BuildTech Asia 2023 to focus on Digitalisation, Smart Building & Construction and Sustainability

Singapore, Mar 22, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – BuildTech Asia (BTA), the leading platform for Asia Pacific’s building and construction industry, is back for its 12^th edition from 28 – 30 March 2023. A Constellar event, BTA’s theme this year is “Transforming Tomorrow’s Built Environment”, presented with 48 local and regional industry associations and partners. BTA 2023 will feature over 100 onsite exhibitors from 15 countries and regions (almost a 40% expansion from last year) and an extensive line-up of conferences, sandboxes and product launches to better equip and future-proof the sector.

Countries and regions participating include Singapore, Australia, Cambodia, China, Finland, Germany, Hong Kong, India, Israel, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, Poland, Sweden, Taiwan and USA.

Official Launch of BCA – STAS Shared Services Providers (SSP) Scheme

Guest-of-Honour Senior Minister of State for Ministry of Communications and Information & Ministry of National Development Mr Tan Kiat How will officiate the opening of BTA 2023 with an opening address and the official launch of Specialists Trade Alliance of Singapore (STAS)’s Shared Services Registry, a significant milestone in STAS’s commitment to digitalising the Built Environment sector.

The adoption of Building Information Modelling (BIM) and Integrated Digital Delivery (IDD) is a key enabler of transformation in the Built Environment sector. It is a digital spine that links project stakeholders throughout the entire building lifecycle. The Shared Services Registry serves the BIM and IDD procurement needs of stakeholders, especially SMEs, in their digitalisation journey. The pilot was successful, and the Shared Services Registry will be scaled up to implement more rigorous quality checks and open up for public registration from Q3 2023.

Experience Tomorrow’s Built Environment in person

BTA 2023 will deep-dive into three dimensions of emerging technologies and solutions that are making an impact on industries today – Digitalisation, Smart Construction (Robotics & Automation) & Green Construction (Sustainability). To better demonstrate the utilisation of new technologies and solutions, BTA 2023 has curated and will be introducing two new experiential zones:

The Smart Construction Experience Zone, powered by Tractors Singapore Limited (TSL), a leading equipment dealer in Singapore distributing a full line of Cat® machines and engines such as the Excavator 320 and the Vibratory Soil Compactor CS11GC
The Robotics & Automation Experience Zone, featuring Singapore SMEs such as Doog International, who will be showcasing their user-friendly and highly scalable autonomous mobile robots such as “THOUZER”, a versatile robotic cart with a payload capacity of 120kg, a towing capacity of 300kg and equipped with Follow-Me and Memory Trace® Technology, developed to navigate challenging construction work sites and execute automated repetitive tasks

BTA 2023 will also welcome new companies offering their latest solutions, equipment and machinery for the sector:

Knauf Plasterboard Ptd Ltd: one of the world’s leading dry construction systems and solutions providers
Liugong Machinery Co., Ltd: 10th-largest construction equipment manufacturer by global market share and the world’s largest manufacturer of wheel loaders
Pee Huan Pte Ltd: authorised distributor for the HELI Forklift brand and has more than 20 years of experience in the material handling industry
Sany South East Asia Pte Ltd: 3rd-largest heavy equipment manufacturer globally and one of Singapore’s leading supplier offering sales, services and technical solutions in the crane industry
SquareDog Robotics Limited: who will be showcasing SQD-Robo Patrol, its cost-effective, multi-functional robot that provides 24/7 security patrol for the warehouse

BTA 2023 will also see returning key industry players such as Buildo Engineering Pte Ltd, Lingjack Digital Pte Ltd, PDS International Pte Ltd and SPC Industries Sdn Bhd, who are looking forward to showcasing how their latest equipment and solutions can meet evolving building and construction needs.

Bridging knowledge gaps and addressing industry challenges

BTA 2023 will also be launching its inaugural Built Environment Transformation Forum, where industry leaders and experts will be sharing about post-pandemic collaboration opportunities as well as trends and policies pivotal to the Built Environment Sector. Kicking off the forum is a fireside chat on sector transformation with Mr Heng Teck Thai, Deputy CEO (BuildSG Office) of the Building and Construction Authority (BCA).

BTA is also working with Asia Pacific Assistive Robotics Association (APARA), World of Safety and Health Asia (WSH Asia), Singapore Contractors Association Limited (SCAL), Association of Women in Construction (AWiCS), Singapore International Facility Management Association (SIFMA) and the exhibitors, to offer six half-day conferences and over 80 conference sessions, product launches and sandboxes on the latest industry developments, technology advancements and best practices for the sector.

Participants can expect insightful discussions on digitalising their operations, incorporating artificial intelligence or AI and robotics for smart construction, adopting sustainable practices, refreshing safety measures, and upgrading their knowledge in integrated facilities management. Sessions to look out for include:

The update on The Accreditation of Project Managers (APM) scheme by Mr Jonathan Shek, Chairman of the Society of Project Managers, aimed at enhancing standard of project management practice in Singapore’s built environment & construction industry
Improving measurement accuracy with 3D laser scanning by Mr Mika Honkavuori, Entrepreneur, RECURE
Establishing proper data preparation platforms to facilitate accurate retrieval of AI datasets by Mr Kevin Quah, Founder & CEO, Tictag

Propelling ahead with sustainability efforts

BTA 2023 is also the first event in Singapore EXPO to be piloting the sustainability measurements proof-of-concept under Singapore’s MICE Sustainability Roadmap with SACEOS to measure event waste and carbon emissions. Together with Singapore EXPO, BTA will be coordinating closely with its exhibitors, suppliers and partners to identify waste drivers and boundaries, and generate actionable insights for the industry to make informed decisions to achieve net zero by 2050. Singapore EXPO, managed by Constellar, also recently announced key investment projects towards achieving Net Zero by 2024.

