The fabulous World of Studio Ghibli has landed at Singapore's ArtScience Museum For nearly four decades, Studio Ghibli has captivated the hearts and imaginations of audiences worldwide with its rich narratives, visual splendour and relatable characters. From 4 October, fans across Singapore and the region will be able to experience the Studio’s timeless treasure at ArtScience Museum and join iconic characters on an unforgettable adventure through the fantastical realms of films such as My Neighbour Totoro  (1988), Kiki’s Delivery Service  (1989), and Spirited Away  (2001). The World of Studio Ghibli is organised by ArtScience Museum under the license of award- winning animation powerhouse Studio Ghibli .  It is the first official Studio Ghibli exhibition in Singapore, and one of the largest exhibitions to be shown at ArtScience Museum, transforming 11 galleries spanning two levels. At the heart of the exhibition are 16 large-scale, immersive theatrical sets meticulously crafted on-site by a team of Japanese artists. The theatrical sets depict iconic scenes from 11 Studio Ghibli films, giving visitors a truly enchanting experience. Handpicked by Studio Ghibli, each piece reflects the same attention to craftsmanship and narrative depth that permeates the Studio’s films. A great leisure and tourist attraction has a brand, a storyline, characters, a following, lots of fans… the Japanese are extremely talented in delivering this to the world.. they go for details, depiction, graphic finesse and most importantly, character exploitation and a definite juxtaposition to bring this to life, in a story, a format, a film, a timeline.. and with cuteness embedded in between, so "kawaii" that it sells, through visioning, theming, material and colour, they bring to life a brand.. the Studio Ghibli brand.. and songs to accompany it.. the folks at Arts Science Museum have done a fantastic job curating it with the HQ in Japan (I heard you can’t take photos in Tokyo, well you can.. in Singapore).. go discover it.. it comes alive on 4th October 2024 Friday.. and be fully entrenched and immersed in the Ghibli world.. so animated, so descriptive, so powerful! " The World of Studio Ghibli  at ArtScience Museum is a homage to one of the greatest animationstudios of our time. This exhibition is a cultural milestone for Singapore, offering our visitors a deeply engaging experience and an exclusive view of artworks never-before-seen in Singapore.What makes this exhibition particularly remarkable is the presence of original artworks and installations crafted on-site by a specialised team of builders from Japan who were selected by Studio Ghibli. The sculptures and theatrical sets in the show authentically showcase the Ghibli universe, bringing to life the rich, textured worlds of the Studio's films. With many of its films also featuring humanist and ecological themes which align with ArtScience Museum’s own vision to explore the intersection of art, science, and technology while fostering a deeper understanding of nature and our place within it, we felt that this exhibition would resonate powerfully with our visitors. As such, we have been striving to bring a Studio Ghibli exhibition to our shores for many years,” said Honor Harger, Vice President of ArtScience Museum at Marina Bay Sands. "We hope that this landmark exhibition sparks joy, curiosity, and inspires people from all walks of life whether they are longtime fans of Studio Ghibli or experiencing these films for the first time,” she added. “We are very happy that the first Studio Ghibli exhibition in Singapore will be held at ArtScience Museum – a place that attracts people from all over the world. Since the Studio began operations in 1985, we aimed to create works that were meaningful to produce, enjoyable as entertainment, and appealing to all generations. The large-scale installations in this exhibition have been created with a focus on size and realism, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the world of our films. For those who have seen our films, this exhibition offers a chance to relive those experiences in a different way. And for those who have yet to see them, the carefully crafted sets can serve as a gateway to our films, showcasing the unique characteristics of our works. With many photo spots, I believe this exhibition will be enjoyed by people from all walks of life, just like our films,” said Shinsuke Nonaka, Vice President of Business and Legal Affairs at Studio Ghibli. Founded in Japan in 1985 by directors Hayao Miyazaki and Isao Takahata, alongside producer Toshio Suzuki, Studio Ghibli has created 25 visually sumptuous feature films that combine masterful hand-drawn visuals, intricate world-building, rich characters, and universal themes. Studio Ghibli is renowned for its enchanting films which range from magical adventures to charming tales based on everyday life. It has also left an indelible mark on the animation industry, with its films garnering critical acclaim within and beyond Japan, inspiring generations of animators and storytellers. Seven films have received Academy Award nominations, with Spirited Away  (2001) and most recently, The Boy and the Heron  (2023), having won Best Animated Feature Film. The World of Studio Ghibli features both films. Additionally, Studio Ghibli has paved the way with its groundbreaking portrayal of strong, independent, and complex female protagonists. From San in Princess Mononoke  (1997), who grapples with the conflict between human progress and environmental preservation, to Chihiro in Spirited Away  (2001), whose journey is one of self-discovery, the Studio’s heroines are nuanced and relatable. Meanwhile, characters like Kiki in Kiki’s Delivery Service  (1989), Sophie in Howl’s Moving Castle  (2004), and Nausicaä in Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind (1984) face their fears, confront adversities, and emerge empowered. With these films having inspiredgenerations of women and girls, the exhibition complements ArtScience Museum’s ‘Year of Extraordinary Women’, which has celebrated the stories of those who have challenged narratives, defied expectations, and transcended conventions. Highlights from The World of Studio Ghibli Upon arrival at ArtScience Museum, visitors will be greeted by a giant sculpture from Ponyo on the Cliff by the Sea (2008) placed dramatically within the museum’s lily pond. The journey continues at the Basement 2 galleries with striking immersive installations depicting scenes from Howl’s Moving Castle  (2004), Castle in the Sky  (1986) and My   Neighbour Totoro  (1988). Meanwhile, the Level 3 galleries feature more original sculptures and theatrical sets from beloved films including Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind  (1984), Porco Rosso  (1992), Pom Poko  (1994), Princess Mononoke  (1997), Kiki’s Delivery Service  (1989), Spirited Away  (2001), and The Boy and the Heron  (2023). The exhibition offers numerous opportunities for fans to step into their favourite scenes and be transported directly into Studio Ghibli’s dazzling adventures and captivating worlds. Visitors are invited to wander through the lush forest of Princess Mononoke , explore Howl’s castle, venture down a grassy tunnel to Totoro’s cave, become a customer of Gütiokipänjä bakery where Kiki and her cat Jiji work, hop on a train with No Face and wait in the rain with Totoro. Various art installations also drop visitors right into the middle of memorable and exciting sequences – from fleeing with Pazu and Sheeta along the railway tracks during a thrilling chase scene in Castle in the Sky (1986), to becoming part of the airship scene