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Hang Lung’s Changemakers Program Drives Collaboration and Impact with Tenants

Sustainability Partnership Empowers All Kinds of Tenants


HONG KONG SAR & SHANGHAI, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 23 July 2024 – Hang Lung Properties (SEHK stock code: 00101) (“the “Company” or “Hang Lung”) is pleased to share the progress of its nationwide sustainability initiative, Changemakers: Tenant Partnerships on Sustainability (“Changemakers Program” or “The Program”), which was launched in December 2023, and now has 16 participants. The Program, which is available to all tenants at Hang Lung in Hong Kong and mainland China – fosters collaboration, impact and recognition through sustainability actions.

The pilot Changemakers Program participants unite for an engaging introduction session
The pilot Changemakers Program participants unite for an engaging introduction session

The Changemakers Program offers a variety of sustainability actions to tenants of all sizes in sectors such as office, retail, food and beverage (F&B), and hospitality to reduce carbon emissions, minimize waste, advance circularity, and enhance community wellbeing. Participants can choose to participate at either the “Foundational” or “Advanced” level. The Program brings value to participants by offering capacity-building resources, energy performance benchmarking, technical services and support, volunteering opportunities, and recognition for their ESG efforts.

Hang Lung facilitates a dynamic session where representatives from Swire Coca-Cola and Greeners Action inspire our F&B tenants with valuable insights and solutions on waste management and circularity
Hang Lung facilitates a dynamic session where representatives from Swire Coca-Cola and Greeners Action inspire our F&B tenants with valuable insights and solutions on waste management and circularity

Mr. Weber Lo, Chief Executive Officer of Hang Lung Properties, said, “Sustainability calls for businesses and other stakeholders to join forces, and landlords and tenants can collaborate in the built environment. Hang Lung warmly invites like-minded tenants to join our Changemakers Program and become part of a vibrant sustainability community. Through concrete actions and sharing best practices, we can achieve a meaningful collective impact.”

Since its launch in December 2023, the Changemakers Program has enlisted a diverse range of companies as pilot participants across 14 properties, together comprising a total leased area of more than 78,000 square meters. These forward-looking companies are taking tangible steps towards improved climate resilience, resource management, and wellbeing. Participating tenants include (in alphabetical order):

  • Office: CBC Healthcare Infrastructure Platform (CBC HIP), Centre for Asian Philanthropy and Society, Credit Agricole CIB (China) Limited, HSBC China, KPMG China, MUFG Bank (China), Ltd., Siemens Ltd., China Shenyang Branch, Taikang Life Co., Ltd. Hubei branch, UPS
  • Retail: AEON Stores (Hong Kong) Co., Limited, ANTA, Decathlon Hong Kong, Longchamp, Qeelin
  • Food and beverage: Cuisine Continental (HK) Ltd. – alfafa, Tam Jai International Co. Limited

Hang Lung works to integrate ESG initiatives throughout its business, from construction to daily operations. These efforts align with its ambitious sustainability goals for 2025, 2030, and 2050. Recent notable initiatives include: a ‘Lightwise’ program that promotes nationwide energy efficiency, with an impressive 93% tenant participation rate across Mainland Properties; collaboration with selected tenants and suppliers on low carbon concrete bricks and gypsum board; and engagement with strategic suppliers on sustainable procurement practices. These initiatives exemplify Hang Lung’s mission to connect stakeholders for sustainable growth and positive change.
Hashtag: #HangLungProperties

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About Hang Lung Properties

Hang Lung Properties Limited (SEHK stock code: 00101) creates compelling spaces that enrich lives. Headquartered in Hong Kong, Hang Lung Properties develops and manages a diversified portfolio of world-class properties in Hong Kong and the nine Mainland cities of Shanghai, Shenyang, Jinan, Wuxi, Tianjin, Dalian, Kunming, Wuhan and Hangzhou. With its luxury positioning under the “66” brand, the company’s Mainland portfolio has established its leading position as the “Pulse of the City”. Hang Lung Properties is recognized for leading the way in enhanced sustainability initiatives in real estate as it pursues sustainable growth by connecting customers and communities.

At Hang Lung Properties – We Do It Well.

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NIA Unveils ‘Groom – Grant – Growth – Global’ Strategy to Drive Thailand Towards Becoming an Innovation Nation, Showcasing One Year of Success as the ‘Innovation Focal Conductor’

NIA to strengthen innovation in Thailand with new financial mechanisms, promoting the export of Thai innovative products to international markets and leverage digital technologies in five dimensions to enhance organizational operations


BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 23 July 2024 – The National Innovation Agency (Public Organization) or NIA has unveiled its strategy for driving Thailand towards being an innovation nation, “NIA Focal Conductor: Leading Thailand to be an Innovation Nation” under the concept of “Groom – Grant – Growth – Global”. The agency has also introduced its management team to drive and strengthen Thailand’s innovation ecosystem in all dimensions, including financial support, innovation entrepreneur development, access to innovation infrastructure, and for adaptation to full-scale digital transformation. This is to pave the way for strengthening and creating opportunities for Thai innovation entrepreneurs to grow and expand their investments in both domestic and international markets, leading to a positive and sustainable impact on the country’s economy and society.

