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Grand & Straits Optical Highlights Toa Payoh Outlet and Prepares to Introduce Meta Smart Eyewear in Singapore

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SINGAPORE, April 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Grand & Straits Optical, a homegrown optical retailer serving Singapore’s heartland communities for more than four decades, is spotlighting its Toa Payoh outlet as part of its ongoing commitment to providing customers with a wide selection of quality eyewear at accessible price points.

Operated by Grand Optical & Contact Lens Pte Ltd and Straits Optical & Contact Lens Pte Ltd, the company currently runs five outlets across Singapore, serving customers in neighbourhood locations with convenient and affordable eyewear solutions.

Located at Blk 190 Toa Payoh Central #01-568 Singapore 310190, the Toa Payoh outlet offers customers an extensive range of eyewear collections suitable for young adults, working professionals, and families.

With over 1,000 eyewear frames and sunglasses available, customers can explore a wide variety of styles while receiving personalised recommendations and fitting guidance from experienced staff. The outlet is open daily from 10:45am to 9:00pm, making it convenient for heartland shoppers.

Expanding Eyewear Innovation with Gen 2 Meta Smart Eyewear

As consumer interest grows in eyewear that combines style with smart technology, Grand & Straits Optical has introduced the Gen 2 Meta AI glasses, including Ray-Ban Meta and Oakley Meta collections, featuring both sunglasses and optical series.

Singapore is among the first in Asia to carry available stocks of these latest-generation Meta smart eyewear models.

The collection blends iconic eyewear designs with advanced smart technology features designed to support modern lifestyles.

Available in both sunglasses and prescription options in limited quantities, the Meta smart eyewear can also be customised with prescription lenses and transition lenses to suit individual vision needs.

Featured Models in the Gen 2 Collection

Popular models available include:

  • Ray-Ban Meta Wayfarer (Gen 2)
    – The most iconic and best-selling model, especially in classic black frames with green lenses
  • Ray-Ban Meta Headliner (Gen 2) / Skyler (Gen 2)
    – Stylish lifestyle options suited for everyday wear
  • Oakley Meta HSTN / Oakley Meta Vanguard
    – Designed for performance and popular among athletes

What’s New in Gen 2 Meta Smart Eyewear

The Gen 2 Meta AI glasses offer enhanced smart capabilities, including:

  • Improved audio and camera performance
  • Hands-free photo and video capture
  • Voice-activated Meta AI assistance
  • Seamless connectivity for calls, music, and social sharing

Now available in both sunglasses and prescription options in limited quantities, the Meta smart eyewear collection is available at selected outlets, including:

Straits Optical – Clementi Outlet
Blk 443 Clementi Centre Ave 3 #01-73
Singapore 120443

Grand Optical – Toa Payoh Outlet
Blk 190 Toa Payoh Central #01-568
Singapore 310190

Customers are welcome to visit the outlets to experience and try on the smart eyewear in-store before making a purchase. Availability is limited and subject to current stock.

A Stronger Eyewear Experience for Heartland Shoppers

Grand & Straits Optical first began operations in 1980 with its Clementi outlet and has since grown into a trusted neighbourhood optical retailer serving generations of customers.

With a focus on quality eyewear, personalised service, and accessible pricing, the company continues to strengthen its product offerings while keeping pace with evolving consumer needs.

“Our goal is to make quality eyewear accessible for heartland shoppers while staying connected with the latest advancements in technology,” said Cherie Theng from Grand & Straits Optical.

“By introducing Gen 2 Meta AI eyewear we aim to offer customers a new category of eyewear that enhances everyday lifestyles, while allowing them to experience the products in-store before making a purchase.”

Meta Smart Eyewear – Now Available (Limited Stocks)

The Meta eyewear collection integrates modern technology features into classic eyewear designs, offering customers a new way to stay connected and enhance productivity in their daily routines.

As one of the first retailers in Asia to offer the latest Gen 2 Meta AI glasses, Grand & Straits Optical invites customers to visit selected outlets to explore the collection firsthand.

Currently available in limited quantities at selected outlets, customers are encouraged to visit in-store to experience the collection firsthand.

Customers can visit the Toa Payoh or Clementi outlets, or follow Grand & Straits Optical on Instagram (@gs.eyewear) and Facebook (Grand & Straits Optical) for the latest updates.

