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FIDE Online Arena Redefines Online Chess, Offers Official Online Ratings
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VALORANT Points Now Available on Codashop
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SINGAPORE, June 17, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Today Coda Payments ("Coda") and Riot Games, the developer of League of Legends, announced that players in six markets across Southeast Asia, including Myanmar, can purchase VALORANT Points on Codashop (www.codashop.com), a website where millions of customers come to top up their favourite games every month.
VALORANT is a free-to-play team-based, first-person tactical shooter game with a 5v5 setup. In the main game mode, each player gets to pick Agents, characters that have exciting abilities like building walls, calling down airstrikes and more.
How to Top Up VALORANT Points
As soon as the transaction is completed, VALORANT Points will appear in the game. There’s no login required on Codashop, neither do users need to use a voucher nor PIN code.
Gamers love Codashop due to the wide range of popular local payment methods that are accepted, including
- MPT
- Telenor
- Ooredoo
- Mytel
- easyPoints
- WaveMoney
Coda as the exclusive alternative payment channel for VALORANT’s launch in 6 countries on Jun 2, 2020, will also offer payment solutions for Riot Games’ upcoming titles, including Teamfight Tactics Mobile and League of Legends: Wild Rift.
"Our mission at Coda is to make world-class content accessible to everyone," Philippe Limes, Coda’s Chief Executive Officer, said. "With this partnership, we are delighted to make it simple for millions of players to participate in the new competitive stage."
"Here in Southeast Asia, we recognize that gameplay and payment preferences are extremely diverse," said Justin Hulog, General Manager of Riot Games Southeast Asia. "Our partnership with Coda will allow gamers to access and enjoy all our upcoming, new games with comfort and ease."
About Coda Payments
Coda Payments (www.codapayments.com) helps digital content providers monetize their products and services in more than twenty emerging markets. Publishers of leading games like PUBG Mobile and Call of Duty: Mobile, streaming platforms like beIN and Bigo Live, dating apps like Tinder, and video-on-demand platforms like Viu have integrated with Coda to accept payments on/at:
- their own website using Codapay, allowing their users to pay at a wide network of alternative payment channels, including using direct carrier billing with dozens of telcos;
- Codashop, which more than 11 million users visit every month to top up their favourite games and content services; and
- Coda’s e-commerce (Lazada, Tokopedia, Bukalapak, Shopee), telco (Digi, XL), and super app (Gojek) distribution partners who leverage Coda’s xShop solution to offer their users a wide range of premium digital content.
Coda helps its clients collect payments in Argentina, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Brazil, Cambodia, Egypt, India, Indonesia, Japan, Kuwait, Laos, Malaysia, Mexico, Morocco, Myanmar, Nigeria, Philippines, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, South Africa, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Thailand, Turkey, and the United Arab Emirates.
Founded in 2011, Coda is headquartered in Singapore with additional offices in Jakarta and Bangkok. It is backed by Apis Partners—a private equity asset manager that invests in growth-stage financial services and financial infrastructure businesses in Asia and Africa—and GMO Global Payment Fund, whose strategic management company is GMO Payment Gateway, Japan’s largest online payment gateway.
Contact: [email protected]
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About Riot Games
Riot Games was founded in 2006 to develop, publish, and support the most player-focused games in the world. Riot has finally released its first major non-League of Legends Game: VALORANT, codenamed Project A. It was announced during its League of Legends’ 10-year anniversary stream in October 2019.
Riot continues to evolve the game while delivering new experiences to players with Legends of Runeterra, VALORANT, League of Legends: Wild Rift, Teamfight Tactics, and multiple work-in-progress titles.
Founded by Brandon Beck and Marc Merrill, Riot is headquartered in Los Angeles, California, and has 2,500+ Rioters in 20+ offices worldwide. Riot has been featured on numerous lists including Fortune’s "100 Best Companies to Work For," "25 Best Companies to Work in Technology," "100 Best Workplaces for Millennials," and "50 Best Workplaces for Flexibility."
