Pokémon Cards Could Become “Global Currency” After an Apocalypse, Says Collector and Investor

Trading cards have moved far beyond their traditional role as childhood collectibles, with Pokémon, Magic: The Gathering and other major franchises becoming increasingly connected to entertainment, gaming and investment. Peter Levin, founder and managing director of Griffin Gaming Partners, believes the growth has reached a point where Pokémon cards could theoretically become a form of global currency in an extreme scenario. Levin made the striking prediction while speaking with The Hollywood Reporter about his collecting history and the broader trading…