from Kiki’s Delivery Service (1989), where visitors can take on the role of Tombo hanging from the airship or Kiki rescuing him on her flying broomstick. In addition to the theatrical sets, The World of Studio Ghibli  includes 16 box art installations created by the Studio. These original works of art, produced specially for the exhibition, offer small portals into various frames from the movies, allowing visitors to take a closer look at intricate details from the films. First presented in Japan in 2013 before travelling to South Korea, Taiwan, Hong Kong and Bangkok, this iteration of The World of Studio Ghibli at ArtScience Museum has been redeveloped and includes many new and never-seen-before additions. It features movie frames transformed into large-scale graphics, and objects from the films brought to life as props for the first time. Visitors can dive deeper into the Studio’s renowned world-building and discover elements they might have missed onscreen, as well as keeping a look out for easter eggs such as local delicacies placed amongst No Face’s spread of food. Bring the treasure of Studio Ghibli home with special keepsakes Both fans and newcomers can forge meaningful memories and bring home souvenirs from The World of Studio Ghibli . Unique to this iteration of the show are three special in-gallery activity spaces conceived by ArtScience Museum’s Education team that embody the moments of reflection depicted in Ghibli’s films. Visitors are invited to slow down, pause and engage in activities ranging from drawing soot sprites featured in Spirited Away (2001), writing heartwarming notes of gratitude inspired by Totoro, and making their own animation device called a thaumatrope with characters from My Neighbour Totoro (1988). The World of Studio Ghibli  also ends with a retail store on Level 3 that will offer a wide variety of official merchandise. The World of Studio Ghibli  will run from 4 October 2024 to 2 February 2025. Daily : 10am to 7pm Price : From S$24 For more details on The World of Studio Ghibli and its programmes, please visit https://www.marinabaysands.com/museum/exhibitions/studio-ghibli.html

Decanter is thrilled to announce the launch of its globally acclaimed Decanter Fine Wine Encounter in Singapore, a city known for its sophisticated wine culture. Taking place on Saturday, 26 October 2024, at the esteemed Shangri-La Singapore, the one-day event will bring the world’s finest wines to Southeast Asia. Following successful editions in London, Shanghai, and New York, the Singapore debut promises to attract wine enthusiasts from across the region to indulge in an extraordinary selection of classic and contemporary wines, as well as attend expert-led masterclasses. Decanter is the world’s leading wine media brand with a total monthly reach in excess of 2 million via its print, digital and social channels. It has a unique place in the world wine market, with authoritative tastings and highly knowledgeable expert contributors making it a must-read, both online and in its high-quality monthly print magazine. Decanter was launched in 1975, making it one of the publishing world’s enduring success stories. Engaging with wine lovers in over 100 countries around the globe, Decanter also organises inspirational live and virtual events and is home to the internationally renowned Decanter World Wine Awards - the world's largest wine competition.. At the heart of the Decanter Fine Wine Encounter is the Grand Tasting, where 57 internationally renowned wine producers will present their finest wines. Guests will have the rare opportunity to sample iconic wines and celebrated vintages from around the globe. The event also offers attendees access to exclusive masterclasses led by wine experts, providing a unique educational experience. Highlights include a special tasting with Château Lafite Rothschild, a regionally-focused masterclass with Clos de Vougeot led by Master of Wine Charles Curtis, and an adventurous tasting session featuring Nikka Whisky. “ We are thrilled to bring the Decanter Fine Wine Encounter back to Asia after a five-year hiatus.” says Victoria Stanage, Events and Awards Director for Decanter. “ The Asian market holds immense importance in the global wine landscape, and we are especially excited to share this exceptional tasting experience with Singapore's sophisticated and knowledgeable wine community.” Wine expert and Keeper of the Quaich, says " Decanter’s trust in our “Little Red Dot” is echoed by the excitement of 57 exhibitors from around the world. Bringing with them their rich heritage, terroir, expertise, and award-winning wines - this promises to be an exceptional tasting experience. " Grand Tasting tickets start at S$165 and Masterclasses from S$167 - $600 and can be purchased via events.decanter.com/singapore www.decanter.com   | @decanter

TOKEN2049 Singapore Set to Be World’s Largest Web3 Event With 20,000 Attendees And Over 500 Side Events TOKEN2049 , the world’s largest crypto event, announced its first batch of headline speakers and prominent title sponsors   ahead of its eagerly anticipated return to Singapore. TOKEN2049 will take place from 18-19 September 2024 at Marina Bay Sands , ahead of the Formula 1 Singapore Grand Prix 2024  race weekend. Set to welcome 20,000 attendees from over 150 countries, TOKEN2049 will return to Singapore once more, converging industry leaders and global cultural icons alike in Asia’s leading economic hub to share what’s ahead for the zeitgeist. Following its record-breaking success in 2023, this year’s TOKEN2049 features a densely packed week of over 500 side events taking place from 16-22 September throughout the city-state.      TOKEN2049 is a global conference series, where the crypto ecosystem's decision-makers connect to exchange ideas, network, and shape the industry. TOKEN2049 is the pre-eminent meeting place for entrepreneurs, institutions, industry insiders, investors, builders, and those with a strong interest in the crypto and blockchain industry. Previous editions have been held in leading digital asset capitals – with their latest editions taking place semi-annually in Dubai and Singapore. This year’s TOKEN2049 Singapore will immerse participants in a festival experience unlike any other. A plethora of activities will merge next-generation Web3 technologies with endless entertainment across four floors of the conference venue. The show floors will be densely packed with interactive VR zones and immersive AI art experiences, an indoor rock climbing monolith, competition-grade padel, cage football and mixed martial arts – just a selection from a range of other activities to be discovered during the event dates. TOKEN2049 will be more than an event, promising an environment where entertainment and learning coexist. The city of Singapore will be marked by the TOKEN2049 community, as thousands of participants are transported around Singapore in TOKEN2049-branded buses and Singapore’s iconic pedalled trishaws, ensuring participants can navigate the festival week with ease and style.   Making its debut is TOKEN2049’s new startup competition , which will unveil the next generation of Web3 projects as they emerge from stealth. Hundreds of aspiring applicants will be rigorously evaluated, with only the top 10 most innovative projects selected to pitch on the global stage, showcasing their innovations for the first time.   