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Kidpreneurs Bazaar 2026 returns to help children build confidence, resilience and money sense through experience

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A two-day family event at HarbourFront Centre will see 35 children aged 5 to 14 run their own booths, pitch ideas and make real decisions, as parents increasingly look for learning experiences that go beyond academics.

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 17 June 2026 – As Singapore continues to place growing emphasis on confidence, resilience and future-ready skills alongside academic achievement, Kidpreneurs Bazaar 2026 is returning to give children a rare opportunity to learn these qualities in the real world.

Taking place on 11 and 12 July 2026, from 12pm to 7pm at HarbourFront Centre, the two-day event will bring together 35 young “kidpreneurs”, aged 5 to 14, who will conceptualise products, run their own booths, interact with customers and make decisions on the spot. More than just a bazaar, the event is designed as a practical learning platform where children can experience what it means to take initiative, solve problems and build confidence through doing.

Organised by Singapore Kidpreneurs, BlueTree Education, DollarsAndSense and OtterHalf, with OCBC as official sponsor and HarbourFront Centre as venue sponsor, Kidpreneurs Bazaar reflects a wider shift among Singapore parents toward learning experiences that extend beyond grades and worksheets.

In recent years, conversations around education in Singapore have increasingly focused on helping children become more adaptable, self-aware and resilient. While schools continue to play a central role in academic development, many parents are also seeking out opportunities that allow children to practise decision-making, communication and responsibility in a more hands-on setting.

At Kidpreneurs Bazaar, children do not just learn about entrepreneurship in theory. They go through a real preparation journey: attending three free workshops on business and basic financial literacy, developing a product idea, planning how to present it, setting up a booth, speaking to customers, handling sales and adjusting their approach throughout the event. Through this process, they learn what it means to make judgments, respond to feedback and take ownership of their choices.

This year’s bazaar will feature 30 booths run by 35 participating children, with products and activities ranging from handmade crafts, game booths and caricatures to 3D printed jewellery, assorted plants, personalised keychains and tags. Organisers expect around 5,000 attendees across the two days.

The 2026 edition will also introduce the Kidpreneurs Pitch Tank, where participating kidpreneurs will take part in a friendly competition and present their business ideas to experienced business owners. With six categories in place, the platform is designed to recognise different strengths and give young participants a chance to grow in confidence while receiving real-world encouragement and exposure.

Beyond entrepreneurship, the event also aims to nurture financial literacy and life skills in an accessible and age-appropriate way. By pricing products, speaking to customers and experiencing the realities of selling, children begin to understand the value of money, the effort behind earning it, and the importance of communication, adaptability and resilience.

Organisers also noted that 80 per cent of participants expressed interest in returning, based on survey findings from previous editions, reflecting the event’s growing appeal among families looking for meaningful, experience-based learning.

“Children need real-world spaces where they can try, fail, adapt and discover what they are capable of,” said Jolene Ang, Founder of Singapore Kidpreneurs. “In Singapore, we talk a lot about preparing children for the future, but confidence, judgment and resilience cannot be built through instruction alone. They need to be experienced. Kidpreneurs Bazaar gives children that opportunity in a way that is practical, memorable and deeply empowering.”

In addition to the bazaar and pitch competition, this year’s event will also feature stage programmes by special youths, in collaboration with Singapore Fashion Runway, creating another platform for young people to showcase their talents and sell their products in a supportive public setting.

Members of the public can visit Kidpreneurs Bazaar 2026 on 11 and 12 July 2026, from 12pm to 7pm at HarbourFront Centre. Families can expect a lively, interactive environment featuring young booth owners, product showcases, pitch sessions and stage performances.

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About Singapore Kidpreneurs

Singapore Kidpreneurs is an experiential learning platform that gives children opportunities to build confidence, creativity, communication skills and financial literacy through real-world entrepreneurship experiences. Through initiatives such as Kidpreneurs Bazaar, the platform encourages children to develop ideas, interact with customers, make decisions and learn by doing in a supportive environment. By creating meaningful opportunities for children to practise responsibility, resilience and problem-solving, Singapore Kidpreneurs aims to help young learners build life skills that extend beyond the classroom.