The National Innovation Agency (Public Organization)
The National Innovation Agency (Public Organization)

Dr. Krithpaka Boonfueng, Executive Director of the National Innovation Agency, said that NIA is moving forward in its role as an “Innovation Focal Conductor” by working closely with partners both domestically and internationally to promote and support innovation-based entrepreneurs (IBEs) in all dimensions. The agency has five main goals: 1. Create and link IBE development platforms, 2. Create innovators and IBEs through the NIA Academy, 3. Strengthen the Thai innovation system and innovation ecosystem, 4. Raise the level of Thai innovation in the global innovation index, and 5. Adjust NIA’s role in driving the economy and society. The agency focuses on five key industries: agriculture, food, and high-value herbs; health and medicine; energy, electric vehicles and the environment; tourism; and soft power.

Over the past year, working under the concept of Groom – Grant – Growth, NIA has developed innovation capabilities and potential through the NIA Academy, which offers courses in collaboration with partners from both the public and private sectors, such as Siam Commercial Bank, Government Savings Bank, the Stock Exchange of Thailand, the Thai-Chinese Association, xLab Digital Co., Ltd., and the United Nations Organization for Women.

The agency has also created regional innovators and innovation city developers, promoted the business capabilities of entrepreneurs and has developed innovation business plans in the regions and online platforms such as InnoMall. NIA has also developed and promoted startups through startup league activities, a global startup center that facilitates startups by providing them with consulting, investor networks, and smart visas. Earlier this year, ‘UniFAHS’ Protein from natural phage for controlling pathogenic bacteria in animals, one of the agricultural startups that has been incubated and received seed funding from NIA, was able to expand and receive investments from ADB Ventures and InnoSpace (Thailand) of over 53 million baht.

NIA is also enhancing its financial support mechanisms to meet the needs of innovation entrepreneurs, such as mechanisms for expanding regional innovation to the market, mechanisms for supporting consultants to develop innovation, and corporate co-funding mechanisms. NIA has supported 319 regional innovation projects with a total of 566.88 million baht in funding and has co-invested with listed investors under the corporate co-funding mechanism for 141.43 million baht, expecting a business value of over 1,750 million baht.

The agency also promotes and disseminates successful innovation cases through Nilmangkorn (Black Dragon Horse) project, which this year has been expanded to Nilmungkorn 10X, which focuses on creating high-quality innovation entrepreneurs to enter the capital market with a sales target of no less than 100 million baht within 3 years. NIA has also developed a startup acceleration program in 4 areas: food technology, agricultural technology, health technology, and climate technology. The agency brings promising innovation entrepreneurs to participate in international exhibitions to create opportunities for global market expansion, such as in Germany, Japan, etc. In addition, NIA emphasizes the use of data to drive the innovation system through the “Thailand Innovation Portal” service platform, which has over 90,000 innovation data items and over 3,600 users.

“For the next step, in the role “Focal Conductor,” NIA will expand on the Groom – Grant – Growth concept by adding “Global” to focus on promoting innovation entrepreneurs to exponential growth both domestically and internationally. This will be done through projects and collaboration with network partners to expand the number of potential innovation entrepreneurs, to accelerate the Startup Act, promote various forms of co-investment from both public and private sources, develop a startup acceleration program in target industries such as medicine and climate change technology, to promote business expansion into international markets, and strengthen Thailand’s innovation network and readiness to work with the NIA to drive innovation. NIA aims to drive Thailand towards becoming an innovation nation recognized on the world stage.”

Dr Sura-at Supachatturat, Deputy Executive Director of Innovation Development, said that NIA has been accelerating the creation of more innovative companies and strengthening their business structures. “Access to funding” is a critical factor in facilitating the accessibility and equitable allocation of resources for SMEs, startups, social enterprises, and community enterprises. This year, NIA has developed new financial support mechanisms to better address the needs of innovative businesses for sustainable growth and market expansion through seven main mechanisms:

1. Regional Innovation Expansion to the Market for market testing and the improvement of innovative products or services to enable commercialization and reach new customer bases.

2. Targeted Innovation Project Funding for market feasibility testing of innovative products or services to improve products and services to target markets, and for evaluating economic and investment viability.

3. Innovation Development Consultant Support Mechanisms for hiring consultants to enhance internal organizational processes in business strategy, marketing, intellectual property, accounting, finance and investment, and international trade.

4. Product Testing for Compliance with Relevant Standards for hiring consultants, improving internal organizational processes, conducting testing and analysis, and for reviewing and evaluating to seek product registration or certification that is crucial for business growth.

5. Innovative Business Expansion for testing innovations in public and private sector entities to expand innovative businesses into target customer segments, along with economic and operational assessments.

6. Partial Interest Subsidies to enhance liquidity for the growth of innovative businesses.

7. Corporate Co-Funding Mechanism for Technology and Innovation Business Growth and Market Expansion through collaboration with public and private sources of funds or Corporate Co-Funding to support activities related to business growth development, such as product development, marketing, capacity expansion, team growth, and intellectual property management and there is a repayment requirement when the project is commercially successful.

Mr Pariwat Wongsamran, Deputy Executive Director of Innovation Systems, said that, apart from financial support, NIA also focuses on the development capabilities of innovation entrepreneurs and innovation infrastructure to elevate Thai innovation entrepreneurs to the global market under the “Local to Global” concept. This has three main goals:

1. To strengthen regional innovation systems by promoting access to innovation infrastructure in business knowledge, technology, intellectual property, prototyping facilities, finance, investment, and domestic and international marketing through collaboration with regional science parks and universities, the creation of innovation districts and innovation cities.

