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Laos has recorded 641 cases of Covid-19 across the country today, with eleven new deaths.

Lenovo technology predictions for 2022: hybrid, sustainable, personal

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 10 January 2022 – The past year was a time of transition – but which of the new approaches will take hold in Asia Pacific markets? For 2022 and beyond, Lenovo is offering a range of predictions that incorporate what has been learned in the past year, to improve future products and services.

 

Intensely hybrid working models, a focus on carbon neutrality and the environment, and a need for more comfortable, intuitive ways to operate our technology all set the tone for the following emerging trends.

 

1.     Work-from-anywhere technology, now broadly available, will expose a growing divide.

 

Just as the use of video conference software accelerated during the past year’s work-from-home, successful companies in Asia Pacific will accelerate the adoption of improved infrastructure and services that enable smarter, more flexible work.

 

Important innovations that will make this happen include upgrades in artificial intelligence, which is getting better at removing the daily background noise of an Asian city, improving privacy, and connecting seamlessly. Augmented reality will also have a role to play, by concentrating information intelligently and conveniently for the user. Remote desktop solutions, especially those that unite employees under cloud-like services with enterprise-level security, enable employees’ work while providing them necessary IT support wherever they are.

 

Other companies, held back by legacy systems, will resist these changes in the hope of going back to “the way it was” – and will find it more and more difficult to foster an engaged employee workplace – especially given Asia’s younger, more diverse workforce.

 

2.     Sustainability will become a leading factor in tech innovation and design.

 

2021 was the year that Asia Pacific got serious about sustainability. In 2021 October, Hong Kong Government announced Hong Kong’s Climate Action Plan 2050, outlining the strategies and targets for combating climate change and achieving carbon neutrality in 2050[1]. In the past, sustainability was a second-tier consideration in design and innovation for technology products, if it was considered at all; now, it will play a leading role.

 

Sustainable materials will experience a jump in popularity in manufacturing locations around the region, and become more available for product development. The products that find success in the future will incorporate recycled plastics, fibers and metals; self-decomposing materials like bioplastics; and renewable sources like bamboo – where Asia has an obvious advantage.

 

At the same time, societal considerations will grow in importance, including the accessibility and suitability of technology for a broad range of users.

 

3.     Security will finally start to move away from over-reliance on passwords.

 

AI and improved sensor technology will move to the forefront, as passwords take a backseat. Near-term, public key infrastructure (PKI) – what we use today to access our mobile banking applications – and multifactor authentication (MFA) will alleviate our reliance on passwords.

 

The sensors that power biometrics – fingerprint, facial, iris and voice authentication – will start to take on greater responsibility for our security online and with our devices during the coming year. This will play an additional role in making technology more accessible and with multiple levels of literacy.

 

4.     Computers will quietly, and steadily, become more human.

 

Humans are not designed for long hours sitting in front of screens and typing on keyboards – but today, many people spend the majority of their waking hours interacting with technology. New designs will help slowly transition that relationship towards designs that work with – not against – human physiology.

 

In 2022 and beyond, instead of a focus on keyboards and touchpads, expect to see more flexible display options, ergonomic mice, haptic feedback, voice-to-text (and vice versa), and more intuitive forms of input involving artificial intelligence.

 

The past year has signaled a major shift in the way that we use technology in our daily lives. While we can look forward to these changes in the coming year, we can also see them as the beginning of a more gradual shift that will take place beyond 2022. Where will the following year take us?

About Lenovo

Lenovo (HKSE: 992) (ADR: LNVGY) is a US$60 billion revenue Fortune Global 500 company serving customers in 180 markets around the world. Focused on a bold vision to deliver smarter technology for all, we are developing world-changing technologies that power (through devices and infrastructure) and empower (through solutions, services and software) millions of customers every day and together create a more inclusive, trustworthy and sustainable digital society for everyone, everywhere. To find out more visit https://www.lenovo.com and https://techtoday.lenovo.com/hk/en/solution to read about the latest news via our StoryHub.

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Xlife Sciences plans listing on the “Sparks” segment of SIX Swiss Exchange

Listing on the new “Sparks” segment of SIX Swiss Exchange for small and medium-sized companies is planned for Q1 2022, subject to market environment


– Xlife Sciences AG is a Swiss company focused on the value development and commercialization of promising research projects from universities and other research institutions in the field of life sciences


– The company is involved as incubator and accelerator in in 23 project companies until the successful exit after the proof-of-concept phase with the goal of participating in their
long-term value development


– Xlife Sciences is currently listed on the Munich Stock Exchange and has a market capitalization of EUR 233 million as per end of 2021.

ZURICH, SWITZERLAND – EQS Newswire – 10 January 2022 – Xlife Sciences AG (XLS DE) confirms its intention to be listed on SIX Swiss Exchange, as communicated in November 2021. Subject to market environment, the listing on the new “Sparks” segment of SIX Swiss Exchange is still planned for Q1 2022.

