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City Chain Launches Limited Edition Dragon Ball Z Themed Solvil et Titus Timepieces

Swiss-Hong Kong watchmaker Solvil et Titus and classic anime and manga series “Dragon Ball Z” have announced a new collaboration consisting of 7 Dragon Ball Z-themed timepieces. City Chain is bringing these exclusive timepieces to Singapore while stocks last, with the collection launching on 7 April 2022.

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 5 April 2022 – Limited edition watch collectors and Dragon Ball Z fans alike can look forward to a new collaboration between watchmaker Solvil et Titus and the iconic manga and anime series Dragon Ball Z.

This is the second pop culture-themed collaboration for Solvil et Titus, following the watchmaker’s first capsule collection featuring PEANUTS characters.

Comprising 7 Saber Collection timepieces inspired by famous Dragon Ball Z characters, each watch is designed with clear references to key story elements and character traits. City Chain will be launching this new collection in Singapore for a limited time only, while stocks last.

Redefining Solvil et Titus’ Saber Collection with an ode to friendship

This limited-edition timepiece collection is Solvil et Titus’ first collaboration with Dragon Ball Z, and is a homage to the nostalgia and inspiration that made the Dragon Ball Z anime and manga a worldwide success.

Belonging to Solvil et Titus’ wider Saber Collection, each watch has the Saber’s extra-thick faceted crystal surface with embossed dials, textured hour markers, a chronograph display, and a tough and durable leather strap with two-tone stitching.

The Saber’s refined and masculine silhouette is further imbued with new colourways and minute details that echo key plot points in the Dragon Ball Z series – honouring the series’ universal themes of friendship, fortitude, and strength.

Going “Super Saiyan” with a tribute to a timeless classic

Whether you are a limited edition timepiece collector, a lifelong fan of Dragon Ball Z, or simply a manga and anime enthusiast who recognises the impact the series has left on popular culture, these keepsakes are a worthy addition to any watch collection.

The characters featured include Goku, Son Gohan, Vegeta, Frieza, Buu, Cell, and Shenron – major heroes and villains alike who featured in the long-running series that revolved around Goku’s battle to save and protect the world.

The inspiration stemming from each character’s signature outfit is clear across the 7 watch designs, such as the blue case and dial and orange gasket of the “Goku” Limited Edition; the blue, yellow, and white palette of the “Vegeta” Limited Edition; the white and purple details of the “Frieza” Limited Edition; and the bronze, green, and sand tones of the “Shenron” Limited Edition.

Fans of Dragon Ball Z will also be happy to spot smaller details alluding to key icons of the series, such as the hour markers of 1 to 7 featuring the stars of the seven-star Dragon Ball, and each character’s face and original Japanese name engraved on the metal caseback.

Each watch comes with a certificate of authenticity, an exclusive watch box, a watch cloth, and a tote bag all with a distinct Dragon Ball Z design.

Numbered box sets containing all 7 watches will also be available in a limited run, appealing to Dragon Ball Z fans who are eyeing to add these timepieces to their memorabilia collection.

The timepieces will be available for purchase on City Chain’s e-commerce website and Solvil et Titus’ website. Supply of collaboration gifts is limited, and available only while stocks last.

About City Chain

Since its establishment in 1985 as Hong Kong’s first watch retail chain, City Chain has expanded its retail footprint to nearly 300 locations across Asia, including Macau, Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand and Mainland China. City Chain prides itself on its diverse product offerings and industry-leading customer service. Today, City Chain is committed to staying updated with the latest trends, offering customers quality timepieces from prestigious international brands.

#CityChain

About Solvil et Titus

Founded in Switzerland in 1887, Solvil et Titus has become synonymous with the Swiss watchmaking tradition of timekeeping precision. Following its acquisition by Hong Kong-based Stelux Holdings in the 1970s, Solvil et Titus has expanded its brand profile to include timepieces inspired by timeless nostalgia and touching emotional stories. The timepieces crafted by the brand today continue to express a deep appreciation for individual identity, with a focus on sentimentality and endless love.

