HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 13 July 2022 – Asia’s leading social-oriented crypto platform Kikitrade announced its shocking growth rate in the first two quarters of 2022. As of June this year, Kikitrade reveals a 5x user growth rate and achieves 4000% growth on user engagement globally, one of the best growth quarters to date.
Bear Market Opportunities: Investors Seek Comfort in Community
Social investing products and SocialFi platforms were the only bright spot in a dismal first half of the year for the crypto market. In the past, retail investors used to rely on immediately available information—typically news of current events and influential figures—to make investment decisions. However, the recent turbulence in crypto has fuelled investors’ demand for an interactive space where they can find comfort and support among those with similar experiences.
Kikitrade’s outperformed growth has underscored a tip on building a strong and cohesive community—users tend to discuss more on how to profit from falling prices than bull market strategies. Sean Tao, CEO & Co-founder of Kikitrade, shared his perspective regarding this impressive growth.
“Improving the user experience is always our top priority. Going forward, we will continue to launch new social functions to sustain our ‘Never Trade Crypto Alone’ promise with a better community space.” Sean believes cryptocurrencies are still the most preferred alternative asset of millennials, and the Kikitrade community allows young investors to get information effortlessly before jumping into the market.
A Next-Level Crypto Community In April this year, Kikitrade launched Asia’s first interactive community to bridge the gap between retail investors and blockchain leaders. Kikitrade users can partake in in-depth conversations with industry leaders such as Yat Siu, Co-founder and Executive Chairman of Animoca Brands and Keith Rumjahn, CEO of DOSE token, and more.
Kikitrade plans to launch and revamp numerous social functions such as interactive chatroom, copy trading and airdrops between users to further differentiate itself from the other cryptocurrency exchanges. By continuously putting new twists on its community, Kikitrade strike to build the best SocialFi community of like-minded individuals.
Hashtag: #Kikitrade
About Kikitrade
Kikitrade is Asia’s leading one-stop social crypto community that helps beginners to navigate the world of cryptocurrency. The company was founded in 2020 by Everest Ventures Group (EVG), a Web 3 focused venture studio, and received US$12 million in funding after launching in 2021.
Investors include British hedge fund billionaire Alan Howard, renowned blockchain venture capital fund Dragonfly Capital, co-founder of Ethereum Joseph Lubin, and Chairman of Head & shoulders Financial Group Stanley Choi, etc. Animoca Brands, a blockchain game giant with a valuation of more than $5 billion, is Kikitrade’s second largest shareholder.
The Kikitrade community has garnered more than 100 investment analysts, key opinion leaders, cryptocurrency ventures’ CEOs, etc, who have been actively sharing unique insights and analysis, making the community one of the most vibrant in Asia.
7-Eleven is launching its largest-to-date ready-to-eat collection with a total of 24 Singaporean hawker food favourites! It has teamed up with 12 iconic local brands to bring you a mouth-watering multicultural menu of delicious ready-to-eat dishes to help you satisfy your local food cravings around the clock! Grab an easy, convenient and authentic bite on the go at your nearest store today!
SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 13 July 2022 – Hawker food and culture are an integral part of life for Singaporeans. The dazzling array of dishes and cuisines – Malay, Chinese, Indian and more – reflects our multicultural society and binds us together. 7-Eleven is now bringing your hawker favourites even closer to you with the launch of the 7-Eleven Hawker Fiesta! From 6 July, 7-Eleven will be rolling out its exclusive collaboration with 12 local brands to bring you a total of 24 popular Singaporean classics, exclusively at 7-Eleven.
All recipes used are authentic tasting and created directly with the brands – each dish tasting as if it came straight from the stall! Available across more than 350 stores island wide, you can now skip the queues and the heat to satisfy your cravings for hawker food anytime, anywhere!
Introducing local favourite light bites from 7-SELECT and 7CAFÉ
7-SELECT X Old Chang Kee Curry O’ Sandwich (U.P. $3.20) – When you think curry puffs, you think Old Chang Kee. This iconic brand has been creating traditional snacks loved by Singaporeans since 1956 and we’ve teamed up with them to reinvent a classic – combining their signature curry puff filling with our popular milk bread sandwich. Featuring a fragrant curry chicken and potato filling along with hardboiled egg slices, this sandwich is the best of both worlds!
7-SELECT Satay Chicken Burger (U.P. $3.50) – Tender chicken is marinated in a blend of spices including lemongrass, turmeric, cumin and brown sugar then topped with a sweet fruity peanut sauce. Pickled cucumber and roasted onion also give the burger extra bite. Now you can get your satay fix in a bun!