Dr. Bernhard Scholz, Chairman of the Board of Xlife Sciences, comments: “Switzerland has a strong and dynamic life sciences industry and correspondingly knowledgeable investors and analysts. The new Sparks segment of the Swiss stock exchange is attractive for Xlife Sciences as an emerging growth company and should further increase our visibility and market transparency.”

Oliver R. Baumann, CEO of Xlife Sciences, added: “With the planned listing in Switzerland and the accompanying move to a regulated market, we aim to make our company more accessible to institutional investors, increase the liquidity of the stock and further enhance the transparency of Xlife Sciences.”

The Company
Xlife Sciences is a Swiss company focused on the value development and commercialization of promising research projects from universities and other research institutions in the field of life sciences. The goal is to bridge the gap from research and development to healthcare markets.

Xlife Sciences brings carefully selected early-stage projects in the four areas of technological platforms, biotechnology/therapies, medical technology, and artificial intelligence/digital health to the next stage of development. The focus is on preclinical projects in biotechnology that are acquired with a successful spin-off by a university, a clinical center, or a research institution. Currently, eleven employees and eight consultants work for Xlife Sciences AG; across all project companies, there are more than 120 scientific employees, researchers, and project managers in total.

The team of Xlife Sciences has proven experience in the life sciences sector thanks to the many years of expertise in successful partnering of the company founders and the scientific advisory board. In addition to Chairman Dr. Bernhard Scholz, the Board of Directors comprises Christian Faber, Prof. Dr. habil. Michael B. Klein, Mark S. Müller, and Simon Schöni. The Management Team consists of CEO Oliver R. Baumann (also member of the Board of Directors), CFO Carl von Halem, Chief Scientific Officer (CSO) Frank Plöger, and Beat Kläui as Head of Accounting & Taxation.

The Value Chain
Xlife Sciences generally focuses its involvement in a project on the early phase, i.e., until completion of the so-called “proof-of-concept” phase, and subsequently strives to commercialize the project company, e.g., through a sale of the company or individual product candidates (“trade sale”), through out-licensing of products or patents, or through an IPO of the project company. This strategy enables Xlife Sciences to realize an increase in value already after the proof-of-concept phase. Potential future growth opportunities are also captured with possible milestone payments and royalties in the later market phase.

The Project Companies
Xlife Sciences cooperates with 15 prominent universities and research institutes from Germany and Switzerland, and reviews invention disclosures and project ideas in a thorough and structured three-step due-diligence process. If Xlife Sciences decides to take over the invention disclosure, usually a separate project company is founded for this purpose and prepared for the possible exit after a successful proof-of-concept phase (2-3 years). In addition, these companies are supported in positioning, structuring, and implementing their concepts, for example by providing management services. Furthermore, Xlife Sciences aims to create and exploit synergies between the project companies.

Currently, the portfolio of Xlife Sciences comprises 23 project companies. Five project companies are based in Switzerland, the others mostly in Germany. According to the current assessment of the Management Team, the project companies Veraxa Biotech, Laxxon Medical, Lysatpharma, Quadira Biosciences, Saniva, Vitruvia, Synimmune, Ix Therapeutics, and Baliopharm are among the short- and medium-term growth drivers of Xlife Sciences. These growth drivers can be, for example, an exit, the completion of the preclinical development phase, further commitments of federal funds or even the first-time revenue generation.

Planned listing on SIX Swiss Exchange
Currently, the company is admitted to trading on the Munich Stock Exchange (unregulated market [“Freiverkehr”] in the segment m:access) with a market capitalization of EUR 233 million as of the end of 2021. Concurrently with the listing on SIX Swiss Exchange on the new “Sparks” segment, trading of the shares of Xlife Sciences AG on the Munich Stock Exchange shall be ceased for regulatory reasons. The shares will be tradeable on SIX Swiss Exchange after the switch to SIX Swiss Exchange.

Following the intended listing on SIX Swiss Exchange, the proportion of freely tradable shares (“free float”) is expected remain at approximately 44%, the current quota on the Munich Stock Exchange. The majority of the shares will continue to be held by the two founders as well as the members of the Board of Directors and management team.

Since October 1, 2021, fast-growing, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) have been able to list on the “Sparks” segment of SIX Swiss Exchange. This is a regulated trading segment tailored to the requirements of SMEs and their investors. Among other things, the segment provides for easier access for younger companies and a condensed trading window. Apart from that, SMEs are subject to the same prospectus requirements, the same regulatory oversight and the same reporting requirements as companies traded on the main segment of SIX Swiss Exchange.