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Razer Merchant Services Leverages Alipay+ to Expand Merchant Cross-Border Payment Offerings As Malaysian Borders Reopen

The collaboration will enable merchants in Malaysia and Singapore to accept more cross-border mobile payments seamlessly and access users of leading global digital payment methods.

SHAH ALAM, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach – 5 April 2022 – Razer Merchant Services (RMS), the B2B arm of Razer Fintech, announces the integration of Alipay+ solutions for more than 60,000 online and offline merchant touchpoints across Malaysia to expand its merchant offerings.

Alipay+ will be implemented at payment touchpoints for RMS offline merchants from Malaysia’s retail, business, and food & beverage sectors. These merchants, familiar with accepting payments made by Chinese visitors using Alipay, can now process cross-border payments made by a wider range of leading global e-wallets and mobile bank apps and gain access to over one billion global consumers with one single technical solution. Moreover, with one-time deployment, merchants can access all future digital payment methods supported by Alipay+.

Simultaneously, RMS has also integrated Alipay+ solutions for online merchants in Malaysia from the tourism, grocery, e-hailing, and Food & Beverage segments, including Riding Pink Sdn Bhd, the first all-women e-hailing application.

Introduced by Ant Group in 2020, Alipay+ is a suite of global cross-border digital payments and marketing solutions designed to enable businesses, especially small and medium-sized businesses, to process a wide range of mobile payment methods and reach regional and global consumers. Leading e-wallets supported by Alipay+ include Touch ‘n Go eWallet in Malaysia, Kakao Pay (Republic of Korea), GCash (The Philippines), AlipayHK (Hong Kong SAR, China) and more.

In 2020, Malaysia recorded 338 million mobile wallet transactions valued at USD 5.5 billion. A growth projection by Boku’s Mobile Wallet Report [1] 2021, suggests it will reach 3.7 billion mobile wallet transactions valued at USD 28.2 billion in 2025. As e-wallet usage grows exponentially in Southeast Asia within the next five years, businesses offering a variety of e-wallets options will be able to cater to shifting consumer behavior in a rapidly evolving payment landscape.

In addition to the roll-out in Malaysia, efforts are also underway for RMS to implement Alipay+ solutions for its Singapore-based merchants later in the year.

“The growth of eCommerce around Southeast Asia has rapidly increased the adoption of e-wallets, and RMS is proud to be partnering with Ant Group to contribute to this expansion. We are proud to provide Alipay+ solutions for our merchants in Malaysia and Singapore and will continue collaborating with Ant Group to expand and provide the most comprehensive payments methods to all of our merchants across the region,” said Lee Li Meng, CEO of Razer Fintech.

“We believe that innovative digital solutions are key to accelerating the digital transformation of the service industry. Alipay+ helps partners including RMS to connect local merchants with global digital payment methods through one simple integration, so that to ease cross-border payments pain points and enable more merchants to adopt digital payments,” said Cherry HUANG, General Manager, Global Merchant Partnership, South and Southeast Asia, Ant Group. “On the back of gradual border openings in the region, our collaboration with Razer Merchant Services to innovate fintech and uncover new growth opportunities for businesses in Malaysia and Singapore is timely to prepare them towards recovery.”

[1] (Boku, 2021, p. 30)

ABOUT RAZER FINTECH 

Razer Fintech is the financial technology arm of Razer Inc (1337: Hong Kong). Established in April 2018, Razer Fintech has grown to become one of the largest O2O (offline to online) digital payment networks in emerging markets and has processed over billions of dollars in total payment value. Razer Fintech recorded a Total Payment Volume (TPV) of US$7 billion for FY 2021, representing an increase of 63.5% year-on-year with its B2B arm, Razer Merchant Services (“RMS”), a major contributor to the figure.

RMS, a leading B2B (business-to-business) solution encompasses:

• RMS Online: Card processing gateway supporting global scheme cards and over 110 payment methods, powering online payments for global and regional blue-chip merchants in SEA.

