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EAGLE SKY MEDIA Introduces D2D CHINA SYSTEM

Facilitating Rapid Entry into Chinese Market for Overseas Enterprises


HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 26 September 2024 – EAGLE SKY MEDIA LTD, a comprehensive advertising company, today announced the launch of its innovative service “D2D CHINA SYSTEM,” specifically designed to help small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) from the United States, Canada, and other overseas markets take their first step into the Chinese market.

As a leading advertising company headquartered in Hong Kong with branches in China, Taiwan, and Singapore, EAGLE SKY MEDIA has leveraged its over 10 years of rich experience to provide comprehensive advertising services to more than 500 companies. Its clientele includes renowned enterprises such as Dah Chong Hong, CANMAKE, Sun Hung Kai Properties, YATA Department Stores, Honda, Toyota, and JACOBSON PHARMA.

The D2D CHINA SYSTEM is a specialized press release service developed by Door to Door, a dedicated team within EAGLE SKY MEDIA that focuses exclusively on helping overseas enterprises enter the Chinese market. This service provides powerful support for European and American companies looking to establish a presence in Asian and Chinese markets. By enabling SMEs to gain coverage in mainstream Chinese media, the service rapidly enhances their visibility and influence in the Chinese market.

A spokesperson for EAGLE SKY MEDIA stated, “As a comprehensive advertising company, we understand the importance of brand exposure when entering new markets. The D2D CHINA SYSTEM service, developed by our specialized Door to Door team, is our tailor-made solution to help clients stand out in the competitive Chinese market. This service is not only cost-effective but also helps businesses establish an international image in a short time, laying the foundation for subsequent market expansion.”

The Door to Door team brings a wealth of expertise in navigating the complexities of the Chinese market, offering a one-stop solution for overseas companies looking to make their mark in China. Their deep understanding of both Western business practices and Chinese market dynamics makes them uniquely positioned to bridge the gap for international brands.

As the global economy continues to evolve and the Chinese market further opens up, the D2D CHINA SYSTEM is set to become an ideal entry point for numerous overseas enterprises looking to enter the Chinese market. With the support of EAGLE SKY MEDIA’s Door to Door team, international businesses can now navigate their entry into China with greater confidence and efficiency.

Hashtag: #eagleskymedia #doortodoor #d2d #marketing #chinamarketing

About Eagle Sky Media Ltd

Eagle Sky Media Ltd is a cutting-edge advertising agency specializing in comprehensive online and offline promotion for the modern era. Our mission is to magnify each brand’s story and broadcast it to every corner of the world. We offer tailored promotion strategies to suit various industries, providing a full spectrum of services from brand awareness to content creation, and word-of-mouth marketing.

With over a decade of industry experience, our teams in Hong Kong, Taiwan, Mainland China, and the United States have garnered a wealth of knowledge and practical expertise. We have served countless government agencies and multinational brands, bearing witness to numerous success stories of brand establishment and growth. Eagle Sky Media Ltd is the company that lets brand stories soar.

We look forward to collaborating with you to write the next exciting chapter.

Government, Private Sector Unites to Address Flood Damage, Strengthen Disaster Preparedness

Flood in Vientiane Province (Photo credit: resident)

Recent storms have wreaked havoc across Laos, impacting 125 districts and 1,337 villages and affecting approximately 50,889 families and 200,169 residents, according to Vongkham Phanthanouvong, Director General of the Social Welfare Department at the Ministry of Labor and Social Welfare. The storms have resulted in 10 confirmed deaths and two individuals reported missing.

Samsung Launches “Reimagine Everyday Moments” Accessories Collection for Singapore, in collaboration with Gen Z illustrators


SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 26 September 2024 – Samsung Singapore is bringing a uniquely Singaporean flavour to Galaxy Z Flip6 and Galaxy Z Fold6 users with the new Samsung x You: Reimagine Everyday Moments Collection – with the help of Gen Z illustrators!