About Xlife Sciences AG

Xlife Sciences is a Swiss company focused as incubator and accelerator on the value development and commercialization of promising research projects from universities and other research institutions in the life sciences sector, with the aim of providing solutions for high unmet medical needs and a better quality of life. The goal is to bridge research and development to healthcare markets. Xlife Sciences takes carefully selected projects in the four areas of technological platforms, biotechnology/ therapies, medical technology, and artificial intelligence/digital health to the next stage of development, and participates in their subsequent performance. For more information, visit www.xlifesciences.ch

Disclaimer
This press release may contain ‘forward-looking statements’, such as guidance, expectations, plans, intentions, or strategies regarding the future. These forward-looking statements are subject to risks and uncertainties. The reader is cautioned that actual future results may differ from those expressed in or implied by the statements, which constitute projections of possible developments. The company does not undertake any obligation to update any forward-looking statements contained in this press release as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS FOR BACKGROUND PURPOSES ONLY AND DOES NOT PURPORT TO BE FULL OR COMPLETE. NO RELIANCE MAY BE PLACED BY ANY PERSON FOR ANY PURPOSE ON THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS ANNOUNCEMENT OR ITS ACCURACY, FAIRNESS OR COMPLETENESS.

THIS INFORMATION DOES NOT CONSTITUTE AN OFFER OR INVITATION TO SUBSCRIBE FOR OR PURCHASE ANY SHARES OR OTHER SECURITIES IN THE COMPANY TO ANY PERSON IN THE UNITED STATES OR IN ANY JURISDICTION TO WHOM OR IN WHICH SUCH OFFER OR SOLICITATION IS UNLAWFUL. IT IS NOT BEING ISSUED IN COUNTRIES WHERE THE PUBLIC DISSEMINATION OF THE INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN MAY BE RESTRICTED OR PROHIBITED BY LAW. THE DISTRIBUTION OF THIS ANNOUNCEMENT MAY BE RESTRICTED BY LAW IN CERTAIN JURISDICTIONS AND PERSONS INTO WHOSE POSSESSION ANY DOCUMENT OR OTHER INFORMATION REFERRED TO HEREIN COMES SHOULD INFORM THEMSELVES ABOUT AND OBSERVE SUCH RESTRICTION. ANY FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE RESTRICTIONS MAY CONSTITUTE A VIOLATION OF THE SECURITIES LAWS OF ANY SUCH JURISDICTION. SECURITIES OF THE COMPANY ARE NOT BEING PUBLICLY OFFERED. THE SECURITIES REFERRED TO HEREIN HAVE NOT BEEN AND WILL NOT BE REGISTERED UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OF THE UNITED STATES,

THIS DOCUMENT IS NOT INTENDED TO CONSTITUTE AN OFFER OR SOLICITATION TO PURCHASE OR INVEST IN THE SECURITIES. THE SECURITIES MAY NOT BE PUBLICLY OFFERED, DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY, IN SWITZERLAND WITHIN THE MEANING OF THE SWISS FINANCIAL SERVICES ACT (FINSA). NEITHER THIS DOCUMENT NOR ANY OTHER MARKETING MATERIAL RELATING TO THE SECURITIES CONSTITUTES A PROSPECTUS PURSUANT TO THE FINSA OR ANY APPLICABLE LAWS OR REGULATIONS.

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AXA launches “FortuneXtra Savings Plan” 9 policy currency options with most flexibility in currency conversion and market-first dual currency accounts

Up to 20% premium refund upon successful application

HONG KONG & MACAU – Media OutReach – 10 January 2022 – AXA Hong Kong and Macau (AXA) today announced the launch of “FortuneXtra Savings Plan (“FortuneXtra”)  to help customers seize currency potentials and accelerate wealth building with exceptional flexibility to suit changing trends and needs.


Kevin Chor, Chief Life and Health Insurance Officer, AXA Hong Kong and Macau, said, “In September 2021, Hong Kong recorded a 6-year record high for non-US Dollar foreign currency deposits, equivalent to over HKD 2 trillions. In particular, RMB customer deposits increased by more than 25% YoY1. We observed a huge market demand for foreign currencies which is subsequently validated by the survey2 jointly conducted by AXA and an independent research agency in November 2021.

 

70% of the respondents currently possess foreign currency savings or investment, among which, insurance products come as the third most common investment vehicle after bank deposits and stocks. In terms of favoured currencies, Euro is one of their top choices other than USD and RMB. Many people are looking for flexible saving vehicles with good returns to help them fulfil their changing needs in different life stages, such as wealth accumulation, preparation for an education fund, legacy planning, overseas property investments and retirement planning. These survey findings inspired us to launch FortuneXtra which provides exceptional potential return and unmatched flexibility to meet the market needs, underscoring AXA’s commitment to be a life-long partner to our customers.”

