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CryptoPARD – Hong Kong’s first crypto academy launches a series of new cryptocurrency training courses

TAIWAN – Media OutReach – 29 November 2022 – On 31 October, the Financial Services and the Treasury Bureau (FSTB) officially released the Policy Declaration on the Development of Virtual Assets in Hong Kong, setting out the Government’s support stance and approach to the virtual asset industry and ecosystem. The welcome of the government is a boost of confidence for the cryptocurrency market. As a result, the motivation of ordinary people to enter new markets has greatly increased.

(Image source: CryptoPARD). In addition to the regular three-level curriculum, CryptoPARD regularly offers popular two-hour free workshops

(Image source: CryptoPARD). In addition to the regular three-level curriculum, CryptoPARD regularly offers popular two-hour free workshops

Help the public acquire “valuable technical analysis skills”

The cryptocurrency market is sweeping the world, and many novice investors rush into the market without being fully prepared to stay behind. Many courses in the market are aimed at the needs of these investors, and various cryptocurrency courses are designed with the least amount of time and maximum effect, so as to make students believe that they can get rich in a short period of time and get through with a fluke mentality.

To profit from blockchain trading, knowledge and attitude will be key success factors. CryptoPARD Crypto Academy believes that it will provide courses at the forefront of industry standards, in addition to passing sincere and professional review courses, and accompanying each guest from shallow to deep understanding of cryptocurrencies, as well as hands-on practical guidance. The curriculum should be tightly structured, providing hobbyists and industry professionals with step-by-step opportunities to add value to technology and upskill.

Learn first, earn later

CryptoPARD understands that price fluctuations in the blockchain currency market are inseparable from traditional supply and demand economics, and pointed out that trading in the crypto market should lay a good foundation without chart pattern analysis and same-day trading strategies. Further study, should first understand the origin of cryptocurrencies, blockchain structure and the application of cryptocurrencies, until they can draw inferences, in the face of new products, new currencies can have their own rational analysis of their coin issuance basis and application level, no longer randomly enter the market. In addition, it is necessary to gather more information to understand scams and anti-fraud techniques, as well as the essentials of choosing an exchange.

Furthermore, if we want to further understand the market manipulation pretend environment in the new economy, we should start to study decentralized finance, liquidity mining, staking, online exchange and arbitrage models, decentralized autonomous organizations (DAOs), project audits, etc. If you have limited time, you should first find a course that suits your level to avoid being filled by the market atmosphere and rushing to enter the market.

In addition to the regular three-level course, CryptoPARD regularly offers popular two-hour free workshops so that novices can grasp the new trends of cryptocurrency investing and prepare themselves to know first, then invest.

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Hong Kong Design Centre 20th Anniversary Celebration

Design Spectrum Presents ‘always’ Exhibition with over 50 Sustainable Designs Envisioning A Community that Thinks Beyond Green

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 29 November 2022 – Design Spectrum, the public-facing platform of Hong Kong Design Centre (HKDC), sponsored by Create Hong Kong of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR), is proud to present a design exhibition titled ‘always’ from 22 November 2022 to 29 January 2023. As well as being one of the accredited events celebrating the 25th anniversary of the Establishment of the HKSAR, it is also among the series of thrilling events commemorating HKDC’s 20th Anniversary under the theme ‘Design for Sustainable Community’. The exhibition explores the sustainable development of Hong Kong over the decades, how good designs have sprouted like seeds and driven significant impact on communities.

Curated by local designers Benny Au and Teresa Chan of miniminigallery, the ‘always’ exhibition explores sustainability beyond the material level from a new perspective.
Curated by local designers Benny Au and Teresa Chan of miniminigallery, the ‘always’ exhibition explores sustainability beyond the material level from a new perspective.

From a spark of awareness to a series of actions, our behaviour is gradually formed over time until it becomes part of a routine – and becomes our ‘always’. Likewise, it starts with a thought or an idea to make a positive impact on the environment. Curated by local designers Benny Au and Teresa Chan of miniminigallery, the ‘always’ exhibition explores sustainability beyond the material level from a new perspective, that can also be escalated to the spiritual, cultural and heritage levels of discussion. Visitors will get to appreciate our local creative power and learn how design can promote and inspire a continuous innovation process, ensuring the sustainable and prosperous development of the city.

