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Big Deck Energy: Shardbound Open Beta Launches October 9

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4 hours ago

October 2, 2024

100,000 Pre-registered Players Will Gain Access to one of the Most Highly Anticipated Titles of the Year

SAN MATEO, Calif., Oct. 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Bazooka Tango, the creative minds behind Shardbound, are opening the gates to their highly anticipated Open Beta on October 9, launching simultaneously on Steam and Epic Games Store. With over 100,000 pre-registered players eagerly awaiting the game’s release, Shardbound is primed to deliver an experience that’s as thrilling to watch as it is to play.

For fans of strategy card games, Shardbound doesn’t just ask players to outwit their opponents — it demands they do it in style. Every match is crafted to be watchable: high-stakes, clear decision-making, and jaw-dropping swings in momentum keep both players and viewers on the edge of their seats. Whether you’re playing or spectating, every trap laid, every bold move, and every near-miss will have you gasping and grinning.

“Launching Shardbound on Steam is a massive milestone for us,” said Bo Daly, Co-Founder and CEO of Bazooka Tango. “We’ve crafted a game that’s not just fun to play — it’s exciting to watch. We’ve dialed up the intensity, designed huge, game-changing moments, and created a world that players will want to return to again and again.”

With its bright, colorful world and immersive lore, Shardbound breaks free from the usual grimness of tactical games. The game’s lush environments, rich storytelling, and vivid characters create a world players can imagine living in. It’s a place where creativity and beauty thrive, offering a sense of wonder and adventure that contrasts starkly with the desolation of other games.

“We didn’t want Shardbound to feel like another dark, post-apocalyptic battlefield,” said Daly. “We envisioned a world where art, culture, and beauty still thrive — a place that’s full of sunshine, lush flora, and people who cherish creativity as much as strategy.”

Upcoming Features in the Open Beta:

Real-Time Thrills: Viewers can jump into matches mid-game and still get hooked. Every match is full of pendulum swings, where the winner can change with one well-timed move.Clear, Punchy Gameplay: With bold, obvious choices and strategic traps, every player action is visceral and exciting, even for first-time viewers.Bright and Lush World: Shardbound’s richly detailed world is alive with flora, fauna, and sunshine — a place worth defending and exploring.Exclusive Rewards: Pre-register before 10/3 to earn an exclusive playable card when the next Open Beta phase kicks off.

Built in partnership with Immutable Games, a leader in web3 game development and publishing, Shardbound is not just a game; it’s an experience built for both players and spectators. Dive into the action, outsmart your opponents, and immerse yourself in a world where beauty and strategy go hand in hand.

For more information on Shardbound, visit https://www.shardbound.com/ or join the Shardbound community on X, Discord, Twitch, and Facebook.

About Bazooka Tango
At Bazooka Tango, we believe games should be more than just experiences—they should be playgrounds for creativity, competition, and connection. Our mission is to craft games that are as thrilling to watch as they are to play, focusing on immersive gameplay that brings players together.

With decades of expertise across PC, mobile, and console, we’re passionate about pushing the boundaries of competitive play. Our flagship title, Shardbound, sets the stage for what’s to come as we continue to shape the future of tactical gaming.

At Bazooka Tango, Your Games. Your Playground.

For more information, visit: https://www.bazookatango.com/ or follow us on X.

About Immutable Games
Immutable Games is a global leader in web3 game development and publishing, backed by a world-class team who have proven track records of bringing games to millions of players. As the gaming-focused arm of Immutable, the leading web3 gaming company, Immutable Games has pioneered the world’s first blockbuster NFT trading-card game Gods Unchained and is currently building the highly anticipated mobile RPG Guild of Guardians.

Alongside its own high-quality titles, Immutable Games partners with third-party game developers to provide them with best-in-class strategy and execution expertise aimed at ensuring the success of every web3 game deployed within the Immutable ecosystem.

Immutable Games is guided by its mission to redefine gaming for generations to come, by developing innovative and engaging experiences that empower players with true ownership, value, and creative expression.

For more information, please visit: https://www.immutable.com/games-studio

Join the Immutable community on Discord, Reddit, Twitter, Instagram, Telegram and Youtube

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Experience the Innovation: MyCONECT Launches at Nostalgia Hotel, Singapore

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2 mins ago

October 3, 2024

Nostalgia Hotel Enhances Guest Experience with MyCONECT App, Streamlining Services and Cutting Check-In Times by 70%.