About Grand & Straits Optical

Grand & Straits Optical is a Singapore-based optical retailer operated by Straits Optical & Contact Lens Pte Ltd and Grand Optical & Contact Lens Pte Ltd, providing eyewear and contact lens solutions through neighbourhood outlets across Singapore.

Established in 1980, the company offers a wide selection of eyewear frames, sunglasses, and contact lenses, supported by experienced staff and personalised service. With more than 1,000 eyewear styles available, Grand & Straits Optical aims to provide customers with quality eyewear solutions that combine comfort, style, and accessibility.

Website: https://www.grandstraits.sg/

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We are advised by OculloSpace that journalists and other readers should disregard the news release, Singapore SME OculloSpace Partners Niantic Spatial to Bring Digital Twin Technology to Southeast Asia’s Maritime Industry, issued 22-Apr-2026 over PR Newswire.

DYXnet Wins Bronze Stevie® for Innovation in Technology Management, Planning & Implementation at the 2026 Asia-Pacific Stevie® Awards

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Recognized for Strategic Excellence in Delivering AI-Ready, Secure, and Integrated Digital Infrastructure


HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 24 April 2026 – DYXnet, a wholly-owned subsidiary of VNET Group (Nasdaq: VNET) and a leading enterprise network and ICT service provider in Greater China, has been honored the BRONZE STEVIE® Award for Innovation in Technology Management, Planning & Implementation at the 13th annual Asia-Pacific Stevie® Awards.

Gaining this prestigious recognition not only affirms DYXnet’s dedication to delivering professional, high-quality ICT services but also underscores its ongoing commitment to advancing with the fast-evolving technological landscape—particularly in the AI era—empowering enterprises to achieve seamless digital transformation through innovative, integrated solutions.

The Asia-Pacific Stevie Awards are the only business awards program to recognize innovation in the workplace in all 29 markets of the Asia-Pacific region. The Stevie Awards are widely considered to be the world’s premier business awards, conferring recognition for achievement in programs such as The International Business Awards® for 24 years.

This accolade celebrates DYXnet’s proven expertise in guiding enterprises through the complexities of the AI era. By combining thoughtful strategic planning with precise, end-to-end execution, DYXnet has created a powerful, unified infrastructure that seamlessly brings together high-performance AI computing, flexible cloud resources, reliable network connectivity, and comprehensive cybersecurity protections.

This integrated “AI+ Cloud-Network-Cybersecurity” approach empowers businesses to deploy and scale AI initiatives with confidence—whether through rapid private AI environments, intelligent operations automation (AIOps), or tailored enterprise AI applications that enhance decision-making, streamline processes, and boost overall efficiency. It effectively addresses critical demands such as surging computational requirements, secure hybrid environments, regulatory compliance, optimized resource use, and seamless multi-cloud connectivity, all while maintaining robust data protection.

These capabilities have already delivered tangible value across industries: improving production efficiency and security modernization in manufacturing, accelerating R&D cycles in emerging technology sectors, and strengthening operational resilience through compliant, high-performance infrastructure.

As a trusted enterprise network service provider in Hong Kong and Greater China, DYXnet places strong emphasis on the transformative power of AI. The company is committed to empowering enterprises with greater agility, resilience, and innovation through its one-stop “AI + Cloud + Network + Cybersecurity” solutions, and was amongst the first ICT service providers in the regions to obtain the prestigious ISO/IEC 42001 certification for AI management systems last year. The company continues to turn strategic vision into tangible outcomes, enabling enterprises to achieve secure, intelligent, and sustainable growth in the rapidly evolving digital landscape.

Hashtag: #DYXnet #第一線 #AI #雲網安

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About DYXnet

DYXnet, established in 1999 in Hong Kong, became a wholly-owned subsidiary of VNET Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: VNET) in 2014. It is a leading ICT service provider in Hong Kong and the Asia Pacific region, delivering innovative technologies and solutions to enterprises of all sizes and helping them fully embrace digital transformation. DYXnet offers a comprehensive portfolio of services, including enterprise networks (MPLS and SD-WAN), cloud solutions, data center services, cybersecurity, and AI solutions, empowering businesses to realize their full potential.