Since 2023, Samsung has been working with local artists and illustrators to bring Singapore-exclusive case designs to Galaxy fans as they personalise their experience from software to hardware. Till date, Samsung has worked with 28 illustrators, with over 45 designs developed over the last two years.

For this year’s Galaxy Z Series launch, Samsung decided to work with eight Gen Z illustrators to create a platform for budding artists to showcase their creativity. They were tasked to design either a Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 Flipsuit Card experience or Samsung x CASETiFY Galaxy Z Series collection.

“Our ‘Samsung x You’ efforts have seen much excitement among illustrators as they see their designs come to life through a variety of accessories for our Galaxy products, including our one-of-a kind Flipsuit Card, as well as exclusive CASETiFY cases for Singapore. We’re heartened by how we’ve created a platform for our local artists and designers to showcase their creations to more Galaxy users. We will continue to push ourselves and expand our team of creators to contribute to future Galaxy campaigns,” said Lynn Chong, Director and Head of Brand Marketing, Mobile eXperience, Samsung Electronics Singapore.

Reimagine Everyday Moments Flipsuit Card Collection: Physical and Digital Personalisation Experience for Galaxy Z Flip6

The Reimagine Everyday Moments Flipsuit Card collection features six Galaxy Z Flip6 Flipsuit Card designs, created by five local illustrators, Arissa Rashid (@rissaartt), Faith Cheong (@genderlesstofu), Jasmine Tan (@pebble.studio), Shana Wee (@designwithshana) and Tan Jia Min (@cheesefrice), who were inspired by familiar local snacks, as well as moments observed during long commutes in the city.

First introduced with the Galaxy Z Flip5, the Flipsuit Case is designed with customisation in mind – making it easy for users to switch out the Flipsuit Cards anytime. With a plethora of exciting Flipsuit Cards to choose from, users have a wallet-friendly way to customise their devices without changing the case to fit their personal style and preferences. Powered by NFC, the card also brings users’ Galaxy Z Flip Cover Screen to life with animated wallpapers that matches the design for a standout look.

Reimagine Everyday Moments Flipsuit Card Collection

In partnership with Singapore Night Festival 2024, Samsung Singapore is giving Galaxy users a chance to bring home a piece of the Art of Play. Selected larger-than-life murals featured at the Highlight Act: Wonder World – The Machine of Nostalgia have been converted to Flipsuit Cards for Galaxy fans.

Singapore Night Festival edition Flipsuit Cards, New World Frontiers by Ben Qwek / LAB SIX FIVE (@labsixfive) and Life is Automatik by Kristal Melson (@kristalmelson), are now available on the Samsung Online Store.

The Reimagine Everyday Moments Collection Flipsuit Cards are also available for purchase via the Samsung Online Store.

Samsung x CASETiFY: Reimagine Everyday Moments Collection

As part of Samsung’s effort to offer varied personalisation options for Galaxy users while celebrating local artists and their art, Samsung partnered with global accessories brand CASETiFY to launch a Singapore-exclusive collection with every Galaxy flagship launch since 2023. To date, Samsung and CASETiFY has collaborated with over 15 local illustrators across three Samsung x CASETiFY collections.

With the Reimagine Everyday Moments Collection, Samsung is expanding the platform to student illustrators for the first time to encourage them to explore their passion by providing them with a commercial platform to showcase their art!

Samsung x CASETiFY: Reimagine Everyday Moments Collection

Galaxy Z Flip6 and Galaxy Z Fold6 users will be able to deck their new devices with the exclusive Samsung x CASETiFY: Reimagine Everyday Moments collection, featuring five designs by three local student illustrators – Ashley Tiong (@threeangstybaos), Ng Ka Yan (@toastytowns) and Yiming Chen (@yimingmade).

1. Ashley Tiong (@threeangstybaos)
Ashley is a 23-year-old student in the National University of Singapore (NUS). She created threeangstybaos in 2020 during the height of the pandemic, combining her obsession over dimsum with art.