SINGAPORE, Oct. 2, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — MyCONECT.biz, a pioneering provider of platform solutions for the hospitality industry, is thrilled to announce the successful onboarding of their first customer in Singapore: Nostalgia Hotel. This partnership highlights MyCONECT’s commitment to enhancing guest services through a unique digital ecosystem, specifically tailored to optimize business operations and elevate the guest experience.

Nostalgia Hotel, known for its charm and exceptional service, is now adopting MyCONECT’s innovative suite of applications, including the Guest App and Staff Apps. These tools enable the hotel to streamline various services, from room make-up requests to self-check-in/check-out with E-Visitor Authentication (EVA), ensuring a seamless and delightful stay for their guests. With the integration of EVA, the manual process of checking guests’ passports for stay validity will be automated and the check-in time is expected to be reduced by up to 70%. This will in turn free up the front office staff so they can spend more time engaging guests. In addition, the system will eliminate the large amounts of paperwork previously required from the front office staff and enhance productivity and efficiency.

The app’s intuitive interface and user-friendly features have been well-received by Nostalgia Hotel guests. “The MyCONECT app has been a game-changer for our guests,” remarked Colleen Chan, General Manager of Nostalgia Hotel. “It has streamlined the check-in process, reduced front desk inquiries, and enhanced overall guest satisfaction.”

James Kim, Founder of MyCONECT.biz, shared his vision for the partnership: “Nostalgia Hotel is the perfect launch partner for MyCONECT in Singapore. Our platform is designed to create a cohesive and personalized digital ecosystem for hotels, and seeing it come to life at a property like Nostalgia is incredibly rewarding. We look forward to transforming guest services, and launching more solutions across the region.”

For guests at Nostalgia Hotel, the MyCONECT app is a new digital tool designed to streamline guest services and enhance their overall stay experience. With features like on-demand room servicing, E-Visitor Authentication for self-check-in/check-out, and real-time service requests, the app ensures convenience is just a scan away. Guests can simply download MyCONECT by scanning a QR code available across the hotel or by searching for “MyCONECT” in their app store, signing up, and enjoying a smoother, more personalized stay.

The implementation of MyCONECT at Nostalgia Hotel allows guests to effortlessly connect to services such as advance booking, self-check-in and check-out, and real-time service requests, making their stay more comfortable and enjoyable. MyCONECT not only provides these conveniences but also offers other customizable solutions like digital keys, staff communication, two-way PMS integration, and smart valet solutions, further enhancing the guest experience and operational efficiency.

MyCONECT has also signed contracts with J Suites International and Hotel Ciputra Jakarta and plans to develop a PMS interface to showcase to hotel guests soon.

For more information about MyCONECT and their innovative solutions, visit http://www.myconect.biz.

Media Contact

Aishwarya Selvan, MyConect Co., Ltd., +821098015563, aishwarya.selvan@myconect.biz, https://www.myconect.biz/

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TOTAL PLAY ISSUES $2,500 MILLION PESOS OF SECURED CERTIFICADOS BURSATILES

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2 mins ago

October 3, 2024

MEXICO CITY, Oct. 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Total Play Telecomunicaciones, S.A.P.I. de C.V. (“Total Play”), a leading telecommunications company in Mexico, which offers internet access, pay television and telephony services, through one of the largest 100% fiber optic networks in the country, announced today it successfully issued Secured Certificados Bursátiles for $ 2,500 million pesos, at three years and at a rate of TIIE + 300 basis points. The proceeds will be used to strengthen the company’s working capital.

The issuance represents a vote of confidence from the financial community in the growing cash generation of Total Play, the company’s financial strength and the favorable business prospects.

About Total Play

Total Play is a leading Triple Play provider in Mexico that, thanks to the widest direct-to-home fiber optic network in the country, offers entertainment and technologically advanced services with the highest quality and speed in the market. For the latest news and updates about Total Play, visit: www.totalplay.com.mx.

Total Play is a Grupo Salinas company (www.gruposalinas.com), a group of dynamic, fast-growing, and technologically advanced companies focused on creating economic value through market innovation and goods and services that improve standards of living; social value to improve community well-being; and environmental value by reducing the negative impact of its business activities. Created by Mexican entrepreneur Ricardo B. Salinas (www.ricardosalinas.com), Grupo Salinas operates as a management development and decision forum for the top leaders of member companies. Each of the Grupo Salinas companies operates independently, with its own management, board of directors, and shareholders. Grupo Salinas has no equity holdings. The group of companies shares a common vision, values, and strategies for achieving rapid growth, superior results, and world-class performance.