2. To develop Thailand’s target industries by providing resources and market linkages to targeted industries that are prominent and have growth potential, including agriculture, food and herbs, health and medicine, energy, environment, electric vehicles, tourism, and soft power. It also involves developing human resources to support these industries, such as artificial intelligence (AI), electric vehicles (EVs), and semiconductors.

3. To promote Thai innovation entrepreneurs to the global market by creating opportunities for business expansion and fundraising to enhance the country’s innovation capabilities and competitiveness through international market linkages, partnership building, and business matching activities in foreign countries such as the United States, Finland, China, Japan, Korea and Hong Kong.

Ms Supichaya Limtrakul, Deputy Executive Director of Organizational Strategy, said that in today’s world, digital transformation is about increasing opportunities and the potential to serve innovation entrepreneurs through digital means in a comprehensive way. NIA is focused on creating service and work experiences for personnel that meet the needs of the modern economy and the lifestyles of the new generation. It is prioritizing digital transformation in five areas:

1. Digital Service: focusing on creating a Digital Service Journey alongside the Innovation Journey through the Groom-Grant-Growth program, which will be divided into both internal and external service recipients.

2. Digital People: this involves developing staff to keep up with the changes in Digital Literacy to become Digital Competency, especially towards AI Competency.

3. Digital Connectivity: connecting work and with access to services anytime and anywhere to meet the needs of society and the lifestyles of the new generation.

4. Digital Compliance: This involves raising the standard of data management and cybersecurity to international standards.

5. Digital Data: A Central Innovation Data Platform to enhance the use of data for innovative businesses.

Hashtag: #NationalInnovationAgency #NIA

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Deloitte reveals the latest trends in the cross-border payment revolution

New paper ‘Beyond Payments’ identifies four key developments in cross-border commerce that deliver opportunities for merchants to create a frictionless and extended consumer journey


HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 23 July 2024 – Throughout the past decade, the rapid proliferation of mobile payment solutions has been a key enabler for digital economies across Asia and beyond. Building on our 2020 report, ‘The Next Wave: Emerging digital life in South and Southeast Asia’, which explores the emerging digital life in South and Southeast Asia, this paper examines new policy, industrial and technological developments over the past four years in the Asia Pacific region. Governments’ initiatives to develop digital economies, as well as public-private collaboration in modernizing payment infrastructure, has helped to install fast payment systems and national QR code schemes. Accelerating cross-border commerce has spurred the demand for payment interoperability. E-wallets have embraced the concept of super apps to provide a suite of services through mini apps. All these factors have contributed to the checkout revolution, as the checkout moment now opens up new possibilities for a much more extended and varied consumer engagement journey.

Amid the constantly evolving cross-border checkout revolution, we have identified four key trends:

  1. The Asia Pacific region leads the world in digital payment adoption, accounting for nearly two-thirds of global digital wallet spend at US$9.8 trillion. Digital wallets are attracting numerous players to join the race, all extending partnerships with e-wallets and fintech players.
  2. With cross-border payment interoperability becoming a dominant theme for e-wallet adoption in the Asia Pacific region, public and private efforts have been made to upgrade digital infrastructure. For instance, national QR schemes from Singapore and Cambodia have partnered with Alipay+ to bridge the cross-border gap between their home QR schemes. Cross-border payment linkages have also been launched in Southeast Asia.
  3. Responding to the trend of omnichannel commerce post-pandemic, e-wallets and banking apps are quickly evolving into super apps by assembling a suite of services into their integrated platform, such as in 2023 the super app Livin’ by Mandiri being ranked as the 2023 fastest-growing mobile app in Indonesia. Many retailers and merchants are undergoing omnichannel transformations to create a seamless, personalized user experience.
  4. Payment solutions and innovations have become an anchor for inclusive and sustainable growth. Fintech innovators are empowering Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (‘MSMEs’) to grow and reach global markets, while assisting their digital and sustainability transformation.

The fast-growing and changing payment landscape has also increased the threat of financial crime. Fraudsters are constantly weaponizing new technologies to exploit vulnerabilities in the payment ecosystem. Concerns over financial crime are further heightened as more MSMEs deepen digitalization while having limited resources allocated to cybersecurity. Industry-wide collaboration and public-private partnerships will be paramount to carrying out cooperative, pragmatic approaches to bring fintech innovations and digitalization to fruition and to drive long-term social impact.

For more details, please refer to: https://www2.deloitte.com/content/dam/Deloitte/cn/Documents/technology-media-telecommunications/deloitte-cn-tmt-beyond-payment-en-240711.pdf
Hashtag: #Deloitte

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Grand Opening of Hotel Central Promotes Cultural Heritage and Community Tourism Development


MACAO SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 22 July 2024 – The Lek Hang Group proudly announces the grand opening of its flagship property, Hotel Central, an iconic symbol of Macao’s cultural heritage and a historic landmark located on the Macao Peninsula.