Being a pioneer in the ICT sector, DYXnet operates over 200 PoPs worldwide, covering more than 700 cities and serving over 30,000 client sites. DYXnet was among the first ICT service providers in the region to obtain prestigious ISO certifications, including ISO/ IEC 42001, ISO/IEC 27001, ISO/IEC 20000, and ISO 9001. Additionally, DYXnet is one of the inaugural official members of the China Cross-border Data Telecommunications Industry Alliance and has played a crucial role as one of the initial drafting units for SD-WAN service standards.

Xsolla Partners With De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde to Launch a Global Publishing Platform for the Next Generation of Filipino Game Developers

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Landmark MOU Gives Philippine Game Design Students a Direct Pathway to Publish, Distribute, and Compete on the World Stage


LOS ANGELES, US – Media OutReach Newswire – 24 April 2026 – Xsolla, a global video game commerce company that helps developers launch, grow, and monetize their games, today announced a strategic partnership with De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde (DLS-CSB), the pioneering institution behind the Philippines’ first full degree program in Game Design and Development. Formalized through a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signed in Manila, the collaboration will provide Benilde students with direct access to Xsolla’s global publishing infrastructure, giving the next generation of Filipino game developers a real, tangible pathway to reach players worldwide.

Empowering the next generation of Filipino game developers
Empowering the next generation of Filipino game developers

The MOU was signed in the presence of distinguished witnesses, signatories, and guests, underscoring the broad institutional support for the initiative. Ms. Bianca Pearl Sykimte, Director of the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Export Marketing Bureau, and Mr. James Ronald Ho, President of the Game Developers Association of the Philippines (GDAP), served as witness signatories.

At the center of the partnership is the co-development of a dedicated, Benilde-branded game launcher and distribution platform, a curated space where student-developed games can be showcased, published, and made available to a global community for learning, portfolio development, and player feedback. Beyond the platform itself, Xsolla will provide students and faculty with technical training, platform support, and analytics tools to strengthen both curriculum development and commercial readiness.

The Philippines has rapidly emerged as one of Southeast Asia’s most dynamic game development ecosystems, with Benilde at its academic core. Since launching the region’s first dedicated GDD degree program in 2009, the institution has produced graduates who have gone on to build studios, ship titles, and carry a distinctly Filipino creative perspective onto the global stage. This partnership accelerates that momentum, connecting Benilde’s creative pipeline directly to Xsolla’s worldwide commerce and distribution network.

“Southeast Asia is one of the most exciting growth frontiers in global gaming right now, and the Philippines is leading that charge,” said Chris Hewish, President at Xsolla. “What Benilde has built over the past decade is remarkable: a generation of developers with real craft, real ambition, and stories that deserve to be heard beyond their borders. This partnership is about making sure those stories reach the world. Xsolla exists to help developers at every stage go further, and that mission starts here, with the next generation.”

“The talent is here. The creativity is here. What students need is the infrastructure and the global reach to turn their work into something the world can actually play,” said Eric Lee, Head of Partnerships for APAC at Xsolla. “That’s exactly what this partnership delivers. We’re giving Benilde’s developers not just a platform, but a launchpad and everything Xsolla has built to help them grow and win once they’re on it.”

The partnership also opens pathways for joint research initiatives and educational outreach that spotlight socially relevant student works, further positioning Philippine game development as a creative and commercial force in the global industry.Hashtag: #Xsolla

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About Xsolla

Xsolla is a global commerce company that builds and provides all the things developers need to launch, grow, and monetize video games. Headquartered in Los Angeles, California, the company supports studios of every size, from indie to AAA, with solutions across direct-to-consumer commerce, intelligent payments, entertainment-based IP, and player engagement products. Xsolla helps developers fund, distribute, market, and monetize their games at scale. Trusted by more than 60% of the top 100 highest-grossing games, Xsolla operates as the merchant of record across 200+ geographies with access to over 1,000+ local payment methods worldwide. Grounded in a deep belief in the future of gaming, Xsolla is resolute in bringing opportunities together and unlocking growth for creators everywhere.

About De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde (DLS-CSB)

De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde is a higher education institution in Manila, Philippines, known for its industry-driven programs and commitment to creative and technological innovation. Through its School of Management and Information Technology (SMIT), Benilde pioneered the Philippines’ first full degree program in Game Design and Development in 2009, establishing game development education as a distinct academic discipline and producing a new generation of Filipino game creators.

