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AIMA EBIKE Unveils Big Sur Tank at CES 2025: Setting a New Quality Benchmark

LOS ANGELES, Jan. 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — AIMA Ebike unveiled its most anticipated update at CES 2025: the Big Sur Tank, a limited edition model that takes durability, safety, and performance to unprecedented levels. This exclusive reveal took place on January 8th at 11:00 AM at the AIMA CES booth (LVCC North Hall – Booth #10947), offering an unmissable opportunity to experience the standout feature of AIMA Ebike 2025 lineup.

AIMA Big Sur
AIMA Big Sur

“The AIMA Big Sur Tank is more than just an update; it’s a bold declaration of AIMA’s commitment to building eBikes that are as safe and sturdy as they are stylish,” said Matt P., an AIMA Ebike Big Sur user in AIMA CES. “With its ‘Built Like A Tank’ promise, this model celebrates the very essence of durability and protection, offering an unparalleled riding experience.”

AIMA Big Sur Tank vs. AIMA Big Sur: A Leap in quality and Performance at AIMA CES

Building on the legacy of AIMA’s highly successful Big Sur model, the AIMA Big Sur Tank brings game-changing upgrades to set it apart in the eBike industry. Here’s what makes this model a standout:

  • AIMA Ebike Battery Upgrade: A powerful 20Ah battery replaces the previous 15Ah version, significantly increasing range and ensuring riders can go further on every journey.
  • Safety and Durability Enhancements:
    • Integrated turn signals provide better visibility and ensure rider safety.
    • Reinforced buckles for added durability on rugged terrains.

Key Features and Selling Points:

  • Full Bafang System Integration with AIMA Ebike: Seamless integration for superior power and performance.
  • 203mm Brake Discs: Industry-leading disc size that provides the most reliable stopping power for riders.The motor has been upgraded, reducing noise by 10 decibels.
  • Impeccable Welding Craftsmanship: Guarantees premium quality and long-lasting durability.
  • Lightweight Aluminum Body: A solid yet lightweight frame for the perfect balance of strength and portability.

Built Like A Tank: A Testament to Strength and Safety of AIMA Ebike in AIMA CES

The Big Sur Tank Version is not just a bike; it’s a statement of strength. With a focus on rugged durability, this model ensures that riders can trust their eBike in even the most challenging conditions.

AIMA CES Event Details:

  • What: Exclusive unveiling of the Big Sur Tank Limited Edition
  • When: January 7-10th
  • Where: CES 2025, LVCC North Hall – Booth #10947

Introducing the AIMA Big Sur Tank at CES 2025: the second generation with significant quality upgrades!

Experience better performance and enhanced quality. Better Performance, More Freedom!

About AIMA EBIKE

AIMA EBIKE is a leader in sustainable electric mobility, creating high-quality eBikes designed for riders who demand style, performance, and reliability. With a focus on innovation and collaboration, AIMA is transforming how people move and experience their world.

For media inquiries or to schedule interviews, please contact our press office: AIMAtech.CES@gmail.com

Agoda: Tokyo crowned top international destination for welcoming ‘The Year of the Snake’

SINGAPORE, Jan. 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — As the Lunar New Year approaches, digital travel platform Agoda reveals the top 10 most sought-after cities in Asia to celebrate the start of ‘The Year of the Snake’. Japanese cities emerged as tourist favorites for the holiday period with Tokyo taking the top spot.

Tokyo is followed by Bangkok (Thailand), Osaka (Japan), Fukuoka (Japan), and Seoul (South Korea) rounding out the top five based on accommodation search data on Agoda. The list continues with Hong Kong, Sapporo (Japan), Singapore, Phuket (Thailand), and Hat Yai (Thailand) completing the top ten.

Asian travelers are drawn to celebrate the Lunar New Year in metropolitan hubs such as Tokyo, Bangkok, and Seoul. These cities offer an exciting array of festivities and cultural experiences, making them attractive destinations for a festive getaway. The rankings also reveal that travelers seeking international destinations enjoy a mix of climates, from the cooler weather in Osaka and Sapporo to the warmer temperatures in Phuket and Hat Yai.

Hiroto Ooka, Associate Vice President North Asia at Agoda shared, “The Lunar New Year is a special time for travelers, and it’s exciting to see Japanese cities like Tokyo and Osaka being such sought-after destinations during the holiday. Agoda is thrilled to be part of this journey, helping travelers welcome a prosperous ‘Year of the Snake’ and celebrate in style with great deals on flights, accommodations and activities.”