Contact: [email protected]
Press center, including logos: https://www.riotgames.com/en/press
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Blue Hat Interactive Entertainment Technology Announces It Has Regained Compliance with Nasdaq Continued Listing Standards
XIAMEN, China, June 12, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Blue Hat Interactive Entertainment Technology ("Blue Hat" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: BHAT), a producer, developer and operator of augmented reality ("AR") interactive entertainment games, toys and educational materials in China, today announced that, on June 11, 2020, the Company received notification from The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC ("Nasdaq") stating that the Company has regained compliance with Nasdaq Listing Rule 5550(a)(2), as the closing bid price of the Company’s ordinary shares closed at or above $1.00 per share for a minimum of 10 consecutive business days, and that Nasdaq considers the matter closed.
About Blue Hat
Blue Hat Interactive Entertainment Technology is a producer, developer and operator of AR interactive entertainment games and toys in China, including interactive educational materials, mobile games, and toys with mobile game features. The Company’s interactive entertainment platform creates unique user experiences by connecting physical items to mobile devices, which creates a rich visual and interactive environment for users through the integration of real objects and virtual scenery. Distinguished by its own proprietary technology, Blue Hat aims to create an engaging, interactive and immersive community for its users. For more information, please visit the Company’s investor relations website at http://ir.bluehatgroup.com.
Forward-Looking Statements
This release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. All forward-looking statements are inherently uncertain as they are based on current expectations and assumptions concerning future events or future performance of the Company. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which are only predictions and speak only as of the date hereof. In evaluating such statements, prospective investors should review carefully various risks and uncertainties identified in this release and matters set in the Company’s SEC filings. These risks and uncertainties could cause the Company’s actual results to differ materially from those indicated in the forward-looking statements.
Contacts:
Lexie Zhang
Blue Hat Interactive Entertainment Technology
Phone: +86 (592) 228-0010
Email: [email protected]
Phil Lisio
The Foote Group
Phone: +86 135-0116-6560
Email: [email protected]
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New Hero Tagahl Sherekhan Arrives in “Shadow Arena”
SEOUL, South Korea, June 12, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Pearl Abyss today announced that a new Hero Tagahl Sherekhan has arrived in Shadow Arena, Pearl Abyss’ brand new action-packed battle royale game currently available in Early Access on Steam. The free-to-play game now offers eleven Heroes, each catering to different strategies and combat styles.
New Hero Tagahl Sherekhan Arrives in Shadow Arena
With an origin story written in the annals of Black Desert Online lore, Tagahl Sherekhan is a descendant of the Dragon Hunter tribe Sherekhan. When a ferocious dragon appeared in Calpheon and terrorized its people, they called Tagahl for help. However, when Calpheon failed to reward him for defeating the dragon, he turned his back on those lands in discontent and left. He has finally found his way to the world of Shadow Arena, where he is preparing himself for a new battle.
Tagahl is a warrior who uses his main weapon, his signature glaive, to deliver widespread damage with every blow. His ability to bypass or weaken his opponents’ defenses also allows him to attempt reversals. Players can now use his Inherent Skills to attack enemies more strategically.
With the arrival of the new Hero, various in-game events are taking place in Shadow Arena. Players can now claim a Hero through the free DLC package on Steam until July 9. Those who submit their play strategies through the official website or participate in the social media event will also have the chance to win a special item. Until June 18, a Hot Time event will run where players can receive 5 times more silver for completing Daily Quests.
In the meantime, "Shadow Arena Regional Cup – Asia" was hosted for the first time to determine the best of the best on the Asia server. The top 3 placements were announced based on points earned during the tournament who received rewards including a special winner’s-exclusive skin, title, and a large amount of silver.
For more information, visit the official website, Discord, Facebook, YouTube, and Twitter.
