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Vivo Becomes Official Exclusive Supplier of Mobile Phones for 19th Asian Games Hangzhou
Vivo, a global leading technology company, announced that it has been named the Official Exclusive Supplier of Mobile Phones for the 19th Asian Games Hangzhou (Hangzhou Asian Games) on June 15. This date also signifies the commencement of the 100-day countdown to the Hangzhou Asian Games. Vivo’s sub-brand, iQOO, has been selected as the Official Esports Gaming Phones for the esports events during the Games. Vivo’s sub-brand, iQOO, has been selected as the Official Esports Gaming Phones for the esports events during the Games.
Mao Genhong, the Deputy Secretary General and Director of the Executive Office of HAGOC (Hangzhou Asian Games Organizing Committee), Xu Jianfeng, Deputy of the International Relations Department of HAGOC, Du Mengfei and Ye Hong, Deputies of the Market Development Department of HAGOC, and Jia Jingdong, the Vice President of Branding at Vivo, and other guests attended the signing ceremony.
The 19th Asian Games will be held in Hangzhou, China, from September 23 to October 8, 2023, bringing together 45 participating countries and regions. As the continent’s largest multi-sport event, the Hangzhou Asian Games celebrate unity and camaraderie through sports across Asia.
“We are greatly looking forward to partnering with Vivo on the occasion of the 100-day countdown to Hangzhou Asian Games. We believe that together with Vivo’s extensive experience in sports event cooperation and its commitment to meeting users’ needs with innovative technology products, we can effectively make strong connection with people and promote this event together,” Mao Genhong said.
To commemorate the official partnership with Hangzhou Asian Games, Jia Jingdong, Vice President of Branding at Vivo, presented two of the company’s latest models, Vivo X90s and iQOO 11S, to HAGOC. Both models will soon be released in the Chinese domestic market.
“Smart” Asian Games Empowered with Exceptional Products
“The 19th Asian Games showcases the cultural and sporting charm of Hangzhou to Asia and the whole world. As the Games’ Official Exclusive Supplier of Mobile Phones and Official Esports Gaming Phones, Vivo and iQOO will bring professional imaging technology and ultimate esports experience, helping promote the unity of sports and celebrating this grand occasion,” Jia Jingdong said.
As a leading global technology brand, Vivo has always been driven by its vision of creating “technology for a better world”. Its partnership with the Hangzhou Asian Games showcases how the power of technology elevates the sporting experience to new heights.
Over the years, Vivo has also collaborated with other prestigious sporting events such as the Sudirman Cup, NBA, FIFA World Cup and the UEFA EURO, gaining further recognition from a growing global audience.
In partnership with ZEISS, the flagship Vivo X series brings users top-of-the-line professional imaging experiences, empowering users to capture all the breathtaking sporting moments during the highly anticipated Hangzhou Asian Games. Vivo X Fold2 and X Flip feature self-developed ultra-durable and ultra-light aerospace-grade hinges and ZEISS Imaging with Free-Stop Shooting Experience. The upcoming Vivo X90s, set to debut in the Chinese domestic market, will boast exceptional Zero-Shutter-Lag Motion Snapshot capabilities, ideal for photographing action-packed sporting events.
As the Official Exclusive Supplier of Mobile Phones for Hangzhou Asian Games, Vivo will also record and share the event’s most exciting moments with users worldwide through its cutting-edge professional imaging technology, bringing the joy of sports to everyone on and off the pitch.
iQOO Celebrates the Debut of Esports at Hangzhou Asian Games
The addition of esports as an official competition category in the 19th Asian Games is a significant milestone in both the world of sports and esports. As the Official Esports Gaming Phones for Hangzhou Asian Games, iQOO is poised to elevate the gaming competition to a new level and share the thrill with global audiences.
Since its inception, iQOO has been dedicated to developing smartphones that meet the speed, stability and precision requirements for esports competitions. Over the years, several iQOO products have undergone rigorous testing by professional players and have been designated as official gaming devices for numerous esports events.
The signing ceremony also showcased the popular Vivo X series and iQOO products. Throughout the years, Vivo has consistently achieved remarkable market performance and solidified its reputation in the high-end smartphone market, offering top-notch products and services to over 500 million users across more than 60 countries and regions worldwide. As a sub-brand of Vivo, iQOO will also persist in delivering products with outstanding performance and the ultimate user experience.
Building on 15 years of success, G2E Asia + Asian IR Expo is set to make its highly anticipated return to Macau from May 7-9, 2025, at The Venetian Macao.
The 2025 show will introduce a range of new initiatives, including 100 exclusive product launches debuting in Asia for the first time. These will be showcased across more than 30,000 sqm and will cover the full spectrum of the entertainment and travel industries.
