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However, there’s skepticism about the long-term sustainability of these platforms. Some industry insiders suggest that many of these ventures are backed by venture capital and may only be temporary solutions, emphasizing that the audience for webcomics and digital newsletters differs markedly from traditional comic book fans.
The Industry's Response and Future Concerns
Major corporations like Warner Discovery and publishers are contemplating drastic shifts, including hiring Korean artists, creating more manga-style content, and focusing on graphic novels rather than traditional superhero narratives. This shift suggests a possible de-emphasis on Western superhero comics, which have been the industry's bread and butter for decades.