“The pilot deployment of the sustainability measurements proof-of-concept at BTA 2023 will offer the Singapore MICE industry valuable insights and experience from diverse perspectives. These are especially important to Constellar as both an exhibition organiser and MICE venue operator, and will enable us to play a meaningful role in the MICE eco-system where collaboration with partners is the only way to reach the scale of impact needed,” said Mr Jean-François Quentin, Group Chief Executive Officer, Constellar.

BTA 2023 will be at Singapore EXPO Hall 3 from 28-30 March 2023.

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About BuildTech Asia

BuildTech Asia is the Asia Pacific premier platform for the built environment sector which showcases the latest smart solutions and productive technologies across the entire building life-cycle. With international and regional brands showcasing the most comprehensive exhibiting profile such as onsite construction machinery & equipment, building materials & solutions, architectural & quality finishes, productive technologies, facilities management, and infrastructure solutions to help accelerate the built environment sector to build faster and smarter. The annual event provides a gateway into Asia to network with a wide range of practitioners, technology experts, industry players, developers, agents, and distributors in the building and construction industry.

About Constellar

Constellar connects a global eco-system of event partners and consumers through a holistic portfolio of intellectual property (IP) in the Meetings, Incentives, Conventions and Exhibitions (MICE) industry. As Asia’s partner of reference for curating innovative event and venue experiences, Constellar activates impactful networks to bring global markets, businesses and consumers together for sustainable growth. With our expertise and dedication, we are invested in helping you build trusted relationships with stakeholders for the long term and enabling cross-industry collaboration through world-class audience engagement solutions. Visit constellar.co for more information.

For more information, please contact:
Carine Lin
Manager, Communications & Culture
Email: carine.lin@constellar.co ; Mobile: 9336 3746

World Blockchain Summit Set the Stage for a Decentralized Future with Ground-breaking Insights and Collaborations

DUBAI, Mar 23, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – The 24th edition of World Blockchain Summit – Dubai 2023, under the patronage of HH Sheikh Juma Ahmed Juma Al Maktoum, brought over 2,000 industry leaders, technology pioneers, and institutional web3 investors, all under one roof.

Photo credit – Sandeep Nailwal, Co-Founder, Polygon Labs speaking at World Blockchain Summit Dubai, March 2023

The event opened with the Start-up Grand Slam Pitch Competition that featured some of the most exciting new projects entering the market and was judged by a jury comprising global investment leaders like Woodstock, Cipher, and Ghaf Capital Partners.

The winner of the competition was the public blockchain project String3.

The 2-day summit agenda featured industry pioneers like Sandeep Nailwal, the Co-Founder of Polygon Labs; Dominic Williams, the Founder and Chief Scientist of DFINITY Foundation; Sunny Lu, the Co-Founder and CEO of Vechain; Mohammad Alblooshi, the Head of Innovation Hub and Fintech Hive at DIFC; and Alex Ziner, Global Head, Ledger Enterprises, among others.

One of the most anticipated topics of discussion during the summit was decrypting the regulatory landscape of virtual assets, featuring Erwin Voloder, Senior Policy Fellow at European Blockchain Association, Jason Allegrante, Chief Legal and Compliance Officer, Fireblocks, Saqr Ereiqat, Co-Founder & Managing Director, Crypto Oasis and moderated by Dr. Sid Ahmed Benraouane, Dubai Government Advisor.

The panelists discussed the positive long-term impact of new regulatory frameworks being developed in technology hubs like Dubai that are designed specifically for Web3.

The main event of the summit was Sandeep Nailwal's fireside chat with Kevin Soltani, CEO & Founder, of GIMA Group during which he spoke candidly about the biggest challenge for blockchain being scalability to go mainstream. However, with continued development, network effects and ZKroll-ups, a large player like Instagram can theoretically create billions of NFTs using smart contracts which opens up new horizons for blockchain adoption and a real inflection point. He went on to state, "The next frontier of DeFi will come from institutional players."

In an interview after his fireside chat on stage, Sandeep noted, "My whole purpose of coming to this event is to meet the builders. What are they building? What are the new ideas that are coming up? What are the new trends? Because this is where you see what people are trying to do. The experience was good. It's good to meet the community on the ground."

In speaking of the role of events like the World Blockchain Summit, Naveen Bharadwaj, Group CEO, of Trescon, noted, "Blockchain is not just a technology, it's a mindset that has the power to transform industries and reshape the future. At World Blockchain Summit, we're committed to driving meaningful conversations and collaborations that will unlock the true potential of this revolutionary technology."