In gearing up for the event’s largest and most immersive iteration to date, Alex Fiskum, Co-Founder of TOKEN2049 said: “TOKEN2049 has always been a global platform that brings together ideas, technology and culture to inspire and to entertain. This year we are reimagining the conference experience from the ground up, creating a spectacle unlike any other. With 20,000 attendees and more than 500 side events throughout the week, we are confident that TOKEN2049 Singapore will surpass all expectations of what one would expect of an event. Ticketing and exhibition demand has already surpassed all previous records, we are only at the beginning of what promises to be the most consequential Web3 event in the world. We look forward to sharing more exciting updates as we get closer to the event.”   The first round of over 200 confirmed speakers includes Richard Teng,  CEO of Binance; Anatoly Yakovenko , Founder of Solana; Balaji Srinivasan , Founder, Investor and Author of The Network State; whistleblower Edward Snowden ; Arthur Hayes , CIO of Maelstrom; Emad Mostaque , Founder of Schelling AI , with more industry leaders to be unveiled in the months following.   TOKEN2049 Singapore’s title sponsors include OKX , a leading crypto exchange and Web3 technology company; BingX , a leading crypto exchange and official partner of Chelsea FC; TRON DAO , empowering decentralised commerce and community for every human on the planet; DWF Labs , the new generation Web3 investor and market maker; Bitget , the world's leading cryptocurrency exchange and web3 company, and Bullish , one of the fastest-growing, regulated digital asset exchanges.   AFTER2049 TOKEN2049 , the world’s largest Web3 and crypto conference, announced a star-studded DJ line-up for AFTER 2049, the official closing event of this year’s highly anticipated Singapore edition. Making their eagerly awaited debut in Singapore, award-winning trio WhoMadeWho  will be headlining the event, alongside South African DJ and producer Da Capo  and returning acts, Hong Kong’s Leon , Milam  and Mo-Shi . AFTER 2049 will be held on Friday, 20th September at Marina Bay Sands’ SkyPark Observation Deck — open exclusively for AFTER 2049 each year, with exhilarating views of the Formula 1 evening session from the 57th floor. This year’s AFTER 2049 will host 2,000 guests, with a premium open bar, and boasting a multi-sensory music experience with state-of-the-art productions, working with the best in the industry — details of which will be unravelled as the event nears. Tickets were sold out in minutes in 2023, with demand expected to surpass all previous records for the 2024 edition.   Having established themselves as one of the definitive electronic music acts of their generation, with performances at global music festivals like Burning Man , Sonar and Roskilde , WhoMadeWho will be bringing their unique music identity to AFTER 2049 and attendees can expect a scintillating hybrid DJ set.   Raphael Strauch, Founder of TOKEN2049  said: “We're thrilled to bring AFTER 2049 back to the iconic Marina Bay Sands rooftop. This year, we've put together an incredible lineup featuring some of the largest names in electronic music. Our immersive setup will transform the venue into a portal of sound and light. Set against Singapore's mesmerising skyline, AFTER 2049 promises more than just music – it's a symphony of experiences where every element is crafted for an unforgettable night. Prepare for a landmark event that will redefine the electronic party scene in Singapore.”   Sponsors of AFTER 2049 include multichain real-world asset protocol Creditcoin , Incentive , decentralised talent incubator platform MEET48 , chain abstraction stack NEAR , the distributed network for decentralised protocols 1inch , Axlflops , the platform combining blockchain with relational databases Chromia , the Bitcoin-powered, EVM-compatible blockchain Coredao , leading liquidity provider and digital asset exchange Darkex , the world’s first decentralised payments network Gnosis Pay , the application absolute liquidity network Haust , Hibachi , the security-first real-world asset layer-1 blockchain MANTRA , leading digital payment token service provider MetaComp , permissionless Ethereum Layer 2 network Metis , the permissionless liquidity layer for Web3 trading Orderly Network , the largest network of interconnected decentralised energy assets Rowan Energy and community foundation for Starknet’s permissionless decentralised Validity-Rollup  Starknet Foundation. Polygon Productions TOKEN2049 , the world’s largest Web3 conference, announced a collaboration with spatial sound pioneers Polygon Productions  for AFTER 2049, the official closing event of this year’s highly anticipated Singapore edition. Set to redefine live music experiences with spatial audio technology, Polygon Productions will combine binaural sound and synchronised lighting to curate an immersive sensory journey for its Singapore debut. AFTER 2049 will be held on Friday, 20th September at Marina Bay Sands’ SkyPark Observation Deck, and will extend to CÉ LA VI restaurant and Club Lounge, offering exhilarating views of the Formula 1 evening session from the 57th floor.   The event will immerse guests – a dynamic mix of Singapore’s tastemakers and global innovators from across the technology, cultural, and music scenes – into a multisensory audio-visual experience. Amplified by Polygon Production’s 360° sound system, award-winning trio WhoMadeWho  will be headlining the event with their debut in Singapore, alongside South African DJ and producer Da Capo  and returning acts, ANONM , Leon , Milam  and Mo-Shi . Making its debut in Asia outside of Wonderfruit Festival, Polygon Production’s audio technology features speaker stacks in a circle powered by L-Acoustics L-ISA technology, which moves the music above, around and through the audience. This technology has already been adopted by the likes of deadmau5 and Katy Perry, and Polygon Productions is using it to change the face of live music — with AFTER 2049 as its stage. It’s set to be a unique and thrilling experience that will redefine what’s possible in live events.   Nico Elliott, CEO of Polygon Productions said: “We’re delighted to be bringing our immersive spatial audio system to AFTER 2049. Polygon Productions and TOKEN2049 share a passion for tech, innovation, and pushing the boundaries beyond what was ever thought possible. We just do it with sound. Together with WhoMadeWho and Da Capo, this will be an evening for the books.”   Raphael Strauch, Founder of TOKEN2049 added, “With Polygon Productions on board, AFTER 2049 is not just a party — it's a glimpse into the future of live entertainment. We're thrilled to offer our guests this unprecedented audio-visual spectacle, set against the astonishing vistas of Singapore’s skyline as the F1 practice rounds are underway.”   Sponsors of AFTER 2049 include Hibachi , the security-first real-world asset layer-1 blockchain; WSPN , a global digital payments company leveraging Distributed Ledger Technology;  MEET48, the decentralised talent incubator platform;   chain abstraction stack  NEAR ;  Core ,   the distributed network for decentralised protocols; Gnosis Pay, the world’s first decentralised payments network; Haust ,    the application absolute liquidity network; 1inch ,   the distributed network for decentralised protocols; Chromia , the platform combining blockchain with relational databases; MetaComp ,   the leading digital payment token service provider; Rowan Energy ,   the largest network of interconnected decentralised energy assets; MANTRA ,   the security-first real-world asset layer-1 blockchain; Creditcoin ,   the multichain real-world asset protocol; GOAT Network ,   the first Bitcoin layer-2; Orderly Network , the permissionless liquidity layer for Web3 trading; Starknet Foundation ,   the community foundation for Starknet’s permissionless decentralised Validity-Rollup;  Incentiv ,   the layer-1 blockchain simplifying user experience; TrinityPad, the initial DEX offering (IDO) launchpad;  Telos Foundation ,   the mass adoption, open finance network focused on Real World Use and Adoption;  C2 Ventures ,   a blockchain investment fund making early-stage investments across all major layer 1 and layer 2 ecosystems;  peaq ,   the layer-1 blockchain designed to be the go-to backbone for DePINs and  BOB: Build on Bitcoin ,   the first hybrid L2 connecting Bitcoin security with EVM liquidity. For more information and continued updates on TOKEN2049 Singapore, please visit: https://www.asia.token2049.com/

