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Associated Press
2 days ago
- Business
- Associated Press
The Generation Essentials Group and Black Spade II Secure Shareholder Approval for NYSE-Listed Business Combination
PARIS & NEW YORK & SINGAPORE--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jun 2, 2025-- The Generation Essentials Group ('TGE') and Black Spade Acquisition II Co (NASDAQ: BSII) ('Black Spade II') announced that their previously proposed business combination (the 'Business Combination') was approved at an extraordinary general meeting of Black Spade II's shareholders on May 30, 2025. The Business Combination is expected to close on June 3, 2025. Upon closing, TGE will become the publicly traded entity, with its Class A ordinary shares and warrants to be listed under the ticker symbols 'TGE' and 'TGEWS', respectively, on the New York Stock Exchange and NYSE American. About The Generation Essentials Group (formerly known as World Media and Entertainment Universal Inc.) The Generation Essentials Group, jointly established by AMTD Group, AMTD IDEA Group (NYSE: AMTD; SGX: HKB) and AMTD Digital Inc. (NYSE: HKD), is headquartered in France and focuses on global strategies and developments in multi-media, entertainment, and cultural affairs worldwide as well as hospitality and VIP services. TGE comprises L'Officiel, The Art Newspaper, movie and entertainment projects. Collectively, TGE is a diversified portfolio of media and entertainment businesses, and a global portfolio of premium properties. About Black Spade Acquisition II Co Black Spade Acquisition II Co ('Black Spade II') is a blank check company incorporated for the purpose of effecting a business combination (Special Purpose Acquisition Company or SPAC). Listed on the Nasdaq, Black Spade II was founded by Black Spade Capital, which runs a global portfolio consisting of a wide spectrum of cross-border investments, and consistently seeks to add new investment projects and opportunities to its portfolio. Black Spade II is Black Spade Capital's second SPAC. Black Spade Capital's first SPAC completed its business combination with VinFast Auto Ltd., a Vietnamese electric vehicle company, in August 2023. At the time, it was the third largest ever de-SPAC by deal value (based on Dealogic data available through April 2024). About AMTD Group AMTD Group is a conglomerate with a core business portfolio spanning across media and entertainment, education and training, and premium assets and hospitality sectors. About AMTD IDEA Group AMTD IDEA Group (NYSE: AMTD; SGX: HKB) represents a diversified institution and digital solutions group connecting companies and investors with global markets. Its comprehensive one-stop business services plus digital solutions platform addresses different clients' diverse and inter-connected business needs and digital requirements across all phases of their life cycles. AMTD IDEA Group is uniquely positioned as an active super connector between clients, business partners, investee companies, and investors, connecting the East and the West. For more information, please visit or follow us on X (formerly known as 'Twitter') at @AMTDGroup. About AMTD Digital Inc. AMTD Digital Inc. (NYSE: HKD) is a comprehensive digital solutions platform headquartered in France. Its one-stop digital solutions platform operates key business lines including digital media, content and marketing services, investments as well as hospitality and VIP services. For AMTD Digital's announcements, please visit Safe Harbor Statement This press release contains statements that may constitute 'forward-looking' statements pursuant to the 'safe harbor' provisions of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements can be identified by terminology such as 'will,' 'expects,' 'anticipates,' 'aims,' 'future,' 'intends,' 'plans,' 'believes,' 'estimates,' 'likely to,' and similar statements. Statements that are not historical facts, including statements about the beliefs, plans, and expectations of AMTD IDEA Group and/or AMTD Digital, are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements involve inherent risks and uncertainties. Further information regarding these and other risks is included in the filings of AMTD IDEA Group and/or AMTD Digital with the SEC. All information provided in this press release is as of the date of this press release, and neither AMTD IDEA Group nor AMTD Digital undertakes any obligation to update any forward-looking statement, except as required under applicable law. View source version on CONTACT: For AMTD IDEA Group: IR Office AMTD IDEA Group EMAIL:[email protected] For AMTD Digital Inc.: IR Office AMTD Digital Inc. EMAIL:[email protected] KEYWORD: NEW YORK UNITED STATES FRANCE SINGAPORE SOUTHEAST ASIA NORTH AMERICA ASIA PACIFIC EUROPE INDUSTRY KEYWORD: COMMUNICATIONS MEDIA GENERAL ENTERTAINMENT ENTERTAINMENT DIGITAL MARKETING SOURCE: AMTD Digital Inc. Copyright Business Wire 2025. PUB: 06/02/2025 10:13 AM/DISC: 06/02/2025 10:12 AM
