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A Diamond is Forever celebrates Desert diamonds

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Ciara, Julia Fox, Lucien Lavinscount, Lucky Blue Smith and Teyana Taylor wear Desert diamonds at New York City Event

NEW YORK, USA – Media OutReach Newswire – 6 October 2025 – On October 3, 2025, ‘A Diamond is Forever’ unveils its latest natural diamond campaign, Desert diamonds, with an immersive evening at ARTECHOUSE in New York City, celebrating the timeless beauty and individuality of natural diamonds.

A Diamond is Forever celebrates Desert diamonds

The exclusive gathering welcomed Amanda Murphy, Amber Mark, Bliss Lau, Chanel Iman, Ciara, Edvin Thompson (Theophilio), Francesca Scorsese, Haley Kalil, Hilary Rhoda, Jameel Mohammed (KHIRY), Jessica Stam, Jules Kim (Bijules), Julia Fox, Kate Bartlett, Lorraine West, Lucien Laviscount, Lucky Blue Smith, Maggi Simpkins, Marvin Douglas (stylist to Bad Bunny), Mei Pang, Ambassador Penda Naanda of the Republic of Namibia, Roman Mejia (Principal Dancer, New York City Ballet), Sandrine Conseiller (CEO of Brands and Diamond Desirability, De Beers Group), Sergio Hudson, Stephanie Gottlieb, Teyana Taylor, Tiler Peck (Principal Dancer, New York City Ballet), Wing Yau (WWAKE) leading editors and visionary jewelry designers for a night of artistry, discovery and sensory exploration.

Desert diamonds mark a new chapter in the celebration of natural diamonds – honoring their earthly origin, rarity, and emotional transcendence as a symbol of love and identity across cultures. Drawing inspiration from the desert landscapes from which many of them originate, the spectrum of colors starts with warm whites and moves through to champagne tones and amber hues, a palette adorning guests on the night.

At the heart of the celebration was a curated exhibition showcasing natural diamond jewelry presented in a spectrum of hues — from warm whites to champagne, and amber and whiskey shades – from over 30 exceptional designers and brands. This distinctive color palette is already capturing cultural imagination — from red carpet moments to celebrity engagement rings.

On the night of the event, Amber Mark wore a Le Vian necklace, Le Vian earrings, and a Le Vian ring; Amanda Murphy wore a Le Vian pendant; Ciara wore a Premier Gem ring with Desert diamonds sourced from Botswana, Vice Versa studs, and a De Beers London necklace; Chanel Iman wore a Le Vian necklace; Francesca Scorsese wore an Aneri necklace; Haley Khalil wore Le Vian earrings; Hilary Rhoda wore Khepri earrings and a Khepri necklace; Indiana Woodward wore Khepri earrings; INJI wore a Le Vian bracelet and Aneri earrings; Jessica Stam wore a Le Vian necklace; Julez Smith wore a Le Vian necklace; Julia Fox wore a MUNNU The Gem Palace ring; Julia Hackman Chafé wore Aneri earrings, an Aneri necklace and a Le Vian bracelet; Kate Bartlett a Le Vian necklace and Aneri earrings; Lauren Wolfe wore a pair of Le Vian hoops; Lucien Lavinscount wore a Le Vian pendant and a Kay Jewelers ring; Lucky Blue Smith wore a Le Vian necklace, a Kay Jewelers pendant, a Kay Jewelers bracelet and a Kay Jewelers ring; Mei Pang wore an Aneri necklace; Megan DeAngelis wore a Le Vian pendant; Roman Mejia wore a Premier Gem necklace; Sergio Hudson wore a Khepri earring; Tenicka Boyd wore Le Vian earrings; Teyana Taylor wore a Grandview Klein necklace and a Grandview Klein bracelet with Desert diamonds sourced from Namibia; and Tiler Peck wore a Khepri necklace and Khepri earrings.

Across cultures and generations, natural diamonds in beautifully unexpected colors have inspired artists, designers and collectors who seek meaning and distinction in what they wear, and today more and more consumers are also looking for diamonds that are as individual as they are.

