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TAITO’s Figure Brand ‘DRESSTA’ to Exhibit at ‘anime expo chibi 2024’

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2 weeks ago

November 8, 2024

TAITO’s Figure Brand ‘DRESSTA’ to Exhibit at ‘anime expo chibi 2024’ Unveiling Four Figures Including New Releases & Simultaneous Pre-Orders on Global E-Commerce Site ‘TAITO Gear & Goods’!

TOKYO, Nov. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — TAITO COPORATION (Headquarters: Shinjuku, Tokyo; hereinafter referred to as TAITO) is thrilled to announce the launch of its global e-commerce store, TAITO Gear & Goods, in a trial version. This new initiative aims to make high-quality figures of your favorite characters accessible at affordable prices, no matter where you are in the world.

To commemorate the launch, the first wave of products available for pre-order will include four items from the figure brand DRESSTA, featuring two brand-new releases. These items will be available primarily in the U.S. market and globally. TAITO will also be exhibiting at anime expo chibi 2024, a spin-off event of Anime Expo, held in California, USA, on November 9-10, 2024, where the TAITO Gear & Goods booth will showcase these exciting new figures.

＜anime expo chibi 2024 TAITO booth Details＞

Dates: November 9 (Sat) – November 10 (Sun), 2024

Location: Ontario Convention Center

Figure Exhibition at the TAITO booth, we will be showcasing our new figure brand DRESSTA, which launched this fall. Despite their affordable prices, these figures are designed to be visually stunning. We will be displaying four figures in total, including two figures currently available for pre-order, “My Hero Academia: Tsuyu Asui and Himiko Toga,” as well as two new figures debuting at anime expo chibi 2024. Additionally, we will feature some of our most anticipated prize figures.

< Exclusive On-Site Novelty >

At the TAITO booth will receive exclusive novelties by meeting the following conditions. These collectible clear keychains feature the iconic characters from SPACE INVADERS design and can be connected and hung together with the top and bottom metal fittings.

Conditions for Receiving Novelties:

1.Follow the official TAITO Gear & Goods X account (@TAITO_G_G)

2.Follow the official TAITO Gear & Goods Instagram account (@taitogearandgoods)

3.Register as a member on the official TAITO Gear & Goods website (https://taitogearandgoods.com/)

*Please note that the keychains are blind-packed, so you cannot choose the design.

◇Venue-specific campaign!

Customers who place an order for any DRESSTA items available for pre-order at the venue will receive a special complete set of acrylic keychains as a gift.

*One per person. *Limited quantity. *Not for sale

<About the Global E-Commerce Site “TAITO Gear & Goods”

The global e-commerce site “TAITO Gear & Goods” offers high-quality and affordable figurines packed with the charm of beloved Japanese characters. This service allows customers from all over the world to purchase these products.

Official TAITO Gear & Goods website: https://taitogearandgoods.com/

“DRESSTA” is a combination of “dress up” and “stage”. This is a new concept, where the figures created with meticulous attention to detail are placed on a pedestal (stage), where the characters are displayed as part of their own world, not just a generic figure stand. This “dressed up” display creates a stunning scene straight from passionate fans’ favorite series.

※TAITO, the TAITO logo, DRESSTA and SPACE INVADERS are trademarks or registered trademarks of TAITO CORPORATION in Japan and other countries.

※All other company names and product names mentioned are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.

※The contents of this release are subject to change without notice.

Media Contact

TAITO Gear&Goods, TAITO CORPORATION, 81 3-6361-8460, taitousa@taito.co.jp, https://www.taito.co.jp/en/corporate/about

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Max Stock Limited Announces Change in Shares Held by an Interested Party

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3 hours ago

November 24, 2024

CAESAREA, Israel, Nov. 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Max Stock Limited (TASE: MAXO(; )the “Company”, “Max Stock“) today announced that on November 20th, 2024, Phoenix Financial Ltd. and Phoenix Investment House Ltd. (“Phoenix reporting group”), including their respective nostro account, provident funds and provident fund management companies, as well as mutual fund management companies and market maker sub entities, informed the Company that they had sold shares of the Company thereby lowering their joint holdings to 4.8% of the Company’s issued capital (4.15% and 0.65% respectively). As a result, Phoenix reporting group will no longer be an interested party in the Company.