• RMS Offline: SEA’s largest offline payment network of over 1 million physical acceptance points across SEA. RMS Offline also extends point-of-sale services (such as bill payments and telco reloads), cash-over-counter services including fulfilment of e-commerce purchases, distribution of third-party point-of-sale activation (POSA) cards, and merchant acquiring services for third-party e-wallets.

For more information, please visit our website at .

Merchants interested in online payment services, may email us at .

Merchants interested in offline reloads, may email us at .

About Alipay+

Alipay+ provides global cross-border mobile payments and marketing solutions that enable merchants, especially small and medium-sized businesses, to better serve consumers around the world by collaborating with global partners.

Alipay+ is introduced by Ant Group, the owner and operator of Alipay. One of the world’s leading digital payment platforms, Alipay serves hundreds of millions of users by connecting them with merchants and partner financial institutions that offer inclusive financial services and digital daily life services.

#RazerFintech #Alipay+

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ASL Capital Markets Designated Primary Dealer by Federal Reserve Bank of New York

STAMFORD, CT – ASL Capital Markets Inc. (ASL) – 04 April 2022 -ASL Capital Markets Inc. (ASL), a government securities broker-dealer focused on trading and securities financing, today announced that it has been designated a primary dealer by the New York Fed.

ASL is now one of 25 primary dealers, which serve as counterparties to the New York Fed in open-market operations, underwrite Treasury debt issuance, and provide analysis and market intelligence to trading desks at the New York Fed.

“Being designated a primary dealer by the Federal Reserve Bank of New York is consistent with our focused strategy to provide our customers with the highest level of service and best market intelligence in the U.S. government securities sector,” said David Littlewood, ASL Chief Executive Officer.

“We are delighted to join the group of dealers trading directly with the Federal Reserve Bank of New York,” said Evan Gerhard, ASL President and Chief Operating Officer. “This designation is a natural next step as we continue to build our fixed income platform to provide broad access and liquidity in US government securities.”

About ASL

ASL Capital Markets is a market-leading, independent broker-dealer providing institutional clients trading and securities financing solutions in US government securities. ASL is a certified Minority-Owned Business (MBE) certified by the Greater New England Minority Supplier Development Council as well as several states. The firm is FINRA registered, a self-clearing member of the Fixed Income Clearing Corporation and a member of SIPC. For further information about ASL, see .

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Philips OLED706 4K UHD OLED Android TVs Now Available in Malaysia

Big new OLED TVs promise lifelike picture, magical light, astounding sound

PETALING JAYA, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach – 5 April 2022 – The new Philips OLED706 4K Ultra HD OLED Android TVs are now available in Malaysia. They are ready to take owners to a whole new world of immersive cinematic excellence with Philips P5 AI-enhanced picture technology, 3-sided Ambilight, and Dolby Atmos sound. Every inch of these TVs looks and feels premium, from the ultra-thin metal bezel to the beautiful aluminium feet. There is a choice of 55-inch and 65-inch models.

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P5 processor with AI delivers a perfect picture

OLED technology ensures a wider viewing angle with deeper blacks and truer colours, transporting owners to a new realm of visual experience. There’s anti-burn-in technology to protect your screen throughout its lifetime. No matter the video source, the Philips P5 processor with AI delivers a perfect picture so real it feels like viewers could jump right into it. A deep-learning AI algorithm processes images in a manner similar to the human brain, ensuring lifelike detail and contrast, rich colour, and smooth motion. The 3-sided Ambilight capability extends that great picture even further into the room, making every experience even more immersive.

Eyeball-friendly viewing

Stream, game, binge – and keep eyes feeling fresh with Philips OLED TVs. Low blue light, flicker free and with no discomforting glare – they beat international standards set by UL and TUV.

Astounding sound with Dolby Atmos sound technology

The fidelity of Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos sound technology, ensures users can enjoy exactly the picture that the director intended, with sound that’s dynamic, but crystal clear.

Ultimate control with Google Assistant and DTS Play-Fi

Users can control the TV with their voices. DTS Play-Fi wireless audio streaming allows control of DTS Play-Fi-enabled products via Wi-Fi, and streaming music simultaneously.