 

Four notable features of FortuneXtra include:

1)       Meeting global citizen lifestyle and maximising wealth accumulation advantage with market-highest policy currency options3, including market-unique Euro

FortuneXtra provides a choice of up to 9 policy currency options, offering the most options in the market3, including Renminbi (RMB), United States Dollar (USD), British Pound (GBP), Euro (EUR), Canadian Dollar (CAD), Australian Dollar (AUD), Singapore Dollar (SGD), Hong Kong Dollar (HKD) and Macau Pataca (MOP; only for policies issued in Macau), each offering competitive potential return. Among the currencies, Euro is uniquely available in FortuneXtra3, promptly responding to the emerging market needs.

 

2)      Exceptional flexibility to meet changing needs with free currency conversion in whole or in part

FortuneXtra (both 5-year pay and 10-year pay) offers unlimited number of times4 of full or partial policy currency conversion for free from the 3rd policy anniversary. Whether due to changes in life plan or shifts in global market opportunities, our customers can convert their policy to one of a different policy currency, in whole or in part, while keeping the same policy commencement date to ensure their wealth accumulation remains on track after the conversion. In particular, partial conversion is unique in market3 and can help customers flexibly deal with different foreign currency needs at the same time.

 

3)      Market-first3 dual currency accounts to capture gains and accumulate interest

Unlike conventional savings insurance plans, FortuneXtra offers the opportunity to save in up to two currencies under the same policy. Starting from the 10th policy anniversary, customers can flexibly lock the policy value to capture market upside, turning non-guaranteed values into guaranteed. After that, dual currency accounts allow customers to earn competitive interests in policy currency or one of the other 8 available currencies as selected and make flexible withdrawals any time as they wish.

4)      Grow generations of wealth and pass on legacy with change of the insured an unlimited number of times and foreign currency needs catered

While FortuneXtra is extremely flexible, it is also great for legacy planning. Customers can change the insured of the policy for an unlimited number of times, enabling them to share their legacy with the generations to come. What’s more, inheritance solution coupled with the currency conversion capability can fully cater for the currency needs of the next generations and further enhance the flexibility of legacy planning.

 

From now until 9 February 2022, customers can enjoy up to 20% premium refund if they successfully apply for FortuneXtra.

 

For more information on FortuneXtra, please visit https://www.axa.com.hk/en/fortune-xtra-savings-plan.  

 

The above information is for reference only. For details on premium refund and product features, content, terms and exclusions, please refer to the product brochure, policy provision and promotional leaflet.



[1] Source: HKMA Monthly Statistical Bulletin (Sep 2021)

[2] The survey was conducted in Hong Kong in November 2021, with a total of 1,017 respondents who are aged 18 or above. Figures are weighed in relation to online population in Hong Kong.

[3] This is based on a comparison among participating savings plans with reversionary bonus available for new business provided by insurers which are covered in the Provisional Statistics on Hong Kong Long Term Insurance Business for January to June 2021 (in respect of life & annuity (non-linked (Class A)) individual business (direct new business)) published by the Insurance Authority. The comparison was made with reference to the information on the company website of the relevant insurers and other information available to AXA as of November 2021.

[4] Starting from the 3rd policy anniversary, one application for conversion can be made within one Policy Year; and application must be submitted within 30 days from each Policy Anniversary.

About AXA Hong Kong and Macau

AXA Hong Kong and Macau is a member of the AXA Group, a leading global insurer with presence in 54 markets and serving 105 million customers worldwide. Our purpose is to act for human progress by protecting what matters.

As one of the most diversified insurers offering integrated solutions across Life, Health and General Insurance, our goal is to be the insurance and holistic wellness partner to the individuals, businesses and community we serve.

At the core of our service commitment is continuous product innovation and customer experience enrichment, which is achieved through actively listening to our customers and leveraging technology and digital transformation.

We embrace our responsibility to be a force for good to create shared value for our community. We are proud to be the first insurer in Hong Kong and Macau to address the important need of mental health through different products and services. For example, the Mind Charger function on our holistic wellness platform “AXA BetterMe”, which is available via our mobile app Emma by AXA, is open to not just our customers, but the community at large. We will continue to foster social progress through our product offerings and community investment to support the sustainable development of Hong Kong and Macau.

THIS PRESS RELEASE IS AVAILABLE ON AXA’S WEBSITE: AXA.COM.HK


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Certain statements contained herein may be forward-looking statements including, but not limited to, statements that are predictions of or indicate future events, trends, plans or objectives. Undue reliance should not be placed on such statements because, by their nature, they are subject to known and unknown risks and uncertainties and can be affected by other factors that could cause AXA’s actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied in the forward-looking statements. Please refer to Part 4 – “Risk factors and risk management” of AXA’s Universal Registration Document for the year ended December 31, 2019, for a description of certain important factors, risks and uncertainties that may affect AXA’s business, and/or results of operations. AXA undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any of these forward-looking statements, whether to reflect new information, future events or circumstances or otherwise, except as part of applicable regulatory or legal obligations.

