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Metafy signs with Lucky Kat to License Leading Sui Blockchain IP, Kumo, into its next stage of growth

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MONTREAL, Nov. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ – Metafy, a leader in applying the benefits of blockchain technology to both legacy and emerging IP to create innovative consumer products, and part of IP house JCorp licensing group, has signed a deal to license Kumo – the flagship brand built on the Sui blockchain and owned by game developer Lucky Kat. 

Kumo was successfully released as an NFT collection in September 2024, selling out in under 40 minutes and has since been trending on the charts, fueling continual follower growth on social media.

The deal incorporates Metafy merchandising, manufacturing and distributing Kumo-branded apparel, SMART toys and accessories, taking Kumo into its next stage of growth. The partnership will capitalize on Metafy’s expertise in brand monetization skills across both traditional and web3 commercial landscapes, leveraging the power of their deep-rooted distribution network across both e-tail and retail channels – in combination with the gaming and digital asset communities of Lucky Kat and parent company Fragbite Group.

“What Lucky Kat has been able to achieve through their unified blockchain gaming ecosystem, they are uniquely positioned to redefine the intersection of digital assets, gaming experiences, and real-world utility, with Kumo as the perfect embodiment of this strategy.” says Cole Gurman, CEO and Founder, Metafy.

“We’re thrilled to extend Metafy’s vision for activated products across a range of product lines that will live within both the Kumo and Lucky Kat ecosystems, starting with fully abstracted, NFC-enabled collectibles. This collaboration will empower players to bring their digital assets to life in the physical world, creating a fully connected experience that unlocks new levels of engagement and value, paving the way for the next generation of consumer crypto users.”

The first exclusive collection of Kumo-branded plushies will be released in Q1 2025 with the presale planned for Christmas 2024. The collection will merge physical products with blockchain-infused digital tie-ins, onboarding the retail consumer into the digital Kumo world via QR codes and NFC chips. Kumo buyers will also be provided benefits in the soon to be publicly launched $KOBAN token ecosystem of games.

“The market response to the Kumo NFT collection has clearly demonstrated that this brand has potential, and we are excited to be moving Kumo forward on a path very few web3 brands have ventured on before,” says Zara Zamani, CEO, Lucky Kat.

“We are fortunate to partner with Metafy who are not only highly experienced in licensing and marketing consumer products, but the perfect partner for us since they also operate in the web3 environment. Together we will leverage the Lucky Kat communities and Metafy’s expertise and distribution channels to establish Kumo as a household brand with traditional audiences.”

About Kumo:
Kumo the Kat is the clumsy but loveable brand mascot of Lucky Kat and its web3 game ecosystem. In September 2024 a collection of 2,222 unique NFTs was successfully released, offering NFTs with utility and interoperability which means the possibility of utilising Kumo across the ecosystem and enjoying continuous benefits, rewards and functions after the upcoming public launch of the $KOBAN token. Since release, Kumo has enjoyed popularity and has recently been upgraded as a dynamic NFT collection, allowing owners to swap out the characteristics of their digital cat. The NFT:s can be bought and sold on the Tradeport marketplace. For more information about Kumo visit the website or social media channels: X, Telegram and Instagram.

About Metafy:
Metafy is the prototypical unicorn – where expertise, experience and ambition have come together to seize the opportunity that the transition in the marketplace from Web 2 to Web 3 offers up. Metafy uniquely blends capabilities rooted in the analog worlds of licensed consumer product development and production, and mass market and online retailing, with the digital world of the blockchain and real-world asset (RWA) tokenization. Metafy is an IP-house in name and function, devising and executing customer engagement and brand monetization plans that leverage the places where these worlds overlap. The Metafy team has brought to market, products for frontier facing brands such as SOMO, Creepz and Pudgy Penguins. For more information about Metafy visit the website.

About Lucky Kat:
Lucky Kat is an award-winning game development studio with a portfolio of over 100 mobile games that has reached more than 250 million downloads. Lucky Kat has onboarded millions of mobile players into web3 through their interoperable gaming ecosystem and upcoming utility token $KOBAN. Currently, Lucky Kat is one of the flagship gaming projects on the rapidly growing Sui blockchain with prominent web3 games Panzerdogs and Cosmocadia. Founded in 2015 and based in the Netherlands, Lucky Kat is part of Fragbite Group, a publicly listed company active in gaming, esports and web3.

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Embracing Gratitude and Multiculturalism for Thanksgiving 2024: VIAIM’s Tribute to Singapore’s Bilingual and Multicultural Community

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SINGAPORE, Nov. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Thanksgiving is a time to reflect on gratitude, support, and the connections that make a difference. VIAIM, a leading AI technology hardware company focused on smart office solutions, has been by the side of students, professionals, and lifelong learners, helping them navigate challenges in communication and productivity. This Thanksgiving, VIAIM shares heartfelt stories from users, highlighting how its innovative Nano+ and Air earbuds enhance daily life through technology that feels personal and meaningful.

From classrooms to international offices, VIAIM’s earbuds are making communication smoother and more accessible, empowering users to thrive in multilingual environments.

