SHUTTERSTOCK APPOINTS SEJAL AMIN AS CHIEF TECHNOLOGY OFFICER

NEW YORK, Sept. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Shutterstock, Inc. (NYSE: SSTK) (the “Company”), a leading global creative platform for transformative brands and media companies, today announced that Sejal Amin is joining the Company’s leadership team and Executive Committee as Chief Technology Officer (CTO), effective September 12, 2022.

With more than 20 years of global leadership, product and technology experience, Sejal will deliver a technology vision and strategy that transforms Shutterstock’s technology platform to deliver a new and unparalleled experience to customers and contributors.

“I am thrilled to welcome Sejal to Shutterstock, as we continue our digital transformation to a full-service creative platform that democratizes creativity, pushes creative boundaries, and provides unparalleled experiences for our customers and contributors around the world,” said Paul Hennessy, Chief Executive Officer at Shutterstock. “Sejal is a well-respected and revered leader with a proven track record of growth and innovation, and I am confident that she will be successful in leading Shutterstock’s technology platform into its next disruptive phase.”

“Shutterstock is a company that has transformed immensely from its inception almost 20 years ago, and I am honored to be the next Chief Technology Officer,” said Sejal Amin. “The innovation the Company has achieved – from world class workflow applications to industry-leading proprietary technology – is tremendous, and I look forward to expanding upon the Company’s vision, harnessing the potential of Shutterstock’s diversified offering as we celebrate a new era for Shutterstock.”

Recently, she was Chief Product and Technology Officer for Khoros, a Vista Portfolio company where she was integrating a distributed Product and Technology organization while defining a Product and Operational strategy to execute on the company’s vision and growth goals. Just prior to that, she was CTO for the Thomson Reuters Tax and Accounting Tax Professionals Business. She has a wide range of technology leadership experience across several business units at Thomson Reuters managing global product development teams and portfolios of growing size and complexity for 15+ years.

With Sejal’s appointment to CTO, Shutterstock now has three women on the Executive Committee, and two women leading the product development strategy, including Chief Product Officer, Meghan Schoen.

About Shutterstock, Inc.
Shutterstock, Inc. (NYSE: SSTK), is a leading global creative platform for transformative brands and media companies. Directly and through its group subsidiaries, Shutterstock’s comprehensive collection includes high-quality licensed photographs, vectors, illustrations, 3D models, videos and music. Working with its growing community of over 2 million contributors, Shutterstock adds hundreds of thousands of images each week, and currently has more than 415 million images and more than 26 million video clips available.

Headquartered in New York City, Shutterstock has offices around the world and customers in more than 150 countries. The Company also owns Splash News, the world’s leading entertainment news agency for newsrooms and media companies worldwide, Pond5, the world’s largest video marketplace, TurboSquid, the world’s largest 3D content marketplace; PicMonkey, a leading online graphic design and image editing platform; Offset, a high-end image collection; Shutterstock Studios, an end-to-end custom creative shop; PremiumBeat, a curated royalty-free music library; Shutterstock Editorial, a premier source of editorial images and videos for the world’s media; Amper Music, an AI-driven music platform; and Bigstock, a value-oriented stock media offering.

For more information, please visit www.shutterstock.com and follow Shutterstock on Twitter and on Facebook.

Source: Shutterstock, Inc.

XYZprinting Showcases Innovative 3D Printers with Open Platform Fast Cycle Sintering at IMTS 2022

NEW TAIPEI CITY, Taiwan, Sept. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Illinois-3D printing leader XYZprinting will showcase their SLS printing machines with Open Platform Fast Cycle Sintering at IMTS 2022 in Chicago (12-17 September), including the MfgPro236 xS’, the ideal choice for on-demand manufacturers, research institutions, and third-party material suppliers. Thanks to its high printing speed of up to 22 mm per hour and shorter cooling and breakout times, the MfgPro236 xS can deliver high-quality parts fast.

XYZprinting_MfgPro236 xS
XYZprinting_MfgPro236 xS

XYZprinting SLS machines offer something others do not: the ability to use end-of-life powder from peer machines for high-quality parts. On top of the operational sustainability, the smaller build volume of the 236 allows for a 22-hour complete build cycle that only requires a 2-hour cooling cycle with zero negative effect on part accuracy or surface quality.

“The adoption of the smaller platform for high daily throughput is a game changer. Our customers have options for an expedited two business day turn-around in their 3D Printing Service, these machines allow them to print more of the expedited jobs, and the print quality is as good as any printer in the market.”  Says XYZprinting Director for America’s Industrial Printers, John Calhoun,

Environmentally friendly 3D printing solution
Despite the advantages SLS 3D printing provides over other manufacturing technologies, many of these machines can be wasteful. Service bureaus with more than five large-format SLS or MJF machines face a storage dilemma for waste powder.

XYZprinting has a different approach, leveraging high-performance smaller build volume SLS machines that print with high part quality while producing less waste; end-of-life or waste powder on a large-format SLS machine can be mixed with 20-30% fresh XYZprinting powder and get great results, all within an affordable open platform system. An open platform system allows users to decide which powder they want to utilize and purchase from any material supplier.

JawsTec Purchases 4 XYZprinting SLS Machines
JawsTec, a premier US-based printing service that offers custom, rapid manufacturing for every industry, adds 4 XYZprinting MfgPro230 xS SLS machines to its MJF, EOS, AMT, Dyemansion, and CNC machines this July. XYZprinting Director for America’s Industrial Printers, John Calhoun, makes the point: “JawsTec spent two months testing the reliability, accuracy, quality of parts, software and workflow integration. The result of this test made the expansion to 4 units an easy choice.”

XYZprinting_MfgPro236 xS Printed Parts
XYZprinting_MfgPro236 xS Printed Parts

Strong yet light: the da Vinci Pro EVO–evolutional desktop 3D printer
Supports over ten materials that allows advance usage of TPU, PC, Nylon, and Carbon Fiber. da Vinci Pro EVO is not only lightweight  but also a superior performance 3D printer to meet the professionals needs. It can also be relied on to produce premium and quality parts to meet industrial standards.

da Vinci Pro EVOs 3rd Generation filament feeding system enhances the reliability of multiple materials extruding with cooling airflow fan providing stable and various materials support. The “Dry Filament” feature keeps your materials back in the same quality for printing anytime.

XYZprinting_da Vinci Pro EVO
XYZprinting_da Vinci Pro EVO

XYZprinting will be exhibiting at the show from 12-17 September in West building, Booth 432423. Demos will happen throughout the show and John Calhoun, XYZprinting Director for America’s Industrial Printers, is available for interviews on request.

