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Tia Lee Leads the Charge and Showcase Female Empowerment, Global Launch of Her First-Ever Animation Series

Six Cinematic Animation Episodes plus Innovative Motion Images Series as Prelude of New Song “Goodbye Princess”

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 11 November 2022 – Tia Lee, Asian fashion icon, pop singer, film and television actress, today launched the first episode of her inaugural animation series, telling Tia’s journey and her struggles in the entertainment and fashion industry.

The animation series centred around the underlying message of Tia’s soon-to-be launched new song, “GOODBYE PRINCESS”, a song tailored for all females to become stronger through embracing their true selves.

The six animated episodes are based on Tia’s journey in the entertainment industry. Each 30-second episode takes inspiration from classic “princess” fairy tale, subverting the symbols and images in it, to form a story that is both full of imagination and saturated with the ideas of metamorphosis and self-empowerment.

The animation series aims to showcase Tia’s determination to break out of stereotypes, shake off biases, avoid negativity and set an example for female empowerment.

The Award-Winning Animation Team behind the Animation Series

Inspired by “GOODBYE PRINCESS”, the animation series was curated, illustrated and scripted by a Hong Kong based award-winning team that demonstrated exquisite quality, creativity and enthusiasm.

Director and Project Consultant: Sunny Tang – an award-winning animation director with over 20 years of experience. He has won both the Best Animation Award and the Best Editing Award at the Hong Kong Mobile Film Festival, and the Best Digital Entertainment Award Gold Award at the Hong Kong ICT Awards. His international accolades include the 23rd Japan TBS DigiCon6 – Merit Award and the 16th Japan TBS DigiCon6 – Regional Award for recognition of effort in Hong Kong. His credits list includes The Great Detective Sherlock Holmes – The Greatest Jail-Breaker, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Kung Fu Hustle, The Promise, Gatchman and Astro Boy.

Scriptwriter: Alex Lee – scriptwriter of the movie In Broad Daylight and the ViuTV television hit series ‘In Geek We Trust’. He also directed the Ritalin series, which was celebrated as part of the 2021 Golden Horse Film Project Promotion’s Series Section.

Illustrator: Mandy Mackenzie Ng – an up-and-coming Hong Kong talent in digital painting. Her masterpiece is the music video ‘of Moment’ by Hong Kong singer Terence Lam.

Arranged by: Wan Pin Chu – a Hong Kong-based film score artist and urhuist. He is known to have scored the music for the highest-grossing animated film in China Nezha: Birth of the Demon Child. In addition, he has scored the music for other blockbusters such as Overheard 3, Wu Kong, Godzilla II: King of the Monsters, and In Geek We Trust.

Other team members include Executive Director, Leo Cheung, Animation Director, Gloria Chan, Project Manager, Gigi Leung, and Executive Producer, Sam Kong.

Blending 2D Animations with Motion Images and Still Photography of Tia

Each episode will be further illustrated and expounded upon by a thematic poster that sums up the theme and message that Tia wishes to communicate through each animated episode. The cinematic design of the six posters will echo one another and will be released on Tia’s social platforms the day after release of each animation.

Innovatively, a motion image and photography of Tia will also be released after each episode to reinforce the story that Tia wishes to tell. Featuring Tia, the imagery of the photography and motion images aims to create a strong contrast between animation and reality.

The motion image and photography of the first episode, “Falling in the Deep” will show Tia completely submerged under water.

The Award-Winning Creative Team of the Motion Images and Photography Series

The masterminds behind the extraordinary production of the motion images and photography series are two of the world’s leading creative professionals – Tony C. Miller as Creative Director, and Kate Wynborne (renowned in the international advertising and film industry) as Producer.

Tony C. Miller has over 20 years of global experience in producing commercials, music videos, documentaries and films. He has worked on advertising campaigns for brands such as Versace, Dior, Chopard, Issey Miyake and Rolls Royce. He has also been nominated for the Best Video Q Award and Best Video at the Music Video Awards (MVA’s), and was recognised at both the Global Independent Film Awards and the New York Shorts International Film Festival 2020.

