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HeyMax Acquires Hong Kong’s krip to Accelerate Regional Expansion into Loyalty and Rewards Market

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HeyMax’s first acquisition fast-tracks its regional expansion, bringing over 6,000 credit card deals offered by over 3,000 merchants, and personalized loyalty experiences to consumers in Hong Kong and travelers visiting the city.

SINGAPORE and HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 23 July 2025 – HeyMax, a leading loyalty and travel rewards platform based in Singapore, today announced that it has acquired krip, Hong Kong’s leading fintech platform delivering the city’s first integrated platform for credit card benefits. The move accelerates HeyMax’s entry into Hong Kong’s loyalty and rewards market as part of its regional expansion.

“This is a strategic step forward in our mission to make travel more accessible through everyday spending. The krip team brings deep domain expertise in Hong Kong’s loyalty and rewards space, along with strong local relationships and B2B insights that are critical as we expand across the region. With Hong Kong and Singapore as core markets, this acquisition accelerates our presence in a key financial and travel hub, and sets the foundation for new global partnerships that bring even more value to consumers across Asia,” said Joe Lu, CEO and cofounder of HeyMax.

Launched in 2022, krip set out to help consumers spend smarter by simplifying how they discover and access credit card rewards and benefits. To date, the platform has aggregated over 6,000 credit card deals offered by more than 3,000 retail merchants, providing a personalized experience for users to manage all their cards in one place. krip enables financial institutions to build greater customer loyalty, supporting an estimated US$7.4 billion in additional annual card spending. With clients including livi Bank, Grantit, and other financial institutions and retail partners, krip has reimagined how customers interact with their credit cards to deliver greater engagement and loyalty.

“At krip, our mission has always been to empower consumers to spend smarter. By helping consumers realize more value from their everyday spend, we have unlocked new ways of how financial institutions, retail merchants and consumers can better interact with each other to maximize engagement and loyalty in the digital age. Joining forces with HeyMax opens up exciting opportunities for us to deliver on our mission and to realize our mutual vision to bring greater value to consumers at scale,” said David B. Wang, former CEO and founder of krip.

As part of the acquisition, Wang will transition to the Global Head of Loyalty Partnerships and General Manager of Hong Kong at HeyMax, where he will lead local market strategy and support global partnerships growth. Benjamin Quinlan has also been appointed as Senior Advisor of Financial Services Partnerships. As CEO & Managing Partner of Quinlan & Associates, Quinlan joins HeyMax from his role as Chairman of krip, bringing his extensive experience in the financial services and fintech sector across Asia to HeyMax.

The krip brand will be retired following the acquisition, with key team members integrated into the broader organization. Existing krip users will be invited to register as HeyMax users and receive free Max Miles, giving them immediate access to the platform’s expanding ecosystem of travel and rewards partners.

The acquisition also reflects the strength of Hong Kong’s fintech innovation pipeline. Backed by Cyberport’s Incubation Programme, krip received funding, access to student talent, and connections to key partners that supported its growth and expansion into overseas markets.

The acquisition lays the groundwork for HeyMax’s official launch in Hong Kong in the coming months, where both local users and travelers visiting the city will be able to access the platform’s growing network of rewards.

With a strengthened local presence and leadership team, HeyMax is well-positioned to accelerate partnerships with banks, fintechs, and consumer brands across the market. HeyMax has launched a waitlist for users in Hong Kong. Early sign-ups will receive priority access and exclusive rewards upon launch. Interested users can join the waitlist at https://hk.heymax.ai/waitlist.

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About krip

krip is Hong Kong’s most comprehensive, personalized and centralized credit card deals and offers platform, empowering consumers to spend smarter with innovative technology and information transparency. With over 6,000 credit card deals and offers, 3,000 merchants and 500 credit and debit cards listed, krip is the go-to place for consumers looking to get the most out of their cards. krip is backed by the Cyberport Incubation Programme and was recognized by the Hong Kong SAR Government in ICT Awards 2023, achieving Award of the Year and Fintech Grand Award, being the first fintech company to win the overall award since its inception.

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Sun Group debuts at SITF 2026 with exclusive Phu Quoc flight deals and a fresh vision for Vietnam tourism

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SEOUL, SOUTH KOREA – Media OutReach Newswire – 6 June 2026 – Making its first-ever appearance at the Seoul International Travel Fair (SITF) 2026, one of South Korea’s largest international travel fairs, held from June 4–7, Sun Group has delivered a meaningful message: “Visit Vietnam: Beloved Destinations – Extraordinary Experiences.” The group has showcased iconic destinations including Da Nang, Phu Quoc, Sa Pa, and Ha Long, while telling the story of a Vietnam that is constantly innovating to create unique experiences for global travelers.

The Sun Group booth attracts a large number of visitors with its interactive activities, destination ecosystem, and promotions.

A special highlight is Sun Group’s unveiling of its new development vision for Phu Quoc in the lead‑up to APEC 2027, presented directly to Korean partners and visitors.