About XYZprinting:

XYZprinting is a leading global provider of comprehensive 3D printing solutions. XYZprinting is the number one global brand in desktop 3D printing products and services and is now moving decisively into the industrial additive manufacturing arena.

XYZprinting is backed by the world’s leading electronic manufacturing conglomerate, New Kinpo Group, which earns more than 36 billion dollars in revenue annually and has more than 8,500 engineers in research and development across four continents. With nearly two decades of design and manufacturing experience, New Kinpo Group is a recognized manufacturer of many of today’s printers for both personal and commercial use.

Read more about us at http://pro.xyzprinting.com

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MVNOs on Plintron MVNA / MVNE platform have differentiation opportunities with 5G technology


SINGAPORE, Sept. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — MVNOs on Plintron MVNA / MVNE platform can offer differentiated services using 5G like; Ultra HD 4K to 8K video streaming, Augmented Reality /Virtual Reality based media and 360-degree immersive media experience. Hence e-learning, Telemedicine consultation, Video-conferencing, Real-time IoT application-based services can be offered.

Subhashree Radhakrishnan, Vice Chairman and Co-Founder, Plintron Group said, “The Plintron MVNA/ MVNE platform supports 5G NSA Option 3 to step into 5G compliance. This will enable MVNOs on our platform to offer differentiated services and applications.”

 The Plintron 5G services is live with several MVNOs in USA and in 4 European countries with more to follow soon in its worldwide network. The Plintron MVNA / MVNE platform has 5G Non-Standalone (NSA) deployed on its platform commercially since January 2021 to meet the immediate 5G technology requirements of its MVNO customers. The Plintron platform supports extended AMBR DL which supports speeds higher than 4.2 Gbps like 10 Gbps.

Plintron has deployed 5G NSA initially, as most of the initial 5G rollouts by Mobile Network Operators (MNO) have been NSA deployments. For MNOs that are looking to deliver mainly high-speed connectivity to consumers with 5G-enabled devices, NSA is most appropriate, as it allows them to leverage their existing 4G LTE network investments in transport and mobile core and reduce capital costs of deploying an end-to-end complete 5G network.

In 5G NSA, the existing 4G-LTE network is used for everything except the 5G data plane, which is based on 3GPP Release 15 version of 5G NR.  Hence it is the best solution for MNOs looking to deliver quickly better data speeds via Enhanced Mobile Broadband (eMBB) or handle urgent LTE congestion issues.

Plintron looks forward to continue adopting new technologies and innovating to support its MVNO customers and partners in the future as well.

About Plintron

Plintron is a digital communication technology company enabling brands to acquire and engage customers. It is the world’s largest Multi Country end-to-end MVNA / MVNE with a client base in 6 continents. With mobile network services in over 30 countries spanning 6 continents supported by 1000+ telecom professionals, Plintron has launched 143+ MVNOs and 165 million+ mobile subscribers. Plintron has won many global industry awards including ‘MVNE of the Year’ at the MVNOs World Congress 2022.

Visit www.Plintron.com

Media contact:

Shamik Biswas
marketing@plintron.com

Humixx Launches the Truly Full Protection Cases for iPhone 14 Series

SHENZHEN, China, Sept. 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Apple has introduced an all-new iPhone lineup, meeting Dynamic Island with iPhone 14 Pro. Humixx is ready to welcome the latest iPhone 14 series with crystal clear cases and translucent cases. With the commitment to be ever-improving, this year’s case collection is a medley of revamped classics and brand-new innovation.

Humixx Launches the Truly Full Protection Cases for iPhone 14 Series
Humixx Launches the Truly Full Protection Cases for iPhone 14 Series

Humixx new crystal clear cases for iPhone 14 series are all military-grade certified by SGS (MIL-STD-810H 516.6), and have survived 8000+ drops with 0 damage to either phone or case. Their vision for clear cases is to provide optimum protection while showing your iPhone natural brilliance. Whether you want to showcase beauty or strength, Humixx clear cases do it all!

Humixx also offers the rare frosted translucent cases for iPhone 14 series with military-grade drop protection. They have certified drop protection which offers additional security with resistance from accidental falls and scratches. There is a raised frame on the phone case itself as well as around the camera protector for extra reliability.

Daily-life Protectors

More than just a mobile casemaker, Humixx has also added some new case styles and accessories that enhance protection.

The 5-IN-1 clear case kit for iPhone 14 series comes with 1 clear case, 2 HD tempered screen protectors, and 2 HD camera lens protectors, which provide all-around protection for your phone. Moreover, Humixx has crafted the latest anti-oxidation coating and upgraded to 100% light-transmitting German Bayer material, details that other manufacturers have overlooked. It effectively resists 99.99% of UV rays, which offers the most yellowing resistance to ensure the longest lasting clarity.

For the people who is seeking low-profile and innovation, the rare frosted translucent case is the best choice. With Humixx newest venture, the 5-IN-1 iPhone 14 series cases, they took inspiration from Harman Kardon speakers’ aesthetic to provide a blend of elegance, style, and functionality. The translucent cases loomingly reveal the iPhone’s Apple logo and allow for wireless, MagSafe charging.

Style the Apple

The Apple stretches far and wide and so does Humixx’s lineup. It’s got the Apple Watch covered as well with one of its accessories including the 7/8/SE series case and band as a staple for those who appreciate a protective sporty look.

Whether picking up the iPhone or watch, Humixx has got the Apple covered. With designs suited to look good and be durable, there is always something that Humixx has to offer.

To view the full collection and how the Apple can be styled, visit Humixx’s listings here

https://www.amazon.com/stores/Humixx/Humixx/page/03E7FED0-A87F-4833-BE61-12268EDF3178

About Humixx
Simple and Protection

Humixx derives the name from the words “human” and “mix”, which implies man and product are in one. They take pride in their high quality products, attention to detail, cases’ innovative functions, and cohesive development with every dimension of your phone in mind. For more information about Humixx and its products, please click here
https://humixx.net/

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Global Recruitment for One Culture One Identity Program

NANJING, China, Sept. 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — The Mid-Autumn Festival, or the 15th day of the 8th lunar month, falls on September 10 this year. To better carry forward Chinese traditions and culture, Modern Express, a renowned media from China, is launching the Global Recruitment for One Culture One Identity Program.

Global Recruitment for One Culture One Identity Program
Global Recruitment for One Culture One Identity Program

According to the recruitment information, the program is aimed at inviting Generation Z from China to explore interesting stories about Chinese traditions and culture through activities on classical poetry, cultural relics, intangible cultural heritage, night market food and songs. Young Generation Z from different parts of China will spread voices of the youth by recording and sharing their own experience, hoping to pass down Chinese traditions and culture in this way.

