Connect with us

Technology

AsiaPay Champions Women-Led Ventures Across APAC with A$40K in Prizes

Published

on

Second Year of Support for Women Entrepreneurs Driving Positive Change

MELBOURNE, Australia, Nov. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — LIFTWOMEN®, the global platform empowering female entrepreneurs, is thrilled to announce the return of its LiftHER Female Founders Grant Challenge, supported once again by AsiaPay Capital. This year, AsiaPay’s continued sponsorship amplifies its commitment to fostering innovation and inclusion, with A$40K in prizes for finalists and winners. Following the success of last year’s inaugural challenge—which received over 300 applications from five APAC regions—the LiftHER initiative remains dedicated to supporting women-led ventures that drive positive social and environmental impact.

The previous LiftHER cohort celebrated diverse founders from Australia, Vietnam, Hong Kong SAR, Indonesia, and the Philippines, showcasing businesses across MedTech, sustainable consumer products, and digital platforms. These finalists have not only made strides in their industries but have collectively engaged audiences of over 500,000 across social media and earned coverage in major media outlets, including Forbes, CNN, and LinkedIn Top Voice.

In 2024, nine finalists will again be selected to participate in an intensive 8-week business and crowdfunding coaching program. Last year’s winners included OVUM (Australia), an AI-driven women’s health assistant, La Foundary (Australia), which transforms waste into biomaterials, and Urban Farmer TV (Philippines), dubbed the “Netflix for urban gardening.”

Irene Tsang, Founder and CEO of LIFTWOMEN®, emphasised the vital role that AsiaPay’s support plays in sustaining the challenge and uplifting these visionary founders. “AsiaPay’s partnership is instrumental in ensuring that female founders have access to resources that are often out of reach,” said Tsang. “Their commitment goes beyond sponsorship; it is a powerful affirmation that women-led ventures are key to creating a sustainable and inclusive future. The LiftHER Grant Challenge is more than just a competition—it’s a platform to break down systemic funding barriers, empowering women to lead impactful change.”

Joseph Chan, CEO of AsiaPay Capital, added, “AsiaPay Capital is honoured to support LIFTWOMEN® again this year, backing a program that aligns with our values of innovation and inclusive growth. The quality of last year’s applicants was inspiring, and we look forward to seeing new ideas that merge technology, sustainability, and gender equality to shape the future of business in Asia.”

Applications for the LiftHER Grant Challenge opened on 11 November 2024 and will close on 3 January 2025. Finalists will be announced in late January and will start their journey with international mentors in February, leading up to the Pitch Night in April 2025, where A$40,000 in grant funding will be awarded across four categories: Sustainable Future, Innovation & Impact, Digital Commerce, and People’s Choice.

For more information about the LiftHER Female Founders Grant Challenge or to apply, please visit: https://www.lifther.liftwomen.com/ 

About LIFTWOMEN®

LIFTWOMEN® Group, founded in 2021 by Irene Tsang, is a global start-and-scale platform for women-led businesses. Designed to bridge the gender funding gap, the platform provides female entrepreneurs with equity-free and debt-free capital, along with the tools, mentorship, and community support they need to succeed. With operations across Australia and Asia, LIFTWOMEN®’s mission is to foster financial inclusion, promote sustainable business growth, and empower women to achieve financial independence.

https://www.liftwomen.com/ 

About AsiaPay Capital

AsiaPay Capital, an incubation arm of the AsiaPay Group, a leading digital payment player in Asia, strives to accelerate the growth of startups in the new economy and digital sectors in Asia. Through financial backing, local operational resources and facility access, mentorship, and innovation synergy, investees benefit from a streamlined pathway to expand and grow. AsiaPay Capital offers startups a comprehensive range of advanced payment solutions, and gain access to a broad capital, client and partner base, ensuring a faster and more secure regional expansion in Asia.

https://www.asiapaycapital.com/

View original content to download multimedia:https://www.prnewswire.com/apac/news-releases/asiapay-champions-women-led-ventures-across-apac-with-a40k-in-prizes-302315975.html

SOURCE AsiaPay

Continue Reading
Click to comment

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Technology

Lichen China Limited Announces $2.8 Million Registered Direct Offering

Published

on

By

XIAMEN, China, Dec. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Lichen China Limited (Nasdaq: LICN) (“Lichen China” or the “Company”), a dedicated financial and taxation service provider in China today announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement with several investors for the purchase and sale of an aggregate of 20,000,000 of the Company’s Class A ordinary share, par value $0.00004 per share (the “Shares”) (or pre-funded warrants in lieu thereof) at a purchase price of $0.14 per share in a registered direct offering. The purchase price for the pre-funded warrants is identical to the purchase price for Shares, less the exercise price of $0.001 per share.

The aggregate gross proceeds to the Company of this offering are expected to be approximately $2.8 million. The transaction is expected to close on or about December 27, 2024, subject to the satisfaction of customary closing conditions.

