MO:ME:NT Partners with Crypto Oasis to Bridge the Real and Virtual World and Bring New Capabilities and Opportunities to the Web3 Space

DUBAI, UAE, Jan 10, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – Crypto Oasis Ventures has inked a strategic partnership with MO:ME:NT and added it to its portfolio of disruptive and innovative blockchain organisations. MO:ME:NT bridges the real and virtual world by offering easy access to web3 in an innovative way. As the UAE continues to be the global Crypto capital, MO:ME:NT is all set to bring its remarkable offering to the country.

The unique offering called MO:ME:NTs, instantly turns moments of public interest into Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs) through a fully automated API trigger. These precious moments from as an example sporting events are endorsed by the heroes behind the MO:ME:NTs, creating a one-of-a-kind collectible item. With MO:ME:NTs, users have the opportunity to buy, own, collect, and trade these special NFTs.

This enables a new level of interactivity, ownership, collectability and utility. MO:ME:NTs not only serve as unique collectibles but they can also be easily enriched by the brands or individuals who were involved in creating the moment. By using MO:ME:NTs, these brands can build engaging communities and provide various relevant utilities to their followers, ultimately increasing the value of the MO:ME:NT to its holder. Brands can open up a world of new opportunities for their followers and create meaningful, immersive experiences in the real and virtual world driving engagement and value.

Crypto Oasis Ventures is focused on forging new partnerships and bringing innovative organisations to its ecosystem. An investment in a startup such as MO:ME:NT that has a strong business model and a unique value proposition is just one of the many initiatives in the Crypto Oasis to advance the local blockchain economy.

The new partnership will allow for strategic collaboration that will help boost branding, community growth, and investor relations for MO:ME:NT in the UAE. With the support of the Crypto Oasis' world-class talent and infrastructure, MO:ME:NT will gain access to new markets and customers. This partnership will add further credibility to what MO:ME:NT has been building and ensure it enters the local blockchains space on a strong footing.

In addition to being a strategic partner and investor, Ralf Glabischnig, Founder of the Crypto Oasis, will be joining MO:ME:NT as an advisory board member. This represents a significant step for both companies and Ralf brings with him a wealth of experience and expertise in the blockchain industry.

"We are delighted to have MO:ME:NT onboard to help them embrace opportunities that can transform the local Web3 space," said Ralf. "We have always been early movers and believe Web 3.0 models like NFT, and Metaverse are going to be the key players in the next iteration of online business. MO:ME:NTs will be revolutionary as brands can harness their power to create meaningful connections with their audiences and drive value. As access keys to relevant real-life experiences, they offer an easy connection to the Metaverse using the limitless possibilities of virtual reality while complimenting the offering of our own venture Tokengate. These are exciting times and we are humbled and privileged to be a market driver in the region's accelerating startup ecosystem."

"We are excited to welcome Ralf to our advisory board," said Rudy Banholzer, Co-Founder and COO of MO:ME:NT. "We are looking forward to working with the Crypto Oasis Ventures team as we continue to grow and innovate. This partnership represents a new chapter for both of us, and we are excited to see what the future holds. We are committed to helping brands provide their audiences with better, more relevant, and exciting experiences by seamlessly bridging the real and virtual worlds. By joining the Crypto Oasis Ecosystem, we hope to leapfrog ahead by expanding our prospects, creating value, and connecting with the broader Web3 community."

MO:ME:NT has released NFTs and built Metaverse spaces for various brands such as the Erste Bank Vienna Open (ATP 500), Burger King, GPX Store and 6thStreet. Upcoming projects include NFTs for FC Twente, a Dutch football team playing in the Eredivisie, NFTs and a Metaverse space for TCL for the NFL Playoffs, and a Kia Metaverse Space for the Australian Open. MO:ME:NT gives the opportunity to brands to automatically mint NFTs as and when a relevant event takes place.

MO:ME:NT will leverage this partnership with Crypto Oasis Ventures to drive the strategic direction of the company. With the extensive experience in the space and its curated ecosystem, this collaboration will help MO:ME:NT successfully navigate the complexity of the fast-paced Web3 economy and explore the myriad of opportunities it offers.