Associated Press
23-05-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
AMTD Movie "A Gilded Game" Exceeded USD36 Million in Box Office in 23 Days
PARIS & NEW YORK & SINGAPORE--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 23, 2025-- AMTD Group Inc. ('AMTD' or the 'Group'), alongside The Generation Essentials Group ('TGE'), a subsidiary of the Group under AMTD Digital, jointly announced that AMTD's latest release, A Gilded Game (the 'Movie'), continues to garner widespread enthusiasm from audiences. In just 23 days since its launch, the Movie has grossed over RMB263 million and attracted approximately 6.58 million viewers. Among all films currently screening in China, the Movie has recorded the highest average attendance per session over the past nine consecutive days and maintained the highest theatre occupancy rate over the past two days. It experienced counter-trend growth in box office, with its market performance steadily gaining momentum. The Movie's success extends beyond Chinese Mainland, with releases in Hong Kong SAR, Malaysia, North America, Australia, and New Zealand etc., where it continues to garner positive reviews and widespread acclaim. AMTD is the production company of the Movie, with Dr. Calvin Choi, founder of AMTD IDEA Group and AMTD Digital, serving as both producer and executive producer. About AMTD Group AMTD Group is a conglomerate with a core business portfolio spanning across media and entertainment, education and training, and premium assets and hospitality sectors. About AMTD IDEA Group AMTD IDEA Group (NYSE: AMTD; SGX: HKB) represents a diversified institution and digital solutions group connecting companies and investors with global markets. Its comprehensive one-stop business services plus digital solutions platform addresses different clients' diverse and inter-connected business needs and digital requirements across all phases of their life cycles. AMTD IDEA Group is uniquely positioned as an active super connector between clients, business partners, investee companies, and investors, connecting the East and the West. For more information, please visit or follow us on X (formerly known as 'Twitter') at @AMTDGroup. About AMTD Digital Inc. AMTD Digital Inc. (NYSE: HKD) is a comprehensive digital solutions platform headquartered in France. Its one-stop digital solutions platform operates key business lines including digital media, content and marketing services, investments as well as hospitality and VIP services. For AMTD Digital's announcements, please visit Safe Harbor Statement This press release contains statements that may constitute 'forward-looking' statements pursuant to the 'safe harbor' provisions of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements can be identified by terminology such as 'will,' 'expects,' 'anticipates,' 'aims,' 'future,' 'intends,' 'plans,' 'believes,' 'estimates,' 'likely to,' and similar statements. Statements that are not historical facts, including statements about the beliefs, plans, and expectations of AMTD IDEA Group and/or AMTD Digital, are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements involve inherent risks and uncertainties. Further information regarding these and other risks is included in the filings of AMTD IDEA Group and/or AMTD Digital with the SEC. All information provided in this press release is as of the date of this press release, and neither AMTD IDEA Group nor AMTD Digital undertakes any obligation to update any forward-looking statement, except as required under applicable law. View source version on CONTACT: For AMTD IDEA Group: IR Office AMTD IDEA Group EMAIL:[email protected] For AMTD Digital Inc.: IR Office AMTD Digital Inc. EMAIL:[email protected] KEYWORD: UNITED STATES FRANCE SINGAPORE SOUTHEAST ASIA NORTH AMERICA ASIA PACIFIC EUROPE NEW YORK INDUSTRY KEYWORD: OTHER ENTERTAINMENT GENERAL ENTERTAINMENT ENTERTAINMENT FILM & MOTION PICTURES SOURCE: AMTD IDEA Group Copyright Business Wire 2025. PUB: 05/23/2025 09:18 AM/DISC: 05/23/2025 09:17 AM
Yahoo
02-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
AMTD's Successful "ART OF LUXURY" Magazine Trademark Registrations and Ongoing Successes in Protection of Intellectual Property
