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Carousell Group Raises US$100 Million From STIC Investments to Accelerate Classifieds 4.0 In Greater Southeast Asia

Valued at US$1.1 billion, the regional leader of classifieds will continue to cement its front-runner position across Goods, Autos and Property verticals, and accelerate its transactional push into re-commerce Carousell Group , the leading classifieds group in Greater Southeast Asia, today announced that it has secured an investment of US$100 million to accelerate its leadership in the region, and to reimagine the classifieds experience with a focus on convenience and trust, to make secondhand the first choice. This round of funding, led by STIC Investments, a leading Korean private equity that invests across Asia, marks a significant milestone that will bring Carousell’s valuation to US$1.1 billion. The investment will power the group’s ambitions to redefine commerce for secondhand goods and automobiles in an increasingly digitally savvy, affluent and sustainability-conscious region. Quek Siu Rui, Co-Founder, Carousell “The pandemic has shown us that our mission to inspire the world t...

A Big Screen without the Big Price Tag with Galaxy A03s

Always wanted a big screen without too hefty a price? Then Samsung’s Galaxy A03s is here for you! This entry-level smartphone is perfect for younger kids, students or even the elderly that are looking for a new smartphone. For you to see more of your family and friends on screen during calls, the Galaxy A03s has a large 6.5” Infinity-V display [1] to give you an uninterrupted view with its near bezel-less design. You also get to watch your videos in a clear HD+ display and 20:9 aspect ratio for more immersive cinematic viewing. The Galaxy A03s also supports a Dolby ATMOS [2] sound system to provide a better 3D, surround sound experience. If you worry about the sound bothering people at night, the phone has a 3.5 Pi earphone jack ready, or simply connect your Galaxy Buds via Bluetooth. With Dark Mode available, you can protect your eyes from unnecessary strain as well when you use your phone well into the night. The Galaxy A03s runs on a One UI Core [3] that let users navigate its i...

Sun Life Malaysia Urges Continued Focus On Diabetes Prevention

Brighter Health Programme Offers Complimentary Blood Glucose Check-Ups To 12,000 Malaysians Malaysia has one of the highest diabetes prevalence rate in Asia with nearly 3.9 million Malaysian adults suffering from diabetes, according to the National Health and Morbidity Survey (NHMS) 2019. As part of its on-going efforts in championing diabetes awareness and prevention, Sun Life Malaysia, a life insurance and family takaful provider, has once again introduced its ‘Brighter Health Blood Glucose Screening Programme’ to provide complimentary blood glucose screening to 12,000 Malaysians nationwide. Raymond Lew, CEO and President/Country Head of Sun Life Malaysia said, “As the nation continues to fight against the COVID-19 pandemic, it is important that we do not lose sight of the prevention and treatment of non-communicable diseases which are equally life-threatening. Many people have been delaying the much needed health services to diagnose and treat these diseases since the pandemic began...

iQiyi Set To Thrill Audiences With New K-Suspense Series “Jirisan”

The series starring Gianna Jun and Ju Ji-hoon will premiere in October The Asian entertainment streaming leader, iQiyi announces that its highly-anticipated original Korean drama Jirisan will premiere in October on iQiyi International, in a simulcast with Korea. Created by director Lee Eung-bok (Goblin, Descendants Of The Sun) and writer Kim Eun-hee (Kingdom, Signal), the suspense series stars Gianna Jun and Ju Ji-hoon. The teaser trailer for Jirisan, released today (Sept 13), offers a sneak peak of the magnificent landscape of the titular Jirisan mountain, the tallest mountain in mainland South Korea. The mysterious ambiance of the stormy forest setting hints at the unspeakable secrets embedded in the show’s plot. The clip features Gianna Jun’s character, a fearless national park ranger, decked out in professional mountain gear and trekking alone. Showing no signs of distress as she faces the challenges posed by Mother Nature, she perseveres in her job of rescuing people in need. Jiri...

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 5G: Serving Iconic Looks, Starting with You

Confidence is more than how you speak or carry yourself in public. Often times, confidence is first reflected through your outfit and personal accessories. For the confident and fashionable who excel at serving looks, you should look no further than the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 5G to transform your every #ootd moment to a daring, bold, statement. The Galaxy Z Flip3 5G is built for the fast-paced lifestyle of a fashionista, and it’s got the right stuff to prove it! Designed to find your perfect angle, the Galaxy Z Flip3 5G comes packed with intuitive features such as Hands-Free Selfies, which you can take via Flex Mode [1] to ensure you can pose freely, wherever you want. You also have the option of super quick selfies via Quick Shot if you ever need to capture a precious moment without having to waste a second out of it. A strong personality can often act like a magnet to attract the proper attention you want. In this same light, the Galaxy Z Flip3 5G understands the importance of expre...

Experts: Cyber-capacity building in APAC should involve growing talent pool, regional cooperation and public-private partnerships

The 3rd Online Policy Forum presented by Kaspersky zeroes in on the region’s cyber resources, expertise gap amidst rapid digitalisation What are the real needs and goals of Asia Pacific (APAC) countries in cyber capacity building, education, and awareness? Whose role is it to play in ensuring these goals are met – it is necessarily the State to bear this burden? These are the burning questions addressed during Kaspersky’s APAC Online Policy Forum III with the theme “Greater Cyber-resilience through Cyber Capacity Building”. The virtual forum was joined by a high-level panel of speakers from the region including: Mr. Craig Jones , INTERPOL Cybercrime Director Professor Li Yuxiao , Vice President of the Chinese Academy of Cyberspace Studies; and Secretary General of the Cyber Security Association of China Professor Seungjoo Kim , Professor of the School of Cybersecurity of Korea University; Head of the Department of Cyber Defense of Korea University; and Member of the Presidential Commit...