Sio Chong Meng, founder and chairman of Lek Hang Group, along with a group of guests, participated in the ribbon-cutting ceremony at the grand opening of the Hotel Central
Sio Chong Meng, founder and chairman of Lek Hang Group, along with a group of guests, participated in the ribbon-cutting ceremony at the grand opening of the Hotel Central

The opening ceremony on 22 July was officiated by several distinguished guests, including Ho Hau Wah, Vice Chairman of the National Committee of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference; Kou Hoi In, President of the Legislative Assembly of Macao; Bai Bing, Director of the Department of Publicity and Culture of the Liaison Office of the Central People’s Government in Macao SAR; Maria Helena de Senna Fernandes, Director of MGTO, representing the Secretary for Economy and Finance of the Macao Government; Leong Wai Man, Director of the Cultural Affairs Bureau, representing the Secretary for Social Affairs and Culture of the Macao Government; Zhong Yi Seabra de Mascarenhas, Vice President of the Board of Directors of the Macao Foundation; José Maria da Fonseca Tavares, Chairman of the Administration Committee on Municipal Affairs of Macao; Chan Tze Wai, Deputy Director of the Economic and Technological Development Bureau; U U Sang, Director of IPIM; Zhu Qiangbiao, Vice President of the Bank of China Macao Branch; Sio Chong Meng , Founder and Chairman of Lek Hang Group, accompanied by his wife; and renowned Hong Kong actor Simon Yam. Following the ceremony, Chairman Sio personally led the distinguished guests on a tour, showcasing the revitalization achievements of Hotel Central.

Ho Hau Wah, Vice Chairman of the National Committee of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference, Kou Hoi In, President of the Legislative Assembly of Macao and Sio Chong Meng, Founder and Chairman of Lek Hang Group, presided over the lion's eye-dotting ceremony
Ho Hau Wah, Vice Chairman of the National Committee of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference, Kou Hoi In, President of the Legislative Assembly of Macao and Sio Chong Meng, Founder and Chairman of Lek Hang Group, presided over the lion’s eye-dotting ceremony

In his opening ceremony address, Chairman Sio Chong Meng stated, “In recent years, the Macao government has been keenly focused on the preservation and revitalization of the historic city center, encouraging major leisure and entertainment enterprises to invest extensively in rejuvenating various districts. The hope is that the Hotel Central, with its rich historical roots and prime central location, will serve as a bridge connecting the various revitalized areas, fostering interaction and synergy among them. It is believed that with the attention and participation of the entire society, the old city area will soon witness a vibrant transformation, ushering in a new era of prosperity and cultural vitality.”

Sio Chong Meng highlighted that the Hotel Central features a range of facilities open to the public free of charge, aimed at attracting visitors to the historic district and enhancing its allure. These offerings are intended to showcase Macao’s profound history to tourists, thereby contributing significantly to polishing Macao’s image as an international metropolis and reinforcing its status as a ‘golden business card’.

The newly renovated Hotel Central features 114 rooms, with each pair of floors from the fifth to the tenth dedicated to a unique historical theme, offering a total of three themes and six room types. The hotel includes public spaces such as the “Historical Cultural Corridor,” the “Historical Sightseeing Promenade,” and the Palace Restaurant. Additionally, it offers guided tours led by professional docents, inviting guests to explore this historic building from 1928 and experience its rich history and culture firsthand, marking the beginning of a Macao cultural exploration journey.

In order to strengthen the connection between the Hotel Central and the neighboring communities, Chairman Sio Chong Meng and the famous movie star Simon Yam took a rickshaw to kick off the opening ceremony of Hotel Central
In order to strengthen the connection between the Hotel Central and the neighboring communities, Chairman Sio Chong Meng and the famous movie star Simon Yam took a rickshaw to kick off the opening ceremony of Hotel Central

To fortify the link between Hotel Central and its neighboring communities while fostering a unified historical and cultural tourism zone, Lek Hang Group’s founder and chairman, Sio Chong Meng , joined by celebrated actor Simon Yam, embarked on a trishaw ride. This picturesque journey took them past Hotel Central and notable nearby historic locales – Avenida de Almeida Ribeiro, Rua das Estalagens, and Rua de Cinco de Outubro – serving as a preamble to the launch ceremony, elegantly initiating the day’s events.

Simon Yam has participated in activities commemorating both the 20th and 25th anniversaries of Macao’s return to the motherland, feeling he has a special connection with Macao
Simon Yam has participated in activities commemorating both the 20th and 25th anniversaries of Macao’s return to the motherland, feeling he has a special connection with Macao

During his interview with the media, Simon Yam mentioned his earlier involvement in the TV drama “One Dream One Home,” a realistic masterpiece produced as a tribute to the 20th anniversary of Macau’s return to the motherland, for which he became the first Hong Kong actor to win the prestigious Golden Eagle Award for Best Actor. He was now invited to the opening ceremony of the Hotel Central, which celebrates the 25th anniversary of Macau’s return, feeling he has a special connection with Macao. Yam stated that he feels privileged to have witnessed Macau’s development and transformations over the decades and regards Macau as a charming place.

Looking ahead, Hotel Central aims to integrate with other Lek Hang Group projects in the vicinity, such as the Restaurante Pou Seak and “City Inn”, transforming Rua dos Mercadores into a new commercial hub by collaborating with nearby attractions and merchants, thereby enhancing the area’s appeal to tourists.

Hotel Central Information
Phone T:+853 2828 6668 / +853 2837 3737
Fax F:+853 2828 6660
Email E: info@hotelcentral.com.mo
Address: Avenida de Almeida Ribeiro, No. 270, Macao
Official Website: http://hotelcentral.com.mo/
Hashtag: #Macao #Hotel #HotelCentral #LekHangGroup #Travel #Heritage

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About Lek Hang Group

Established in 1991, Lek Hang Group has become a pillar of Macao’s business landscape, adhering to a philosophy of “Diligence and Focus, Grounded in action” and growing alongside the region. Over three decades, the group has diversified into real estate, construction, hotel management, dining, mall operations, and advertising planning, all while actively engaging in corporate social responsibilities. These efforts include revitalizing old districts and contributing to the community, reflecting the group’s commitment to long-term strategic planning and the stable development of its businesses.

