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The Star
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Star
Singapore Tourism Board and top entertainment company Blast sign multi-year deal to host premier esports arena events
(from left to right) KuyaNic (SEA's #1 Dota Caster), Dota legends iceiceice (Singapore's most well-known Dota player), Jean Ng (Assistant Chief Executive from Singapore Tourism Board), Leo Matlock, Chief Business Officer from Blast, and Jarrold Tham (CFO and Co-Founder of TALON )celebrate at the Blast Dota Slam Singapore event at the Chijmes lawn ahead of night projection event. -- Photo: MILES GROUP SINGAPORE: Competitive entertainment company Blast has announced a landmark multi-year partnership with the Singapore Tourism Board (STB) to host four world-class arena esports events in Singapore over the coming years. This deal further highlights Singapore's growing status as a premier destination for competitive gaming and live entertainment in Asia and globally. The announcement follows the sellout success of the Blast Premier World Final in 2024, which marked its debut in South-East Asia and saw a sold-out Resorts World Convention Centre witness the best Counter-Strike teams in the world battle for a US$1 million (RM4.2 million) prize pool. Building on this momentum, Blast is set to return to Singapore this November for the Blast Dota Slam Singapore, the company's first-ever Dota 2 arena event. Taking place at the Singapore Indoor Stadium from November 7-9, this tournament sets the stage for the newly signed multi-year partnership, which will bring four more premier esports arena events to Singapore after November's Dota tournament. The Blast Dota Slam Singapore will feature the world's top Dota 2 teams, a US$1mil prize pool, and an immersive live experience for local and international fans. The event will also be broadcast in over 50 territories and 21 languages, reaching millions of viewers worldwide and further showcasing Singapore's capability to host world-leading entertainment productions. Leo Matlock, Chief Business Officer at Blast, said: 'Blast has major global ambitions as a leader in esports and competitive entertainment and we are delighted to expand our partnership with Singapore. "Singapore delivered one of the most passionate and engaged esports crowds we've ever seen during last year's Blast Premier World Final Singapore 2024, which was Blast's first event in South East-Asia and thousands of passionate fans travelled from all over Asia and beyond. "We are incredibly excited to be making a long-term commitment to the region through this new partnership with the Singapore Tourism Board. "Together, we'll bring four spectacular esports arena events to the Lion City, after this year's Dota Slam. Singapore is already recognised as a hub for international sports and entertainment – this partnership will help ensure it becomes a leading destination in the global esports calendar, and is one of our biggest commitments to a market,' Matlock added. Jean Ng, Assistant Chief Executive, Experience Development Group, Singapore Tourism Board, said: "Following the success of last year's BLAST Premier World Final, we are delighted to forge this new multi-year partnership with Blast that anchors a regular pipeline of esports events in Singapore and strengthens our position as Asia's leading esports and entertainment hub. "Large-scale international esports events create significant opportunities for our tourism ecosystem, benefiting local businesses and growing the local events and esports industries. We look forward to welcoming players and fans from around the world to Singapore this November and in the years ahead, where they can experience our vibrant culture and diverse offerings beyond the arena." The multi-year agreement is expected to generate tens of millions in economic impact for Singapore, through visitor spend, job creation, and international exposure. Esports fans, talent, media, and commercial partners from around the world are expected to travel to the city for each event, transforming Singapore into a dynamic stage for esports' biggest moments. Singapore joins a global calendar that includes London, Lyon, Austin, Hong Kong and Rio, with the city-state's position as an esports powerhouse in Asia only set to grow. This partnership reinforces how major esports tournaments are evolving into cultural and economic cornerstones, rivaling traditional international sporting events in scale, viewership and significance. Fans can sign up at to be the first to receive ticketing updates, exclusive news and access to future Blast events in Singapore. -- (Note: Story info from Miles Group).