The Lunar New Year holiday marks new beginnings and the arrival of Spring, making it a popular travel period as people look to reunite with family and friends. ‘The Year of the Snake’ symbolizes rebirth and transformation and is said to present an auspicious opportunity for embracing self-discovery and exploring new horizons. Known for their association with good fortune, snakes inspire travelers to shed the old and welcome the new — whether by rediscovering familiar places or venturing abroad during this festive season. 

As travelers prepare for their Lunar New Year holidays, Agoda offers exceptional deals on over 5 million holiday properties, more than 130,000 flight routes, and over 300,000 activities available on the platform. Travelers can find the latest deals on the Agoda app or at agoda.com/deals.

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LG Display Unveils 4th-Generation OLED Panel Optimized for AI Era

SEOUL, South Korea, Jan. 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — LG Display, the world’s leading innovator of display technologies, continues to lead the way in large-sized OLED technology by unveiling its fourth-generation OLED TV panel. 33% brighter than the previous generation and optimized for the AI TV era, it is the industry’s first-ever OLED display to achieve a maximum brightness as high as 4,000 nits (1 nit is the brightness produced by a candle).

LG Display Unveils 4th-Generation OLED Panel Optimized for AI Era
LG Display Unveils 4th-Generation OLED Panel Optimized for AI Era

Panels with both high brightness and energy efficiency are essential for AI TVs, as they use upscaling that analyzes content in real time to deliver ultra-high picture quality of up to 8K. The industry also considers higher brightness to be a key picture quality factor because it enables more vivid images that are akin to natural human vision.

LG Display’s fourth-generation OLED TV panel meets the performance demands of the most advanced AI TVs, interacting in real-time with the TV’s on-device AI to deliver the perfect picture in any environment.   

The new panel’s innovation centers on a Primary RGB Tandem structure, which is LG Display’s proprietary technology that uses independent stacks of RGB elements to produce light. It had previously used a three-stack light source, with two layers of blue elements emitting relatively short energy wavelengths alongside red, green, and yellow elements in a single layer.

The Primary RGB Tandem structure applied to the fourth-generation OLED TV panel organizes the light source into four stacks by adding two layers of blue elements and independent layers of red and green elements. It improves maximum brightness by increasing the amount of light produced by each layer compared to the previous structure.

As well as increasing maximum brightness, LG Display has raised the latest OLED panel generation’s color brightness. Color purity is enhanced by separating the red, green, and blue elements – the three primary colors of light – into distinct layers, resulting in a color brightness of 2,100 nits, a 40% improvement over the previous generation (1,500 nits).

In addition, energy efficiency has been maximized in line with the significantly higher expected power consumption of AI TVs. By enhancing the fourth-generation OLED TV panel’s structure and power supply system, LG Display has reduced its temperature and achieved around 20% greater energy efficiency than the previous generation (in the case of a 65-inch panel).

It also delivers a customer experience that pushes the limits of display with stunning picture quality featuring perfect blacks and rich colors in any environment.

In general, a display’s color reproduction is affected by external light. As the screen reflects ambient light in a bright room, black may appear gray or overlapping reflections of nearby objects might disrupt the viewing experience. For example, while watching content featuring a night sky in a living room in the middle of the day, any sense of immersion would be broken if the sky appears foggy or if reflected furniture overlaps on the screen.

To solve this customer inconvenience, LG Display has developed a special film that offsets both light reflected from the display’s surface and light absorbed and reflected inside the panel. With the advantage of this ultra-low reflection technology, the company’s fourth-generation OLED TV panel blocks 99% of internal and external light reflections, realizing perfect black just like in a movie theater with the lights off even in a midday living room setting (500 lux).

A display’s color gamut and accuracy also decrease dramatically as the viewing environment gets brighter. However, this TV panel sees virtually no change in color gamut and offers 100% color accuracy at 500 lux. It is therefore the only display to overcome the viewing environment limitations of conventional displays.

Meanwhile, the fourth-generation OLED TV panel provides differentiated customer value through human-friendly technologies, such as by emitting only 45% blue light compared with the 70-80% level that would typically be produced by an LCD screen. Blue light is known to negatively affect users’ vision and circadian rhythms.

It additionally stands out as a sustainable display by adopting eco-friendly methods in the entire product life cycle from development to mass production, including using more than 90% fewer plastic raw materials than LCDs and improving the recycling rate of end-of-life product parts to over 92.7%.

LG Display will apply its fourth-generation OLED TV panel to its top-of-the-line mass-produced lineup this year to consolidate its dominance in the premium TV market.

The company then plans to gradually apply its Primary RGB Tandem technology to its Gaming OLED lineup, targeting the high-end gaming market with a diverse range of panels. This already includes the world’s fastest monitor panel equipped with the industry’s highest response speed and refresh rate, which are important specifications for gaming monitors, as well as bendable panels that adjust their curvature according to the gaming content.