About Crypto Oasis

The Crypto Oasis is a Middle East focused Blockchain Ecosystem supported by initiators of Crypto Valley Switzerland. The core elements needed for its growth are Talent, Capital, and Infrastructure. The Ecosystems stakeholders include Investors & Collectors, Start-Ups & Projects, Corporates, Science & Research Institutions, Service Providers and Government Entities & Associations. Crypto Oasis' vision is to be one of the leading Blockchain Ecosystems in the world. Today it is the fastest growing, with more than 1,450 organisations identified in the UAE alone. www.cryptooasis.ae

About MO:ME:NT

The Swiss based company expanding into the Middle East is offering brands and individuals an easy access to the Metaverse. Their innovative technology captures moments of public interest as Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs) called MO:ME:NTs via a fully automated API trigger in the instance when they occur. The heroes behind these MO:ME:NTs enrich them with unique content and utilities, and anyone has the chance to buy, own, collect and trade them on an engaging social platform: www.mo-me-nt.com

For more information contact:
Faisal Zaidi
Crypto Oasis
faisal@cryptooasis.ae
+971552000840

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Continuum and Plato Announce Strategic Partnership for Web3 Powered Data Intelligence & Content Syndication

NEW YORK, Jan 6, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – Continuum, a Web3 community thinktank, today announced a strategic partnership with Plato Data Intelligence a NYC-based Data Platform focused on the curation of data intelligence on today's most innovative technology verticals. Through the partnership, Continuum's partner brands will immediately benefit from the increased global reach Plato delivers. The partnership is focused at extending the both companies active Web3 communities via increased brand awareness, engagement and vertical data intelligence using Plato's content distribution and syndication network.

"Our goal is to help early stage companies in the Web3 space create cost effective way to generate brand awareness, social proof and SEO across a company's marketing and outreach objectives," stated Kristina Bruhahn, Continuum's CEO & Founder. "Plato's content distribution and syndication platform enables us immediate global reach across a deep mix of publications and media outlets while their data platform drives the latest in Web3 connectivity and data intelligence. Everyone in the Web3 space should be using it as it drives knowledge across our everchanging landscape."

"All web3 brands are unique, solving different problems of archaic web2 infrastructure, but they all are faced with the same problems. Regulations, commercial adoption press, marketing, development, capital raising, cybersecurity audits, compliance and licenses that makes the sector very difficult to navigate. We immerse ourselves deep into a brand's objectives which serves as a testament to the way we deliver results," Kristina added.

"We are excited to work with Continuum and see a perfect fit for our platform across Continuum's growing community by delivering unprecedented engagement opportunities for their growing community," said Bryan Feinberg, Plato's Founder and CEO.

Current Continuum Web3 Brand Partners

Telos, Goodblock, Rev3al, Legion, DeVO Protocol, Podetize, The Bates Group, MacNerd, Sizzle, MetaKeep, EuroData, Breathe Convention, NFT Today Magazine, Future Point Partners, Aphid AI, DigiRamp, AndMerch, CoinAgenda, Transform Group, BitAngels, Infiom Salon, Blockchain Center, Plato Blockchain, Silo Cloud, Novum Insights, ProofHouse, NFT Yearbook, Cory Connects, Digital Niche Agency, Animus Regnum, Nifty Chicks, Bad Crypto, The Artest Foundation, On the Blocchain, Metazooie, JS Tax Corp, MetaRacerX, Deed Entertainment, Lionshare Media, BizFamous, Reactify, CoinSquad, Digital One IRA, Cointelligence Fund, BC Employ, Local Buzz.

About Continuum (Continuum.Market)

Continuum Market is a Web3 Focused Advisory and Community driving commercial adoption through effective strategy, communications and networking. The company has an extensive roster of partners its delivers through a community focused approach towards brand support, marketing and collective resources.

About Plato (Platodata.io, Platoblockchain.com, AmplifiPR.com)

Plato is an open intelligence repository and platform that curates the latest in data intelligence across today's most innovative market verticals. The platform is designed to provide and ultra-safe and secure environment to consume sector specific real-time data intelligence while delivering fully secured Web3 connectivity across 27 market verticals and 27 languages. Amplifi, Plato's inhouse syndication network currently syndicates content and press release's electronically to over 1900+ Publisher websites for deep and authentic connectivity.

Media Contacts:
Kristina Bruhahn
CEO & Founder
kristina@continuum.market

Plato Data Intelligence
Bryan Feinberg
CEO / Founder
zephyr@platodata.io

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OKX Announces Comprehensive API Key Security Protection Features, Further Enhances User Protection Against External Threats

Victoria, Seychelles, Jan 4, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – OKX, the world-leading cryptocurrency platform, today announced comprehensive API key security protection features, further enhancing user protection against external threats.

