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MetaComp Partners with USDT0 to Advance Cross-Chain Stablecoin Infrastructure for Real-World Cross Border Payments and Asset Management

The partnership aims to deliver scalable, interoperable stablecoin infrastructure for real-world payments and digital assets.

SINGAPORE, Aug. 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — MetaComp, a regulated cross-border FX and digital asset infrastructure provider licensed by the Monetary Authority of Singapore, announces a strategic partnership with USDT0, the unified liquidity network for the world’s most widely used stablecoin Tether (USDT), and XAUt0, the omnichain evolution of Tether Gold, built to bring the largest gold-backed digital token to the world’s leading blockchains, creating programmable, cross-chain stablecoin infrastructure for global payment corridors and institutional finance.

MetaComp Partners with USDT0 to Advance Cross-Chain Stablecoin Infrastructure for Real-World Cross Border Payments and Asset Management
MetaComp Partners with USDT0 to Advance Cross-Chain Stablecoin Infrastructure for Real-World Cross Border Payments and Asset Management

Through this collaboration, MetaComp and its parent company will integrate USDT0, and XAUt0, a gold-backed stablecoin representing ownership of physical gold, into its regulated financial infrastructure. This integration supports real-time, cross-chain, and cross-border settlements, unlocking new efficiencies across payment corridors in Asia-Pacific, the Middle East, Africa, Central and Eastern Europe, and South America.

Built on LayerZero, USDT0 will serve as a core settlement asset for cross-border payments. Its integration into MetaComp’s platforms is designed to enhance blockchain interoperability, lower settlement costs, and deliver faster, more seamless transactions for businesses operating in multi-jurisdictional markets. XAUt0 brings the scarcity and inflation-hedging strength of physical gold into a modern, multi-chain environment, and is engineered to serve as a programmable, anti-inflation asset. The partnership will enable users to convert between USDT0 and XAUt0 in real time across supported chains, empowering payment providers and asset managers to preserve value while maintaining transactional flexibility.

To ensure regulatory-grade compliance, MetaComp and USDT0 will work together to establish a robust on-chain AML/CFT framework. This will include the integration of wallet screening tools, cross-chain tracing capabilities, and real-time monitoring services powered by third-party databases and MetaComp’s proprietary Know-Your-Transaction (KYT) infrastructure.

As part of the rollout, USDT0 and XAUt0 will be listed on MetaComp’s Client Asset Management Platform (CAMP), providing institutional and enterprise users with seamless access and trading capabilities. In addition, both stablecoins will be incorporated into StableX, MetaComp’s programmable FX infrastructure, to support high-frequency transactions across multiple currencies and chains.

“Our partnership with USDT0 reinforces MetaComp’s mission to deliver compliant, programmable financial infrastructure that leverages on blockchain to deliver instant cross-border settlements for real-world payments”, said Eddie Hui, Co-President and Chief Operating Officer of MetaComp. “By supporting USDT0 and XAUt0, we are enabling faster, more resilient, and globally interoperable payment flows that meet the needs of real-world users.”

“At USDT0, we are committed to building stablecoin solutions that go beyond digital speculation. Solutions that serve real economic needs,” said Lorenzo R, Co-founder of USDT0 and Everdawn Labs “Partnering with MetaComp allows us to bring USDT0 and XAUt0 into a regulated, interoperable environment where they can support real-time, inflation-resilient finance across borders and blockchains. MetaComp’s programmable FX and compliance-by-design architecture make them the ideal partner to support cross-chain stablecoin adoption at scale. This is a meaningful step toward a more inclusive and efficient global payment system.”

This collaboration marks a significant step toward a new era of stablecoin-powered financial infrastructure – one that combines real-time settlement, on-chain compliance, and cross-chain asset management within a unified, regulated ecosystem.

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About USDT0
USDT0, the unified liquidity network for USDT, simplifies cross-chain movement without fragmented pools or complex bridges. As the unified gateway for USDT interoperability and expansion, USDT0 simplifies cross-chain liquidity, enhances accessibility, and unlocks new use cases for Tether holders, businesses, and DeFi platforms. With a focus on efficiency and scalability, USDT0 is redefining how USDT operates across networks. For more information, visit USDT0.to or follow us on Twitter @USDT0.

About Everdawn Labs
Everdawn Labs is a premier software development consultancy, specializing in crafting bespoke software solutions that drive innovation, efficiency, and growth in the digital asset ecosystem. Everdawn Labs manages and operates USDT0, the unified liquidity network for USDT, XAUt0, the omnichain deployment of Tether Gold (XAUt), and Alloy by Tether, a USD-denominated Tethered Asset backed by gold. For more information, visit everdawn.to/.

About MetaComp
MetaComp is a leading licensed cross-border FX and digital assets infrastructure provider headquartered in Singapore and licensed by the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) under the Payment Services Act 2019. Operating on a P2B2C (platform-to-business/partners-to-clients) model, MetaComp empowers institutions, payment service providers, fintechs, and global enterprises to navigate the evolving cross-border payments and the digital asset economy with confidence.