A world of content at your fingertips

All major streaming services are supported, including Apple TV+, Netflix, YouTube, Amazon Prime and Disney+. Users can enjoy award-winning original shows, movies and documentaries from the world’s most creative storytellers. Users can also enjoy personalized and curated recommendations and access their library of movie and TV show purchases from Apple.

Where to Buy and MSRP

Philips 55-inch OLED706 4K Ultra HD OLED Android TV (55OLED706) –
Recommended price: RM8999
Promotional price: RM7999

Philips 65-inch OLED706 4K Ultra HD OLED Android TV (65OLED706) –
Recommended price: RM11999
Promotional price: RM9999

Philips OLED706 TVs are available at Philips TV Authorized Dealers.

Read more information about Philips OLED706 series TVs at https://www.philips.com.my/c-p/65OLED706_68/oled-7-series-4k-uhd-oled-android-tv

About TP Vision

TP Vision Europe B.V. (‘TP Vision’) is registered in the Netherlands, with its head office in Amsterdam. TP Vision is a wholly owned company of TPV Technology Limited (‘TPV’), which is one of the world’s leading monitor and TV manufacturers.

TP Vision is a consumer electronics key player in TV and audio entertainment. TP Vision concentrates on developing, manufacturing and marketing Philips-branded TV sets (Europe, Russia, Middle East, South America, India and selected countries in Asia-Pacific) and Philips-branded audio products (Globally) under trademark license by Koninklijke Philips N.V. We combine the strong Philips brand with our product development and design expertise, operational excellence, and industry footprint of TPV. We believe in creating products that offer a superior audio and visual experience for consumers.

#Philips

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Japan Provides USD 5 Million for UXO Clearance Programs in Laos

Japan provides USD 5 million for UXO clearance programs.

Japan is to provide grant aid of USD 5 million for the acceleration of Unexploded Ordnance (UXO) clearance programs in Laos.

DOC Uses Production Cost in India as Comparison to Impose High Anti-Dumping Duty on Vietnamese Honey Exported to US

Vietnamese honey exported to the United States is facing a high anti-dumping duty, affecting Vietnamese beekeepers and the raw honey-related food processing industry in some states of the United States.

HANOI, VIETNAM – Media OutReach – 4 April 2022 – On November 17, 2021, the DOC announced a preliminary conclusion that Vietnamese honey was being dumped into the United States with a margin of between 410.93 and 413.99 per cent (Buon Me Thuot Honey JSC – 413.99 per cent, Dak Lak Honey JSC – 410.93 per cent) and imposed a respective temporary tax while the dumping margin of the remaining four countries, Argentina, Brazil, India, and Ukraine, was from 6.24 to 49.44 per cent.

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The livelihoods of 35,000 Vietnamese beekeepers are affected by the DOC’s decision to impose anti-dumping duties.

On January 3, 2022, the DOC announced that it would impose a retrospective tax on honey shipments imported from Viet Nam from August 25, 2021. It is expected that the conclusion will be finalised by the DOC in April 2022.

Since the US has not recognized Viet Nam as a market economy, the DOC uses the costs in India as a basis for comparison with Viet Nam’s export prices instead of the data provided by Vietnamese enterprises.

The DOC used the weighted average price of inputs imported into India including finished honey from New Zealand, Australia (three times higher than the purchase price of raw honey in Viet Nam), and honey barrels (eight times higher than the actual purchase price in Viet Nam). This does not reflect accurately the reality of honey production in Viet Nam and is the main reason for the high dumping margin of Vietnamese enterprises.

The preliminary conclusion has negatively impacted exporters and the lives of 35,000 Vietnamese beekeepers, mainly in poor economic areas facing difficulties during the pandemic, affecting the ecological balance and crop productivity in the locality.

On the other hand, the US honey producers only meet 25 per cent of domestic demand and cannot supply the US market with the amount of raw honey required for food processing.

Therefore, the application of anti-dumping duties that are too high for Vietnamese honey and will cause damage to the food processing industry and directly affect the interests of US honey consumers.