“The fourth-generation OLED panel is the essence of innovation that exceeds the limits of existing displays by applying LG Display’s unique technologies such as Primary RGB Tandem and ultra-low reflection technology,” said Hyeon-woo Lee, Senior Vice President and Head of the Large Display Business Unit at LG Display. He added, “We will provide an unprecedented customer experience along with superior picture quality and user-friendly technology while strengthening our OLED technology leadership.”

About LG Display

LG Display Co., Ltd. [NYSE: LPL, KRX: 034220] is the world’s leading innovator of display technologies, including thin-film transistor liquid crystal and OLED displays. The company manufactures display panels in a broad range of sizes and specifications primarily for use in TVs, notebook computers, desktop monitors, automobiles, and various other applications, including tablets and mobile devices. LG Display currently operates manufacturing facilities in Korea and China, and back-end assembly facilities in Korea, China, and Vietnam. The company has approximately 70,707 employees operating worldwide. For more news and information about LG Display, please visit www.lgdisplay.com.

Media Contact:
Joo Yeon Jennifer Ha, Manager, Communication Team
Email: hjy05@lgdisplay.com

Shanghai opens its doors to foreign-owned hospitals

SHANGHAI, Jan. 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — A news report from english.shanghai.gov.cn

Shanghai announced on Jan 8 plans to encourage the establishment of wholly foreign-owned hospitals in the municipality’s key economic zones, biopharmaceutical industry clusters and downtown districts with a high concentration of expatriate residents.

Each of these areas will allow a maximum of two foreign-owned hospitals. Key economic zones include the free trade zone, the Lin-gang Special Area, the Hongqiao business district and the eastern hub international business cooperation zone.

According to a document published on the municipal government’s website, the pilot program aims to deepen the opening-up of the healthcare sector, enhance the diversity of healthcare services and improve the city’s business environment.

Shanghai’s move responds to a national initiative released in late November, which permits wholly foreign-owned hospitals in Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou and Shenzhen in Guangdong province, and five other cities or regions.

Experts believe this initiative will attract foreign investment, promote high-quality development in the country’s medical services and better meet the public’s diverse healthcare needs.

The Shanghai document specifies that foreign investors must demonstrate advanced hospital management concepts, models and service standards. They are also required to provide cutting-edge medical technologies and equipment at an international level, complement or enhance local healthcare service capabilities and expand the diversity of healthcare offerings.

Approved hospital categories include general hospitals, specialized hospitals and rehabilitation hospitals, all of which will be designated as tertiary medical institutions. However, foreign investors are not permitted to establish hospitals dedicated to psychiatric diseases, infectious diseases, hematology, traditional Chinese medicine, integrated TCM and Western medicine, or those specializing in minority ethnic medical practices.

Additionally, wholly foreign-invested hospitals are prohibited from engaging in high-risk medical and ethical activities, including organ transplantation, assisted reproductive technologies, prenatal screening and diagnosis, inpatient psychiatric treatment and experimental treatments using tumor cell therapy.

The initiative allows these hospitals to hire expatriate physicians and healthcare professionals from Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan. However, at least half of the hospital’s management and healthcare professionals must come from the Chinese mainland.

The document was jointly issued by the Shanghai Municipal Health Commission, the Shanghai Municipal Commission of Commerce, the Shanghai Administration of Traditional Chinese Medicine and the Shanghai Municipal Bureau for Disease Control and Prevention.

Industry insiders regard the move as a significant step toward broadening Shanghai’s healthcare landscape, fostering medical innovation and promoting a dual medical system where public hospitals ensure basic services, while foreign-owned hospitals provide high-end care for both local and expatriate residents seeking personalized, high-standard treatment plans.

John K. Hsiang, chairman of the Jiahui Health executive committee, said: “We hope that the government can allow short-term work permits for nurses and technicians from overseas. Additionally, the review process for expat doctors to receive professional title recognition could be streamlined.”

Jiahui Health operates the Hong Kong-owned Jiahui International Hospital in Shanghai, which was opened in 2017. It also runs outpatient clinics in Shanghai and other cities.

Last month, Parkway Shanghai, the Chinese mainland operating entity of IHH Healthcare, held a ceremony marking its 20th anniversary in the Chinese market. Prem Kumar Nair, group CEO of IHH Healthcare, one of the world’s largest private healthcare networks, said they had witnessed the remarkable vitality and potential of the market.

“As the local government continues to open up with new policies on foreign investment in the healthcare sector, we’re confident that Parkway Shanghai will experience even greater opportunities for growth,” he said while announcing the launch of Parkway Shanghai’s new flagship ambulatory care center in downtown Shanghai in 2025.