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Power Outages Hit Vientiane Over Three Days for EDL Infrastructure Works

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The Electricité du Laos (EDL) has begun a three-day schedule of daytime power interruptions affecting multiple villages and public facilities in Vientiane Capital, running from 24 to 26 April.

According to a notice issued on 22 April, the outages are necessary to facilitate maintenance, infrastructure upgrades, equipment installation, and electricity pole relocation in different parts of the capital.

The series got underway today, 24 April, in the Kaysone Phomvihane Road corridor, where residents and establishments around Nongbone village are facing a five-hour interruption from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM. The cut is necessary to facilitate the installation of new electricity equipment. 

Affected locations include Nongbone and Phakhao villages, Sengkeo Hotel, the International Cooperation and Training Center (ICTC), the Laos-Vietnam Friendship School, the State Inspection Authority, and Nongnieng village, and surrounding areas.

The disruption extends into the weekend, with Chanthabouly district set to bear the lengthiest outage of the series. 

On Saturday, 25 April, power will be suspended from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, a nine-hour cut,  to allow crews to relocate 18 electricity poles in support of ongoing road construction works in the Phontong station area. Households and offices affected will include Phontong Savath and Phontong Chommany villages, the Chanthabouly District Police Office, the Chanthabouly District Finance Office, and Souvanny Home Center.

The schedule concludes on Sunday, 26 April, also from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, when crews will carry out equipment replacement and new electrical installation works in Sibounhueang and Hongkaikeo villages.

No Judgement, No Awkwardness: More Hongkongers Are Opening Up to AI for Mental Health Support

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HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 24 April 2026 – There is a particular kind of exhaustion that comes not from the stress itself, but from carrying it in silence — unsure whether it is serious enough to mention, or whether anyone would truly understand.

A newly completed Hong Kong study suggests there may finally be a way to bridge that gap. The AIM Greater China Psychology Research Group has completed a Hong Kong-based study conducted in the 2025–2026 academic year, comparing the effectiveness of human hypnotherapists against AI in delivering hypnotic experience-based stress relief experiences. The findings were striking: a significant proportion of participants felt that both approaches yielded virtually equivalent levels of relaxation — and more than 60% reported preferring their AI session after the fact.

Over 400 Applicants: A Reflection of a Generation in Need of Being Heard

The research team recruited participants experiencing family-related stress via Facebook. Within a short period of the post going live, over 400 individuals voluntarily applied — a figure that speaks not only to the pervasiveness of stress in modern life, but also to a growing willingness among the public to prioritise their own emotional wellbeing and actively seek self-care solutions.

From the applicant pool, 48 participants were randomly selected to take part. Each participant underwent two separate hypnotic experience stress relief audio sessions, each lasting approximately one hour — one recorded by a human hypnotherapist, and one fully generated by AI, including both the script and voice. Participants then compared their personal experiences of both sessions.

What Humans Can Do, AI Can Do Too

In the most critical area of comparison — stress relief effectiveness — the largest single group of participants (41.7%) rated the AI and human sessions as equally effective. On a scoring basis, the AI hypnotic experience averaged approximately 2.92 points, compared to 2.58 points for the human session — with AI coming out marginally ahead.

The study further found that nearly 90% of participants indicated they would enjoy a session if it genuinely helped them feel relaxed. In other words, what people truly care about is whether it works — not whether the voice behind it belongs to a human or a machine. On this front, AI has passed the test.

Over 60% More Willing to Share Their Feelings with AI

The results around personal preference were perhaps the most eye-opening. When asked which session they enjoyed more, 62.5% of participants chose the AI experience — and among women, that number climbed even higher, to 68.4%.

So what made AI the preferred choice? Researchers believe it comes down to one simple thing: feeling safe. With AI, there is no worry about being judged. No fear of saying the wrong thing. No awkwardness. About 1 in 4 participants said they actually found it easier to talk openly with AI — because it communicates in a way that feels clear, calm, and natural, much like everyday conversation.

The truth is, some things are just easier to say when no one is watching. That is not a flaw in human nature — it is simply how many of us work.