It’s reported that this program will last from September 2022 till January 2023 and Generation Z from all across China can sign up for it.

For more information and signing up, please check the link below:

https://twitter.com/ModernExpressEN/status/1568429613185142785

You can also scan the QR code in the picture to join the program.

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GMCC and Welling at Bangkok RHVAC

Products and solutions for multi-scenario applications help expand global business portfolio

BANGKOK, Sept. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — On September 7, 2022, the Bangkok Refrigeration, Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (RHVAC) 2022 exhibition held in Bangkok. As two brands of Midea Industrial Technology, GMCC and Welling shared a booth at the event where they showcased energy-efficient, green, low-carbon compressors and motors, with the aim of providing Southeast Asian consumers with products and technical solutions for domestic and commercial refrigeration and HVAC applications.

GMCC and Welling at Booth EH104 of BANGKOK RHVAC
GMCC and Welling at Booth EH104 of BANGKOK RHVAC

Over recent years, Midea Industrial Technology relying on its core technologies, innovative R&D team, strong supply chain system and other advantages in the home appliance field, has been aggressively rolling out its global business expansion. Its factories in Ayutthaya and Pathum Thani, Thailand serve as the base for supplying customers throughout Southeast Asia. In 2021, GMCC and Welling exported from the two Thai factories a total of 10.78 million components for use in ventilation, cooling and refrigeration equipment, an increase of 80.57% over four years earlier. The huge growth in export activities has meant a major boost for the two firms’ international roadmap.

GMCC compressors – with a focus on high reliability, low noise, and a wide range of application scenarios

GMCC’s rotary, scroll and reciprocating compressors were all on display at the exhibition. The extensive portfolio of rotary compressors supports the use of green refrigerants, with high energy efficiency, compact size and high reliability, and can be used in a variety of scenarios including both residential and commercial air conditioning, refrigerators, freezers and heating equipment.

In the light commercial exhibit display area, GMCC showcased its products made in China and Thailand. GMCC has developed a series of compressors using R404A, R513A and R449A refrigerants to meet the needs of users in Thailand for light commercial applications requiring stable operation under harsh working conditions. These products, with innovative design for high reliability and high energy efficiency, are suitable for use in more critical scenarios such as healthcare and logistics.

Welling motors – incorporating a variety of technologies, with plans to further expand capacity

Welling also showcased its lightweight, compact, low-vibration, low-noise and high-efficiency inverter air conditioner motors, air conditioner drainage pumps, light commercial air conditioner motors and refrigerator fans at the exhibition. Of note is that the Ayutthaya factory in Thailand will soon add three to five motor production lines, with an annual production capacity of 2 million units once put into operation. The production lines will produce ECM and impeller motors to provide capacity support for overseas expansion.

Abiding by the mantra that “technology drives everything”, the two Midea Industrial Technology brands, GMCC and Welling, backed by their technical strength, plan to further expand their global reach by developing products and solutions for multi-scenario applications tailored to the differentiated needs of consumers in the world’s many markets.

Nature’s Miracle, a Leader in the Controlled Environment Agriculture Industry, to be Listed on Nasdaq Through Business Combination with Lakeshore Acquisition II Corp.

  • Nature’s Miracle is a fast-growing agriculture technology company providing services to growers in Controlled Environment Agriculture (“CEA”) settings in North America;
  • Nature’s Miracle provides hardware as well as software to design, build and operate various indoor growing settings including greenhouse, vertical farming and indoor-growing spaces;
  • Nature’s Miracle, through its two wholly-owned subsidiaries, Visiontech Group, Inc. and Hydroman, Inc., provides grow lights as well as other hydroponic products to hundreds of indoor growers in North America;
  • Nature’s Miracle has also developed a robust pipeline to build commercial-scale greenhouse in the U.S. and Canada to meet the growing needs of fresh and local vegetable products. The Company offers turnkey solutions to its operating partners by providing design, construction and hardware installment services;
  • Nature’s Miracle has established its first manufacturing footprint in North America with its grow-light assembly plant in Manitoba, Canada and is expecting to set up additional manufacturing/assembly facilities in North America;
  • The implied pro-forma enterprise value of the combined company is approximately $265 million, assuming no redemptions from the trust account. The business combination is expected to be completed in the first quarter of 2023;
  • This transaction is expected to accelerate Nature’s Miracle’s development of commercial greenhouse in the U.S. and Canada.

UPLAND, Calif., Sept. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Nature’s Miracle Inc. (“Nature’s Miracle”), a leader in the Controlled Environment Agriculture Industry, and Lakeshore Acquisition II Corp. (“together with its successors, Lakeshore”) (Nasdaq: LBBB) today announced that they have entered into a definitive business combination agreement (the “Merger Agreement”). Upon closing, the combined company is expected to change its name to Nature’s Miracle Holding Inc. and its common stock is expected to be traded on the Nasdaq Global Market.

Management Comments

“In the face of global energy shortage, food security, drought and life-style change, Nature’s Miracle is excited to offer an alternative farming mode which saves transportation cost, reduces irrigation water requirements by up to 90% and ensures fresh and local supply of produces for health-conscious consumers. We have developed a robust pipeline of greenhouse projects in the U.S. and Canada for the next twenty-four months,” said Tie “James” Li, Founder, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Nature’s Miracle. “By combining with Lakeshore, Nature’s Miracle will be able to tap into the public equity and debt market to fund its aggressive growth plan going forward. We look forward to working with Lakeshore team to complete the transaction and to list on Nasdaq.”

“We are thrilled to partner with Nature’s Miracle on its public company journey,” said Bill Chen, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Lakeshore. “After learning of Nature’s Miracle’s business model and its position in the rapidly growing Controlled Environment Agriculture market, we immediately realized the vast potential for the Company’s growth in this very important market segment.”

Key Transaction Terms

Pursuant to the Merger Agreement, Nature’s Miracle will merge with LBBB Merger Sub Inc., a Delaware corporation and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Lakeshore (the “Merger”), with Nature’s Miracle surviving and Lakeshore acquiring 100% of the equity securities of Nature’s Miracle. In exchange for their equity securities, the stockholders of Nature’s Miracle (the “Company Stockholders”) will receive an aggregate number of shares of common stock of Lakeshore (the “Merger Consideration”) with an aggregate value equal to: (a) two hundred thirty million U.S. dollars ($230,000,000), minus (b) any Closing Net Indebtedness (as defined in the Merger Agreement).