This announcement follows the 2023 opening of Parkway Shanghai Hospital, which involved an investment of 1.61 billion yuan ($220 million) and spans 84,400 square meters.

CDNetworks to Showcase Innovative Gaming Solutions at ICE 2025

SINGAPORE and BARCELONA, Spain, Jan. 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — CDNetworks, the APAC-leading network to deliver edge as a service, will present its latest gaming solutions at ICE 2025 in Barcelona, Spain on 20th – 22nd January. At the event, the company will demonstrate how its advanced solution enables game providers to deliver seamless, secure, and high-performance gaming experiences on a global scale.


The gaming industry has become one of the world’s most dynamic and fast-growing sectors. As the industry grows, cyberattacks have become more frequent, intense, and sophisticated than ever before. To tackle these evolving threats, CDNetworks is at the forefront, offering a comprehensive range of solutions that ensure both security and speed.

“Gaming is no longer just about entertainment—it’s a global ecosystem where performance and security must coexist in real-time,” said Antony Li, APAC Head of Sales at CDNetworks. “As game developers push the boundaries of speed, they’re also facing an onslaught of ever-more sophisticated cyber threats. We understand that balancing both is the key to long-term success. At ICE 2025, we’re excited to showcase how our solutions can empower game providers to stay ahead of both the game and the threat.”

Highlights of CDNetworks’ Gaming Solutions:

  • Gaming Shield (Advanced Anti-hijacking): Utilizes IP scheduling, link encryption, and hijacking monitoring to tackle network hijacking and safeguard your business comprehensively.
  • AI-Powered DDoS Protection: Provides real-time, AI-driven DDoS mitigation with 40+ scrubbing centers and 20Tbps capacity for fast and reliable defense.
  • Ultra-low Latency Streaming: Empowers a wide range of streaming use cases, including real-time game streaming, cloud gaming, and esports events, offering latencies as low as 500ms.
  • Extensive Global Network: A robust infrastructure with over 2,800 PoPs across more than 70 countries and regions.

Visit CDNetworks at Stand #5B11

Don’t miss the chance to meet CDNetworks at Stand #5B11, Hall 5. Schedule a personalized meeting to connect with their experts and experience firsthand how their innovative gaming solutions are shaping the future of the gaming industry.

About CDNetworks

With over 2,800 global PoPs, CDNetworks delivers the fastest and most secure digital experiences to end users. Our diverse products and services include web performance, media delivery, cloud security, and colocation services — all designed to spur business innovation. Visit cdnetworks.com and follow us on LinkedIn.

Daon Expands Presence in Japan as part of ELEMENTS’ acquisition of Polarify

ELEMENTS Inc., Japan, and Daon Inc. announce a long-term agreement to collaborate on identity assurance solutions

TOKYO, Jan. 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Daon®, the Digital Identity Trust company, has announced a strategic partnership with ELEMENTS, Inc., Japan’s market leader in image recognition services and a parent company of Liquid,Inc., to deliver advanced identity assurance technology in Japan.

ELEMENTS has acquired the majority ownership in Polarify, a Joint Venture between SMFG, Daon and NTT Data that provides eKYC and Authentication services in Japan.  Through this acquisition, ELEMENTS will reach over 550 organizations with identity authentications exceeding 120 million transactions and will secure the No.1 market share of identity authentication solutions in Japan.

As part of this, ELEMENTS has formed a strategic partnership with Daon, a global leader in identity assurance technology, building on Daon’s role as Polarify’s core identity technology provider. This collaboration ensures a seamless transition for existing Polarify customers and creates new opportunities in identity authentication and fraud prevention. Together, ELEMENTS and Daon are poised to provide businesses with advanced tools to address evolving identity security challenges and enhance customer identity experiences.

As part of the collaboration, Liquid, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of ELEMENTS specializing in online identity verification services, plans to work closely with Daon to develop and promote authentication services in Japan. In addition, the partnership includes the facility to leverage the Daon TrustX identity orchestration and workflow SAAS platform to assist ELEMENTS and Liquid expand its business.

“Our partnership with ELEMENTS allows Daon to expand the reach of our technology into one of the world’s most dynamic markets,” said Tom Grissen, CEO of Daon. “ELEMENTS and Daon can transform how businesses in Japan approach customer authentication, providing them the opportunity to stay ahead of emerging threats and set the stage for further innovation in identity technology.”

“Merging ELEMENTS’ deep expertise in image recognition technology with Daon’s proven identity assurance solutions will unlock new opportunities in identity authentication and fraud prevention,” said Hiroki Hasegawa, CEO of ELEMENTS. “Working with Daon, we are well-positioned to equip businesses in Japan and overseas with the advanced tools needed to navigate evolving identity security challenges. ”

For more information about Daon’s identity solutions and this partnership, visit daon.com.

