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By Annie Domini In hindsight, the New Delhi summit of G20 countries under India’s presidency, from September 8 to 10, could be seen as a one-size-fit-all type of clothing, which wrapped around deep differences of rival geopolitical blocs, primarily led by the United States on the one hand, and China-Russia on the other. India is […]

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By Girish Linganna Xi Jinping’s absence from the recent Group of 20 summit may have been a deliberate move to prevent India from taking the spotlight. However, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, along with the United States and Europe, managed to find more effective ways to challenge China’s influence on the global stage as the G-20 […]

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Cordell Broadus and Gushcloud launch inaugural WORLD CHAMP at F1 Singapore; with a full day activation at Chijmes Hall

SINGAPORE, September 11, 2023/EINPresswire.com/ — Following the successful line up of activations from last year, Cordell Broadus – Snoop Dogg’s son and top web3 entrepreneur returns to Singapore and partners with Gushcloud – homegrown global creator company to launch inaugural WORLD CHAMP alongside Asia’s premier crypto conference TOKEN2049 and Formula 1 Singapore Grand Prix 2022.

The WORLD CHAMP event will consist of an afternoon lineup of panels, fireside chats, a display of a life size art installation of a bored ape, and also a takeover of a taco restaurant at Chijmes. Following the afternoon lineup, the cathedral will be converted into an exclusive lounge celebrating Hip Hop’s 50th birthday, honouring the godfather of Hip Hop – Russell Simmons who will be present for the event. The full day event will happen on 15th September 2023, from 2pm – 1am to bring the founder and investor community in Web3, music and technology together.

“I am excited to be in Singapore again during the F1 season and to be hosting the inaugural WORLD CHAMP alongside my partner, Gushcloud. Especially during the “bear market” currently, my team and I see the importance of us bringing together and highlighting the community and founders that continue to build their projects, develop their intellectual property and invest into the ecosystem,” Cordell Broadus mentioned.

Here are select activities that will be happening at Chijmes Hall on 15 September 2023,

World Champ Partners Day – A 5 hour long public event from 2 – 7pm where Cordell Broadus will bring along founders and partners of blue chip web3 companies like Sandbox, Gorilla Gazing, Claynation, Tezos on panels and fireside conversations to discuss the future of Web3 and to share their game plans.

Hip Hop 50 Celebration – Another invite-only event where Cordell Broadus will host and honour the godfather of Hip Hop, Russell Simmons alongside top local rappers including Sheikh Haikel, Shigga Shay and Dharni.

Bored Taco Takeover – Bored Taco, a taco activation will be taking place in collaboration with Senor Taco restaurant from 3pm onwards where the first 100 tacos will be given out for free to attendees of the event.

Champ Medici: Recharge – The public can visit and take a selfie with the life-size Champ Medici inflatable installation in the middle of Chijmes hall. This 40-foot art piece aims to show the world that Champ Medici and its communities are in a constant recharging process. This piece makes its 2nd appearance in Singapore again.

Cordell adds, “Hosting World Champ in 2023 is ultra special because it is also Hip Hop’s 50th anniversary. I see this year’s activation as my tribute to the culture and for me to honour Russell Simmons who has laid the seeds to our community’s success and has laid the foundation for the next generation of entrepreneurs like me to thrive.”

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Gushcloud International is a global content and commerce company powered by the creator economy. It connects audiences and brands to influencers and content creators through representation and management, brand strategy, marketing and activation services, media production, sales and distribution, licensing and co-creating significant IP in the content, media and event spaces.

The company has four units: Gushcloud Agency, Gushcloud Entertainment, Gushcloud Studios and GC Live. With more than 300 employees, Gushcloud International operates in 11 offices globally including Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, Philippines, Vietnam, Korea, Japan, Greater China, Australia and the United States of America.

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By Harihar Swarup Prime Minister Narendra Modi has claimed credit on the eve of G20 summit for converting a heads of government meeting into “a people’s festival”. The government did well to popularize the Indian G20 agenda among people across the country and the world, even if this was something done a la Bollywood style. […]

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By Girish Linganna The 19-ton statue of the revered Hindu god Shiva, standing as a symbol of India’s determination to influence the global order, will undoubtedly catch the attention of world leaders attending the Group of 20  Summit  in  New Delhi on September 9 and 10.. The Nataraja dancing figure, an impressive 28-foot (8.5 meters) […]

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An immersive phygital experience in IMDA PIXEL by Smobler,
The Sandbox, Unstoppable Domains and Ledger in collaboration with Clay Nation

SINGAPORE, September 8, 2023/EINPresswire.com/ — Smobler, a leading metaverse architect headquartered in Singapore, has announced the debut of its phygital experience, NOVA. The event will take place at IMDA Pixel Innovation Center on September 12, ahead of TOKEN2049 and Formula 1 Singapore Grand Prix 2023.