When it came to privacy, the findings were equally reassuring. More than half of all participants said they had no concerns about AI handling their personal information. Only a very small number — just 2.08% — said they felt uncomfortable. This points to a growing sense of trust in AI tools among the general public.

AI Reads the Data; Therapists Read the Person

Beyond the hypnotic experience itself, the local research team also evaluated AI’s capability as an analytical tool — with equally impressive results.

AI was able to rapidly process large volumes of participant responses, objectively assess individual stress levels, and identify underlying patterns. For instance, AI identified that 35% of participants independently expressed a desire for “personal space” or “better soundproofing” in their homes. On the surface, these may seem like trivial lifestyle concerns — yet AI connected this pattern to the reality of Hong Kong residents living in constrained spaces, highlighting a deeper psychological sense of having “nowhere to breathe”. This level of insight would be difficult to uncover through manual review of dozens of questionnaires alone.

AI also observed that many participants habitually occupied the role of “problem-solver” or “mediator” within their households, suppressing their own emotional needs in the process. Researchers noted that this reflects a widely recognised social phenomenon — the pressures faced by eldest daughters and the so-called “sandwich generation,” caught between the responsibilities of caring for ageing parents and raising children. AI’s ability to rapidly identify these hidden emotional burdens allows therapists to bypass lengthy preliminary assessments and focus more swiftly on the core issues that require their attention.

AI Is Here to Help, Not to Take Over

The local research team emphasises that the study was never intended to position AI as a replacement for human therapists. Rather, the aim is to explore how the two can work in tandem. Much like how blood test reports assist physicians in diagnosis, AI can play an analogous supporting role in the mental health field — organising data, identifying patterns, and lowering barriers to seeking help, so that mental health professionals can direct their energy towards the moments that truly require a human touch.

Those who proactively seek psychological support remain a minority, often deterred by the fear of inconvenience, social stigma, or the awkwardness of speaking up. If AI can serve as the bridge that encourages more people to take that first step, that alone may be its most meaningful contribution to society.

Hashtag: #HypnosisInstitute

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About Hypnosis Institute

Hypnosis Institute is dedicated to helping people in Hong Kong lead healthier and more fulfilling lives through hypnotic experience. We offer accessible and practical hypnotic experience training programmes designed to integrate hypnotic techniques into everyday life, with a focus on stress management, emotional wellbeing, and personal growth.

Hypnosis Institute is Hong Kong’s only hypnotic experience professional development platform that simultaneously operates a research group, social innovation group, practical training group, crisis psychological support group, charitable initiatives, networking events, therapeutic services, and a comprehensive training pathway.

As the sole Hong Kong chapter of the Association for Integrative Medicine (AIM) in the United States, the sole overseas Hong Kong academy of UK educational institution Study House (Quality Licence Scheme), and the sole specialist hypnotic experience training school in Hong Kong under Cambridge International College in the United Kingdom, Hypnosis Institute provides internationally recognised qualifications that contribute to the advancement of the industry.

Founder Charles Leung is a trainer of trainers in the field of hypnotic experience, and has been specially appointed by the Association for Integrative Medicine as the Chief Instructor for Specialist hypnotic experience in Greater China. He has trained over 1,000 hypnotherapists and instructors, upholding the highest standards of professional development in the mental health field.

The Institute’s programmes integrate a comprehensive range of methodologies, including hypnotic experience combined with MBTI personality profiling, DISC behavioural analysis, mental health coaching, emotional education, and the HiddenMe Cards inner child tool — providing a holistic and personalised approach to hypnotic experience practice. Instructors specialise in paediatric hypnotic experience, Internal Family Systems (including inner child) hypnotic experience, stress and insomnia relief hypnotic experience, interpersonal relationship hypnotic experience, as well as hypnotic experience in reminiscence and palliative care.

Driven by the belief that everyone can harness the power of hypnotic experience to enhance their mental wellbeing, Hypnosis Institute is committed to sharing psychological knowledge and providing professional support in the areas of emotional management, life challenges, and the professional development of the hypnotic experience industry.