Xiao Zhao, a dedicated English learner striving to improve her spoken English, shared her experience with VIAIM Nano+ earbuds. “My English teacher explains everything in class very quickly, and I often found myself struggling to keep up. Using the earbuds’ audio-to-text feature, I can easily record lessons and review the notes later at my own pace. This not only helps me retain key points but also boosts my confidence in participating during class discussions. I’ve gone from feeling shy to speaking my mind more freely,” she shared.

For Ziyou, a university student juggling a packed schedule, the VIAIM Nano+ earbuds have been a game-changer. “I use my commute time to listen to audiobooks, and with the audio recording and transcription function, I can instantly turn these into concise reading notes. This has saved me time and money on buying textbooks. The feature is also incredibly helpful for my language learning; I use it to capture and review Korean classes, creating structured study materials effortlessly,” she explained.

Qiqi, who works in a multicultural office, relies on VIAIM earbuds to bridge communication gaps. “My colleagues have a variety of accents that I used to find difficult to understand. The real-time translation function has been a lifesaver, allowing me to follow conversations seamlessly. Recently, I used the earbuds to translate a German video for a client into English, which helped resolve an issue quickly and left the client impressed. VIAIM has truly improved my productivity and confidence at work,” Qiqi said.

A Future of Connection and Innovation

VIAIM remains dedicated to breaking down communication barriers and enabling meaningful connections in every aspect of life. Whether in education, the workplace, or everyday interactions, VIAIM’s smart solutions ensure that users feel supported and empowered.

As we celebrate this season of gratitude, VIAIM extends heartfelt thanks to its users for their trust and inspiration. The company looks forward to innovating further, ensuring that language and communication are never obstacles but opportunities to connect and grow.

VIAIM warmly invites users to share their experiences with its products through @VIAIM on X. Together, we can continue building a world where technology fosters understanding and strengthens connections.

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The trading volume of green electricity in Turfan, Xinjiang exceeded 50 million kilowatt-hours

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TURFAN, China, Nov. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — As of November 24, the trading power of green power in Turfan, Xinjiang this year has reached 50.3205 million kilowatt-hours, successfully breaking through the 50 million kilowatt-hour mark, which is 7.2 times the annual trading scale last year, marking that Turfan has made remarkable progress in promoting the transformation of green energy.

Since the beginning of this year, State Grid Turfan Power Supply Company has actively responded to the national green development strategy and is committed to accelerating the construction of the green power market. Through a series of innovative measures, it has promoted the rapid growth of green power transactions in Turfan. State Grid Turfan Power Supply Company not only actively promoted the local government to issue a renewable energy consumption action plan, but also clarified the proportion of new energy consumption of key energy-using units according to local conditions, laying a solid foundation for the healthy development of the green power market.

In order to promote a high proportion of new energy to enter the market, State Grid Turfan Power Supply Company innovated the mechanism to help realize the “new energy participation in the full trading varieties 24-hour curve” trading and the continuous opening of the market on weekdays. This measure effectively adapts to the fluctuation characteristics of new energy output and improves the flexibility and efficiency of green power trading. In addition, the company has also established a green electricity green certificate service station in Gaochang District. This service platform has further opened up the “last kilometer” of customers’ green needs, providing strong support for the convenience and efficiency of green power trading.

In terms of creating a green consumption atmosphere for the whole society, the State Grid Turfan Power Supply Company also spared no effort. The company has successfully achieved 100% green electricity supply at the Tourism Development Conference of the autonomous region, and helped enterprises achieve low-carbon environmental protection transformation and enhance their international brand influence by guiding three export-oriented enterprises to purchase green electricity. These measures not only promote the green development of the local economy, but also contribute to the construction of ecological civilization in Turfan.

 

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Casio to Release Re-creation of First-Ever G-SHOCK

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TOKYO, Nov. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Casio Computer Co., Ltd. announced today the release of the latest addition to the G-SHOCK family of shock-resistant watches. The new DW-5000R re-creates the very first G-SHOCK released in 1983, DW-5000C, with meticulous faithfulness.

The launch of G-SHOCK back in 1983 ushered in an entirely new genre of toughness in wristwatch design, bringing watches into demanding environments such as construction sites and intense sports. Casio has continued to deliver innovative products and services, changing people’s lives and making the world a better place.

In honor of the occasion, Casio returned to the origins of G-SHOCK, which created an all-new market category for watches, with the desire to see the G-SHOCK brand once again create a new watch category. The result, the DW-5000R, a more faithful reproduction of DW-5000C than any other limited-edition revival of the past,[1] establishes this re-creation of the very first G-SHOCK as a standard in the Casio lineup.

[1] Past releases of limited-edition models for G-SHOCK anniversaries such as the DW-5040

The band reproduces the original DW-5000C design not only in length, but in the unevenness of the area around the band holes and even in the position of the dimples.[2] The top surface, displaying the “PROTECTION” and “G-SHOCK” letterings, features the original bezel’s flat design, and the red, blue, and yellow coloring replicates the original face design. The intense focus on evoking the look of the original extends to the most subtle details, including the stainless-steel center case and screw-lock case back engraved with the phrase “Shock Resistant.” DW-5000R is even produced at Yamagata Casio — the “mother factory” of G-SHOCK — where the original model was created.

[2] Numerous indentations on the watch band

While extremely faithful to the original, this model has also been updated with contemporary features such as a high-brightness LED backlight and a bezel and band made with bio-based resin, a material expected to help reduce environmental impact.

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