Today, threeangstybaos reflects her journey of merging her love for food and creative exploration of the digital medium, offering glimpses into the life and thoughts through colourful illustrations.

Check out Grab A Tin! and Otterly Refreshing, designed by @threeangstybaos here.

2. Ng Ka Yan (@toastytowns)
Ka Yan is a 22-year-old business student in university. She loves drawing cute artworks and creating handmade goods that bring joy to others in the Toasty Towns universe. Fun Fact – Toastytowns was started to help Ka Yan sustain her purchases in support of other small businesses!

Check out After School Treat, designed by @toastytowns here.

3. Yiming Chen (@yimingmade)
Yiming is a 21-year-old illustrator and designer, who is a current Medicine student in a local university. In his limited spare time, he creates graphic design for public health campaigns and medical conferences. He finds incredible meaning and satisfaction with these campaigns as they help bridge the gap between healthcare and people to help educate patients.

Check out Adventure in Town and Colour Blocks, designed by @yimingmade here.

To mark the launch of the Collection, Samsung Singapore also transformed MRT carriages on the North East Line with two artworks from @pebble.studio and @toastytowns, which delighted commuters earlier in August with their whimsical designs:
Samsung x CASETiFY: Reimagine Everyday Moments collection

For more information on the Samsung x CASETiFY Reimagine Everyday Moments collection, please visit here: https://www.casetify.com/collection/samsung-singapore-reimagine-everyday-moments-collection

More information on the Reimagine Everyday Moments Collection is available here: https://www.samsung.com/sg/samsung-x-you/

Hashtag: #Samsung

SUSS, TLE and INSPIRE Launch Success Academy in the Philippines to Foster Entrepreneurship and Regional Social Impact

The Academy will offer programmes with cross-cultural industry experiences to empower students and executives for success in the global business arena.


MANILA, PHILIPPINES – Media OutReach Newswire – 26 September 2024 – The Singapore University of Social Sciences (SUSS), The Little Entrepreneur Pte Ltd (TLE) and Inspire Leadership Consultancy, Inc. (INSPIRE) today launched the SUSS Success Academy in Manila, creating new learning experiences and real-world training opportunities for students, working professionals and executives in Singapore and the Philippines.

The occasion was marked by an opening ceremony at SMX Convention Center Aura in Manila and attended by over 100 guests from both countries, including representatives from institutions of higher learning, as well as industry and community partners. The ceremony was presided over by Ms Constance See, Ambassador, Singapore Embassy in Manila and Ms Lisset Laus-Velasco, Chairman and CEO, LausGroup of Companies.

Grounded in SUSS’ commitment to lifelong learning and creating social impact, the Academy will serve as a key nexus for academic and industry partners from both countries, where TLE and INSPIRE will contribute their extensive networks and expertise to bolster the Academy’s offerings.

Through the Academy’s two distinct tracks – Personal Success and Professional Success – students from SUSS and other Singapore pre-tertiary and tertiary institutions will have the opportunity to co-learn and co-innovate with students from the Philippines. This will include participation in programmes such as interdisciplinary global learning courses, student exchanges, work attachments and internships.

Key initiatives include:

  • Interdisciplinary and Global Learning: The Academy will support SUSS in partnering with universities in the Philippines to co-design and co-deliver interdisciplinary and experiential global learning and service-learning programmes to broaden the intercultural competencies of students.
  • Impact Start-Up Challenge (ISC) and Venture Builder (VB): The ISC is a credit-bearing course that provides a platform for students to experience the startup ecosystem in real-world settings. The 12-week VB programme allows budding entrepreneurs to validate their business ideas in Singapore and international markets. The Academy plans to offer these programmes by 2025.