Flat Ads Showcases at 2024 ChinaJoy, Partnering with Developers Worldwide to Explore Global Growth


SHANGHAI, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 22 July 2024 – As the 21st ChinaJoy approaches, the global spotlight once again focuses on the Shanghai New International Expo Center in China. During this grand event, Flat Ads will showcase its exclusive network of 700 million developers at the 2024 ChinaJoy BTOB exhibition hall, providing developers in attendance with a one-stop global marketing and monetization solution.

Dates:

July 26 – July 28

Address:

Shanghai New International Expo Center

Flat Ads Booth Number:

W4 B608

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Flat Ads Showcases at 2024 ChinaJoy, Partnering with Developers Worldwide to Explore Global Growth
Flat Ads Showcases at 2024 ChinaJoy, Partnering with Developers Worldwide to Explore Global Growth

01、Flat Ads: Global Marketing and Traffic Monetization

As a leading global marketing and promotion platform, Flat Ads plays a vital role in driving the globalization of the gaming industry through its extensive industry experience, powerful technological capabilities, exclusive developer network, and programmatic advertising exchange.

Flat Ads believes that in today’s globalized world, application developers, including those in the gaming industry, not only need more precise marketing strategies and broader market coverage to acquire users but also require more efficient monetization solutions to maximize their business value. Therefore, Flat Ads is committed to providing developers with a comprehensive global marketing and monetization solution, effectively assisting companies in achieving rapid growth on a global scale.

l Flat Ads Facilitates Advertisers in Easily Acquiring Global Users

Flat Ads has always been dedicated to providing advertisers with efficient and accurate performance marketing and brand promotion services. Through Programmatic Advertising platforms, MediaBuy, and other methods, Flat Ads helps advertisers reach global users, including its exclusive network of 700 million developers and high-quality users on various mainstream media platforms. Flat Ads supports multiple settlement models such as CPC, CPI, CPA, and CPS, ensuring that advertisements efficiently reach the target audience and achieve a harmonious balance between brand and performance.

l Flat Ads Helps Developers Maximize Their Business Value

Flat Ads also offers developers a one-stop solution for efficient monetization and revenue maximization. By providing developers with efficient and secure SDK integration, along with the most suitable advertising resources, Flat Ads can maximize the value of each ad placement through advanced in-app bidding technology and intelligent algorithms. Furthermore, by offering Interactive Advertising, H5/Casual Game Publishing, and other methods,Flat Ads provides developers with more monetization opportunities, enabling them to efficiently monetize their traffic and empower their business growth.

Flat Ads not only focuses on the gaming industry but also expands its business scope to various sectors such as finance, entertainment, e-commerce, and utilities, achieving remarkable results. It has successfully helped numerous clients in different industries achieve efficient global business growth. Flat Ads is committed to being a bridge between developers and the market, supporting more enterprises in achieving global development through comprehensive marketing and monetization services.

02.ChinaJoy: Boundless Cooperation, Win the Future

As a significant event in the global gaming industry, ChinaJoy’s influence extends beyond the exhibition itself, becoming a key platform for promoting industry collaboration and exploring global growth. Every year, game developers, publishers, service providers, investment institutions, and industry media from around the world gather here to jointly outline the grand blueprint of the gaming industry.

On this stage full of opportunities and challenges, Flat Ads, as an outstanding player in the digital marketing field, looks forward to engaging in extensive collaboration and discussions with every participant, seeking common development. Whether it’s sharing global marketing strategies, exploring app monetization challenges, or seeking new partnership opportunities, Flat Ads will provide support to every partner with an open-minded attitude and professional services.

Flat Ads looks forward to face-to-face exchanges with industry partners during the exhibition, jointly exploring new paths for the global growth of the gaming industry, and creating a more brilliant future together.

03.Meet Us at ChinaJoy 2024 in Shanghai

At this year’s ChinaJoy, Flat Ads will participate as an exhibitor and set up a booth (W4 B608), showcasing our latest technologies and services to game developers.

As ChinaJoy 2024 draws near, Flat Ads is fully prepared and ready to make a splash at this grand event in the digital entertainment industry. Flat Ads sincerely invites colleagues, developers, advertisers, and industry partners to visit and exchange ideas at the event.

Flat Ads is willing to join hands with developers worldwide, transcend boundaries, and create a future together! Let’s ride the wave of the digital globalization era, break through barriers, and forge ahead with courage!
Hashtag: #FlatAds #ChinaJoy

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About Flat Ads

Founded in 2019, is a leading global mobile advertising and marketing platform. With 700Million exclusive developer traffic, we provide our partners with high-quality global marketing and promotion services, such as performance marketing and brand promotion, through our exclusive developer matrix network, interactive advertising, and programmatic advertising trading platform. Our services assist advertisers in accurately acquiring users, enhancing brand awareness, and achieving growth goals worldwide.Provide publishers with a one-stop solution to monetize efficiently and maximize revenue.
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Asian-Pop Music Mega-Event Illuminated Galaxy Arena Tencent Music Entertainment Awards 2024 Successfully Held

High-tech stage design creates a stunning visual feast as Asian popular singers gathered for three days of music passion


MACAU SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 22 July 2024 – Galaxy Arena, Macau’s newest and largest indoor arena, has consistently attracted top-tier domestic and international artists and production companies with its state-of-the-art facilities since its opening. This July, Galaxy Arena once again became the focal point for global music enthusiasts with the great success of the Tencent Music Entertainment Awards 2024 (hereafter referred to as “TMEA”). Taking place from July 19 to 21, the event featured a two-day indoor music festival followed by a music awards ceremony, delivering an unprecedented musical extravaganza. The star-studded lineup and lively interactions between fans and artists.

