Online & Offline Exhibition for Public Viewing in Parallel

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 3 March 2023 – Organized by National Geographic magazine and presented by Wheelock Properties, the Hong Kong Photo Contest 2022 closed for submissions on December 5, 2022. Despite being limited to photographs taken within Hong Kong, the Contest was highly competitive, with many photography enthusiasts from mainland China, Taiwan, Macau, Malaysia, Japan, Australia, the United Kingdom, the United States, Mexico, Hungary, the Netherlands, and the United Arab Emirates competing alongside local Hong Kong photographers.

The Contest was divided into six categories: City, Wildlife, Landscape, People, Mobile, and Short Video, with a total of 8,580 entries. The judging panel consisted of National Geographic Chinese explorer, renowned wildlife photographer Xi Zhinong, Hong Kong filmmaker Cheung King-wai, and Lee Yungshih, the Editor-in-Chief of the Chinese version of National Geographic magazine.

Wildlife photographer Xi Zhinong said: “It is an honor to participate in the judging of the Hong Kong Photo Contest 2022. The Contest inspires photographers and Hong Kong citizens to constantly discover the changes in Hong Kong. The works in the six categories allow us to approach Hong Kong more comprehensively, while also showing the relationship between the city and nature. The most precious thing about Hong Kong is the wilderness that is so close to the high-rise buildings. The wildlife photography works in this Contest are not exciting enough. I hope that with the continuous holding of the Contest, more and better wildlife images can emerge.”

Another judge, director Cheung King-wai, said: “The works are all beautiful, stunning, and dazzling. The judging process is like choosing a wife from a crowd of beautiful women. Since the beauty is there, we focus on the ‘uniqueness,’ exclude the monotony, and then look at the ‘thoughtfulness,’ to see if the works can stimulate the viewers’ imagination. We also spent a lot of time checking whether the photos were ‘over-processed,’ becoming too ‘artificial’ and ‘fake.’ It was exhausting and demonstrated the problems caused by technology. Both in aesthetics and as people, it is best to be as natural and sincere as possible. ”

Lee Yungshih, the editor-in-chief, believed that “the Hong Kong Photo Contest 2022 once again attracted many wonderful works, which is gratifying. In particular, many photos captured the special journey that Hong Kong has experienced over the past two years, leaving behind a certain historical significance. This is the second time for Short Video as a category of the Contest, we gradually saw more videos with ‘storytelling’ attempts, rather than just a collection of fragments. We look forward to seeing more creative and innovative works in photography and video in the future.”

“We are deeply honoured to have co-organised the Hong Kong Photo Contest with National Geographic for the sixth consecutive year. It is also our pleasure to have received over 8,500 entries. Each of them revealed the mesmerising beauty of the metropolis, and the entries in the Short Video category even told extraordinary stories of our city. Now that the pandemic is behind us, life in Hong Kong returns to normal. We hope every photo enthusiast will continue to support the Hong Kong Photo Contest by showing the unique charisma of Hong Kong to the world.”, says Ricky Wong, Vice Chairman & Managing Director of Wheelock Properties Limited and Wheelock Properties (Hong Kong) Limited.

The winning entries of “Organized by National Geographic Magazine Chinese Edition, Presented by Wheelock: Hong Kong Photo Contest 2022” will be exhibited in physical exhibition and online virtual exhibition in parallel, allowing the global public to visit for free.

1. Physical Exhibition︰
   Address:「WLAB」- 1/F, Block A-D, Tung Kin Factory Building, 196 Tsat Tsz Mui Road, North Point
   Date: 3 – 31 March 2023, 2pm – 5pm (Closed on Sat, Sun & public holidays)
2. Online Virtual Exhibition： https://hkphotocontest.com/

The Awardees include:

City Category

Award	Awardee	Title
Winner	Siu Wai Fung	The Unique New Architecture in Hong Kong
1st Runner-Up	Wong Chi Kai	Lighthouse at Night
2nd Runner-Up	Ho Lap Yan Stephenie	Fusion
Merit	Kwok Yung Choi	Rain Curtain
Merit	William Anthony Marconi	Enter into the Wonderland
Merit	Chan Wei Tsun Ricky	New Chapter

Wildlife Category

Award	Awardee	Title
Winner	Ho Tsz Hin	Veil Dancer
1st Runner-Up	Cheung Hin Kit	A Soulful Gaze
2nd Runner-Up	Chow Ka Leung Victor	My Heart For You!
Merit	Chow Wo Ming	The Moment of Embrace
Merit	Chong Ho Yin	Spitting Pearl
Merit	Tay Wai Mun Sybil	Skimming the Water Surface

Landscape Category

Award	Awardee	Title
Winner	So Long Yin	A Corner at the Mountain
1st Runner-Up	Chan Hin Kau	Blue Tears
2nd Runner-Up	Chan Hiu Yee	The Restlessness at Dusk
Merit	Cheung Sung Lok	An Encounter at the Lion Rock
Merit	Tang Kit Yi Jeanny	The Hidden Corner
Merit	Lee Chung Ming	Small Town, Big Mountain.