7-SELECT Thunder Tea Onigiri (U.P. $2) – We’ve put a twist on the traditional dish of Thunder Tea Rice transforming it into a tasty rice ball. This onigiri is wrapped in seaweed and contains rice coated with tea, basil and mint for that unmistakeable fresh and earthy flavour. Bite sized pieces of tofu, peanuts, and long beans give extra crunch and texture. The addition of preserved radish gives this tasty bite a savoury tangy punch you’ll be sure to adore.
7CAFÉ Ondeh Ondeh (Hot $2.30/Hot Latte $2.50/Iced Latte $3.50) – This tasty beverage is inspired by the popular local dessert Ondeh Ondeh, which are sweet rice cake balls filled with liquid palm sugar and coated in grated coconut. Infused with pandan and brown sugar, this unique drink is deliciously fragrant and aromatic.
Must-try dishes from 12 iconic hawker brands now made more convenient!
A multicultural menu awaits you at your nearest 7-Eleven. From noodle dishes and fragrant curries to steamed snacks and western delights, you’ll be spoilt for choice!
Famous Eunos Minced Chicken Noodle Soup (U.P $4.30) – Staying faithful to the founder’s original recipe, springy noodles are served in a savoury broth with minced chicken and handmade dumplings. This hug in a bowl is then topped with crispy deep-fried chicken skin for an extra punch of flavour.
Qiu Lian Dry Tossed Ban Mian (U.P $5.80) –This popular handmade noodle joint can be found in most traditional coffee shops or food courts in Singapore…and now, at your nearest 7-Eleven! Al dente handmade noodles with minced chicken and braised mushrooms are tossed in a spicy, tangy vinaigrette sauce that will you have wanting for more.
Terry Katong Laksa (U.P $4.30) –Enjoy this indulgent, authentic bowl of spicy coconut milk-based soup with thick rice vermicelli noodles, egg, fishcake and bean curd puffs. The fragrant laksa sambal is a blend of aromatics, chilli and dried shrimp. When mixed into the rich laksa soup, the glorious gravy takes those umami flavours up a level.
Chew Kee Braised Soy Sauce Chicken Hor Fun (U.P $5.80) – Chew Kee’s signature dark and flavourful soy sauce generously coats silky hor fun, giving the dish its glistening shine. This comforting dish also includes braised quail eggs, succulent chicken, tau kwa and a spicy chilli kick.
Lao Chao Zhou Satay Bee Hoon (U.P $5) – This multicultural fusion of flavours and textures will be sure to tickle your tastebuds. Its rich and creamy peanut sauce is a perfect balance of nutty, sweet, savoury and spicy flavours. Tender chicken slices, cuttlefish slices, kangkong and tau pok (bean curd puff) all combine to create a truly delicious dish.
Thick, aromatic curry sauce is drizzled over a crispy, breaded chicken cutlet that sits on top of steamed rice, along with cabbage and egg. The authentic Hainanese curry sauce is mildly spicy yet full of flavour, and the perfect partner to the juicy cutlet and stir-fried cabbage.
Celebrity Chef Arifin’s Tandoori Chicken with Tomato Basmati Rice (U.P $4.50) – Enjoy tender tandoori chicken slices marinated in aromatic Indian spices and cooked to perfection on a bed of fragrant tomato basmati rice with mint chutney drizzled on top. The harmonious explosion of flavours boasts an incredible flavour profile that is hard to resist. Celebrity Chef Arifin has over 40 years of culinary experience with his own cookbook and TV series. He has also been on local broadcast channels including Vasanth am and Oli 96.8.
Now this is a definite must-buy when at Tiong Bahru Market! Available from 3 Aug, our steamed selection from Jian Bo includes a trio of tasty treats. Shui Kueh (U.P $3.30) is a classic Singaporean breakfast dish consisting of steamed soft rice cake topped with fragrant preserved radish, chai boh and spicy dried shrimp chili paste. Or try the Chee Cheong Fun (U.P $3.30),soft steamed rice rolls that are perfect for a quick breakfast or lunch on the go, topped with homemade sweet sauce and fragrant white sesame seeds.
Andes by Astons Grilled Black Pepper Chicken with Mac & Cheese (U.P $6.50) – If you’re looking for western comfort food, this dish is for you. Chargrilled chicken is drizzled with slightly spiced black pepper sauce pairing perfectly with the creamy Mac & Cheese and tangy BBQ baked beans on the side.
You can’t miss out Chendol if we’re talking about local desserts! You guessed it right – our fan-favourite Chendol Mr Softee (U.P $1.50) is back for a limited time only!