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The TMEA 2024 was held at Galaxy Arena on Jul 19-21, the new cultural and entertainment landmark in Macau. 3D naked-eye technology made every detail on stage vivid and lifelike.
The TMEA 2024 was held at Galaxy Arena on Jul 19-21, the new cultural and entertainment landmark in Macau. 3D naked-eye technology made every detail on stage vivid and lifelike.

Hosted by Tencent Music Entertainment Group (“TME”), TMEA was launched in 2019. In 2023, TME live, TME’s live music platform, entered a three-year strategic partnership with Galaxy Arena, aiming to provide an unparalleled performance and experience for millions of enthusiasts through innovative stage design, music production, and immersive atmosphere. This year, TMEA moved its music festival indoors for the first time, offering fans a visual and auditory feast that combines cutting-edge technology and innovative artistry.

With the theme “High Five. Music Drive,” TMEA 2024 carried its mission to unite with millions of music fans, fostering beautiful emotions through music. The lineup for the music festival on July 19 featured over 20 groups of artists and musicians, including Awich, BOYHOOD, BOYNEXTDOOR, CHANYEOL, ILLIT, Chikada Rikimaru, NCT WISH, NMIXX, SUPER JUNIOR – D&E, VIIS and Fei Fei Wang, delivering captivating live performances. On the following day, artists such as BABYMONSTER, BoA, BOY STORY, Epik High, PERSES, Sunnee, Ikimono-gakari, VIVA, Yao Chen, ZEROBASEONE, SANTA and ØZI created a top-tier live show for the audience. The music awards ceremony on July 21 honored artists who made outstanding contributions in music creation, performance, and production over the past year, paying tribute to musical craftsmanship.

The event featured a two-day indoor music festival followed by a music awards ceremony, delivering lively interactions between fans and Asian stars.
The event featured a two-day indoor music festival followed by a music awards ceremony, delivering lively interactions between fans and Asian stars.

Stage design was definitely another highlight of this year’s TMEA. Audiences were captivated by the stunning 3D naked-eye effects and transparent LED ice screens, which created a futuristic music world. The main screen, resembling a pair of wings, opened and closed freely to form different stage effects, spanning the entire width of the arena for a layered visual experience. When lighting and images were projected through the transparent ice screens, it added a mysterious and fantastical touch to the stage.

The production team utilized various mechanical structures to create a more dimensional 3D naked-eye space. This technology made every detail on stage vivid and lifelike, allowing the audience to enjoy vibrant 3D effects without any special equipment. The application of this technology not only enhanced the visual impact of the performances but also perfectly combined music and visual arts, offering a fresh sensory experience every moment.

These effects were made possible by the state-of-the-art hardware facilities of Galaxy Arena. Spanning nearly 3,250 square meters and standing 28 meters tall, the venue offers high flexibility for event setup. Its advanced high-definition broadcast technology and unobstructed design provide a 360-degree audiovisual experience for the audience. The flexible suspension system, capable of supporting up to 140 tons, ensures a safe and worry-free event environment.

Galaxy Arena has been actively supporting Macau’s development as a “City of Performing Arts” by introducing diverse and impactful cultural and artistic events. This aligns with the Macau SAR government’s “1+4” strategy, aiming to bring new growth drivers to Macau. The strategic partnership with TME live is a significant initiative in this endeavor. The three-day TMEA event attracted thousands of music enthusiasts from around the world, creating special memories for this summer at Galaxy Macau and showcasing the power of the “Tourism + Entertainment” integration.

Galaxy Macau Transforms into Macau’s Summer Playground 2024

This summer, the Diamond Lobby at Galaxy Macau will feature giant experiential installations, offering guests a glimpse of the excitement at Grand Resort Deck and a chance to participate in a lucky draw to win prizes worth MOP 8 million.
This summer, the Diamond Lobby at Galaxy Macau will feature giant experiential installations, offering guests a glimpse of the excitement at Grand Resort Deck and a chance to participate in a lucky draw to win prizes worth MOP 8 million.

This summer, while attending the music festival at Galaxy Arena, visit Galaxy Macau, the ultimate summer playground, where every day feels like a holiday filled with luck and surprises. In the vast Diamond Lobby, one side features a dazzling surfing installation combining water curtains and light, showcasing the excitement of the Grand Resort Deck; the other side boasts a giant gashapon machine that gives away air tickets, hotel stays, luxury brand products, Grand Resort Deck annual passes for two, and more prizes totaling over MOP 8 million. Guests can simply register as Galaxy Ultimate members and spend MOP 300 or more, or present a valid hotel keycard or a ticket from Galaxy Arena or Broadway Theatre within the past 7 days, to participate in the lucky draw by September 1.

Moreover, a variety of seasonal delicacies from around the world will perfume the air throughout the summer celebration. Sushi Kissho by Miyakawa at Raffles at Galaxy Macau, the first restaurant outside Japan by Master Chef Masaaki Miyakawa—one of the elite few sushi chefs to earn three Michelin stars—offers an exceptional Japanese dining experience. Teppanyaki Shou at Raffles at Galaxy Macau, led by veteran Japanese chefs, also provides unique and exquisite Japanese cuisine.