Kate Wynborne is a seasoned producer, with over two decades of experience in music videos, commercials and fashion productions worldwide. Based in Southeast Asia and having managed productions across multiple countries, Kate has worked on large-budget campaigns with Apple, Versace, Nike and Facebook. She has also worked alongside numerous renowned directors like Tom Hooper (best known for his British film The King’s Speech), as well as other A-list artists.

Official Release Dates:
Episode 1 animation: 11 Nov 2022
Episode 1 poster: 12 Nov 2022
Episode 1 motion images & photography: 14 Nov 2022
#Episode 2 animation will be released on 15 Nov 2022.

Tia Lee Official Channels:
Website: https://www.tialee.com
Instagram @leeyufen: https://www.instagram.com/leeyufen/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@tialeeofficial/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/leeyufentialee/
Weibo: https://weibo.com/u/1396928042/

Hashtag: #TiaLee

About Tia Lee:

Tia Lee (李毓芬), born in Taipei, is an Asian pop singer, film and television actress, model, and former member of the girl band Dream Girls. In addition to her acting roles and musical career, Tia appears frequently at major fashion shows. As a fashion icon and trend-setter, Tia has graced the covers of fashion, beauty and lifestyle magazines such as Vogue, Elle, Marie Claire, and shares her beauty and fashion tips through a number of Vogue’s social media channels.

Generali’s critical illness products rated 5 Stars by 10Life, featuring unlimited claims for cancer, stroke and heart attack

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 11 November 2022 – Generali’s critical illness products, LionGuardian Beyond and LionGuardian PlusOne have recently received a top 5-Star Rating from 10Life in the Whole Life Critical Illness and Term Critical Illness categories respectively, affirming the well-rounded coverage and value these products offer to customers.

Ms. Quinney Tang, Division Head, Product Development said, “We are delighted that our critical illness products attained a 5-Star Rating from one of the largest insurance comparison platforms in Hong Kong. It is a testament to Generali’s continuous commitment to developing innovative products tailored to customers’ needs and reinforces our ambition to be Lifetime Partner to our customers.”

Flagship products in Generali’s critical illness series, LionGuardian Beyond and LionGuardian PlusOne provide comprehensive coverage with the following key features:

  • Unlimited major critical illness benefits[1] and protection for 138 illnesses
    Exclusive in the market[2], both plans offer unlimited number of claims[3] for cancer, stroke and heart attack until the age of 100[4], protection for 138 illnesses, including Major Critical Illnesses and Early Stage or Minor Illnesses, and every major critical illness claim offers 100% of Sum Assured1, unaffected by any previous claims on other critical illnesses.
  • Future premiums waived
    Future premiums will be waived once the full claimable amount is reached, providing customers with continuous protection throughout their life.
  • Protection for unknown illnesses
    Even if the cause of the illness is unknown, benefits are also payable for losses in functionality of the key organs[5] – heart, liver, lung or kidney – with 100% of Sum Assured for each claim.

10Life is one of the largest insurance comparison platforms in Hong Kong and performs quantitative research on insurance products. Their actuaries break down complex products into simple product ratings based factors that matter the most to the consumer. The top insurance products in the market are rated as 5 Star.


[1] Unlimited claims are only applicable for cancer, stroke and heart attacks. For each of the other major critical illnesses, the major critical illness benefit shall be payable to the maximum once only. For waiting period and terms and conditions, please refer to the product brochure.

[2] Based on comparisons with other critical illness plans issued by Hong Kong major life insurance companies as of June 2022.

[3] Subject to waiting period and specific terms and conditions.

[4] If the plan is taken out for an unborn baby, coverage period will be 100 years after the policy becomes effective.

[5] Diagnosed with specific condition of key organs (heart, liver, lung or kidney) which last for at least 3 consecutive months.

Hashtag: #Generali

Generali Hong Kong

In 1981, Assicurazioni Generali S.p.A was first registered as an authorized insurer in Hong Kong, with the business extending into the life insurance sector in 2016 with Generali Life (Hong Kong) Limited. With a combination of local knowledge and Generali Group’s global expertise, we develop unique and innovative life insurance, general insurance, specialty insurance, and employee benefits solutions to meet the needs of our customers.