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NetEase Announces Pricing of Global Offering
HANGZHOU, China, June 7, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — NetEase, Inc. (NASDAQ: NTES) ("NetEase" or "the Company") today announced the pricing of the Global Offering of 171,480,000 new ordinary shares (the "Offer Shares" or "Shares") which comprises an International Offering and a Hong Kong Public Offering. The final offer price for both the International Offering and the Hong Kong Public Offering (the "Offer Price") has been set at HK$123 per Share. Based on the ratio of 25 ordinary shares per Nasdaq-listed American depositary share ("ADS"), the Offer Price translates to approximately US$397 per ADS. The Company has set the abovementioned offer price by taking into consideration, among other factors, the closing price of the ADSs on June 4, 2020 (the latest trading day before pricing). Subject to approval from The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited (the "SEHK"), the Shares are expected to begin trading on the Main Board of the SEHK on June 11, 2020 under the stock code "9999." The Global Offering is expected to close on the same day, subject to customary closing conditions.
The gross proceeds to the Company from the Global Offering, before deducting underwriting fees and the offering expenses, are expected to be approximately HK$21,092 million. In addition, the Company has granted the international underwriters an over-allotment option, exercisable from June 5, 2020 until 30 days thereafter, to require the Company to issue up to an additional 25,722,000 new Shares at the Offer Price.
The Company plans to use the net proceeds from the Offering for globalization strategies and opportunities, fueling continued pursuit of innovation, and general corporate purposes.
CICC, Credit Suisse and J.P. Morgan (in alphabetical order) are the joint sponsors and joint global coordinators for the proposed Offering.
The International Offering is being made only by means of a prospectus supplement and the accompanying prospectus included in an automatic shelf registration statement on Form F-3 filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") on May 29, 2020, which automatically became effective upon filing. The registration statement on Form F-3 and the preliminary prospectus supplement dated June 1, 2010 are available at the SEC website at: http://www.sec.gov. The final prospectus supplement will be filed with the SEC and will be available on the SEC’s website at: http://www.sec.gov. When available, copies of the final prospectus supplement and the accompanying prospectus relating to the offering may also be obtained from China International Capital Corporation Hong Kong Securities Limited, Email: [email protected], Credit Suisse (Hong Kong) Limited, Email: [email protected], or J.P. Morgan Securities (Asia Pacific) Limited, Email: [email protected].
This press release shall not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer or an invitation to buy any securities, nor shall there be any offer or sale of these securities in any state or other jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to the registration or qualification under the securities laws of any such state or other jurisdiction. This press release does not constitute a prospectus (including as defined under the laws of Hong Kong) and potential investors should read the prospectus of the Company for detailed information about the Company and the proposed offering, before deciding whether or not to invest in the Company. This press release has not been reviewed or approved by the SEHK or the Securities and Futures Commission of Hong Kong.
The price of the Shares of the Company may be stabilized in accordance with the Securities and Futures (Price Stabilization) Rules. The details of the intended stabilization and how it will be regulated under the Securities and Futures Ordinance (Chapter 571 of the laws of Hong Kong) have been contained in the prospectus of the Company dated June 2, 2020.
About NetEase, Inc.
As a leading internet technology company based in China, NetEase, Inc. (NASDAQ: NTES) is dedicated to providing premium online services centered around innovative and diverse content, community, communication and commerce. NetEase develops and operates some of China’s most popular mobile and PC-client games. In more recent years, NetEase has expanded into international markets including Japan and North America. In addition to its self-developed game content, NetEase partners with other leading game developers, such as Blizzard Entertainment and Mojang AB (a Microsoft subsidiary), to operate globally renowned games in China. NetEase’s other innovative service offerings include the intelligent learning services of its majority-controlled subsidiary, Youdao (NYSE: DAO); music streaming through its leading NetEase Cloud Music business; and its private label e-commerce platform, Yanxuan. For more information, please visit: http://ir.netease.com/.