In collaboration with TLE and INSPIRE, SUSS Academy will launch a new joint professional certificate programme, titled Level Up: The Executive Leadership Programme – Shaping the Future of Work. This 12-week programme features modules conducted in both regions and will bring together industry experts to cover topics such as Leading the Company of the Future, Generative AI, Megatrends and Foresight, Marketing 5.0, and Market Dynamics in ASEAN, China, and India.

Professor Robbie Goh, Provost of SUSS, said, “Our collaboration with TLE and INSPIRE strengthens the ties between Singapore and the Philippines, while reflecting SUSS’ commitment to lifelong learning and creating real social impact. The Success Academy will provide valuable opportunities for future leaders, equipping them to drive meaningful change in their communities and industries. Together, we are building a future that offers growth and connection for students, professionals, and organisations.”

Ms Kathleen Yao, Co-Founder of TLE, said, “I am still amazed whenever I am on a plane, crossing oceans and countries in a few hours. In some places, I can pass over millions of people in mere minutes. This is the speed of personal travel, barely enough time to register what is happening below. How, then, can we possibly cope with the speed of generative AI, infinitely faster than any plane? The simple answer is we cannot, not alone at least. The future of work is necessarily collaborative, changeable and global in scope. Our partnership with SUSS and INSPIRE is just that, a chance to shape the future together instead of being shaped by it alone.”

Mr Francis Kong, Co-Founder and Director of INSPIRE, said, “Our driving force is based on this: in a world where rapid change is the norm, the greatest obstacle to success is relying on outdated knowledge. The true illiterate of tomorrow will be those who resist learning, as lifelong learning is essential for staying ahead. Embrace constant learning to build the foundation for success in any endeavour.”

The launch of the Success Academy in the Philippines is the latest in a series of academy openings as SUSS continues to expand its educational footprint across Asia. Last year, SUSS established three Academies in Ho Chi Minh City, Beijing, and Shenzhen. In the last two months, SUSS also launched two other academies in Bangkok, Kuala Lumpur, and Jakarta. In October, the University will inaugurate one more academy in Mumbai, bringing the total to eight regional academies.

For the full media release: https://suss.to/media-release-manila.

For more information, visit www.suss.edu.sg/success-academy.

SUSS: www.suss.edu.sg
TLE: www.tle.com.sg
INSPIRE: https://www.inspireleaders.com.ph
Hashtag: #SUSS

ENGAGE Asia 2024 unveils actionable AI strategies and customer success to drive ROE and reinvent Banking 4.0

Premier banking forum unites 150+ banking leaders, regulators, advisory partners, and tech visionaries from across Asia.


HO CHI MINH CITY, VIETNAM – Media OutReach Newswire – 26 September 2024 – Backbase, the global leader in engagement banking successfully concluded its flagship event, ENGAGE Asia 2024, in Ho Chi Minh City on September 11-12, 2024. The event, held at Le Méridien Saigon, was attended by over 150 banking CXOs and industry leaders to discuss “Banking Reinvented,” focusing on AI-driven strategies and customer-centric innovations.

The event opened with Jouk Pleiter, CEO and Founder of Backbase, who expressed heartfelt thanks to the Vietnam Banks Association (VNBA) for their invaluable support. Both Dr. Nguyen Quoc Hung, Vice Chairman & General Secretary of the Vietnam Banks Association and Mr Pham Anh Tuan, Director General of Payment Department of The State Bank of Vietnam, delivered welcome keynotes to address the banking leaders in the audience, setting a prestigious tone for the event.

Highlighting Backbase’s commitment to the region, Pleiter announced the launch of Backbase’s global AI Centre of Excellence in Ho Chi Minh City. This strategic move underscores Backbase’s dedication to fueling innovation in Asian banking.

Customer success stories: Engagement banking at its best

ENGAGE Asia 2024 showcased the region’s advancement toward Banking 4.0, highlighting the success of five banks using the Engagement Banking Platform. These banks have designed digital banking solutions, omnichannel experiences, personalized and humanized banking, as well as beyond-banking initiatives to achieve steady growth in customer acquisition and satisfaction, along with differentiated digital journeys that enhance brand preference and drive business benefits.