The Merger has been approved by the boards of directors of each of Lakeshore and Nature’s Miracle. The Merger will require the approval of the stockholders of Lakeshore and Nature’s Miracle and is subject to other customary closing conditions, including a registration statement on Form S-4 being declared effective by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. The transaction is expected to close in the first quarter of 2023.

Advisors

Hunter Taubman Fischer & Li LLC. is acting as legal advisor to Nature’s Miracle and Loeb & Loeb is acting as legal advisor to Lakeshore. Maxim Group is acting as M&A advisor to Lakeshore.

Management Presentation

A presentation made by the management teams of both Nature’s Miracle and Lakeshore regarding the transaction will be available on the websites of Nature’s Miracle at https: //www.Nature-Miracle.com and Lakeshore at https://www.lakeshoreacquisition.com/tzzy. Lakeshore will also file the presentation with the SEC in a Current Report on Form 8-K, which will be accessible at www.sec.gov.

About Lakeshore Acquisition II Corp.

Lakeshore Acquisition II Corp. is a blank check company, also commonly referred to as a special purpose acquisition company, or SPAC, formed for the purpose of effecting a merger, share exchange, asset acquisition, share purchase, reorganization or similar business combination with one or more businesses or entities.

About Nature’s Miracle Holdings Inc.

Nature’s Miracle is a fast-growing agriculture technology company providing services to growers in the Controlled Environment Agriculture (“CEA”) industry which also include vertical farming in North America. The Company offers integrated solutions which include hardware as well as software to design, build and operate various indoor growing settings including greenhouse and indoor-growing spaces. Nature’s Miracle, through its two wholly-owned subsidiaries, Visiontech Group, Inc. and Hydroman, Inc., provides grow lights as well as other hydroponic products to hundreds of indoor growers in North America. Nature’s Miracle has also developed a robust pipeline to build commercial-scale greenhouse in the U.S. and Canada to meet the growing needs of fresh and local vegetable products. The Company offers turnkey solutions to its operating partners by providing the design, construction and hardware installment services; Nature’s Miracle has established its first manufacturing footprint in North America with its grow-light assembly plant in Manitoba, Canada and is expected to set up additional manufacturing/assembly facilities in North America.  

Important Information About the Proposed Business Combination and Where to Find It

This press release relates to a proposed business combination between Lakeshore and Nature’s Miracle. A full description of the terms of the business combination will be provided in a Registration Statement on Form S-4 and proxy statement to be filed with the SEC by Lakeshore. The proxy statement will be mailed to Lakeshore’s shareholders as of a record date to be established for voting at the shareholders’ meeting relating to the proposed transactions. This press release does not contain all the information that should be considered concerning the proposed business combination and is not intended to form the basis of any investment decision or any other decision in respect of the proposed business combination. Lakeshore’s shareholders and other interested persons are advised to read, when available, the Registration Statement on Form S-4 and proxy statement and the amendments thereto and other documents filed in connection with the proposed business combination, as these materials will contain important information about Nature’s Miracle, Lakeshore and the proposed business combination. The Registration Statement on Form S-4 and the proxy statement and other documents filed with the SEC, once available, may be obtained without charge at the SEC’s website at www.sec.gov, or by directing a written request to Lakeshore, 667 Madison Avenue, New York, NY 10065.

Participants in the Solicitation

Lakeshore, certain shareholders of Lakeshore, and their respective directors and executive officers may be deemed participants in the solicitation of proxies from Lakeshore’s shareholders with respect to the proposed business combination. A list of the names of Lakeshore’s directors and executive officers and a description of their interests in Lakeshore is contained in Lakeshore’s registration statement on Form S-1, which was filed with the SEC and is available free of charge at the SEC’s web site at www.sec.gov, or by directing a written request to Lakeshore, 667 Madison Avenue, New York, NY 10065. Additional information regarding the interests of such participants will be contained in the Registration Statement on Form S-4 and proxy statement for the proposed business combination when available.

Nature’s Miracle and its directors and executive officers may also be deemed to be participants in the solicitation of proxies from the shareholders of Lakeshore in connection with the proposed business combination. A list of the names of such directors and executive officers and information regarding their interests in the proposed business combination will be included in the proxy statement for the proposed business combination when available.

Forward-looking Statements

Except for historical information contained herein, this press release contains certain “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the federal U.S. securities laws with respect to the proposed business combination between Lakeshore and Nature’s Miracle, the benefits of the transaction, the amount of cash the transaction will provide Nature’s Miracle, the anticipated timing of the transaction, the services and markets of Nature’s Miracle, our expectations regarding future growth, results of operations, performance, future capital and other expenditures, competitive advantages, business prospects and opportunities, future plans and intentions, results, level of activities, performance, goals or achievements or other future events. These forward-looking statements generally are identified by words such as “anticipate,” “believe,” “expect,” “may,” “could,” “will,” “potential,” “intend,” “estimate,” “should,” “plan,” “predict,” or the negative or other variations of such statements, reflect our management’s current beliefs and assumptions and are based on the information currently available to our management. Forward-looking statements are predictions, projections and other statements about future events that are based on current expectations and assumptions and, as a result, are subject to risks and uncertainties. Many factors could cause actual results or developments to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements, including but not limited to: (i) the risk that the transaction may not be completed in a timely manner or at all, which may adversely affect the price of Lakeshore’s securities; (ii) the risk that the transaction may not be completed by Lakeshore’s business combination deadline and the potential failure to obtain an extension of the business combination deadline if sought by Lakeshore; (iii) the failure to satisfy the conditions to the consummation of the transaction, including the approval of the business combination agreement by the stockholders of Lakeshore, the satisfaction of the minimum cash amount following any redemptions by Lakeshore’s public stockholders and the receipt of certain governmental and regulatory approvals; (iv) the lack of a third-party valuation in determining whether or not to pursue the proposed transaction; (v) the occurrence of any event, change or other circumstance that could give rise to the termination of the business combination agreement; (vi) the effect of the announcement or pendency of the transaction on Nature’s Miracle’s business relationships, operating results and business generally; (vii) risks that the proposed transaction disrupts current plans and operations of Nature’s Miracle; (viii) the outcome of any legal proceedings that may be instituted against Nature’s Miracle or Lakeshore related to the business combination agreement or the proposed transaction; (ix) the ability to maintain the listing of Lakeshore’s securities on a national securities exchange; (x) changes in the competitive industries in which Nature’s Miracle operates, variations in operating performance across competitors, changes in laws and regulations affecting Nature’s Miracle’s business and changes in the combined capital structure; (xi) the ability to implement business plans, forecasts and other expectations after the completion of the proposed transaction, and identify and realize additional opportunities; (xii) the risk of downturns in the market and Nature’s Miracle’s industry including, but not limited to, as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic; (xiii) costs related to the transaction and the failure to realize anticipated benefits of the transaction or to realize estimated pro forma results and underlying assumptions, including with respect to estimated stockholder redemptions; (xiv) risks and uncertainties related to Nature’s Miracle’s business, including, but not limited to risks relating to the uncertainty of the projected financial information with respect to Nature’s Miracle; risks related to Nature’s Miracle’s limited operating history, the roll-out of Nature’s Miracle’s business and the timing of expected business milestones; Nature’s Miracle’s ability to implement its business plan and scale its business; Nature’s Miracle’s ability to develop products and technologies that are more effective or commercially attractive than competitors’ products; Nature’s Miracle’s ability to maintain accelerate rate of growth recently due to lifestyle changes in the wake of COVID-19 pandemic; risks of increased costs as a result of being a public company; risks relating to Nature’s Miracle’s being unable to renew the leases of their facilities and warehouses; Nature’s Miracle’s ability to grow the size of its organization and management in response of the increase of sales and marketing infrastructure; risks relating to potential tariffs or a global trade war that could increase the cost of Nature’s Miracle’s products; risks relating to product liability lawsuits that could be brought against Nature’s Miracle;; Nature’s Miracle’s ability to formulate, implement and modify as necessary effective sales, marketing, and strategic initiatives to drive revenue growth; Nature’s Miracle’s ability to expand internationally; acceptance by the marketplace of the products and services that Nature’s Miracle markets; and government regulations and Nature’s Miracle’s ability to obtain applicable regulatory approvals and comply with government regulations. The foregoing list of factors is not exclusive. You should carefully consider the foregoing factors and the other risks and uncertainties described in the “Risk Factors” section of proxy statement, when available, and other documents filed by Lakeshore from time to time with the SEC. These filings identify and address other important risks and uncertainties that could cause actual events and results to differ materially from those contained in the forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date on which they are made, and neither Nature’s Miracle nor Lakeshore assume any obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements or other information contained herein, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. You are cautioned not to put undue reliance on these forward-looking statements. Neither Lakeshore nor Nature’s Miracle gives any assurance that either Lakeshore or Nature’s Miracle, or the combined company, will achieve its expectations.