With a strong emphasis on compliance, security, and institutional-grade infrastructure, MetaComp delivers an end-to-end suite of digital finance solutions — including OTC and exchange trading, fiat payment rails, regulated digital asset custody, and prime brokerage services. MetaComp is a subsidiary of Alpha Ladder Finance Pte. Ltd., a MAS-licensed Capital Markets Services (CMS) licensee and Recognised Market Operator (RMO).

Through its proprietary Client Asset Management Platform (CAMP), MetaComp provides a secure, integrated environment that bridges traditional finance with digital assets.

MetaComp’s latest innovation, StableX, is a next-generation cross-border FX and liquidity routing infrastructure designed to simplify and accelerate global fund flows. Powered by stablecoins and USD, StableX intelligently optimises multi-currency conversions and settlements, enabling faster, more cost-effective, and highly competitive cross-border transactions. As the FX layer within CAMP, StableX combines the programmability of digital assets with the reliability of regulated infrastructure, delivering a scalable, compliant and seamless ecosystem for the future of global finance.

To learn more about MetaComp and its regulated infrastructure and solutions, visit www.mce.sg or follow us on Twitter @MetaCompHQ

 

HashMicro Business Software Is Set to Redefine Global Operations for The Modern Enterprise

SINGAPORE, Aug. 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — In today’s hyper-competitive and fast-evolving business environment, agility, accuracy, and real-time insights are no longer optional; they’re mission-critical. Enterprises are under constant pressure to adapt, scale, and innovate, while managing thousands of transactions, multiple departments, and global subsidiaries. At the center of this transformation is HashMicro, an enterprise-grade cloud Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) solution that has rapidly become a driving force behind digital evolution in Southeast Asia and beyond.

Founded in Singapore, HashMicro set out with a clear vision to simplify complex business operations through automation, making enterprise processes more efficient, streamlined, and scalable from the ground up. The company fulfills that vision by delivering an Artificial Intelligence (AI) driven ERP platform tailored for the scale and complexity of medium to large enterprises. While its core strength lies in serving the needs of large enterprises, HashMicro also provides adaptable solutions for growing businesses that aim to scale with confidence.

Industry-Specific Solutions Built to Scale

HashMicro delivers an ecosystem of 50+ cloud-based, seamlessly integrated modules, each purpose-built to meet the operational needs of various industries. From core sectors like distribution, manufacturing, and retail to complex environments such as food and beverage (F&B), mining, agriculture, logistics, and professional services, the platform offers deep vertical solutions tailored to industry-specific realities. Unlike generic software, HashMicro’s modules are tailored to the localized workflows and regulatory requirements of each country and industry vertical, enabling faster implementation with minimal configuration.

With built-in analytics and intelligent automation woven throughout the platform, enterprises benefit from a system that not only streamlines operations but also enhances them. By aligning with the best industry practices, HashMicro eliminates the need for complex customization, enabling companies to achieve operational efficiency, compliance, and scalability from day one.

Artificial Intelligence That Powers Smart Enterprises

HashMicro’s ERP platform is built on an advanced artificial intelligence (AI) foundation designed to keep modern enterprises efficient, agile, and future-ready. Across its ecosystem, AI drives predictive analytics, demand forecasting, sales projections, and inventory optimization, delivering real-time insights and proactive suggestions based on live and historical data. With every module deeply integrated, the system enables businesses to anticipate challenges, seize opportunities quickly, and operate with greater precision at scale.

At the core of this capability is Hashy AI, an embedded smart AI assistant that serves as both an automation engine and a smart advisor. Accessible directly through popular messaging apps, Hashy AI brings intelligent support into daily workflows, making critical data and decision tools available on the go.

Hashy AI simplifies daily operations by automating routine tasks, managing approvals, coordinating vendor and client communications, and ensuring process flows stay on track. It minimizes delays across departments, sending intuitive reminders and contextual notifications that adapt to each role. Just as importantly, it generates real-time reports and insightful analysis that help teams respond more quickly and make data-driven decisions with confidence.

By embedding automation and intelligence into every layer of the platform, HashMicro ensures that enterprises not only keep up with change but also stay ahead of it.

Why Enterprises Choose HashMicro

In today’s fast-paced global economy, enterprises demand more than just software; they need a system that scales with their ambitions, adapts to complexity, and delivers real-time clarity across every function. HashMicro answers this call with an intelligent, cloud-based ERP that supports high transaction volumes, multiple geographies, and complete global financial consolidation. From manufacturing and construction to retail, logistics, and professional services, enterprises across industries trust HashMicro to streamline their most critical operations.

Every business has unique processes, and HashMicro is built to support best practices. Its solutions are configurable enough to align with each company’s operating model while preserving the efficiency of a standardized, enterprise-ready system. This approach ensures seamless implementation, greater visibility, and faster results, without the pitfalls of over-customization.