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Reimagining Capital: Inside BizPal Day 2026 and the Launch of CapitalOS

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JOHOR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 24 April 2026 – BizPal Malaysia hosted BizPal Day 2026, an invite-only event bringing together investors, SME founders, and ecosystem partners in Johor, where the company formally introduced CapitalOS, its corporate finance platform, and signed Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) with Malaysian partners My Education Platform and VA Partners.

Attendees of BizPal Day 2026 gather in Johor, Malaysia, bringing together investors, SME founders, and ecosystem partners for the official introduction of CapitalOS, BizPal’s corporate finance platform.
Attendees of BizPal Day 2026 gather in Johor, Malaysia, bringing together investors, SME founders, and ecosystem partners for the official introduction of CapitalOS, BizPal’s corporate finance platform.

Held at deMori @ FCC Signature, the event featured a live platform demonstration, partner showcase, and networking sessions aimed at facilitating engagement between founders, advisors, and investors.

Introducing CapitalOS

CapitalOS, BizPal’s corporate finance platform, was presented through a live demonstration during the event. The system integrates operational, brand, and financial data into a structured framework designed to support investor readiness and due diligence.

According to BizPal, the platform is intended to help SMEs organise their business information into formats aligned with investor expectations, enabling clearer communication during fundraising discussions.

“SMEs should never walk into a funding conversation unsure of their numbers,” said Ms. Anya Tan, CEO of BizPal Malaysia.

MOUs Expand Distribution Network

The event also included the signing of Memoranda of Understanding between BizPal and two Malaysian partners, My Education Platform and VA Partners. Both organisations will serve as authorised distributors of BizPal’s education and advisory programmes across Malaysia.

Representatives from BizPal and My Education Platform formalise their collaboration through a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), expanding BizPal’s distribution network across Malaysia.
Representatives from BizPal and My Education Platform formalise their collaboration through a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), expanding BizPal’s distribution network across Malaysia.

The partnerships expand BizPal’s reach within the SME ecosystem by working with local organisations that support business development and capability building.

“Partnering with BizPal allows us to introduce structured, investor-ready methodologies to the SME community we serve,” said Mr. Jeff Lee, Director, My Education Platform.

A representative from VA Partners is expected to provide a statement following final endorsement.

Global Mentorship Exchange (GMX)

During the event, BizPal also presented the Global Mentorship Exchange (GMX), an ecosystem initiative designed to connect experienced business leaders with high-potential entrepreneurs.

The initiative provides a structured environment for mentorship supported by data-based evaluation and standardised assessment criteria aligned with investor expectations. GMX was first introduced during BizPal’s Data Fundraising Masterclass in December 2025 and was presented to a broader network of partners and investors at BizPal Day.

Next Steps

Following the event, BizPal plans to expand the adoption of CapitalOS and continue developing its partner network across Malaysia and the ASEAN region.
Hashtag: #NoDataNoTalk #DataFundraising #InvestorReady #CapitalReadiness #FinTech #BusinessValuation #ASEANSMEs #BizPalDay


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About BizPal

BizPal provides data-driven corporate finance solutions designed to help ASEAN SMEs become investor-ready. Its platform, CapitalOS, integrates operational, strategic, and financial data into a unified system that supports business evaluation and investor engagement.

Historic Artworks Receive Funding through BofA’s Art Conservation Project™

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Spanning 10 countries, the 2026 selections highlight the program’s global commitment to art conservation

Key Points

  • Bank of America is awarding 18 Art Conservation Project™ grants to preserve significant artworks in 2026.
  • This year’s projects include the conservation of internationally renowned masterpieces, such as Rembrandt’s The Night Watch, Picasso’s The Old Guitarist, Matisse’s La Négresse, and Titian’s Bacchus and Ariadne.
  • Previous projects include two copies of Magna Carta at the Society of Antiquaries of London, Claude Monet’s Water Lilies at the Portland Art Museum and Chen Wen Hsi’ Gibbons at the National Gallery Singapore.
  • All conserved artworks will return to public display, reinforcing Bank of America’s commitment to public access. Over 15,000 objects in 40 countries have been conserved through the Bank of America Art Conservation Project™ since 2010.

NEW YORK, April 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Bank of America announced today that 18 nonprofit cultural institutions across 10 countries will receive grants this year through the Bank of America Art Conservation Project™. The selected projects represent a wide range of artistic traditions and conservation needs, from fragile works on paper to paintings and objects requiring advanced preservation techniques.

