at Telus’ BPO partner. The breach reportedly occurred on March 12, 2026, with the actor stating access lasted roughly 24 hours and that Crunchyroll has not publicly disclosed the incident. The event fits a pattern seen in the Telus Digital breach, highlighting risk from outsourcing providers handling authentication and billing across client environments.

Sony-backed Crunchyroll hikes subscriptions after scrapping free tier
business2 months ago

Sony-backed Crunchyroll hikes subscriptions after scrapping free tier

Crunchyroll raised monthly prices by up to 20% across its remaining plans after eliminating the free tier at the end of 2025, with new subscribers paying the higher rates immediately and existing subscribers seeing changes after March 4. The move follows Sony’s 2020 acquisition of Crunchyroll and the Funimation merger, highlighting ongoing consolidation in the anime streaming market and a trend toward higher costs for fans.

Crunchyroll hikes prices, but adds offline downloads to the cheapest plan
entertainment2 months ago

Crunchyroll hikes prices, but adds offline downloads to the cheapest plan

Crunchyroll is raising its prices in the US and select international markets across all tiers (Fan, Mega Fan, Ultimate Fan): Fan goes from $7.99 to $9.99/month, Mega Fan from $11.99 to $13.99, and Ultimate Fan from $15.99 to $17.99, with existing subscribers seeing the new prices after March 4; the Fan Tier now includes offline downloads on one device, a perk previously limited to higher tiers, as streaming price hikes continue across major platforms.

entertainment6 months ago

‘Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle’ Sets Box Office Records, Highlighting Anime's Global Rise

The success of 'Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle,' which has become the highest-grossing Japanese film and top-earning anime feature ever, underscores the massive global popularity of anime. Crunchyroll CEO Rahul Purini highlights how this milestone demonstrates anime's mainstream appeal, its diverse audience, and the strategic importance for Sony, which has integrated anime into its core growth sectors. The film's success is expected to boost future installments, streaming, merchandising, and further solidify anime's position in global entertainment.

Sekiro Anime Adaptation Announced for 2026 with First Trailer
entertainment7 months ago

Sekiro Anime Adaptation Announced for 2026 with First Trailer

An official anime adaptation of Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice, titled Sekiro: No Defeat, has been announced, set to feature fully hand-drawn animation and debut later in 2026 exclusively on Crunchyroll outside Japan, China, and Korea. The adaptation aims to respectfully bring the game's story and aesthetic to life, with a talented cast and crew involved in its production.

entertainment9 months ago

Anime Expo 2025 Celebrates Two Decades of Global Anime Culture in Los Angeles

Anime Expo in Los Angeles, attracting 100,000 fans, is a major event for Crunchyroll and Sony Pictures to connect with dedicated anime fans, promote new projects, and celebrate anime as a global art form and lifestyle. The event highlights the growing popularity of anime, fan engagement through cosplay and social media, and the importance of anime in mainstream entertainment, with Crunchyroll emphasizing its role as a comprehensive destination for anime enthusiasts.

"Crunchyroll Announces Theatrical Releases for Haikyu!!, Blue Lock, and Overlord Anime Movies"
entertainment2 years ago

"Crunchyroll Announces Theatrical Releases for Haikyu!!, Blue Lock, and Overlord Anime Movies"

Crunchyroll announced plans to bring three anime movies, "Haikyu!!: The Dumpster Battle," "Blue Lock The Movie – Episode Nagi," and "Overlord: The Sacred Kingdom," to North American theaters, underscoring the growing mainstream appeal of anime. The move comes as anime has become increasingly important in domestic theaters, offering alternative programming amid a slowdown in studio films. Crunchyroll, which was acquired by Sony in 2021, has seen success with previous anime releases and aims to capitalize on the passionate fanbase and unique storytelling of anime on the big screen.

Crunchyroll Sparks Outrage by Swapping Miku Expo Hologram for Flatscreen TV
entertainment2 years ago

Crunchyroll Sparks Outrage by Swapping Miku Expo Hologram for Flatscreen TV

Fans are outraged after Crunchyroll's North American Miku Expo events featured virtual diva Hatsune Miku on a flat-screen TV instead of a hologram, leading to criticism of understocked merch vendors, expensive tickets, and a disappointing concert experience. Attendees are considering legal action, as they feel misled by event organizers who allegedly kept the use of a TV instead of a hologram a secret until the event.

"The Future of Anime Streaming: Mergers, Myths, and Must-Watch Recommendations"
entertainmenttech2 years ago

"The Future of Anime Streaming: Mergers, Myths, and Must-Watch Recommendations"

Funimation and Crunchyroll are working to compensate customers who will lose their digital libraries in the upcoming merger, with options such as access to digital copies on other services or discounts on subscription services. However, the process seems inconsistent and difficult to take advantage of, with some customers receiving boilerplate responses from customer service. The merger comes after Sony's acquisition of Funimation and Crunchyroll, and customers are concerned about losing access to their digital copies. Sony customers have previously faced similar issues with their digital purchases, raising concerns about the handling of digital libraries in the entertainment industry.

Sony Pictures' Third-Quarter Profits Soar to $281 Million
business2 years ago

Sony Pictures' Third-Quarter Profits Soar to $281 Million

Sony Pictures Entertainment's profits for the third-quarter of fiscal year 2023 surged 57% to $281 million, with revenues also rising 5% to $2.473 billion. The increase was attributed to higher television and digital streaming licensing revenues, home entertainment sales, and the success of theatrical releases like "Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse." Additionally, the company noted significant increases in the Financial Services, Pictures, and Music segments, with a 16% rise in sales for Games & Network Services. Sony also highlighted the success of Crunchyroll and expects the impact of Hollywood strikes to be around $133 million.