Naver Webtoon partners with Duolingo to expand into the U.S. market - Korean media

Webtoon Entertainment, which operates the manga app "Naver Webtoon," has signed a partnership agreement with Duolingo, the US company that operates the learning app "Duolingo."
Naver Webtoon announced that it will strengthen its North American market by signing a new contract with Duolingo, the owl mascot "Duo," on its English service "WEBTOON."
The two companies will release a total of five webtoons, "Duo Unleashed!", which will feature adventures and travel itineraries.
They will set up a booth at the upcoming "Mixcon" to promote their collaboration. In the future, they plan to hold a variety of programs, including fan meetings by the duo and sales events for limited edition goods.
Webtoon Entertainment also plans to secure contact with the American comics industry, creators, and users through autographing sessions and panel exhibitions by American authors.
"We were looking for opportunities to provide new experiences to our users and connect with more of them," said George Audi, vice president of business development and partnerships at Duolingo.
Naver Webtoon is an ideal partner that can fulfill that role."