Generali Group

Generali is one of the largest global insurance and asset management providers. Established in 1831, it is present in 50 countries in the world, with a total premium income of more than €75.8 billion in 2021. With nearly 75,000 employees serving 67 million customers, the Group has a leading position in Europe and a growing presence in Asia and Latin America. Generali’s ambition is to be the life-time partner to its customers, offering innovative and personalized solutions thanks to an unmatched distribution network.

“Generali” refers to “Generali Life (Hong Kong) Limited” unless stated otherwise.

LionGuardian Beyond and LionGuardian PlusOne are underwritten by Generali Life (Hong Kong) Limited.

Terms and conditions apply.

The press release does not contain the full provisions of the products and the full terms can be found in the Policy Provisions. For details of coverage, limitations, product risks, terms and conditions, please refer to the insurance policy documents, e.g. illustration, Policy Provision, product brochure and other supplementary materials (if applicable).

American Secret War Veteran Works Toward a Better Future for Laos

Mike Burton at a Mines Advisory Group (MAG) Demining Site preparing to detonate a cluster bomb that was found. Photo Credit: Kayleb Lee

Col. Mike Burton makes his first visit back to Laos nearly 50 years after he was deployed to serve in the American Secret War, this time to address the impact and support the clearance of UXOs. In an interview with Laotian Times, he discusses healing the wounds of war and creating greater hope for peace.

Illegal Mining Activities Reported in Attapeu

A mine serving as a junction of Attapeu's Xanxay district and Sekong's Dak Cheung district.

Attapeu recently saw a group of people carrying out illegal mining activities involving extracting, buying, and selling minerals.

Okta Introduces Okta Customer Identity Cloud to Help Businesses Grow User Bases Without Compromising Security

Customer identity solution powered by Auth0 improves customer experience and reduces security risk with new product innovations for modern app builders

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 11 November 2022 – Okta, Inc. (NASDAQ: OKTA), the leading independent identity provider, today at Oktane22, unveiled Okta Customer Identity Cloud, an easy-to-implement and customizable customer identity solution that helps organizations resolve the tension between security, privacy, and user experience for their customers. Two differentiated use cases for Consumer Apps and SaaS Apps, and several product innovations for modern app builders make it possible to accelerate growth with a better user experience, reduced risk, and greater developer productivity. Okta Customer Identity Cloud is Auth0 technology, and reinforces Okta’s commitment to free everyone to safely access any technology, so customers can focus on innovation.

It’s been more than a decade since tech investor Marc Andreesen wrote that “software is eating the world.” Now digital business is just business. The Covid-19 pandemic only accelerated this trend, forcing companies in every industry to move their applications to the cloud and deliver services online. Today, new app downloads have reached 230 billion and the average organization deploys 89 apps, with as many as 187 apps for larger companies. The next big challenge is allowing people to securely move between technologies with fewer passwords while easing the integration burden on developers. All of this is underpinned by a customer identity solution that is easy to implement and extend for any digital experience.

“Every digital experience starts with customer identity, whether you’re in the public sector, or selling pizza,” said Eugenio Pace, President of Customer Identity at Okta. “Conventional wisdom tells us that you can make an application super secure, but very inconvenient to use. Or you can make it super convenient, but at the cost of security or privacy. This is a false choice. Okta’s Customer Identity Cloud, powered by Auth0, makes it possible to improve the overall experience and keep customers secure at the same time, all while enabling app builders to focus on what is most important–innovating for their customers.”

“At TripActions, we’re building the best all-in-one travel, corporate card, and expense management solution that has revolutionized business travel,” said Kim Huffman, Chief Information Officer at TripActions. “Okta’s Customer Identity Cloud has been critical to our success as we continue to scale and grow globally. It enables an easy, frictionless, and secure experience that’s vital to our customers.”