In the context of supply chains affected by the pandemic and increased gasoline prices, stable honey supply from Viet Nam would contribute to stabilising food prices using raw honey for consumers and ensure the employment of laborers in the food processing industry in some US states such as Indiana, benefiting bilateral trade for the two countries.

Lancer Dermatology Announces Partnership with Forefront Dermatology

BEVERLY HILLS , US – News Direct – 4 April 2022 – Premier Beverly Hills-based dermatology practice, Lancer Dermatology, announced today that it has partnered with Forefront Dermatology, the largest physician-led single specialty group providing dermatological services in the United States with over 200+ dermatology practices. The collaboration with Forefront Dermatology will serve to expand the world-renowned legacy of the Lancer Dermatology practice through satellite clinics in select additional markets across the United States.

Since opening the clinic in 1983, Dr. Harold Lancer has grown his Beverly Hills-based dermatology practice into a world-renowned mecca with a celebrity cult-following. Currently, the practice is a global destination for celebrities, socialites, and even members of royal families. Dr. Lancer’s work ethic, integrity, approach, and results make him one of the most sought-out dermatology professionals, piquing the interest of Forefront Dermatology. The team at Lancer Dermatology consists of tenured nurses and skilled aestheticians who have been personally trained by Dr. Lancer to deliver the highest level of service and care to their patients.

The partnership between Lancer Dermatology and Forefront Dermatology will allow the legacy and state-of-the-art care that Lancer Dermatology is known for worldwide, to expand beyond the Beverly Hills clinic for many years to come. By opening satellite locations across the nation, even more patients will be able to experience the state-of-the-art care that Lancer Dermatology is celebrated for, even if they are unable to visit the Beverly Hills practice.

“The highlight of my career was when I opened the doors to my Beverly Hills clinic in 1983, and every day since then I have had the pleasure of treating my patients with unparalleled care. I am proud to partner with Forefront Dermatology to extend the legacy we have created at Lancer Dermatology to make our state-of-the-art experience and treatments even more accessible,” said Dr. Harold Lancer, Board-Certified Dermatologist and Founder of Lancer Dermatology and Lancer Skincare.

“For many years, we have had the goal to extend the state-of-the-art approach of Lancer Dermatology practice beyond the Beverly Hills clinic. When Forefront Dermatology approached our team, it was clear that their preeminent expertise in expansion was in perfect alignment with our goals. Through this partnership, we are thrilled to be expanding our legacy, without sacrificing on quality of care,” said Tracey Sameyah, CEO of Lancer Skincare.

“Our partnership with Dr. Lancer and the Lancer Dermatology Team is consistent with our approach to partnering with Board-Certified Dermatologists and Surgeons that are committed to physician leadership, innovation, and exceptional patient experiences and outcomes. We are thrilled to partner with Dr. Lancer on expanding access to dermatology care and leveraging the expertise and strong reputation he has garnered over the past 30 years,” said Betsy J. Wernli, MD, President of Forefront Dermatology.

The Beverly Hills clinic will remain unaffected by the partnership, with no changes being made to the day-to-day operations or existing staff of distinguished nurses and aestheticians. Dr. Lancer’s international skincare brand, Lancer Skincare, will also remain a separate entity, owned solely by Dr. Lancer, with no changes to the award-winning products that bring to life his philosophy of “from practice to product.”

Lancer Dermatology is moving faster than ever to make its state-of-the-art care and approach more accessible and available to everyone. For more information about Lancer Dermatology, please visit LancerSkincare.com or @drlancerrx.

About Lancer Dermatology

The goal at Lancer Dermatology is to provide each patient with expert skin care and a personalized, first-class experience. Lancer Dermatology offers state-of-the-art care in aesthetic, cosmetic, medical and surgical dermatology treatments. The Lancer Dermatology team consists of tenured nurses who have been personally trained by Dr. Lancer to deliver the highest level of service and care to our patients. Dr. Lancer believes that the best way to foster trust and commitment amongst patients is to have a knowledgeable and familiar team at his side. The Lancer Nursing Team is an elite and talented group of professionals who are always on hand to assist with all patient consultations and procedures. Dr. Lancer’s skilled aestheticians possess decades of experience providing customized services and treatments to patients. Trained by Dr. Lancer himself, the aesthetician team is comprised of multilingual, highly-professional and sought-after experts who are proficient in The Lancer Method protocols as well as all of the Services & Technologies offered exclusively at the Lancer Dermatology Clinic. With revolutionized procedures and tools, the team is able to provide a personalized, best-in-class experience to every patient.