  • Techcombank’s new-to-bank acquisition has grown 20x in two years and has become a pure digital play. Digital now accounts for over 94% of transactions, driving not only better customer engagement but also stellar financial performance and substantial financial gains, accelerating the bank’s achievements.
  • EastWest Bank, the 9th largest bank in the Philippines has honed its ability to provide banking services tailored to different life stages. Within just one month of its launch,, their EasyWay app tracks over 619,000 installs and has maintained a rating between 4.6 and 4.8 on both the Apple App Store and Google Play, along with strong return rates.
  • ABBANK launched its ABBANK Business app three months ago and has successfully migrated 100% of its business customers onto the new platform very quickly. The app is now the preferred choice for active users, making up the majority of total transactions.
  • OCB launched its OMNI 4.0 app in just six months—three times faster than the industry norm for omnichannel banking platforms. This accelerated implementation delivered an estimated 40% in time savings. The app achieved a 61% year-on-year increase in transactions and a 25-fold increase since 2018, setting a new benchmark in Vietnam’s banking sector.
  • HDFC Bank, India’s largest private sector bank, has reinvented its NetBanking platform to deliver a futuristic, multi-dimensional banking experience. With hundreds of native features and integration with key Indian payment systems like RTGS, IMPS, and UPI, the platform is designed to support hundreds of millions of localized transactions per month.


AI and customer-centricity: driving Banking 4.0 objectives

Intelligence Fabric is an expansion of the Engagement Banking Platform incorporating a powerful set of natively embedded data and AI capabilities to empower banks to foster stronger relationships with customers throughout key stages: acquisition, activation, expansion, and retention. As digital banking platforms evolve into growth engines, they are increasingly designed to maximize customer lifetime value.

In acquisition, AI-based recommendations leverage open banking data to deliver personalized product suggestions, treating each customer as a unique individual and segment of one at scale. In activation, the platform uses scheduled triggers and smart nudges to encourage product usage, replacing traditional push marketing methods. For banking employees, AI-driven insights streamline new audience identification and enable fast, efficient segmentation opportunities. In expansion, AI analyzes spending patterns to match consumers with the most suitable credit products. For retention, predictive analytics encourage repeat usage by anticipating customer needs. Backbase’s platform, with its move towards enhanced UI/UX for conversational banking and AI-driven dialogue, will drive advancements in the banking community.

Banking 4.0 focuses on creating seamless, customer-centric experiences by leveraging technology to tailor services to individual needs. AI is crucial in this evolution, enhancing customer interactions and streamlining operations to drive efficiency and engagement. At ENGAGE Asia 2024, Chris Shayan, Backbase’s Head of AI, led a CXO panel with PT Bank Sinarmas Tbk, VietinBank, and Chinabank to discuss AI’s transformative role in banking. Additionally, Greg Fahy, SVP of Technology, presented a session titled “Enhance Customer Value Through AI and Automation,” which highlighted how AI fosters personalized experiences and efficient operations.

Journeying together and celebrating milestones in banking excellence

The Excellence in Customer Engagement Awards 2024 took place during the grand opening of the event. The annual awards ceremony exemplifies banks who have demonstrated the commitment to achieving digital excellence in engaging consumers, enabling business owners, and empowering employees.

The 2024 award winners:

  • Fastest Platform and App Go-Live Excellence Award: OCB
  • Best Intuitive UI/UX Experience at Scale Award: HDFC Bank
  • Best of Enterprise Suite Excellence Award: Eastwest Bank
  • Enterprise Planning and Execution Excellence of the Year Award: Chinabank
  • Excellence in Customer Experience Optimization Award: ABBANK
  • Best Anchor Platform Innovation of the Year Award: BDO Unibank
  • Progressive Modernization at Scale Award of the Year: BPI
  • Excellence in Humanized Banking Innovation Award: Techcombank
  • Outstanding Execution Partner of the Year Award: SmartOSC
  • Visionary Leader and Changemaker Award of the Year: Pranav Seth, Chief Digital Officer of Techcombank


An immersive conclusion with asian hospitality

The event concluded with an immersive experience along the Saigon River, offering attendees a luxury dinner cruise with panoramic views and a taste of Asian hospitality.