What’s more you can also enjoy $0.30 off 7-SELECT Mini Custard Cream Puff/Mini Chocolate Cream Puff/Red Bean Milk Cream Dorayaki when you purchase any of these 9 products. *
*Products include: 7-SELECT X Old Chang Kee Curry O’ Sandwich, 7-SELECT Chicken Satay Burger, Terry Katong Laksa, Famous Eunos Minced Chicken Noodle Soup, Lao Chao Zhou Satay Bee Hoon, Legend Scissors Cut Curry Rice with Chicken Cutlet, Cabbage & Egg, TTS x Qiu Lian Minced Chicken Dry Ban Mian, TTS x Chew Kee Braised Soy Sauce Chicken with Hor Fun,Andes by Astons Chargrilled Chicken with Mac & Cheese.
For more detail on launch dates and the promotion, please refer to this summary table:
Product
RSP
Promotion
Promo Period
7-SELECT X Old Chang Kee Curry O’ Sandwich
$3.20
$0.30 off 7-SELECT Mini Custard Cream Puff/ Mini Chocolate Cream Puff/ Red Bean Milk Cream Dorayaki with purchase of any of the 9 products*.
*Products include: 7-SELECT X Old Chang Kee Curry-O Sandwich, 7-SELECT Chicken Satay Burger, Terry Katong Laksa, Famous Eunos Minced Chicken Noodle Soup, Lao Chao Zhou Satay Bee Hoon, Legend Scissors Cut Curry Rice with Chicken Cutlet, Cabbage & Egg, TTS x Qiu Lian Minced Chicken Dry Ban Mee, TTS x Chew Kee Braised Soy Sauce Chicken Hor Fun, Andes by Astons Chargrilled Chicken with Mac & Cheese.
13 Jul – 2 Aug 2022
7-SELECT Satay Chicken Burger
$3.50
Andes by Astons Chargrilled Chicken with Mac & Cheese
Established in Singapore in 1983, 7-Eleven has since expanded to more than 400 stores island-wide to become the leading 24-hour convenience chain store. We take pride in serving the Singapore community 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. 7-Eleven emphasises convenience and value by offering a wide array of quality products, food and services to satisfy the needs of its customers. Think 7-Eleven and what comes to mind are the refreshing Slurpee, 7CAFÉ as well as a wide range of quality ready meals and sandwiches under 7-SELECT. 7-Eleven is also a 24/7 one-stop destination for customers who need to access bill payment services in their own time. Our services cover payment of utilities, courier services, and even cash withdrawal.
Mario Morich to lead the Malaysia organization as of July 12, 2022
HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 13 July 2022 – German-based logistics service provider Dachser has a new Country Manager Air & Sea Logistics Malaysia. Mario Morich, who started his new role on July 12, 2022, reports to Jesper Larsen, Managing Director Air & Sea Logistics South East Asia. He succeeds Daniel Pohl, who has taken on a new role within the company.
Mario Morich, Country Manager Air & Sea Logistics Malaysia.
“I am excited to have Mario lead our activities in Malaysia. With his passion for high service levels as well as his in-depth knowledge of Dachser, I am sure Mario will hit the ground running. Together with his team he will bring great value to our customers,” said Larsen.
Morich joined Dachser as a trainee through the company’s work-study program in 2012. After completing the program in Germany, he moved to India and was stationed there for two years. He then relocated to Thailand in 2018. During his time in South Asia, he has held positions in the local Sales organization as well as regional Business Processes and Controlling management. Most recently, he was Controlling Manager Air & Sea Logistics South East Asia.
Morich is now responsible for the company’s Malaysia Business Area and is based in Kuala Lumpur. He is determined to strengthen the company’s footprint in this high-potential market.
“I look forward to working with the Dachser Malaysia team and building on the solid business foundations established by the company’s previous management,” said Morich. Hashtag: #Dachser
About Dachser
Headquartered in Germany, Dachser is one of the world’s leading logistics providers. Using its own in-house developed IT-systems, the company incorporates transport, warehousing, and value-added services to provide comprehensive supply chain solutions. Thanks to some 31,800 employees at 376 locations all over the globe, Dachser generated consolidated net revenue of approximately EUR 7.1 billion in 2021. The same year, the logistics provider handled a total of 83.6 million shipments weighing 42.8 million metric tons. The logistics service provider is represented by its own organizations in 42 countries/regions.