Beyond operational excellence, HashMicro ensures compliance across markets. The platform is engineered to comply with the local tax laws, labor regulations, and industry-specific standards, making it a trusted partner for enterprises navigating cross-border operations. Whether scaling across regions or industries, HashMicro delivers the infrastructure, intelligence, and adaptability that modern enterprises need to lead with confidence.

The future Is Intelligent Enterprise Resource Planning

As the demand for agile, intelligent, and scalable ERP systems continues to grow, HashMicro is already ahead of the curve. With a strong presence across Southeast Asia and a growing client base that includes some of the region’s leading enterprises, the company is cementing its position as a trusted partner for digital transformation.

In an era where staying competitive means being connected, automated, and insight-driven, HashMicro ERP is set to become the backbone of the modern enterprise.

Winners Revealed: Trip.com Group’s Tourism Innovation Awards Celebrate Immersive, Sustainable & Culture-Rich Travel

From panda celebrities to virtual pop concerts, the awarded experiences span from across the globe including Asia, Middle East and Europe

SINGAPORE, Aug. 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Trip.com Group today announced the final winners of its Tourism Innovation Awards, recognising trailblazing projects that are driving tourism growth globally. From sustainability-driven design to immersive technology and cultural heritage, the winning projects give a glimpse of the future of travel – reflecting a growing demand for unique experiences that stretch beyond the usual travel checklist. 


Immersive Technology Captivates Global Audiences

Witness a visual and musical spectacle at the ABBA Voyage concert in London.
Witness a visual and musical spectacle at the ABBA Voyage concert in London.

Across the globe, attractions are leveraging technology to push the boundaries of traditional art and entertainment, delivering powerful multi-sensory experiences. Winning the Tourism Innovation Award for their technological innovation are the: Afterlife show at the Sphere in Las Vegas, the ABBA Voyage concert in London and teamLab Borderless: MORI Building DIGITAL ART MUSEUM in Tokyo.

Experience an art world without boundaries at teamLab Borderless: MORI Building DIGITAL ART MUSEUM, Tokyo © teamLab.
Experience an art world without boundaries at teamLab Borderless: MORI Building DIGITAL ART MUSEUM, Tokyo © teamLab.

Popular for its immersive, interactive art installations utilising technology, teamLab Borderless: MORI Building DIGITAL ART MUSEUM has become a must-visit destination for art enthusiasts and tech lovers. It is ranked as one of the top night attractions in Tokyo on Trip.Best, a data-backed and expert-curated list of travel rankings around the world. The success of these technology-led attractions highlights the growing appeal of immersive experiences as travellers look for destinations that not only provide entertainment, but also a greater sense of exploration and creativity.

Social Media Trends Fuel Tourism

Jump into the world of Harry Potter at London's King's Cross Station, and check out Seoul's must-visit Starfield Library.
Jump into the world of Harry Potter at London’s King’s Cross Station, and check out Seoul’s must-visit Starfield Library.

Social media trends are taking the world by storm and spurring people to chase the moments they’ve seen online via travel. From the stunning “forest of book walls” design of Seoul’s Starfield Library, to the adorable Giant pandas in Chengdu and the iconic Platform 9¾ at King’s Cross Station in London – these viral trends and locations have won the Tourism Innovation Award for drawing tourists worldwide through their massive following on social media, pushing cultural tourism to a new front. For example, fans all over the world have flocked to Chengdu to catch a glimpse of the famous Giant pandas, while also driving consumption for panda-related merchandise.

This trend highlights the influence of social media in shaping travel decisions, as tourists seek destinations that offer both memorable experiences and shareable moments, illustrating how digital buzz can fuel real-world popularity and economic impact.

Demand for Innovative Sustainable Travel

Saudi Arabia's Shebara Resort blends sustainable luxury with premium aesthetics.
Saudi Arabia’s Shebara Resort blends sustainable luxury with premium aesthetics.

Responsible travel continues to stay top-of-mind and an important factor in destination choices. Trip.com Group’s latest consumer report shows that global travellers are placing most emphasis on the environmental and cultural aspects of their travel experiences[1], among other concerns such as economic impact and wildlife protection.

In Saudi Arabia, two projects – Shebara Resort and DesertxAIUla – have been recognised with the Tourism Innovation Award for their focus on sustainability innovation, offering unique travel experiences with minimal environmental impact. Shebara Resort’s suspended spherical villas hover above coral reefs to reduce ecological disruption, achieving both luxury aesthetics and a reduced impact on the natural landscape.

DesertxAlUla integrates art with nature in the historic desert region of Saudi Arabia.
DesertxAlUla integrates art with nature in the historic desert region of Saudi Arabia.

Meanwhile, Desert×AlUla, an open-air art exhibition in Saudi Arabia’s ancient desert region, invites artists to create works that engage with AIUla’s natural landscapes, promoting dialogue on conservation and attracting interest from audiences worldwide. These attractions support the demand for travel experiences with lesser environmental impact and provide a success model for sustainable tourism growth.