The features are:
– Auto expiry after 14 days of inactive API keys with trade and withdraw permissions that aren't bound to IP addresses;
– A third-party whitelist that enables users to bind their IPs to cooperating third-party platforms and ensures transactions are from the whitelisted platform;
– Fast API (Fast Connect), which provides additional security for the API key binding process by allowing users to quickly authorize brokers to access, generate and bind API keys automatically in one click; and,
– A risk engine that monitors and flags suspicious transactions, allowing OKX to freeze identified accounts to prevent loss

"At OKX, security of customer funds is always our first priority," said OKX Chief Marketing Officer Haider Rafique. "Our API safety measures are among the most comprehensive on the market. Traders can use our platform confidently with the knowledge that API keys are protected with multiple layers of security."

About OKX

OKX is the second biggest global crypto exchange by trading volume and a leading Web3 ecosystem. Trusted by more than 20 million global customers, OKX is known for being the fastest and most reliable crypto trading app for investors and professional traders everywhere.
As a top partner of English Premier League champions Manchester City FC, McLaren Formula 1, golfer Ian Poulter, Olympian Scotty James, and F1 driver Daniel Ricciardo, OKX aims to supercharge the fan experience with new financial and engagement opportunities. OKX is also the top partner of the Tribeca Festival as part of an initiative to bring more creators into Web3.
Beyond OKX's exchange, the OKX Wallet is the platform's latest offering for people looking to explore the world of NFTs and the metaverse while trading GameFi and DeFi tokens.

To learn more about OKX, download our app or visit okx.com

Media contact: Media@okx.com

Source: Plato Data Intelligence: Platodata.ai

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Dr. Marliyyah Mahmood discusses the Impact of Tech on Women in Northern Nigeria

ABUJA, NG, Jan 2, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – Dr. Marliyyah A. Mahmood, Women In Tech and Project Manager for Startup AREWA, discusses how technology is enabling and enhancing women's empowerment in Northern Nigeria. She emphasizes some of the fundamental advantages of social media technologies, such as giving women access to a virtual environment where they may express themselves.

Dr. Marliyyah A. Mahmood, Women In Tech, Project Manager for Startup AREWA, spoke on how technology is enabling and enhancing women's empowerment in Northern Nigeria. [Image: Startup AREWA]

"It is impossible to overstate the importance of women in the growth of any nation, state, or community. This is to reiterate the critical role that women's education plays in long-term national development, which begins at home. Women are frequently observed to be the children's first teachers at home. A mother's influence on upbringing in any developing country, and the empowerment of women, has a significant impact on key developmental outcomes like health, education, reproductive patterns, income level, and other factors," said Dr Mahmood.

While a report from PWC in April 2020 states that 41% of micro-businesses in Nigeria are owned by women, a report in EFInA stated that 55% of the financially excluded adults in Nigeria are women, and of the 25.1 million financially excluded in the north, 13.1 million are women. Business transactions are largely cash within informal channels, as business funds are kept at home because financial institutions are concentrated in the state capital, while poor record-keeping from transacting through informal channels in turn hampers eligibility for credit.

The previous census, which was performed in 2006, indicated that women made up around 49.7% of the population of Nigeria. Despite this, Nigerian women (particularly those in the northern region) have not been able to change the long-standing status that society accords to women. There are a number of reasons why women in Northern Nigerian society are treated unequally, the majority of which can be linked to the patriarchal system in place and the general lack of gender awareness among the rural population, including women who have been socialized to accept their subordinate position.

However, with better access to information online, women have developed a greater sense of awareness. Online educational content, blogs videos and social media tools have given women access to a virtual world that provides them with opportunities for self-expression. Digital platforms are aiming to be more inclusive than ever before in light of the changing political conscience. It is now essential, not simply an option, to guarantee women's safety, inclusivity, and a voice at all intersections.

Through online workspaces, more women have recently been able to achieve financial independence. There are now more jobs available for women thanks to specific job postings on numerous online portals. Housewives or moms who have taken extended absences from the workforce now have access to special possibilities to re-enter the workforce. Many websites provide part-time and full-time occupations that people can undertake from home.

In Northern Nigeria, Startup AREWA and Financial Service Innovation (FSI) organized a virtual hackathon on financial inclusion amongst female entrepreneurs within the northern region by proffering simple and easy-to-use fintech solutions to increase more of their participation in setting up businesses. The innovative solutions developed from this hackathon were able to tackle the challenges faced by unbanked and underbanked female entrepreneurs in Northern Nigeria.