Safe Harbor Statement
This press release contains forward-looking statements. These statements are made under 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," "future," "intends," "plans," "believes," "estimates," "potential," "continue," "ongoing," "targets," "guidance" and similar statements. Statements that are not historical facts, including statements about the offering and listing, the use of proceeds and the Company’s strategies and goals, are or contain forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements involve inherent risks and uncertainties. A number of factors could cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in any forward-looking statement. There can be no guarantee that the offering and listing will be completed as planned, or that the expected benefits from the offering and listing will be achieved. You should consider the risk factors included in the registration statement (including any documents incorporated by reference), prospectus and prospectus supplements that have been or will be filed with the SEC and the prospectus registered in Hong Kong. All information provided in this press release is as of the date of this press release and are based on assumptions that the Company believes to be reasonable as of this date, and the Company does not undertake any obligation to update any forward-looking statement, except as required under applicable law.
Contact for Investors:
Margaret Shi
NetEase, Inc.
[email protected]
Tel: (+86) 571-8985-3378
Brandi Piacente
Investor Relations
[email protected]
Tel: (+1) 212-481-2050
Contact for Media:
Li Ruohan
NetEase, Inc.
[email protected]
Tel: (+86) 571-8985-2668
Alby Wan
Hill+Knowlton Strategies Asia
[email protected]
Tel: (+852) 2894-6267
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New Valencia Region Arrives in Black Desert Mobile
SEOUL, South Korea, June 3, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Pearl Abyss today announced that the new Valencia region has arrived in Black Desert Mobile. Starting today, Adventurers can delve deeper into the main story behind the world of Black Desert and fight against powerful enemies for valuable rewards.
New Valencia Region Arrives in Black Desert Mobile
Located east of Mediah, Valencia stretches across a large expanse of land that is equivalent in size to Balenos, Calpheon, Serendia, and Mediah put together. There is a vast desert that separates the Valencian Empire from the Republic of Calpheon and claims the lives of unprepared Adventurers.
West Valencia, which includes the Bashim and Waragon Territories, is the first of more Valencia region updates to follow in Black Desert Mobile. West Valencia offers Adventures a chance to acquire Abyssal-grade gear by defeating monsters that reside in the region. The main story of Black Desert Mobile will also be further unveiled as Adventurers play through the in-game quests.
Moreover, it will be easier for Adventurers to obtain high-grade Alchemy Stones as the success rate of crafting and synthesizing Alchemy Stones has been increased. In addition, auto-crafting is now available for Alchemy Stones.
Last but not least, Black Desert Mobile’s level cap has been raised to 75. Adventurers who reach the new level cap will be given a chance to fight against powerful monsters in the new region.
Visit Black Desert Mobile‘s official website for more information.
About Pearl Abyss
Best known for the MMORPG franchise Black Desert, Pearl Abyss is a leading developer in the game industry. Established in 2010, Pearl Abyss has since developed Black Desert for PC, mobile, and console, and is developing Shadow Arena for PC and console. All of Pearl Abyss’ games are built on the company’s own proprietary engine and are renowned for their cutting-edge graphics. The company is also developing Crimson Desert, DokeV, and PLAN 8 and is poised to continue its growth through 2020 and maintain its position as one of Asia’s leaders in game development. More information about Pearl Abyss is available at: www.pearlabyss.com
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Donate with POP Domino through “Event Donasi Hati” for COVID-19 Relief
JAKARTA, Indonesia, May 27, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — In order to help others during the COVID-19 pandemic, POP Domino, an Indonesian android game application, will hold a "Donasi Hati – Breathe The Same Air" campaign for the second time. The campaign which aims to help those whose lives are affected by COVID-19 will be held from 30 May to 12 June 2020.
Donasi Hati Event – Breathe The Same Air will be held on 30 May – 12 June 2020 by POP Domino
On April 26 to 2 May 2020, POP Domino has conducted its first donation activity. In the previous activity, POP Domino distributed 60 food packages that consists of rice, oil, canned food, and various other food items to 60 underprivileges families in Jakarta and surrounding areas. This contribution has been given directly to family representatives to help them welcomed the fasting month.