Jouk Pleiter, CEO and Founder of Backbase states, “ ENGAGE Asia 2024 in Vietnam was an incredible experience. The warmth of the Vietnamese people and the dynamism of the business community truly impressed me. Meeting so many forward-thinking executives from across Asia reinforced my belief in the region’s pivotal role in shaping the future of global finance. This event wasn’t just about business—it was a meaningful cultural exchange that I’ll cherish for years to come. Asia, and Vietnam in particular, is well-positioned to lead the charge towards a customer-centric digital banking economy, aligning perfectly with our focus on the next wave of innovation in engagement orchestration, superapps, AI, and enhancing customer lifetime value. We are confident in our ability to contribute to the pace of the region’s digital economy and meet its evolving needs.”

Hashtag: #Backbase #digitalbanking #engagementbanking #retailbanking #omnichannelbanking #engageasia #AI #intelligencefabric #awards


Backbase

Backbase is the creator of the Engagement Banking Platform — a unified platform with the customer at the center, empowering banks to accelerate their digital transformation.

From customer onboarding to servicing, loyalty, and loan origination, our single platform — open and frictionless, with ready-to-go apps — improves every aspect of the customer experience. Built from the ground up with the customer at the heart, our Engagement Banking Platform easily plugs into existing core banking systems and comes pre-integrated with the latest fintechs so financial institutions can innovate at scale.

Industry analysts Gartner, Omdia, and IDC continuously recognize Backbase’s category leadership position. Over 120 financial institutions around the world have embraced the Backbase Engagement Banking Platform. In APAC, the customers we serve include ABBANK, BDO Unibank, Chinabank, Bank of the Philippine Islands, EastWest Bank, HDFC Bank, JudoBank, MyState, OCB, Techcombank, Bank Muamalat, and TPBank.

Backbase is a privately funded fintech company, founded in 2003 in Amsterdam (Global HQ), with regional offices in Singapore (APAC HQ), Atlanta (Americas HQ), and operations in Australia, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Thailand, Vietnam, Latin America, and the UK.

Shift4 group intends to conclude a domination and profit loss transfer agreement between Vectron Systems AG and its majority shareholder

WINTERBERG, GERMANY – EQS Newswire – 26 September 2024 – The new majority shareholder, the Shift4 group, informed the company today that it intends to initiate the process for concluding a domination and profit loss transfer agreement between Vectron Systems AG as a dependent company and its majority shareholder.

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Laos Takes Lead in Promoting Clean Energy at ASEAN Energy Business Forum

Laos Takes Lead in Promoting Clean Energy at ASEAN Energy Business Forum
Soukvisan Khinsamone, Deputy Director General of the Department of Planning and Cooperation at Ministry of Energy and Mine and Andy Tirta, Head of Corporate Affairs at ASEAN Center of Energy shake hand for a photo after a press conference on 26 September (photo supplied)

The 24th ASEAN Energy Business Forum (AEBF-24) opened in Vientiane Capital, on 25 September and will conclude on 27 September, at the National Convention Center, drawing policymakers, industry leaders, and energy experts from across the region. 

Laos Faces Eighth Consecutive Month of Trade Deficit

Laos Faces Eighth Consecutive Month of Trade Deficit
Laos Records USD 129 Million trade deficit in August (photo credit: CFP)

Laos recorded a trade deficit of USD 129 million in August, marking the eighth straight month of trade deficits in 2024, according to data released by the Lao Trade Portal (LTP).