About Daon
Daon, the Digital Identity Trust company, enables market-leading organizations worldwide to easily and accurately proof, verify, authenticate, and secure customer identities at every trust point across the entire customer lifecycle. With industry-leading identity verification and biometric authentication technologies at its core, Daon’s technology ensures that customer identities are accurately verified, safely secured, and easily recovered. By mitigating fraud, reducing friction, and ensuring regulatory compliance, Daon helps businesses deliver a seamless customer experience, increase customer satisfaction, and reduce costs. Daon delivers these solutions through its AI and ML-powered platforms, available for on-premises or SaaS deployment. Leading companies in financial services, telco, travel & hospitality, and other industries choose Daon to secure and process hundreds of millions of digital identity transactions daily. Learn more at www.daon.com.

About ELEMENTS and Liquid

ELEMENTS was established in 2013 and aims to solve social issues through technologies such as biometric authentication, image recognition, and generative AI. The company’s main business at present is “LIQUID eKYC” a service provided by Liquid from 2019 that allows customers to complete identity verification required for account registration and account opening online. It offers a system that takes a photo of the user’s ID document, such as a driver’s license or My number card, or reads the IC chip, and then compares it with the user’s selfie photo, as well as a system that uses the public certification for Individuals (JPKI / smartphone JPKI).
For more information, visit: https://elementsinc.jp/global/  https://liquidinc.asia/global/

(Taiwan) CMU Healthcare System and Nobel Laureate Randy Schekman Drive New Frontiers in Exosome Technology

TAICHUNG, Jan. 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — On November 2, 2024, China Medical University (CMU) and Healthcare System hosted the International Forum of Extracellular Vesicles Technology and Novel Therapeutics to highlight Taiwan’s advancements and explore new horizons in biomedical applications. Professor Randy Schekman, the 2013 Nobel prize laureate in Physiology/Medicine, was invited as keynote speaker to share his insights in Extracellular Vesicles (EV) technology. Notable scholars and industrial leaders, such as Professor Andreas Möller, Professor Houjian Cai, Professor Le Thi Nguyet Minh, Professor Johannes Grillari, and members of the International Society for Extracellular Vesicles, the Asia Pacific Societies for Extracellular Vesicles, and the Taiwan Society for Extracellular Vesicles attended the forum to discuss the latest advancements in EV research, technology, and applications.

CEO Jeng (leftmost), President Hung (second from the left), Professor Schekman (second from the right) and Superintendent Cho (rightmost) attended the forum to discuss the potential of exosomal technology in clinical applications.
CEO Jeng (leftmost), President Hung (second from the left), Professor Schekman (second from the right) and Superintendent Cho (rightmost) attended the forum to discuss the potential of exosomal technology in clinical applications.

Dr. Chang-Hai Tsai, Chairman of CMU Healthcare System, stated that this forum marks a major breakthrough in exosomal technology in precision medicine and regenerative medicine. CMU Healthcare System aims to continue the endeavor of promoting the international presence of Taiwan-based biotech industries, and to deliver better personalized healthcare to the global community. EVs are known to play a key role in aging, inflammation, disease progression and inter-cellular communication. EVs or exosomes technology will become a landmark in biological preparation development and human health.

Professor Randy Schekman provided an in-depth view of the key bridging role of exosomes in inter-cellular communication, and the latest research on quantitative science-based methods for increasing the “cargo loading” efficiency of exosomes. In his keynote speech, Professor Schekman highlighted the potential of exosome technology in achieving therapeutic goals. The keynote was moderated by Dr. Mien-Chie Hung, President of CMU.

Dr. Long-Bin Jeng, CEO of CMU Development Committee, stated that CMU Healthcare System acquired notable results in exosome studies and development. Shine-On BioMedical Co. introduced the application of HLA-G targeted exosome in cancer treatment, and demonstrated innovative technology and current development progress: using targeted exosomes loaded with chemotherapy agent for effective inhibition of breast cancer cells while reducing side effects. Shine-On BioMedical is also working on Temodal, a chemotherapy agent indicated for brain cancer, to develop a nucleic acid pharmaceutical agent aimed at reducing resistance development. By carrying such agents through the blood brain barrier using HLA-G targeted exosomes, outstanding efficacy of difficult-to-treat brain tumors such as glioblastoma multiforme (GBM) can be achieved. This will provide significant benefits to cancer patients.