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BAD AND CRAZY, Starring Spackman Media Group Artist Wi Ha-Jun Of SQUID GAME, Takes The Top Spot In Viewership Ratings

  • BAD AND CRAZY, headlined by Spackman Media Group artist Wi Ha-jun of Netflix’s top show ever, SQUID GAME, leads in viewership ratings last weekend
  • Distributed by tvN and iQIYI, BAD AND CRAZY airs every Friday and Saturday at 22:40
  • Represented by MSteam, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Spackman Media Group, Wi Ha-jun also starred in MIDNIGHT, which received the Best Feature Award at the 13th UK Grimmfest Film Festival

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 10 January 2022 – Spackman Entertainment Group Limited (the “Group“), one of Korea’s leading entertainment production groups, wishes to announce that K-drama BAD AND CRAZY starring Wi Ha-jun of MSteam Entertainment Co., Ltd. (“MSteam“), a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Group’s associated company, Spackman Media Group Limited (“Spackman Media Group“), ranked first place in viewership ratings for the same time period last weekend. The 8th episode of BAD AND CRAZY, which was screened last Friday and Saturday, recorded an average rating of 3.5% and a highest rating of 4.8% nationwide.

BAD AND CRAZY is directed by Yoo Seon-dong, produced by Studio Dragon and Mink Enertainment, and distributed by tvN and iQIYI.  The mystery drama airs every Friday and Saturday at 22:40. It relates the story of detectives with different personalities solving various cases.

Represented by MSteam, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Spackman Media Group, Wi Ha-jun stars alongside Lee Dong-wook of TOUCH YOUR HEART (2019), HELL IS OTHER PEOPLE (2019) and TALE OF THE NINE TAILED (2020).

Wi Ha-jun also headlined in Korean crime thriller film MIDNIGHT (2021), which received the Best Feature Award at the 13th UK Grimmfest Film Festival.

Previously, Wi Ha-jun starred in the original Korean series, SQUID GAME, the #1 show across over 90 countries including the US and Korea on Netflix. Through his role as Hwang Jun-ho, a policeman in SQUID GAME, Wi Ha-jun has emerged as an internationally recognized actor.

Other than Wi Ha-jun, MSteam also represents iconic Korean actress Son Ye-jin, who starred in hit romance drama CRASH LANDING ON YOU (2020), and top actress Lee Min-jung, who won the Top Excellence Award at the 2020 APAN Star Awards.

About Spackman Entertainment Group Limited

Spackman Entertainment Group Limited (“SEGL” or the “Company“), and together with its subsidiaries, (the “Group“), founded in 2011 by Charles Spackman, is one of Korea’s leading entertainment production groups. SEGL is primarily engaged in the independent development, production, presentation, and financing of theatrical motion pictures in Korea. According to Variety, Korea was the world’s fourth largest box office market in 2019, behind only North America, China and Japan.

Since incorporation in 2011, SEGL had produced more than 30 films including a number of highest grossing and award-winning films in Korea, namely #ALIVE (2020), CRAZY ROMANCE (2019), DEFAULT (2018), MASTER (2016), THE PRIESTS (2015), SNOWPIERCER (2013), COLD EYES (2013) and ALL ABOUT MY WIFE (2012).

The Group also invests into and produces Korean television dramas. In addition to our content business, we also own equity stakes in entertainment-related companies and film funds that can financially and strategically complement our existing core operations. SEGL is listed on the Catalist of the Singapore Exchange Securities Trading Limited under the ticker 40E.

Production Labels

SEGL owns Novus Mediacorp Co., Ltd. (“Novus Mediacorp“), an investor, presenter, and/or post-theatrical distributor for a total of 79 films (58 Korean and 21 foreign) including ROSE OF BETRAYAL, THE OUTLAWS and SECRETLY, GREATLY, which was one of the biggest box office hits of 2013 starring Kim Soo-hyun of MY LOVE FROM THE STARS, as well as FRIEND 2: THE GREAT LEGACY. In 2012, Novus Mediacorp was also the post-theatrical rights distributor of ALL ABOUT MY WIFE, a top-grossing romantic comedy produced by Zip Cinema. In 2018, THE OUTLAWS, co-presented by Novus Mediacorp broke the all-time highest Video On Demand (“VOD“) sales records in Korea. For more information on Novus Mediacorp, do visit http://novusmediacorp.com.

The Company owns a 100% equity interest in Simplex Films Limited (“Simplex Films“) which is an early stage film production firm. The maiden film of Simplex Films, JESTERS: THE GAME CHANGERS (2019), was released in Korea on 21 August 2019. Simplex Films has several line-up of films including HURRICANE BROTHERS (working title).