A STORY OF A RENAISSANCE A LEGACY OF OVER 145 YEARS OF EXCELLENCE INTRODUCTION Edmond Audry & Cie was founded in Cognac in 1878 by Auguste Edmond AUDRY. He was determined to produce the best quality cognac possible. The company quickly made a name for itself thanks to its mastery of double distillation and the meticulousness of its blends. Its reputation spread beyond France's borders. In 1905, the second generation of AUDRYs decided to set up their own cellar and laboratory to support the company's development. It was Henri, the founder's grandson, who would navigate the troubled period of the interwar years and the Second World War. At that time, the town of Cognac was in the occupied zone. When he died in 1955, his son Bernard was too young to take over the family business and the precious reserve of eaux-de-vie was left to rest. In 1984, Bernard relaunched the company and revived this collection. Time is a luxury, and in almost 30 years, these eaux-de-vie have become an exceptional and invaluable treasure. With his wife Michelle, they brought the aromatic complexity of Maison AUDRY cognacs to fine tables in France and abroad. The precision of their cognac blends and their quality have won over the most demanding sommeliers, who now offer them in their restaurants. These cognacs have become a much-appreciated reference for epicureans. REVIVAL AND TRANSMISSION The involvement of Anne and Renaud, members of the fifth generation, represents much more than a simple generational transition. They embody the continuity of the AUDRY family's age-old commitment to excellence and authenticity. Their desire to perpetuate the family heritage goes beyond simply maintaining a successful business. Deeply attached to the values cherished by their forebears, they never forget that behind each bottle of cognac lies more than a century of expertise, passion and know-how. Their ambition is to preserve this ancient heritage, this living legacy, while adapting it to the demands of the modern world. In the strong and growing cognac market, they are convinced that tradition and craftsmanship have a legitimate place that must be defended and preserved. As ambassadors of the history of Maison AUDRY, they now aspire, with boldness and determination, to develop the brand's reputation while preserving the very essence of what has made it famous in the past; remaining faithful to the family values that have always been at the heart of their business. Since 2023, Mathieu Vanhalst has joined the teams as Managing Director, with the ambition of tackling the revival of the house and the commercial development of the brand on the French market and internationally. THE PRODUCTS Maison AUDRY cognacs promise a unique aromatic and sensory journey. As prestigious spirits par excellence, they result from a skilful blend of eaux-de-vie carefully preserved for decades in French oak barrels and sourced exclusively from the Grande and Petite Champagne regions. These 2 areas, located around the town of Cognac, are essential to the production of higher-quality cognac. The Petite Champagne contributes finesse and elegance to the blends, imparting exceptional structure and length on the palate. The Grande Champagne, famous for the aromatic richness of its eaux-de-vie, is synonymous with quality ageing. We uncovered this greatness of a Cognac from the House of Audry at the recent TFWA Asia Pacific Exhibition and conference show in Singapore 2024.. Maison AUDRY cognacs are now available in 4 universes that echo the 4 cardinal values deeply rooted in the house's DNA: absolute quality, audacity, rarity and transmission. Timeless Napoléon XO Réserve Spéciale Mémorial Exception Réserve Aristide Napoléon The perfect balance between the tonicity of a young cognac and the roundness of a mature eau-de-vie. 50% Grande Champagne - 50% Petite Champagne Ageing: 15-18 years XO A unique vision of the house’s treasures. 50% Grande Champagne - 50% Petite Champagne Ageing: 18-20 years Réserve Spéciale A cognac with an astonishing range of aromas, more feminine, very fruity and very pleasant. 50% Grande Champagne - 50% Petite Champagne Ageing: 25-30 years Mémorial An invitation to travel through a world rich in flavours and aromas, delicate and complex. 60% Grande Champagne - 40% Petite Champagne Ageing: 40-45 years Exception A very unique cognac, whose aromatic richness, enhanced by the nuances of Rancio, offers exceptional complexity. 60% Grande Champagne - 40% Petite Champagne Ageing: 40-60 years Réserve Arsitide A pure ode to the Grande Champagne production. Five decades of slow maturation take us on an unforgettable aromatic journey. 100% Grande Champagne Ageing: 50 years We sampled some of these timeless creations and they were truly remarkable, and my favourite is the Memorial! The finesse, style, traditional values, robustness and quality is inherent in the quality of this fine Cognac! Remarkable! THE COLLECTION - Collection 78 The first 100 years of Maison AUDRY are celebrated here. A 100% single cask from an old Grande Champagne 1978 eau-de-vie, found in the family’s cellar in autumn 2023. To preserve its purity, splendour and precious character, it has been decided not to blend it and to bottle it “brut de fût” at 49.4%. The Collection 78, the first creation from this universe, is distinguished by the exclusivity of its 288 numbered decanters, presented with handcrafted tailor-made ceramic caps and by hand - as unique as this exceptional cognac. MAISON AUDRY AND ART Producing a cognac requires the invaluable talent of an artist with ancestral know-how: the cellar master. As with painting and sculpture, this process seeks a subtle harmony, where creativity and mastery combine to create a memorable sensory and emotional experience. Maison AUDRY's aim is to add a touch of art and craftsmanship to its cognacs, which are symbols of know-how and tradition. The Maison AUDRY vine shoots Anne Lesca, a ceramist and member of the fifth generation of the AUDRY family, draws her inspiration from everyday life, from her travels and encounters. Deeply attached to the history of her family, she created the ceramic vine shoots that have become the emblem of the house, and which are now found on the bottle labels. The Maison AUDRY ceramic caps To enhance the 288 decanters of the Collection 78 and the Dame Jeanne, Maison AUDRY called on Bordeaux ceramist Erwan de Renvergé. The result of this collaboration are cubic caps for the Collection 78 and spherical caps for the Dame Jeanne, all in cracked ivory enamel with the Maison AUDRY coat of arms in an elegant shade of orange, and beechwood screw-cutting carried out by a master turner in Burgundy. Erwan also makes the personalised ceramic labels for the Dame Jeanne. Contact Mathieu Vanhalst, Managing Director + 33 6 77 55 28 65 mvanhalst@cognac-audry.com For more information, pls visit cognac-audry.com

