Virtual Icon Awards Sets February 27-28 Debut at KINTEX
KOVHIA's first Virtual Icon Awards will hand out 20 prizes across four categories, with main voting opening November 2.
The Korea Virtual Human Industry Association (KOVHIA) announced that the first Virtual Icon Awards will be held over two days, February 27-28, at KINTEX, according to joynews24.com.
Main voting is set to begin on November 2. The awards cover four categories — virtual idols, virtual streamers, virtual characters and virtual creators — with 20 awards in total.
One final winner chosen from among the grand prize recipients in the idol, streamer and character categories will receive the first Virtual Icon Grand Prize.
The event's slogan centres on talent shining beyond the world's prejudices.
Quick answers
When will the first Virtual Icon Awards take place?
The event is scheduled for February 27-28 at KINTEX.
When does voting open for the Virtual Icon Awards?
Main voting begins on November 2.
How many awards will be given out?
There are 20 awards in total across four categories: virtual idols, virtual streamers, virtual characters and virtual creators.