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Seafood Expo Asia/Seafood Processing Asia Unveils Conference Program Addressing AI, Sustainability, the Future of Aquaculture, Consumer Trust and more

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SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 18 June 2026 – Seafood Expo Asia/Seafood Processing Asia, organized by Diversified, announces its 2026 conference program ahead of the fourteenth edition of the event, taking place 2–4 September at the Sands Expo & Convention Centre, Singapore. Free to attend to all registered visitors, this year’s program brings leading voices from the industry and across technology and policy to address the defining challenges and opportunities shaping seafood’s future across Asia and beyond.

Consumer Trust & Market Dynamics

A session titled Seafood in the Spotlight: Trust. Taste. Tomorrow’s Consumer will present findings from a GlobeScan bi-annual survey commissioned by the Marine Stewardship Council (MSC), tracking consumer attitudes across 20+ global markets. Fresh from its debut at Seafood Expo Global in April, the research lands in Singapore at a critical moment. Attendees will explore how rising sustainability expectations, cost-of-living pressures and shifting retail dynamics are reshaping purchasing decisions and what it takes to build durable consumer trust.

The most pressing issues facing the Asian shrimp trade will be discussed in a session around rebalancing export-dependent supply as demand and price signals shift across major markets. Amid reduced China import pull, elevated US tariffs and uneven farm output trends, these forces are already reshaping trade flows, pricing power and production planning decisions and will determine which Asian producers can protect margins and maintain market access in 2026–2027.

Innovation & Technology

A panel of industry insiders will discuss the rapid rise of recirculating aquaculture systems across the region in RAS Fish Farming: Why is Asia Leading the Way. The panel will deliver an honest assessment of real-world challenges alongside compelling results already being achieved in markets across Asia, and what this leadership position means for the future of sustainable fish production worldwide.

A session around Asia’s growing demand for seafood processing will discuss how advanced automation, productivity gains and a sharper focus on consumer trends are significantly changing the industry across Asia. Challenging market conditions are driving the industry to rethink the future of the processing environment, with innovative tools and precise systems now enabling processors to optimize resource utilization and promote sustainability to drive maximum profit. The session features Marcel Franz, Managing Director of BAADER Asia and Nils Rabe, Global Sales Director Fish at BAADER.

Eric Enno Tamm, CEO of ThisFish Inc. will map the practical and transformative applications of AI across seafood supply chains in The Definitive Guide to AI & the Tuna Value Chain. From machine learning and computer vision to generative AI and AI agents, Tamm will outline how these technologies are already reshaping operations and offer a forward-looking vision of what an AI-optimized tuna value chain could look like from boat to plate.

Food Integrity & Digital Resilience

FAO GLOBEFISH convenes a timely session on Aquatic Food Fraud: Mislabeling, Market Demand and Consumer Trust. Drawing on FAO’s recent technical paper on food fraud in the fisheries and aquaculture sector, the session will examine a problem of significant scale: up to 20% of fisheries and aquaculture products may be mislabeled globally, with fraud particularly prevalent in processed products, restaurants and catering. The session will examine how price incentives, supply chain complexity and governance gaps interact to enable fraud, and what governments, industry, retailers and standard-setting bodies are doing to address it.

The Invisible Net: Securing the Digital Integrity and Resilience of the Asian Seafood Supply Chain is a session led by the President of the Cyber Security Alliance for the Seafood Industry (CSAFI) that will discuss the emerging risk for the sector. As seafood supply chains become increasingly powered by IoT-enabled processing plants, AI-driven logistics and blockchain-backed traceability, they also become vulnerable to cyberattack. With incidents on global logistics networks rising over 900% in five years, a single breach can trigger immediate product spoilage, financial loss and reputational damage.

The session will present a 2026 roadmap for protecting operational technology, defending traceability data against digital fraud and making the business case for cybersecurity as a core ESG and trade compliance imperative.

Learn More & Register to Attend

Seafood industry professionals can learn more about Seafood Expo Asia/Seafood Processing Asia, find information on the conference program and other special events, and register to attend for free by visiting www.seafoodexpo.com/asia.

To register as media/press, please visit the press center.

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is a trade event where buyers from across Asia and industry suppliers from around the world come together to network and conduct business in the lucrative Asian market. The event is produced by Diversified and takes place annually in Asia. SeafoodSource is the exposition’s official media covering industry news year-round.