Univest Securities, LLC is acting as the sole placement agent.

The registered direct offering is being made pursuant to a shelf registration statement on Form F-3 (File No. 333-277230) previously filed by the Company and declared effective by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) on March 1, 2024. A final prospectus supplement and accompanying prospectus describing the terms of the proposed offering will be filed with the SEC and will be available on the SEC’s website located at http://www.sec.gov. Electronic copies of the final prospectus supplement and the accompanying prospectus may be obtained, when available, by contacting Univest Securities, LLC at info@univest.us, or by calling +1 (212) 343-8888.

This press release does not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy, nor will there be any sales of such securities in any jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities laws of such jurisdiction. Copies of the prospectus supplement relating to the registered direct offering, together with the accompanying base prospectus will be filed by the Company and, upon filing, can be obtained at the SEC’s website at www.sec.gov.

About Lichen China Limited

Lichen China Limited focuses on providing financial and taxation solution services, education support services, and software and maintenance services under its “Lichen” brand. In recognition of the Company’s expertise and experience in the financial and taxation solution services industry for over 18 years, the Company has built up its reputation as a dedicated financial and taxation solution services provider of professional and high-quality services in China. For more information, please visit the Company’s website: https://ir.lichenzx.com/.

Forward-Looking Statements

Certain statements in this announcement are forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties and are based on current expectations and projections about future events and financial trends that the Company believes may affect its financial condition, results of operations, business strategy and financial needs. Investors can identify these forward-looking statements by words or phrases such as “may,” “will,” “expect,” “anticipate,” “aim,” “estimate,” “intend,” “plan,” “believe,” “potential,” “continue,” “is/are likely to” or other similar expressions. The Company undertakes no obligation to update forward-looking statements to reflect subsequent occurring events or circumstances, or changes in its expectations, except as may be required by law. Although the Company believes that the expectations expressed in these forward-looking statements are reasonable, it cannot assure you that such expectations will turn out to be correct, and the Company cautions investors that actual results may differ materially from the anticipated results and encourages investors to review other factors that may affect its future results in the Company’s registration statement and in its other filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.

For more information, please contact:

Tian Sun
Phone: +86-0592-5586999
Email: ir@lichenzx.com

View original content:https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/lichen-china-limited-announces-2-8-million-registered-direct-offering-302339364.html

SOURCE Lichen China Limited

Continue Reading

Technology

Elvis Birthday Celebration tour kicks off at the Miniaci Performing Arts Center January 5th

Published

on

By

This January 8th would have been the King’s Birthday. Gone but never forgotten, his image, music, films and memories live on as a testament to his true effect and influence on his generation and future generations to come. Keeping the memory alive at countless venues throughout the country, Chris MacDonald lovingly shares the magic of the “King of Rock-n-Roll” with his full production tribute Memories of Elvis Rockin Birthday Bash

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., Dec. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Elvis Presley Birthday Celebration Florida Tour kicks off at the Miniaci Performing Arts Center at Nova Southeastern University Davie Campus on January 5th with Chris MacDonald’s Memories of Elvis Rockin Birthday Bash, a multi-media full production tribute celebrating the life and music of the King of Rock-n-Roll.

“Adding to the authenticity of his tribute, Chris has the honor of being the only tribute artist hired by Elvis Presley Enterprises to perform at Graceland’s Heartbreak Hotel.”

This January 8th would have been the King’s Birthday. Gone but never forgotten, his image, music, films and memories live on as a testament to his true effect and influence on his generation and future generations to come. The original American Rock-n-Roll Idol who influenced the Beatles, The Rolling Stones and anyone that has ever picked up a guitar or a microphone since, continues to engage our love affair with his all American story of a shy poor and humble country boy that became the King of Rock-n-Roll. Elvis Presley, recognized by TIME magazine as the “Artist of the 20th Century,” has sold more records than any other artist or group in the history of modern music. Even after death, his image and music continue to be loved and celebrated throughout the world. With the critically acclaimed big screen biopic “Elvis” by director Baz Luhrmann starring Austin Butler as Elvis and Tom Hanks as Colonel Tom Parker, Elvis’s music and charisma are once again in the spotlight for a whole new generation and there’s no sign of the King leaving the building of Rock-n-Roll icon status.

Keeping the memory alive at countless venues throughout the country, Chris MacDonald lovingly shares the magic of the “King of Rock-n-Roll” with his full production tribute Memories of Elvis. Chris’s show is not an overdone impersonation. It is a natural heartfelt tribute to a legendary performer and music icon. With his dynamic production band, Chris MacDonald draws his audience in with the look, sounds, and nuances that made Elvis the King of Rock-n- Roll!

