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Laos Confirms 172 New Cases of Covid-19

Covid-19 Update

Laos has confirmed 172 new cases of Covid-19, bringing the total number of cases to 15,933.

Chinachem Group Supports Child Development Matching Fund to Combat Intergenerational Poverty

Initiative Focused on Helping Underprivileged Young People Develop Soft Skills and Build Tangible Assets

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 3 September 2021 – The prolonged COVID-19 pandemic has adversely affected many people’s livelihoods and further entrenched inequalities of income, health and education across the city. Hong Kong is one of the wealthiest cities in the world, yet the city’s poor families have doubled in number over the past two years, with almost 302,000 people living in low-income households at the end of March 2021[1]. To help address the issue of intergenerational poverty and other deprivations, as well as reduce inequality and spur economic growth, Chinachem Group (the Group) has donated a matching sum of HK$960,000 to the Child Development Matching Fund (CDMF) to benefit 200 young people in the Tsuen Wan and Kwai Tsing Districts for the year 2019/20, equivalent to HK$4,800 each. The Group takes seriously its role as a partner and supporter of local communities and strives to bring positive change to those in need and support the community through the challenges brought about by the pandemic.

Photo 1: Four beneficiary youths from the Tsuen Wan and Kwai Tsing Districts  presented on behalf of CDMF a written poem to Chinachem Group which celebrates the 60th anniversary as a token of appreciation. Pictured here are Sylvia Chung, Chief Business Impact Officer of Chinachem Group (7th from right), Amy Chan, Chairman of Child Development Matching Fund (6th from right), Mary Wong (8th from right), Director of Legal of Chinachem Group, Mason Wu, Director of Child Development Matching Fund (7th from left) and representatives of Chinachem Group, CDMF and representatives from The Praise Assembly (Tsuen Wan).

Photo 2-3: CDMF beneficiary students, James and Stella present their journey and their experience gained during the programme and soft skills and tangible assets they gained. 

The Group has been a long-time supporter of the CDMF, which was founded in 2009 to address the issue of intergenerational poverty in Hong Kong and support and complement the HKSAR Government’s Child Development Fund (CDF). The CDMF provides valuable support for underprivileged youth in society. It runs three-year programmes during which the participants, aged 10 to 16, are required to make personal savings of HKD200 per month for two years, amounting to HKD4,800 in total. These personal savings are matched by community donations, including the Chinachem matching fund, plus a Government bonus of equal amount. This means that the young people will ultimately have a total of HKD14,400 (HKD4,800 x 3) to spend on areas that support their personal growth and development.

 

To connect with some of the outstanding beneficiaries in the Tsuen Wan and Kwai Tsing Districts and mark the finale of the 2019/20 programme, four participants along with their families and their mentors were recently invited to a tea gathering ceremony at Nina Hotel, where they were joined by the Chairman and other officers of CDMF, as well as representatives of Chinachem Group and CDF operator The Praise Assembly (Tsuen Wan). During the ceremony the four youngsters shared how they used their matching fund to support their growth and development, ranging from computer programming, language learning to the purchase of facilitating equipment. James Cheung wishes to become a computer engineer in the future. He spent part of his matching fund in a computer programming and game design course. Stella Kao wants to work in the medical field after her graduation. Her wish is to join an international rescue service. She spent some matching funds to enrich her foreign language abilities so she can have better communication skills when working overseas. Wing Wong wishes to develop her future career in the art and multi-media industries. She applied for a course in film-editing and bought some related software to enhance her computer to practice the relevant skills. Another youth Yen Wong, on the other hand, used part of her matching fund in a music course to improve her flute performance skill. 

 

Sylvia Chung, Chief Business Impact Officer of Chinachem Group, noted during the tea gathering that the prolonged pandemic had continued to deal heavy blows to local economic activities. “We have supported the CDMF since 2018. As a part of the community, the Group understands the importance of being inclusive and supportive of the needs of its neighbours, in this case young people in the Tsuen Wan and Kwai Tsing Districts,” she said. “Two key areas of our community programmes focus on relief of poverty and the advancement of education. Through this programme, we hope our targeted youths can develop good savings and financial habits, to make better planning for their future. We always aim to make a positive contribution to society through our adherence to the ‘Triple Bottom Line’, a commitment that all our activities will benefit People, bring Prosperity to the community and preserve the Planet.”