From the first day of the fair, Sun Group’s booth has welcomed a steady stream of visitors. Throughout the four-day event, the booth has organized B2B and B2C networking activities, customer consultations, and introductions to tourism, resort, and aviation products. Interactive programs, including mini-games, souvenir giveaways, and tailored offers for the Korean market, have kept the atmosphere lively for hours, with a continuous flow of engaged visitors.

During SITF (June 4–7), travelers have the opportunity to receive a 20% discount on the base fare when booking Sun PhuQuoc Airways tickets via the airline’s website or app. The offer applies to the Korean market for one‑way or round‑trip journeys from Korea to Phu Quoc. Limited to 200 Economy Class discount codes, it is valid for flights from June 15 to October 24, 2026 (excluding peak periods as defined by the airline).

Visitors also have the chance to win attractive prizes through booth activities, including free round‑trip air tickets on the Seoul–Phu Quoc route (ICN–PQC) and resort vouchers at hotels within Sun Group’s ecosystem.

By combining destination promotion with airline incentives, Sun Group aims to further encourage South Korean tourists to choose Vietnam for their upcoming holidays, especially Phu Quoc, which is entering a new era of large‑scale investments in projects, products, and experiences all aimed at APEC 2027.

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About Sun Group

Vietnam’s leading private economic group, Sun Group operates an integrated ecosystem spanning tourism, entertainment, hospitality, real estate, infrastructure, and aviation. Guided by the mission “Enhancing the beauty of the lands,” the Group shapes iconic destinations nationwide through its Sun World entertainment brand. In the aviation sector, Sun Group develops a hub-and-spoke model anchored by Phu Quoc, driven by strategic airport investments and Sun PhuQuoc Airways.

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Technology + Scenario + Supply Chain = A New Benchmark for Regional Zero-Carbon Smart Transportation

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HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 5 June 2026 – The 19th (2026) International Photovoltaic Power Generation and Smart Energy Exhibition & Conference (SNEC 2026) was grandly held from June 3 to 5, 2026, at the National Exhibition and Convention Center (Shanghai). Attracting over 3,000 exhibitors from 95 countries worldwide, the event stands as the largest and most influential professional grand gathering for the photovoltaic and energy storage sectors across Asia and globally.

During the exhibition, Mr. Yiu Wang Lee, Chairman of the Board of Wing Lee Development Construction Holdings Limited (“Wing Lee” or the “Group”, stock code: 9639.HK); Mr. Cai Huihui, General Manager of Wing Kai New Energy Technology Co., Limited (“Wing Kai New Energy”); Mr. Wang Yi, Key Account Manager of QIJI Energy; Mr. Xu Jun, Overseas Energy Storage Commercial Director of Contemporary Amperex Technology Co., Limited (CATL); and Mr. You Yuxian, ASEAN Regional Energy Storage Sales Director of CATL, jointly visited the exhibition booth of C&D Hi-Tech. The delegation engaged in in-depth discussions with the team led by General Manager Mr. Zhan Shengli, focusing on battery swapping station projects in Hong Kong and Southeast Asia. By integrating multi-party resources, the teams successfully finalized and signed a Strategic Cooperation Agreement.

Through this signing, the three parties will join forces to address and resolve the industry pain points of overseas markets regarding regulatory compliance, engineering infrastructure, and supply chain coordination. The collaboration represents a deep integration of QIJI Energy’s cutting-edge battery swapping solutions, Wing Kai New Energy’s localized infrastructure and operational capabilities across Hong Kong and Shenzhen, and C&D Hi-Tech’s robust global resource allocation strengths. Moving from single-project development to an ecosystem of mutual win-win, this partnership will significantly enhance the delivery efficiency of green energy across Hong Kong, Macau, and the Southeast Asian region, setting a brand-new benchmark for regional zero-carbon smart transportation.

As a subsidiary of Wing Lee, Wing Kai New Energy has been rooted in Hong Kong since its inception while radiating its presence globally, deeply cultivating sustainable clean energy solutions. Addressing the acute pain points in the Greater Bay Area and Southeast Asian markets, where rapid fluctuations in energy prices have led to surging cost pressures for logistics distribution enterprises, Wing Kai New Energy will focus on urban distribution logistics battery swapping businesses in the future. The company plans to integrate site resources, infrastructure, and operations to fill the gap in regional infrastructure. We firmly believe that this cooperation will effectively bridge the cross-border green energy eco-link, accelerate the construction of a green energy service network, and contribute solidly to the realization of the “dual carbon” goals. Meanwhile, we sincerely invite more partners to join the Zero-Carbon Smart Alliance to jointly advance sustainable development.

