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A Frictionless Wine Collection Experience with GrtWines: New Web3 Marketplace Uncorks "The Jefferson Collection", Featuring Double Magnum Château Lafite Rothschild 2000, to Entice the Tech-savvy Generation

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Thursday, April 11, 2024
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HONG KONG, April 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- GrtWines (https://www.grtwines.com/), a pioneering Web3 wine marketplace that enables wine enthusiasts worldwide to embark on a digital wine discovery voyage using wine-backed tokens, is delighted to present "The Jefferson Collection". This exclusive series, which will release officially on 16 April, showcases an extraordinary fusion of Bordeaux wines inspired by Thomas Jefferson, the renowned US Founding Father celebrated for his deep passion for wine. Under the leadership of former CLSA Chairman Jonathan Slone, with support from wine expert and negociant Mathieu Chadronnier and internationally acclaimed wine critic James Suckling, GrtWines seamlessly unites the rich heritage of fine wines with cutting-edge blockchain technology. Through tokenizing real bottles of wines, it revolutionizes the way people discover, collect and relish in their favorite bottles with unrivaled ease and trust in their authenticity.

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  • Transcending physical boundaries for wine collection, a direct pour from 'The President's Cellar'
    "The Jefferson Collection" will make its grand debut on 16 April, bringing to life the historical richness of Jefferson's well-documented wine preferences.
  • Carefully curated, this exceptional collection features 21 tokenized Bordeaux wines, each meticulously selected to embody the historical depth of Jefferson's refined taste.
  • The company's mission is to empower younger wine enthusiasts to navigate the seemingly complex and sometimes overwhelming world of wine culture.
  • GrtWines is poised to redefine the boundaries in the world of wine, pouring forth a rich and immersive experience for wine enthusiasts and future generations.

Introducing GrtWines: New Web3 Wine Marketplace Opening Doors for Next Generations of Investors to Vintage Fine Wines with Asset Tokenization

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Thursday, April 11, 2024
Haut-Brion, CVBG, Wine, CLSA, Traction, Collection, Cryptocurrency

HONG KONG, April 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- GrtWines (https://www.grtwines.com/), a Web3 wine marketplace for enthusiasts and investors, proudly announces the official launch of its digital platform to collect, trade, and store fine wines with asset backed tokens. Launched to attract the growing appetite from new generations of collectors, GrtWines stands at the forefront of this formerly exclusive and high-performing US$441 billion market, presenting an inclusive, secure and seamless opportunity for seasoned connoisseurs and newcomers alike to access, acquire and invest in the historically lucrative asset class through tokenization.

Key Points: 
  • GrtWines' wine-backed tokens are tied to tangible, investment-grade wines, which can be easily redeemed or traded at GrtWines' marketplace, providing investors and wine collectors with the benefits of flexibility, transparency, and liquidity while ensuring the stability and long-term value of fine wines.
  • The peer-to-peer blockchain platform enables direct access and trading to fine wines, surpassing the limitations of traditional auction markets and eliminating intermediaries' involvement.
  • Traditional alternative assets such as well-aged wines, fine art and luxury watches have gained significant traction among younger buyers, serving as both portfolio diversification and elevated lifestyle.
  • We believe this experience should be accessible for all, and by pairing fine wines with tokenization, our platform will revolutionize this archaic industry and drive wine appreciation in the long run."

Introducing GrtWines: New Web3 Wine Marketplace Opening Doors for Next Generations of Investors to Vintage Fine Wines with Asset Tokenization

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Thursday, April 11, 2024
Haut-Brion, CVBG, Wine, CLSA, Traction, Collection, Cryptocurrency

HONG KONG, April 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- GrtWines (https://www.grtwines.com/), a Web3 wine marketplace for enthusiasts and investors, proudly announces the official launch of its digital platform to collect, trade, and store fine wines with asset backed tokens. Launched to attract the growing appetite from new generations of collectors, GrtWines stands at the forefront of this formerly exclusive and high-performing US$441 billion market, presenting an inclusive, secure and seamless opportunity for seasoned connoisseurs and newcomers alike to access, acquire and invest in the historically lucrative asset class through tokenization.