CMUH’s Translational Medicine Research Center showcased dual-gene-engineered exosomes for improving neurological recovery after stroke. Partnering with Shine-Out BioTechnology Co., CMUH developed targeted exosome platforms for treating neurodegenerative diseases like Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s. These platforms are designed to boost cellular repair and regeneration. Additionally, CMUH’s Translational Cell Therapy Center advanced CD3ε nanobody-modified exosomes, which may generate dual-targeting CAR-T cells, highlighting the forum’s commitment to clinical innovation.

Dr. Der-Yang Cho, Superintendent of CMUH, emphasized the potential of exosomal platforms in cancer and neurodegenerative treatments, aiming to reduce dosages and side effects. Despite challenges in scaling production, CMUH is dedicated to advancing clinical research and fostering international collaborations to bring cutting-edge medical technologies to patients.

CONTACT: Carolyn Chen, 100709@tool.caaumed.org.tw

Galaxy Macau Shines Brightly this Lunar New Year Unlocking a ‘Golden’ Year of Prosperity and Good Fortune


MACAU SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 16 January 2025 – With the Lunar New Year just around the corner, Galaxy Macau™ has officially launched its Lunar New Year campaign to celebrate the most joyful and lucky time of the year. Galaxy Macau™, Broadway Macau™, and StarWorld Hotel have adorned themselves with festive decorations, showcasing the unique charm of Lunar New Year in Macau, a UNESCO World Heritage city.

Guests are invited on a journey through the “Ruyi Gate” at the Diamond Lobby to experience a series of interactive digital features, including a lucky draw to win amazing prizes.
Guests are invited on a journey through the “Ruyi Gate” at the Diamond Lobby to experience a series of interactive digital features, including a lucky draw to win amazing prizes.

From now until February 16, with thoughtfully curated experiences, including an exciting series of auspicious events, luxurious shopping offerings, and enticing rewards totalling up to MOP 8.88 million, guests can gather blessings for the year ahead and embrace a brand-new chapter of fortune and prosperity.

Immersive Digital Experience for Lunar New Year Installations

As the Chinese Spring Festival has recently been recognised as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage, Galaxy Macau, Broadway Macau, and StarWorld Hotel have been adorned with decorations inspired by the “Ruyi” knot, a piece of traditional Chinese craftsmanship symbolising good fortune and blessings, while every corner has been thoughtfully decorated to bring wishes of happiness and prosperity. This year’s decorations combine digital technology with traditional Chinese architectural elements, infusing the interiors with auspicious symbols and innovative concepts.

The God of Fortune, accompanied by Golden Boy and Jade Girl, will be visiting Galaxy Macau and StarWorld Hotel on the first five days of the Lunar New Year to bestow blessings, fortune and good luck upon everyone!
The God of Fortune, accompanied by Golden Boy and Jade Girl, will be visiting Galaxy Macau and StarWorld Hotel on the first five days of the Lunar New Year to bestow blessings, fortune and good luck upon everyone!

Beginning at the Diamond Lobby, where a giant shimmering Ruyi knot installation awaits, guests are invited on an unforgettable journey including a lucky draw in the form of innovative digital fortune sticks. Grand prizes include white gold diamond jewellery sponsored by Chow Tai Fook, shopping rewards, discounts for the “Love Between Fairy and Devil” VR Immersive Experience, and a wide selection of dining vouchers, with prizes valued at a total of MOP 8.88 million. During the festive period, guests participating in the “Galaxy Ultimate Club” photo game can also receive exclusive limited-edition Ruyi knot keepsakes, symbolising blessings for the new year.

Inspired by traditional Chinese Si He Yuan architecture, one of this year’s highlights is the “Auspicious Si He Yuan Digital House” at the Pearl Lobby. Its exterior showcases intricate Ruyi knot designs, while its interior offers an immersive digital experience. The Jade Lobby features the “Fourtune Pavilion”, where guests can enjoy an interactive calligraphy experience using digital technology to create spring couplets in their choice of Chinese character for “Good Fortune” (“Fu”). At the “Garden of Blessings” at Promenade Central, a digital garden blooms with vibrant cherry blossoms underneath giant Ruyi knots dangling from above. Every corner of the resort is imbued with festive blessings for wealth and prosperity.

Galaxy Macau’s ‘Golden Fortune Rains’ mini-game is now live. Head over to the ‘Galaxy Macau Integrated Resorts’ WeChat Mini Program to access the event page before February 16. Galaxy Macau presents a multitude of exceptional rewards. Become a Galaxy Ultimate member to participate in the mini-game to secure exclusive concert tickets, luxurious hotel stays at the Andaz Macau, dining and shopping vouchers, and unique WeChat red packet covers. These thoughtfully curated New Year gifts symbolize our sincere wishes for fortune and success in the coming year.