Dr. Marliyyah reveals how women now have access to a wide range of created opportunities online as a result of technology advancements. "Technology has helped women affirm their freedom of expression and right to the workforce, which they frequently find difficult to accomplish. This is a really great achievement that shows how it can be utilized to empower those with disadvantaged identities.

"However, it must not be overlooked that having internet access is necessary in order to take use of these virtual prospects. How many women and members of underrepresented groups actually have access to such technology is still an open subject. To ensure that intersectional gaps are filled and that technology and the internet are more widely available, intervention is necessary in this context."

About Startup AREWA

Startup AREWA was established to organize, empower and promote the Northern Nigeria technology and Startup Ecosystem, with the overarching goal of using technology and startups as a strategy to combat unemployment and poverty across the Northern Nigeria.

From the first Bootcamp at Bello Memorial Foundation Hall in Kaduna to a series of over 20 Bootcamps across Northern Nigeria, engaging over 5000 Startups with support from innovators and public-private leaders, Startup AREWA is implementing its strategic plan of promoting and providing real-time support to Startups.

Official website: https://startuparewa.ng
Facebook: https://facebook.com/startuparewa
Twitter: https://twitter.com/startuparewa
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/startuparewa/
Email: hello@startuparewa.ng

For more information, please visit https://startuparewa.ng, write to contact@startuparewa.ng, or call us on +234 90 9685 9999.

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DCM Suisse and Plato Announce Strategic Partnership for Ai Powered Content and Data Intelligence Syndication

Geneva, Switzerland, Dec 28, 2022 – (ACN Newswire) – DCM Swiss (Digital Content Marketplace, a decentralized blockchain-powered platform for content creators, publishers and brands, today announced a strategic partnership with Plato Data Intelligence a NYC based Data Platform focused on the curation of data intelligence on today's most innovative technology verticals.

Through the partnership, DCM's partner brands will immediately benefit from the increased global reach Plato delivers. Both companies plan to deliver a wide range of embedded data products related to marketing communications, brand engagement and vertical data intelligence using Plato?s content distribution and syndication network.

"DCM is moving to the next stage in its life-cycle while enabling deep and authentic use cases for the mass adoption of blockchain. Plato?s expertise in this area is an invaluable resource for accelerating our plans for 2023 and beyond. We are excited to take part in building the Web3 and provide the world?s leading solution for decentralized content creation and distribution together," said Julia Zoltarenko, DCM Swiss' Founder and CEO.

"We are excited to work with DCM Swiss and see a perfect fit for our A.I. and Blockchain capabilities across their entire data ecosystem with unprecedented engagement opportunities. We believe that together we will set a new standard for the industry," said Bryan Feinberg, Plato's Founder and CEO.

Via the partnership, Plato?s and DCM's R&D teams will be able to integrate the latest data intelligence, trends, tools, and data centric applications, including in Web3 space, to achieve maximum reach and organic engagement for promotional campaigns.

The partnership promises deep value across each company's respective platforms and ecosystems and will leverage both Plato?s and DCM's extensive blockchain expertise in designing innovative solutions using blockchain. Publishers, audiences and advertisers benefit from the scale of a decentralized blockchain data ecosystem while gaining direct access to global audiences.

About DCM Swiss (https://dcm-swiss.com)

DCM Suisse is a decentralized, blockchain-powered platform for content creators, publishers & brands. It provides to all its participants an unlimited access to free flow of content, helps to protect copyright with DCM Media Passport, and enables a variety of promotion options for content creators and brands, including articles with embedded engagement tools and NFT collections in a truly decentralized way. In addition to blockchain technologies DCM uses A.I. tools for content quality check and authenticity certification.

About Plato (https://Platodata.io)

Plato is an open intelligence repository and platform that curates the latest in data intelligence across today?s most innovative market verticals. The platform is designed to provide and ultra-safe and secure environment to consume sector specific real-time data intelligence while delivering fully secured Web3 connectivity across 27 market verticals and 27 languages. Amplifi, Plato?s in-house syndication network currently syndicates content and press release?s electronically to over 1900+ Publisher websites for deep and authentic connectivity.