The Company owns a 100% equity interest in Take Pictures Pte. Ltd. (“Take Pictures“) which produced STONE SKIPPING (2020) and THE BOX (2021), and shall release GUARDIAN (working title) in 2021 tentatively.

The Company owns a 100% equity interest in Greenlight Content Limited (“Greenlight Content“) which is mainly involved in the business of investing into dramas and movies, as well as providing consulting services for the production of Korean content. Through the acquisition of Greenlight Content, the Group’s first co-produced drama, MY SECRET TERRIUS, starring top Korean star, So Ji Sub, achieved #1 in drama viewership ratings for its time slot and recorded double digits for its highest viewership ratings. Greenlight Content was one of the main investors of MY SECRET TERRIUS.

The Company owns a 20% equity interest in The Makers Studio Co. Ltd., which plans to produce and release four upcoming films, the first of which will be THE ISLAND OF THE GHOST’S WAIL, a comedy horror film.

Our films are theatrically distributed and released in Korea and overseas markets, as well as for subsequent post-theatrical worldwide release in other forms of media, including online streaming, cable TV, broadcast TV, IPTV, video-on-demand, and home video/DVD, etc. We release all of our motion pictures into wide-theatrical exhibition initially in Korea, and then in overseas and ancillary markets.

Talent Representation

The Company holds an effective shareholding interest of 43.88% in Spackman Media Group Limited (“SMGL“). SMGL, a company incorporated in Hong Kong, together with its subsidiaries, is collectively one of the largest entertainment talent agencies in Korea in terms of the number of artists under management, including some of the top names in the Korean entertainment industry. SMGL operates its talent management business through renowned agencies such as MSteam Entertainment Co., Ltd. (Son Ye-jin, Lee Min-jung, Ko Sung-hee), UAA&CO Inc. (Song Hye-kyo, Yoo Ah-in, Park Hyung-sik), Fiftyone K Inc. (So Ji Sub, Ok Taec-yeon), SBD Entertainment Inc. (Son Suk-ku), and Kook Entertainment Co., Ltd. Through these full-service talent agencies in Korea, SMGL represents and guides the professional careers of a leading roster of award-winning actors/actresses in the practice areas of motion pictures, television, commercial endorsements, and branded entertainment. SMGL leverages its unparalleled portfolio of artists as a platform to develop, produce, finance and own the highest quality of entertainment content projects, including theatrical motion pictures, variety shows and TV dramas. This platform also creates and derives opportunities for SMGL to make strategic investments in development stage businesses that can collaborate with SMGL artists. SMGL is an associated company of the Company.

The Company owns a 100% equity interest in Constellation Agency Pte. Ltd. (“Constellation Agency“). Constellation Agency, which owns The P Factory Co., Ltd. (“The P Factory“) and Platform Media Group Co., Ltd. (“PMG“), is primarily involved in the business of overseas agency for Korean artists venturing into the overseas market. The P Factory is an innovative marketing solutions provider specializing in event and branded content production. PMG is a talent management agency which represents and manages the careers of major artists in film, television, commercial endorsements and branded entertainment.

Strategic Businesses

The Company owns a 100% equity interest in Frame Pictures Co., Ltd. (“Frame Pictures“). Frame Pictures is a leader in the movie/drama equipment leasing business in Korea. Established in 2014, Frame Pictures has worked with over 25 top

directors and provided the camera and lighting equipment some of Korea’s most notable drama and movie projects including ITAEWON CLASS (2020), HOW TO BUY A FRIEND (2020), KIM JI-YOUNG, BORN 1982 (2019), FOUR MEN (2019) and ASADAL CHRONICLES (2019).

We also operate a café-lounge called Upper West, in the Gangnam district of Seoul and own a professional photography studio, noon pictures Co., Ltd.

For more details, do visit http://www.spackmanentertainmentgroup.com/

DIZO – the first brand in the realme TechLife Ecosystem Ventures Into Malaysia with Two-Product launches

Expects RM30 million for APAC & 30% Malaysian market share in 2022

KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach – 10 January 2022 – DIZO, the first brand under the realme TechLife ecosystem, today announced its venture into the Malaysian market with the launch of its two new electronic products – DIZO Watch 2 and DIZO Buds Z.

 

DIZO ventures into Malaysia with the launch of DIZO Watch 2 & DIZO Buds Z

 

The global AIoT brand comes with proposition for the trendy and tech-savvy, targetting chiefly the fashionable youngsters, ages 15 to 28.  More than just being a technology brand, DIZO embarks on a philosophy and a journey that aims to empower everyone to enjoy their desired life, enhanced by Smart Tech Life. Pronounced as ‘dee-zoe’, the new brand aims to break the clutter of tech similarities and offer solutions that are aligned to the needs of every different consumer. Urging its consumers to “Be Different”, DIZO offers the technology that complements individuality of a consumer, empowers them, and becomes an extension of their personalities.