 

Explaining the work of CDMF, its Chairman Amy Chan said “CDMF helps youths build ‘tangible assets‘ through building a savings habit and learning wealth management. CDMF also opens opportunities for them to build ‘intangible assets‘. All CDMF beneficiary youths, once they reach the aged of 16, will be placed with different industries for work experience arranged by the Child Development Initiative Alliance, a CDMF strategic partner, to widen their exposure and horizons, and enhance their soft skills for upward mobility, eventually enabling them to come out of poverty. We are extremely grateful to Chinachem Group for supporting this poverty alleviation policy. This will bring a positive impact to our needy youths and help them develop talents for the sustainable growth of our economy. This is made possible by the tri-partite co-operation between the Government, business and the community to nurture our next generation.” 

 

For more information on how the Chinachem Group is caring for local communities, please visit its website here.

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Chinachem Group

Since 1960, Chinachem Group has been a leading property developer in Hong Kong, with a portfolio covering residential, commercial, retail and industrial buildings for sales and investment, in addition to operating hotels and property management services. The Group actively seeks to make a positive contribution to society through its adherence to the “Triple Bottom Line”, a commitment that its activities will benefit People, bring Prosperity to the community and preserve the Planet.

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500 Startups Kicks-off Taiwan Tech Arena Accelerator Program to Strengthen Taiwan’s Startup Ecosystem

The global program has selected 13 Taiwanese and 7 international startups

TAIPEI, TAIWAN – Media OutReach – 3 September 2021 – Global venture capital firm 500 Startups announced today that it has selected 20 startups to be part of the Taiwan Tech Arena (“TTA”) Accelerator Program. The program aims to impact Taiwan’s innovation ecosystem, by nurturing local and international startups that have the potential to scale regionally and globally.

 

Joining 13 Taiwanese companies are 7 international startups that aim to build or expand their businesses in Taiwan. They are building tech-enabled solutions to issues in several sectors, including healthcare, HR, fintech, IT, education, consumer services, marketing, and design.

 

The eight-week accelerator program offers 500 Startups’ signature accelerator growth curriculum, including workshops and masterclasses where participants can leverage access to 500 Startups’ global network of mentors, founders, and industry stakeholders.

 

“We believe the startup community in Taiwan has tremendous potential, with the program receiving more than 180 applicants,” said Carrie Liauw, Regional Director of 500 Startups’ APAC program. “We’re very excited to bring together a strong selection of founders, who will receive unwavering support through this program. We believe that the program will play a central role in Taiwan’s startup ecosystem.”

 

“For years, Taiwan was well-known as a major chip manufacturer, but we are now   making significant strides in the digital space. Our partnership with 500 Startups plays a central role in our quest to build a world-class startup ecosystem,” says a TTA Representative.

 

The startups in the program are:

 

Aibou: All-in-one workforce management tool for shift-work industries, with easily actionable data analytics.

 

AIDirect: Empowers dentists with AI algorithm and material database, to provide a quicker, painless and more precise treatment for patients.

 

aiseed Inc.: Developing an autonomous drone platform and total solutions to help any size companies adopt advanced autonomous vehicles to reach their business goal by reducing inefficient and redundant operations.

 

Artzy: Brings creative talent and businesses together to spark new possibilities.

 

CreatorDB: An influencer marketing software platform plus agency focused on using big data analytics with AI to help companies run marketing campaigns with social media creators efficiently both in terms of time and cost.

 

Crescendo Lab: Build simple, practical software and data solutions to transform enterprises to better communicate with their customer

 

Dent&Co: Online dental booking platform.

 

dipp, Inc.: Aims to transform visual design process into a scientific one through design analysis and automation of design production workflow.

 

Fluv: Asia’s leading pet care platform.

 

Giftpack: AI-powered corporate gifting CRM that elevates the experience and process.

 

GoSky AI Inc.: AI-powered data analytics communication tool for businesses.

 

KryptoGO: Helps financial institutions, such as banks, insurance, and VASPs to quickly identify money-laundering risks with a due diligence engine built on top of AI and DLT.

 

MyProGuide: Professional tour guide center.

 

OakMega: Enables customers to build trustful relationships with your VIP customers.

 

OnMyGrad Limited: Supercharges campus recruitment with immersive virtual experiences and exclusive industry insights for emerging talents.

 

ShowHue: Creates high converting product images automatically.

 

Spaceship: A platform where users can easily and instantly compare and book international courier services.

 

SparkAmplify: AI-powered PR, unleashing a brand’s media coverage potential.

 

Talent Basket: Edtech platform that helps companies hire top global students.