Non-solicitation

This press release is not a proxy statement or solicitation of a proxy, consent or authorization with respect to any securities or in respect of the potential business combination or any other matter and shall not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy the securities of Lakeshore, Nature’s Miracle or the combined company, nor shall there be any sale of any such securities in any state or jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation, or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities laws of such state or jurisdiction. No offer of securities shall be made except by means of a prospectus meeting the requirements of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended.

Contacts

info@nature-miracle.com

Source: Lakeshore Acquisition II Corp.

“Captain Tsubasa: Dream Team” Debuts New Players Including Tsubasa Ozora and Rivaul Wearing Official FC Barcelona Uniforms

TOKYO, Sept. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — KLab Inc., a leader in online mobile games, announced that its head-to-head football simulation game Captain Tsubasa: Dream Team will hold the FC Barcelona Official Campaign starting Friday, September 9th. During the campaign period, new players Tsubasa Ozora, Rivaul, Gordoba Gonzales, and Pedro Fonseca will debut wearing FC Barcelona official kits. See the original press release (https://www.klab.com/en/press/) for more information.

Captain Tsubasa: Dream Team will hold the FC Barcelona Official Campaign starting Friday, September 9th. During the campaign period, new players Tsubasa Ozora, Rivaul, Gordoba Gonzales, and Pedro Fonseca will debut wearing FC Barcelona official kits. There will be various in-game campaigns to celebrate this collaboration so be sure to see the announcements for more details.
Captain Tsubasa: Dream Team will hold the FC Barcelona Official Campaign starting Friday, September 9th. During the campaign period, new players Tsubasa Ozora, Rivaul, Gordoba Gonzales, and Pedro Fonseca will debut wearing FC Barcelona official kits. There will be various in-game campaigns to celebrate this collaboration so be sure to see the announcements for more details.

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FC BARCELONA 2022/2023 Official Kits Added to Dreamball Exchange
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Overview of Captain Tsubasa: Dream Team

Supported OSes: Android™ 4.4+, iOS 10.0+, HarmonyOS 2.0+
Genre: Head-to-head football simulation game
Price: Free-to-play (In-app purchases available)
Supported Regions: Global (Excludes Japan and Mainland China)
Official Website: https://www.tsubasa-dreamteam.com/en
Official Twitter Account: @tsubasaDT_en
Official Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/tsubasaDTen 
Official YouTube Channel:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTgOPO7kIQ35YzB7SBIQoWQ/
Official Discord Channel: https://discord.gg/6tyEs48
Copyright: ©Yoichi Takahashi/SHUEISHA
                   ©Yoichi Takahashi/SHUEISHA/TV TOKYO/ENOKIFILM
                   © KLabGames

Download here:
App Store: https://itunes.apple.com/app/id1293738123 
Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.klab.captain283.global 
AppGallery: https://appgallery.huawei.com/#/app/C105375049

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MMTEC, Inc. Announces Half Year 2022 Unaudited Financial Results

BEIJING, Sept. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — MMTEC, Inc. (NASDAQ: MTC) (“MMTEC”, “we”, “our” or the “Company”), a China based technology company that provides access to the U.S. financial markets, today announced its unaudited financial results for the six months ended June 30, 2022.

First Half 2022 Summary

  • Revenues increased by 44.64% from $507,048 to $733,400 as a result of the increase in software sales revenue during the six months ended June 30, 2022.
  • Gross profit increased by 41.53% to $622,910 as compared to $440,140 for the same period in 2021, while the gross profit margin was 84.93%, as compared to 86.80% for the same period in 2021.
  • Loss from operations was $2,927,617 for the six months ended June 30, 2022, as compared to $1,835,262 for the same period of 2021. The increase was primarily attributable to the increase in operating expenses. We increased the size of and level of spending on support team for our investment banking business, fund management services business and software sales business. We accrued litigation loss contingency of $450,000 to settle with FINRA.
  • Net loss was $2,887,201 for the six months ended June 30, 2022, as compared to net loss of $2,367,612 for the same period of 2021.
  • Loss per share both on a basic and fully diluted basis were $0.92 for the six months ended June 30, 2022, as compared to loss per share on a basic and fully diluted basis of $0.99 for the six months ended June 30, 2021.

