Official announcements, set launches, promo cards, app updates
The Cardsmiths Currency Summer 2025 Set is now available for pre-order on Cardsmiths.com, with an official release date of 30 July 2025. This marks the second annual summer-themed release for the Currency line — following last year’s 2024 Summer Set. What’s in the 2025 Summer Set? The new set includes 18 brand-new cards, each available…
Back in November 2024, Cardsmiths announced the festive Currency Holiday 2024 Trading Card Packs, the ultimate collectible for fans eager to unwrap the holiday spirit. The set comes with a mix of festive artwork, rare surprises, and exclusive designs, this year’s set offers something magical for everyone — whether you’ve been naughty or nice. Each…
Since June 2025, card collectors and dealers in the Middle East got a major upgrade to their collecting game. The Certified Collectibles Group (CCG) has officially announced the opening of its Dubai office today, bringing world-class card grading and authentication services directly to the region for the first time. What This Means for Card Collectors…
What is Skybox The Matrix Weekly? Upper Deck has launched a new digital trading card series on their e-Pack platform. The Matrix Weekly follows a unique release schedule, dropping new packs every week for 10 consecutive weeks. Each week features 1999 packs, and once they’re gone, they’re gone. This approach differs from traditional trading card…
Certified Guaranty Company (CGC) and Numismatic Guaranty Company (NGC) announced on June 18, 2025, the launch of officially licensed DC custom certification labels. A Notable Development in Card Grading For trading card collectors and fans of graded slabs, this represents an interesting addition to CGC’s services. The new DC custom labels change the standard approach…
The Cardsmiths Gnome Redemption Program is a real-world card redemption initiative that rewards collectors who discover special “Lost Gnome” cards hidden inside select Cardsmiths trading card packs. These gnome cards can be sent back to Cardsmiths in exchange for cryptocurrency-based prizes. This program adds a modern twist to physical card collecting by introducing real-world digital…
In case you missed it, back in 2023, Cardsmiths launched a trading card set unlike any other — one that captures not only the brushstrokes but the spirit of the late, great Bob Ross. Known for his soothing voice and “happy little trees,” Ross has become a cultural icon whose art continues to inspire decades…
April 2024 was an exciting month for collectors, as Cardsmiths rolled out two eye-catching promotional cards that blend cryptocurrency themes with premium card craftsmanship. These limited promos celebrate both artistic innovation and crypto culture, coinciding with Bitcoin’s 2024 halving event. Tom Badley’s “Ant Miner” Cold Foil: A Luxurious Take on Crypto Labor This card was…
Panini releases Hot Wheels Trading Cards Set in May 2025 Few names in toy history ignite nostalgia and excitement like Hot Wheels. Since their debut in 1968, these miniature die-cast cars have thrilled generations of collectors, racers, and dreamers alike. Now, Hot Wheels fans can experience the brand’s most iconic designs in an all-new way—with…
Comic fans and collectors, prepare your bat-signals! Cryptozoic Entertainment has unveiled their latest DC trading card masterpiece: Batman: Hush Essentials Trading Cards. Based on the landmark Batman storyline by Jeph Loeb and Jim Lee, this collection brings one of the most visually stunning Batman arcs to the trading card format with meticulous attention to detail….