Singapore’s only international conference focused on gold, silver and precious metals With the current surge in global precious metals prices and volatility in the Middle East, investors are now evaluating their investment strategy in precious metals which has traditionally been a safe haven investment. Hence it is timely to join us at  Asia Gold Conference, the only international conference in Singapore and Asia Pacific region exclusively focusing on gold, silver and other precious metals . Organised by Spire Events, Asia Gold Conference will be held from 25-26 November 2024 in the global financial hub of Singapore. The innovative agenda touches on critical industry issues, developments & key trends shaping the precious metals industry’s future. Renowned international and regional speakers provide unique insights on mining investment trends, exploration opportunities, financing models, ESG, sustainability and technology innovations.  Hear from a broad range of metals explorers, developers and producers from Asia and beyond on the investment opportunities. Confirmed exhibitors thus far include gold mining companies such as Rua Gold which has active gold projects in New Zealand. More event information can be found at  https://www.asiagoldconference.com/

​ Abstract Summit is a one-day gathering focused on the various approaches to improving the web3 user experience. With 30+ speakers from top teams, Abstract will feature curated discussions, debates, and hot takes on building mainstream-ready UX to drive mass adoption.  ​Join top projects, VCs, and experts participating in Abstract Summit. With 30+ speakers from top teams, get ready for a day of curated discussions, debates, and hot takes on building mainstream-ready UX for mass adoption.  Schedule ​12:00 PM — Abstractions: The Role of Middleware in Enhancing Web3 DevEx and UX — 1kx ​12:25 PM — The First Chain Abstracted dApp — Renzo ​12:50 PM — CEXs and L2s: Why It Creates Great UX — Coinbase ​1:20 PM — Fireside Chat: The Chain Abstraction Vision — Arjun (Everclear) x Andy (The Rollup) ​1:45 PM — Panel: Launching New Chains In a Fragmented World — MegaETH, Mantle, Manta, Starknet ​2:20 PM — The Present and Future of Intents — Anoma ​2:45 PM — Towards a Unified Blockchain Future — Twine ​3:10 PM — No, We Don't Need More DApps: Here's Why — Particle ​3:35 PM — Panel: The State of Usability — OKX Wallet, ENS Labs, Safe, Airfoil ​4:10 PM — Panel: Chain Expansion and Liquidity Fragmentation — Amber Group, Raven, Hyperlane, BNB Chain ​4:45 PM — The Omnichain: A Herculean Task — Stargate ​5:10 PM — Panel: Chain Abstraction: Limitations and Opportunities — Okto, Cycle, Router, Polymer, Xion ​5:45 PM — Seamless DX for One-Click UX — Agoric ​6:10 PM — 🔥 Debate: Modular vs Monolithic UX — Celestia (Nick White), Monad (Keone) ​6:45 PM — Panel: Contrarian Takes on The Market — Pantera, Polychain ​7:15 PM — Networking and Drinks Truly an inspirational Summit that delves into the intricacies of Chain matters, adoption, UX interfaces, middleware, Development experience, Chain Abstraction, Omni-chains, fragmentation, types of UX, DX and expansion, truly enlightening and very detailed! The audience is truly global, from Italy to France, Cayman Islands to Taiwan, China to India, the globalisation audience mix just goes on.. thks to Matthew for the kind invite. For more information, pls review their Summit notes.. https://www.abstractsummit.com/

Pioneering the Future of Security Tokens with Real-World Equity Assets MOCHAX, a cutting-edge Security Token backed by real-world equity assets, is taking bold steps toward revolutionising traditional finance. Established by a global team of seasoned experts in blockchain, technology and financial markets, MOCHAX embarked on its journey in 2024 with the vision of creating a bridge between the tangible value of real-world equity and the limitless potential of blockchain technology. A special event was held in a private villa in Sentosa, for VCs, exchanges and token enthusiasts to meet and exchange, to network, it was fabulous! The Journey of Tokenising MOCHAX The decision to tokenise MOCHAX arose from the pressing need to democratise access to equity and digital asset investments globally. The founding team recognised the challenges and inefficiencies that exist in traditional equity markets - high barriers to entry, geographical limitations, and liquidity issues. By tokenising MOCHAX, we are providing investors with fractional ownership in a diverse portfolio of equity and digital assets, offering unprecedented liquidity, security, and transparency through blockchain technology. MOCHAX represents a paradigm shift in investment opportunities, allowing both institutional and accredited investors to diversify their portfolios in ways that were previously inaccessible. Through blockchain, MOCHAX can offer the stability of real-world assets with the flexibility and efficiency of digital assets.   Portfolio & Future Opportunities  Our portfolio is composed of high-value, real-world assets spanning diverse technology sectors, including blockchain, AI, spatial twins, infrastructure, gaming, Web2, and finance. MOCHAX’s unique blend of equity backing and blockchain infrastructure has positioned it as one of the first, standout players in the evolving digital asset space.   Looking ahead, MOCHAX is exploring exciting opportunities to expand tokenisation into new asset classes and industry sectors. We believe that the future of finance lies in the full-scale digitisation of real-world assets—from equity and digital assets to carbon credits and intellectual property. By leveraging blockchain, we can unlock liquidity in traditionally illiquid markets and provide innovative financial products for a global audience.   What’s Next: Token 2049  Singapore & VIP lunch with CoinTelegraph  Accelerator  MOCHAX’s leadership will be present at the highly anticipated Token 2049 event in Singapore, a key gathering for the global cryptocurrency and blockchain community. This will be a prime opportunity for the team to share insights on the future of asset tokenisation and showcase the success of MOCHAX.   In addition, we are thrilled to announce that we will be co-hosting a VIP lunch with CoinTelegraph Accelerator, where industry leaders and investors will come together to discuss the future of digital assets, security tokens, and our combined portfolio of disruptive startups.   Our team is excited about the future, and we are committed to driving the adoption of asset tokenisation worldwide. Stay tuned for more updates on our expanding portfolio and new developments as MOCHAX continues to push the boundaries of what’s possible in the tokenised economy.   About MOCHAX   MOCHAX  is a Security Token backed by a diversified portfolio of real-world equity assets, providing investors with secure, liquid, and transparent access to traditional markets via blockchain technology. Established in 2024 MOCHAX is leading the charge in the tokenisation of real-world assets and shaping the future of finance. Welcome to the MOCHAX Portfolio – a curated showcase of investment-ready projects from MOCHAX and CoinTelegraph’s accelerator. Explore innovative ventures primed for funding, strictly for accredited and institutional investors. Got questions? Reach out to the team at info@mochax.xyz