 

YajanTech Co.Ltd.: AR/VR and facial recognition technologies applicable to multiple industries.

In addition to the above, 500 Startups has also worked with a number of other Taiwanese startups to provide them with resources and support, including Blocto, Carvis AI, CYBAVO, InfuseAI, MangaX, Phase and Rosetta.ai.

 

To register for the Demo Day of the TTA Accelerator Program, please sign up at https://bit.ly/2Vd4wlx. To learn more about the TTA Accelerator Program, please visit https://ecosystems.500.co/taiwan-tech-arena.

About 500 Startups

500 Startups is one of the most active global early-stage venture capital firms. Since its inception in 2010, 500 Startups has invested in over 2,500 companies across 77 countries. Its 140-plus team members are located in more than 15 countries to support 500 Startups’ global portfolio. Notable investments include Credit Karma, Canva, Talkdesk, Intercom, GitLab, Grab and Bukalapak.

500 Startups also helps develop innovation ecosystems by partnering with governments and foundations to build tailored accelerator programs, and with corporations to build internal venture building capacity and to undertake external innovation partnerships with startups. 500 Startups also trains investors through educational programs. 500 Startups has run more than 50 growth and accelerator programs for over 1,500 startups worldwide.

About Taiwan Tech Arena (TTA)

Taiwan Tech Arena (TTA) is a deep tech startup ecosystem building program bringing academic/R&D talents, startups, accelerators, corporate and investors under one roof.

Located in Taipei Arena with 30,000+ sq ft co-working and event space specifically designed for tech innovation, Taiwan Tech Arena aims to cultivate deep technology entrepreneurship, foster commercialization of innovation and build a vibrant cross border deep tech startup ecosystem.

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Housing Complete for Villagers Displaced by Nam Thuen 1 Hydropower Project

A handover ceremony for new houses provided to relocated villagers.

The Nam Theun 1 Hydropower Project has handed over new homes to residents who have been affected by the project.

Laos Records 15th Death From Covid-19

Fifteenth death from Covid-19 in Laos

A man in Salavanh Province has become the country’s fifteenth death as a result of Covid-19.

Laos Sees Higher Numbers of Local Cases Than Imported Cases

Covid update Champasack

Laos has confirmed 146 new cases of Covid-19, bringing the total number of cases to 15,605.

Asia’s Largest Professional Learning Platform SpeakIn Ties up with Singapore-based Exponent Global Consulting

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 3 September 2021 – SpeakInAsia’s largest tech-enabled professional learning platform, today announced their official partnership with local recruitment firm, Exponent Global Consulting to further expand its presence in the region. This collaboration hopes to grant both SpeakIn and Exponent Global Consulting the ability to revolutionize the corporate learning landscape in the region through purpose-led upskilling, thereby also impacting talent development and acquisition across sectors.

 

Believing in an individual’s ability to change the course of an organisation, Exponent Global Consulting dedicatedly offers its clientele consulting services that are heavily embedded in leadership development, executive coaching and organization development. SpeakIn not only complements this thought process but also elevates it through accomplished experts who shed light on varying topics that influence workplace dynamics such as diversity and inclusion, women empowerment, sustainable investments and coaching.

 

This joint venture is the first of many that SpeakIn seeks to emulate within the region. Founded on the belief that it is crucial for knowledge to be democratised for higher growth opportunities, SpeakIn believes in streamlining its clients’ access to well grounded, practical information offered through verified and credible thought leaders from different industries. Deepshikha Kumar, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of SpeakIn said “We had previously announced our desire to form local partnerships with businesses who prioritise technology powered learning and development equally within the region and we’re incredibly excited to embark on this journey with Exponent Global Consulting. Through this collaboration, we aspire to be a reliable catalyst of change for professional development in a knowledge driven, meritocratic society such as Singapore’s with the effective use of our platform’s faculties.”


“Content, quality and adaptability are at the forefront of SpeakIn’s decisions. From our understanding of the Singapore market, there is great emphasis and willingness to engage in preferential learning in order to progress. By providing a tailormade platform that caters to professionals and corporations seeking to gain a competitive edge, we seek to build a global community of like-minded, passionate and ambitious individuals to refashion professional development within the region.” she added.


Mrigank Ojha, Co-Founder and Managing Director at Exponent Global Consulting comments on the joint venture, “With a tie-up with SpeakIn, Exponent will be able to offer its clients a comprehensive suite of Learning, Development and Coaching services from top-tier global experts. SpeakIn’s unique models for best-in-class learning platform which is ideally suited for organizations that are truly committed to upskilling their teams. Exponent is confident that its clients across various sectors and geographies will benefit tremendously from SpeakIn’s capability development offerings”.