Media Contacts:

DCM Suisse
Anna Elitzur
Director of Partnerships
Anna.elitzur@dcm-swiss.com

Plato Data Intelligence
Bryan Feinberg
CEO / Founder
zephyr@platodata.io

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TD VC is Launching a $100M Web3 ‘Special Situation’ Fund with $10M in GP Commitments

DUBAI, UAE, Dec 27, 2022 – (ACN Newswire) – TradeDog Group, the parent company of TD VC, announced the launch of their $100 Million Web3 "special situation" fund. The fund announcement comes with a GP commitment of $10 Million. The fund will re-structure and invest in projects with good products and businesses but struggling token markets.

This strategic move is a reflection of the commitment of TradeDog Group to web3 technology and blockchain-based applications. It paves a path for funding web3 initiatives that aim to make web-based services powered by blockchain better and more accessible.

TradeDog will leverage its following of more than 3 million Traders and Investors to build an active trading community for the portfolio of TD VC Fund 2, while TradeDog Market Management (TDMM) will be useful to execute sophisticated strategies in live markets (exchanges & DEXs) if required.

TD VC is a Multi-Strategy fund with a portion allocated to a flagship strategy "special situations investment." Through this, TD VC will provide crypto businesses with tailored injections of capital based on the requirements of the token. The thematic fund will primarily invest in companies with strong fundamental businesses but whose token markets are underperforming. TD VC's goal is to support the long-term growth of the digital ecosystem while maximizing risk-adjusted returns for investors, all underpinned by an emphasis on value, downside protection, and upside optionality.

As the fund's strategic partner, TDeFi will leverage its successful track record as a blockchain startup incubator and support TD VC with a range of deal flow and advisory services.

Rupesh Pednekar will be leading the operations for the fund. He is a partner and a seasoned strategic business leader who will bring his experience in building and growing startups on board as well as extensive technology and institutional financial experience. Rupesh has advised multiple entrepreneurs, startups, and mid-size firms in their growth strategy and venture capital raise as part of a boutique advisory firm. Previously, he spent more than eight years at Moody's Investors Service in New York City, where he led several critical initiatives around regulatory compliance, process and methodology upgrades, and technology transformation. Prior to Moodys, Rupesh successfully led high-impact projects at Verizon Wireless, including the 4G launch, billing systems upgrades, and technology integration for the company's many acquisitions.

Speaking about TD VC's vision for the fund, Pednekar said: "There has been a massive influx of talent from WEB2 to WEB3 and at TD VC we are looking to leverage that and bring about more adoption. There are a plethora of use cases for Web3 technologies and it is changing how value and equity is distributed. We aim to be a catalyst for innovation and believe our funding models will empower creators and disruptors in the web3 space to revolutionize the existing multi-layered blockchain ecosystem."

TD VC's fund will invest in promising young companies and support the limitless possibilities of Web3 tech, allowing entrepreneurs to bring forth innovative projects offering actual value in building the internet on blockchain. TD VC believes the crypto industry must keep volatile markets from getting in the way of innovation driving mass adoption.

About TradeDog Group

TradeDog is a Group of Crypto companies that helps projects in their token life cycle. In addition to TD VC, the companies in the ecosystem consist of TDeFi (https://tde.fi), a Web3 incubator. TDx, a Token launchpad with more than 30,000 whitelisted retail investors. TDMM (https://tdmm.io) enables Liquidity and Markets Management, helping tokens with Price and Volume management. TD Research is a Market Intelligence and on-chain analytics provider.

Website: https://td.vc/

Name: Rishabh Gupta
Designation: Director
Mobile: +91 9045622473
Email: pr@td.vc

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SMI Vantage Appoints Well-Known Business Personality: CSR, ESG and Organisational Development Expert Leong Lai Yee to the Board

SINGAPORE, Dec 27, 2022 – (ACN Newswire) – SMI Vantage Limited, an investment and management company listed on the mainboard of the SGX, today announced it has appointed Ms. Leong Lai Yee, Edna as an Independent and Non-Executive Director to the Board, effective 1 January 2023. She replaces Wee Sung Leng who is stepping down having served over nine years on the SMI Board, as part of the Board renewal process.

Ms Leong is currently the Deputy Director and Head, Communications, Partnerships & Fund Development of RSVP Singapore The Organisation of Senior Volunteers. RSVP is an Institution of Public Character and the National Centre of Excellence for Senior Volunteerism under the patronage of Mdm Halimah Yacob, President of the Republic of Singapore.