Nordek is powering the 24th edition of the World Blockchain Summit, which has secured several sponsors, including:
– Pre-event Sponsor: Riva Metaverse
– Gold Sponsors: IMPT.io, UrbanID, Web3 Management, Broken Egg, Kasta
– Silver Sponsors: Gate.io, W.O.W Wealth, NOWPayments
– Bronze Sponsors: Sygnum, Zoksh, Bloxbytes, AdLunam, Rakez
– Lanyard Sponsor: GBR Coin
– Elevator Pitch Partner: String
– Official Media Partner: Coin Edition
– Exhibitors: Cinemakoin.io, Crastonic, DeCir, Sabai Ecoverse, Koinbx, Aetsoft, Rovi, Redrift, XPayBack, Ideofuzion, Trikon, Metaruffy, Aarna, Quecko.inc, Sapid Blue, Cobox
– Official PR Partner: Luna PR
– Official Content Distribution Partner: Zex PR Wire
– Official Event App Partner: CrowdComms
– Ecosystem Partner: CryptoOasis
– Startup Growth Partner: BlockTing
– Association partners: European Blockchain Association, MENA Fintech Association, WBA WMA
– Strategic Partner: Coin Mena
– Community Partners: EcoX, APAC DAO, NEXTUSGROWTH, Monaproof, Dudalab
– Media Partners: Cocrypto cryptoptoincrypto, Cryptonewz, Bitcoin World, Coinbold, The News Crypto, ACN Newswire (www.acnnewswire.com), Dx Talks, BitCoin Addict, Coin Cruncher, CoinsCapture, Cryptopolitan, Gagsty, ICOHolder, The Cryptonomist, CoinPedia Fintech News, Crypto Reporter, Hashd News, Dsrpt Blog, CryptoEvents, Bitcoin Trading, Crypto Bulls Club, Bitcoin Insider, The Coin Republic, The Herald herald, Kiro Media, Itez, Gadgets To Use, Metaverse Post, Pro Blockchain Media, TCU, Territorio Blockchain, The Blockopedia, Web3ly, Bitcoinnews.com, Cryptonews, Medialinks, Crypto.news, Input PR and Marketing, Crypto Runner, Cryptonite, The PR Genius, Web3 Africa and Corum8

About World Blockchain Summit

World Blockchain Summit, an event by Trescon, is the home of global web 3.0 communities and experts designed to foster growth, collaboration, and adoption of the latest emerging technologies in the space. This is the world's longest running series of summits that is exclusively dedicated to the proliferation of the ecosystem and adoption of blockchain, crypto, metaverse and web 3.0 solutions by connecting founders, developers, investors, regulators, enterprise buyers, media and influencers.

WBS has hosted over 20 editions in over 10 countries.

For more information about the World Blockchain Summit global series, visit www.worldblockchainsummit.com.

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Freedom Business Summit 2023 brings together 5000+ entrepreneurs, freedom seekers and global citizens from all over the world

Estonia, Mar 22, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – Join on 26-28 September 2023 for 3 powerful days for expert keynotes, workshops and panel discussions about Freedom Business, Global Citizenship and Freedom Lifestyle.

Freedom Business Summit 2023 is the premier online event for global citizens that brings together 5000+ attendees from 100 industries and 80 countries.

Connect with like-minded sovereign individuals, entrepreneurs, investors, global citizen experts to learn about:

– Best strategies about relocation and getting second citizenship
– Sovereign location independent lifestyle and Flags Theory
– Finding best jurisdiction, Incorporation and e-Residency
– Global Investing strategies, Investment Migration and Tax Planning
– Running remote company and managing distributed teams
– Building Safety Net, Personal Sovereignty and Inner Freedom
– Lifestyle Design and Holistic Life Approach

Learn the best strategies from world renowned speakers and companies like: e-Residency Estonia, SafetyWing, Running Remote, Upwork and others.

Freedom Business Summit is a premier online event for those looking to mitigate geopolitical risks and take their freedom back.

Learn from top experts, gain valuable insights and connect with the global community to build your freedom lifestyle.

Explore unique opportunity – join Freedom Business Summit 2023 and Get Early Bird Free Access and register here www.freedomsummit.net.

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Infocus International Relaunches Online Workshop on Human Capital, Succession Planning, Talent & Performance Management

Singapore, Mar 22, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – Infocus International Group has relaunched their Human Capital, Succession Planning, Talent & Performance Management, which will be commencing on 11th April 2023.

This course is the A to Z on strategically managing and optimising your human capital to full potential in today's
difficult business climate. It is a highly practical, hands-on course that shows you exactly how to tackle those
intractable HR problems:

– Resistance from employees
– Favoritism and political games
– HR not a priority/not taken seriously
– Lack of senior executive support for HR
– Lack of funding

This course will give attendees the knowledge and tool to excite and re-energise your people to inspire a new-found
confidence and trust in HR in your business. Through discussion, examples and activities you will discover the way
forwards. The industry insights, templates and models will put you ahead of your competitors; ahead of the game in
designing and delivering winning HR initiatives which will earn your HR team praise and recognition and will take
your people to the next level.

This practical live online course will have attendees excited by the new possibilities to drive performance in your
organisation. The examples given are proven winners and the materials provide for easy adaptation to the business.
Within 5 sessions of completing the course attendees can be forging positive change for the organisation and
people.

A past attendee from Transportasi Gas shared that, "The program was designed and delivered very well. It was very
fruitful also for other functions outside the HR Department to gain understanding about the strategies to develop
people."

Another past attendee from Centenary Bank also commented that, "The program facilitator was excellent. He
provided practical solutios that can be applied at no or minimal cost to the organisation. I liked the tools shared as
they can be immediately used in my organisation."

Benefits of Attending
– Learn to conduct a Talent Retention Audit and to develop a Talent Retention Plan
– Discover innovative, practical and inexpensive solutions to a wide range of everyday HR challenges
and problems
– Identify why performance management systems so often fail and how to avoid these common
mistakes
– Work through a simple, effective model to help struggling employees improve their performance
– Design innovative approaches to succession planning for your valued employees

Want to learn more?
Simply email esther@infocusevent.com or call +65 6325 0210 to obtain your FREE COPY of event brochure. For
more information, please visit https://www.infocusinternational.com/hr

About Infocus International Group

Infocus International is a global business intelligence provider of strategic information and professional services for
diverse business communities. We recognise clients' needs and responds with innovative and result oriented
programmes. All products are founded on high value content in diverse subject areas, and the highest level of quality is ensured through intensive and in-depth market research from local and international insights. For more
information: www.infocusinternational.com.