 

Malaysia is a large and emerging market with increasing numbers of tech savvy purchasers in pursuit of smart tech lifestyle products. The brand aims to offer cutting-edge digital products suitable for modern living, starting with DIZO Watch 2 and DIZO Buds Z.  Other products are in the pipeline will be launched here in stages.

 

DIZO is celebrating its launch in Malaysia with its Super DIZO-Tech Days campaign at Shopee: DIZO Official Store from Jan 24 to 28, 2022 with a store-wide discounts of 70% on its products, starting from RM49.

 

DIZO products will be introduced soon to countries in Asia, Europe, North America, South America, Africa, etc. DIZO forecasted a turnover of RM30 million of sales for next year for the APAC region and intends to capture 30% of market share in Malaysia.

 

Built around the mission to offer Smart Tech Life for Every Different You, DIZO along with realme, is committed to bring the best of both the brands to its consumers. In fact, DIZO has unflinching support from realme around three key aspects – Industrial Design, Supply Chain and AIoT experience that works perfectly with realme Link.

 

DIZO’s focus is to create a portfolio of an entire range of AIoT solutions that consumers can use in their daily lifestyle. And with that focus in mind, DIZO will enter into four major product categories, which are Smart Entertainment, Smart Home, Smart Care and Accessories for its consumers across the world.

 

DIZO has seamlessly and efficiently integrated the global supply chain with its local operational resources to meet the varied needs of its consumers. Also, the entire core team members come from global technology brands with stellar experience.

DIZO Watch 2

 

Building up to its commitment of providing Smart TechLife along with premium and trendy solutions at competitive prices, DIZO Watch 2 is a smartwatch bring functionalities and features that complement the health and fitness regime of the users and cater to their everyday styling needs as well.

 

The DIZO Watch 2, with its largest screen (4.3 cm) in the hundred price range, comes in premium metal frame, exciting features and trendy colour options. There are 100+ stylish watch faces to customize to suit your mood of the day.

DIZO Buds Z

It’s more a pair of ear phones. DIZO Buds Z boasts a classic Natural Light Design and amazing features. The latest stylish earbuds by DIZO come in three stunning colours – Onyx, Leaf and Pearl.

 

One of the lightest in the segment, each DIZO Buds Z earbud weighs only 3.7g. The ergonomic design with 3-ear tip sizes matches your ear and let you feel nothing but the music.

Follow DIZO on:  

Facebook:  @DIZO Malaysia

Instagram: @dizo.malaysia

YouTube:    DIZO Malaysia

Website:  https://bit.ly/DIZOMalaysia

Shopee Store  DIZO Official store

 

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Amazon Singapore Unveils Roaring Chinese New Year Deals in the Year of the Tiger

Shoppers can enjoy bountiful savings this Chinese New Year on over thousands of sweets & snacks, spring cleaning products, reunion essentials, and more, on Amazon.sg and Amazon Fresh

Prime members can enjoy free, fast, and convenient two-hour delivery on Amazon Fresh for orders above S$60, and free one day delivery across a wide range of Prime-eligible selection on Amazon.sg

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 10 January 2022 – (NASDAQ:AMZN) – In celebration of Chinese New Year (CNY), shoppers can expect great savings across food and drinks, spring cleaning must-haves, home essentials, entertainment, and more, from now to 2 Feb 2022. Shoppers can enjoy incredible discounts across a variety of brands including Hai Di Lao, New Moon, Tiger Beer, Irvins, and more, making Amazon Singapore the perfect one-stop destination to purchase essential products needed to usher in the New Year.

 

Prime members preparing for the festivities can put their minds at ease with free local delivery on Prime-eligible selection on Amazon.sg and ultrafast two-hour grocery delivery service with Amazon Fresh, making it a fast and convenient shopping experience. For more information, head to amazon.sg/cny2022.

Chinese New Year Deals

The CNY deals below on Amazon.sg and Amazon Fresh will be available on various dates and times between now and 2 Feb, while stocks last. T&Cs apply to all promotions.

Highlights

  • New to Amazon? First-time customers can enjoy S$18 off minimum spend of S$88 with the promocode CNY18. First-time customers on Amazon Fresh can enjoy S$15 off minimum spend of S$60 with the promocode Fresh15.
  • Prime members can get free local delivery on eligible items sold on Amazon Singapore and, free international delivery on eligible items sold by Amazon US, with no minimum spend. Non-Prime members will also be able to enjoy free local and international delivery on eligible items, with a minimum spend of S$40.
  • Get S$20 off S$60 on daily essentials including HUGGIES Platinum Naturemade Pants, Neutrogena Rainbath Refreshing Shower Gel, Colgate Toothpaste Advanced Whitening, and more
  • Get up to 30% off carton deals including Golden Peony Thai Premium Fragrant Rice, Tiger Beer Limited Edition CNY Pack, Coca-Cola Variety Pack, and more
  • Get up to 30% off and, buy 3 for an extra 10% off on Beer, Wine and Spirits including Penfolds Max’s Cabernet Sauvignon, Edelweiss Weissbier Wheat Beer, Tanqueray London Dry Gin, and more