In Asia, Dachser has branch offices in 43 locations across 12 Business Areas. Its Asia Pacific Regional Head Office is located in Hong Kong. For more information about Dachser, please visit dachser.my
Mario Morich to lead the Malaysia organization as of July 12, 2022
HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 13 July 2022 – German-based logistics service provider Dachser has a new Country Manager Air & Sea Logistics Malaysia. Mario Morich, who started his new role on July 12, 2022, reports to Jesper Larsen, Managing Director Air & Sea Logistics South East Asia. He succeeds Daniel Pohl, who has taken on a new role within the company.
Mario Morich, Country Manager Air & Sea Logistics Malaysia.
“I am excited to have Mario lead our activities in Malaysia. With his passion for high service levels as well as his in-depth knowledge of Dachser, I am sure Mario will hit the ground running. Together with his team he will bring great value to our customers,” said Larsen.
Morich joined Dachser as a trainee through the company’s work-study program in 2012. After completing the program in Germany, he moved to India and was stationed there for two years. He then relocated to Thailand in 2018. During his time in South Asia, he has held positions in the local Sales organization as well as regional Business Processes and Controlling management. Most recently, he was Controlling Manager Air & Sea Logistics South East Asia.
Morich is now responsible for the company’s Malaysia Business Area and is based in Kuala Lumpur. He is determined to strengthen the company’s footprint in this high-potential market.
“I look forward to working with the Dachser Malaysia team and building on the solid business foundations established by the company’s previous management,” said Morich. Hashtag: #Dachser
About Dachser
Headquartered in Germany, Dachser is one of the world’s leading logistics providers. Using its own in-house developed IT-systems, the company incorporates transport, warehousing, and value-added services to provide comprehensive supply chain solutions. Thanks to some 31,800 employees at 376 locations all over the globe, Dachser generated consolidated net revenue of approximately EUR 7.1 billion in 2021. The same year, the logistics provider handled a total of 83.6 million shipments weighing 42.8 million metric tons. The logistics service provider is represented by its own organizations in 42 countries/regions.
In Asia, Dachser has branch offices in 43 locations across 12 Business Areas. Its Asia Pacific Regional Head Office is located in Hong Kong. For more information about Dachser, please visit dachser.my
Powered by NineBlocks, a new blockchain solutions company launched by technine
HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 13 July 2022 –Tech Nine Limited (technine) celebrates its 3rd anniversary with 3,333 free NFT powered by NineBlocks Limited, its newly launched blockchain solutions company, which aims at bringing a free minting experience and promoting blockchain technologies to the public.
Inspired by Shiba Inu, a puppy that has been used widely as emojis in IT forums and the cryptocurrency market, as well as the iconic waving cat, technine created its first NFT collection “Shiba9”. Each Shiba9 is a unique NFT with IT elements added to represent technine as an IT solutions company, with messages as a blessing to the NFT owners for fortune, wealth, and good health in the post-pandemic period.
“Shiba9 is a free NFT collection, and anyone can get a whitelist token through our Shiba9 NFT website to redeem a free NFT. We wish to provide a free minting experience to the public, to promote the technology instead of gaining profits through our 3rd-anniversary campaign,” said Lucas Mo, Chief Operating Officer of technine.
The Shiba9 NFT minting tool was developed by a team of blockchain experts of NineBlocks, a new company established by technine, which dedicates to bringing blockchain advice and helping enterprises adopt this powerful technology to transform their businesses to welcome the Web3 era.
“technine has been collaborating with listed gaming companies and multinational digit assets enterprises to develop their metaverse and cryptocurrency exchange platforms,” said Ryan Ip, Chief Technology Officer of technine and NineBlocks. NineBlocks will focus its businesses on decentralized applications (DApps), decentralized finance (DeFi), NFT and other smart contracts development for different projects.
“We see blockchain and NFT as the core of IT in the future, and we will continue exploring the possible implementations of NFT and blockchain technology for different industries and scenarios, to leverage its advantages in immutability, transaction transparency, and data security for companies and the public.”
Shiba9 NFT website with a minting tool has already launched to the public in early July. Visit shiba9.technine.io to get a whitelist token to redeem a free Shiba9 NFT and share our joy of technine’s 3-year anniversary.
Tech Nine Limited (technine) is a rapidly-growing software R&D house and systems integrator founded by experienced IT experts supported by a team of Hong Kong developers. We develop mobile apps & web-apps, cloud-based systems and design of cloud server infrastructure, as well as implement IoT and blockchain solutions that can improve operational efficiency and boost business growth. Visit www.technine.io for more details.
About NineBlocks NineBlocks Limited (NineBlocks) is a blockchain solutions company established by technine, supported by a team of blockchain developers, dedicated to providing advice and customized blockchain solutions including DApp, DeFi, GameFi, smart contract and NFT development services to enterprises, helping them to adopt blockchain technology and transform their businesses for the Web3 era. Visit https://nineblocks.io/ for more information.