Cision Canada
22-07-2025
- Business
- Cision Canada
Flipster Extends Esports Presence as Official Crypto Exchange Partner of PSG Talon's League of Legends Team
TAIPEI, July 22, 2025 /CNW/ -- Flipster, a global cryptocurrency trading platform, has announced an expanded partnership with PSG TALON, one of Asia's premier League of Legends teams. As Official Crypto Exchange Partner for the upcoming competitive season, Flipster continues its commitment to shaping the future of competitive gaming through meaningful fan engagement. This marks the latest chapter in Flipster's ongoing collaboration with TALON, which began earlier in May with the team's Dota 2 roster. With PSG TALON, Flipster enters one of the most-watched esports titles in the world, bringing fans even closer to the action. At the core of the partnership is a shared focus on access, creativity, and community. A series of bespoke fan experiences is set to bring the world of trading and gaming closer together in ways that are fresh, personal, and engaging. These experiences include virtual and in-person meet-and-greets with players, one-on-one video calls, and limited-edition collectible cards featuring game-worn items. Fans can also look forward to watching parties during major tournaments, offering immersive ways to connect with both the team and fellow supporters. "PSG TALON has always played with heart. They're adventurous, bold, and unafraid to challenge expectations," said Youngsun Shin, Head of Product and Partnerships at Flipster. "That fearless mindset resonates with us deeply. In crypto, as in esports, it takes grit to go against the grain and build something new. We're proud to be part of their journey and excited to give fans more ways to experience the game they love." "We're proud to grow our partnership with Flipster," said Sean Zhang, CEO of TALON. "They bring fresh perspective and genuine care for the fan experience. Together, we're creating something different, and PSG TALON fans will be the first to feel it." "We are delighted to welcome Flipster as the official partner of our PSG TALON League of Legends team. Together, we share a common ambition: to push the boundaries between technology, competition, and fan experience. This partnership reflects our shared desire to innovate, surprise, and strengthen the bond with our community through unique and immersive fan activations," said Valentin Weller, Head of PSG Esports, Paris Saint-Germain. Founded in 2023, Flipster is a high-performance crypto trading platform focused on speed, access, and precision. As it scales globally, it continues to support communities at the intersection of technology, finance, and culture, including the fast-evolving world of esports. Flipster is the zero-friction exchange for crypto traders who demand the ultimate perpetual trading experience. With deep liquidity, ultra-tight spreads, and instant execution, it delivers precision and performance for those who move fast and trade faster. Learn more at or follow X. TALON is a leading esports and entertainment organization headquartered in Hong Kong, with competitive teams and operations across Asia. TALON is known for its dominance in titles such as League of Legends, Dota 2, Arena of Valor, and more, as well as its growing content platform and lifestyle-driven brand collaborations.
Calgary Herald
17-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Calgary Herald
Five events to celebrate the official arrival of summer in Vancouver this weekend
Article content Friday officially marks the first day of summer in the Northern Hemisphere. Let the sunburns begin. Article content With the arrival of the beloved, if short, period comes an absolute blooming of events all across the Lower Mainland. Article content So many events are being announced in the coming weeks that you can expect to see frequent updates like this one to keep you informed and adding to your weekly planner. After all, best to get out and enjoy the longer days and warmer temperatures while they are here. Article content Article content Article content When: June 20, 8 p.m. Article content Article content Article content National Indigenous Peoples Day Article content When: June 21, noon Article content Where: Carnegie Centre and area of the 400 Block of Main and Hastings Streets Article content Tickets/info: Free Article content Opening remarks from local chiefs representing the Musqueam, Squamish and Tsleil-Waututh Nations, food and exhibitor booths and live performers from such Indigenous music talents as JB the First Lady, Jez Dylan Bonham Band, TALON and more. Article content Waahli, Jacky Essombé, Yoro Noukoussi and Kocassalé Dioubaté Article content Article content When: June 21, 1 p.m. Article content Where: Civic Plaza, 126 14th St. W, North Van. Article content Co-presented with the French Cultural Centre and part of the North Shore Jazz Series of the Vancouver International Jazz Festival, Montreal-based artist of Haitian descent Waahli dropped his seventh album, Seven Bubbles, earlier this year. He is joined by Vancouver musicians Jacky Essombé, Yoro Noukoussi and Kocassalé Dioubaté.