Search for Deeper Cultural Exchanges

A popular tourist destination, Dollywood Park showcases the best of Tennessee.
A popular tourist destination, Dollywood Park showcases the best of Tennessee.

Old is gold – modern travellers are searching for deeper and more authentic experiences of culture and history, fuelling a demand for cultural heritage tourism. A winner of the Tourism Innovation Awards, Dollywood Park in USA allows visitors to explore the charm of Tennessee through traditional performances and local cuisine while enjoying thrilling rides. Its unique blend of entertainment and culture has attracted many visitors, and the park is ranked as one of the top best things to do in Tennessee on Trip.Best.

List of Global Winners

In no particular order, the global winners of Trip.com Group’s Tourism Innovation Awards are:

  1. Afterlife Show at the Sphere, Las Vegas, United States
  2. Starfield Library, Seoul, South Korea
  3. Dollywood, Pigeon Forge, United States
  4. Shebara Resort, Umluj, Saudi Arabia
  5. teamLab Borderless: MORI Building DIGITAL ART MUSEUM, Tokyo, Japan
  6. King’s Cross Station, London, United Kingdom
  7. Desert x AIUIa, al-Ula, Saudi Arabia
  8. Grand Egyptian Museum, Giza, Egypt
  9. Panda Family Wins Hearts Worldwide, Chengdu, China
  10. ABBA Voyage, London, United Kingdom

Each winning project will receive a USD $60,000 prize for their contributions to the travel and tourism industry.

About Trip.com Group’s Tourism Innovation Awards 

Announced by Trip.com Group at its Envision 2025 Global Partner Conference, the Tourism Innovation Awards is part of the Group’s larger initiative to drive industry progress through recognising and supporting outstanding ideas that have redefined the way people travel. With a total prize pool of USD $1.4 million, the awards aim to honour breakthroughs in tourism around the world that have displayed exceptional innovation, sustainability and scalability. More details on the global finalists can be found here.

About Trip.com Group

Trip.com Group is a leading global travel service provider comprising of Trip.com, Ctrip, Skyscanner, and Qunar. Across its platforms, Trip.com Group helps travellers around the world make informed and cost-effective bookings for travel products and services and enables partners to connect their offerings with users through the aggregation of comprehensive travel-related content and resources, and an advanced transaction platform consisting of apps, websites and 24/7 customer service centres. Founded in 1999 and listed on NASDAQ in 2003 and HKEX in 2021, Trip.com Group has become one of the best-known travel groups in the world, with the mission “to pursue the perfect trip for a better world”. Find out more about Trip.com Group here: group.trip.com.

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[1] Based on Trip.com Group’s 2024 Sustainable Travel Consumer Report polling 9,867 survey samples from 109 countries and territories across four regions. 

QNAP Officially Launches Dual-NAS High Availability Solution for Continuous Business Operations

TAIPEI, Aug. 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — QNAP® Systems, Inc., a leading computing, networking, and storage solutions innovator, today officially released its High Availability (HA) solution, empowering businesses to maintain uninterrupted access to mission-critical data and services through reliable dual-NAS failover architecture. Building on successful beta testing and positive market reception, the finalized HA solution offers enterprise-level uptime with cost-effective deployment for organizations of all sizes.

From SMBs to media studios — QNAP High Availability is now accessible to all!
From SMBs to media studios — QNAP High Availability is now accessible to all!

“With growing IT complexity, uninterrupted access to critical services is essential,” said Andy Yu, Product Manager at QNAP, adding “QNAP’s High Availability solution combines automatic failover, real-time sync, and intuitive management to ensure continuous operations across industries.”

Key highlights of QNAP Dual-NAS HA solution

  • Cost-efficient: QNAP HA offers ZFS-based storage with a low total cost of ownership (TCO), making it accessible even to budget-conscious organizations.
  • Automatic failover: In the event of a failure in the active server, the passive server takes over seamlessly in less than 90 seconds, avoiding costly downtime.
  • Real-time data synchronization: Powered by SnapSync technology, QNAP HA ensures consistent, real-time replication of data between NAS units (minimal RPO), minimizing the risk of data loss.
  • Simplified cluster management: The High Availability Manager application allows IT teams to easily manage clusters, monitor system health, and administrate both NAS units through a centralized, user-friendly interface.
  • Versatile use cases: From virtualization storage, AI server expansion storage, to media production storage, the QNAP HA solution fits seamlessly into diverse IT infrastructures.

The Active-Passive HA solution enhances QNAP’s high availability portfolio, enabling organizations of all sizes to achieve uninterrupted operations with greater flexibility and cost-efficiency. Complemented by the ES series enterprise NAS with Active-Active dual-controller architecture and L3 Lite managed switches supporting MC-LAG network redundancy, QNAP delivers a multi-layered HA infrastructure spanning storage and networking — empowering businesses to enhance IT resilience and maintain a competitive edge.