Key Points: 
  • GrtWines' wine-backed tokens are tied to tangible, investment-grade wines, which can be easily redeemed or traded at GrtWines' marketplace, providing investors and wine collectors with the benefits of flexibility, transparency, and liquidity while ensuring the stability and long-term value of fine wines.
  • The peer-to-peer blockchain platform enables direct access and trading to fine wines, surpassing the limitations of traditional auction markets and eliminating intermediaries' involvement.
  • Traditional alternative assets such as well-aged wines, fine art and luxury watches have gained significant traction among younger buyers, serving as both portfolio diversification and elevated lifestyle.
  • We believe this experience should be accessible for all, and by pairing fine wines with tokenization, our platform will revolutionize this archaic industry and drive wine appreciation in the long run."

Amer Sports, Inc. Announces Pricing of its Initial Public Offering

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Thursday, February 1, 2024
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Amer Sports, Inc. (“Amer Sports”), a global group of iconic sports and outdoor brands, announced today the pricing of its initial public offering of 105,000,000 ordinary shares at a public offering price of $13.00 per share.

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  • Amer Sports, Inc. (“Amer Sports”), a global group of iconic sports and outdoor brands, announced today the pricing of its initial public offering of 105,000,000 ordinary shares at a public offering price of $13.00 per share.
  • In connection with the offering, Amer Sports has granted the underwriters a 30-day option to purchase up to an additional 15,750,000 ordinary shares to cover over-allotments.
  • The closing of the offering is expected to occur on February 5, 2024 subject to the satisfaction of customary closing conditions.
  • Goldman Sachs & Co. LLC, BofA Securities, J.P. Morgan and Morgan Stanley are acting as joint book-running managers for the offering.

Amer Sports, Inc. Announces Launch of its Initial Public Offering

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Monday, January 22, 2024
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Amer Sports, Inc. (“Amer Sports”), a global group of iconic sports and outdoor brands, announced today the launch of its initial public offering of 100,000,000 ordinary shares.

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  • Amer Sports, Inc. (“Amer Sports”), a global group of iconic sports and outdoor brands, announced today the launch of its initial public offering of 100,000,000 ordinary shares.
  • The initial public offering price is currently expected to be between $16.00 and $18.00 per share.
  • Amer Sports has been approved to list its ordinary shares on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol “AS”.
  • Goldman Sachs & Co. LLC, BofA Securities, J.P. Morgan and Morgan Stanley are acting as joint book-running managers for the proposed offering.

Amer Sports, Inc. Announces Filing of Registration Statement for Proposed Initial Public Offering

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Thursday, January 4, 2024
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Amer Sports, Inc. (“Amer Sports”), a global group of iconic sports and outdoor brands, announced today that it has publicly filed a registration statement on Form F-1 (the “Registration Statement”) with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) relating to a proposed initial public offering of its ordinary shares.

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  • Amer Sports, Inc. (“Amer Sports”), a global group of iconic sports and outdoor brands, announced today that it has publicly filed a registration statement on Form F-1 (the “Registration Statement”) with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) relating to a proposed initial public offering of its ordinary shares.
  • The number of shares to be offered and the price range for the proposed offering have not yet been determined.
  • The proposed offering will be made only by means of a prospectus, which forms a part of the Registration Statement.
  • The Registration Statement relating to the proposed offering has been filed with the SEC but has not yet become effective.

Empress Therapeutics Appoints Virginia Finnerty-Brooks Chief Business Officer

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Wednesday, December 6, 2023
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Empress Therapeutics , a company accelerating small molecule drug generation through novel insights linking genes to chemistry, today announced that Virginia Finnerty-Brooks has been appointed Chief Business Officer (CBO).