The Old Guitarist, by Pablo Picasso;© 2026 Estate of Pablo Picasso / Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York / Photo: © The Art Institute of Chicago
The Old Guitarist, by Pablo Picasso;© 2026 Estate of Pablo Picasso / Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York / Photo: © The Art Institute of Chicago

This year’s selections were unveiled at the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) in New York City, which received an Art Conservation Project™ grant in 2019 for the conservation of Vincent van Gogh’s The Starry Night. MoMA is currently hosting a Marcel Duchamp exhibition sponsored by BofA.

“Every artwork has its own story – which is sometimes hidden beneath varnish, cracked pigment or centuries of decay,” said Brian Siegel, Global Arts, Culture & Heritage Executive at Bank of America. “Conservation is the quiet work that brings those stories forward today and for future generations. What stands out about this year’s projects is the variety of techniques involved. Some require meticulous surface cleaning, and in others, conservators will use imaging tools that didn’t exist even a decade ago. Regardless of the method, the goal is simple: to ensure these works remain visible, accessible and enjoyed by visitors for years to come.”

All conserved works will return to public display, reinforcing BofA’s commitment to public access. Since 2010, the Bank of America Art Conservation Project™ has supported over 15,000 conservation projects in 40 countries, helping safeguard historically and culturally significant works that are vulnerable to time and environmental stress.

This year’s projects include:

  • 13 lobby murals at the Apollo Theater in New York
  • The Palms of the Arc de Triomphe at the Centre des Monuments Nationaux in Paris
  • The Judgement of Paris by Jacob de Backer at the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya (CSMVS) in Mumbai
  • Transfiguration by Camillo Procaccini at Duomo di Milano in Milan
  • Four seventeenth-century tapestries by Raphael de la Planche at the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum in Boston
  • More than 3,100 artworks at La Casa del Libro Museum in San Juan
  • The Meeting of Dante and Virgil by Francesco Salviati, under the direction of Jan Rost, at the Minneapolis Institute of Art
  • Juggler by Alice Rahon at the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts
  • 52 paintings by Francisco Laso de los Ríos at Museo de Arte de Lima
  • Baltazar de Borba Gato delivering the first shipment of gold from Brazil to the King of Portugal and José Bonifácio by Aldo Locatelli at Museu Paulista da Universidade de Sao Paulo
  • La Négresse by Henri Matisse at the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C.
  • The Night Watch by Rembrandt van Rijn at Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam
  • Shadow Over the Land by Benny Andrews at the San José Museum of Art
  • The Four Accomplishments and Immortal by Kano Sōgen Shigenobu at the Seattle Art Museum
  • The Old Guitarist by Pablo Picasso at the Art Institute of Chicago
  • With Liberty and Justice for All (A Work in Progress) by Jim Hodges at The Contemporary Austin
  • Bacchus and Ariadne by Titian at the National Gallery in London
  • Gaki Zōshi (Scroll of Hungry Ghosts) at the Tokyo National Museum

A brochure with additional information about selected projects is available here.

Bank of America

Bank of America is one of the world’s leading financial institutions, serving individual consumers, small and middle-market businesses and large corporations with a full range of banking, investing, asset management and other financial and risk management products and services. The company provides unmatched convenience in the United States, serving nearly 70 million clients with approximately 3,500 retail financial centers, approximately 15,000 ATMs (automated teller machines) and award-winning digital banking with approximately 59 million verified digital users. Bank of America is a global leader in wealth management, corporate and investment banking and trading across a broad range of asset classes, serving corporations, governments, institutions and individuals around the world. Bank of America offers industry leading support to approximately 4 million small business households through a suite of innovative, easy-to-use online products and services. The company serves clients through operations across the United States, its territories and more than 35 countries. Bank of America Corporation stock (NYSE: BAC) is listed on the New York Stock Exchange.

At Bank of America, we believe that investing in the arts has a positive impact on our lives. We support a wide range of nonprofit organizations with funding and programming to help make the arts more accessible to communities around the world and to preserve works of art and heritage sites for generations to come.  For more information about how we support the arts, please visit our Bank of America arts website.

For more Bank of America news, including dividend announcements and other important information, visit the Bank of America newsroom and register for news email alerts.

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