People Category

Award	Awardee	Title
Winner	Tan Jose Emmanuel	Opening Up
1st Runner-Up	Kwok Tsz Fai	When Life Gets Hard, Persevering!
2nd Runner-Up	Choi Wai Ha	The Hurried Passerby
Merit	Suen Chi Keung	The Unsung Heros
Merit	Ho Hon Ming	The Persistence Under the Pandemic
Merit	Chan Ka Wah	Partnership

Mobile Photography Category

Award	Awardee	Title
Winner	Lam Ho Wang Owen	Limited-time Façade
1st Runner-Up	Wong Ho Kuen Hudson	A Corner at the Star Ferry
2nd Runner-Up	Lee Chee Mui	Handmade Dried Fish
Merit	Wong Lai Man	The Art of Construction
Merit	Ho Wai Hung	Heads Up
Merit	Ho Wai Keung	The Angel’s Kiss

Short Video Category

Award	Awardee	Title
Winner	Yeung Nga Ting	The Gift and Beauty of Quarantine
1st Runner-Up	Ip Alan Chin Chung	Vegetable Stall Daily
2nd Runner-Up	Cheung Chi Chung	Chronicle of Time
Merit	Ng Wai Chuen	Beat of Tai Tam
Merit	Hu Jiaming, Kaming	Hong Kong Under the Horizon
Merit	Tang Wai Hang	Scavenging Life among Shreds

For more information about “Hong Kong Photo Contest 2022”, please visit https://www.hkphotocontest.com

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HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 3 March 2023 – Kaspersky has acquired 49% of Ximi Pro, a subsidiary of Ximi Lab that develops Tron, a comprehensive solution for the protection of container infrastructures. This acquisition will allow the company to develop an offering that would provide full-fledged protection within Cloud Workload Protection concept. It would also extend its upcoming XDR solution with the ability to detect and respond to threats in container’s infrastructure.

The global market for commercial container software is growing rapidly. According to Gartner forecasts, 70% of international companies will be running more than two containerized applications in production by 2023, up from less than 20% in 2019. The reason for such growth is explained by the opportunity to optimize corporate IT infrastructures and development processes by this virtualization technology. However, in some cases container infrastructure could be an initial vector of targeted attacks because of its incorrect configuration. To address such risks Kaspersky is expanding its portfolio with a container security solution.

This acquisition will allow Kaspersky to cover container infrastructure, application and the services based on it with Extended Detection and Response (XDR) scenarios. They will also be able to obtain additional telemetry from containers and their environments, providing adequate response actions, and ensuring more comprehensive security for organizations’ assets. Moreover, providing full visibility into container infrastructure, the new product will help companies identify suspicious behavior and defend against threat actors who use containers misconfiguration in their attacks.

Andrey Efremov, Chief Business Development Officer at Kaspersky, says: “One of the key goals of our strategy is to develop an ecosystem that would cover all security needs of our enterprise customers. We see a growing demand for container security today in all types of industries, not only in software development and IT but also in manufacturing, finance, retail etc. as more and more companies use container infrastructure on a daily basis. I’m very excited we are adding this important capability to our growing portfolio”.

Artem Tovbin, General Director of Ximi Lab, comments: “Our team has strived to improve the world around us and enhance its own expertise in information security, development culture and management. Cooperating with Kaspersky gives us an opportunity to work with one of the best international information security companies which allows us to create a world-class product. In today’s IT world any product is doomed to be secondary without an ecosystem, enterprise-level sales and a strong brand. Partnership with Kaspersky provides us with these advantages. We hope that our cooperation will supply the market with reliable information security tools and helps numerous businesses to focus on their core services and products”.

Chris Connell, APAC Managing Director for Kaspersky added, “Business focus on digital transformation is triggering rapid cloud adoption. This acquisition will help Kaspersky promote container infrastructure, applications, and services based on our Extended Detection and Response (XDR) scenarios. Any workload, whether physical, virtualized, or housed in a private, public, or hybrid cloud, is protected by Kaspersky Hybrid Cloud Security. We aspire to ensure everything operates efficiently and safely, irrespective of how the clients’ infrastructure is configured. We envision transforming our leading security intelligence into absolute protection for our clients through this acquisition, empowering our clients to use technology in their life and business safely and confidently. Security is made more accessible by having our data-driven product for your cloud security requirements and a single console to manage your hybrid infrastructure, enabling business leaders to focus on other aspects of their digital transformation journey.”