Set within ARTECHOUSE’s cutting-edge digital space, the evening unfolded as a multi-sensory celebration of natural beauty and modern creativity. Guests were greeted with wine from IBest Wine before embarking on an epicurean journey curated by chef Lorna Maseko of eKhaya, whose menu and cocktails reflected a spirit of creative exploration blended with exacting craftsmanship. The atmosphere was elevated by an original soundtrack created exclusively for the night by blending Afrobeats and Amapiano rhythms to reflect the campaign’s global spirit.

Sandrine Conseiller, CEO of De Beers Brands & Diamond Desirability, said:

“Tonight reminds us of the magic, myth and wonder inherent in the DNA of natural diamonds. Today’s consumers have a need to convey their individuality while continuing to honor their deepest bonds and connections with the ultimate symbol of love and self-expression, natural diamonds. Desert Diamonds – whether a style statement or worn every day, offer a modern take on these enduring gifts of nature.”

The visionary designers and brands featured in the curated exhibition include Almasika, Aneri, Atit, Bernard James, Bijules, Bliss Lau, Briony Raymond, Casey Perez Jewelry, Fred Leighton, Grandview Klein, Harwell Godfrey, Indigo, Jade Ruzzo, Jade Trau, Jewels with Jules, Kay Jewelers, Khepri, Leigh Maxwell, Le Vian, Lorraine West, Maggi Simpkins, Martin Katz, Marvin Douglas Jewelry, Michelle Fantaci Fine Jewelry, Mociun, MUNNU The Gem Palace, Neil Lane, Nikos Koulis, Premier Gem, Retrouvaí, Rosy Blue, Stephanie Gottlieb Fine Jewelry, Ten Thousand Things, Uniform Object, Vale Jewelry, Vanessa Fernández, Vice Versa, William Goldberg, WWAKE and Zahn Z.

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About De Beers Group

Established in 1888, De Beers Group is the world’s leading diamond company with expertise in the exploration, mining, marketing and retailing of diamonds. Together with its joint venture partners, De Beers Group employs more than 20,000 people across the diamond pipeline and is the world’s largest diamond producer by value, with diamond mining operations in Botswana, Canada, Namibia and South Africa. Innovation sits at the heart of De Beers Group’s strategy as it develops a portfolio of offers that span the diamond value chain, including its jewellery houses, De Beers Jewellers and Forevermark, and other pioneering solutions such as diamond sourcing and traceability initiatives Tracr and GemFair. De Beers Group also provides leading services and technology to the diamond industry in the form of education and laboratory services via De Beers Institute of Diamonds and a wide range of diamond sorting, detection and classification technology systems via De Beers Group Ignite. De Beers Group is committed to ‘,’ a holistic and integrated approach for creating a better future – where safety, human rights and ethical integrity continue to be paramount; where communities thrive and the environment is protected; and where there are equal opportunities for all. De Beers Group is a member of the Anglo American plc group. For further information, visit .

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Hong Kong Company Formations Surge 40.5% in 2025, Outpacing Regional Competitors

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Air Corporate data reveals 9 in 10 founders incorporated in Hong Kong do so remotely, driven by a 20% surge in Middle Eastern entrepreneurs seeking cost-effective operational alternatives to Dubai.

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 15 May 2026 – Air Corporate registered a 40.5% increase in Hong Kong incorporations in 2025, with the first quarter of 2026 already up 48% year-over-year. This data indicates that Hong Kong is reasserting itself as the leading Asian jurisdiction for company formation, fueled by a new wave of remote founders from the Middle East, North Africa, and Europe.

The prevailing narrative over the past five years suggested that Singapore was eclipsing Hong Kong; however, recent incorporation volumes challenge this. According to city-wide official figures cited by Vivian, Founder of Air Corporate, approximately 195,000 companies were registered in Hong Kong in 2025, compared to around 77,000 in Singapore.

“There was a lot of fuss about Singapore taking over Hong Kong as preferred jurisdiction over the last few years, but for 2025 alone, around 195,000 companies were formed in HK, vs around 77,000 for Singapore,” said Vivian. While city-wide registrations rose roughly 35% in 2025, incorporations at Air Corporate specifically grew by 40.5%. Vivian added, “With a 35% increase in the number of companies registered in 2025, Hong Kong is definitely back in the game as the top jurisdiction to start a company.”

