VANCOUVER, BC, April 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — As storytelling becomes an essential skill for marketing professionals, Wondershare Filmora, a leading video creativity software, is dedicated to providing easy-to-use yet powerful video editing tools for marketers creating content for various initiatives. As part of Filmora’s Education Supports program, the company has announced its sponsorship of the Instagram Reel Contest at the American Marketing Association’s (AMA) International Collegiate Conference, aiming to inspire students and young marketing professionals to bring their creative video ideas to life.

“The Filmora Education Program is dedicated to amplifying the voices of educators and students,” said Envy, Head of Brand Communications Center at Wondershare. “We’re thrilled to partner with AMA for the International Collegiate Conference. As AI and emerging technologies reshape the industry, this year’s theme, ‘Evolve,’ perfectly reflects the transformation we expect in the coming years.”

Taking place in New Orleans, LA, from April 3–5, 2025, the AMA International Collegiate Conference is a premier event for marketing students, offering expert-led sessions, competitions, and career development opportunities. Centered around the theme “Evolve,” the 2025 conference highlights industry transformation and personal growth, equipping students with the skills and insights needed to thrive in an ever-evolving marketing landscape.

Through its sponsorship of the AMA Instagram Highlight Reel Competition, Filmora encourages attendees to edit and share their conference experiences in engaging video formats. Participants can showcase key insights, learning moments, and networking highlights through creative short-form videos. Exceptional submissions will be awarded a $100 gift card following the event.

Filmora believes that compelling storytelling and visual creativity are crucial for effective marketing. With this in mind, Wondershare Filmora is committed to equipping student marketers with the tools to develop these essential skills. By supporting events like the AMA International Collegiate Conference, Filmora empowers students to turn ideas into captivating visual narratives, giving them a competitive edge in today’s ever-evolving marketing landscape.

About Wondershare Filmora

Launched in 2015, Wondershare Filmora is designed with its user in mind, featuring smoother performance and an intuitive user interface, and has attracted a cumulative global user base of nearly 300 million across 150+ countries and regions.With advanced AI features boosting content generation and editing, over 2.3 million creative assets, commercially available music, 3D LUTs, effects, and pre-set templates, Filmora stands out as a leader in video editing software. Consistently introducing innovative tools, it enhances video creation and makes the process more efficient and accessible for all skill levels.

About Wondershare Technology

Wondershare is a globally recognized software company founded in 2003, known for its innovative solutions in creativity and productivity. Driven by the mission “Creativity Simplified”, Wondershare offers a range of tools, including Filmora, Virbo, and DemoCreator for video editing; PDFelement for document management; EdrawMax, EdrawMind for diagramming; and SelfyzAI, Pixpic, FaceHub for image recovery and editing. With over 1.5 billion users across 200+ countries and regions, Wondershare empowers the next generation of creators with intuitive software and trendy creative resources, continually expanding the possibilities of creativity worldwide.

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New collaboration enables convenient and secure remittances to Weixin Pay users in China

SINGAPORE, April 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Starting today, Weixin Pay users can now receive cross-border transfers from Xoom, a PayPal service and a pioneer in digital remittances. This new partnership between Tenpay Global, Tencent’s cross-border payment platform, and Xoom allows Weixin Pay users to receive money directly into their Weixin Pay Wallet Balance or bank accounts linked to Weixin Pay through Xoom or PayPal’s mobile app and website.

Xoom and PayPal users in United States, Canada and Europe can now access reliable and affordable cross-border money transfers to their own or family members’ Weixin Pay accounts, with additional countries to come in the future. Weixin Pay users can receive the funds frictionlessly, typically in as fast as a few minutes, for flexible use within the Weixin app for transfers, top-ups and shopping.

“Xoom has long been known as a fast, easy, inexpensive way to send money to friends and family across borders – and now, being able to send funds to Weixin Pay users from the US, Canada and Europe, we’re continuing to connect users wherever they might be and for what they might need funds for,” said Paul Bances, Vice President of Market Development for Xoom.

“This partnership reaffirms Tenpay Global’s commitment to not only bridging the Weixin ecosystem with the global markets but also enhancing user value through streamlined and secure cross-border remittances. By addressing everyday needs—from family support to daily expenses—we aim to create meaningful value in our users’ lives beyond mere transactions,” said Wenhui Yang, CEO of Tenpay Global (Singapore).

The service is now live and available through the Xoom and PayPal mobile app. Users may also visit Xoom.com or PayPal.com to start the remittance experience.