NOVA is a celebration of the communities that are created by and connected with the Smobler ecosystem. It is an in-real-life (IRL) experience hosted in sync with large-scale crypto & web3 events to allow community members around the world to come together to meet, interact and foster collaborations in the burgeoning open metaverse.

The inaugural edition of NOVA is presented by Smobler together with The Sandbox, a leading decentralized gaming virtual world and a subsidiary of Animoca Brands; Unstoppable Domains, the largest web3 domain name provider and digital identity platform; and Ledger, the most trusted hardware wallet provider, in collaboration with Clay Nation, a multi-dimensional clay animation and digital collectible project.

“The metaverse is not a replacement of the real world but an augmentation of the varied identities we already inhabit. As we create more immersive, interoperable and pandemic proof experiences in the digital space, we still believe in the transformative power of human capital. We should never underestimate the value of a firm handshake and a genuine smile across the room. The best ideas in the world begin with a simple hello,” says Loretta Chen, Co-Founder and CEO of Smobler.

“It is important to show how the metaverse is an extension of our physical world where anyone can be creative and make connections in an inclusive virtual space to learn new skills and prepare themselves for future jobs in the digital economy. The NOVA phygital experience organized by Smobler in the heart of IMDA’s PIXEL demonstrates how Singapore is participating in this digitization movement and creating a blueprint for others to follow,” says Sebastien Borget, COO and Co-Founder of The Sandbox.

Smobler, a portfolio company of The Sandbox, has been onboarded into IMDA Pixel since June. The hub is 28,000 square feet of innovation space for ideation, experimentation and is one of the top ten launchpads in Southeast Asia.

NOVA will commence with a performance led by Andy Benjamin Cai, a veteran dancer who was chosen as the Chief Choreographer for the Singapore National Day Parade 2017 and 2022. He says, “Loretta gave me my first big break into professional theater fifteen years ago. She is known for exploring new artistic expressions, pushing the boundaries of creativity with intention, imagination and fun! I am ecstatic to pay it forward with budding creators and experimental technology!”

There will be a panel discussion moderated by Chen on “Trust Matters: Building in a Broken World”, joined by Borget, Alexandre Lemarchand, Vice President of Global Sales of Ledger, Lenna Onto, Founder and CEO of Clay Nation and Sandy Carter, COO of Unstoppable Domains.

Carter, who recently launched her book “The Tiger and The Rabbit: Harnessing the Power of the Metaverse, Web3, and AI for Business Success, A Business Fable” will share valuable lessons on digital identity, community, and data ownership as well as conduct a book signing.

“This event is powerful as it brings together the ecosystem. The power of digital identity in Web3 is a transformative force when embraced collectively by partners and users. It is the cornerstone that builds trust, enables secure interactions and empowers individuals to take control of their online presence.” Adds Sandy Carter, COO of Unstoppable Domains, “Together, we are not just navigating the digital frontier; we are shaping it, forging a path towards a more decentralized, secure, and user-centric online world.”

Another highlight of the event is the exhibition of Light and Brilliance (光宗耀祖) by Singaporean artist y/x and the launch of its digital equivalent in The Sandbox. y/x whose real name is Chua Koon Beng is also CEO of Spa Esprit Group, one of Singapore’s best known lifestyle companies,

“This is the first time that I am planning and presenting a phygital exhibition. I am heartened to be able to bring to the audience a series of works paying tribute to the late Mr. Lee Kuan Yew. This will be a deep and rich experience through a The Sandbox game that will reach out to a younger demographic across geographies alongside a physical exhibition at the Four Seasons.”

There will also be attractive giveaways and performances by Singaporean entertainers Leland and Inch Chua who will be announcing her Music For Good partnership with Smobler and The Sandbox.

NOVA is on for one day only from 10am to 2pm.

To reserve your spot, log on to https://nova2023.peatix.com/

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By Girish Linganna Home to around 520,000 people and famous for its sun-kissed atolls, the Maldives is said to be dizzyingly beautiful with underwater marine life that has complex kingdoms of corals scattered across its thousand-odd isles. The tourism website of this archipelagic country in South Asia proudly announces: ‘Swim with Whale Sharks During Your […]

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