Xiangdong Wen, the Company’s Chief Executive Officer and Chairman, commented, “Our revenue increased to $733,400 for the first half of 2022 as a result of our increased sales force in our software sales business. The company ramped up investment banking team spending. Loss from operations increased significantly as a result of the increase in size of, and level of spending on, our support teams for our investment banking and fund management services businesses.”

Mr. Wen continued, “As for the Company’s future strategy, we will actively promote cooperative relationships with Chinese companies listed in the US and provide them with financing, mergers and acquisitions, and financial advisory services. In addition, we will attempt to further increase the construction of investment banking teams, provide high-quality services, and continue to expand the market.”

Operating Results for Six Months Ended June 30, 2022

Revenues

We derive our revenues from: (1) data services and related technical support (the “Market data services”); (2) software sales and related technical support, which are primarily software to facilitate stock trading and clearing (the “Software sales”); (3) commissions through customer securities transactions (“Commissions”); and (4) fund management services as the administrator of the fund (“Fund management services”).

The following tables illustrate the Company’s revenue by revenue type:

  For the six months Ended June 30,

2021

2022

  US$

  US$

 Market data services

85,635

71,928

 Software sales

646,052

 Fund management services

79,610

12,145

 Commissions

341,803

3,275

  Total revenues

507,048

733,400

Cost of Revenue

Cost of revenue consists primarily of internal labor cost and related benefits, and other overhead costs that are directly attributable to services provided.

Cost of revenues increased by $43,582, or 65.14%, to $110,490 for the six months ended June 30, 2022 from $66,908 for the same period last year. The increase in cost of revenues is directly linked to the 100% increase of software sales revenues. Revenue from commissions is presented as net revenue with no associated cost of revenues.

Gross Profit and Gross Margin

Gross profit was $622,910 for the six months ended June 30, 2022, representing gross margin of 84.93%, as compared to 86.80% for the same period in 2021.

Operating Expenses

During the six months ended June 30, 2022 and 2021, respectively, operating expenses included selling and marketing, payroll and related benefits, professional fees, and other general and administrative expenses.

Selling and Marketing Costs

All costs related to selling and marketing are expensed as incurred. Selling and marketing costs increased by $790,027, or 813.24%, to $887,173 for the six months ended June 30, 2022 from $97,146 for the same period last year.

Payroll and Related Benefits

Payroll and related benefits totaled $1,022,931 for the six months ended June 30, 2022, as compared to $669,299 for the six months ended June 30, 2021, an increase of $353,632.

Professional Fees

For the six months ended June 30, 2022, professional fees primarily consisted of audit fees, legal service fees, financial consulting fees and other fees associated with being a public company. Professional fees totaled $696,556 for the six months ended June 30, 2022, as compared to $837,457 for the six months ended June 30, 2021, a decrease of $140,901.

Other General and Administrative Expenses

For the six months ended June 30, 2022 and 2021, other general and administrative expenses were $943,867 and $671,500, respectively. The increase in other general and administrative expense was mainly attributable to the increase of $450,000 in litigation loss contingency, which represented an estimated fine of $450,000 from FINRA investigation; this was partially offset by the decrease in training fee, computer and internet expense, and ETC clearing costs.

Loss from Operations

For six months ended June 30, 2022, loss from operations amounted to $2,927,617, as compared to loss from operations of $1,835,262 for the six months ended June 30, 2021, an increase of $1,092,355, or 59.52%, which was mainly attributable to the increase in selling and marketing costs, payroll and related benefits and litigation loss contingency. As a result of the expansion of the Company’s overall business scale, the Company increased the size of and level of spending on support team for investment banking business, fund management services business.

Other Income (Expense)

Other income (expense) includes interest income from bank deposits, other income, impairment loss on long-term investment, and foreign currency transaction gain (loss). Other income totaled $40,416 for six months ended June 30, 2022, as compared to other expense of $532,350 for six months ended June 30, 2021, a change of $572,766, which was mainly attributable to the decrease in impairments of long-term investment.

Income Taxes

We did not have any income taxes expense for the six months ended June 30, 2022 and 2021 since we did not generate any taxable income in these two periods.

Net Loss

As a result of the factors described above, our net loss was $2,887,201, or $0.92 per share (basic and diluted), for the six months ended June 30, 2022. Our net loss was $2,367,612, or $0.99 per share (basic and diluted), for the six months ended June 30, 2021.

Foreign Currency Translation Adjustment

Our reporting currency is the U.S. dollar. The functional currency of our parent company, MMTEC INC., MM Future Technology Limited, MM Fund SPC, HC Securities (HK) Limited, MMBD Trading Limited, MMBD Investment Advisory Company Limited, Fundex SPC and MM Global Securities, INC, are the U.S. dollar, and the functional currency of Gujia (Beijing) Technology Co., Ltd., is the Chinese Renminbi (“RMB”). The financial statements of our subsidiaries whose functional currency is the RMB are translated to U.S. dollars using period end rates of exchange for assets and liabilities, average rate of exchange for revenue and expenses and cash flows, and at historical exchange rates for equity. Net gains and losses resulting from foreign exchange transactions are included in the results of operations. As a result of foreign currency translations, which are a non-cash adjustment, we reported a foreign currency translation loss of $55,780 and a foreign currency translation gain of $23,720 for the six months ended June 30, 2022 and 2021, respectively. This non-cash loss had the effect of increasing our reported comprehensive loss.

Comprehensive Loss

As a result of our foreign currency translation adjustment, we had comprehensive loss of $2,942,981 and $2,343,892 for the six months ended June 30, 2022 and 2021, respectively.

Financial Condition

As of June 30, 2022, the Company had cash of $7,023,053, compared to $11,206,220 as of December 31, 2021. Total working capital was $9,708,668 as of June 30, 2022, compared to working capital of $12,720,191 as of December 31, 2021.

Net cash used in operating activities for the six months ended June 30, 2022 was $4,153,241, compared to $1,431,474 for the same period last year. Net cash used in investing activities was $6,036 for the six months ended June 30, 2022, compared to $8,806 for the same period last year. Net cash provided by financing activities was $nil for the six months ended June 30, 2022, compared to $14,637,200 for the same period of last year.

As an entity that operates in the financial industry in China and the United States, the Company finds itself subject to the challenges posed by the ongoing tension in the trade relations between the countries.

Shares Authorized and Issued

The Company is authorized to issue 50,000,000 shares with a par value of $0.01 per share. This takes into account the 1-for-10 reverse stock split on the Company’s common stock that was effectuated on July 13, 2022.