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About Wing Lee Development Construction Holdings Limited

Deeply rooted in Hong Kong, Wing Lee is an established contractor engaged in civil engineering, electrical and mechanical engineering, and new energy businesses, and has participated in various large-scale landmark projects in Hong Kong. The Group’s civil engineering business specialized in site formation waterworks as well as road and drainage works, while its electrical and mechanical engineering business specializes in power system-related projects and emergency maintenance works. In recent years, the Group has actively expanded into the new energy sector, undertaking solar photovoltaic projects, distributing various electric commercial vehicles and electric construction machinery, and engaging in the construction and subsequent maintenance of charging piles, battery swapping, recycling, and energy storage businesses. In 2025, Wing Lee Construction, together with SANY Group Co., Ltd. and CATL, among other industry giants, founded the “Zero-Carbon Smart Alliance” to develop full-industry-chain solutions for photovoltaics, energy storage, charging and battery swapping, and smart applications in green transportation.

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Hong Kong wraps up successful mission to deepen ties with Central Asia

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HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 5 June 2026 – A large high-level business delegation led by John Lee, Chief Executive of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR), today (June 5) wrapped up its five-day visit to Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan respectively, achieving fruitful results of strengthening bilateral relations and deepening ties with Central Asia.

The delegation of over 70 business and institutional leaders from Hong Kong and the Chinese Mainland is the largest and most diverse overseas mission led by the current term of the HKSAR Government so far.

Hong Kong SAR’s Chief Executive, John Lee (fifth right) and the Advisor to the President of Uzbekistan on Strategic Development, Sardor Umurzakov (fourth right) witness the exchange of memoranda of understanding and co-operation agreements between government departments, enterprises and organisations from Hong Kong and Uzbekistan.

Speaking to the media in Uzbekistan yesterday (June 4), Mr Lee set out the three main objectives of the visit: further explore emerging markets and lay the foundation for long-term economic and trade development; strengthen government-to-government (G2G) relationships and promote closer bilateral co-operation; and build a “hub-to-hub” model of co-operation.

He said the visit had been successful, yielding achievements in eight areas, including:

  • Establishing high-level contacts and ties between the HKSAR Government and the Governments of Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan, and reaching consensus on co-operation in multiple areas;
  • A total of 96 co-operation agreements and memoranda of understanding (MoUs) were reached during the visit (61 with Kazakhstan, 35 with Uzbekistan), involving specific amounts exceeding US$1.65 billion in total;
  • The governments agreed to commence bilateral discussions on agreements in various areas;
  • Deepening project matching and research collaboration between Hong Kong and Central Asian region in areas including finance, innovation and technology (I&T), and aviation;
  • Demonstrating Hong Kong’s effective role as a platform for going global and achieving substantial results, with Hong Kong and Mainland enterprises joining forces in tapping new markets and bringing synergistic advantages into full play;
  • Facilitating more convenient people-to-people exchanges by promoting direct flights, aviation and transport co-operation, and extensions to the mutual visa-free period;
  • Promoting exchanges in education, talent and culture to further deepen people-to-people bonds; and
  • Advancing a hub-to-hub co-operation model to open up broader room for co-operation between Hong Kong and the Central Asian region.

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While in Tashkent (June 3-5), Mr Lee met with local leaders, government officials and business representatives to deepen co-operation between Hong Kong and Uzbekistan in areas including trade, investment, finance, I&T, and people-to-people exchanges.

Mr Lee held meetings with the President of Uzbekistan, Shavkat Miromonovich Mirziyoyev, his Advisor on Strategic Development, Sardor Umurzakov, the Prime Minister, Abdulla Nigmatovich Aripov, as well as the Deputy Prime Minister, Jamshid Khodjayev, to exchange views on furthering mutual co-operation.

Mr Lee highlighted that under the “one country, two systems” principle, Hong Kong enjoys both the China advantage and the global advantage. He said that Hong Kong would continue to play its roles as a “super connector” and a “super value-adder” to further deepen co-operation and exchanges with Uzbekistan on various fronts in line with Uzbekistan’s goal of achieving high-quality development.

Hong Kong SAR's Chief Executive, John Lee (left) meets with the President of Uzbekistan, Shavkat Miromonovich Mirziyoyev.
Hong Kong SAR’s Chief Executive, John Lee (left) meets with the President of Uzbekistan, Shavkat Miromonovich Mirziyoyev.

Earlier (June 3), Mr Lee met with the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Uzbekistan, Bakhtiyor Saidov, after which they jointly witnessed an exchange of notes between the two places on a mutual visa-free arrangement, which would allow a visa-free period of 30 days for visitors from both sides.

“Moreover, we are glad to have initialed the Air Services Agreement with Uzbekistan, and look forward to launching direct passenger flights between the two places soon,” Mr Lee said, during a high-level business dinner (June 4). The Chief Executive pointed out that Hong Kong and Uzbekistan are important trade and investment gateways to their respective regions – the Asia-Pacific and Central Asia.

“It helps that we are all believers in the Belt and Road (B&R) Initiative, a modern expression of the ancient Silk Road spirit,” Mr Lee said. “Today, China is Uzbekistan’s largest trading partner, and the two countries work closely on major infrastructure and connectivity projects that are revitalising the Silk Road. Hong Kong is a pivotal player in the B&R Initiative, thanks to our world-class professional and financial services expertise.”

The delegation also toured the IT Park Uzbekistan and the Center for Islamic Civilization before concluding its visit in Tashkent.

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