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Global Digital Payments Leader, Visa joins Dubai FinTech Summit as Co-host

DUBAI, Mar 21, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – The Dubai FinTech Summit welcomes Visa as a co-host sponsor for the two-day event taking place on 8 and 9 May this year. Visa is a global leader in digital payments that is connecting the world through the most innovative, convenient, reliable and secure payments network, enabling individuals, businesses and economies to thrive.

"FinTechs are propelling innovation in the payments industry which is helping expand access to quality, affordable financial services, and innovative payment solutions. At Visa, we are empowering FinTechs to help grow the digital economy for the benefit of consumers and businesses in the region. Our partnership with DIFC's Dubai FinTech Summit provides us and our industry partners the platform to explore how we can continue to collectively bring innovations in digital commerce that uplift everyone, everywhere," said Dr. Saeeda Jaffar, Visa's Senior Vice President and Group Country Manager for GCC region.

According to Visa, 4 in 5 consumers surveyed in the UAE would switch merchants based on the payment methods offered, with most preferring digital payments over cash.

Dr. Jaffar added, "The unprecedented digitisation during the pandemic has changed consumer expectations. This shift is prompting businesses to respond quickly, and FinTechs are helping develop the solutions businesses need to be competitive in our digital-first world. At Visa, we remain committed to growing digital commerce by providing FinTechs with access to our experts and technology through initiatives such as the Fast Track program so they can more easily create solutions for businesses to offer their customers faster, more secure ways to pay and to manage their expenses and get working capital. We are also working with FinTech leaders to embed finance across key categories such as digital wallets and "Buy Now, Pay Later", which are both increasingly popular with consumers."

Currently home to 60 per cent of all FinTech companies based in the GCC, Dubai and DIFC is being recognised as a global centre for innovation, with its unique ecosystem and comprehensive approach to business, driving not only the future of finance but increasingly the future economy.

Mohammad Alblooshi, Head of DIFC Innovation Hub and FinTech Hive said, "Organised by DIFC, the leading international financial hub in the (MEASA) region, the Summit will bring together 5,000 global FinTech and technology experts and will provide the perfect environment for connecting start-ups, investors and industry leaders tapping into this opportunity as they advance in the region and beyond."

The Dubai FinTech Summit will take place at Madinat Jumeirah in Dubai. Visitors can now purchase tickets (https://bit.ly/3n74kBM) for the Dubai FinTech Summit, with early bird prices available till 15 April 2023.

About Dubai International Financial Centre

Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) is one of the world's most advanced financial centres, and the leading financial hub for the Middle East, Africa and South Asia (MEASA), which comprises 72 countries with an approximate population of 3 billion and an estimated GDP of USD 8 trillion.

With a close to 20-year track record of facilitating trade and investment flows across the MEASA region, the Centre connects these fast-growing markets with the economies of Asia, Europe and the Americas through Dubai.

DIFC is home to an internationally recognised, independent regulator and a proven judicial system with an English common law framework, as well as the region's largest financial ecosystem of over 36,000 professionals working across over 4,300 active registered companies — making up the largest and most diverse pool of industry talent in the region.

The Centre's vision is to drive the future of finance through cutting-edge technology, innovation, and partnerships. Today, it is the global future of finance and innovation hub offering one of the region's most comprehensive FinTech and venture capital environments, including cost-effective licensing solutions, fit-for-purpose regulation, innovative accelerator programmes, and funding for growth-stage start-ups.

Comprising a variety of world-renowned retail and dining venues, a dynamic art and culture scene, residential apartments, hotels and public spaces, DIFC continues to be one of Dubai's most sought-after business and lifestyle destinations.

For further information, please visit our website: difc.ae, or follow us on LinkedIn and Twitter @DIFC.

About Visa

Visa (NYSE: V) is a world leader in digital payments, facilitating transactions between consumers, merchants, financial institutions and government entities across more than 200 countries and territories. Our mission is to connect the world through the most innovative, convenient, reliable and secure payments network, enabling individuals, businesses and economies to thrive. We believe that economies that include everyone everywhere, uplift everyone everywhere and see access as foundational to the future of money movement.

Learn more at About Visa, visamiddleeast.com/blog and @Visamiddleeast.

About Trescon

Trescon is the world's fastest-growing business-to-business events, training, marketing and consulting company primarily focused on the adoption of sustainability, inclusive leadership and emerging technologies like artificial intelligence, blockchain, metaverse, cloud, fintech, data analytics and cyber security.

Our summits, conferences, and expos create real economic impact by connecting and empowering the key ecosystem of government organizations, regulators, policymakers, private sector companies, solution providers, startups, investors, accelerators, advisors, consultants, associations, academia and more.

Thought leadership, knowledge exchange, brand positioning, business expansion, market penetration, lead generation, finding solutions & services, capital raising, capacity building, training and networking are among the key objectives of our stakeholders.

With the help of our 250+ employees across offices in 6 countries, several of our clients have quadrupled their leads, shortened sales cycles by half or less, entered markets three times faster, closed deals within unimaginable timelines and grown their businesses ultimately.

Whether you are an organization or an individual, Trescon has something to offer you.

For further details about the announcement, please contact:
Nupur Aswani
Head, Media, PR and Corporate Communications, Trescon
+91 95559 15156 | media@tresconglobal.com

For further information : please visit – www.tresconglobal.com.

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Clean energy leaders to gather in Manila this May at The Future Energy Show Philippines and Solar Show Philippines

MANILA, Mar 21, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – After a triumphant return in 2022, the 9th edition of The Future Energy Show Philippines and Solar Show Philippines will take place in Manila this 15-16 May 2023. Firmly established as the largest and most significant event for the sector in the Philippines, the 2023 edition will be bigger and better than ever before.