QNAP’s Dual-NAS High Availability solution is now available and supported by a wide range of QuTS hero NAS. To learn more about QNAP’s comprehensive high availability solutions, please visit https://www.qnap.com/go/solution/high-availability.

For more information and specifications, please visit www.qnap.com.

2025 SEPHORiA: The iconic beauty celebration, now on tour with its first stop in Shanghai

  • The global prestige beauty retailer is back in 2025 with a global tour of its iconic celebration and biggest beauty experience.
  • The first and only stop in Asia, Sephora’s highly anticipated beauty festival, SEPHORiA will begin its tour in China’s cosmopolitan city, Shanghai, coupled with the creation of the country’s very own “Sephora Squad”.

SHANGHAI, Aug. 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Sephora announces the return of its largest and most highly-anticipated beauty event. Starting with Shanghai in September, SEPHORiA is coming back with its unique experience, marked by creativity, celebration, and exploration. Each stop of this global journey will bring its own local flavors, allowing attendees to discover the best of beauty and the very latest trends from Sephora’s uniquely curated assortment.

SEPHORiA 2025 unveils a new level of immersive beauty dimensions and experiences. Dream, crave, create, indulge and connect – discover the latest trends, find inspiration, create memories and express yourself through multi-sensorial brand activations, beauty experts’ masterclasses, and all things beauty: makeup, skincare, fragrance, hair care and Sephora Collection.

We’re elevating SEPHORiA to new heights with this global tour, redefining beauty by offering an even more immersive and buzzworthy experience,” said Deborah Yeh, Global Chief Marketing Officer at Sephora. “We can’t wait to surprise and delight our global community of 74 million beauty enthusiasts with our signature playful and social approach.”

SEPHORiA 2025 Kicks Off in Shanghai

Mark your calendars! SEPHORiA, the iconic beauty event Shanghai eagerly anticipates every autumn, returns September 12-14, 2025. This year, Shanghai takes the global stage as the premiere venue and sole Asian stop.

As Xia Ding, Managing Director of Sephora Greater China explains, “SEPHORiA has always been a celebration for global beauty enthusiasts, brand partners, influencers and consumers. This year, we’re transforming it into a vibrant ‘Makeup Land’, where diverse brands, cross-border styles and cultural fashion inspirations collide with endless creativity, embodying the spirit of innovation, authenticity and unity in beauty.

 “We will spare no effort to create an unprecedented multi-dimensional immersive experience, welcoming thousands to explore the fun of makeup. Sephora not only brings the latest global beauty experiences to China but equally provides a playground for the next generation to unleash their unique styles at a time when the market craves novelty and freshness. For this reason, SEPHORiA 2025 has many ingenious surprises and interactive activities in store, and we look forward to creating new and wonderful memories with everyone together,she adds.

With nearly 50 brand activations, SEPHORiA Shanghai invites attendees to dream and discover the buzziest products and trends, plus a collective debut of exclusive brands, including many exciting C-beauty innovations. This year’s robust brand line-up includes:

ATKINSONS

Aveda

BOBBI BROWN

BON PARFUMEUR

BURBERRY

CAUDALÍE

CHA LING

CHLOE

CLARINS

CLINIQUE

color studio by marie dalgar

Documents

DRUNK ELEPHANT

ELEMIS

ESTÉE LAUDER

Face Symbol

FENTY BEAUTY BY RIHANNA

ghd

GIVENCHY

GUCCI

GUERLAIN

HOURGLASS

HERBEAST

KOMFYMED

KÉRASTASE

LANCÔME

LittleONDINE

MAC

MAOGEPING LIGHT

MAKE UP FOR EVER

Marc Jacobs

MAISON de SIT.E

MONCLER

Murad

NATASHA DENONA

RENE FURTERER

SEPHORA COLLECTION

SHISEIDO

SK-II

TATCHA

TAKAMI

UNISKIN

The Ordinary

TIFFANY & Co

Van Cleef & Arpels

Early bird tickets will go on sale in mid-August. Stay tuned!

Sephora Squad” China Launch

Following the success of Sephora North America’s Squad, Sephora China is launching its own content creator program. Selected beauty enthusiasts will collaborate with Sephora on multiple activations and campaigns.

Invitations are already out! Follow Sephora’s official RED account for details on how to become part of SEPHORiA Shanghai, unlock exclusive benefits, and co-create beauty trends with Sephora.

About Sephora

Sephora is the world’s leading global prestige beauty retail brand. With 56,000 passionate employees operating in 35 markets, Sephora connects customers and beauty brands within the world’s most trusted and dynamic beauty community. We serve a highly engaged community of hundreds of millions of beauty followers across our global omnichannel network of more than 3,200 stores and iconic flagships, and our e-commerce and digital platforms, offering personalized and immersive seamless experiences across every touchpoint. With our curation of more than 500 brands and our own label, Sephora Collection, we offer the most unique and diverse range of prestige beauty products, tailored to our customers’ needs from fragrance to make-up, haircare, skincare and beyond, as we constantly reimagine the world of prestige beauty.