There were 3,137,001 common shares issued and outstanding as of June 30, 2022 and December 31, 2021. This takes into account the 1-for-10 reverse stock split on the Company’s common stock that was effectuated on July 13, 2022.

Legal Proceedings

In the normal course of business, MM Global is engaged in various trading and brokerage activities on a principal and agency basis through a clearing broker. As a regulated FINRA broker-dealer, MM Global is subject to regulatory trading inquiries and investigations to determine whether any violations of federal securities or FINRA rules may have occurred. MM Global has responded to FINRA inquires and is subject to an investigation conducted by FINRA. In June 2022, FINRA’s Department of Enforcement concluded its investigation and alleges that there have been violations of the federal securities laws and FINRA rules. The Company intends to settle and as of September 9, 2022, the settlement negotiations are still in process. The Company assesses the likelihood of adverse outcome to the matter, as well as the range of probable losses to the extent losses are reasonably estimable. The Company records accruals to the extent that management concludes a loss is probable and the financial impact, should an adverse outcome occur, is reasonable estimable. As of June 30, 2022, the Company accrued a liability of $450,000 that represents the total estimated amount the Company expects to pay to settle this matter.

Other than MM Global, we are currently not involved in any legal proceedings; nor are we aware of any claims that could have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition, results of operations or cash flows.

Recent Developments

On July 13, 2022, the Company implemented a 1-for-10 reverse stock split. As a result of the reverse split, on July 27, 2022, the Company received a letter from the Listing Qualifications Department of The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC (“NASDAQ”) confirming that the Company had regained compliance with NASDAQ’s minimum bid price requirement under Listing Rule 5550(a)(2). The Company regained compliance with NASDAQ’s requirements when the closing bid price for the Company’s common stock was at or above $1.00 for 10 consecutive business days.

On August 10, 2022, Company entered into a common stock purchase agreement, which was subsequently amended and restated on August 12, 2022 (the “Purchase Agreement”), with VG Master Fund SPC (“VG”). Subject to specified terms and conditions, the Company may, from time to time during the term of the Purchase Agreement, sell to VG up to the lesser of (a) $6.0 million of shares of common stock, par value $0.01 per share, and (b) the maximum amount of securities the Company is permitted to issue under its existing shelf registration statement, which was declared effective by the SEC on July 21, 2020. In consideration for VG’s entry into the Purchase Agreement, the Company issued 53,334 shares of common stock to VG on or about August 17, 2022.

Follow on offering

On August 24, 2022, the Company’s shelf registration statement for up to $300,000,000 in securities was declared effective by the SEC. Under this shelf registration statement, we may offer and sell from time to time up to an aggregate of $300,000,000 of common shares (issued separately or upon exercise of warrants), warrants, debt securities, and units of the Company’s securities.

Notice

Rounding amounts and percentages: Certain amounts and percentages included in this press release have been rounded for ease of presentation. Percentage figures included in this press release have not in all cases been calculated on the basis of such rounded figures, but on the basis of such amounts prior to rounding. For this reason, certain percentage amounts in this press release may vary from those obtained by performing the same calculations using the figures in the financial statements. In addition, certain other amounts that appear in this press release may not sum due to rounding.

About MMTEC, Inc.

Headquartered in Beijing, China, we mainly focus on investment banking and asset management, providing customers with one-stop and all-round financial services. In addition to traditional incubation and investment in domestic and foreign companies listed in the United States, we also launched the HiFund platform to attract global institutional and individual investors to invest in the most competitive Chinese assets.

More information about the Company can be found at: www.haisc.com.

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains forward-looking statements as defined by the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements include statements concerning plans, objectives, goals, strategies, future events or performance, and underlying assumptions and other statements that are other than statements of historical facts. When the Company uses words such as “may”, “will”, “intend”, “should”, “believe”, “expect”, “anticipate”, “project”, “estimate” or similar expressions that do not relate solely to historical matters, it is making forward-looking statements. Specifically, the Company’s statements regarding its continued growth, business outlook, and other similar statements are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and involve risks and uncertainties that may cause the actual results to differ materially from the Company’s expectations discussed in the forward-looking statements. These statements are subject to uncertainties and risks including, but not limited to, the following: the Company’s goals and strategies; the Company’s future business development; product and service demand and acceptance; changes in technology; economic conditions; reputation and brand; the impact of competition and pricing; government regulations; fluctuations in general economic and business conditions in China and assumptions underlying or related to any of the foregoing and other risks contained in reports filed by the Company with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including the Company’s most recently filed Annual Report on Form 20-F and its subsequent filings. For these reasons, among others, investors are cautioned not to place undue reliance upon any forward-looking statements in this press release. Additional factors are discussed in the Company’s filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, which are available for review at www.sec.gov. The Company undertakes no obligation to publicly revise these forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances that arise after the date hereof.

UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL DATA

MMTEC, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
(IN U.S. DOLLARS)

As of

June 30,
2022

December 31,
2021

(UNAUDITED)

ASSETS

CURRENT ASSETS:

Cash and cash equivalents

$

7,023,053

$

11,206,220

Accounts receivable, net

466,812

194,856

Loan receivable, net

2,100,000

2,100,000

Security deposits – current portion

6,947

102,326

Prepaid expenses and other current assets

1,350,400

245,021

Total Current Assets

10,947,212

13,848,423

 NON-CURRENT ASSETS:

Security deposits – non-current portion

163,572

29,460

Property and equipment, net

222,302

267,433

Operating lease right-of-use assets

1,100,379

442,185

Total Non-current Assets

1,486,253

739,078

Total Assets

$

12,433,465

$

14,587,501

LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY

CURRENT LIABILITIES:

Deferred revenue

$

$

123,434

Salary payable

234,035

276,356

Accrued liabilities and other payables

699,556

372,168

Operating lease liabilities – current

304,953

356,274

Total Current Liabilities

1,238,544

1,128,232

NON-CURRENT LIABILITIES:

Operating lease liabilities – non-current

786,178

107,545

Total Non-current Liabilities

786,178

107,545

Total Liabilities

2,024,722

1,235,777

 SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY: 

Common shares ($0.01 par value; 50,000,000 shares
authorized; 3,137,001 shares issued and outstanding at
June 30, 2022 and December 31, 2021)

31,370

31,370

Additional paid-in capital

29,884,600

29,884,600

Accumulated deficit

(19,494,855)

(16,607,654)

Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss)

(12,372)

43,408

Total Shareholders’ Equity

10,408,743

13,351,724

Total Liabilities and Shareholders’ Equity

$

12,433,465

$

14,587,501

MMTEC, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS AND COMPREHENSIVE LOSS
(IN U.S. DOLLARS)
(UNAUDITED)