The Future Energy Show Philippines & Solar Show Philippines will convene 150+ exhibitors at SMX Convention Center Manila, offering attendees the chance to evaluate solutions from leading energy players such as Jinko Solar, Trina Solar, Longi, Sungrow, CHINT Electric Global, Enphase Energy, Growatt, CSI Technology, Alpha ESS, Ginlong, and Mibet Energy, and many more.

In addition to walking the exhibition floor and browsing the hundreds of products on offer, attendees can expect to experience 7 tracks of free content across 4 theatres, covering Large Scale Solar, Rooftop Solar, Rural Electrification, Smart Grid/T&D, Energy Storage, Alternative Renewables and brand new for 2023, a Solar Installer University.

More than 150 speakers from across the Philippines and beyond will be sharing their insights and ideas on the latest developments in renewable energy and smart energy solutions. Confirmed senior speakers include:
– Raphael Perpetuo M. Lotilla, Secretary, Office of the Secretary, Department of Energy
– Rowena Cristina Guevara, Undersecretary, Department of Energy
– Atty. Monalisa Dimalanta, Chairperson & CEO, Energy Regulatory Commission
– Senator Sherwin Gatchalian, Senator, Vice Chairman- Senate Committee on Energy, Senate of the Philippines
– Quintin Pastrana, President, WEnergy Power Pilipinas
– Alexander Ablaza, CEO, Co-Chairman, President, Climargy Inc., ASIA Pacific ESCO Industry Alliance, Philippines Energy Efficiency Alliance Eric San Pedro, Country Business Head, Entoria Energy
– Pete Maniego, Chairman, Energy Lawyers Association of the Philippines/ Chairman, NREB
– Luis Gonzales, Chief Data & AI Officer, Aboitiz Power
– Ferdinand O. Geluz, Chief Commercial Officer, Meralco
– Tetchi Capellan, President, Sun Asia
– Atty. Richard J. Nethercott, President and CEO, Independent Electricity Market Operator of the Philippines
– Jason Soberano, Vice President, and Chief Business Development Officer, SN Aboitiz
– Ruth Yu-Owen, President & CEO, Upgrade Energy Philippines

Over 6,000 attendees are expected to attend over the two day event, which offers a unique opportunity to network with industry leaders, innovators and potential investors.

"We are thrilled to once again bring together the Philippines' top clean energy leaders and their partners together," said Paul Clark, Managing Director at Terrapinn Asia, "With a sold-out exhibition floor that has already had to be expanded to accommodate demand, The Future Energy Show Philippines and The Solar Show Philippines truly bring together the people that can shape the Philippines energy future and we look forward to another outstanding event."

For more information about the event, visit the official website at www.terrapinn.com/energyshowacn

About The Future Energy Show Philippines 2023 & The Solar Show Philippines 2023

The Future Energy Show Philippines & The Solar Show Philippines will take place at SMX Convention Center Manila, Seashell Lane, Mall of Asia Complex, Pasay City, Metro Manila, Philippines on 15-16 May 2023. The event will comply with prevailing guidelines on COVID-19 safety put in place by the Philippines Government or SMX Convention Center Manila.

About Terrapinn

Terrapinn has been sparking ideas, innovations and relationships that transform business for over 30 years. Using our global footprint, we bring innovators, disrupters and change agents together, discussing and demonstrating the technology, strategies and personalities that are changing the way the world does business. Whether you're looking to make new connections, introduce product or inspire change in your industry, we invite you to join us as agitators of change. Terrapinn – spark something.

Press attendance is complimentary. Enquiries should be directed to:
Danelle Filipinas
Marketing Manager
Terrapinn Pte Ltd
Danelle.filipinas@terrapinn.com

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DCM Day: Web3 and The Future of Media

Geneva, Switzerland, Mar 17, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – DCM Swiss, a Digital Content Marketplace, is excited to announce a special event taking place during the Open Geneva Innovation Festival on March 17th at 2:30 PM CET. DCM DAY will focus on the exciting topic of Web3 and the Future of Media, exploring the latest developments and innovations in this rapidly-evolving field. The event will be held at Fédération des Entreprises Romandes Genève, 98 Rue de Saint-Jean, Genève, GE, 1201.

DCM DAY promises to be a must-attend event for anyone interested in the future of media, including media professionals, entrepreneurs, technologists, investors, and anyone curious about the impact of Web3 on the media industry. The event will feature a panel discussion rich in diverse perspectives for the Future of Media and Web3, featuring Egor Plotnikov from DCM Swiss, Alex Fedosseev from 1World Online, Florian Ducommun from Disruptive Company, and Nathalie Kazzi from Blue Tree Advisors.

“We are excited to bring together leading experts and thought leaders to share their insights, ideas, and vision for the future of media in the age of Web3,” said Egor Plotnikov, COO & ITO Lead at DCM Swiss. “As the media industry continues to evolve rapidly, it is crucial to stay on top of the latest developments and innovations. We are thrilled to offer this unique opportunity to engage with experts and explore the exciting possibilities of Web3 for media professionals and enthusiasts alike.”

The panel discussion will cover a range of topics related to Web3 and the Future of Media, including the potential of blockchain technology for media distribution, the impact of NFTs on the media industry, and the role of decentralized finance in funding media projects. The panelists will also explore the challenges and opportunities facing the media industry in the age of Web3, and share their predictions for the future of media.

As Open Geneva partners, DCM is thrilled to offer Festival participants a chance to explore NFT technology. By downloading an NFT in the form of a QR code, participants can easily access Festival events and enjoy special offers from local partners like cafes, bars, bakeries, and wine cellars. This unique opportunity to engage with NFT technology is just one of the many exciting offerings available during and after the Innovation Festival by Open Geneva.

DCM DAY promises to be an informative and engaging event, providing attendees with a unique opportunity to learn from and connect with leading experts and thought leaders in the field of media and Web3. Don’t miss this opportunity to explore the exciting possibilities of Web3 for the future of media.

For more information about DCM DAY and to register for the event, please visit the eventbrite.

About DCM Swiss:

DCM, also known as the Digital Content Marketplace, is a blockchain-based platform that operates both as a protocol and an application. It provides a decentralized media ecosystem that allows creators, publishers, and advertisers to interact in a single environment.

About Open Geneva:

Non-profit association Open Geneva promotes and stimulates open innovation in the Greater Geneva area by bringing together a community of more than 3500 innovators, bringing their ideas to life, communicating their projects and supporting their development in the fields of art, science, technology, and society.

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

Collections & Recovery Summit: India’s Very First Collection-Focussed Conference & Exhibition

MUMBAI, Mar 17, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – Team the Future Event organized India’s first Collection-focused conference & Exhibition: Collections & Recovery Summit- India, on 23rd & 24th February, 2023 at the Taj President Hotel, Mumbai. This networking event was aimed to bring together India’s top industry experts to discuss the latest technology and digital transformation strategies to overcome challenges and empower organizations to be future ready with strengthened operations, increased productivity and improved customer experience in the Debt & Loan Collections, Subscriptions & Renewals and Credit Processes.

With 500+ handpicked attendees, this conference was sponsored by almost 20 industry leaders along with 20+ Media Partners! With Uniphore being the Platinum Sponsor and Clear Touch, Enterprise Tiger & GoCollect (Credility) joining as the Gold Partners, Credgenics was the official Collections Technology Partner. Some of the other key sponsors and solution providers that demonstrated their solutions are Ezetap by Razorpay, SingleDebt, Rezo.ai, Saarthi.ai, Alohaa, UltraCash, Dista, CLXNS Technologies Pvt Ltd, Taurus Collection, Easy Recovery, Provakil, ILeads & Ikontel Solutions Pvt Ltd.

In the word of Uthaman Bakthikrishnan, Executive Vice President at ClearTouch, “Me & my colleague would like to thank the Future Event for organising such an event where it is very clear that each one of the attendees have been hand-picked since whoever is here, is really interested & genuine with their questions. It is a lot more exciting because this is the very first Collection-focussed event in India!”

The Collection and Recovery Summit- India featured an array of keynote speakers and panel discussions, providing attendees with valuable insights and knowledge on topics such as debt collection, credit management, bankruptcy, and financial recovery. Some of the key topics that were covered during the 2-day summit were:

Weaving Collections and Recovery into Business Strategy
Maintaining a Positive Customer Experience During Collections
The Importance of “self-service” platforms
Managing Multichannel Debt Collection Model
Decoding the Scope, Scale and Challenges of the BNPL
Understand consumer sentiment and preferred channels
Rise of ECommerce Subscriptions
Customer communication and engagement

“We were excited to bring together the best and brightest minds in the debt collection and credit management industry for the Collection and Recovery Summit India,” said a representative of the event organizer. “This summit was an opportunity for professionals across the industry to share their expertise, learn from one another, and explore the latest trends and innovations that are shaping our industry.”

While 45+ expert speakers took the stage to discuss & provide their insights on the latest strategies, innovations, and challenges in the industry, the 100+ pre-scheduled meetings provided the attendees with ample networking opportunities to connect with peers, industry experts, and solution providers. This allowed them to gain new insights and perspectives, as well as build new partnerships and collaborations that can help them improve their practices and achieve better outcomes. Apart from this, the summit was also attended by 40+ solution providers and 15+ exclusive exhibitors.

When Harish B. Parmar, Founder at SingleDebt, a Silver Sponsor for the event, was asked about how SingleDebt was different from traditional collection companies, he said, “What we do we actually represent the creditor and also most importantly the debtor. In this case the debtor comes to us with their issues and we find a payment plan that will help them repay back the debt. Because most of the debtors won’t have 1 creditor but will have five or six creditors and they will be struggling to pay all of them. Because they are struggling to pay all of them and these creditors are chasing them, we work out an affordable payment plan that they can afford to pay all the five creditors. That’s how we are different than the traditional lending companies.”

The Collection and Recovery Summit India is a leading event in the debt collection and credit management industry, bringing together professionals from across the sector to discuss the latest trends, innovations, and challenges in the field. The summit provides attendees with valuable insights and networking opportunities. The Collections & Recovery Summit- India was the debut conference & exhibition of the chain of summits that will be organised by team The Future Event all across the globe. For more information on the upcoming events, visit: https://thefuture-event.com/

Contact:
Jamal Alturaby
The Future Event Media & Productions
Phone: +91 888 4144 691
Email: jamal@thefuture-event.com

Resolve2Win campaign debuts in Bangkok, promoting Hong Kong’s legal services

HONG KONG, Mar 17, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – To consolidate Hong Kong's strategic position as a centre for international legal and dispute resolution services in the Asia-Pacific under the National 14th Five Year Plan, the Department of Justice (DoJ) of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region and the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) are organising the Resolve2Win – Legal Services of Hong Kong, Opportunities for All campaign (Resolve2Win). The signature promotion in the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) and Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA) for Hong Kong's legal and dispute resolution services debuted with a delegation visit to Bangkok, Thailand on 15 to 17 March. Mr Horace Cheung, Deputy Secretary for Justice, led nearly 30 representatives from Hong Kong's legal sector in face-to-face talks with Thai legal and business representatives to promote the advantages of Hong Kong legal services, encourage collaboration between Hong Kong and Thailand and seize opportunities in the region.

The Resolve2Win – Legal Services of Hong Kong, Opportunities for All campaign debuted in Bangkok, Thailand on 15 to 17 March Nearly 30 representatives from the Hong Kong legal sector join the delegation.

Dr Patrick Lau, Deputy Executive Director of the HKTDC, gave welcoming remarks

Mr Horace Cheung, Deputy Secretary for Justice gave the opening remarks

Encouraging Thai businesses to choose Hong Kong as a platform

The promotion visit aimed to let Thai businesses understand the unique advantages of Hong Kong legal services more comprehensively, raising awareness on resolving commercial disputes through arbitration and mediation, while encouraging them to choose Hong Kong as their preferred trade and dispute resolution platform and help Hong Kong legal professionals seize opportunities and develop business in Thailand. Legal groups from Hong Kong and Thailand responded proactively. The Hong Kong Bar Association, Law Society of Hong Kong, Thailand Arbitration Center and Thai Branch of Chartered Institute of Arbitrators are supporting organisations.

At the plenary session – Hong Kong as a Deal Making and Dispute Resolution Hub – Mr Cheung and Dr Patrick Lau, Deputy Executive Director of the HKTDC, were officiating guests. In his welcome remarks, Dr Lau said: "Hong Kong has a large, well-established legal sector full of professionals well-versed in legal systems across the world, making the city the perfect choice for anyone seeking legal services. As business links grow between ASEAN countries and Mainland China, particularly the Greater Bay Area, disputes are bound to arise. All parties would agree that arbitration and mediation is a better approach than litigation. In today's forum, we will find out how businesses in Thailand, ASEAN and Mainland China can use Hong Kong as a dispute-resolution platform."

Highlighting the unique opportunities offered by Hong Kong as the only common law jurisdiction within China under "one country, two systems", Mr Cheung pointed out that national strategies – including the 14th Five-Year Plan, the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA) Development and the Belt and Road Initiative – had injected continuous impetus to the growth of Hong Kong and brought opportunities to ASEAN member states.

He further said that as the leading legal and dispute resolution services centre in the Asia-Pacific, Hong Kong had a strong pool of legal talents, particularly in dispute resolution services. He encouraged enterprises and talents to capitalise on Hong Kong's unique advantages of enjoying the strong support of the motherland and being closely connected to the world under "one country, two systems" to tap into development opportunities in the GBA and beyond.

Mr Cheung reiterated that the National Security Law had provided stability and a secure environment to enterprises and investors, which was conducive for both local and international businesses in Hong Kong to flourish.

The plenary session was hosted by Mr Jose Maurellet, Senior Counsel, Des Voeux Chambers, Vice-Chairman of Hong Kong Bar Association, with panelists Ms Winnie Tam, SBS, SC, JP, Senior Counsel, Des Voeux Chambers and Mr Tommy Tong, Partner, Herbert Smith Freehills LLP. The speakers shed light on Hong Kong's advantages in corporate and commercial legal services and illustrated why Hong Kong was an effective arbitration and mediation platform for resolving commercial disputes. They also provided practical tips for Thai businesses to handle cross-border commercial disputes, especially when Mainland Chinese parties were involved.

The next session, Mediate First Pledge, featured speakers Mr Rimsky Yuen, Chairman, Hong Kong Mediation Accreditation Association Limited, and Ms Ereblinda Sadiku, Legal Counsel, Thailand Arbitration Center. They focused on the flexibility and other advantages of mediation for dispute resolution. More than 10 Thai companies confirmed their willingness to deploy mediation before turning to other resolution methods, including litigation. The HKTDC also arranged a luncheon and interaction session where more than 200 legal representatives from Hong Kong and legal and business sectors from Thailand conducted in-depth discussions on the story in Hong Kong.

Networking for Hong Kong legal practitioners and Thai businesses

During the three-day trip, the Hong Kong legal delegation paid a courtesy visit to legal and business groups, including Thai-Chinese Chamber of Commerce, Thailand Arbitration Center and Lawyers Council of Thailand to discuss potential collaboration.

After the Resolve2Win Campaign launch in Thailand, the HKTDC will continue to work with DoJ. The campaign will promote legal and dispute resolution services of Hong Kong in the GBA early next year, showcasing the robust legal system, solid foundation of the rule of law and diversified legal and dispute resolution services in Hong Kong while helping to better understand the views of mainland stakeholders and their needs towards Hong Kong's legal and dispute resolution services.

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About HKTDC

The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) is a statutory body established in 1966 to promote, assist and develop Hong Kong's trade. With 50 offices globally, including 13 in Mainland China, the HKTDC promotes Hong Kong as a two-way global investment and business hub. The HKTDC organises international exhibitions, conferences and business missions to create business opportunities for companies, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), in the mainland and international markets. The HKTDC also provides up-to-date market insights and product information via research reports and digital news channels. For more information, please visit: www.hktdc.com/aboutus. Follow us on Twitter @hktdc and LinkedIn

Media Enquiries
Please contact the HKTDC's Communication and Public Affairs Department:
Janet Chan, Tel: +852 2584 4369, Email: janet.ch.chan@hktdc.org

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Over 7,300 industry talents at HKTDC FILMART and EntertainmentPulse

HONG KONG, Mar 16, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – FILMART and EntertainmentPulse, organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), assembled more than 7,300 leading entertainment figures from 41 countries and regions. The four-day content marketplace successfully showcased a great variety of cross-media, cross-genre content and brought numerous business opportunities for participants. The confident global exhibitors and buyers were delighted to network in person. "This is my first time attending FILMART. HKTDC helped line up over 10 business matching meetings which are all helpful in establishing business contacts and develop new opportunities. I'm sure some would come to fruition with follow ups," said Ms Jean Dong, Founder & Chairman of Zespa Media Group, based in London and Beijing.

FILMART and EntertainmentPulse brought together over 7,300 industry talents from 41 countries and regions. Over 700 exhibitors from 30 countries and regions showcased a wide variety of latest film and TV productions.

Industry leaders participated in EntertainmentPulse conference series to talk about the latest entertainment industry trends.

Popular boy band MIRROR visited FILMART to introduce the debut feature film WE 12.

A representative of Hengdian Film & Television Industry Experimental Zone, which has participated in FILMART for five consecutive years, said: "The film industry of Hong Kong is mature and with the advantage of international connections. It is a must for Hengdian to collaborate with Hong Kong in order to go global and co-promote Chinese culture to worldwide audiences."

Over 700 exhibitors from 30 countries and regions gathered at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC) over the past four days for Asia's largest cross-media and cross-industry film and TV entertainment trade expo. The Mainland China exhibitor tally at FILMART exceeded 330, a record, including the three major streaming platforms – iQIYI, Tencent and Youku. The revived physical marketplace was as vibrant and active as in the past, successfully reuniting industry players from all around the globe for business partnerships.

Innovation and technology had a strong presence as the Hong Kong Animation & Digital Entertainment Pavilion at FILMART gathered more than 30 local companies offering animation, digital effects and interactive media – the three major digital entertainment areas – to promote innovative technology development. Their innovations included creative content rendered through digital effects and Web 3. EntertainmentPulse, the concurrent conference series of FILMART, featured a dedicated session on Web3 in the entertainment industry. Entertainment industry leaders also discussed the prospects and potential of Asian content, the hype behind dating and romance reality shows, and Chinese donghua (animation) as soft power.

Growing interest in dating and romance reality shows

Dating and romance reality shows are not new to the TV landscape but are finding great success once again. During the Love Story Wanted: Hype behind Dating and Romance Reality Show session, Mr Yosuke Muramoto, Director and Chief Producer of YD Creation, described how to captivate audiences: "The question is 'What is true love?'. But how many people amongst the viewers could answer that? This is truly the topic that everyone wants to know and what keeps the viewers coming back."

Web3 redefines engagement in the entertainment industry

The entertainment industry is fuelled by creativity and technology can accelerate its development. The latest breakthrough innovation is Web3 which makes entertainment more realistic and engaging. In the session Uncovering the Application of Web3 in Entertainment Industry, Ms Jenefer Brown, EVP and Head of Global Products and Experiences of Lionsgate, discussed how brands should engage consumers with Web3: "We should approach it in the way that fans could understand and avoid the technical terminologies. The way we market it and engage with fans should always be very simplified. The key to success is to make it feel trusted, understandable and not complicated. The more steps involved, the more people we lose."

New era for Hong Kong Movies

Several Hong Kong productions have broken Hong Kong box-office records recently. In Dialogue with Hong Kong Directors: The Spring of Hong Kong Movies? renowned Hong Kong film directors including Mr Sunny Chan of Table of Six, Ms Judy Chu of Sunshine of My Life, and Mr Jack Ng of A Guilty Conscience, which became the highest-grossing Hong Kong film, reflected on the city's cinematic success. Mr Ng said: "It is the script that gives confidence to the investors and actors. Without the script, we cannot go anywhere."

Numerous special events announcing exciting titles

This year's FILMART again received strong support from major local film and TV companies, organising press conferences as well as on-site booths. Emperor Motion Pictures invited more than 80 movie stars and industry leaders to announce upcoming productions at a press conference, including Under Current, Customs Frontline and New Police Story 2. In addition, PCCW Media Limited's MakerVille and Viu also held a press conference to announce boy band Mirror's first film WE 12. A large-scale release conference organised by Muse Communications showcased a wide range of Japanese anime, including the big hit Demon Slayer.

FILMART online platforms open until 15 April

The online FILMART portal is accessible until 15 April. Users can revisit all the exciting content from EntertainmentPulse and utilise the direct messaging function offered through the FILMART online platform.

Websites:
FILMART: https://event.hktdc.com/fair/hkfilmart-en/
EntertainmentPulse: https://entertainmentpulse.hktdc.com/en
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About HKTDC

The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) is a statutory body established in 1966 to promote, assist and develop Hong Kong's trade. With 50 offices globally, including 13 in Mainland China, the HKTDC promotes Hong Kong as a two-way global investment and business hub. The HKTDC organises international exhibitions, conferences and business missions to create business opportunities for companies, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), in the mainland and international markets. The HKTDC also provides up-to-date market insights and product information via research reports and digital news channels. For more information, please visit: www.hktdc.com/aboutus. Follow us on Twitter @hktdc and LinkedIn

Media Enquiries:
For any media enquiries, please contact:
Ogilvy PR: Honman Li, Tel: +852 9638 1208, Email: honman.li@ogilvy.com

HKTDC's Communication and Public Affairs Department:
Katy Wong, Tel: +852 2584 4524, Email: katy.ky.wong@hktdc.org
Kate Chan, Tel: +852 2584 4239, Email: kate.hy.chan@hktdc.org
Clayton Lauw, Tel: +852 2584 4472, Email: clayton.y.lauw@hktdc.org

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