Founded in 2021, AltLayer is a decentralized protocol that facilitates the launch of native and restaked rollups with both optimistic and zk rollup stacks. Their solutions strengthen on-chain functionality at every level-  sequencing, execution, and verification. Built atop this protocol, AltLayer also offers a no-code Rollups-as-a-Service (RaaS) launchpad that allows anyone to spin up a customized rollup within 2 minutes with only a few simple clicks. The RaaS launchpad is designed for a multi-chain and a multi-VM world. It supports different rollup SDKs such as OP Stack, Arbitrum Orbit, Linea, Polygon zkEVM CDK, and Starkware among others. AltLayer products are recognized by top industry builders, VCs, and researchers from Ethereum Arbitrum, Optimism, EigenLayer, Polygon, Polychain Capital, Breyer Capital, Messari, Jump, and more. Built on the tenets of the modular blockchain ethos, they dream of building an ecosystem where hundreds of thousands of rollups can thrive, opening the floodgates to limitless applications and massive adoption. Restaked Rollups We are introducing restaked rollups to the market, leveraging our proprietary technology and EigenLayer’s restaking mechanism to make rollups more decentralized, secure, interoperable, and efficient. Rollups-as-a-Service We help projects build customized rollups with support of all major rollup stacks including OP Stack, Arbitrum Orbit, Polygon CDK, and zkSync ZK Stack, as well as data availability solutions such as Celestia, EigenDA and Avail, etc. Ethereum opportunities in 2024 summarized by Vitalik in 60 seconds: - Scaling is here - Usability is here - ZK infra is here, expands the universe of what can be brought onchain so we all need to take these ingredients and mix them to create useful apps that reach billions of users! Vitalik gave some exciting guidance on the future of L2 expansion at @alt_layer Rollup Day ...Gas cost is the “life or death issue” for ethereum scaling and with the new DA solutions we can get to ~58k tps (pure DAS + compression) Restaked rollups combines the ease of spinning up rollups using rollup stacks such as OP Stack, Arbitrum Orbit, ZKStack by ZKSync, Polygon CDK and others with the power of EigenLayer's restaking mechanism to bootstrap network security and build a decentralised network. Restaked rollups are essentially a set of three vertically integrated Actively Validated Services  (AVSes) created on-demand for a given rollup that works with any underlying rollup stack. These AVSes in conjunction offer three key services to rollups in particular to app-specific rollups: Verification of rollups' state correctness Faster finality Decentralised Sequencing The above services are provided via three modular components called: VITAL (AVS for decentralised verification of rollup’s state) MACH (AVS for fast finality) SQUAD (AVS for decentralised sequencing) Built on top of this protocol, AltLayer offers a versatile, no-code Rollups-as-a-Service (RaaS) launchpad  that allows not only developers but also those with little to no coding experience to spin up a customised rollup within 2 minutes with only a few simple clicks. The RaaS product is designed for a multi-chain and a multi-VM world and hence will have factory support for EVM as well as WASM. It also supports different rollup SDKs such as OP Stack, Arbitrum Orbit, Polygon zkEVM, ZKSync's ZKStack and Starkware, different shared sequencing services such as Espresso and Radius as well as different DA layers such as Celestia EigenLayer and Avail among many other modular services at different layers of the rollup stack. In addition to this, a key innovation that AltLayer brings to the rollup design space is the idea of ephemeral rollups . With ephemeral rollups, a dApp developer expecting an increase in demand for his application could: 1) quickly spin up a fast and scalable application-tailored rollup secured by a Layer 1, 2) use the rollup for as long as needed, and then 3) dispose of the rollup by doing an “end-of-life” settlement on the Layer 1. Ephemeral rollups are a highly resource-optimised rollup that gives developers the best of an application-specific rollup and a general purpose Layer 1. Under the RaaS umbrella, AltLayer offers both ephemeral as well as persistent rollups. AltLayer protocol can save considerable capital and years of development work for teams and encourage innovation and rapid experimentation while being fully open and permissionless. Why AltLayer? They believe in a world of thousands of rollups, some designed for general-purpose usage such as Arbitrum One, Optimism Mainnet, ZKSync etc., while others designed for application-specific usecases, built using heterogenous and modular tech stacks. For instance, one rollup could be built using Arbitrum Orbit, while using Arbitrum One as the DA and the settlement layer, while another could be built using ZK Stack using Celestia as the DA layer and Ethereum as the settlement layer. In this world of heterogeneity, there is a need to have a universal and neutral protocol that these rollups can tap into for different essential needs that include but are not limited to: Decentralised Verification for Instant Withdrawals as well as Security Faster Finality & Cross-Rollup Interoperability Flexible and Decentralised Sequencing Problem 1 (Why Decentralised Verification?): Optimistic rollups are secure under the assumption that there is at least one honest party that checks that the state committed by the rollup operators on Ethereum indeed corresponds to the correct execution of the state transition function on a set of transactions and the previously validated state. Many app-specific rollups however may not have an ecosystem as mature as that of popular general-purpose rollups and as a result there may not be enough ecosystem participants with the implicit incentive to validate the network. Moreover, there is an emergent category of using an optimistic pattern in L1 Ethereum smart contracts - where someone commits to the output of the computation – and then can be fraud proven. Another example would be ephemeral rollups introduced by AltLayer, where rollup sequencers commit the state of the rollup to Ethereum at the time of settlement where the state represents the result of an off-chain computation on a rollup for a certain application such as a Dark Forest. With these on-demand systems, having a decentralised network of verifiers that can detect and challenge a rollup’s state becomes extremely important. Verification is not just critical for the security of a rollup system but it is also equally important to ensure interoperability. In fact, underpinning any cross-domain messaging is the need to be able to verify the state of a system to ensure that a follow-up action can be taken on another independent system. Problem 2 (Why Faster Finality?) Ethereum is the most decentralized network with almost 1M validators . It’s also the network with the most liquidity  so it is not surprising that Ethereum is the settlement layer of choice for most rollups today. However, Ethereum as a network is not the fastest of all to finalize and settle transactions as it takes about 13 minutes for a transaction to be finalized. Given the time it takes for a transaction to be finalized, app-specific rollups that are designed to serve latency-sensitive applications such as games and social apps often end up relying on the promise provided by the sequencer that at some point in the future, it will post transactions on-chain. This could be acceptable in scenarios where the rollup sequencer is operated by a trusted party, but, the sequencer’s promise is certainly not worth much when there is no trust in the entity operating the sequencer. Moreover, as these centralised sequencers have no economic stake, the soft finality guarantee offered by them has no economic backing. Moreover, as the finality guarantees provided by the sequencer are not strong, the receipt generated by the sequencer is not enough for interoperability. For example, for a burn on rollup A and mint on rollup B style cross-rollup message, rollup B needs to have strong guarantees that the sequencer for