For the six
months Ended

For the six
months Ended

June 30, 2022

June 30, 2021

 REVENUE

$

733,400

$

507,048

 COST OF REVENUE

110,490

66,908

 GROSS PROFIT

622,910

440,140

 OPERATING EXPENSES:

Selling and marketing

887,173

97,146

General and administrative

Payroll and related benefits

1,022,931

669,299

Professional fees

696,556

837,457

Other general and administrative expenses

943,867

671,500

Total Operating Expenses

3,550,527

2,275,402

 LOSS FROM OPERATIONS

(2,927,617)

(1,835,262)

 OTHER INCOME (EXPENSE):

Interest income

19,663

526

Impairment loss on long-term investment

(583,497)

Other income

2,576

66,940

Foreign currency transaction gain (loss)

18,177

(16,319)

Total Other Income (Expense)

40,416

(532,350)

 LOSS BEFORE INCOME TAXES

(2,887,201)

(2,367,612)

 INCOME TAXES

 NET LOSS

$

(2,887,201)

$

(2,367,612)

 COMPREHENSIVE LOSS:

NET LOSS

(2,887,201)

(2,367,612)

OTHER COMPREHENSIVE INCOME (LOSS)

 Foreign currency translation adjustments

(55,780)

23,720

COMPREHENSIVE LOSS

$

(2,942,981)

$

(2,343,892)

 NET LOSS PER COMMON SHARE

Basic and diluted

$

(0.92)

$

(0.99)

 WEIGHTED AVERAGE NUMBER OF
COMMON SHARES OUTSTANDING:

Basic and diluted

3,137,001

2,386,088

 MMTEC, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
(IN U.S. DOLLARS)
(UNAUDITED)

 For the Six
Months Ended

 For the Six Months
Ended

June 30, 2022

June 30, 2021

 CASH FLOWS FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES:

 Net loss

$

(2,887,201)

$

(2,367,612)

 Adjustments to reconcile net loss from operations to

 net cash used in operating activities:

 Depreciation expense

39,024

14,322

 Impairment loss on long-term investment

583,497

 Noncash lease expense

163,218

168,733

 Foreign currency transaction loss (gain)

(18,177)

35,464

 Gain on extinguishment of debt

(41,548)

 Changes in operating assets and liabilities:

 Operating lease liabilities

(193,925)

(214,724)

 Accounts receivable

(278,617)

(124,368)

 Security deposits

(41,604)

 Prepaid expenses and other current assets

(1,115,439)

516,649

 Deferred revenue

(121,382)

 Salary payable

(37,390)

(5,695)

 Accrued liabilities and other payables

338,252

3,808

 NET CASH USED IN OPERATING ACTIVITIES

(4,153,241)

(1,431,474)

 CASH FLOWS FROM INVESTING ACTIVITIES:

 Purchase of property and equipment

(6,036)

(8,806)

 NET CASH USED IN INVESTING ACTIVITIES

(6,036)

(8,806)

 CASH FLOWS FROM FINANCING ACTIVITIES:

 Proceeds from issuance of stocks

14,637,200

 NET CASH PROVIDED BY FINANCING
ACTIVITIES

14,637,200

 EFFECT OF EXCHANGE RATE ON CASH AND
CASH EQUIVALENTS

(23,890)

(19,245)

 NET INCREASE (DECREASE) IN CASH AND
CASH EQUIVALENTS

(4,183,167)

13,177,675

 CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS – beginning of
period

11,206,220

1,425,926

 CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS – end of period

$

7,023,053

$

14,603,601

 SUPPLEMENTAL DISCLOSURE OF CASH FLOW
INFORMATION:

 Cash paid for:

 Interest

$

$

 Income taxes

$

$

 NON-CASH INVESTING AND FINANCING
ACTIVITIES:

 Remeasurement of the lease liabilities and
right-of-use assets due to lease modification

$

830,860

$

For Media Enquiries: 

Jessie Chang
jessie@xgujia.com

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Stories of Chinese Craftsman’s Spirit – A Feast for Your Eyes: Exquisite Artisan Chinese Pastries by Chef Zhao

BEIJING, Sept. 9, 2022  /PRNewswire/ — A news report by China.org.cn on CPC centenary:

On a July day in 2022, two international students came to visit Huilian Zhao, head pastry chef at Beijing Minzu Hotel, to learn how to make creatively shaped Chinese pastries. The two students are Yisheng Zhang from Mali and Sisi Yang from Costa Rica.

Upon their arrival, they tasted some of the creatively shaped pastries made by Chef Zhao. They are stunned by the exquisiteness and great taste of these food. Yang exclaimed over a one that looks exactly like an apple, and Zhang kept saying “yummy” after tasting a “walnut”. And then, Chef Zhao began to show them how to handmake a walnut-shaped pastry. Under his  guidance, the two students soon got the hang of it. “Awesome!” Yisheng murmured exultingly.

Besides, these pastries also reflect good wishes. The beautiful walnut-shaped pastry signifies “harmony and beauty”, as, in Chinese, the first character of “walnut”(hetao) is the homonym for “harmony”(he). If paired with an apple, it will mean world peace, as the Chinese word they formed is pronounced the same as “peace”(heping). “How brilliant! These pastries not only look beautiful, but also convey good wishes,” Yang said admiringly.

When asked how he started his career in pastry-making, Huilian Zhao replied smilingly, “I began to be interested in it when I saw a chef demonstrate how to make pastries at a Mid-Autumn Festival. I can’t help marveling at the exquisiteness of the artisan food. Since then, I began to love it. ” Mr. Zhao, who was then just asked to work temporarily in the workshop due to chef shortages, wouldn’t have thought that he would become a pastry chef later and pursue the career for the rest of his life. Today, many foreigners, attracted to his delicate pastries and superb craftsmanship, have come to visit him,wanting to see him at work.

Creatively delicate pastries made by Chef Zhao, which used to be served just for ordinary customers in a Beijing hotel, have now been in the state banquet menu and started to be known to the world.  Huilian Zhao is presenting, in his own way, to the world the great charm of Chinese pastries. Chef Zhao is much more than a national master in pastry. He is also one of the Chinese artisans representing the spirit of craftsman.

After this hands-on experience, the two international students learned the basic procedure for making creatively shaped Chinese pastries, and more importantly, gained a better understanding of the Chinese craftsman spirit, the very working attitude seen in Huilian Zhao, who kept pursuing excellence in pastry-making in the hope of spreading Chinese pastries exhibiting oriental beauty and Chinese-style elegance all over the world.

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