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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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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

 

#DIZO

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.

 

Every Day Made Better with Amazon Prime

Amazon Prime was designed to make your life better every single day. Over 200 million paid members around the world enjoy the many benefits of Prime, including the best of shopping and entertainment. In Singapore, Prime membership includes unlimited access to award-winning movies and TV episodes with Prime Video, unlimited access to video game benefits with Prime Gaming, Prime Day, and more. Prime was built on the foundation of unlimited fast, free shipping. Prime members enjoy access to tens of thousands of items available for free two-hour delivery on Amazon Fresh on orders over S$60, as well as free one-day delivery on domestic Prime eligible selection on Amazon.sg. Prime is S$2.99 per month. Start a 30-day free trial of Prime at amazon.sg/prime.

About Amazon

Amazon is guided by four principles: customer obsession rather than competitor focus, passion for invention, commitment to operational excellence, and long-term thinking. Amazon strives to be Earth’s Most Customer-Centric Company, Earth’s Best Employer, and Earth’s Safest Place to Work. Customer reviews, 1-Click shopping, personalized recommendations, Prime, Fulfillment by Amazon, AWS, Kindle, and The Climate Pledge are some of the things pioneered by Amazon. For more information, visit Amazon.sg.

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Laos Bananas Remain Pick of the Bunch for Export to China

Banana becomes top export for Laos


Bananas once again tipped the scales as the major agricultural export crop for Laos in 2021.

Foresight Expands Chinese Market Presence with Establishment of Local Subsidiary

The fully owned Changzhou-based company will serve as the center for future collaborations with potential Chinese customers

NESS ZIONA, ISRAEL – News Direct – 10 January 2022 – Foresight Autonomous Holdings Ltd. (Nasdaq and TASE: FRSX), (“Foresight” or the “Company”), an innovator in automotive vision systems, announced today it has deepened its Chinese footprint with the establishment of Foresight Changzhou Automotive Ltd., (“Foresight Changzhou”), a wholly owned subsidiary, in Jiangsu Province, China. 

 

The Chinese subsidiary was established in cooperation with the China-Israel Changzhou Innovation Park (CIP), a bi-national governmental initiative that provides a unique platform for Israeli industrial companies seeking to enter the Chinese market. With the support of CIP’s facilities and its dedicated staff, Foresight Changzhou will receive a package of incentives and grants from the Jiangsu Province’s government to aid in overcoming barriers and achieving success in China. The subsidiary will hire local engineers and high-quality staff, who will be based in CIP.

 

“As our network of cooperation and connections in the Chinese market broadens, establishing a local presence is imperative. The Chinese automotive industry is rapidly growing and has become one of the world’s most prominent markets. We believe that having a local entity will facilitate our access to Chinese vehicle manufacturers and Tier One automotive suppliers and will potentially increase local collaborations and joint venture undertakings. This decision enables us to significantly expand our presence in China and supports our strategy to become a dominant player in the Asia-Pacific automotive market,” said Haim Siboni, Chief Executive Officer of Foresight.

 

About Foresight

Foresight Autonomous Holdings Ltd. (Nasdaq and TASE: FRSX) is a technology company developing smart multi-spectral vision software solutions and cellular-based applications. Through the Company’s wholly owned subsidiaries, Foresight Automotive Ltd. and Eye-Net Mobile Ltd., Foresight develops both “in-line-of-sight” vision systems and “beyond-line-of-sight” accident-prevention solutions.

Foresight’s vision solutions include modules of automatic calibration, sensor fusion and dense 3D point cloud that can be applied to diverse markets such as automotive, defense, autonomous vehicles and heavy industrial equipment. Eye-Net Mobile’s cellular-based solution suite provides real-time pre-collision alerts to enhance road safety and situational awareness for all road users in the urban mobility environment by incorporating cutting-edge AI technology and advanced analytics.

For more information about Foresight and its wholly owned subsidiary, Foresight Automotive, visit www.foresightauto.com, follow @ForesightAuto1 on Twitter, or join Foresight Automotive on LinkedIn.

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the “safe harbor” provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 and other Federal securities laws. Words such as “expects,” “anticipates,” “intends,” “plans,” “believes,” “seeks,” “estimates” and similar expressions or variations of such words are intended to identify forward-looking statements. For example, Foresight is using forward-looking statements in this press release when it discusses that Foresight Changzhou will receive a package of incentives and grants to aid in overcoming barriers and achieving success in China with the support of CIP’s facilities and staff as well as hire local engineers and high-quality staff who will be based in CIP, that a local entity will facilitate the Company’s access to Chinese vehicle manufacturers and Tier-One automotive suppliers and will potentially increase local collaborations and joint venture undertakings, and that the establishment of a Chinese subsidiary significantly expands the Company’s presence in China and supports the Company’s strategy to become a dominant player in the Asia-Pacific automotive market. Because such statements deal with future events and are based on Foresight’s current expectations, they are subject to various risks and uncertainties, and actual results, performance or achievements of Foresight could differ materially from those described in or implied by the statements in this press release.

The forward-looking statements contained or implied in this press release are subject to other risks and uncertainties, including those discussed under the heading “Risk Factors” in Foresight’s annual report on Form 20-F filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) on March 30, 2021, and in any subsequent filings with the SEC. Except as otherwise required by law, Foresight undertakes no obligation to publicly release any revisions to these forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances after the date hereof or to reflect the occurrence of unanticipated events. References and links to websites have been provided as a convenience, and the information contained on such websites is not incorporated by reference into this press release. Foresight is not responsible for the contents of third-party websites.