The leading event in Asia is expected to attract over 10,000 visitors from 80 countries and regions. To maximise opportunities for attendees, the event will feature a series of high-impact networking sessions, along with a dedicated business matchmaking team coordinating over 400 pre-arranged meetings to streamline connections.
This year’s show will also introduce the new Gaming Innovation Forum, featuring three full days of sessions that will dive into the latest gaming trends and technologies, all presented by G2E Asia Awards winners and nominees. Located in the exhibition hall, the forum will be accessible to all event attendees.
The G2E Asia Awards celebrates excellence and innovation within the gaming and entertainment industry. The awards will spotlight five prestigious categories, each evaluated by a panel of renowned industry leaders: Best Slot Award, Best Electronic Table Game Award, Best Table Game Award, Best Casino Supply Award and Best IR Tech Solution Award. All award-winning products will be prominently displayed in the exhibition, giving attendees the opportunity to experience them firsthand.
The expanded Asian IR Expo will feature a new Smart Hospitality Technology Experience Zone, offering an immersive and interactive onsite experience. This space will showcase emerging innovations across three unique areas: Smart Reception, Smart Cleaning and Smart Hospitality, each providing guided tours and live demonstrations.
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DigiPlus Interactive Corp. (DigiPlus) has won seven honours – including five coveted gold awards – at the 2025 Asia-Pacific Stevie Awards. This milestone places DigiPlus among the most awarded companies in the region this year, spotlighting its strategic growth and transformative impact across digital entertainment, social development and investor relations.
The Asia-Pacific Stevie Awards are the only business awards Programme that recognises innovation across all 29 markets in the region. Widely regarded as the world’s premier business awards, the Stevie Awards represent a prestigious recognition of business excellence.
DigiPlus bagged five Gold Stevies for ‘Innovative Achievement in Growth’, ‘Innovation in Investor Relations’, ‘Excellence in Social Impact Companies’, ‘Innovation in Annual Reports’ and ‘Innovation in Corporate Websites’. The company also clinched Silver and Bronze Stevies for ‘Achievement in Product Innovation’ and ‘Innovation in Brand Renovation’ respectively.
At the core of these wins is DigiPlus’ commitment to innovation and digital transformation. From redefining the player experience through localised and immersive content, to launching a refreshed brand identity that resonates with a more connected and tech-savvy user base, DigiPlus has embraced a future-forward mindset. The company’s calculated investments in big data, cutting-edge technologies and stakeholder engagement have not only fueled business growth, but also opened inclusive pathways to digital participation through its social development arm, BingoPlus Foundation.
“This momentous victory at the Asia-Pacific Stevie Awards affirms DigiPlus’ emergence as a true powerhouse of innovation and progress, reshaping industry boundaries and redefining digital consumer engagement on a global scale. Through consistent growth and business performance, DigiPlus reaffirms its unwavering commitment to creating long-term value,” said DigiPlus Chairman Eusebio Tanco.
Winning entries in the Asia-Pacific Stevie Awards undergo a rigorous, multi-layered evaluation by an esteemed panel of judges composed of business and industry leaders across the region.
“The 12th Asia-Pacific Stevie Awards received an impressive array of outstanding entries. This year’s winners have clearly shown their dedication to innovation, and we commend their resilience and imaginative efforts,” said Maggie Miller, President of the Stevie Awards.
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Grand Korea Leisure (GKL), a quasi-public firm operating Seven Luck casinos for foreign nationals in Korea, has entered into a partnership with autonomous robot specialist Robotis to introduce artificial intelligence (AI)-powered self-driving robots customised for casino operations.
Under the agreement, the two companies plan to establish joint business models and service systems using autonomous robots and deploy the self-driving robots for transporting gaming chips and cards across three Seven Luck casino facilities.
They will also participate in a large-scale convergence robot demonstration project by the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy.
The latest achievement came as part of GKL’s efforts to digitize casino operations.
The two firms began a six-month pilot Programme in September 2024 at Seven Luck Casino at Seoul Dragon City hotel to collect autonomous driving data and jointly develop software tailored to casino environments.
“GKL is accelerating its transition to smart casinos in line with the government’s drive to realize the so-called ‘digital platform government’. By adopting AI-powered self-driving robots, we aim to provide a new and differentiated customer experience,” GKL CEO Yoon Doo-hyun said.
The digital platform government initiative — pushed by the Yoon Suk Yeol administration — aims to resolve diverse social problems and add value using the latest digital technologies.
In August 2023, GKL developed a mobile service platform, the SevenLuck+, for foreign tourists’ easier access to the casino.
The service is the first of its kind developed by a Korean firm. Those who use the app do not have to bring traditional membership cards. It also provides push notifications for new events and promotions for the casino.
The service is powered by a blockchain-based decentralized identity technology, offering various services, such as e-wallet and entry authentication.
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