This is an English translation of segments of a Hebrew immediate report that was published on November 24, 2024 (Ref. No: 2024-01-618032) (hereinafter: the “Hebrew Version”). This English version is only for convenience purposes. This is not an official translation and has no binding force. In the event of any discrepancy between the Hebrew Version and this translation, the Hebrew Version shall prevail.

About Max Stock

Max Stock is Israel’s leading extreme value retailer, currently present in 64 locations throughout Israel and 2 locations in Portugal. We offer a broad assortment of quality products for customers’ everyday needs at affordable prices, helping customers “Dream Big, Pay Small”. For more information, please visit https://ir.maxstock.co.il

Company Contacts:

Talia Sessler,
Chief Corporate Development and IR Officer
talia@maxstock.co.il

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Qatar Development Bank announces strategic investment in global Islamic FinTech, Wahed

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7 hours ago

November 24, 2024

DOHA, Qatar, Nov. 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Qatar Development Bank (QDB) announces a strategic investment in Wahed, a global Shariah-compliant fintech.

Wahed currently manages over $1 billion in assets and has attracted over 400,000 clients worldwide. The company is built on the principles of democratizing access to financial services and offers clients access to Shariah-compliant investments in its mobile app. Wahed removes the barriers to sophisticated investment management services that have been traditionally reserved for high-net-worth investors.

Khalid Al Jassim, Executive Chairman of Wahed MENA said: ‘We are delighted to welcome our new shareholders, QDB. We believe Qatar is fully aligned with our mission in creating a technology-first Islamic finance leader that unlocks a financial ecosystem free from Riba. We look forward to supporting the Qatar National Vision 2030 of becoming a leading knowledge-based economy.

Ali Rahimtula, Partner at Cue Ball Capital said: “Qatar Development Bank’s strategic investment is a clear signal of the faith the industry has in Wahed and its ability to create the future of Islamic Finance.”

About Wahed

Founded in 2015, Wahed is a financial technology company that is advancing financial inclusion through accessible, affordable, and values-based investing. The company has made significant inroads in the world Shariah compliant investing by creating an easy-to-use digital platform that provides a suite of Shariah compliant investing products including managed portfolios and venture and real estate investments. Wahed caters to over 400,000 customers globally and manages over $ 1 billion in assets.

For more information, visit: www.wahed.com

About Qatar Development Bank

Qatar Development Bank’s mission is to advance the economic and innovation development cycle of Qatar, supporting and contributing to the nation’s economic diversification. As well as a focus on the development of Qatar’s private sector, QDB is a powerful catalyst for socio-economic development in the country, empowering the local economy and bettering living standards.

For more information, visit: https://www.qdb.qa/

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Wahed appoints Khalid Al Jassim as Executive Chairman of Wahed MENA to help guide the strategic growth of Wahed in the region

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7 hours ago

November 24, 2024

DOHA, Qatar, Nov. 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Wahed, a global Shariah-compliant fintech, has appointed Khalid Al Jassim as Chairman of Wahed MENA.

On this appointment, Khalid commented, ”I am excited to guide Wahed’s growth in the region. Wahed’s mission of furthering Islamic Finance is one I resonate with deeply and I look forward to supporting its growth ambitions.”

Khalid has over twenty five years of investment banking and corporate advisory experience gained with some of the most innovative and groundbreaking institutions in the world.

His career spans leading firms including SABIC, Arthur Anderson and Arcapita Bank in Bahrain, where he was instrumental in making it into one of the PE powerhouses in the region. His responsibilities started in the earlier years with establishing the Investment Placement Team and transforming it into one of the most robust teams in the industry. At the time that Khalid left Arcapita to build his personal business, he was an Executive Director. Today he is Chairman of Afkar Vision, a private advisory house specialized in mergers and acquisitions with offices in Manama, Dubai and Riyadh.

As well as being one of the earliest investors in Wahed, he is currently Chairman of the Audit Committee and Board Member at Bahrain Islamic Bank, the 4th oldest Islamic Bank in the World and Board Member at SICO Bank and SICO Capital in Saudi, an $8bn asset manager in the region.

Mohsin Siddiqui, Wahed CEO said, “We are delighted to announce Khalid’s appointment. His unique understanding of the financial landscape in the MENA region is unparalleled and we are excited to bring this expertise in continuing to grow our presence in the region.”

About Wahed

For more information, visit: www.wahed.com

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