Two differentiated use cases for Customer Identity Cloud and product innovations announced today include:

Identity as Your Digital Front Door With Consumer Apps

The Okta Customer Identity Cloud for Consumer Apps helps any organization streamline registration and login across any device, stack, or platform, for higher customer acquisition and retention, a better experience, and a fuller view of users. From social login and progressive profiling, to advanced security features like Adaptive Multi-factor Authentication (MFA), digital teams have everything they need to increase revenue through new and repeat customers, without added security risk. New capabilities being added to Consumer Apps by the end of Q2 2023 include:

  • Passkeys support: Passkeys are a replacement for passwords that make it faster and easier for users to sign into apps and websites on any device. App builders can turn on passkeys using a toggle in our dashboard, without touching their code.
  • Highly Regulated Identity: Highly Regulated Identity is a new toolset that allows customers to safeguard riskier transactions with extra security and policy control.
  • Security Center: Security Center leverages Okta’s vast threat insights from billions of authentications to create a single pane of glass for security teams to monitor in real-time, detect, and respond to any suspicious activity.

Find more details about the new capabilities for Consumer Apps on our blog.

Business Customer Identity, Simplified with SaaS Apps

The Okta Customer Identity Cloud for SaaS Apps helps companies get enterprise-ready, onboard new users, and manage authentication across business customers, without diverting development resources away from their core product. With Enterprise Federation, directory synchronization, delegated administration, provisioning, custom branding and security policies, and more out-of-the-box capabilities, Okta handles identity so SaaS companies can focus on growing their business. Enhancements now generally available for SaaS Apps include:

  • Okta Workforce Enterprise Connection: Okta Workforce Enterprise Connection makes it easy for SaaS app builders to offer out-of-the-box integrations to Okta Workforce Identity Cloud, providing end-users with a seamless and trustworthy login experience. This enterprise connection is included on all Enterprise and B2B self-service plans for no additional charge, and now easier to discover and configure for SaaS Apps use cases.
  • Organizations: Organizations enables SaaS companies to manage and model identity for business customers as organizations, and configure custom, organization-based branding and policies. New support for up to two million organizations per tenant, two million members per organization, and improved search capabilities are available now.

Learn more about our purpose-built use case for SaaS Apps on our blog.

Availability

Okta Customer Identity Cloud including the new use cases for Consumer Apps and SaaS Apps is available today at okta.com/customer-identity/. For SaaS Apps, enhancements for the Okta Workforce Enterprise Connection and Organizations are available today for Enterprise and B2B self-service customers. New capabilities for Consumer Apps will be available by the end of Q2 2023, with support for Highly Regulated Identity as an Enterprise Add-on.

Any unreleased products, features, or functionality referenced in this release that are not currently available, may not be delivered on time or at all. Product roadmaps do not represent a commitment, obligation, or promise to deliver any product, feature, or functionality, and customers should not rely on them to make purchase decisions.

Watch all of Okta’s product announcements at Oktane22.com.

Hashtag: #Okta

About Okta

Okta is the World’s Identity Company. As the leading independent Identity partner, we free everyone to safely use any technology—anywhere, on any device or app. The most trusted brands trust Okta to enable secure access, authentication, and automation. With flexibility and neutrality at the core of our Okta Workforce Identity and Customer Identity Clouds, business leaders and developers can focus on innovation and accelerate digital transformation, thanks to customizable solutions and more than 7,000 pre-built integrations. We’re building a world where Identity belongs to you. Learn more at .

BTL Announces Region’s First EMSculpt NEO Edge™ Applicator in Singapore — Redefines Body Sculpting in Stubborn Areas

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 11 November 2022 – A leader in non-invasive body sculpting therapies, BTL, today announced the launch of its latest EMSculpt NEO EDGE™ Applicator in Singapore. Built upon the success of the game-changing EMSculpt NEO treatment, the EMSculpt NEO EDGE™ Applicator is the first of its kind in the region, offering a breakthrough in non-invasive body sculpting treatment by specifically targetting hard-to-reach areas.

Designed with precision and developed to treat key concerns such as love handles, the sleek applicator allows for a better body contour, especially for curvy areas like the lateral abdomen. Emitting 2 energies simultaneously, the Edge™ applicator utilises radiofrequency and HIFEM™ technology to address fat deposits and muscle groups in a single non-invasive treatment. In addition, this new device extension also tones the oblique muscles when treating the lateral abdomen, which can significantly improve posture, core strength, and back discomfort.

