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Valuable Capital Financial Company secures initial licenses from Saudi Arabia’s CMA

RIYADH, KSA – Media OutReach – 23 October 2022 – Valuable Capital Financial Company (VCFC), a subsidiary of the top tier Hong Kong-based financial institution Valuable Capital Group Limited, announced that it has received the initial licenses from the Capital Market Authority (CMA) to conduct Dealing, Advising and Custody services in Saudi Arabia, making it the very first and only licensed corporation in the kingdom from Asia.

VCFC said that it will provide relevant services once the final license is granted.

The company has committed to provide trading, consulting and asset custody services, in which to enhance and foster Saudi investors to build global investment portfolios. More financial services such as asset management, IPO advisory, and fixed income are well planned and expected to launch shortly after receiving further approval from the CMA.

VCFC, registered in Riyadh earlier this year, is a joint venture between Valuable Capital Group Limited (VCGL) and eWTP Arabia Capital. This strategic move is expected to help both sides further realize their global business strategy and expand influence in MENA region.

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The diversified and advanced initiatives from VCFC not only deliver synthetic financial solutions but also strengthen the geographical and national influence of the kingdom, which target to enable the country to stay in a leading role globally.

In line with Vision 2030, determined and foreseen services are keen to draw attention as well as interest from global investors and stakeholders, also making up the gap in the domestic financial market.

“We have witnessed impressive FinTech innovation and robust capital market growth in the MENA region, especially in the Saudi marketplace, which has great talent and abundant market liquidity,” said Jess Cheung, Co-founder of Valuable Capital Group Limited.

Valuable Capital Group Limited is a leading technology-driven financial solution provider founded in HK, which offers comprehensive financial services to over millions of retail individuals, institutional, and corporate clients globally. Its subsidiary, Valuable Capital Limited, is ranked TOP 2 online broker in HK stock market by notional in 2020, according to CIC reports. The group has also established presence throughout the major markets, including Hong Kong SAR, Mainland China, United States, Singapore, Australia and New Zealand.

According to EIU’s report, Saudi Arabia will be the fastest growing of the world’s largest economies in 2022. The financial and trading markets of the kingdom are becoming increasingly popular, with dealer activity heating up within the country.

“Saudi Arabia’s financial market has tremendous potential with rapid growth. It requires involvement and participation of a wide range of financial institutions and platforms to fully meet the demand. We believe that VCFC is ready to bring its proven technology and big data driven service offerings from other markets to the kingdom, and serve Saudi financial sector together with its local partners.” said Jerry Li, Managing Partner of eWTP Arabia Capital.

eWTP Arabia Capital (“eWTPA”), shareholder of VCFC, is a growth stage venture fund based in Saudi Arabia and China. It is backed by marquee investors – eWTP Capital and the sovereign wealth fund of Saudi Arabia, Public Investment Fund (PIF). Through its $400 million Fund I, eWTPA has invested in 16 companies in the digital sector, 13 of which have already established themselves successfully in Saudi Arabia. Investments include the hugely successful Saudi Cloud Computing Company, the kingdom’s leading provider of cloud Services and JNT Express KSA, which is now the fastest growing logistics provider in the country.

The collaboration combines VCGL’s industry-leading financial services with eWTPA’s strong capital base, giving VCFC unique competitive advantages of creating a powerful platform that provides integrated, cross-market, multi-asset investment services and contributes to the kingdom’s Vision 2030 FinTech strategy.

Hashtag: #ValuableCapitalFinancialCompany

The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.

Get Ready! The First Light Art Show of 2022, TAITUNG LIGHT FESTIVAL, Illuminates East Taiwan in Zhiben’s Hot Springs

TAITUNG, TAIWAN – Media OutReach – 21 October 2022 – The Taitung County Government is holding the 2022 Taitung Light Festival at the century-old Zhiben hot spring area. From October 15, until November 13, using the most futuristic light, shadows and sound equipment, the public can experience the brand-new hot spring tourism and art show.

On a moonlit night following a musical performance, the Keyframes show uses stage lighting and computer programming to illuminate each of its characters individually. The show emphasizes humanity is as one, and we stand together. The show evolved into a night dance.
On a moonlit night following a musical performance, the Keyframes show uses stage lighting and computer programming to illuminate each of its characters individually. The show emphasizes humanity is as one, and we stand together. The show evolved into a night dance.

Among them, French group, Group Laps, will put their lightshow, known as Keyframes, on display during the light festival. The exhibit uses fluorescent lights placed onto a human body-like frames—which look like keyframes of a video—in combination with music and strobing light patterns that individually light up each “keyframe,” creating a dynamic image that transcending the limits of spoken language by telling a story full of personality and humor bring about a kind of warmth and delight.