PARIS & NEW YORK & SINGAPORE, April 02, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--AMTD Group Inc. ("AMTD" or the "Group"), alongside The Generation Essentials Group, a subsidiary of the Group under AMTD Digital, jointly announced that we have successfully registered our ART OF LUXURY trademark (the "Mark"). The registrations cover the following classes under the International Classification of Goods and Services for the Purposes of the Registration of Marks established by the Nice Agreement (the "Nice Classification"): Class 9 - Downloadable computer software applications for use in viewing, storing and organizing electronic publications, etc.; Class 16 - Printed publications, etc.; Class 43 - Provision of food and drink; hotels, canteen, cafeteria and restaurant services; bar and catering services, etc.; and Class 45 - Online social networking services; Internet-based social introduction and social networking services, etc. These successful registrations grant AMTD Group with the exclusive rights to use the Mark within Hong Kong and the United Kingdom, specifically relating to our designated goods and services under the respective classes of the Nice Classification. Furthermore, these registrations provide robust legal protection, safeguarding the Group against potential trademark infringements and preventing the use of similar marks that could lead to consumer confusion. ONGOING SUCCESS IN INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY PROTECTION As part of our ongoing efforts to protect the Group's valuable intellectual property, we are also delighted to report that we have successfully taken down over 50 infringing domain names and social media accounts, including the following. Domain Names: We have successfully taken down the infringing domain names and . Instagram: @lofficielcyprus @lofficiel_cyprus @lofficielcyprusofficial @lofficielrussia_kids @lofficiel_ind @lofficielgermany @lofficielhommes_sg @ @ @lofficielmcq @lofficielhommesindia @lofficielindia @lofficielindonesia @lofficielsbh @lofficielhommesbaltic @lofficielhommes_germany @lofficielhommes_switzerland @lofficielmcq @lofficiel_fashion_girl @lofficiellpk @lofficiel_kids_latvia @lofficielhommespoland @palomasernaxyy @ugonslo_ @lofficiel_china @lofficielhommesmalaysia @lofficielfrance @lofficiel_cy @italiaofficiel @lofficielqlf @lofficieltr @lofficielprivate @lofficielhommesusa @lofficiel_fashion_news @lofficielchina @lofficielmanila @lofficielvoyage @cyprus_lofficiel @ @lofficiel2000modeles @lofficielvietnamofficiel @lofficiel_me @lofficielkidsbrasil @lofficiel_zpt @lofficiel_hommes_china @lofficiel_design @lofficielfrance @ @ @mkblofficiel Twitter / X @LofficielME @LofficielX @LofficielP These ongoing successes demonstrate our commitment to protecting and fostering our key intellectual property, and supporting our partners' use of our brands. About AMTD Group AMTD Group is a conglomerate with core business portfolio spanning across media and entertainment, education and training, and premium assets and hospitality areas. About AMTD IDEA Group AMTD IDEA Group (NYSE: AMTD; SGX: HKB) represents a diversified institution and digital solutions group connecting companies and investors with global markets. Its comprehensive one-stop business services plus digital solutions platform addresses different clients' diverse and inter-connected business needs and digital requirements across all phases of their life cycles. AMTD IDEA Group is uniquely positioned as an active super connector between clients, business partners, investee companies, and investors, connecting the East and the West. For more information, please visit or follow us on X (formerly known as "Twitter") at @AMTDGroup. About AMTD Digital Inc. AMTD Digital Inc. (NYSE: HKD) is a comprehensive digital solutions platform headquartered in France. Its one-stop digital solutions platform operates key business lines including digital media, content and marketing services, investments as well as hospitality and VIP services. For AMTD Digital's announcements, please visit Safe Harbor Statement This press release contains statements that may constitute "forward-looking" statements pursuant to the "safe harbor" provisions of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements can be identified by terminology such as "will," "expects," "anticipates," "aims," "future," "intends," "plans," "believes," "estimates," "likely to," and similar statements. Statements that are not historical facts, including statements about the beliefs, plans, and expectations of AMTD IDEA Group and/or AMTD Digital, are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements involve inherent risks and uncertainties. Further information regarding these and other risks is included in the filings of AMTD IDEA Group and/or AMTD Digital with the SEC. All information provided in this press release is as of the date of this press release, and neither AMTD IDEA Group nor AMTD Digital undertakes any obligation to update any forward-looking statement, except as required under applicable law. View source version on Contacts For AMTD IDEA Group: IR OfficeAMTD IDEA GroupEMAIL: ir@ For AMTD Digital Inc.: IR OfficeAMTD Digital ir@ Sign in to access your portfolio
Yahoo
17-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
AMTD's Award Winning The Last Dance Movie to Release the Extended Version