Except for historical information, the matters discussed in this press release are concepts about the future that involve risks and uncertainty that may cause actual results to differ materially from those projected. Other risks that may affect Total Play and its subsidiaries are presented in documents sent to the securities authorities.

Investor Relations:

Bruno Rangel

Rolando Villarreal

+ 52 (55) 1720 9167

jrangelk@totalplay.com.mx

rvillarreal@totalplay.com.mx

Press Relations:

Luciano Pascoe

Tel. +52 (55) 1720 1313 ext. 36553

lpascoe@gruposalinas.com.mx

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Payment Asia to Support Digital Transformation in Hong Kong’s F&B Industry

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2 mins ago

October 3, 2024

HONG KONG, Oct. 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Payment Asia is excited to announce a new initiative to empower small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Food and Beverage (F&B) sector and help them expand their businesses. In the exclusive collaboration with PAO Bank Limited (PAObank), the first virtual bank in Hong Kong specializing in SME banking services, Payment Asia aims to help local restaurants and food businesses enhance cash flow and expedite digital transformation, enabling them to capitalize on emerging opportunities in the rapidly evolving market.

Payment Asia offers a comprehensive range of electronic payment solutions for SME enterprises. Through one of its business units, PA Financial, which operates as a licensed financial service provider in Hong Kong, the company facilitates the seamless integration of loan applications with comprehensive digital marketing services, creating a convenient one-stop channel for SMEs looking to expand their businesses and improve liquidity.

As one of the leading virtual banks focused on SMEs in Hong Kong, PAObank offers a range of convenient and cost-effective digital financial solutions designed specifically for SMEs, supporting them in seizing market opportunities.

“We are proud to partner with PAObank to support the F&B industry in Hong Kong,” said Paul Tang, COO at Payment Asia. “This collaboration represents our commitment to empowering local businesses through innovative financial solutions and helping them thrive in a digital-first environment.”

Hannah Hui, Deputy Chief Executive at PAObank, stated, “PAObank is fully committed to supporting the business needs of SMEs, and our partnership with Payment Asia enables us to build stronger connections with SMEs in the F&B sector. Leveraging PAObank’s fintech capabilities, we aim to bridge the gap between traditional financing and restaurant owners’ capital needs, providing them with the sufficient cash reserves they need in an increasingly competitive marketplace.”

In support of this initiative, Payment Asia and PAO Bank will host a free seminar next week to share the latest digital marketing strategies and F&B business trends. This event serves as an excellent opportunity for local F&B entrepreneurs to gain valuable insights and guidance tailored to their specific needs.

Seminar theme: Seizing the Opportunity-The Path to Digital Transformation in the F&B Industry
Date: October 10, 2024
Time: 15:00
Venue: 17F, Upper Living, 165 Hoi Bun Road, Kwun Tong, Hong Kong
Contact: efactor@paymentasia.com

About Payment Asia
Established in 1999, Payment Asia has been committed to providing innovative online payment technology, and electronic payment solutions for SME enterprises and even multinational companies in Asia. Payment Asia prepares simple and time-saving online payment systems for customers, covering credit cards, debit cards, e-wallets, and tailor-made omnichannel payment solutions including digital asset gateway for enterprises. In the past 10 years, we have actively innovated and added elements such as digital marketing, e-commerce solutions, and AI consulting to our business to meet the needs of merchants. Payment Asia has developed rapidly and has served more than 12,000 local and overseas merchants.

About PAO Bank Limited
PAO Bank Limited (“PAObank”), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Lufax Holding Ltd (“Lufax”) (SEHK: 6623; NYSE: LU) and a member of Ping An Insurance (Group) Company of China, Ltd. (“Ping An“) (SEHK: 2318; SSE: 601318), is committed to fostering financial inclusion and establishing a virtual banking ecosystem by leveraging its extensive experience in SME banking services and its leading financial technology advantages. PAObank was granted a banking licence by the Hong Kong Monetary Authority in May 2019 to offer banking services via digital channels. PAObank is expanding diverse business segments including retail banking and SME banking.

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