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  • Empress Therapeutics , a company accelerating small molecule drug generation through novel insights linking genes to chemistry, today announced that Virginia Finnerty-Brooks has been appointed Chief Business Officer (CBO).
  • With more than 25 years of corporate development and operational experience, Ms. Finnerty-Brooks will work closely with the Empress leadership team and board to drive corporate development, including industry partnerships, academic research collaborations, and operational excellence.
  • “Virginia has repeatedly created and delivered value-generating business opportunities at companies big and small in multiple categories over the course of her career,” said Jason Park, Ph.D., Co-Founder and CEO of Empress.
  • She holds a master’s in business administration from Saint Joseph’s University and a bachelor’s degree from Temple University.

Hong Kong based Web3 and blockchain fintech fund launches with USD100m in first close.

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Wednesday, October 4, 2023
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CMCC Global raised USD100m to launch a new venture capital fund that will empower entrepreneurs in Hong Kong and beyond to build innovative Web3 companies.

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  • CMCC Global raised USD100m to launch a new venture capital fund that will empower entrepreneurs in Hong Kong and beyond to build innovative Web3 companies.
  • HONG KONG, Oct. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - Hong Kong's push towards Blockchain enabled Fintech and Web3 innovation received strong tailwind through a new fund that CMCC Global launched this week.
  • The Titan Fund has reached its fundraising target of USD100m in the first close and is supported by a number of world leading blockchain investors.
  • The Titan Fund is an institutional grade fund with State Street as the fund administrator and EY as the auditor.

QuantaSing Group Limited Announces Pricing of Initial Public Offering

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Wednesday, January 25, 2023
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BEIJING, Jan. 25, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- QuantaSing Group Limited (“QuantaSing” or the “Company”), a leading online learning service provider in China, today announced the pricing of its initial public offering (the “Offering”) of 3,250,000 American Depositary Shares (“ADSs”), each one ADS representing three Class A ordinary shares of the Company with par value of US$0.0001 per share, at a price to the public of US$12.50 per ADS for a total offering size of approximately US40.63 million, assuming the underwriters do not exercise their option to purchase additional ADSs.

Key Points: 
  • BEIJING, Jan. 25, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- QuantaSing Group Limited (“QuantaSing” or the “Company”), a leading online learning service provider in China, today announced the pricing of its initial public offering (the “Offering”) of 3,250,000 American Depositary Shares (“ADSs”), each one ADS representing three Class A ordinary shares of the Company with par value of US$0.0001 per share, at a price to the public of US$12.50 per ADS for a total offering size of approximately US40.63 million, assuming the underwriters do not exercise their option to purchase additional ADSs.
  • Citigroup Global Markets Inc. and China International Capital Corporation Hong Kong Securities Limited are acting as representatives of the underwriters of the Offering, and US Tiger Securities, Inc., CLSA Limited, and Univest Securities LLC are acting as underwriters for the Offering.
  • The Company's registration statement relating to the offering has been filed with, and declared effective by, the United States Securities and Exchange Commission.
  • The offering is being made only by means of a prospectus forming a part of the effective registration statement.

HungryPanda Hosted the First Ever Global Chinese Food Delivery Industry Trend Summit

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Friday, December 9, 2022
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MELBOURNE, Australia, Dec. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- On December 8, 2022, HungryPanda hosted its first ever Golden Panda Award Gala at The Grand Ballroom- Sofitel Melbourne on Collins.

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  • "We are excited to partner with HungryPanda to further develop sustainable practices in the food delivery industry and promote this new rewarding concept for merchants and riders.
  • Since 2017, HungryPanda has empowered the International Chinese delivery industry through its global expansion, accumulation of operational experience and user behavior data and most importantly, its community involvement and giving.
  • As the largest overseas Asian food delivery platform, HungryPanda is committed to improving the supporting the development of overseas Asian communities.
  • Besides, HungryPanda is awarded in the Deloitte 2021 UK Technology Fast 50, making the company the only food delivery platform in the ranking.