"This pandemic has not only affected Indonesia but the whole world too. Everybody is going through a hard time. Therefore, through our previous donation activity, even just a little, we want to help and give hope to those who carry out the fasting month of Ramadan," said POP Domino representative.
Not only accompanying players during this quarantine time, POP Domino wants to invite players to participate in "Donasi hati" event that will be held in the game to show their solidarity and care to the society. During the second event period, players can collect "Hearts" as donation items. "Hearts" can be collected by playing the game every day, then the collected "Hearts" will be put into "Heart Pool". "Hearts" collected in the Pool will be donated in the form of basic needs to those in need.
This event is not only providing donations to those in need, but every player who participates in this event has the opportunity to get a variety of attractive prizes that have been prepared by POP Domino. The prize for the "Donasi Hati" are in-game special decoration items and game coupons. Game coupons can be exchanged for prizes such as in-game items, phone credits and smartphones.
"We hope we can all get together through difficult times during this pandemic. And of course, comply with physical distancing regulations, always wear a mask and keep your distance in public places, washing hands thoroughly, and avoid going out and gathering. May we always be healthy."
For more info on "Donasi Hati" event, please visit POP Domino’s official Facebook fan page.
About POP Domino
POP Domino is a traditional Indonesian card game application that is popular among game lovers. Play with players from all over the world, show your analytical skills, win attractive prizes and be number 1 in the world. The total registered users of the POP Domino game have reached more than 10 million players, ranked 1st in the card game ranking and top 100 in the game ranking. Launched in 2018, POP Domino is developed by SEA GAMES.
Download the POP Domino app at http://bit.ly/POPDomino
Fan page: https://www.facebook.com/POPDomino99/
Instagram: www.instagram.com/popdomino99/
Twitter: @POPDOMINO
YouTube: @popdomino
Media contact:
Name: Fika Hutami
Phone Number: +6281289395611
Email: [email protected]
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New World Boss Enraged Red Nose Arrives in Black Desert Mobile
SEOUL, South Korea, May 27, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Pearl Abyss announced today that a powerful new World Boss has arrived in Black Desert Mobile. Adventurers can now challenge Enraged Red Nose, whose raid requires higher-level skills and offers incredible rewards.
New World Boss Enraged Red Nose Arrives in Black Desert Mobile
Red Nose is one of the first bosses that Adventurers must fight against when leveling up their characters. Red Nose, looking for revenge for being defeated multiple times, has returned as Enraged Red Nose and now has more strength and power than ever before.
Adventurers can encounter this monster in the Altar of Agris in the region of Balenos when they feel its rage across the lands. Enraged Red Nose is even more difficult to defeat as it performs a wide range of attacks that utilize its large body and range. Those who successfully knock down this enemy will have a chance to obtain the Red Nose Armor, which is an Abyssal-grade gear.
Apart from defeating this World Boss, there is still a chance of getting Abyssal-grade gear by crafting Abyssal-grade weapons and armor using World Boss Fragments. These fragments can be obtained by defeating World Bosses.
In addition to the Enraged Red Nose update, Abyssal Lightstones are also now available in Black Desert Mobile. This new grade of Lightstones are stronger than others, offering Adventurers more powerful options to enhance their skills. They can get these new items by drawing and fusing Lightstones.
Visit Black Desert Mobile‘s official website for more information.
About Pearl Abyss
Best known for the MMORPG franchise Black Desert, Pearl Abyss is a leading developer in the game industry. Established in 2010, Pearl Abyss has since developed Black Desert for PC, mobile, and console, and is developing Shadow Arena for PC and console. All of Pearl Abyss’ games are built on the company’s own proprietary engine and are renowned for their cutting-edge graphics. The company is also developing Crimson Desert, DokeV, and PLAN 8 and is poised to continue its growth through 2020 and maintain its position as one of Asia’s leaders in game development. More information about Pearl Abyss is available at: www.pearlabyss.com
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