Since our inception in 1969 in Limoges, France, and as part of the LVMH Group since 1997, we have been disrupting the prestige beauty retail industry. Today, we continue to break with convention to drive our mission: champion a world of inspiration and inclusion where everyone can celebrate their beauty.

Sephora now operates in 104 cities in Greater China, offering a full range of prestige beauty services across a network of 333 stores and online channels, including Sephora APP, Mini Program, Douyin Shop, TMall, JD, Meituan and JD to Home.

From One Cream to a National Record: Malaysia’s Leading Herbal Repair Cream Brand Sets Malaysia Book of Records

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, Aug. 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — In July 2025, Jolicare, Malaysia’s #1 selling repair cream for dry, itchy, and sensitive skin, was officially listed in the Malaysia Book of Records for achieving “Most skin repair creams sold in a year”.

Malaysia Book of Records: "Most Skin Repair Cream Sold In A Year"
Malaysia Book of Records: “Most Skin Repair Cream Sold In A Year”

Founded in April 2021, Jolicare was born out of a simple but powerful belief: that people struggling with dry, itchy, and sensitive skin deserve more than just temporary relief. Over the years, its flagship product, Jolicare Cream, has become known for providing Lasting Repair — a steroid-free, herbal formulation trusted by families across Malaysia and Singapore with 100,000+ creams sold.

“This milestone wouldn’t have been possible without our users,” said Caleb Wong, CEO of Jolicare.

“Every product they bought, every review they shared, every story they told —  it all made this possible.”

The official recognition from the Malaysia Book of Records came in July 2025, with verification that Jolicare had sold the most skin repair cream by a single brand within one year — a first in its category. The achievement reflects the growing demand for gentle, herbal, and effective skincare solutions — especially for individuals managing eczema, psoriasis, or dry, itchy, and sensitive skin.

The recognition marks a national milestone not just for the brand — but for the growing movement of customers choosing lasting repair over temporary relief.

Jolicare Cream is designed to provide herbal, lasting repair with every use:

  • 100,000+ creams sold
  • Formulated with 10+ Premium Herbs
  • 0 Steroids. 0 Parabens. 0 Fragrances
  • GMP-certified
  • Lab-tested and certified by SGS and MyCO2
  • 20,000+ five-star reviews

What’s next for Jolicare?

While some details are still under wraps, the team shared that new pharmacy partnerships are in the works — with plans to make Jolicare even more accessible across Malaysia and Singapore in the coming months.

This recognition by the Malaysia Book of Records is a proud moment, but for the brand, it’s just the beginning.

“This record means a lot to us — but what means even more is the trust behind it.”

“And more importantly.. we’re just getting started.” Caleb added with a little wink.

To learn more about Jolicare, visit the official website: https://jolicare.com

About Jolicare

Jolicare is the #1 selling repair cream for dry, itchy, and sensitive skin in Malaysia and Singapore. With over 100,000+ creams sold and thousands of loyal customers, Jolicare continues to expand its presence both online and offline across Malaysia, Singapore, and beyond.

Follow Jolicare on Social Media:
Facebook: /jolicare.os
Instagram: @jolicare.os
TikTok: @jolicare.my / @jolicare.sg

ICH Group Anchors Key SGX Group IPOs; Bullish on Singapore’s Small-Mid-Cap Market

  • Capital Deployed to Date: Over US$1 Billion
  • Companies Supported: Advised and invested in 200+ SGX-listed companies

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 6 August 2025 – ICH Group is the key anchor investor in the recent Initial Public Offerings (IPOs) of Lum Chang Creations, Info-Tech and Goodwill Entertainment on multi-asset platform Singapore Exchange (SGX Group), a decisive move that signals renewed investor confidence following a notable drought in local listings from 2023-2024. This direct investment is part of the broader strategy to inject vital capital into Singapore’s high-growth small- and mid-cap companies.

Since its inception in 2000, backed by initial investments from EDB Singapore, among others, ICH has been a committed investor of local small-to-mid cap companies. Over the past 25 years, it has advised and invested in more than 200 SGX-listed companies.

Today, the ICH Group’s integrated platform – comprising ICH Asset Management, ADDX, and ICAPITAL – spans asset management, private market access, and capital advisory, serving as a one-stop solution for businesses at every stage of their capital needs journey.

With a focus on high-growth sectors such as technology, healthcare, sustainability, and consumer services, ICH and its partners have deployed over US$1 billion into Singapore and other international markets.

This has been invaluable in helping bridge local capital gaps while also attracting global investors that are committed to the long-term vision of a thriving Singapore equity market.

ICH’s distinct advantage lies in its ability to mobilise and match capital from a broad spectrum of investors, including institutional and aggregated private wealth, to early- and growth-stage enterprises that often find themselves underserved by larger financial institutions.