Ron Borsheim, Vice President of Product Development from BTL, commented, “BTL has always pride itself as the manufacturers of the most advanced non-invasive treatments that aim to deliver proven results. Our treatments are comfortable and help individuals achieve their best selves. With the introduction of EMSculpt NEO EDGE™ Applicator, we are confident that we can continue to deliver compelling results for individuals looking for a full body contour solution that is non-surgical and effective.”

BTL has become the world’s leading aesthetics equipment manufacturer since its inception in 1993. With a strategic focus on developing non-invasive treatments, BTL has since delivered comfortable and effective solutions with its cutting-edge technology. The company’s research and development team continue to innovate and revolutionise new aesthetic solutions for those looking to look and feel good.

With over 1 million treatments administered to date, and with the latest addition of the EMSculpt NEO EDGE™ Applicator to the highly sought-after EMSculpt NEO treatment, BTL leads the way in providing gold-standard solutions for their customers.

BTL EMSculpt NEO EDGE™ Applicator will be available at Ageless Medical, Mendis Aesthetics Clinic, and 2 Shy Beauty.

Hashtag: #BTL

About BTL

Established in 1993, BTL has been innovating research, medical, and healthcare equipment to improve the services of practices. With over 70 offices globally, BTL has revolutionized the way to offer the most advanced non-invasive solutions for body shaping, skin tightening & other medical aesthetic treatments, including women’s intimate health and wellness.

Backed by its cutting-edge technology to produce optimum results, BTL has partnered with many aesthetic clinics to offer solutions such as EMSCULPT Neo, EMSELLA, Exilis Ultra and more to EMpower their clients with the confidence they deserve.

For more information, visit .

Kerry Logistics Network Named Asian 3PL of the Year for the Seventh Time

Group Managing Director Inducted into Hall of Fame At Supply Chain Asia Awards 2022

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 11 November 2022 – Kerry Logistics Network Limited (‘Kerry Logistics Network’, ‘KLN’; Stock Code 0636.HK) was named the Asian 3PL of the Year for the seventh time at the Supply Chain Asia Awards 2022 (the ‘Awards’) and its Group Managing Director, William Ma, received the prestigious “Hall of Fame” accolade at the award ceremony held in Singapore last night.

The Hall of Fame award acknowledges and celebrates exemplary leaders with records of demonstrating strong leadership and innovative thinking in creating success in the global supply chain industry, while the Asian 3PL of the Year title commends an industry leader in Asia.

Commenting on winning the award, William Ma, Group Managing Director of Kerry Logistics Network, said, “These achievements are testaments to KLN’s market leading position in Asia and our continuous dedication to service innovation and operational excellence. As one of the very few Asia-based global 3PL with a diversified business mix and broad exposure in key gateways, we are offering unique and highly customised solutions to support our customers to, from and within Asia. We are proud of what we have accomplished especially during the last two years when our team showed incredible dedication, ingenuity and agility in the face of COVID.”

On his personal recognition, Ma added, “I am truly honoured to be inducted into the Hall of Fame. It would not be possible without the great support of all my colleagues and partners from across our network. Despite the success of building Kerry Logistics Network as a global and sustainable corporation, I will continue to inspire and nurture our people as well as explore new solutions for our customers. Together with my management team, I look forward to taking KLN to the next level in the global logistics arena.”

Kerry Logistics Network previously received the Asian 3PL of the Year title in 2011, 2012, 2015, 2016, 2018 and 2019. William Ma has successfully spearheaded the international expansion and transformation of KLN since 2000 and has led the Company as Group Managing Director since its listing in 2013.

The Awards are organised annually by Supply Chain Asia Magazine to honour outstanding corporations and individuals in the supply chain and logistics industry. The corporate awards are voted by the public as well as the Awards Committee and a panel of judges, whereas the awards in the individual categories are selected by the Awards Committee. The 2022 edition of the Awards was the first one held since 2019 due to global events in the ensuing two years.