The 10th Malaysian Cultural and Food Festival will make a grand return from July 18 to 31, where guests can explore the charm of Southeast Asian art and culture at the exotic market in East Square, and savor authentic Malaysian flavors at the enticing dinner buffet at the Oasis of Galaxy Hotel. This summer, a series of new restaurants, including Waso Cafe—a popular Hong Kong-style cafe—will also make their grand debut at Galaxy Macau.

Additionally, the “Eggspression – An Immersive Art Experience” exhibition and exclusive art-themed dining will add a unique artistic touch to the vibrant summer.

This summer, Galaxy Macau will undoubtedly be the best playground for fun-filled adventures.

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About Galaxy Macau Integrated Resort

Galaxy Macau™, The World-class Luxury Integrated Resort delivers the “Most Spectacular Entertainment and Leisure Destination in the World”. Developed at an investment of HK$43 billion, the property covers 1.1 million-square-meter of unique entertainment and leisure attractions that are unlike anything else in Macau. Eight award-winning world-class luxury hotels provide close to 5,000 rooms, suites and villas. They include Banyan Tree Macau, Galaxy Hotel™, Hotel Okura Macau, JW Marriott Hotel Macau, The Ritz-Carlton, Macau, Broadway Hotel, Raffles at Galaxy Macau and Andaz Macau. Unique to Galaxy Macau, the 75,000-square-meter Grand Resort Deck features the world’s longest Skytop Adventure Rapids at 575-meters, the largest Skytop Wave Pool with waves up to 1.5-meters high and 150-meters pristine white sand beach. Two five-star spas from Banyan Tree Spa Macau and The Ritz-Carlton Spa, Macau help guests relax and rejuvenate.

As the dining destination in Asia, Galaxy Macau offers a wide variety of gastronomic delights, exquisite experiences and ingredients of the finest quality with over 120 dining options from Michelin dining to authentic delicacies; Galaxy Promenade is the hottest shopping destination featuring the latest in fashion and curated experiences in Macau. Spanning over 100,000-square-meter, luxury flagship stores, lifestyle boutiques and our selection of labels are among the more than 200 world-renowned brands for a world-class shopping journey; Galaxy Cinemas, immersive thrills and luxurious comfort go hand in hand at Galaxy Cinemas. All 10 theaters are equipped with the latest audio-visual technology; CHINA ROUGE, one-of-a-kind deluxe lounge that evokes the glitz and glamor of Shanghai’s golden era with entertainment in luxury and style; and Foot Hub presents the traditional art of reflexology to make you feel more relaxed and revitalized. For Authentic Macau Flavours & Vibrant Asian Experiences, Broadway Macau – just a 90-second walk via a bridge from Galaxy Macau, has over 35 Authentic Macau & Asian Flavours at its Broadway Food Street. The 2,500-seat Broadway Theatre plays host to world-class entertainers and a diverse array of cultural events. Meeting, incentive and banquet groups are also well looked after with a portfolio of unique venues in Galaxy Macau and a professional service staff.

Galaxy International Convention Center (GICC) is the latest addition to the Group’s ever-expanding integrated resort precinct and will usher in a new era for the MICE industry in Macau. GICC is a world-class event venue featuring 40,000-square-meter of total flexible MICE, and a 16,000-seat Galaxy Arena – the largest indoor arena in Macau.

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Octa’s analysts predict possible market volatility with launch of Ether ETFs


KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 22 July 2024 – The U.S. SEC has given preliminary approval to at least three of the eight asset managers planning to launch Ether ETFs, allowing them to start trading on 23 July. This approval depends on the submission of final offering documents. According to Bitwise CIO Matt Hougan, Ether ETFs could have a more significant impact on Ether’s price compared to Bitcoin ETFs. Similar to the outflow from Grayscale’s BTC ETF during its conversion, the ETH ETF, with its higher 2.5% management fee compared to the typical 0.2%, is likely to experience a $10 billion sell pressure. Kar Yong Ang, Octa analyst, believes that modest inflows are expected before investors exit Grayscale, leading to a potential sell-the-news event.

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Get ready for potential crypto market volatility! This Tuesday, 23 July, Ethereum ETFs may start trading and could trigger a long-term bull run. Will investors’ hopes hold true? Take advantage of this critical data release.

According to three industry sources, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has granted preliminary approval to at least three of the eight asset managers planning to launch exchange-traded funds linked to the spot price of ether, allowing them to start trading on 23 July. This approval is contingent on the applicants submitting final offering documents to regulators, with one source indicating that all eight are expected to launch simultaneously.

United States spot Ether exchange-traded funds will have a rough start but could have a bigger impact on the asset’s price than Bitcoin ETFs did for BTC, according to Bitwise Chief Investment Officer Matt Hougan.

Hougan provided three main reasons why he believes Ether ETFs will have a greater impact on the asset’s price:

1. Ether’s effective inflation rate is zero due to the extensive use of Ethereum-based applications compared to the small amount of ETH created daily.

2. Bitcoin miners need to sell Bitcoin to cover operational costs, which are high due to expensive computer chips and significant energy requirements. In contrast, staking ETH has no substantial direct costs.

3. Approximately 28% of all ETH is staked and locked away. ‘Currently, 28% of all ETH is staked, meaning it is effectively off the market,’ Hougan said.