The curators have selected a total of 21 posters spanning from 1970s to 2010s from 12 renowned Hong Kong designers across generations to showcase at the exhibition.
The curators have selected a total of 21 posters spanning from 1970s to 2010s from 12 renowned Hong Kong designers across generations to showcase at the exhibition.

From concept to practice, an integration of function and aesthetics, the power of ‘keep going!’ through dual-venue Exhibition

The exhibition’s spaces also well-present the fluidity and interchangeability of the concept ‘always’. Its first phase commences in Central Market from 22 November to 12 December 2022, followed by the second phase in PMQ from 15 December 2022 to 29 January 2023. These two distinct venues have brought a big challenge to the curatorial team regarding structural design: the durability of re-used materials, their transportability, the different sizes of the two venues and more. Kwok Yat Long and Law Chi Hin, who support the structural design of the exhibition, and the curator Benny said that ‘apart from the material selection, manpower as well as the exhibition setup process should be considered carefully. As both planners and exhibitors of the exhibition, we all share the same perspective towards sustainability.’

The exhibition uses flexible wooden panels that are easy to transport, allowing various three-dimensional geometric combinations that adapt to different spaces, to showcase a total of more than 50 exhibits. The structures are also easy to dismantle and transport – not only are they functional and aesthetically pleasing, but they epitomise the theme of the exhibition perfectly.

50+ Design Projects that Span Across Different Generations, Forms and Spaces

In today’s world, environmental protection is nothing new. Since the 1970s, the iconic rubbish monster ‘Lap Sap Chung’ has deeply rooted itself in the hearts of the people of Hong Kong, to express the local design community’s concern on the issue. ‘always’ will exhibit over 50 design projects, most of which originated from Hong Kong and were selected to characterise different generations, spaces, and serve different rungs of society. The projects are all made ‘tangible’ to preserve the important ‘intangible’ values behind, whether based on the designers’ ideas, creativity or messages they want to convey to individuals or communities. ‘always’ implies thoughts can influence behaviours and shape our daily practices. With the spirit of ‘breaking the old and creating the new’, exhibitors encourage collective thoughts and actions through design, connecting humanity and nature, and eventually creating a better community and future.

Posters: Effective Designs for Spreading the Seeds of Communication
The poster is one of the most direct and powerful tools for communication in graphic design. The curators have selected a total of 21 posters spanning from 1970s to 2010s from 12 renowned Hong Kong designers across generations to showcase at the exhibition. The designers made use of these posters to illustrate their unique insights on social issues, such as pollution and resource scarcity. Visitors can appreciate the evolving process of the design – from the seeding of ideas to sprouting growth, as it continues to raise awareness of sustainability issues in recent decades.

For the second phase of the exhibition at PMQ, young designers will be joining the show with their own posters, through which visitors can feel how the ideas of the past are passed down from generation to generation. These ideas will continue to spread and grow, and may bear different kinds of fruits in the future.

Let’s Sow the Seeds of Design – Join Workshops and Support Local Designers

From the end of November till January 2023, a series of concurrent events such as public guided tours, workshops and designer sharing sessions will be organised around the exhibition for public. We have invited Hulu Culture to host several sessions of cultural guided tours where participants will be led by experts to explore the old and the new architects in the city after visiting the exhibition to experience the historic development of Hong Kong. There will also be a joint event with PMQ Taste Library and Classics Anew providing multi-sensory experiences of taste and touch to the public. In addition, a parents-and-kids illustration workshop will provide more inspirations about environmental protection; and Hong Kong kintsugi master Mr Kenneth Lee will share his insights into the relationship between design and cultural heritage.

Visitors can also check out the DS Pop-up at Spectrum (Shop 116) in Central Market before or after the exhibition! The shop features a variety of local design goodies, and is definitely a go-to spot for picking the best gifts for Christmas and the New Year!

