– The event signifies a joint venture from ESI and Redd+E, with both companies committing to a closer and wider long term collaboration for esports and gaming business and activities in the region – ESI Singapore will see 200+ attendees, 50+ speakers and two jam-packed days of in-person learning, discussion, networking and entertainment – There will be a focus on Web3 applications in esports, the wider commercial challenges and opportunities, investment, esports ecosystem deep dives and more – The Clutch, ESI’s prestigious pitch investment competition, returns in a physical format – Tickets are available now with an Early bird promotion…
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The Director-General of Investment Promotion of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, Mr Stephen Phillips, today (May 29) started his duty visit to Doha, Abu Dhabi, Dubai and Kuwait in the Middle East, and Amsterdam, Lisbon and Madrid in Europe as part of the latest efforts of Invest Hong Kong (InvestHK) to promote Hong Kong’s business attractions. During the visit, Mr Phillips will meet with business leaders from various sectors including innovation and technology, financial services and family offices, fintech, business and professional services, tourism and hospitality, and transport, infrastructure and advanced manufacturing. He will also speak at three events…
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