Adding to the authenticity of his tribute, Chris MacDonald has the honor of being the only tribute artist hired by Elvis Presley Enterprises to perform at Graceland’s Heartbreak Hotel. An energetic and experienced entertainer, MacDonald has also starred in the famous “Legends in Concert” stage productions and has performed in Branson, MO, and Las Vegas, NV. Chris has also performed in Concert with Elvis Presley’s original back up group The Jordanaires and D.J. Fontana Elvis original drummer “The Beat Behind The King” at the famous Seminole Hard Rock Live Concert Venue in Hollywood Florida and other venues throughout the country.

With this newly updated production, the show will include costume changes and songs representing the different stages of Elvis’s incredible career including the 1950′s, the Movies, the 1968 Comeback and the 1970′s White Fringe Vegas Concerts. It’s all a part of this fun loving tribute to one of the greatest entertainers of all time.

Get “All shook up” and celebrate the life and music of the King of Rock-n-Roll with Chris MacDonald’s Memories of Elvis Rockin Birthday Bash.

Florida Tour Dates:

January 5, 2025 2pm (Sunday)

Rose and Alfred Miniaci Performing Arts Center

Nova Southeastern University

3100 Ray Ferrero Junior Boulevard,

Davie, FL 33314

Box Office: 954-462-0222

https://www.miniacipac.com/events/detail/chris-macdonalds-memories-of-elvis-rockin-birthday-bash-2025

 

January 16, 2025 7:30 pm (Thursday)

Barbara B Mann Performing Arts Hall

Southwestern State College

13350 FSW Parkway, Fort Myers, FL 33919

Box Office: 800-440-7469 • 239-481-4849

https://www.bbmannpah.com/events/detail/chris-macdonalds-memories-of-elvis-2025-fort-myers

 

January 18, 2025 7:30 pm (Saturday)

Sunrise Theatre

117 S 2nd Street, Fort Pierce, FL 34950

Box office: 772-461-4775

https://www.sunrisetheatre.com/shows/memories-of-elvis-rockin-birthday-bash/

Media Contact

Donna Oz, CME Inc, 1 954341-6005, info@chrismacdonaldselvis.com, https://www.elvispresleystory.com/

View original content to download multimedia:https://www.prweb.com/releases/elvis-birthday-celebration-tour-kicks-off-at-the-miniaci-performing-arts-center-january-5th-302338539.html

SOURCE CME Inc; CME Inc

Continue Reading

Technology

VIVOTEK Wins Double Honors for Its Commitment to Sustainability

Published

on

By

TAIPEI, Dec. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — VIVOTEK (3454-TW), the global leading security solution provider, has once again demonstrated its outstanding commitment to sustainability. Participating for the first time in the 17th Taiwan Corporate Sustainability Awards (TCSA), VIVOTEK emerged victorious, earning the Sustainability Report Award for the Information, Communication, and Broadcasting Industry and the Taiwan Corporate Sustainability Excellence Award. These recognitions showcase VIVOTEK’s remarkable success in corporate governance, environmental protection, and social responsibility, affirming its dedication to sustainable growth.

Pioneering Sustainability with Dual Recognition

“For over seven years, VIVOTEK has independently published sustainability reports, actively driving and disclosing our internal sustainability initiatives.” said Allen Hsieh, VIVOTEK’s Spokesperson and Director of the Global Marketing Division. “These awards not only recognize our integrity and efforts in presenting operational performance, environmental data, and social impact but also serve as a strong motivation for us to continue advancing on the path of sustainable development.”

Driving Sustainability through AI Innovation

VIVOTEK delivers advanced AI-powered security solutions built on cutting-edge AI and edge computing technologies. Beyond innovation, the company drives green initiatives, reduces its carbon footprint, and fosters a sustainable, supportive workplace.

Committed to social responsibility, VIVOTEK leads the security industry’s sustainability efforts through its ‘Safety Map’ initiative. For four years, employees have formed security teams to enhance safety in neighborhoods, care centers, and schools with on-site assessments and improvement plans.

In 2024, VIVOTEK will expand its efforts to Hualien’s Dacheng Village, where it will help improve local safety environments and support cultural preservation and tourism revitalization. These actions reflect its dedication to sustainability, community well-being, and lasting societal contributions.

Security Sustainability as a Foundation for Social Impact

VIVOTEK proudly received two prestigious honors at the Taiwan Corporate Sustainability Awards, highlighting its dedication to sustainable practices. These accolades inspire the company to deepen its internal efforts and mark the start of an exciting new chapter.

Building on this achievement, VIVOTEK aims to strengthen its mission of becoming the world’s most trusted smart security brand. By aligning with global market needs and fostering collaboration with customers, partners, and employees, VIVOTEK is committed to shaping a sustainable future founded on mutual trust and shared success.

To learn more about VIVOTEK’s sustainability initiatives, please refer to the 2023 Sustainability Report.

View original content to download multimedia:https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/vivotek-wins-double-honors-for-its-commitment-to-sustainability-302339206.html

SOURCE VIVOTEK Inc.

Continue Reading

Trending