The reality of Hong Kong company formation is increasingly global, lean, and founder-led. Nine in ten founders incorporated in Hong Kong with Air Corporate do not live there.

Key demographic and operational insights from Air Corporate’s client base include:

  • Approximately 90% of founders operate remotely from abroad, while 10% or less are based in Hong Kong.
  • Entrepreneurs aged 35 to 44 represent the largest age cohort at 38%, demonstrating that Hong Kong attracts founders in their prime career years rather than just younger digital nomads.
  • Serial entrepreneurs make up 60% of Air Corporate’s client mix, utilizing Hong Kong as an operational base for multiple companies, while first-time founders account for the remaining 40%.
  • A total of 89% of new companies are launched by solo founders (58%) or small teams of two to five individuals (31%).
  • Mainland China, Hong Kong, Turkey, India, the UAE, Australia, France, and Morocco rank among the top source markets for these founders.

Furthermore, 73% of new Hong Kong incorporations are directly tied to physical goods trade with China. This consists of e-commerce and dropshipping businesses (38%) and the trading of goods (35%). The recovery of in-person trade flows, including events, such as the Canton Fair and various industrial fairs, is pulling foreign founders back into the Greater China orbit and establishing Hong Kong as the natural entry point and financial layer over the world’s largest manufacturing base.

Air Corporate’s data recorded a 20% year-over-year growth in founders originating from the Middle East. This shift highlights a reverse migration where founders previously incorporated in Dubai are now choosing Hong Kong. Based on Vivian’s observations, founders often arrive in Dubai expecting fast incorporation and low costs, but discover that incorporation and maintenance are significantly more expensive than in Hong Kong, and banking remains difficult. Consequently, many founders move to Hong Kong after 12 to 24 months in the UAE, a trend accelerated by the Hong Kong government’s strategic outreach to the region.

For lean, remote-first businesses, speed-to-market is a critical factor. A founder located anywhere in the world can incorporate in Hong Kong and open a working bank account in approximately 7 days using digital banking partners. Currently, 90% of Air Corporate’s clients utilize these digital banking partners.

“Hong Kong and Singapore are the only places in Asia where you can set up your company, get a corporate account, and be in business in less than a week,” concluded Vivian.

Air Corporate is a service provider facilitating company formation and incorporation in Hong Kong for serial entrepreneurs, first-time founders, and remote-first business owners operating globally.

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To learn more about Hong Kong company formation, visit Air Corporate’s website or contact their team directly.

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Natural Diamonds Sparkle on The Red Carpet at The 2026 Met Gala Celebrating “Costume Art”

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Today’s biggest stars express individuality and confidence with natural diamonds

NEW YORK, US – Media OutReach Newswire – 15 May 2026 – The 2026 Met Gala celebrating “Costume Art” took place May 4th at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, bringing together leading figures from across the globe for an unforgettable evening. These tastemakers showcased the most classic, refined and distinctive diamond jewelry looks of the season. Below, A Diamond is Forever highlights the standout trends from the event.

Desert diamonds

Desert diamonds emerged as a striking throughline on the Met Gala carpet, with a range of hues in distinctive settings taking focus.

Rihanna led the trend in a pair of exceptionally rare old Moghul Golconda fancy brown-yellow diamond earrings by Glenn Spiro, featuring two pear-shaped natural diamonds totaling 51.9 carats. Doja Cat offset her all nude look with a pair of large Leviev Diamonds floral-shaped earrings while Paloma Elsesser made a statement in a 29.5-carat diamond necklace by Bernard James, centered around a 15-carat fancy light yellow pear-shaped natural diamond. Cara Delevingne wore a De Beers London Forces of Nature High Jewelry ring, featuring marquise yellow diamonds set as eyes, while Emma Chamberlain opted for yellow and white diamond earrings by Chopard, underscoring the continued allure of warm diamond hues.

Magnificent Diamond Earrings

A wide variety of captivating silhouettes defined the natural diamond earrings on the Met Gala carpet. Zoë Kravitz delivered a modern twist with oversized diamond flower earrings by Jessica McCormack. Chase Sui Wonders opted for Jean Schlumberger by Tiffany & Co. Sea Fan earrings, bringing an element of sculptural artistry to the look. Gracie Abrams selected gently dangling Chanel earrings, adding understated fluidity, while Connor Storrie selected simple hoop earrings from Tiffany & Co., reinforcing the clean and enduring appeal of natural diamonds.