Yahoo
07-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
TALON and Litchfield partner on medical stop-loss insurance
TALON, a healthcare pricing specialist, has chosen Litchfield Underwriters for medical stop-loss insurance coverage. The collaboration will support the 'first deployment' of TALON's in-house negotiated rate calculation and pricing solution, Universally Acceptable Payment Amount (UAPA). UAPA employs machine learning (ML) to analyse and synthesise high volumes of healthcare pricing data, curating a 'single, evidence-based' rate. It replaces the concept of "network discount" with a price that reflects 'commercial acceptance'. UAPA's pricing is derived from actual commercial transactions involving more than 400 payers, resulting in an equitable midpoint rate that is neither artificially low nor high. TALON claims that this ensures providers receive a rate they recognise, while employers anticipate their healthcare spending and patients have access to 'ethical' pricing. The aim is to offer 'equitable' market rates for healthcare providers and patients. TALON CEO Mark Galvin stated: "The healthcare industry will experience a paradigm shift as a result of our development and deployment of UAPA. This shift means a more efficient, patient-centric, free-market driven financial environment for healthcare patients and providers. Litchfield Underwriters' extensive ability to craft solutions to match TALON's unique risk appetite and profile made our decision to work alongside them very easy." Litchfield principal and cofounder Michael Pastor said: "With the robust data leveraged by TALON to develop UAPA, we were excited to deploy our proprietary underwriting technologies to provide an innovative medical stop-loss reinsurance policy tailored to TALON's needs. By aligning price transparency and price equity, UAPA aligns with our vision for creating a more efficient and effective healthcare ecosystem for employers and their employees." Litchfield Underwriters' underwriting methodologies are designed to provide self-funded reinsurance solutions to both commercial clients and Welfare Funds. The methodologies are crafted for small to mid-sized employers, with workforces ranging from 50–500 employees, and offer a self-funded option as an alternative to conventional fully insured health plans. "TALON and Litchfield partner on medical stop-loss insurance " was originally created and published by Life Insurance International, a GlobalData owned brand. The information on this site has been included in good faith for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to amount to advice on which you should rely, and we give no representation, warranty or guarantee, whether express or implied as to its accuracy or completeness. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of the content on our site. Sign in to access your portfolio
Forbes
30-03-2025
- Climate
- Forbes
Today's ‘Wordle' #1380 Hints, Clues And Answer For Sunday, March 30th
How to solve today's Wordle. SOPA Images/LightRocket via Getty Images Looking for Saturday's Wordle hints, clues and answer? You can find them here: We're getting closer and closer to camping weather. I'd say some days are nice enough for picnics or barbecues, but camping is still a few weeks out. The nights are cold still, though bundling up is certainly an option. In any case, it's a lazy Sunday and we should laze about but not before we solve this Wordle! The Hint: You need this many. The Clue: Vowels outnumber consonants in this Wordle. Okay, spoilers below! . . . Today's Wordle Screenshot: Erik Kain Every day I check Wordle Bot to help analyze my guessing game. You can check your Wordles with Wordle Bot right here. BREAK wasn't the opener I hoped it would be, but the 302 remaining solutions were stripped back to just 5 after HOIST did its magic. TALON didn't give me a single new box, but that wasn't a big deal: Just one word remained. QUOTA for the win! Today's Wordle Bot Credit: Erik Kain Zero points all around today, what with the four guesses and the tie. This leaves our total at yesterday's tally. One more day after this and we can declare a March winner. Then I'll reset the scores and start all over again for April. Wordle Bot has a score to settle, no doubt. Erik: 22 points. Wordle Bot: 13 points. FEATURED | Frase ByForbes™ Unscramble The Anagram To Reveal The Phrase Pinpoint By Linkedin Guess The Category Queens By Linkedin Crown Each Region Crossclimb By Linkedin Unlock A Trivia Ladder The word "quota" comes from the Latin word quota (pars), meaning "how large a part" or "how much". It is derived from quotus, meaning "of what number" or "how many", which is related to quot, meaning "how many". The word entered English in the 17th century, originally referring to a proportional part or share, especially a required contribution or allocation. Let me know how you fared with your Wordle today on Twitter, Instagram or Facebook. Also be sure to subscribe to my YouTube channel and follow me here on this blog where I write about games, TV shows and movies when I'm not writing puzzle guides. Sign up for my newsletter for more reviews and commentary on entertainment and culture.