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Lao and Vietnamese PMs Launch ‘Laos – Vietnam Friendship and Solidarity Year’

Laos and Vietnam announce Laos - Vietnam Friendship and Solidarity Year
Laos and Vietnam announce Laos - Vietnam Friendship and Solidarity Year (Photo: Vietnam Plus)

 

Lao Prime Minister Phankham Viphavanh and his counterpart Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh have together launched the Laos – Vietnam Solidarity and Friendship Year.

First corporate customer in the U.S. reserves 100 VinFast electric vehicles at CES 2022

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA – Media OutReach – 8 January 2022 – Shortly after VinFast Global EV Day at CES 2022, Artemis DNA, a full-service, accredited, high complexity clinical diagnostic laboratory company providing proprietary Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) genetic and diagnostic testing that enables precision medicine through early disease detection in the U.S., expressed interest in VinFast EVs VF 6, VF 7, VF 8 and VF 9 by making 100 reservations thereof. Such decision by Artemis DNA shows the confidence of the first Vietnam high-class electric vehicle automaker, VinFast, in being able to satisfy U.S. consumers – the world’s most demanding market.



Artemis DNA applauds VinFast’s efforts to become an all-electric car manufacturer, anticipated by the end of 2022. Artemis DNA looks forward to working with VinFast and other Vingroup companies in pursuing mutual goals of fostering a greener, cleaner, healthier and sustainable future for the planet.

Immediately after VinFast’s debut at CES 2022 of its electric vehicles, Artemis DNA decided to reserve 100 of VinFast EV’s, which includes VF 6, VF 7, VF 8 and VF 9 at the price points that VinFast announced (for VF 8 and VF 9).

With the plans to convert its entire fleet to EV’s, the purchase of the EV’s represents a continued effort by Artemis DNA to reduce the carbon footprint of its operations. Artemis DNA has been aggressively pursuing a commitment to a robust environmental, social and governance (ESG) initiative which includes a number of climate-oriented goals. In a recent letter from Artemis DNA Founder and CEO, Emylee Thai, she stated that the company is dedicated to becoming a leader in environmental stewardship within the diagnostics and healthcare industry. 

It is anticipated that Artemis DNA will take delivery of the VinFast EV’s starting in the fourth quarter of this year in support of both of the companies’ massive global expansion plans. With the reservation placed, Artemis DNA will be VinFast’s first corporate customer in the U.S.

“It is with the help of innovative companies like VinFast that we are able to continue our work transforming healthcare around the world while still being a good corporate citizen.  Artemis DNA is committed to maintaining our status as an exemplary leader in the diagnostics and healthcare industry.” said Ms. Emylee Thai, Founder and CEO of Artemis DNA.


Madam Le Thi Thu Thuy, Vingroup Vice Chair and VinFast Global CEO shared: “We are very pleased that VinFast’s electric vehicles received numerous positive feedback from Artemis DNA and U.S. customers as soon as we launched at CES 2022 in Las Vegas, NV. This shows the trust of U.S. customers with VinFast’s brand and the quality of our electric vehicles.”


The VinFast model VF 6 and model VF 7 were mentioned as one of the top 10 most beautiful EV models at the exhibition, according to an article in Forbes magazine. In addition, the model VF 8 and model VF 9 were described as the “Top Electric Models Worth Waiting For” at the Los Angeles Auto Show in November 2021, as reported by Automotive News. 

Opened for reservation globally, starting on January 5, 2022, in the U.S., VinFast VF 8 pricing starts at 41,000 USD in the U.S., 36,133 Euros in Europe and 961 million VND in Vietnam. Meanwhile, VinFast VF 9 pricing starts at 56,000 USD, 49,280 Euros and from 1.312 billion VND. VinFast anticipates completing its first deliveries of VinFast models VF 8 and VF 9 cars in the fourth quarter of 2022.

Customers in the U.S. can make a reservation by paying $200 to receive a $3,000 e-voucher toward the potential purchase of VF 8 or a $5,000 e-voucher toward the potential purchase of a VF 9. Customers in Europe can make a reservation by paying 150 Euros to receive a 2,500 Euros voucher toward the potential purchase of VF 8 or a 4,200 Euros voucher toward the potential purchase of VF 9. Customers in Vietnam can make a reservation by paying 10 million VND to receive a 150 million VND voucher for VF 8 or 250 million VND voucher for VF 9.

About Artemis DNA

Artemis DNA is a full service, Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) certified, College of American Pathologists (CAP) accredited, high-complexity clinical diagnostic laboratory company that provides proprietary Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) genetic testing and diagnostic laboratory services for a wide variety of medical specialities, including cardiology, oncology, immunology, neurology, reproductive health and pharmacogenomics.

Artemis DNA’s testing enhances the delivery of “personalized medicine” by assessing a patient’s own genetic makeup and clinical characteristics which allows for informed decision making in prevention and treatment choices. Artemis DNA also provides pre- and post-testing genetic education and counseling services, as well as conducting research and development to discover and develop additional novel diagnostic services. Artemis DNA is headquartered in Irvine, California. For more information, visit https://www.artemisdna.com.

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About VinFast & Vingroup

VinFast – a member of Vingroup – envisioned to drive the movement of global smart electric vehicle revolution. Established in 2017, VinFast owns a state-of-the-art automotive manufacturing complex with globally leading scalability that boasts up to 90% automation in Hai Phong, Vietnam.

Strongly committed to the mission for a sustainable future for everyone, VinFast constantly innovates to bring high-quality products, advanced smart services, seamless customer experiences, and pricing strategy for all to inspire global customers to jointly create a future of smart mobility and a sustainable planet. Learn more at: https://vinfastauto.com.

Established in 1993, Vingroup is one of the leading private conglomerates in the region, with a total capitalization of $35 billion USD from three publicly traded companies (as of November 4, 2021). Vingroup currently focuses on three main areas: Technology and Industry, Services and Social Enterprise. Find out more at: https://www.vingroup.net/en.

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