PARIS & NEW YORK & SINGAPORE, March 17, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--AMTD Group Inc. ("AMTD" or the "Group"), alongside World Media and Entertainment Universal Inc. ("WME"), a subsidiary of the Group under AMTD Digital, jointly announced that AMTD's latest movie, "The Last Dance: Extended Version" ("Movie"), is officially set to release to the public on April 4. The extended version of The Last Dance will feature an additional 15 minutes of footage, including new scenes with acclaimed actors Kaki Sham and Vincent Kok, as well as additional scenes of Catherine Chau and Dayo Wong. The additional footage enriches the story by delving deeper into the family background issues faced by Dayo Wong's character, Dominic Ngai. The Last Dance continues to enjoy widespread acclaim following its original release in November, 2024. As of the date of the announcement, the Movie has achieved a global box office of US$50.7 million, becoming the highest-grossing Chinese-language film ever in Hong Kong history. The Last Dance is also a clear front runner for various international film festivals, including: 1. The 43rd Hong Kong Film Awards - 18 Nominations Best Film Best Director Best Actor - Michael Hui Best Actress - Michelle Wai Best Supporting Actor - Tommy Chu Best Supporting Actor - Paul Chun Pui Best Supporting Actress - Rachel Leung Best Supporting Actress - Rosa Maria Velasco Best Screenplay - Chan Mou Yin Anselm, Cheng Wai Kei Best Cinematography - Anthony Pun Best Film Editing - William Chang Suk Ping, Curran Pang Best Art Direction - Yiu Hon Man Best Costume & Makeup Design - Lee Pik Kwan Best Action Choreography - Jack Wong Wai Leung Best Original Film Score - Wan Pin Chu Best Original Film Song - Composer, Lyricist, Vocal Artist: Terence Lam Best Sound Design - Yiu Chun Hin Best Visual Effects - Chan Tik Hoi Water 2. The 18th Asian Film Awards Best Original Music - Wan Pin Chu 3. Hong Kong Screenwriters' Guild Most Recommended Screenplay - Chan Mou Yin Anselm, Cheng Wai Kei 4. Hong Kong Film Directors' Guild Awards Best Actor - Michael Hui Best Actress - Michelle Wai Best Supporting Actor - Tommy Chu 5. The 31st Hong Kong Film Critics Society Awards Films of Merit 6. The 19th Edition of Asian Pop-Up Cinema Extraordinary Actors Award - Michelle Wai 7. The 16th Golden Lotus Awards (Macau International Movie & Television Festival) Best Director - Chan Mou Yin Anselm Best Actor - Dayo Wong Best Actress - Michelle Wai 8. The 61st Asia Pacific Film Festival Best Director - Chan Mou Yin Anselm Best Actress - Michelle Wai Best Film Editing - William Chang Suk Ping, Curran Pang Best Art Direction - Yiu Hon Man 9. The 39th Huading Awards Best Chinese Film and Television Actress-Michelle Wai 10. The 5th New Era International Film Festival Golden Flowering Awards Best Actress -Michelle Wai About AMTD Group AMTD Group is a conglomerate with core business portfolio spanning across media and entertainment, education and training, and premium assets and hospitality areas. About AMTD IDEA Group AMTD IDEA Group (NYSE: AMTD; SGX: HKB) represents a diversified institution and digital solutions group connecting companies and investors with global markets. Its comprehensive one-stop business services plus digital solutions platform addresses different clients' diverse and inter-connected business needs and digital requirements across all phases of their life cycles. AMTD IDEA Group is uniquely positioned as an active super connector between clients, business partners, investee companies, and investors, connecting the East and the West. For more information, please visit or follow us on X (formerly known as "Twitter") at @AMTDGroup. About AMTD Digital Inc. AMTD Digital Inc. (NYSE: HKD) is a comprehensive digital solutions platform headquartered in France. Its one-stop digital solutions platform operates key business lines including digital media, content and marketing services, digital investments as well as hospitality and VIP services. For AMTD Digital's announcements, please visit About World Media and Entertainment World Media and Entertainment, jointly established by AMTD Group, AMTD IDEA Group (NYSE: AMTD; SGX: HKB) and AMTD Digital Inc. (NYSE: HKD), focuses on global strategies and developments in multi-media, entertainment, and cultural affairs worldwide. WME comprises L'Officiel, The Art Newspaper, movie and entertainment projects, collectively a diversified media and entertainment portfolio of global businesses, and a global portfolio of premium properties. Safe Harbor Statement This press release contains statements that may constitute "forward-looking" statements pursuant to the "safe harbor" provisions of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements can be identified by terminology such as "will," "expects," "anticipates," "aims," "future," "intends," "plans," "believes," "estimates," "likely to," and similar statements. Statements that are not historical facts, including statements about the beliefs, plans, and expectations of AMTD IDEA Group and/or AMTD Digital, are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements involve inherent risks and uncertainties. Further information regarding these and other risks is included in the filings of AMTD IDEA Group and/or AMTD Digital with the SEC. All information provided in this press release is as of the date of this press release, and neither AMTD IDEA Group nor AMTD Digital undertakes any obligation to update any forward-looking statement, except as required under applicable law. View source version on Contacts For AMTD IDEA Group:IR OfficeAMTD IDEA GroupEMAIL: ir@ For AMTD Digital Inc.:IR OfficeAMTD Digital ir@ Sign in to access your portfolio