Exclusive New Year Collections from Luxury Brands

The Lunar New Year is the perfect time to refresh your style and pamper yourself. Galaxy Promenade offers a curated selection of world-renowned luxury brands, making it the ultimate destination for the latest fashion collections. This year, top luxury brands have launched limited-edition items exclusive to Lunar New Year along with their early Spring 2025 collections, blending festive flair with contemporary trends. From January 24 to February 9, guests can even enjoy up to 7% cashback on their shopping.

From January 15 to February 7, the DFS New Year Pop-Up store at the Pearl Lobby features exclusive Lunar New Year gift sets and limited-edition offers from popular beauty brands. Shoppers can enjoy makeup demonstrations every Friday to Sunday and earn beauty vouchers worth up to MOP 860.

Special Festive Performances with a Strong Sense of Ceremony

From January 15 to February 16, the resort will present special editions of the Galaxy Macau Diamond Show and the Crystal Lobby Show. A dazzling three-meter-tall diamond will descend gracefully amid a water display, synchronised with stunning lights and awe-inspiring music. The shimmering Crystal Lotus, constructed of 380,000 precision-cut fine crystals and 146,000 individually programmed points of light, combines cutting-edge technology with luxury, creating an immersive technicolor spectacle with traditional red and gold elements.

The resort will present special editions of the Galaxy Macau Diamond Show.
The resort will present special editions of the Galaxy Macau Diamond Show.

From the first to the fifth day of the Lunar New Year, the God of Fortune, accompanied by the “Golden Boy” and “Jade Girl”, will make appearances at Galaxy Macau and StarWorld Hotel, giving out blessings and good fortune for the year ahead. Professional lion dance troupe will also perform from the third to the fifth day, showcasing breathtaking artistry and spreading joy and blessings.

A Spectacular Performances to Expand Artistic Horizons

The Galaxy International Convention Center and Galaxy Arena, Asia’s newest premier event venues, are set to host an array of captivating performances, including “Galaxy Music Gala: Lang Lang and Macao Orchestra”, “The TF Family 2025 New Year Concert – Passion is coming!”, “Jeff Chang Ultimate Continuum World Tour Concert in Macau, Chinese New Year Special”, and “TAEYANG 2025 TOUR [THE LIGHT YEAR] IN MACAU”. Adding to the excitement, an internationally renowned music maestro will make a surprise appearance on January 19 from 12.30-1.30pm at the Pearl Lobby, performing timeless masterpieces alongside talented young artists as part of the Music Chamber Series: Young Award-Winning Musicians. Over at Broadway Macau, meanwhile, the Broadway Theatre will showcase a diverse array of captivating performances and music events to ensure a spectacular entertainment experience.

On the first floor of Galaxy Promenade, GalaxyArt presents “Boom and Bloom Exhibition”, a dynamic and engaging art exhibition that offers an exciting fusion of innovation and fun. This exhibition sees the debut collaboration between Mainland artist Ray Chan and Macau-born artist Sanchia Lau with their original IPs “Shake Money Tree” and “Wishing Doll”. Over at Galaxy Cinema, audiences can enjoy Lunar New Year blockbuster films while their little ones experience delightful New Year surprises with the resort’s much-loved mascot, Wavey the Peacock. Hotel guests with young ones can also visit the Edutainment Center for free craft workshops themed around the Lunar New Year.

Culinary Delights for Festive Gatherings

“Poon Choi” is a beloved culinary heritage that reflects the nostalgic charm of Hong Kong’s Yuen Long walled villages. Galaxy Macau celebrates the traditional cuisine with a modern twist this year, infusing the classic dish with the rich, spicy flavours of Sichuan cuisine. Specialty items like Black Cane Sugar New Year Pudding and Chinese Turnip Cake are crafted from premium ingredients to highlight traditional tastes. Various restaurants at the resort will also roll out festive menus, from sumptuous banquet sets to à la carte delights and dim sum, catering to every reunion gathering. Diners using Visa cards at designated restaurants can enjoy an instant discount of MOP 150 when spending MOP 800, as well as dining vouchers worth up to MOP 600. Many prestigious restaurants at StarWorld Hotel also present a myriad of delectable Lunar New Year dishes, including the two-Michelin-starred Feng Wei Ju, ensuring a great start to the year fueled by acclaimed culinary artistry.

Restaurants at StarWorld Hotel, Galaxy Macau and Broadway Macau present a myriad of delectable Lunar New Year dishes for added festivity.
Restaurants at StarWorld Hotel, Galaxy Macau and Broadway Macau present a myriad of delectable Lunar New Year dishes for added festivity.

