Hashed and Shard Lab Host Korea's First Collectible Con

Hashed and its subsidiary Shard Lab, in collaboration with Thailand's CP Group, will hold Korea's first 'Collectible Con' from October 2 to 3 at the Stage X Seongsu in Seoul. The event will feature over 50 vendors showcasing a variety of trading cards and anime goods, including Pokémon, One Piece, and Yu-Gi-Oh. Attendees will have the opportunity to trade rare cards and limited edition products, as well as participate in various experiential programs such as live pack openings and card appraisal services. Panel talks and lectures will also be conducted to discuss the latest trends in the collectible market. Korea ranked third in the world for eBay trading card sales in the first quarter of this year, and according to the second-hand trading platform Danggeun, the trading volume of Pokémon cards and One Piece cards increased by 1,114% and 10,605% respectively compared to the same period last year. Admission is free, and attendees can enter by registering in advance and using a QR code.