rollup A has indeed burnt a certain number of tokens on the rollup A. Problem 3 (Why Decentralised Sequencing?) Most rollups today operate with centralised sequencers operated by the entity that developed the protocol. Even though it is not ideal to have a single sequencer operate a rollup, having a centralised sequencer is somewhat acceptable for a well-established general-purpose rollup as there is some trust in the entity running the sequencer to not engage in activities that would undermine its reputation. This off-protocol trust, however, cannot be extended to the long-tail of app-specific rollups potentially operated by potentially anonymous developers with no prior reputation. Another issue related to centralised sequencing is related to RaaS providers. Although RaaS providers offer an immensely useful service and can help save substantial financial and manpower resources for teams planning to launch a rollup. Their business model however heavily relies on the existence of centralised sequencing and execution. Most if not all RaaS providers charge a portion of the sequencing revenue and as a result, for business viability reasons, they are encouraged to lock their clients for as long as possible. Vendor locking comes with platform risks where a popular RaaS provider may unilaterally decide to dictate the fee model or extract arbitrary MEV to maximise its profits. Moreover, the centralised sequencer/executor model in which most RaaS providers operate today is not ideal as they present a closed environment which in principle is against the ethos of openness, transparent, and decentralised web3. AltLayer aims to address these problems by building a set of AVSes to serve each rollup and yet give flexibility to dApp builders in deciding how to select AVS operators, how to reward them rules that the operators need to follow and set a corresponding slashing rule in case they do not follow the protocol. More information here... https://www.altlayer.io/

We celebrated the recent Launch of the Eat Spain Drink Spain Singapore (ESDS) 2024 Campaign along with a lovely celebration of Queic by Olivia's New Outlet Opening whilst sampling an Exclusive Tasting of Singapore's Favorite Spanish Cheesecake & Spanish Mineral Waters. Key Activities of Eat Spain Drink Spain 2024 (ESDS) Exclusive Tastings for Professionals: Series of tastings and paired dinners for food and beverage professionals. Retail Promotions: Special promotions on Spanish food and wines at selected vinotecas and gourmet stores. Bar and Restaurant Collaborations:Highlighting Spanish culinary delights through special menus and events in partnership with certified "Restaurants from Spain." RESTAURANTS FROM SPAIN (RFS) The "Restaurants from Spain" certificate is an instrument for the support and recognition of restaurant initiatives that are focused on Spanish cuisine and, by extension, the Spanish culture, guaranteeing the level of quality of these establishments. It recognizes and establishes quality standards and criteria for the consumer who is looking for quality Spanish cuisine, as well as models that can be followed by restaurateurs who may wish to offer Spanish cuisine in other parts of the world. All the restaurants that have the "Restaurants from Spain" certificate will share a feeling of Spanish gastronomy based on genuine roots, ingredients, recipes, and quality. Awarded following a stringent selection process by a joint committee composed of official institutions and sectoral associations, chaired by ICEX Spain Trade and Investment, strongly linked to gastronomy such as the Royal Academy of Gastronomy, the Ministry of Agriculture, the Regulatory Council for Jérez-Xérès-Sherry Wines D.O.P., INTERPORC, ASTUREX, the Spanish Wine Federation, Spanish Olive Oils Interprofessional and the REPSOL Guide, the certificate will distinguish those establishments that outside Spain offer their diners not only Spanish products but also authentic quality Spanish cuisine, with a unique and differentiated image. The certification, which will be renewed annually, will have a direct and immediate impact on the HORECA channel, whose activity has been severely affected by the pandemic, by promoting greater knowledge of the restaurant in the country, boosting its occupation, and the dissemination of authentic quality Spanish cuisine. Besides the certification, the restaurant's team will receive specialized training in both gastronomy and Spanish wines, thus being able to expand the Spanish culinary offer available on the menu. And in parallel, the certificate will facilitate access to the restaurant, and therefore to the market, to a greater number of suppliers of Spanish products, which will boost the presence of Spanish food and wine around the world. Featured Partners for ESDS 2024 The partners for the Eat Spain Drink Spain (ESDS) 2024 campaign include: Alfa International Cornerstone Ecolah Isle Grocer Juan Gil (Tres Monos) Meat Co Monopole Noel (Repertoire Culinaire) Pacific Beverages Quesos de Hualdo Tapas 24 The Cellar Door The Water Sommelier Wholesome Harvest This Years Participating RFS Restaurants 1. Asador -51 JooChiatPlace, 427775 2. Binomio -20 CraigRoad,CraigPlace#01-02, 089692 3. Esquina - 16JiakChuanRoad, 089267 4. Gaig - 16StanleyStreet, 068735 5. Next Door Spanish Café - 699 East Coast Road, 459061 6. Olivia Restaurant & Lounge - 55 Keong Saik Road,   #01 -03, 089158 7. Una at the Alkaff Mansion - 10 Telok Blangah Green, 109178 8. Tapas 24 - 60 Robertson Quay,   #01 -04, 238252 9. Pura Brasa - 5 Wallich Street,   #01 -16, Guoco Tower, 078883 Singapore has  18 “Restaurants from Spain” Certified Restaurants for the full list please visit: https://www.foodswinesfromspain.com/en/certified-restaurants-from-spain/certified-restaurants#SINGAPORE Non RFS Innovative restaurants joining ESDS 2024: Cendra MoVida The Winery Hubers Butchery & Bistro queic by Olivia The Butchers Dog Retail Stores supporting the 2024 ESDS campaign ISETAN Little Farms Hubers Join them for a month-long celebration filled with exciting events that showcase the best of Spanish gastronomy! A TASTE OF QUEIC with THE WATER SOMMELIER at QUEIC by OLIVIA This is a special tasting event featuring cakes and bubbles, celebrating Singapore’s beloved cheesecake, queic alongside The Water Sommelier’s Spanish naturally sparkling water. Queic by Olivia , an artisanal cheesecake shop was born from the acclaimed Olivia Restaurant & Lounge, a certified Restaurant fom Spain . Since its opening in 2021, queic has become Singapore’s famous and favourite cheesecake worth waiting in line for. Famed for Olivia's Signature Cheesecake—a decadent creation with a gooey blue cheese-infused center atop a soft, crumbly almond sable crust—renowned for melting on the plate and in your mouth. We love the burnt aroma of the famous Basque delight, and I am not a cheese person, but I was truly taken aback by the structure, taste and finesse of this wonderful pastry, so awesome! Water Sommelier was founded by Mr. Sam Wu, Singapore's First Certified Water Sommelier, his venture was sparked by a deep-seated passion to transform the way people perceive and savor water. The dedicated team takes great pride in meticulously curating and presenting the world's most exquisite natural mineral waters. Established in 2019, The Water Sommelier originated from an intense passion to revolutionise the appreciation & and enjoyment of water. They are trailblazers in the fine water industry, having pioneered Singapore's first Water Tasting Masterclasses and standing as the only specialised distributor of fine waters in Singapore. Their Legendary brands Solán de Cabras and Vichy Catalán bring a splash of fun and sophistication to the gastronomy table with their avant-garde design and unique taste/mineral profiles. The Vichy Catalan Natural Mineral Water Rich in Sodium Bicarbonate to aid in digestion. Alleviates acid reflux & heart burn. It helps to combat acidosis so it is excellent in it's electrolyte properties benefit. I love the freshness of both their Solán de Cabras still water and Vichy Catalan sparking water! Just spectacular and refreshing beyond belief! For more info on the ESDS campaign, please visit https://www.foodswinesfromspain.com/en/upcoming-events/trade-shows-detail-four/eat-spain-drink-spain-singapur-2024 Or join the ESDS 2024 Info hub & Tapas Trail and Treasure hunt Challenge here:  https://nas.io/eatspaindrinkspainsg