Associated Press
10-02-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
WME to Embark on Exponential Growth Through Expansion of L'Officiel by Direct Ownership Model
PARIS & NEW YORK & SINGAPORE--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb 10, 2025-- AMTD Group Inc. ('AMTD' or the 'Group'), alongside with World Media and Entertainment Group ('WME'), a subsidiary of the Group under AMTD Digital, are excited to jointly announce that L'Officiel will be launched in the following new markets in 2025: Australia, Canada, Mexico, and Taiwan, including both digital and print versions. L'Officiel, as a core part of AMTD Group's media, entertainment and culture landscape, has been embarking on a path of global expansion and business model transformation following its acquisition by AMTD Group in early 2022. The launch of these new markets represents a powerful add-on to WME business spanning editions already in more than 30 countries globally. Dr. Feridun Hamdullahpur, Chairman of AMTD and WME, commented: 'Since its acquisition by AMTD, L'Officiel has exceeded its initial promise of uniting East and West. It is now connecting the entire world by expanding into numerous regions globally. I am particularly excited about our entry into these four new markets. With our direct owner's model and strong commitment to further global expansion, we look forward to sharing our magazine, filled with diverse and enriched content, with readers everywhere.' Mr. Giampietro Baudo, Global Chief Content Officer of L'Officiel, stated: 'L'Officiel is a magazine with a history of more than one hundred years non-stop even during the World War II timing, which has always focused on telling the story of the evolution of fashion and style with an eye to the future. The launch of these new editions as direct ownership model will further strengthen L'Officiel's international platform and its presence in all key markets on the global luxury map.' About AMTD Group AMTD Group is a conglomerate with core business portfolio spanning across media and entertainment, education and training, and premium assets and hospitality areas. About AMTD Digital Inc. AMTD Digital Inc. (NYSE: HKD) is a comprehensive digital solutions platform headquartered in France. Its one-stop digital solutions platform operates key business lines including digital media, content and marketing services, digital investments as well as hospitality and VIP services. For AMTD Digital's announcements, please visit World Media and Entertainment, jointly established by AMTD Group, AMTD IDEA Group (NYSE: AMTD; SGX: HKB) and AMTD Digital Inc. (NYSE: HKD), focuses on global strategies and developments in multi-media, entertainment, and cultural affairs worldwide. WME comprises L'Officiel, The Art Newspaper, movie and entertainment projects, collectively a diversified media and entertainment portfolio of global businesses. Safe Harbor Statement This press release contains statements that may constitute 'forward-looking' statements pursuant to the 'safe harbor' provisions of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements can be identified by terminology such as 'will,' 'expects,' 'anticipates,' 'aims,' 'future,' 'intends,' 'plans,' 'believes,' 'estimates,' 'likely to,' and similar statements. Statements that are not historical facts, including statements about the beliefs, plans, and expectations of AMTD IDEA Group and/or AMTD Digital, are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements involve inherent risks and uncertainties. Further information regarding these and other risks is included in the filings of AMTD IDEA Group and/or AMTD Digital with the SEC. All information provided in this press release is as of the date of this press release, and neither AMTD IDEA Group nor AMTD Digital undertakes any obligation to update any forward-looking statement, except as required under applicable law. IR Office AMTD IDEA Group EMAIL: [email protected] AMTD Digital Inc.: IR Office AMTD Digital Inc. INDUSTRY KEYWORD: MARKETING ENTERTAINMENT DIGITAL MARKETING COMMUNICATIONS FILM & MOTION PICTURES CONTENT MARKETING MEDIA SOURCE: AMTD IDEA Group Copyright Business Wire 2025. PUB: 02/10/2025 10:09 AM/DISC: 02/10/2025 10:09 AM