The inaugural TAITUNG LIGHT FESTIVAL invites 12 top-class art groups from France, Australia and Taiwan to collaborate using the theme of amassing energy to put on a show that brings the people a brand-new experience to the hot springs and art they already have come to enjoy. The show’s exhibits create an extreme futuristic vibe through the use of audio equipment, lights and shadows.

Taitung County Magistrate April Yao has said this is the first ever light festival to be held in eastern Taiwan. Everyone is welcome to come to on down to hot springs and see the new artistic side of Zhiben now.

TAITUNG LIGHT FESTIVAL Event Details
Exhibition Time: October 15 to November 13, 2022
Where: The vicinity next to No. 18, Ln. 376, Wenquan Rd., Beinan Township,
Official Website: https://www.taitunglightfestival.com/ | Google Maps: tinyurl.com/2022TAITUNGLIGHTFESTIVAL

Hashtag: #TaitungCountyGovernment

44 Pakistanis Rescued from Job Scams in Laos

Photo credit: Dawn. Photo used for representational purposes only.

The Pakistani citizens were rescued and sent back home after being made to work for 13-hour days in jail-like conditions. They had all traveled to Laos from various locations in Pakistan and at different times.

Industronics’ Executive Director Datuk Chu acquires around 10% of HK-based renowned stocking firm

  • Datuk Chu acquires around 10% stake in Bluemount in his personal capacity
  • The investment plan coincides with Industronics’ interest in acquiring 10% stake in Bluemount, which was announced last year
  • Another investment holding company, Cyberport Tesla Technology has also acquired a 26.08% interest in Bluemount with the condition that the company must submit an application for listing on the London Stock Exchange’s Main Market by the end of this year.
  • Bluemount is targeting the 1.5 billion population in Mainland China and will expand its presence into Europe to tap into the 3.0 billion population
  • Datuk Chu will lead Bluemount in the Southeast Asia market to expand its business offerings to include asset management, fund management, IPO and others.

KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach – 21 October 2022 – Bursa Malaysia Main Market listed company Industronics Berhad (“Industronics” or “Group”)’s Executive Director, Datuk Chu Boon Tiong, has acquired around 10% stake in Hong Kong-based renowned stockbroking, asset management and credit firm, Bluemount Financial Group Limited (“Bluemount” or “company”), in his personal capacity.

The investment coincides with Industronics’ interest in acquiring 10% stake in Bluemount, which was announced last year. The acquisition was delayed due to the rights issues for the acquisition. Shareholders have approved the acquisition of up to 10% share in Bluemount.

Another investment holding company, Tesla Technology Holdings Limited (“Tesla Technology”), has acquired a 26.08% stake in Bluemount. The acquisition comes with the condition that the company submit the application for listing on the London Stock Exchange’s Main Market by the end of this year.

Tesla Technology is registered at Cyberport, an innovative digital community in Hong Kong with over 1,800 start-ups and technology companies. It is established as the hub for digital technology, focused on facilitating the growth of major technology trends, including fintech.

Industronics Berhad Executive Director Datuk Chu Boon Tiong, said, “This is an enormous opportunity to invest in a lucrative financial services company such as Bluemount. Together with Cyberpot Tesla, I am excited that the company will push forward to be a global player in the industry with the funds raised from its potential listing on the London Stock Exchange’s Main Market by the end of this year.”

Bluemount is eyeing the 1.5 billion population in Mainland China and will expand into the Europe market to tap into the potential of its 3.0 billion population. This is part of Bluemounts’ initiative to expand to become a global company as it taps into the opportunity outside of Asia.

Aside from that, there will also be some structural changes within the management of Bluemount as Datuk Chu will join as one of the Board of Directors to spearhead the company’s expansion in Southeast Asia (“SEA”). Expansion in the SEA region will focus on offering services such as asset management, fund management, initial public listing (“IPO”) and others.

“Expansion into Europe provides an opportunity for Bluemount to tap into the developed markets and offer cross-border opportunities for its clients globally. The listing submission to the London Stock Exchange’s Main Market by the end of this year will provide Bluemount with the opportunity to invest in its growth strategies,” Datuk Chu said.

Bluemount is a renowned stockbroking, asset management and credit firm based in Hong Kong that is valued at HKD250 million. It is well funded with abundant capital, familiar with the operation of markets and has rigorous internal control systems, which have led to a profit of HKD10 million and HKD20 million in 2020 and 2021, respectively, despite the COVID-19 pandemic disruption.