Ms Leong's extensive experience in marketing, investment, banking and consulting includes stints in some of the world's largest financial institutions. Following her passion for a more equitable and caring society, she has in recent years, been more involved in heading non-for-profit NGOs (non-governmental organisations) and social enterprises.

Commenting on Ms Leong's appointment, Mark Bedingham, President and Chief Executive Office said, "I am delighted to welcome Edna to our Board at the start of this new year. Besides her proven entrepreneurial talent, she brings with her valuable and deep experience in the areas of corporate social responsibility, corporate governance and organisational development. She has worked tirelessly over the years towards the goal of a more equitable and caring society and will help SMI develop a pathway to a more inclusive approach to its corporate responsibilities and a fresh approach to ESG related matters."

Ms Leong replied, "I am excited to be appointed to the Board of SMI Vantage and look forward to assisting SMI Vantage with its many new projects and businesses and being part of the company's next chapter in its business journey I would like to see the Company be a responsible and strong corporate citizen that is able to give back to society. Being personally involved with various social enterprises over the years, I am passionate about bringing more "heart" to all we do. I will work closely with Mark, the Board, and the rest of the leadership team to capitalise on the many opportunities ahead and usher in SMI Vantage's next chapter of growth and success."

The Company would also like to take this opportunity to thank Wee Sung Leng for his valuable contribution and advice to the Board during his extensive service with SMI.

About SMI Vantage

SMI Vantage Limited is an investment and management company focused on capitalising on strong trends in the new economy including technology-based SaaS services and other high-tech platforms. Listed on the Main Board of the Singapore Stock Exchange, SMI Vantage Limited has a highly capable and experienced management team with a proven track record in building strong business partnerships and alliances. https://www.smivantage.com/

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SMI Vantage Appoints F&B Innovator Jocelyn Chng to the Advisory Board Committee

SINGAPORE, Dec 27, 2022 – (ACN Newswire) – SMI Vantage Limited, an investment and management company listed on the mainboard of the SGX, today announced it has appointed Ms. Jocelyn Chng as a member of the Advisory Board Committee, effective 1 January 2023.

Ms Chng is the Group CEO of JR Group Holdings, a one-stop solutions provider for the F&B industry with capabilities in food manufacturing, automated cafes, and corporate F&B management. Over the years, Ms Chng has won numerous awards, including ASME's Women Entrepreneur of the Year 2001, the Montblanc Businesswoman Award in 2003 and was selected by EY to participate in its 2018 Entrepreneurial Winning Women Asia-Pacific Program. Under Chng's leadership, JR Group opened the world's first Vendcafe serving hot meals in Singapore. Chef-in- Box Vendcafe is an unmanned and automated all-vending machine cafe.

Having been personally involved with developing multiple companies and platforms particularly in the F&B space, Ms Chng has a deep understanding of what it takes to scale businesses to the next level. "I am delighted to welcome Jocelyn to our Advisory Board. She brings a wealth of experience in the F&B space, having launched many highly successful ventures and growing JR Group Holdings to where it is today. As our Company enters the Robochef business, her expertise and experience will be highly relevant and extremely helpful in helping us grow this business and helping the company look at other related opportunities." said Mark Bedingham, President and Chief Executive Officer.

In reply, Ms Chng said, "I am honoured to be appointed to the Advisory Board of SMI Vantage and am excited to learn more about SMI Vantage's exciting projects. F&B is in the midst of transformation from being a labour-intensive industry, to one that leverages on technology and automation for higher productivity and return on investment. SMI Vantage's use of Artificial Intelligence and Robotics in the Robochef concept is a good example of this trend in the F&B industry. I look forward to working closely with Mark, the Board, and the rest of the leadership team to capitalise on the many opportunities ahead and usher in SMI Vantage's next chapter of growth and success."

SMI would also like to thank Kevin Shao for his valuable contributions and advice to the Company during his time with us at SMI.

About SMI Vantage

SMI Vantage Limited is an investment and management company focused on capitalising on strong trends in the new economy including technology-based SaaS services and other high- tech platforms. Listed on the Main Board of the Singapore Stock Exchange, SMI Vantage Limited has a highly capable and experienced management team with a proven track record in building strong business partnerships and alliances. https://www.smivantage.com/

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#WBSBangkok wraps up a successful two days and breaks new grounds for web3 in 2023

#WBSBangkok set the global web3 stage, as hundreds of industry trailblazers, thought leaders, high-net-worth investors, global media, and blockchain technologists converged together in Bangkok on 8-9 December 2022.