Kaspersky has already developed technologies providing protection within Cloud Workload Protection. In particular, the company offers Kaspersky Hybrid Cloud Security, a cloud-native solution for hybrid environments. More information about this product is available on the website.

Hashtag: #Lapcom #Kaspersky #Cybersecurity #EDR #XDR #ContainerSecurity #DevSecOps

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About Lapcom Limited

Lapcom Limited is a value-added distributor specialized in information security. Over 20 years Lapcom professional team works closely with channel partners to deliver security consultations and supports to individuals and organizations. Frist-hand experience gained from field keep the company abreast of the market and be able to brings together best-in-class solutions and service that protect customers from IT threats and allow enterprises to better manage risks in the ever-changing network environment. Visit www.lapcom.com.hk for more information.

About Kaspersky

Kaspersky is a global cybersecurity and digital privacy company founded in 1997. Kaspersky’s deep threat intelligence and security expertise is constantly transforming into innovative security solutions and services to protect businesses, critical infrastructure, governments and consumers around the globe. The company’s comprehensive security portfolio includes leading endpoint protection and a number of specialized security solutions and services to fight sophisticated and evolving digital threats. Over 400 million users are protected by Kaspersky technologies and we help 240,000 corporate clients protect what matters most to them. Learn more at www.kaspersky.com.

The Canadian Celebrity Took Time-Off For A Little Rest-And-Relax On Singapore’s Largest Yacht for Charter

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 3 March 2023 – Fresh from her debut in the yacht chartering scene in Singapore last week, the ‘Star of the Sea’ luxury superyacht hosted internationally-acclaimed comedian Russell Peters on Monday, 27 February 2023.

Fresh from his sold-out “Russell Peters: Act Your Age World Tour” performance at the Singapore Indoor Stadium last Friday, the Canadian stand-up comedian who took the opportunity to enjoy and relax, cruised along Singapore’s coastline with an intimate group of friends on board the luxurious ‘Star of the Sea’, Singapore’s largest yacht for charter.

Hosted by the ‘Star of the Sea’ partners, Evangeline Wong and veteran yacht builder Julian Chang, Russell Peters enjoyed a fun-filled evening of champagne and whisky amidst the plush and elegant interiors of the 128-foot vessel, while captivating everybody on board with his quick wit and charming banter.

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About ‘Star of the Sea’

The ‘Star of the Sea’ superyacht features a massive flybridge that holds dozens of people at once, a splendidly-furnished lounge area with a bar, an expansive entertainment level for movies or karaoke sessions, an outdoor jacuzzi with a full view of the sea, a 6-man tender, six plush bedrooms, a complete kitchen perfect for a private chef, a large dining area that sits 16 persons, as well as a host of water toys, such as kayaks and stand-up paddle boards. Powered by twin MTU engines by Rolls Royce, the vessel is the largest yacht built locally in Singapore in 2012. Newly refurbished in 2023 and relaunched as the ‘Star of the Sea’ by SOTS Superyachts Pte Ltd, the vessel boasts a combination of high-speed performance, elegant, pristine exteriors, and stunning, sophisticated interiors. When berthed, ‘Star of the Sea’ accommodates up to 150 persons, making it ideal for dockside parties and corporate events. Out at sea, the superyacht can accommodate up to 50 persons.

For more information on the ‘Star of the Sea’, please visit www.staroftheseasuperyacht.com or contact SOTS Superyacht Pte Ltd at +65 9768 8850 or email info@staroftheseasuperyacht.com.

Berkeley Group is launching the year’s biggest UK property show. BoConcept to feature timeless design at its respective 10th Anniversary

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 3 March 2023 – BoConcept is to transform living, leisure, and work spaces into more extraordinary places! On BoConcept Hong Kong’s tenth anniversary, it kicks off this year with trusted partner Berkeley Group to bring its first property project – a full 360-degree service, from interior design to installation and aftersales. Leading UK property developer Berkeley Group is taking over Sky100 in Hong Kong’s ICC building from February 26th until March 9th with their ‘Spring into Action’ showcase. This is set to be Hong Kong’s largest UK property event of the year, with 24 developments from their extended portfolio on display, with numerous guest speakers and activations throughout the two weeks.

The showcase consists of several different experiences:

1. BoConcept sponsored furniture and design services in building an entire show home within Sky100 with interactive displays showing different high-resolution exterior views from 24 homes across some of their portfolio via state-of-the-art LED walls, bringing the exclusive experience of being in these homes to Hong Kong.
2. As guests enter Sky100, over ten metres of Berkeley Groups’ developments are showcased visually where the developer has regenerated different neighbourhoods across London and the UK, highlighting Berkeley Group’s expertise in placemaking. From improving transport and infrastructure facilities, ensuring green areas are abundant for residents to enjoy, and delivering high-quality new homes, guests will get to see before and after highlights of these incredible undertakings.
3. Industry experts and partners will share thoughts on trending topics daily throughout the event. These include learning about the true return on investment for property purchases when utilizing a mortgage, managing currency risks, furnishing your UK property, tax efficiency for buy-to-let UK purchases, BNO visas, studying in the UK and the London property outlook to name a few. These insightful discussions will be useful to Hong Kong buyers and investors looking to purchase a home in the UK.