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Diversified is a global B2B events and media company that strengthens business communities by fostering a space, in person and online, for professionals and businesses to connect and grow. The company serves as a trusted partner across several industries including active lifestyle, business management, clean energy, commercial marine, healthcare, seafood, technology and more. The company’s global seafood portfolio of expositions and media includes Seafood Expo North America/Seafood Processing North America, Seafood Expo Global/Seafood Processing Global, Seafood Expo Asia/Seafood Processing Asia and SeafoodSource.com. Established in 1949 and headquartered in Portland, Maine, the global company has divisions and offices around the world in Australia, Canada, Hong Kong and the United Kingdom. Diversified is a third-generation, family-owned business. For more information, visit: .

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GLM Launches Essential Clutch – Limited Edition to Complement Microsoft Surface Laptop, 13.8-inch

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NEW YORK, US – Media OutReach Newswire – 17 June 2026 – GLM, a fashion and tech accessories brand, today announced the launch of the Essential Clutch – Limited Edition, a slim laptop clutch designed to complement the Microsoft Surface Laptop, 13.8-inch. Available in limited quantities, the piece is equally suited to slim laptops from all manufacturers and continues GLM’s approach of treating tech carry with the same design intent applied to fashion accessories. GLM is a Designed for Microsoft Surface Partner, recognizing products built to meet Microsoft’s standards for fit, protection, and design alongside Surface devices.

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The Essential Clutch – Limited Edition is made from cactus leather, a plant-based vegan leather, with 100% recycled fabrics used for lining, straps, and protective padding, consistent with the materials across GLM’s collection. The interior lining, an exclusive Art Deco print, was designed to align with the Microsoft Surface Laptop, 13.8-inch, offering device owners a complementary piece that stands on its own as a considered accessory. As a limited-edition release, the restricted quantities reflect both the seasonal nature of the colorway and the brand’s broader commitment to low-waste production. The clutch is designed to carry necessary technology without bulk, supporting commutes, office environments, evening engagements, and travel days that require consolidation. It can be worn on its own or nested inside a larger tote to distribute weight across bags.

The Essential Clutch joins GLM’s existing range of slim laptop bags, which launched in the U.S. earlier this year. GLM was founded by Candina Weston, who brings more than 25 years of experience across technology, the PC industry, retail, marketing, and operations, including senior leadership roles in structured technology environments and brand-led businesses. This background informs the brand’s focus on real-world professional carry needs: device protection, a slim and structured silhouette, and a design philosophy that treats laptop carry as a daily requirement rather than purely functional.

GLM identifies its target audience as professionals across industries who care about style and whose daily routines involve movement.

“The Essential Clutch – Limited Edition is a natural extension of what GLM is built on,” said founder Candina Weston. “We designed it to sit alongside the devices people already carry, while keeping the same focus on slim, considered design that runs through the rest of the collection.” GLM currently serves customers in the United States and Singapore, with plans to expand into additional international markets within the next 12 months.Hashtag: #GLM



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GLM designs slim laptop bags for professionals who carry technology as part of daily work and travel. Founded by Candina Weston, who brings over 25 years of experience across the PC industry, retail, and operations in the US, Europe, and Asia, the company produces laptop bags in multiple styles using plant-based vegan leather and recycled fabrics, with a focus on integrating laptop carry into fashion-led design. GLM is a Designed for Microsoft Surface Partner.

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Vingroup Rises 11 Places In Fortune Southeast Asia 500, Ranking Among The Region’s Top 30 Largest Companies

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HANOI, VIETNAM – Media OutReach Newswire – 17 June 2026 – Vingroup ranked 26th in Fortune’s Southeast Asia 500 ranking, rising 11 places from 37th in 2025 and 19 places from 45th in 2024. The Group continues to be the highest-ranked private enterprise in Vietnam.Advancing in the ranking for two consecutive years underscores Vingroup’s scale, competitiveness, and sustainable growth momentum, while highlighting its increasingly prominent position among the region’s leading companies.

This marks the third year that Fortune has published its Southeast Asia 500 ranking. The list ranks companies based on total revenue across seven countries in the region, including Vietnam, Indonesia, Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore, the Philippines, and Cambodia.

According to Fortune, Vingroup ranked as the No. 1 private enterprise in Vietnam and No. 26 among the 500 largest companies in Southeast Asia. This year’s Southeast Asia 500 recognizes companies that are well positioned to capitalize on shifts in global supply chains and the rapid growth of strategic industries such as electric vehicles and artificial intelligence.