#Lancer

Refinitiv Announces Winners of Inaugural Indonesia FX Awards

JAKARTA, INDONESIA – Media OutReach – 4 April 2022 – Refinitiv, an LSEG business, has announced the winners of its FX Trading Awards 2022 for Indonesia’s trading community.

The FX Awards aim to promote transparency and liquidity in the Indonesian foreign exchange market and to recognize its importance to the broader Indonesian economy. Award winners were determined based on trading activity on Refinitiv’s FX trading platforms.

In July 2021, Refinitiv launched its leading global electronic trading Matching service in Indonesia, which represents Indonesia’s first interbank electronic marketplace for the trading of Rupiah. Refinitiv Matching offers users in Indonesia access to deeper liquidity pools, increases market participation, enhances price discovery and helps regulators maintain a fair and transparent marketplace.

Foreign exchange remains one of the world’s most actively traded asset classes. The average daily volume (ADV) of foreign exchange trading across Refinitiv’s FX platforms globally totaled $491 billion in January 2022, with the average daily volume for spot trading at $97 billion.

“Bank Indonesia appreciates Refinitiv as the first provider for the Multi-matching System in our domestic market. We welcome any external providers in supporting the domestic market as long as they are committed to build Indonesia’s money market and as long as it complies with Bank Indonesia regulation. I also give my highest appreciation to all the banks participating in the new platform and I hope transactions through ETP Multi-matching will continue to increase in the future. As we move forward, efforts to develop FMI will continue to be taken. Yet, Bank Indonesia realizes that we can’t do it alone, we have to work together to achieve a desired state of a modern and advanced money market,” said Destry Damayanti, Senior Deputy Governor from Bank of Indonesia.

“This marks our inaugural FX Awards in Indonesia, and we are heartened by the strong support from the local trading community. We would like to extend a big congratulations to all the winners. Refinitiv has had a presence in Indonesia since 1984, and as one of the world’s largest providers of financial markets data and infrastructure, we are committed to supporting an efficient, transparent and resilient financial marketplace in Indonesia,” said Nigel Fuller, Sales Director, FX Trading, Asia at Refinitiv.

The 2022 Indonesia FX Award Winners are as follows:

  • Best Market Maker: PT Bank Rakyat Indonesia (Persero) Tbk
  • Most Active Bank: PT Bank Rakyat Indonesia (Persero) Tbk
  • Most Volume Traded: Deutsche Bank AG (Jakarta Branch)
  • First Trade on Matching: PT Bank Rakyat Indonesia (Persero) Tbk and PT Bank Mega Tbk
  • First Mover: PT Bank Maybank Indonesia Tbk
  • Most Active FXall Bank (Taker): PT Bank Danamon Indonesia Tbk
  • Most Active FXall Bank (Maker): PT Bank Rakyat Indonesia (Persero) Tbk
  • Most Active Corporate: PT Pertamina (Persero)
  • Best BPD Bank: PT. Bank Pembangunan Daerah Jawa Barat & Banten, Tbk
  • Rising Star BPD Bank: PT Bank Pembangunan Daerah Jawa Tengah

For further information on Refinitiv’s FX solutions, visit here.

About Refinitiv, an LSEG business

Refinitiv, an LSEG (London Stock Exchange Group) business, is one of the world’s largest providers of financial markets data and infrastructure. With more than 40,000 customers and 400,000 end users in approximately 190 countries, Refinitiv is powering participants across the global financial marketplace. Refinitiv provides information, insights, and technology that enable customers to execute critical investing, trading and risk decisions with confidence. By combining a unique open platform with best-in-class data and expertise, Refinitiv connects people with choice and opportunity – driving performance, innovation and growth for its customers and partners.

#Refinitiv

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