Ten startups joined the Demo Day to pitch their innovations in digital health and accessible technology for the chance to win a place at the global finals of the OPPO Research Institute Innovation Accelerator
TEL AVIV, ISRAEL – Media OutReach –13 July 2022 – OPPO recently completed the Israel leg of its global Demo Day roadshow for the OPPO Research Institute Innovation Accelerator in Tel Aviv. Participating in the Demo Day were ten technology startups from Europe and Israel who presented their proposals for innovative tech solutions in the areas of digital health and accessible technology. Participants were competing for a spot at the global final of the OPPO Research Institute Innovation Accelerator due to be held later this year. Through the Demo Day and the Innovation Accelerator program, OPPO hopes to connect venture capital resources in Europe and Israel to accelerate the development of high-potential technology and promote innovation in the market.
OPPO Research Institute Innovation Accelerator Held Israel Demo Day
During the Demo Day, OPPO’s Director of Hardware Engineering for Health, Timothy Weadon, shared highlights from OPPO’s own R&D in digital health before inviting a roster of technology experts, industry leaders, and social scientists to explore how the concept of “Virtuous Innovation” could be used to inspire tech startups to help solve some of the biggest issues facing the world today. Speakers included Or Retzkin, co-founder and CEO of EyeControl; Dr. Merav Galili, founding CEO of the Menomadin Foundation; Vanessa Kacherginsky, chief executive officer of The Israeli Forum for Impact Economy; and Yuval Wagner, president and founder of Access Israel.
Timothy Weadon, Director of Hardware Engineering for Health, OPPO (Photo credit: Orit Bar-Or)
“The emergence of new technology brings with its significant impact to our health and wellbeing. The very objective of digitalization in the healthcare space is to enter uncharted territory and bridge the gap between science and engineering,” said Timothy Weadon, Director of OPPO’s Hardware Engineering for Health, “Through the OPPO Research Institute Innovation Accelerator, OPPO hopes to spur a new wave of development in medical science applications based on the concept of ‘Virtuous Innovation’ that will empower people to live healthier and happier lives.”
Four startups showcase their innovative solutions and win a spot in the global finals
The rapid development of technology has resulted in certain disadvantaged groups being left behind by society. OPPO initiated the OPPO Research Institute Innovation Accelerator in May this year to explore solutions to some of the most urgent issues facing the world today that could help those most marginalized by current technology. This program draws on OPPO’s brand proposition of “Inspiration Ahead” to bring together technology and innovation professionals under the shared belief that Inspiration Matters. By submitting their proposals to the accelerator program, promising startups have the opportunity to receive financial backing and professional support, among many other benefits.
Israel Demo Day – Inspiration Matters (Photo credit: Orit Bar-Or)
All proposals submitted to the OPPO Research Institute Innovation Accelerator are evaluated under the supervision of a professional Judging Committee against their ability to meet four key criteria: Feasibility, Innovation & Originality, Social Value, and Long-term Potential. Of the ten proposals shortlisted for the Demo Day in Tel Aviv, four proposals were selected to progress to the global final later this year. The four winners (displayed in no particular order) are:
RightHear – The company developed a public space navigation solution for the visually impaired that provides them with a real-time audio description delivered on the app.
SignNow – The company developed an app that provides on-demand sign language translation for deaf persons, interpreters, and hearing persons.
6Degrees LTD – The company developed a user-centric adaptive controller that uses AI to learn and translate individual motion into commands.
SocialMind – The company develops AI & evidence-based interventions for parents of kids with autism.
The next demo day of this year’s OPPO Research Institute Innovation Accelerator will be held in India in early August, after which finalists from around the world will pitch their ideas again for the chance to be crowned the winners of the inaugural OPPO Research Institute Innovation Accelerator at the final roadshow in Shenzhen, China.
For more updates on the upcoming the OPPO Research Institute Innovation Accelerator and all upcoming events, please visit oppo.com/en/proposal/
Hashtag: #OPPO
About OPPO
OPPO is a leading global smart device brand. Since the launch of its first mobile phone – “Smiley Face” – in 2008, OPPO has been in relentless pursuit of the perfect synergy of aesthetic satisfaction and innovative technology. Today, OPPO provides a wide range of smart devices spearheaded by the Find X and Reno series. Beyond devices, OPPO also provides its users with ColorOS operating system and internet services such as OPPO Cloud and OPPO+. OPPO has footprints in more than 60 countries and regions, with more than 40,000 employees dedicated to creating a better life for customers around the world.
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