Standout Diamond Moments

Natural diamonds appeared in personal, unconventional and eye-catching ways, offering moments of surprise and awe. Power couple Beyoncé and Jay-Z embodied this trend with Beyoncé wearing Chopard’s Queen of Kalahari necklace, named after the rare 342-carat diamond that provided 23 stones for Chopard’s Garden of Kalahari collection. Jay-Z contributed to the narrative with a vintage diamond brooch by Briony Raymond worn at the collar as an unexpected placement that underscored the piece’s versatility. Isha Ambani made the styling of diamonds an art form in itself, wearing her own diamond jewelry featuring approximately 150 carats of old mine-cut diamonds, including a three-strand necklace and chandelier earrings, while also incorporating diamonds sewn directly into the bodice of her sari to represent significant moments in her life.

Together, these looks highlighted a shift toward natural diamonds as vessels of personal expression, styled with intention, individuality, and a sense of the unexpected.

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Turn Your Savings into a Front-Row Experience: HL Bank Singapore Offers Exclusive Passes to AsiaTop Music Festival 2026

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The premier music festival will play host to 16 K-pop, regional and Malaysian stars including, in performance order: Day 1 – NexT1DE, Aina Abdul, Belle Sisoski, Win Metawin, NMIXX, WINNER, DAESUNG, KUN. Day 2 – Uriah See, Firdhaus, Butterbear, 82MAJOR, STAYC, CRAVITY, TWS, CxM

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 14 May 2026 – Your next major K-pop experience is just a savings goal away as HL Bank Singapore (“HLB Singapore”) bridges the gap between financial wellness and the front row. In an exclusive collaboration designed for the ultimate music enthusiast, the bank is offering fans the chance to secure a pair of sought-after AsiaTop Music Festival 2026 tickets, valued at up to RM1,098 (approx. S$355), simply by growing their wealth.

HL Bank Singapore is giving music fans the chance to redeem exclusive passes to the AsiaTop Music Festival 2026, featuring top Asian acts, through its iSavings Reward Campaign.

This unique initiative stems from the regional synergy between Hong Leong Bank (“HLB”) and Tencent Music Entertainment Group (JOOX and QQ Music). By aligning with Visit Malaysia Year and Visit Selangor Year 2026, HLB is transforming the traditional banking experience into a gateway for premium entertainment. Scheduled for 30 and 31 May 2026 at the iconic Sepang International Circuit, the festival promises a high-octane weekend featuring an elite lineup of Asian superstars, including the largest K-pop showcase in the ASEAN region.

Securing a spot at the heart of the action has been streamlined through the iSavings Reward Campaign, running from 9 May 2026 to 18 May 2026. To participate, fans first decide on their preferred festival experience, selecting either a pair of Standard Passes with a S$5,000 deposit or the high-energy, nearer-to-the-stars Rockzone Passes with a S$8,282 deposit for their chosen day.

Once a tier is selected, customers can register by depositing the qualifying funds into an iSavings account via FAST or Links transfer. To validate their entry, customers must include the specific Comment Code, such as PALLIR1 for Day 1 Rockzone, within the funds transfer description. The qualifying balance must be maintained within the account for a six-month (182 days) earmarked period.

With only 88 pairs of tickets available for this exclusive campaign, the stakes are high. Allocation is limited to 22 pairs per day for each ticket category and will be awarded strictly on a first-come, first-served basis. Fans are encouraged to act quickly to ensure their savings work as hard as they do while securing a premier seat at the musical event of the year.

For full terms & conditions, and further details, please visit: www.hlbank.com.sg/AsiaTop2026

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HL Bank Singapore is the Singapore branch of Hong Leong Bank Berhad, a leading digital-centric Malaysia-based financial services institution with a rooted heritage in the country spanning over 120 years. Operating under a Full Bank Licence in Singapore, HL Bank offers a comprehensive range of financial services to our business, retail and high networth customers through our 4 core business segments – Business & Corporate Banking, Personal Financial Services, Private Wealth Management and Global Markets.

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