‘The first few weeks could be choppy, as money may flow out of the $11 billion Grayscale Ethereum Trust (ETHE) after it converts to an ETP,’ Hougan stated. ‘By year-end, I’m confident the new highs will be in,’ he added, emphasising not to expect significant results ‘immediately’ given the potential selling pressure similar to what spot Bitcoin ETFs experienced.

‘Do you remember the outflow from Grayscale BTC ETF during conversion due to high management fees? Now, a similar situation is happening with their ETH ETF. Most have a 0.2% management fee, but Grayscale charges 2.5%. Expect a $10 billion sell pressure on ETH, with likely modest inflows before everyone exits Grayscale. Anticipate a sell-the-news event,’ said Kar Yong Ang, Octa analyst.
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Octa

is an international broker that has been providing online trading services worldwide since 2011. It offers commission-free access to financial markets and various services used by clients from 180 countries who have opened more than 42 million trading accounts. To help its clients reach their investment goals, Octa offers free educational webinars, articles, and analytical tools.

The company is involved in a comprehensive network of charitable and humanitarian initiatives, including the improvement of educational infrastructure and short-notice relief projects supporting local communities.

In the APAC region, Octa received the ‘Best Trading Platform Malaysia 2024’ and the ‘Most Reliable Broker Asia 2023’ awards from Brands and Business Magazine and International Global Forex Awards, respectively.

Prudential Financial Advisers drives business growth with more than 800 representatives

The company expects to grow its representatives’ headcount to 1,500 by end of 2025 to support growing customer needs


SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 22 July 2024 – Since its official launch in April 2023, Prudential Financial Advisers Singapore (“PFA”), Prudential Singapore’s (“Prudential”) dedicated financial advisory arm, has expanded to over 800 PFA representatives. The company is on track to have a 1,000-strong team of PFA representatives by the end of 2024 and aims to grow to 1,500 by the end of 2025.

PFA was set up to provide customers with more holistic professional advisory services amid the backdrop of rising longevity and increasing wealth management needs of the growing high net worth (HNW) segment in Singapore. The country is a growing wealth hub that is attracting an increasing number of ultra wealthy individuals. There were 333,204 millionaires in 2023, and this number is expected to increase by 13 per cent to 375,725 in 2028. Median wealth per Singapore adult was US$104,959 in 2023, up from US$99,488 in 2022.[1]

To attract more professionals to a career as a financial representative and grow its team of PFA representatives, Prudential enhanced its Management Associate Programme (MAP) earlier this year to better support fresh university or polytechnic graduates and young professionals in building their career as financial representatives.[2] It is also looking to attract mid-career professionals from the wealth sector, as well as those who have taken a break from the workforce and are looking for a new challenge.

Mr Ben Tan, Chief Distribution Officer and Chief Corporate Development Officer of Prudential Singapore, said: “Prudential remains committed to growing our financial advisory business and distribution network to serve more customers with diverse financial needs and goals. We will continually enhance our offerings and services to meet the evolving needs of Singaporeans who are living longer and preparing for a secure future.”

Mr Jeff Ang, CEO of Prudential Financial Advisers Singapore, said: “We are proud of the milestones that Prudential Financial Advisers Singapore (PFA) has achieved in its first year of operation, with the support of our dedicated team of more than 800 PFA representatives and our corporate staff. We continue to grow our team so that we can better serve the needs of the mass affluent and high net worth customers with holistic financial planning and a broad range of insurance and wealth solutions from Prudential and our more than 10 product providers.”

Mr Ang was appointed the CEO of PFA on 1 July 2024. He joined Prudential in 2018 as Head of Enterprise Business and was subsequently appointed Deputy CEO of PFA. He succeeds Mr Bernard Chai who is retiring at the end of the year. Mr Chai will remain at PFA as an advisor till then to ensure a smooth transition.

The launch of PFA marked a significant step for Prudential and added to its distribution ecosystem. The firm offers a wide range of insurance products and wealth solutions from more than 10 product providers. This includes general insurance such as travel insurance, motor insurance, and wealth solutions such as unit trusts and index universal life insurance, on top of Prudential’s core offerings in life insurance, health insurance, savings plans, retirement plans, and group insurance. Customers can also tap on the complementary solutions and auxiliary services including estate planning, family office and tax advisory, provided by PFA product providers.

For more information on Prudential Financial Advisers, please visit: https://www.prudentialfa.com.sg/


[2] For more information on Prudential Singapore’s Management Associate Programme for financial representatives, please refer to: https://www.prudential.com.sg/about/newsroom/press-release/2024/prudential-ramps-up-hiring

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About Prudential Assurance Company Singapore (Pte) Ltd (Prudential Singapore)

Prudential Assurance Company Singapore (Pte) Ltd is one of the top life insurance companies in Singapore, serving the financial and protection needs of the country’s citizens for 93 years. The company has an AA- Financial Strength Rating from leading credit rating agency Standard & Poor’s, with S$49.4 billion funds under management as at 31 December 2022. It delivers a suite of well-rounded product offerings in Protection, Savings and Investment through multiple distribution channels including a network of more than 5,200 financial representatives.

About Prudential Financial Advisers Singapore
Prudential Financial Advisers Singapore is the financial advisory arm of Prudential Singapore, one of Singapore’s leading life insurance companies. The company offers customers a range of insurance products and wealth advisory services. Prudential Financial Advisers Singapore is licensed and regulated by the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS).