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Record Breaking Participation at Largest Taiwan Creative Content Festival Yet Drives Investment Potential

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TAIPEI, Nov. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — The 2024 Taiwan Creative Content Fest (TCCF), a major event for Asia’s content industry, kicked off on Nov. 5 with record breaking numbers in international participation, cash prizes and awards, and project submissions.

TCCF aims to connect global industry professionals with key resources while helping Taiwanese companies reach international markets. This year’s TCCF experienced record participation, with 600 project proposals from 50 countries, 101 exhibition booths, and over 300 international professionals, media, and buyers from 30 countries joining for negotiations. Additionally, 30 prominent international speakers will lead 15 engaging discussions throughout the event.

2024 TCCF opening ceremony

The opening ceremony featured Deputy Minister of Culture Sue WANG, Taiwan Creative Content Agency Chairperson Homme TSAI, CEO Jiunwei LU, Legislator Chiaohui SU, Through an official activation ceremony featuring floating cubes, representatives from various participating countries including Franck PARIS, Director of the French Office in Taipei; Fernando SCHMIDT, General Directorate of Export Promotion at the Chilean Trade Office Taiwan; Naimatul Farah Haji ISA, Deputy Director of Tourism at the Malaysian Friendship and Trade Centre, Taipei; Philippe TZOU, Trade & Investment Commissioner for the Regions of Wallonia and Brussels-Capital at the Belgian Office Taipei; Chiaki MURAMOTO, Secretary General of the Cultural Affairs and Public Relations Department from the Japan-Taiwan Exchange Association, Taipei Office; and Anthony RIVERA, Director for Commercial Affairs Section at the Manila Economic and Cultural Office, were present on stage to symbolically infuse the cubes with creative energy and resources, culminating in a spectacular digital display.

TAICCA chairperson Homme TSAI

Also present were representatives from New Zealand, Chile, France, Thailand, Indonesia, and other countries, along with key industry partners from TV networks, tech firms, and film associations.

Wang, Sue, the Deputy Minister from the Ministry of Culture

Chairperson Homme TSAI noted that the new venue at Nangang Exhibition Center marked a new chapter in TCCF history, indicating a shift to industry focused and commercial viability, as opposed to previous years which were held at Songshan Creative and Cultural Park. He added, “We hope that the investments of TAICCA, informed by the private sector and industry participation, will be more impactful to meet the needs of Taiwanese creative content.”

Legislator Chiaohui SU with Homme TSAI

Deputy Minister Sue WANG stated, “Taiwan needs more commercially viable content that attracts international audiences, we need talented storytellers to create these stories to build our international recognition.”

Homme TSAI also expressed that the event will showcase the quality and diversity of Taiwanese cultural content, facilitating more international partnerships and business opportunities through pitches, negotiations, and forums.

This year, TCCF is being held for the first time at Nangang Exhibition Center Hall 2, organized into three major sections. The PITCHING competition offers substantial prizes and resources, with 62 proposals from 21 countries competing for a record NT$7.65 million (approximately $250,000 USD) in total awards, 35 prizes, and invitations to international exhibitions. The winners will be announced at the closing event on November 8.

The MARKET exhibition features a record 93 organizations and companies from around the world, showcasing IPs across film, TV, gaming, animation, and publishing. Notable participants include KOCCA and Gyeonggi Content Agency from Korea, Tokyo and Fuji TV, Lotte Group from Japan, as well as Vietnam National Television and Singapore Film Society.

This year’s FORUM centers on the theme “Together for Impact,” with 15 forums led by 30 industry experts from 13 countries, covering topics like variety shows, film, animation, children’s content, and IP.

2024 TCCF Dates: November 5-8, 2024

Location: 7th Floor, Nangang Exhibition Center Hall 2

2024 TCCF Official Website: https://www.tccf.tw/zh 

TAICCA Official Website: https://taicca.tw 

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About TAICCA (https://en.taicca.tw/)

The Taiwan Creative Content Agency (TAICCA), established in June 2019 and supported by the Ministry of Culture, is a professional intermediary organization working to promote the development of Taiwan’s content industries including film and TV, publishing, pop music, ACG, and more.

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Strictly Money Launches Crowdcube Campaign, Inviting European Investors to Fuel its Growth Journey

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LONDON, Dec. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Strictly Money Ltd, the London-based fintech, has launched a crowdfunding campaign on Crowdcube to invite European investors to fuel its next phase of growth. Crowdcube, Europe’s largest private market investment platform, has powered success stories like Revolut, Qonto, and Monzo. Regulated by the UK’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), Crowdcube provides a trusted and innovative platform for investors to participate in transformative ventures.

Strictly Money’s primary objective with this campaign is to accelerate its growth, fuel product development, and expand its shareholder base. The funding will enable Strictly Money to launch its payment card and banking app in early 2025 and to strengthen its market presence in Scandinavia, the UK, and Ireland. The company plans to introduce hedge fund returns products, broadening investment options for consumers by the end of 2025.

Discover how you can be part of Strictly Money’s growth journey by visiting our Crowdcube campaign at https://crowdcube.getstrictlymoney.com.

Will Povey, CEO and Co-Founder of Strictly Money, said: “At Strictly Money, our vision is to empower everyday investors with access to wealth-building tools and opportunities that were previously reserved for high-net-worth individuals. With this crowdfunding campaign, we aim to bring together a diverse community of investors who share our passion for financial innovation and inclusivity. This funding will not only help us launch our innovative debit card and app but also drive the development of new products that deliver real value to our users.”

About Strictly Money:

Strictly Money is a UK-based financial technology company set to launch a debit card and a cutting-edge banking app in early 2025. The company aims to democratize access to high-performing hedge fund returns, providing innovative investment strategies and financial solutions tailored to investors, savers, and entrepreneurs. Strictly Money’s mission is to open up premium investment opportunities traditionally limited to high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs). For more information, visit https://strictly-money.com.

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Investing in startups and early-stage businesses involves risks, including illiquidity, lack of dividends, loss of investment and dilution. It should be done only as part of a diversified portfolio. Crowdcube is targeted exclusively at investors who are sufficiently sophisticated to understand these risks and make their own investment decisions. Please read the full Risk Warning on Crowdcube’s website before deciding to invest.

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Bybit Web3 Wallet Integrates Tonstakers: The First of Its TON Staking Offerings to Expand DeFi Opportunities

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DUBAI, UAE, Dec. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Bybit, the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange,is excited to announce the integration of Tonstakers, the leading liquid staking protocol on the TON blockchain, into its Web3 Wallet. This marks the first of Bybit Web3’s TON staking offerings, reinforcing its commitment to expanding decentralized finance (DeFi) opportunities for its users.

With this integration, Bybit Web3 Wallet users can now seamlessly stake Toncoin ($TON) and receive $tsTON (Tonstakers LST) in return. The value of $tsTON increases relative to $TON every 26 hours, ensuring competitive rewards while contributing to the growth and success of the TON ecosystem. The integration also opens the door for 130 million users in the TON ecosystem to access TON staking directly within the Bybit Web3 Wallet.

Bybit is dedicated to simplifying DeFi adoption by providing intuitive and user-friendly staking experiences. This milestone partnership with Tonstakers enables users to unlock annual returns estimated between 3% and 5% APY, with rewards automatically compounded, further cementing Bybit’s role as a leader in DeFi accessibility.

Why Tonstakers Matters: The First of Its Kind
Tonstakers is the inaugural partner in Bybit Web3’s TON staking initiative, setting a new standard for staking services. With a total value locked (TVL) exceeding $260 million and a significant market share in the liquid-staked TON sector, Tonstakers offers Bybit Web3 Wallet users unparalleled access to TON staking benefits:

  • Effortless Staking: Securely stake $TON with ease, thanks to the user-friendly interface within the Bybit Web3 Wallet.
  • Earn $tsTON Rewards: Receive tokenized staked Toncoin ($tsTON), which can be leveraged within DeFi applications across the TON ecosystem.
  • Explore DeFi Liquidity: Engage with Tonstakers Earn to provide liquidity using $tsTON, unlocking diverse earning opportunities.

“Bybit Web3 is proud to deepen our integration with the TON blockchain, a crucial step in our mission to foster a thriving and interconnected Web3 ecosystem,” said Emily Bao, Head of Bybit Web3. “This integration empowers our users with seamless and trusted access to TON liquid staking pools and unlocks valuable earning opportunities. As a strong believer in DeFi adoption, Bybit Web3 is committed to bridging the gap between Web2 and Web3, creating simple, easy, and accessible solutions that bring the benefits of decentralized finance to a wider audience. We believe this integration will significantly contribute to the growth and success of the TON ecosystem.”

Start Staking Today To begin staking your $TON and earning with $tsTON, visit https://www.bybit.com/en/web3/staking and discover the power of Bybit Web3 Wallet’s integration with Tonstakers. Bybit Web3 Wallet currently supports a wide range of staking services beyond TON tokens, including ETH, USDT, USDC, bbSOL, SUI, and more.

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About Bybit Web3

Bybit Web3 is redefining openness in the decentralized world, creating a simpler, open, and equal ecosystem for everyone. We are committed to welcoming builders, creators, and partners in the blockchain space, extending an invitation to both crypto enthusiasts and the curious, with a community of over 130 million wallet addresses across over 30 major ecosystem partners, and counting.

Bybit Web3 provides a comprehensive suite of Web3 products designed to make accessing, swapping, collecting and growing Web3 assets as open and simple as possible. Our wallets, marketplaces and platforms are all backed by the security and expertise that define Bybit as the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, trusted by over 60 million users globally.

Join the revolution now and open the door to your Web3 future with Bybit.

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About Bybit

Bybit is the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, serving a global community of over 60 million users. Founded in 2018, Bybit is redefining openness in the decentralized world by creating a simpler, open and equal ecosystem for everyone. With a strong focus on Web3, Bybit partners strategically with leading blockchain protocols to provide robust infrastructure and drive on-chain innovation. Renowned for its secure custody, diverse marketplaces, intuitive user experience, and advanced blockchain tools, Bybit bridges the gap between TradFi and DeFi, empowering builders, creators, and enthusiasts to unlock the full potential of Web3. Discover the future of decentralized finance at Bybit.com.

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Yaber Achieves 100% YOY Sales Growth during Black Friday and Gears Up for CES 2025

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LAS VEGAS, Dec. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Yaber reported a remarkable 100% year-over-year sales surge during Black Friday. The T2 outdoor projector, featuring a built-in battery and handle-to-stand design, ranked among Amazon’s Top 3 “Most Wished For” list. Meanwhile, the L2s projectors, available in exclusive Pantone colors, sold out shortly after launch.

Yaber T2 projector is currently available at Christmas sale on Amazon and the official Yaber website. Meanwhile, pre-orders for the L2s projectors in exclusive Pantone colors will reopen in mid-January 2025.

This year, Yaber further expanded its global retail presence, debuting at the iconic Selfridges in the UK and securing placements in MediaMarkt across EMEA, Canada’s London Drugs, Saudi Arabia’s EXTRA, Belgium’s FNAC, Greece’s PUBLIC, Czech Republic’s Datart, Japan’s Bic Camera and Yodobaxi, and Malaysia’s premier IOI City Mall and Plaza Low Yat.

Looking ahead, Yaber is set to unveil its first ultra-short-throw laser projector and a new Keith Haring-inspired entry-level model at CES 2025. The launch event will take place at 4:00 PM PST, January 6, 2025 at Caesars Palace, Las Vegas. Visit Yaber’s booth in South Hall 1-30808 at Las Vegas Convention and World Trade Center (LVCC) from January 7-10 to discover more.

About Yaber

Founded in 2018, Yaber redefined home entertainment by introducing the world’s first entertainment projector, pioneering a new category in the industry. Today, its innovative projectors have delivered immersive experiences to users in over 120 countries, making Yaber a trusted name in global home entertainment.

The letter “Y” in Yaber embodies the youthful vigor and innovative spirit of Generation Y. It’s not just a symbol, but a unique representation of youth identity and attitude towards life, infusing the brand with rich cultural connotations of youthfulness within simplicity.

Committed to excellence, Yaber has been pushing the boundaries of audiovisual innovation, crafting projectors that inspire richer, more vibrant lifestyles. Its achievements are recognised with prestigious accolades, including the Red Dot, IDEA, VGP, and CES Innovation Awards.

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