Bluemount’s wholly-owned securities brokerage arm, Bluemount Securities Ltd (“BSL”) is an exchange participant of the Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Ltd and licensed by the Securities and Futures Commission of Hong Kong (“SFC”) to carry out Type 1 (Dealing in Securities) and Type 4 (Advising on Securities) regulated activities.

Meanwhile, Bluemount’s wholly-owned asset management subsidiary, Bluemount Asset Management Ltd (“BAML”) is licensed by SFC to carry out Type 9 (Asset Management) regulated activity. BAML provides portfolio and investment management services to professional investors.

Hashtag: #Industronics

About Industronics Berhad

Industronics Berhad is an established electronics company well known in Malaysia and internationally and the Group is engaged in the design, manufacturing and installation of electronics and microprocessor-controlled products, telecommunication system, audio video multimedia systems, intelligent transportation systems and information communication technology related system.

Industronics has three subsidiaries and associated companies which are Industronics AV/ITS/Communications Division, which specialises in the provision and system intergration of various systems including Audio Visual Systems, Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS), Conferencing Systems, Projectors and other Multimedia products, the Division also supplies and installs various digital communication equipment;

Industronics Manufacturing Sdn Bhd, which provides full facilities and manpower to Electronic Manufacturing Services (EMS) covering design services, sub assembly services, final assembly services, testing services and packaging and delivery services;

and Ademco (M) Sdn Bhd, which provides products and system solutions for professionally designed security alarm and fire protection systems for industrial, commercial, government and residential complexes.

Thai Smile to Resume Flights from Bangkok to Luang Prabang

Luang Prabang New York Times Travel List

Thai Smile Airways will restart direct daily flights between Bangkok and Luang Prabang at the end of this month.

Laos Invites Neighboring Countries to the Trade Fair at That Luang Festival

People performing a Vien Tiane at That Luang by circling the stupa three times.

Vientiane authorities have invited businesses from China, Thailand, and Vietnam to participate in the trade fair, taking place between 4-8 November during the That Luang festival.

IB Super Introduces Brand New Virtual Tools To Boost Online Learning

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 21 October 2022 – IB Super is an established IB tuition centre that has launched new virtual tools to be incorporated into its syllabus. After investing months of research into students’ needs, learning objectives and user interface experience, they developed a Questionbank platform with interactive video quizzes for its learning management profile. The aim is to enhance learners’ online learning experience, making it easier for them to access IB Super’s proprietary educational materials and make online learning more productive.

With the advent of the COVID-19 pandemic, the world shifted online to accommodate various restrictions, and education was no exception. Keeping this in mind, IB Super adapted and changed with the times, adopting brand-new EdTech tools to facilitate virtual learning. One such tool was IB Super’s Questionbank platform, which consists of a large and growing curation of customised content tailored to International Baccalaureate and Integrated Programmes students. Using this platform, students can recall complicated concepts and content relevant to their upcoming examinations. In the past, many students tended to refrain from using questionbanks as keying in their Maths answers online can be difficult and repetitive. IB Super fully understands this pain point and designed a system where students can upload answers written using either electronic or traditional pens. The Questionbank is accessible 24 hours a day, catering to IB Super’s overseas students such as those in China or Europe and Singaporean students temporarily overseas. Students’ past work is stored, allowing them to go back and review past mistakes. Parents are also able to track their children’s performances over time on the platform.

The second Ed-Tech tool IB Super has adopted is interactive online video quizzes. Unlike regular learning videos, students using this tool are able to have a more interactive experience with the videos. For instance, they can pause in the middle of a video to pose and answer questions – which reinforces learning and keeps the learning journey fun and interesting.

With the abundance of Questionbanks available online, IB Super sets itself apart by having thoroughly tested more than 15 platforms from all over the globe, including places like the US, India, and Europe. Plentiful resources were allotted to looking for the optimal platform for Singaporean IB and IP students. An earlier platform adopted, although boasting extensive features, suffered from maintenance and continuity issues. Taking into account user feedback, the current Questionbank is much more accessible, convenient and less intimidating. This is in keeping with IB Super’s belief that great content must be delivered in a fun and meaningful manner, so that learning can be productive.

Even with these new innovations, IB Super is not resting on its laurels. The tuition centre is now looking to expand its virtual learning toolkit with artificial intelligence enabled marking. The aims are to allow students to get feedback more quickly, and for tutors to have more time to teach or go over the questions with their students.IB Super firmly believes in helping its students reach their fullest potential. This is achieved through having a comprehensive syllabus and dedicated teachers that guide their students closely. Now, in addition to a broad range of tuition programmes which include H2 Math tuition, IP Math tuition, IB Economics tuition, and IB Math tuition, IB Super is broadening its horizons with online tutoring and virtual tools like its Questionbank platform and interactive video quizzes – making learning more interesting and enjoyable.

