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Leading global wine auction house Acker to host rare wine & spirits auction on 14 Oct 2023 at Marina Bay Sands, expanding its foothold in Asia & SE Asia.

NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, September 13, 2023/EINPresswire.com/ — Acker, the world’s preeminent auction house for fine wines and spirits and the oldest wine merchant in America, has marked its entry into the Singapore market, further diversifying its presence across the globe. This strategic move reinforces the company’s commitment to providing unparalleled services for discerning collectors of exquisite and rare wines and spirits globally. Acker’s inaugural auction in Singapore will be held on October 14, 2023, featuring an estimated US $6 million/ SGD $8 million of rare wines and spirits. Hosted in partnership with Marina Bay Sands and Grand Cru Wine Concierge, the private client division of Wine Portal Group, Acker will meet the demands of passionate wine enthusiasts in Singapore and cater to the thriving economy of the region.

Acker Chairman, John Kapon, remarked, “We have had our eye on Singapore for some time now, and it has a strategic importance for us in terms of expansion. Our foray into this dynamic market strengthens our foothold in Asia and increases our footprint in Southeast Asia, a region on the rise. We are eager to introduce a broader range of exceptional wines and spirits to avid collectors there, enhancing their portfolios. Our collaborations with Wine Portal and the iconic Marina Bay Sands add an exciting dimension to this announcement. We are thrilled to welcome new bidders and are excited to offer them the local expertise of Wine Portal, and the exquisite service and hospitality singular to Marina Bay Sands.”

Marina Bay Sands, architectural icon of the Singapore skyline, is a cornerstone of the city known for its luxurious hotel accommodations, an incredible collection of upscale boutiques, fine dining establishments, and more. Since its establishment in 2010, Marina Bay Sands has attracted the world’s most affluent and discerning visitors, offering the epitome of the luxury experience in Singapore.

Following the success of Park 90, Wine Portal introduced Grand Cru, a specialized Wine Concierge service tailored to private clients. Operating both a premium wine boutique and extensive online platform, Grand Cru specializes in offering premier selections of fine wine from around the world curated by its experienced sommeliers and experts.

Tracy Koo, CEO of Wine Portal, expressed her excitement about the collaboration, saying, “Partnering with Acker, the most important name in the fine wine auction arena, for one of the most anticipated wine auction events in Southeast Asia, is a true privilege. We look forward to leveraging our expertise and shared passion for fine and rare wine to craft an unforgettable experience for our community of wine enthusiasts and collectors.”

Acker’s first auction in Asia took place in Hong Kong in 2008 after the abolition of wine tariffs in the region. With lifetime auction sales approaching the $2 billion-mark, Acker is set to host its 100th Hong Kong auction on September 23.

Acker’s inaugural Singapore auction will be held at Marina Bay Sands on Saturday, October 14, streamed globally through the company’s digital bidding platform and mobile app. For advance registration, and to receive updates on the auction catalog release, visit www.ackerwines.com/Singapore or contact [email protected].

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Smobler’s CEO to share on vision, volume and value creation in the open Metaverse at iconic
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SINGAPORE, September 13, 2023/EINPresswire.com/ — Smobler, a leading metaverse architect headquartered in Singapore has announced its participation in Asia’s premier web3 and crypto conference, TOKEN2049 as a Gold Sponsor. The partnership underscores the company’s unwavering commitment to shaping the future of the creator economy and pushing the boundaries of creativity and innovation.

The landmark event is set to become the largest gathering of its kind this year as TOKEN2049 prepares itself to welcome over 10,000 attendees from over 3,500 companies. The conference is a convergence of ideas, innovations, and industry leaders. With an extensive program boasting over 300 side events and networking opportunities held from 11 to 17 September throughout the city-state of Singapore, attendees can anticipate a transformative experience that underscores Asia as a catalyst for growth and innovation in the global digital asset ecosystem.

CEO and Co-Founder of Smobler, Loretta Chen, will be delivering her keynote on “Building a Better-Verse : Creating Vision, Volume, Value in the Metaverse” on the Kucoin stage on 14 September. The session will highlight case studies where Smobler catalyzed and impacted change and illustrate how the Metaverse can be harnessed as a tool for equitable progress,

“The buzzing energy of TOKEN2049 is always intoxicating. It is humbling and exhilarating to be amidst industry pioneers, thought leaders and daring innovators who push the boundaries of technology to create viable solutions for our world’s most pressing challenges. It is truly a melting pot of art, design, education and digital innovation. It reminds us that this is an exciting time to be alive!”

TOKEN2049 is scheduled to take place from 13 to 14 September at Marina Bay Sands, just ahead of the Formula 1 Singapore Grand Prix 2023 race weekend.

About Smobler

Smobler is a turnkey metaverse architect headquartered in Singapore with a strong emphasis on blockchain based gaming, event production, outreach and education. Smobler has created a suite of world’s first projects such as a metaverse wedding, the Tools of Rock concert venue and a disability park with SG Enable. It works with legacy brands such as Airbus, Carnegie Mellon, Mahindra, DBS, Starhub and also creates innovative projects such as Metaverse for Good, the inaugural cross chain project with Clay Nation and is curating a series of proprietary IPs such as 3VEREST, Cobbleland, Ichorium Wars and Aloha Surfer. Smobler is backed by The Sandbox and Brinc. For more information, please log on to www.smoblerstudios.com

About TOKEN2049

TOKEN2049 is a premier Web3 event, organized annually in Singapore, where decision-makers in the global crypto ecosystem connect to exchange ideas, network, and shape the industry. TOKEN2049 is a global meeting place for entrepreneurs, institutions, industry insiders, investors, builders, and those with a strong interest in the crypto and blockchain industry. For more information and continued updates on TOKEN2049 Singapore, please visit: https://www.asia.token2049.com/

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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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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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