Reconnect over a cup of tea this Teh Tarik Day with Lipton!

Lipton encourages Malaysians to create quality connections with their loved Teh Tarik has always been a staple in Malaysian culture, be it a family gathering around the table, friends catching up on lost time during a mamak session, or simply just someone new you’ve met - every connection grows stronger over a cup of Teh Tarik. However, extended lockdowns throughout the country have put a pause to the regular teh tarik sessions, separating us from not just the cup of smooth milky tea, but with the loved ones we enjoy it with as well. Under the campaign umbrella of ‘Sekuat Rasa Teh, Seerat Ikatan Kasih’, Lipton is calling all Malaysians to celebrate Teh Tarik Day by restoring the quality connections this coming 15th September onwards. Despite the distance, Lipton wants to encourage Malaysians to reconnect again with a unique message straight from your heart on www.liptontehtarikday.com . Inspired by the way Malaysians from all walks of life are united with their love for Teh Tarik, the...

#TeamUnstoppable Not Letting the Haters Win

How far would you go to pursue your goals if you had to face negative comments on your physique while having a stutter that made you an easy target for haters? Imran Aqil could have easily avoided the taunts and hurtful comments by not pursuing his dreams; instead he took it upon himself to ignore the haters and looked to building his confidence by working on his stutter and improving his communication and leadership skills. Today, he’s a successful content creator, actor and social volunteer and he wants his peers to know that they too can defy the odds and find their voice. As a member of Samsung’s #TeamUnstoppable - a group of young individuals across Southeast Asia who have defied all odds in pursuing their passions - Imran seeks to inspire his peers to make a positive impact on themselves and their communities. #TeamUnstoppable is Samsung’s latest regional brand campaign to rally Gen Zs and millennials in Southeast Asia to push their boundaries and pursue their passions. Besides I...

More than 70,000 new local MSMEs benefitted from Shopee 9.9 Super Shopping Day on the back of robust shopping activities

Shopee Malaysia saw a robust start to the year-end shopping season and its continuous push for digitalisation paying off this 9.9 Super Shopping Day. It reported that its flagship shopping festival had successfully benefitted over 70,000 new local micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) who participated in the sale for the first time ever. Meanwhile, the top 50 local MSMEs across the platform — based on single-day revenue performance — recorded an average sale of about RM350,000 each as Malaysians adopted a “shop local first” approach. Sellers also saw a spike in sales during the 12AM - 2AM Midnight Madness Sale as user traffic surged 3 times as compared to an average day in the first two hours of 9 September. Terence Pang Terence Pang, Chief Operating Officer at Shopee said, “We are extremely heartened by the strong enthusiasm and support for our 9.9 Super Shopping Day. As we all still grapple with the ongoing pandemic, we are humbled to play a part in providing local seller...

MILO® Releases Commemorative Limited Edition Tins Honouring the Malaysian Spirit for Merdeka and Malaysia Day

Exclusively-designed MILO® 1.5kg Tins in collaboration with Loka Made come with an augmented reality (AR) feature and opportunity to win MILO® merchandise. MILO® is honouring the strength and the never-give-up spirit of Malaysians this Merdeka and Malaysia Day season. In a collaboration with homegrown creative brand, Loka Made, MILO® has released its commemorative Limited Edition 1.5kg Tin 2021 Collection that depicts this uniquely MILO® and Malaysia story as part of its annual tradition of delighting fans with the much-coveted collector’s item which, in a first this year, is enhanced with an augmented reality (AR) feature. Having nourished Malaysians for over 70 years with the goodness of malt, milk, cocoa and a blend of six vitamins and three minerals essential in providing the energy to take on the day – as well as the distinctive, inimitable choco-malty taste beloved by generations – MILO® has woven itself into the fabric of Malaysian society, becoming intrinsically inseparable fro...

Going to Langkawi?: Here is what you need to know before booking your Langkawi flight

Improved & enhanced self-check-in system with instant health document verification awaits travellers As AirAsia returns to the skies with one of their most popular domestic leisure destinations - Langkawi, commencing from 16 September, Airasia wish to assure guests that their health and wellbeing is paramount, throughout the entire journey. AirAsia has undertaken numerous contactless technological innovations and improvements that will allow you to travel with enhanced comfort and provide a hassle-free door-to-door experience. Guests can look forward to a convenient and seamless self-check-in feature that allows for easy uploading and instant verification of health and vaccination documents via the airasia Super App, before heading to the airport. Which means, no more queuing at the counters or crowding at the airport. AirAsia has robust procedures in place to maintain the highest safety standards at all times, including by having only fully-vaccinated flight crew to operate their ...

Unboxing The New Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 5G: The new way of expressing, capturing, and socializing

Like fashion, the trend of smartphones seems always to repeat itself. In the 1990s, foldable phones were once the king of the tech industry. The flip phone or clamshell is a mobile phone form factor in two or more sections that fold via a hinge. The revolution of flip phones is said to be started in 1996 when the first flip phones were introduced to public consumers. Although the trend of flip phones seems to have slowed down in the early 2010s, now, the trend of folding phones has re-emerged and, of course, with much more sophisticated technology and a more elegant design than ever. Along with the development of smartphone technology and design, during the Galaxy Unpacked: Get Ready To Unfold event on 11 August 2021, Samsung has launched two smart devices that are quite appealing to fans of smart devices and technology geeks. On top of launching the new generation of Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3, Samsung has also introduced the second generation Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 5G. This smartphone i...