In addition to its scale of assets, Vingroup was highly recognized for its financial performance and operational efficiency. According to Fortune, in 2025, Vingroup recorded revenue of USD 12,760.6 million, representing year-on-year increases of 69.1% compared to the figures reflected in the 2025 ranking. Vingroup recorded net profit of USD 436.5 million and total assets of USD 42,536.4 million.

Vingroup is a diversified conglomerate operating across Industrials – Technology, Real Estate and Services, Infrastructure, Green Energy, Culture and Social Enterprises.

Within the Industrials Technology pillar, VinFast reinforced its leading position in Vietnam’s automobile and electric two-wheeler markets while continuing its global expansion.

In 2025, VinFast delivered nearly 200,000 electric vehicles worldwide, up 102% year-on-year. The result exceeded the Company’s 2025 target and marked the highest annual delivery volume since its inception. In the first quarter of 2026, VinFast delivered 58,577 electric vehicles across all markets, representing a further 61% increase compared with the same period last year.

Within the Real Estate and Services pillar, Vinhomes maintained its market-leading position with 32 residential developments in operation, home to approximately 650,000 residents. In 2025, Vinhomes recorded contracted sales of VND 205.3 trillion, up 98% year-on-year, with more than 34,000 units delivered. Its unrecognized contracted sales backlog reached VND 186.4 trillion, providing a solid foundation for future growth. Consolidated net revenue totaled VND 153.3 trillion, up 49.8% from 2024, while net profit after tax reached VND 43.3 trillion, up 23.6% year-on-year and exceeding the Company’s annual target.

In 2026, Vinhomes launched a series of large-scale urban developments across Vietnam, including the 6,200-hectare Vinhomes Global Gate Ha Long in Quang Ninh Province, the 512-hectare Vinhomes Hai Van Bay in Da Nang, and the 1,080-hectare Vinhomes Saigon Park in Ho Chi Minh City. These developments are expected to reshape Vietnam’s urban landscape while contributing to the sustainable growth of the real estate market.

Meanwhile, Vinpearl continued to lead Vietnam’s hospitality, tourism and entertainment sector, operating 60 facilities across 20 provinces and cities. Its ecosystem includes more than 17,500 rooms across a network of five-star hotels and resorts; 15 VinWonders theme parks; six championship golf courses; and three international-standard convention centers and theaters under the VinPalace brand. The portfolio also features two semi-wildlife conservation parks and an equestrian academy. In addition, Vinpearl’s signature live-action performances in destinations such as Nha Trang and Phu Quoc attract millions of visitors each year.

Within the Infrastructure pillar, VinSpeed has commenced construction of Vietnam’s first two high-speed rail projects: the Ben Thanh – Can Gio line in Ho Chi Minh City and the Hanoi – Quang Ninh line. Launched in April 2026, the Hanoi – Quang Ninh route is the country’s first interregional high-speed railway project. Beyond creating a powerful growth engine for Northern Vietnam’s key economic region, the project represents an important step toward enhancing the nation’s long-term competitiveness.

Within the Green Energy pillar, VinEnergo announced its expansion plans across Asia and Europe, supported by a renewable energy project pipeline with a total capacity of 10 GW that has already secured development agreements. In Vietnam, the company has obtained investment registration certificates for four renewable energy projects.

Within the Social Enterprises pillar, VinUniversity became the youngest university in Vietnam to receive the FIBAA Quality Seal in March 2026. In healthcare, Vinmec inaugurated its 10th hospital, spanning over 31,000 sqm, with 114 inpatient beds and a designed capacity of 135,000 patient visits annually.

At the end of 2025, Vingroup launched its Culture pillar to preserve and promote Vietnamese cultural values and bring them to the world. In May 2026, the Group introduced V-Film, a film and television production and distribution company, with the goal of supporting the development of a professional, modern, and globally integrated Vietnamese film industry.

Looking ahead, Vingroup remains committed to accelerating its core business activities, leveraging the strengths of its diversified ecosystem, enhancing operational efficiency, and expanding its international presence. Through these efforts, the Group aims to achieve its 2026 targets while further strengthening its position as one of the region’s leading enterprises.
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