 

This partnership between SpeakIn and Exponent Global Consulting is the first of many steps SpeakIn is working towards accomplishing since their establishment in Singapore as the new global headquarters earlier this month. The eventual plan for SpeakIn is to enter the markets of other ASEAN countries and the Middle East.

 

For more information, please visit https://www.speakin.co/sg/

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Medlinker and China Association of STD and AIDS Prevention and Control launched expert consensus on AIDS Internet diagnosis and treatment management

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 3 September 2021 – On June 16, 2021, China’s leading Internet Hospital Medlinker announced the establishment of an academic committee. Cheng Shujun, an academician of the Chinese Academy of Engineering and a well-known tumor etiology expert, and Liu Lisheng, a former chairman of the World Hypertension Alliance and a well-known cardiovascular medical expert, served as the chief consultant expert. The first batch of experts in the academic committee also includes dozens of academic leaders and experts and professors who have studied in various disease fields for many years, covering many disciplines such as tumors, endocrinology, infection, cardiovascular, ophthalmology, and so on.

Medlinker promotes the standardized development of the Internet medical industry

 

Since the covid-19 epidemic, the country has promulgated several encouraging policies from the three aspects of “medical”, “medicine” and “insurance”. The public has gradually developed the habit of seeking medical treatment online, and Internet medical treatment has flourished. As a new medical model, while developing rapidly, it also brings new challenges to the service quality and management of Internet hospitals. This year’s “Government Work Report” proposed for the first time to promote the development of “Internet + medical and health” standards, which means that the industry will enter a new stage of high-quality development through “standards”. Wang Shirui, founder and CEO of Medlinker, said frankly in his speech: “This is the original intention of Medlinker to establish the academic committee. How to make use of the convenience, accessibility, and intelligence of Internet hospitals to ensure the standardization and effectiveness of medical services and to protect the vital interests of doctors and patients is a problem that needs to be solved urgently. We hope that we can unite the academic forces of various parties to share the experience of Medlinker in the establishment of patient online management systems, standardized processes of out-of-hospital management, and discipline construction, and share with the society, so that we can promote the standardized development of the Internet medical industry to better empower doctors and serve patients.”

 

Academician Cheng Shujun, the chief advisor of the Academic Committee of the Medlinker, said: “People’s understanding of life and many diseases is still in its infancy. A very important reason is that the data we have is limited. With the advent of the information age, people will see from a larger perspective the phenomena and data that have never appeared in the development of life sciences. The disclosure of these phenomena and data will promote the development of medical science and even a major revolution. Congratulations on the establishment of the Medlinker Academic Committee. I also look forward to the use of information technology and big data to deepen the understanding of diseases and make greater contributions to human health.”

 

Experts Participate in Diabetes, Tumor, AIDS Discipline Construction Major Release

 

At the beginning of 2018, Medlinker took liver disease as the entry point, focused its business on the Internet chronic disease management, always adhered to the serious medical development strategy, continued to drive the discipline construction as the core, explored safe and effective out-of-hospital management solutions for each disease type, worked hard to provide patients’ care, and were responsible for medical results. At the inauguration ceremony of the academic committee, clinical experts from many fields such as diabetes, tumors, and AIDS shared the latest research progress of their joint research with the medical association.

 

AIDS is one of the most significant public health challenges in the world. At present, there is no specific medicine that can cure AIDS, and there is no vaccine that can effectively prevent AIDS, but the continuous development of science and technology has made AIDS a treatable chronic disease. Internet technology can effectively help AIDS prevention and is of significance to the prevention and control of AIDS in China and the world. On the day of the event, the Medical Federation made new moves in the development of the AIDS discipline. The “Expert Consensus on AIDS Internet Diagnosis and Treatment Management” led by the Information Exchange and Digital Prevention and Control Working Committee of the China Association for the Prevention and Control of STDs and AIDS with the participation of Medlinker was officially launched to provide guidance for the better application of Internet medical care in the prevention and control of AIDS.

 

At present, the country is fully advancing the construction of a healthy China, and Internet medical care has broken time and regional restrictions and played a major role in the normalization of the epidemic. This time, Medlinker invited academicians and academic leaders in various fields to establish an academic committee, which will continue to conduct in-depth exploration and research around the full life cycle management of diseases, promote the standardized development of online management, and help the construction of a healthy China.

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