Food & Drinks

  • Reunion dinner staples including Hai Di Lao Mushroom Flavour Hot Pot Seasoning, Lee Kum Kee Superior Light Soy Sauce, SongHe Thai Hom Mali Rice, and more
  • CNY sweets and snacks including Fragance Bak Kwa and Pork Floss, Glory Pineapple Tarts, Fupi Beancurd Skin, Ooh Mala Peanuts and Green Peas, and more
  • CNY specialties including New Moon Bird’s Nest with White Fungus Rock Sugar, Skylight Selected Abalone, FORTUNE Baby Abalone, and more

Spring Cleaning Must-Haves

  • Get S$5 off when you spend S$35 on items including Ajax Fabuloso Multi-purpose Cleaner, Downy Fabric Softener, Kleenex Ultra Soft Facial Tissue, and more
  • Cleaning tools including Roborock S7 Vacuum Cleaner, Airbot Supersonics in Red, Dyson V10 Absolute Cyclone Vacuum Cleaner, and more
  • Furniture and bedding including Herman Miller Aeron Ergonomic Chair, Xiaomi Mi Smart Standing Fan 2 Lite, Epitex Extra Cooling Cryocool Wrap-Fit Collection, Muji Washed Cotton Duvet Cover, and more

Home Essentials

  • Hotpots including KitchenAid 3-Ply Base Stainless Steel Cookware Set, MISTRAL Electric Hot Pot, POWERPAC 2 in 1 Steamboat and BBQ, and more
  • Kitchen and dining including Nachtmann Palais Crystal Champagne Glass (Set of 6), Ninja Foodi Pro 11-in-1 6L Multi Cooker, Instant Vortex from Instant Pot 4-in-1 Air Fryer, and more

Fun & Entertainment

  • Consoles and accessories including Nintendo Switch Console, Xbox Series S, Sony PlayStation 5 DualSense Wireless Controller, Xbox Wireless Controller, and more
  • Games including Monopoly Lunar New Year Edition Board Game, Hasbro’s Clue and more

Cross Category Highlights

  • Get up to 30% off carton deals including Golden Peony Thai Premium Fragrant Rice, Tiger Beer Limited Edition CNY Pack, Coca-Cola Variety Pack, and more
  • Get S$20 off S$60 on daily essentials including HUGGIES Platinum Naturemade Pants, Neutrogena Rainbath Refreshing Shower Gel, Colgate Toothpaste Advanced Whitening, and more
  • Get up to 30% off and, buy 3 for an extra 10% off on Beer, Wine and Spirits including Penfolds Max’s Cabernet Sauvignon, Edelweiss Weissbier Wheat Beer, Tanqueray London Dry Gin, and more

More Ways To Shop

  • Support small businesses with deals across Hook Coffee’s CNY Special Edition Pack, IRVINS Salted Egg Fish Skin, F.EAST’s range of potato chips, Shermay’s Keropok Prawn Crackers and more at amazon.sg/smallbusinesses
  • As an alternative to the traditional red packet, or ang bao, shoppers can share the joy of Chinese New Year with eGift Card designs exclusive to this festive season at amazon.sg/cnygiftcard.
  • Bank promotions from 5 Jan to 18 Jan include:
  • o    Spend S$88 or more on Amazon Fresh with your HSBC credit card to receive an S$8 Amazon.sg Gift Card.

    o    Existing customers who spend S$80 or more on Amazon Fresh with your AMEX credit card will receive a S$5 Amazon.sg Gift Card. New customers who spend S$60 or more on Amazon Fresh with your AMEX credit card will receive a S$10 Amazon.sg Gift Card.

T&Cs apply to all promotions.

Try Amazon Fresh with Prime today

With Amazon Fresh, Prime members in Singapore can enjoy greater selection, exclusive access to shop thousands of chilled, fresh and frozen products, and daily essentials at amazing prices – all in time for the Chinese New Year celebrations. Amazon Fresh is free with Prime membership, which offers the best of shopping and entertainment from Amazon. Prime members will also continue to enjoy free, ultrafast two-hour delivery for orders above S$60 on Amazon Fresh. New customers can enroll in a 30-day free trial. After the free trial, Amazon Prime is just S$2.99 per month. Find additional information on the Prime program from the Amazon Singapore website at http://www.amazon.sg/prime. More information about Amazon Fresh here: www.amazon.sg/fresh

For more information, head to amazon.sg/cny2022 to check out Amazon Singapore’s Chinese New Year deals and promotions.

 

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