For more information on IB Super and its services, visit: https://www.ibsuper.com.sg/.

Hashtag: #IBSuper

Advanced Breast Cancer Care Treatments with Malaysia Healthcare

Breast cancer diagnoses and clinical care are being improved, thanks to ongoing research into novel cancer treatments and therapies.

KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach – 21 October 2022 – Globally, breast cancer is the second most common type of non-melanoma cancer, after lung cancer, and the fifth most common cause of cancer death. In Malaysia, it is also the most common cancer nationwide. In conjunction with the theme of this year’s Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Living Beyond Breast Cancer, Malaysia is set to reinforce its prowess as a Cancer Care Centre of Excellence in the region.

Since its first cancer treatment centre opened its doors in 1981, Malaysia has achieved international recognition for its quality of care. Recently, the country was proclaimed second in the care and delivery of cancer treatment in the Asia Pacific and the third-most prepared country overall by the Economist Intelligence Unit.

Time is of essence when it comes to cancer treatments. This is an especially important consideration for healthcare travellers. The good news is that the healthcare establishments in Malaysia are committed to providing seamless and efficient oncology care.

“Our Breast Care Centre, which is a one-stop centre for screening, diagnosis and treatment, is able to provide the diagnosis within 48 hours. In fact, here, you can get everything you need under one roof – from imaging and mammograms to treatments – in a very short span of time,” said Dr. Patricia Alison Gomez, a Consultant Breast Surgeon at Pantai Hospital Kuala Lumpur, before citing intraoperative radiation therapy (IORT) as a relatively recent development that can shorten the treatment time significantly.

This will be more convenient for the cancer patients, as instead of having to wait for a month or possibly longer, they can complete their treatment in just 10 to 14 days.

According to Dr. Teoh Mei Shi, a Breast, Endocrine and General Surgeon at Loh Guan Lye Specialists Centre, “IORT is a revolutionary radiotherapy system that is used for the treatment of early-stage breast cancer for select cases. As the name suggests, this is actually a radiation therapy that is administered simultaneously during the tumour removal surgery. The benefit of IORT is that just a single therapy dose is needed, whereas the conventional external beam radiotherapy method requires three to five weeks.”

An integral part in ensuring seamless oncology care is the synergy of a multidisciplinary team that prioritises the wellbeing of the patient.

“At Subang Jaya Medical Centre, we have a team of specialists, ranging from breast surgeons and oncologists to radiologists and pathologists, lined up, in addition to treatment modalities and investigative tools to treat breast cancer at every stage. We even have specialised breast care nurses to help patients understand their treatment, recovery and rehabilitation phases. Tumour board meetings are held regularly to discuss cases and reach a collective decision on patient management,” shared Dr. Daphne Anthonysamy, the Consultant Breast and Endocrine Surgeon there.

With advancements in oncology treatments, the side-effects have been significantly reduced. “Take chemotherapy, for example. Today, we can offer a wide range of treatments to limit side effects. In fact, most patients experience minimal nausea or vomiting nowadays. Beyond that, there are also scalp cooling treatments to prevent hair fall and certain cold treatments that can protect nerves from chemotherapy damage. Therefore, most patients are able to complete chemotherapy and go back to living a full life,” explained Dr. Kiley Loh, a Consultant Medical Oncologist at Penang Adventist Hospital.

With a vast range of oncology services that include ground-breaking imaging and cancer detection technologies on offer, Malaysia Healthcare is moving forward steadily as the Cancer Care Centre of Excellence. This is further reinforced by the country’s excellent healthcare system, which makes it easier for healthcare travellers to obtain comprehensive cancer care promptly in a safe and trusted destination.

For more information on Malaysia Healthcare and its services, please visit https://malaysiahealthcare.org/ or visit our social feeds at: www.facebook.com/MHTCMalaysia or at LinkedIn (Malaysia Healthcare Travel Council).

Hashtag: #MalaysiaHealthcare #BreastCancerCare

ABOUT THE MALAYSIA HEALTHCARE TRAVEL COUNCIL

The Malaysia Healthcare Travel Council (MHTC) is a government agency under the Ministry of Health Malaysia that has been entrusted with the responsibility of curating the country’s healthcare travel scene. Founded in 2009, MHTC works to streamline industry players and service providers in facilitating and growing Malaysia’s healthcare travel industry under the brand “Malaysia Healthcare” with the intended goal of making Malaysia the leading global healthcare destination. MHTC works closely with over 80 private healthcare facilities in Malaysia, who are registered members of MHTC.