PLAY ON AT SINGAPORE’S LARGEST NOCTURNAL EXPERIENCE The Singapore Night Festival (SNF) returns to the Bras Basah.Bugis (BBB) precinct for its 15th edition this year, bigger than ever! Happening from 23 August – 7 September 2024, the festival will take place over three weekends for the first time. Organised by the National Heritage Board (NHB), and supported by Lead Sponsor Samsung Singapore, Singapore’s largest nocturnal experience takes festival-goers on a journey to explore and learn about the rich history of the precinct, with over 50 programmes including projection mapping artworks, performances, Festival Villages, Night Lights installations and partner programmes. Inspired by the historical significance of BBB as the birthplace of some of Singapore’s first schools, including Convent of the Holy Infant Jesus (CHIJ), St. Joseph’s Institution and Tao Nan School, the theme of this year’s festival explores the Art of Play . Illuminating the precinct’s rich educational history are engaging and immersive artworks which deep dive into the concept of play and childhood, bringing BBB’s heritage to life through participative experiences. Since its inception, SNF has been a key platform in inspiring the growth of Singapore’s arts and heritage scene while working with diverse stakeholders such as artists, both local and regional, and BBB partners. This year, festival-goers will have an extra weekend to explore offerings throughout the precinct, coupled with the activation of new spots within BBB such as GR.iD , for the new late-night Festival Village, and Bugis Street Art Lane which is a new site hosting a Night Lights artwork. Additionally, SNF will be presenting four Festival Villages this year, each featuring a different identity, offering festival-goers lively communal hubs as part of their festival experience. The festival’s expansion is made possible with the strong support of SNF partners, which are more than 60 this year. Festival Director David Chew said, “The team is excited to bring back Singapore’s largest nocturnal experience to the Bras Basah.Bugis precinct once again. We are grateful for our partners who have worked with us across the many editions of SNF, enabling us to expand the festival into three weekends, for the first time, for its 15th edition. Centred around the Art of Play , SNF 2024 explores the concept of play, childhood and nostalgia, which the BBB precinct lends the perfect backdrop to with its rich educational history – as the site of a number of Singapore’s first schools, and even now continues to be home to newer educational institutions. With more Festival Villages, new artwork locations and interactive art installations this round, we hope that festival-goers can fully immerse themselves in the festival experience, while ruminating on the place of nostalgia and heritage in today’s world.” Prepare to be transported to the whimsically charming amusement parks of Singapore’s yesteryears as local contemporary artist Sam Lo “SKL0” presents Wonder World – The Machine of Nostalgia . This captivating experience reimagines the entrancing magic of 1950s “great world” amusement parks in Singapore, inviting visitors to ponder the co-existence and balance between preserving heritage and embracing modernity, and the place of nostalgia in today’s society. This was absolutely amazing as it brought back many memories for us, during those wonder years and the rides are truly reminiscent of that period... to see it come alive at the Dhoby Ghaut venue is brilliant! What is an amusement park without amusements? Wonder World invites all to immerse themselves in a nostalgic wonderland, complete with rides, game stalls, nostalgic trades and even a wrestling ring where festival-goers can witness a unique fusion between wrestling performances and poetry performances, featuring iconic characters from Singapore’s past, among other live performances on the Wonder World grounds. Festival-goers can also win (or if all else fails, buy!) something to commemorate their visit at the Meritocratic Gift Shop, which features game stalls that challenge achievement-focused culture, before jumping into a quirky experience at The Bizarre Bazaar, where trades of the past are reimagined for modern consumers. Visitors can check our the billboard featuring murals by Sam Lo “SKL0” and local artists Djohan Hanapi, Ben Qwek/LABSIXFIVE, Kristal Melson and New World Plaza. Presenting artworks are set in an alternate 1950s universe and inspired by Samsung’s Galaxy AI, inviting festival-goers to reimagine a divergent path and consider the possibilities and implications of a world shaped by innovative technologies during our growing years. Early bird ticket sales for Wonder World – The Machine of Nostalgia will run from 17 July to 17 August 2024, at $20. Tickets will go at $25 from 18 August to 7 September 2024. Night Lights will once again transform everyday spaces around the BBB precinct with 10 site-specific luminous installations, inspired by the concept of play. At Stamford Arts Centre (SAC), The Happiest Days of Our Lives by Rizman Putra evokes childhood nostalgia as it showcases images from the early 60s-90s with the vintage illustrations. Inspired by SAC’s long history as home to various educational institutions, this blacklight immersive mural aims to transport festival-goers into a vibrant neon realm that pays homage to the bygone eras. At Bugis Street Art Lane, a new location for SNF, Delulu High by Pop Glitterfreak Collective reimagines tough school memories into a vibrant, safe and reflective haven for all to enjoy. Inspired by the inner child in all of us, along with our shared hopes and dreams, this creative installation transforms a lively gymnasium space – often perceived as a tough and heavy environment – into a place that is light, soft and feminine. Right after, festival-goers can explore the Disco Bus and Affirmation Steps, both designed to reimagine the dreaded aspects of school into playful and healing experiences. CHIJMES will come alive with four captivating works that are part of the SNF Projection Masterclass led by Shakir (a.k.a Grasshopper), a Malaysian multimedia digital artist and a co-founder of Filamen , an art collective specialising in projection mapping, light installations and interactive projects. Annually, as part of SNF’s capability building initiatives, SNF selects up to four artists with limited projection mapping experience to join the Projection Masterclass Series. This series includes multiple training sessions designed to introduce and equip participants with fundamental projection mapping techniques. This year’s four featured artists are Yanyun Chen, Rachaodoodles, Aaah House and deniseardenise. For more information on the festival or to book tickets, please visit http://go.gov.sg/sgnightfest . www.nightfestival.gov.sg #sgnightfest @sgnightfest (Facebook & Instagram) @sg.nightfest (TikTok)