‘always’ Exhibition
Date: 22 November to 12 December 2022
Venue: Event Space, 1/F, Central Market, Central
Date15 December 2022 to 29 January 2023
VenueHG10-HG12 & HG19, PMQ, Central
Time11:00-20:00
Admission feeFree of Charge
Enquiryinfo@designspectrum.hk3793 8479
FacebookInstagramdesignspectrum.hk
Website
www.designspectrum.hk
*Details of concurrent events will be available on Design Spectrum’s Website.

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Range Rover, Range Rover Sport Awarded Five-Star Safety Ratings

The New Range Rover and Range Rover Sport have both been awarded five-star ratings in the latest Euro NCAP safety tests in Gaydon, United Kingdom.

Lao and Russian Military Work on UXO Removal in Khammouane

Lao and Russian military personnel begin UXO clearance operation.

The Lao Ministry of Public Security and the Ministry of Defense of the Russian Federation started working last week to remove unexploded ordnances in Nakay District, Khammouane Province.  

Huobi and Dominica to Issue National Token DMC, Initiating the New Era of Digital Identity

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 29 November 2022 – On November 29, Huobi announced on its partnership with the Commonwealth of Dominica, TRON, and DMC Labs. The three platforms were endorsed by the Dominica government to issue Dominica’s national token, Dominica Coin (DMC), and Digital Identity (DID). DMC holders will be granted digital citizenship of Dominica. This is the first significant step in Huobi’s strategy of global development after its rebranding, manifesting its ambition to become a major player in the future stage of Web 3.0 and the metaverse.

Both issued by a sovereign country, DMC and DID are based on the TRON network, the official national blockchain infrastructure of Dominica, and are to be launched on Huobi Prime. The DID and DMC will be important credentials for users to access the future world of the metaverse.

DMC to be launched through Huobi Prime

As a TRC-20 token authorized and issued by the Dominica government, DMC supports cross-chain interaction with Ethereum and BNB Smart Chain through the BTTC Bridge. The tokens will be issued through Huobi Prime, and the platform will airdrop DMC and Dominica DIDs to all registered users.

Users may complete KYC verification or re-verify themselves by using their Dominica DID. It is understood that users passing verification with Decentralized IDs share the same privileges as citizens of other nationalities.

Meanwhile, DIDs may be transferred to TRON to generate Soul-Bound Tokens(SBTs), whose holders will be entitled to the “Citizenship of Dominica in the Metaverse” as fully mapped from that in the real world.

A physical certificate issued by the Dominica government will be available to the holders after a certain fee has been paid.

The main use cases of DID include KYC verification on major exchanges, opening bank accounts in Dominica, loan applications, and registration of digital enterprises.

A milestone in Huobi’s global expansion

The launch of DMC together with Dominica is a major step forward for Huobi after its recent rebranding. On November 22, 2022, H.E. Justin Sun, TRON Founder, Huobi’s global advisory board member, and the Ambassador and Permanent Representative of Grenada to the WTO, attended Huobi’s rebranding launch event held in Singapore. Sun put forth three major strategies for Huobi’s future growth: globalization, tech-driven development, and tech for good. He also suggested that Huobi would help promote the application and compliance of the crypto technology in key regions of the world and work alongside its peers to build Web 3.0.

With the approval of the Dominica government, Huobi’s globalization strategy will set forth from the Caribbean region to cover Southeast Asia and Europe. While paving the way for full compliance and healthy development for the industry, Huobi is determined to regain its position as one of the top cryptocurrency exchanges.

Moreover, its cutting-edge technology and influence in the industry will enable Huobi to provide a secure, efficient Web 3.0 gateway for global users. Crypto technology is set to be the driving force for the forthcoming digital economy that will serve the public for a better life.

Build a new world of the metaverse and Web 3.0 technologies

Huobi’s collaboration with Dominica is a big step toward making the Caribbean region a global crypto center. It will create a new trend of cooperation between the crypto industry and sovereign countries.

Caribbean’s preferential policies on the crypto industry have attracted a myriad of leading crypto companies to this region. For instance, Huobi has expressed its intention to move its headquarters to the Caribbean region. Nevertheless, Caribbean economies, which are highly dependent on international trade and tourism, have reached a gridlock. Backed by Huobi, TRON, and other leading crypto platforms, Dominica took the lead and embarked on a journey of exploring the metaverse and Web 3.0.