BoConcept balanced living ethos post covid

Danish furniture brand BoConcept, founded by Jens Ærthøj and Tage Mølholm in 1952, continues to create high-quality design furniture fitting a range of budgets. Thanks to our customization and interior design consulting service, BoConcept is a household name here and afar. Our business service has become a trusted go-to planning partner for property projects this year. Our design of a customizable collection can reflect company value, and customization options cover material, size, component, and finish. Many designs are also reconfigurable; we provide a fully coordinated collection of accessories for the finishing touches.

When given the right opportunity to present ourselves this year on Hong Kong BoConcept’s tenth anniversary, we hope to bring hygge heritage to enhance all lives. New business development opportunities are around. Berkeley Group is an excellent opportunity for us to create a sense of beauty in simplicity and allows us to reinforce the space with one’s personality, we support the Berkeley Group on the “Spring into Action” Expo by presenting signature designs of products and services to potential property investors and industry experts.

“Spring into Action” Expo is Hong Kong’s Premier UK Property Event. During the 12-day Expo, we display iconic products in the living room, dining room, and bedroom area, including a Bergamo L-shape sofa, Alicante Dining Table, Adelaide Dining Chair and Houston Bed etc. BoConcept products are all based on simple and practical designs. To build up an extraordinary place, we offer more than 120 different fabrics and materials, which can be truly experienced from touch and vision to satisfy customers’ needs. We also provide:

• Free interior design consultation service.
• Business partnership globally and locally, incl. purchase, rental, and staging services.
• Useful styling information with 3D-rendered details.
• On-the-ground support for detailed experience at our retail stores.

3D drawings can illustrate vividly to the clients the style matched on different furniture, mood lighting, texture, the material used, and functional design.

Our focus, find beauty here and afar, home, and home away from home.

Berkeley Group offers homeowners the opportunity to purchase various residential properties in over 50 developments spread across London, the South of England, and other important locations such as Birmingham. With over 50 speakers and seminars at Expo, BoConcept is excited to be this year’s partner to share how your home in Hong Kong, your future home, or second home can enjoy beautiful furnishing and interior design services to assist with clients’ properties globally and locally.

BoConcept’s substantial resources in Hong Kong are available to provide assistance and support where it is necessary on an ongoing basis, both now and in the future.

Berkeley Group “Spring into Action” Expo

Date: 26 February – 9 March 2023
Open hours: 1000 – 2100
Venue : Sky 100, Observation Deck, International Commerce Centre (ICC), Hong Kong
Reserve here: https://www.berkeleyspringintoaction.com/en/springintoaction/boconcept

To know more about BoConcept business service:
www.boconcept.com/en-hk/contract

To explore BoConcept Interior Design Service:
www.boconcept.com/en-hk/interior-design-service

Hashtag: #BoConcept

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About BoConcept

BoConcept was founded in 1952 in Denmark and is today the world’s most global furniture retailer, with over 310 stores spanning 67 countries. The brand works with award-winning designers to create collections of furniture, accessories and lighting for private homes and business spaces. Under the heading ‘Live ‘Ekstraordinær’, BoConcept is committed to bringing its flexible Interior Design Service and industry-leading customization to spaces both private and public – without compromising on design vision or aesthetics.

Our stores

BOCONCEPT CENTRAL	73 Wyndham Street, Hong Kong	2668 0027
BOCONCEPT LEE GARDEN	Shop 206 – 210, Lee Garden Three, Causeway Bay	2110 9705
BOCONCEPT HOMESQUARE	Shop 118, Level 1, HomeSquare, 138 Shatin Rural Committee Road, Shatin	3468 7102
BOCONCEPT FESTIVAL WALK	Shop 34, LG1, Festival Walk, Kowloon Tong, Kowloon	3468 4899

About Berkeley Group

Berkeley Group builds homes and neighbourhoods across London, Birmingham and the South of England. Our passion and purpose are to build quality homes, strengthen communities, and make a lasting positive difference in people’s lives. We specialize in brownfield regeneration, working together with our partners to revive underused land and create unique, sustainable and nature-rich places where communities thrive and people of all ages and backgrounds can enjoy a great quality of life. Our vision is to be a world-class business, trusted to transform the most challenging sites into exceptional places and to maximize our positive impact on society, the economy and the natural world.