Hashtag: #KerryLogisticsNetwork

About Kerry Logistics Network Limited (Stock Code 0636.HK)

Kerry Logistics Network is an Asia-based, global 3PL with a highly diversified business portfolio and the strongest coverage in Asia. It offers a broad range of supply chain solutions from integrated logistics, international freight forwarding (air, ocean, road, rail and multimodal), e-commerce and express to industrial project logistics and infrastructure investment.

With a global presence across 59 countries and territories, Kerry Logistics Network has established a solid foothold in half of the world’s emerging markets. Its diverse infrastructure, extensive coverage in international gateways and local expertise span across the Mainland of China, India, Southeast Asia, the CIS, Middle East, LATAM and other locations.

Kerry Logistics Network generated a revenue of over HK$81 billion in 2021 and is the largest international logistics company listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange as well as a constituent of the Hang Seng Corporate Sustainability Benchmark Index.

About Supply Chain Asia Awards

Held annually since the founding of Supply Chain Asia, a not-for-profit professional body that aims to bring professionals from within the logistics and supply chain industry together, the Supply Chain Asia Awards ceremony has been one of the most enduring platforms that continues to bring recognition and profile to the supply chain and logistics industry. It was postponed in 2020 and 2021 due to COVID-19. Over the years, the event has evolved into a celebration of industry successes as well as an annual affair that brings together leading senior executives, veterans and industry professionals.

pCloud celebrates Singles Days with a massive discounts

ZUG, SWITZERLAND – Media OutReach – 11 November 2022 – pCloud, leading cloud storage service announced Singles Day celebration with a huge sale of its Lifetime Plans. Users in Asia have even more reasons to be excited about pCloud now.

The cloud storage company was launched back in September 2013. Triggered by the growing need of cybersecurity, the young forward-thinking pCloud team has set his foot on the rapidly growing IT market with the mission to provide the world with a cloud storage solution that works seamlessly for both individuals and businesses.

Along with its smart file security measurements and variety of file management options, the company has also pioneered the industry with its Lifetime plan, which is an innovative price model that gives users the opportunity to get a lifelong account with just one payment.

pClouders residing in Asia have even more reasons to be excited about pCloud these days. The cloud storage provider has just announced its new Singles Day Promotion.

From November 10th to 14th, users will have the chance to receive up to 10TB storage with up to 85% discount.

During the last 12 months, the ambitious team at pCloud has continued to develop by releasing new features and even a NEW Product- pCloud Pass.

From now on users do not have to worry about the security of their passwords and personal data.

pCloud Pass is the secure password manager for your passwords and personal data. Users can use it to log in to websites with a single click, fill online forms with their payment details and create strong passwords with the built-in password generator. With this new app users can save their credit card details and use secure notes to write down alarm document IDs, bank account numbers, pin codes and more.

One thing that sets pCloud apart from some of the big-name players in the game is zero-knowledge encryption. pCloud Pass uses client-side encryption to ensure users data is protected from all kinds of attacks. This means that everything clients save gets encrypted on their device before it’s uploaded to the pCloud servers. Only users can decrypt the data by using the Master Password.

Hashtag: #pCloud

About pCloud

With over 16M users worldwide pCloud is one of the most advanced and easy-to-use cloud storage on the market. Founded nine years ago by a group of IT specialists and entrepreneurs, the company provides innovative, fast and secure cloud storage for individuals and businesses. Today, the service is one of the top 5 cloud storage services and is in competition with top providers such as Google and Dropbox. With unique features such as pCloud Drive, branded download links, upload links, and synchronizing multiple folders, pCloud delivers unmatched versatility, security, and sharing capabilities. With pCloud Drive, files can be completely stored in the cloud, freeing up local hard drive space. This also improves the upload and download speed of files of any size that can be accessed anytime, anywhere. pCloud is the first cloud storage provider to offer both encrypted and unencrypted folders within the same account. With pCloud’s unique client-side encryption functionality users’ files are safely hidden from any unauthorized access.

pCloud is available on the App Store, Google Play, and .