Track Record of Supporting Singapore’s Small- and Mid-Cap Space

ICH Group’s model is unique in its ability to combine advisory, capital raising and long-term partnership across the growth journey of a company.

This includes structuring early-stage rounds, preparing companies for IPO, and supporting post-listing strategies to sustain investor confidence and drive long-term value.

Yangzijiang Shipbuilding, now one of the most recognisable names on SGX, was one of ICH’s earliest success stories as the Group provided equity and strategic advice while also helping the firm navigate the niche financing channels of the shipbuilding industry.

ICH Group played a pivotal role in othe strategic spinoff of Yangzijiang Financial, a move that has unleashed significant shareholder value and positioned both entities for accelerated growth in their respective markets.

The company not only brought significant companies of size to SGX, but also attracted institutional and retail investor attention to the broader industrial and manufacturing sectors in Asia.

“In an increasingly multipolar financial landscape, Singapore stands out as a trusted hub for global capital flows, especially in the ASEAN region,” Vincent Toe, Cofounder of ICH Group and MD of ICHAM, explained.

“Our partnerships with foreign companies, coupled with our local market expertise, allow us to be an effective bridge for this inbound capital. It’s a win-win for both sides.”

Gateway for Chinese Capital and Issuers

In parallel with supporting homegrown enterprises, ICH Group has also built out its cross-border capital capabilities.

One of its strategic pillars is acting as a gateway for Chinese institutional capital into Southeast Asia, particularly through the Qualified Domestic Limited Partner (QDLP) programme.

As one of the early adopters of QDLP, ICH has cultivated long-term partnerships with Chinese asset owners, fund managers and wealth platforms. This has enabled the Group to channel “sticky” capital into Singapore’s equity markets; capital that is long-term in nature and strategic.

This unique access to a differentiated investor base is becoming increasingly valuable, especially as global capital flows continue to diversify away from traditional Western centres toward Asia.

Singapore, as a politically stable, transparent and internationally recognised financial hub, is uniquely placed to benefit.

“While global markets face uncertainty, our QDLP partners see a generational growth opportunity in ASEAN’s digital and sustainable economies,”; said Vincent Toe, Co-founder of ICH Group. “They are not just deploying short-term capital; they are making strategic, long-term commitments to participate in the region’s future, and Singapore is their trusted gateway. Our unique role is to bridge their vision with high-potential local companies ready for growth.”

“Our role is to help them find the right partners, ensure regulatory alignment, and create long-term, win-win outcomes for everyone involved,” said Toe.

Beyond mobilising capital, ICH is also focused on introducing high-quality foreign companies to Singapore’s public markets.

With growing geopolitical and regulatory headwinds in other listing destinations, SGX has become an increasingly attractive platform for deep tech companies from China looking to list abroad.

The Group sees strong potential in sectors such as new energy, biotechnology, smart manufacturing, and digital services. All these are industries that are not only expanding rapidly in China but also have meaningful relevance to ASEAN’s development priorities.

“Listing in Singapore offers international issuers access to global investors, a reputable legal framework, and strong secondary market support,” said Toe.

“Our objective is to work with these companies early, prepare them for international listing requirements, and ensure their long-term success as public companies.”

Hashtag: #ICHGroup

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About ICH Group

Founded in 2000, ICH Group is a Singapore-headquartered financial services firm with over 120 professionals across its integrated asset management (ICH Asset Management), private market (ADDX), and capital advisory (ICAPITAL) platforms. The Group specializes in supporting small- and mid-cap companies throughout their entire growth journey, from early-stage funding to IPO. It has a proven track record in facilitating cross-border investment, notably as a key partner in the Qualified Domestic Limited Partner (QDLP) program.

A Decade of Wonder: Wonderfruit Announces Programming through a Guide to Wonder

Artist line-ups, dining, artwork and more revealed in the second release


BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 6 August 2025 – Wonderfruit, Thailand’s annual celebration of culture, art, music and nature, returns for a milestone 10th edition from 11–15 December 2025 at The Fields of Siam Country Club. Renowned international artists, diverse regional and Thai acts, chefs’ table experiences, Thai Molam legends, as well as rituals, workshops and talks are brought together at highly conceptualized venues, each built and designed with circularity and sustainability in mind.

Solar Village at Wonderfruit
Solar Village at Wonderfruit

This milestone edition continues Wonderfruit’s decade-long exploration of Mind, Nature and Sound through human expressions, acting as a platform for audiences and artists alike to discover culture and new ways of thinking.

Get a deeper look at the second official release of a Guide to Wonder, with much more to come.