By building a digital state using the metaverse and Web 3.0 technologies, Dominica will go beyond the geological limitation and deeply engage in the globalization process. The country is one of the first in the Caribbean to launch the Citizenship by Investment Program. Its passports allow visa-free access to more than 130 countries and regions around the world, including Mainland China, Hong Kong SAR, the European Union, Switzerland, the United Kingdom, and Singapore. The country’s decision to issue DIDs will push its open vibe to the next level.

With the significant influence and massive user base of Huobi and TRON, Dominica will attract top talents across the globe and seize its opportunities in the digital economy. The move will also pave the way for the future, bringing more Caribbean countries into the Era of Web 3.0.

Incepted in 2013, Huobi is a globally leading platform for virtual asset trading. It has been committed to providing safe, professional, and quality services to users, whose satisfaction the platform sees as its priority. As of now, it has established its presence in over 160 countries and regions, serving more than 50 million users. On November 22, 2022, Huobi launched its refreshed branding and unveiled three strategies, namely globalization, technology-driven development, and technology for good, in an effort to build a Web 3.0 gateway together with the industry.

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Football Fans Disappointed as FIFA Cuts Laosat World Cup Broadcasts

World Cup transmissions will no longer be broadcast by Laosat after FIFA lodged a complaint.
World Cup transmissions will no longer be broadcast by Laosat after FIFA lodged a complaint.

The satellite company issued a statement on Tuesday canceling broadcasts of the FIFA World Cup 2022 and apologizing to Lao football fans for screening the football matches earlier without authorization.

Happy Haul-idays With iShopChangi This Christmas With Up To 60% Off In Deals & More

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 29 November 2022 – From 1 November to 31 December 2022, celebrate the year-end festivities with iShopChangi, as it rings in the new year with a plethora of exciting deals this Christmas. With sitewide deals and exclusive curated gift sets from renowned brands, it will undoubtedly be a Happy Haul-iday full of treats for travellers and non-travellers alike.

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Deals for Non-Travellers Not to Be Missed

Kicking things off for non-travellers on iShopChangi are the Christmas sitewide vouchers and exclusive promotions. Not an iShopChangi shopper yet? Now’s the season to join with an exclusive upsized voucher for new sign-ups. Lock in the discount codes below and cart out your favourite products at a steal!

For Non-Travellers
Christmas Sitewide Vouchers
From 12 Nov – 27 Dec 2022
Code Description
XMAS10 10% off* with min. spend S$100, capped at S$30
XMAS15 15% off* with min. spend S$400, capped at S$120
XMAS18 18% off* with min. spend S$900, capped at S$250
12.12 Sitewide Vouchers
From 10 – 14 Dec 2022
Code Description
1212FLASH15 15% off* with no min. spend, capped at S$50
1212FLASH20 20% off* with min. spend S$800, capped at S$300
Upsized New User Voucher
From 1 Nov – 31 Dec:
XMASNEW 30% off^ with no min. spend, capped at S$50
^Limited to the first 1,000 new users per month.

*Product exclusions and other T&Cs apply.

Snap up sitewide deals this Christmas over a broad category of products, from beauty to home appliances. Non-travellers can expect great savings on beauty and health products like the Estée Lauder, with a specially curated Advanced Night Repair Eye Supercharged Gel-Creme Beauty Set sold at S$118.99 (41% off the usual price of S$201). Accompanied by the Kinohimitsu Bird’s Nest Gift Set 8’s, retailing at S$99 (42% off the regular S$169.70 retail price), non-travellers can partake in the upcoming festive revelry with healthy, radiant skin.

Spice up the festive get-togethers with the Compendium Spirits “Palate” Miniatures Set. Inspired by local flavours, this sampling set will stun your guests with its intriguing flavours at only S$79.20 (10% down from its usual price of S$88). Retailing at S$59.90 (57% off the usual price of S$139), the c is set to fill the air with the scent of a warm breakfast. A perfect addition to the kitchen in and out of the festive season.