BANGKOK, Thailand, Dec 19, 2022 – (ACN Newswire) – The 23rd edition of World Blockchain Summit – Bangkok 2022, hosted a diverse crowd of web3 enthusiasts, industry leaders, and technology pioneers all under one roof, to inspire and stimulate business opportunities through mutually beneficial collaborations across the ASEAN region. The two-day summit registered over 600+ attendees and was an ultimate meeting point for the global and local Thai web3 community.

#WBSBangkok put together an incredible lineup of innovators and speakers making remarkable contributions to digital transformation in various sectors. Top speakers for the summit included Jirayut Srupsrisopa, Founder and Group CEO at Bitkub Capital Group Holdings Co., Ltd; Matt Sorg, Head of Technology at Solana Foundation; Daniel Oon, Head of Defi at Algorand Foundation and Jon Russell, Partner at Crypto.com to name a few.

Nicole Nguyen – “Bangkok and WBS have always been at the heart of the web3 movement in APAC and as Asia’s leading web3 community, APAC DAO is keen to network with and explore potential collaboration with global partners and business leaders to become a prominent launchpad for web3 builders in the region.” (to be replaced)

Cris Tran – “After a great turnout in Dubai, can’t wait to be back in Thailand for our BKK Edition. Southeast Asia is truly the most vibrant place for blockchain and crypto development” (to be replaced)

During the 2-day summit, blockchain solution providers, web3 projects, investment partners, and community partners showcased their offerings and were able to network and meet with qualified investors, buyers, and other stakeholders to promote their offerings and solutions.

The World Blockchain Summit – Bangkok 2022, also provided startups with a platform to exhibit their innovative capabilities in front of global investors at the Startup World Cup Pitch Competition. (Winner to be added here) a company providing an ultimate playground for creative minds and virtual adventurers was declared a winner.

“A wonderful fusion of Web3 architects thought leaders, regulators, and users made #WBSBangkok one of the best places to experience and discover the latest trends in the blockchain world. As we wrap up 2022 with #WBSBangkok, we are excited to see what’s in store for web3 in 2023,” stated Mohammed Saleem, Founding Chairman, of the World Blockchain Summit (WBS).

World Blockchain Summit will begin another bright year with its next grand edition in Dubai, bringing together MENA’s leading players in the space in March 2023.

World Blockchain Summit Bangkok is sponsored by-

Headline Sponsor: Bybit
Platinum Sponsor: SafuuX; Xapo Bank; SUPEREX
Gold Sponsor: Pandolab; Shipfinex; Undeads.com
Silver Sponsor: Lollipop; io
Strategic Partner: Solana Foundation
Lunch Sponsor: SafuuX
Lanyard Sponsor: GBR Coin
Community Partner: Women In Blockchain Asia
Pitch Partners : Aura Dogs; Gawooni Metalabs; Isekaiverse
Exhibitor : Amaze World; Shellboxes; Riva Metaverse; Oceanmoney; COINWEB

Official Media Partner: Coin Edition

Official PR Partner: Luna PR

Media Partners:

About World Blockchain Summit (WBS)

WBS hosts a global series of blockchain, crypto, metaverse and web3 business platforms that bring together the ecosystem of founders, developers, investors, regulators, enterprise buyers and influencers.

As the world’s largest blockchain and web3 summit series, WBS has hosted more than 35,000 industry stakeholders at more than 20 editions in 10+ destinations around the world.

In collaboration with key industry stakeholders and our advisory board members, WBS curates a regionally relevant agenda for each edition that highlights the latest trends and upcoming opportunities in the market while also enabling deal flow, business development and more for our community of founders and investors.

WBS is committed to boosting the development, adoption, and growth of the entire web3 ecosystem.

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UREEQA partners i-Create to validate new NFT collection Joe Ravioli

ONTARIO, CA, Dec 10, 2022 – (ACN Newswire) – The founders of i-Create LLC are excited to announce the launch of their NFT project Joe Ravioli. This innovative and unique NFT collection tells a creative and fun story for buyers of any age. With the entire collection being validated by UREEQA, buyers will receive a cool piece of digital art, commercial rights, monetization opportunities, IRL (in real life) merchandising opportunities and more, while also supporting a philanthropic cause to fight hunger in America.