  • Music designed for well-being. Through an initiative called Sonic Minds, Wonderfruit collaborates with MSCTY_Studio for year-round research, culminating in soundscapes that aim to improve how we feel. This initiative unravels through live performances (Shook, Elsa Hewitt, Scanner and more) and via sound installations appearing in unexpected places, like in the forest, restrooms or bridges.
  • Molam World takes Isaan root music to the global stage. Home for Northeastern Thai music, food and art, Molam World extends its curation across local and international artists, from fan favorites Paradise Bangkok Molam International Band to legendary Rungfa Kulachai and international artists like Giles Peterson and Ustad Noor Bakhsh. A new multipurpose space, Molam Theatre, designed by PO-D Architects, joins the iconic Molam Bus.
  • From natural amphitheaters to secret forest dancefloors, 40+ venues come alive: Beloved venues like The Quarry, Forbidden Fruit, Solar Village, Enfold and an expanded Living Village fill The Fields with a range of music, including a hybrid set from FKJ, Kerala Dust, Colleen ‘Cosmo’ Murphy, Hatis Noit & Orly Anan, múm, Shubostar, A Guy Called Gerald, Pearson Sound, Tristan Perich & ensemble 0, Vanishing Twin, Dawn of Midi, DOTT, JPBS x DuckUnit, Red-i, Minyo Crusaders and much more. Appearing for the first time, Baan Bardo, a brand new venue designed by Wit Pimkanchanapong, features a kinetic maze and multi-dimensional curation from ROVR, Dhyana and Erased Tapes. Featuring artists eucamedix, Theo Parrish, Britta Arnold, yubass, Daniel Brandt, and Open Reel Ensemble, with an art performance from Lucky Vakharia, a Nepali Charya Nritya dance workshop with Punyasagara, a guided meditation experience with Black Turtle and more.
  • Thoughtful, interactive art fills The Fields: With over 20 installations, Wonderfruit aims to involve art that encourages human connection. From new Social Interventions by Ab Rogers Design to finding shelter in the dome of ‘Singing In My Mind’ by Satit Raksasri, to artist Pinaree Sanpitak’s crafted steel and stone tables that invite communal gatherings and Microtopia by TeaRoom offering introspection through tea smoking and ceremonies.
  • An expansive world of wellness rooted deeply in global traditions: Wonderness offers 100+ unique workshops, rituals and ceremonies with a variety of ways to feel and live better. Including frequency-based healing with Zen monks in Quantum Deep Healing Sound Bath & Light Breathing Meditation Workshop, exploring ancient wisdom of Tantra with Viv Kan The Art of Intimacy: A Tantric Approach to Connection and practices rooted in the indigenous Amazonian tradition in the Sacred Hapé Ceremony by Maxwell Honey & David Björkström.
  • Chefs’ tables return with matriarch-led kitchens, multi-sensory feasts and Michelin-star dining: Devoted to culinary experiences, Wonder Kitchen returns with 120+ person seating, featuring concepts from one Michelin-star and Green Star chef Deepanker Khosla from Haoma, a Mediterranean-Thai fusion feast and a sensory dining experience by Modern Biology x Electric Sheep that combines sound frequencies with Thai comfort food. Lady GooGoo hosts Ma’s Kitchen for the first time at Open Kitchen, with Burmese home cooking from one of the best views in The Fields. On the ground floor, Pa Chan’s Life’s Market features food, crafts and culinary workshops from the five regions of Thailand, inspired by how agriculture and culture impact recipes.

Reflecting on the 10th anniversary of Wonderfruit, Founder ‘Pete’ Pranitan Phornprapha, shared: “Reaching ten years of Wonderfruit is a moment of real gratitude and celebration for us. It’s thanks to the shared energy, creativity and care of our community—our Wonderers that we’ve come this far.”

He continued, “As we look to the future, we’re entering a new chapter—one that moves beyond the idea of a once-a-year gathering. Wonderfruit is becoming a year-round cultural platform rooted in creativity and collaboration. We’re evolving The Fields into a living, working space for learning, experimentation and circular systems—from growing our own food, rewilding the land and hosting various cultural expressions that connect people to mind, sound and nature.”

Wonderfruit opens its next ticket sale for 48 hours from 2–4 September 2025 at 6pm BKK (GMT+7). Tickets will be first-come, first-served, with limited capacity. There will also be new, more accessible ways to join Wonderfruit 2025, especially for families, Thai youths under 25 and newcomers through various ticket types and accessibility points.

For more information, visit www.wonderfruit.co.
Hashtag: #wonderfruit #wonderfruit2025 #decadeofwonder

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About Wonderfruit

Punctuated by an annual event every December, Wonderfruit is a five-day celebration of art, music, food and ideas in The Fields at Siam Country Club. Produced by Thailand-based Scratch First, Wonderfruit is a continuous, curious exploration of Mind, Sound and Nature through human expression, seeking greater connection to communities, cultures and the world around us. Through immersive experiences, including performances, workshops, installations and dining, Wonderfruit creates spaces for all to gather, interact and share knowledge. Living in The Fields year-round, Wonderfruit unites designers, architects and craftspeople to build and design in harmony with nature, committing to circularity and zero waste.