Explore Macau’s Festive Charm

The “Love Between Fairy and Devil” VR Experience invites guests celebrate a “National Style Chinese New Year” this Spring Festival. Choose from over 200 exquisite Hanfu outfits, complete with professional makeup and hairstyling. Explore Galaxy Macau and other iconic Macau attractions, where tradition meets modernity, as expert photographers capture every beautiful moment for you.

Outside the resort, guests can hop on the open-top sightseeing bus for a short trip and enjoy the glittering festive lights of Cotai. For those who love city walks, 23 locations across Cotai and other areas of Macau offer stunning photo opportunities with the “Light Up Macao: Symphony of Time and Space” installations. Guests can also visit the newly renovated Lai Chi Vun Shipyards, where eye-catching Lunar New Year decorations await. The Spring Market in the Lai Chi Vun Shipyards will open on weekends from January 18 through February 2, as well as on January 31 (the third day of the Lunar New Year). Featuring 18 stalls that offer unique local festive souvenirs, the market is complemented by live music and festive-themed workshops in the afternoon.

Galaxy Entertainment Group Revitalization Project Lai Chi Vun Shipyards Spring Market arrangements.
Galaxy Entertainment Group Revitalization Project Lai Chi Vun Shipyards Spring Market arrangements.

From January 31 (the third day of the Lunar New Year) to February 2, the Lai Chi Vun Shipyards will host even more exciting activities, including the God of Wealth Parade and the handing out of fortune gift bags. Visitors can also enjoy various traditional events unique to Macau, including the Grand Dragon Parade, the Lunar New Year Float Parade, and fireworks displays from January 29 to February 8.

For more information, visit the official website at www.galaxymacau.com, or follow Galaxy Macau on social media (Facebook, Instagram, WeChat, TikTok and Xiaohongshu) for the latest updates. For inquiries and reservations, please call +853 8883 2221.

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About Galaxy Macau Integrated Resort

Galaxy Macau™, The World-class Luxury Integrated Resort delivers the “Most Spectacular Entertainment and Leisure Destination in the World”. Developed at an investment of HK$43 billion, the property covers 1.1 million-square-meter of unique entertainment and leisure attractions that are unlike anything else in Macau. Eight award-winning world-class luxury hotels provide close to 5,000 rooms, suites and villas. They include Banyan Tree Macau, Galaxy Hotel™, Hotel Okura Macau, JW Marriott Hotel Macau, The Ritz-Carlton, Macau, Broadway Hotel, Raffles at Galaxy Macau, Andaz Macau. Unique to Galaxy Macau, the 75,000-square-meter Grand Resort Deck features the world’s longest Skytop Adventure Rapids at 575-meters, the largest Skytop Wave Pool with waves up to 1.5-meters high and 150-meters pristine white sand beach. Two five-star spas from Banyan Tree Spa Macau and The Ritz- Carlton Spa, Macau help guests relax and rejuvenate.

As the dining destination in Asia, Galaxy Macau offers a wide variety of gastronomic delights, exquisite experiences and ingredients of the finest quality with over 120 dining options from Michelin dining to authentic delicacies.

Embark on a delightful and rewarding journey at Galaxy Promenade, the one-stop shopping destination boasting some of the world’s most iconic luxury brands. Be the first to get the latest limited-edition items; explore fascinating pop-ups by coveted labels and revel in fabulous shopping rewards and privileges. Our VIPs are entitled to a highly-curated experience with dedicated personal shoppers at guests’ service, and be invited to exclusive luxury brand events. A different caliber of privileges and rewards also await. Discover the joys of fashion and stand at the forefront of style and sophistication—Galaxy Promenade has everything guests need to stay ahead of the style game.

Galaxy Cinemas takes immersive movie experiences to the next level with the latest audio-visual technology, ultra-luxurious facilities and bespoke services; CHINA ROUGE, one-of-a-kind deluxe lounge that evokes the glitz and glamor of Shanghai’s golden era with entertainment in luxury and style; and Foot Hub presents the traditional art of reflexology to make you feel more relaxed and revitalized. For Authentic Macau Flavors & Vibrant Asian Experiences, Broadway Macau – just a 90-second walk via a bridge from Galaxy Macau, has over 35 Authentic Macau & Asian Flavors at its Broadway Food Street. The 2,500-seat Broadway Theatre plays host to world-class entertainers and a diverse array of cultural events.

Meeting, incentive and banquet groups are also well looked after with a portfolio of unique venues in Galaxy Macau and a professional service staff. Galaxy International Convention Center (GICC) is the latest addition to the Group’s ever-expanding integrated resort precinct and will usher in a new era for the MICE industry in Macau. GICC is a world- class event venue featuring 40,000-square-meter of total flexible MICE, and a 16,000-seat Galaxy Arena – the largest indoor arena in Macau.

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