Don’t miss out on the 12.12 sitewide vouchers either, where you can pick up holiday exclusives like Estée Lauder Micro Essence Treatment Lotion Ultimate Blockbuster Set (Sakura Ferment) retailing at S$301 (58% off the usual price of S$680). If not, the Glenfiddich 15 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky Festive Gift Pack at S$139 (18% off the usual price of $169) could make an excellent liquor set to bust out during the festivities.

Advent Month Flash Deals to Catch for Travellers

Travellers not only have flights to catch – with sitewide vouchers going up to 20% off, it’s time to fill your carts with tax and duty-free goodies at incredibly unbelievable prices. What’s more, there will be a five-day Christmas flash sale at the beginning of December! Check out the codes below to grab huge discounts on your favourite buys.

Christmas Sitewide Vouchers (For Travellers Only)
From 1 Nov – 31 Dec 2022
Code Description
XMASTR12 12% off* min. spend S$400, capped at S$60
XMASTR15 15% off* min. spend S$600, capped at S$100
XMASTR20 20% off* min. spend S$1,000, capped at S$250
– Gift with Purchase^: Get exclusive Changi Airport Traffic Control Tower Pins with min. spend of S$300

– Purchase with Purchase^: Get exclusive Packing Cubes at S$8 with min. spend of S$80

^While stocks last

5-Day Christmas Flash Sale Sitewide Vouchers (For Travellers Only)
From 1 – 5 Dec 2022
Code Description
FLASHTR12 S$12 off* with no min. spend. Limited to 3 redemptions per user.

*Product exclusions and other T&Cs apply.

From spirits to skincare, travelling iShopChangi shoppers can expect a wide range of deals to choose from! Look forward to shaving 5% off premier whiskies like the Martell XO B 40% 1000ml, which retails at S$452.20 after a 5% off from the usual price of S$476. Another highlight for travellers is the sought-after Giorgio Armani Lip Maestro — a must-have now that it is going at S$35 (30% off the usual price S$50).

A Celebration for Both Travellers and Non-Travellers

Both travellers and non-travellers can further enjoy a birthday exclusive 15% off voucher and up to 3% rebate with a Changi Rewards membership. A S$5 Welcome Voucher awaits for new signs up on Changi Pay too.

Travellers may place their orders between 30 days in advance and up to 12 hours before flying, and pick up their purchases from the Collection Centres across the departure halls of all terminals at Singapore Changi Airport. Alternatively, provide a Singapore residential address for delivery. Till 31 January 2023, they can also redeem 20% off at checkout, with no minimum spend, capped at S$20, with the code <REVENGE20>, which can be applied up to two times.

Non-travellers can cart out at duty-absorbed prices on iShopChangi and have their items delivered to them for free when they spend at least S$59 and provide a local residential address for delivery.

Hashtag: #iShopChangi

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About iShopChangi

iShopChangi was launched in 2013 as an extension of Changi Airport’s promise to deliver greater comfort and convenience to travellers in its suite of airport retail offerings. Passengers can browse and purchase tax- and duty-free products across all terminals between 30 days to 12 hours pre-flight on the e-store – and choose to collect their items at Collection Centres within departure, upon arrival or have them delivered free in Singapore. Providing easy access to over 30,000 products across 900 brands and exclusives such as Changi First product launches, the site has since received global recognition with its award for Best Website – Retail Customer Facing at The Moodies: the Airport and Travel Retail Digital Media Awards 2018. In early 2020, the e-commerce store started to retail a selection tax- and duty-absorbed products to Singapore-based residents without the need to fly.

Lao-American Professor Discusses Creating Disney’s First Film Set in SE Asia

Dr. Steve Arounsack signs a poster for Raya and the Last Dragon at a screening organized by the US Embassy in Savannakhet.

Dr. Steve Arounsack, the lead cultural advisor for the 2021 Disney film Raya and the Last Dragon, recently visited Laos and spoke to the Laotian Times about his experience of working on the first Disney animated feature to focus on Southeast Asian cultures with a strong emphasis on many aspects of traditional Lao culture.