"Joe Ravioli has been such an exciting project for us to develop, as 3rd generation Italian brothers with a love of mob related movies and Italian food and cooking, and having always focused on unique art, pun-filled humor and fun thrown into our character IP projects. Joe Ravioli started positioning itself with licensed IRL items, a strong new metaverse animation collaboration, POD commerce integration, and a non-profit organization we hold dear. Now was the time where we wanted to create a brand in and of its own, where everyone from partnered collaborations to NFT holders and collectors will enjoy its long-term plan for growth, and of course it's amazing utilities," said John Campanella, CEO, Engineer and Co-Founder of i-Create LLC.

"When we were searching for the perfect launch partner, one that understands copyright validation along with an amazingly talented team, UREEQA opened our eyes wide, and we realized we had the best long-term NFT collaboration for this project, and continued IP projects into the future," says Steve Campanella, President, Artist & Co-Founder of i-Create LLC.

As veterans in the NFT space Steve and John have experienced firsthand the pain and cost of having their intellectual property ripped off without their permission. So, for the Joe Ravioli drop they wanted to ensure that both themselves and their buyers were better protected before releasing their work. This is where the UREEQA partnership was formed to validate the authorship, ownership, and originality of the entire collection. Buyers can purchase these NFTs and confirm via the collection's provenance page that the work in fact authentic.

"From our initial conversations with John and Steve we learned about their unfortunate experience, having their previous IP stolen and monetized without their approval. After pouring heart and soul into the project, then hearing about their struggle to fight the theft, this is unfortunately all too common and exactly why we created UREEQA," said Shannon Powell, CMO and co-founder of UREEQA.

Being Italian, food is something that has always been near and dear to Steve and John's hearts. That's why they wanted to use the drop of this NFT collection to give back, and felt Move For Hunger would be the perfect fit. "We are thrilled for the launch of Joe Ravioli, and our partnership with i-Create. This is our organization's first time working with an NFT launch, and we are excited that this creative campaign will help raise awareness about hunger and food waste across the nation," said Adam Lowy, Founder & Executive Director, Move For Hunger.

Outside of supporting a great cause, holders of Joe Ravioli NFTs have access to partnerships that give them monetization opportunities out of the gate with teelaunch. "teelaunch is very excited to be partnering with i-Create's Joe Ravioli NFT project launch," said Christopher Hamze, President and Founding Partner at teelaunch.

"teelaunch will be the POD (Print on Demand) delivery partner, making it accessible for NFT holders who have been granted commercial rights to sell on physical POD products after collecting and utilizing their NFTs from either or both The CHEESIEST imPASTA 10K and The Meatball Gang – Joe Goes Underground 10K. We are looking forward to a long-lasting collaboration."

You want IRL (in real life) merchandise of your Joe Ravioli NFT? John and Steve already have you covered there too as they've partnered with Ata-Boy and Decalcomania to bring the characters to life in everything from buttons, to stickers and wall decals.

"We are very excited about the launch of Joe Ravioli from the talented i-Create group. Joe Ravioli introduces us to the world of humorous Italian characters, with licenses including Ata-Boy and Decalcomania. We are excited to have this product launch with the NFT," says Joy Tashjian, President of Joy Tashjian Marketing Group, working with i-Create to build creative and unique license products.

After creating all the Joe Ravioli characters, Steve really felt they needed to take the project one step further and bring the characters to life. So he enlisted the help of Jennifer Hotai, CEO & Founder at Plover Animation.

"Plover Animation is sizzling with anticipation to bring the Joe Ravioli NFT collection to life! This is a highly anticipated project for us, as we will have access to the many digital art ingredients of this culinary-themed creation provided by i-Create LLC. We will be cooking (virtually, of course!) up several animated NFTs per week, so be on the lookout soon for those tasty drops," says Jennifer.

Get ready for the Cheesiest NFT drop ever ! JoeRavioliNFT … 12/19/2022
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About UREEQA

The UREEQA platform strives to protect creators' work, their rights and their revenue by harnessing the power of blockchain technology. Building a robust and compelling Package of Proof for source creative work, UREEQA mints only Validated NFTs to represent creative rights. This helps keep buyers safe by giving them confidence that the work they are purchasing was minted by the smart contract approved by the creator of the work and is therefore authentic.

UREEQA provides value and opportunities for its creators, validators and token holders via URQA, the token at the heart of the UREEQA ecosystem. Established in Canada in 2020, UREEQA is modernizing the inefficient and bureaucratic systems currently in place for copyright protection. For more information on UREEQA and upcoming announcements, please visit our website, join our Telegram channel and Discord server, and follow us on Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn.

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