About Xoom

A pioneer in digital remittances, Xoom is a fast and easy way to send money, pay bills and reload phones for friends and family in approximately 160 countries globally. With Xoom, customers can access a fast and reliable way to send money, by simply downloading the Xoom or PayPal mobile app, or visiting Xoom.com or PayPal.com.

About Tenpay Global

Tenpay Global, the cross-border payment platform of Tencent, is the gateway to seamless cross-border payment solutions for businesses and individuals. Tenpay Global offers scenario-based services for different customer groups, including cross-border consumption, cross-border remittances, and cross-border commerce scenarios. Together with global partners, Tenpay Global is committed to bridging the world’s payment networks with Weixin’s ecosystem in China.

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Creating a New Generation of Leaders with Technical Knowledge and Business Management Skills 

BANGKOK, April 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Chulalongkorn University, through its Faculty of Engineering and Chulalongkorn Business School (CBS), has announced a collaboration with the Massachusetts Institute of Technology’s Leaders for Global Operations (MIT LGO) program. This partnership was unveiled at the 31st Chula the Impact academic seminar, organized by Chulalongkorn University Communications Center. The new Chula-LGO program aims to cultivate leaders equipped with both technical expertise in engineering and business acumen, addressing the evolving demands of industries in the digital era and the global economy. 

The signing ceremony between Chulalongkorn University and MIT LGO featured remarks from Prof. Dr. Wilert Puriwat, President of Chulalongkorn University, who emphasized the significance of the program: 

“Chula-LGO is more than just another master’s program; it is a transformative step in advancing Thai education to meet international standards. Through our collaboration with MIT LGO, students will gain cutting-edge knowledge, engage with real-world industries, and be equipped to take on leadership roles in the global economy.”

Chula-LGO: An Integrated Program for the Future
Chula-LGO is a two-year master’s program offering an interdisciplinary learning experience. Students will earn a Master of Engineering degree from Chulalongkorn University and an MBA from Chulalongkorn Business School. The curriculum combines rigorous academic coursework with practical experience, including a two-week study period at MIT LGO and a six-month research and internship project within the industrial sector. This structure ensures that graduates are well-prepared to tackle real-world challenges.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Witaya Wannasuphoprasit, Dean of the Faculty of Engineering, Chulalongkorn University, further elaborated on the program’s strengths and interdisciplinary approach:

“Engineering today is not just about designing and developing technology– it must also integrate effectively with business management and operations. Chula-LGO answers the needs of future industry leaders, providing deep skills in technical expertise, innovation, and management.” 

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Tartat Mokkhamakkul, Dean of the Chulalongkorn Business School, highlighted the business perspective: 

“Modern businesses rely on technology and efficient supply chain management to maintain a competitive edge. Chula-LGO develops strategic thinkers capable of making data-driven decisions using advanced technology. This is a key factor in creating a competitive advantage for organizations.”

Industry Support and Economic Impact
The Chula-LGO program has garnered support from leading industry organizations. Dr. Kobsak Pootrakool, Executive Vice President of Bangkok Bank Public Company Limited, discussed the role of the business sector in supporting this program:

“Today’s industries require professionals who possess both technical expertise and organizational management skills. The Chula-LGO program bridges the gap between academia and business, developing talent capable of competing in the global market and propelling Thailand’s economy forward.” 

“MIT LGO is excited to collaborate with Chulalongkorn University on this initiative. This partnership will not only enhance the curriculum but also foster joint research, faculty, researcher, and student exchanges, contributing to the advancement of Thailand’s industries to meet global standards.” 

Chula-LGO is poised to play a pivotal role in Thailand’s human resource development, especially as Digital Transformation, Artificial Intelligence, and Industry 4.0 technologies reshape the global landscape. The program aims to cultivate a network of leaders capable of steering organizations to success on the international stage.

About Chula-LGO
Chula-LGO is a collaborative program developed by the Faculty of Engineering and the Chulalongkorn Business School at Chulalongkorn University, in partnership with MIT Leaders for Global Operations (MIT LGO). The program’s mission is to produce leaders who can drive industries and businesses in the digital era through integrated education in engineering, technology, and business management. 

For more information on the program and admissions, visit the Faculty of Engineering or Chulalongkorn Business School websites: http://www.eng.chula.ac.th or http://www.cbs.chula.ac.th 

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About Chulalongkorn University
Chulalongkorn University has made the world’s top 50 university list for employment outcomes, which reflects both the high employment rate and work ability of Chula graduates. The university is also listed as the best in Thailand for the 15th Consecutive Year (since 2009), according to the newly released QS World University Rankings 2024, putting Chula at 211th in the world, up from 244th last year.

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