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AUCKLAND, New Zealand, April 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Alternative lender Bizcap has recorded its biggest month yet in New Zealand, driven by a sharp rise in uptake of its Line of Credit product. The result follows a record-breaking February, with March originations climbing a further 4%, underlining sustained momentum across the country's small business finance sector. In a sign of growing demand for flexible, ongoing access to capital, 41% of all March deals in NZ were Line of Credit facilities, confirming strong product-market fit just months after launch. "This level of uptake, so soon after releasing the product, validates what we've been hearing from advisers and SMEs: New Zealand businesses need simpler, faster ways to manage cash flow and snap up opportunities," said Adam Szental, Chief Operating Officer at Bizcap. "And with major tech upgrades being launched—like our new Partner Portal—we're making the experience even more seamless for advisers and their clients." Bizcap credits its recent growth in New Zealand to its fast decisioning, low-documentation model, and an adviser-first approach that includes lifetime commissions and dedicated local support. The company recently expanded its product offering with the launch of Bizcap Prime—a longer-term, lower-rate loan designed to give established SMEs even greater choice and flexibility. To continue supporting adviser education and product awareness, Bizcap's NZ General Manager Camilla Tumai has been hosting Line of Credit webinars for partners. Another session is scheduled for 2nd May, with registration via Eventbrite. "We're building strong relationships with New Zealand partners who value transparency, speed, and service," said Camilla Tumai, NZ General Manager. "The growth we've seen is a shared success—our partners are at the centre of it." Bizcap launched in New Zealand in 2022 and has grown rapidly, offering funding up to $2 million with approvals in as little as three hours. Its Business Line of Credit product, introduced in 2024, offers businesses ongoing access to capital with flexible drawdowns, up to $500k in funding, with no need to reapply. About Bizcap Bizcap is a leading non-bank business lender operating across New Zealand, Australia, the United Kingdom and Singapore. Since launching in 2019, it has funded over 30,000 business loans totalling more than $1 billion, with a 4.8/5 Trustpilot rating. Bizcap partners with advisers and aggregators to deliver fast, flexible funding tailored to real-world business needs. For more information, visit https://www.bizcap.nz/
MACAO, April 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Sands China celebrated the 10th anniversary of its Local Small, Medium and Micro Suppliers Support Programme Thursday at The Londoner Macao®, followed by the 2025 Sands China Local Supplier Open Day, which was attended by 250 local SMEs. Guests of honour celebrate the 10th anniversary of Sands China’s Local Small, Medium and Micro Suppliers Support Programme Thursday at The Londoner Macao, followed by the 2025 Sands China Local Supplier Open Day. Sands China's Local Small, Medium and Micro Suppliers Support Programme was created in partnership with the Macao Chamber of Commerce in 2015 to increase procurement opportunities for Macao's SMEs. It targets three types of local businesses: local small and micro suppliers, "Made in Macao" companies and Macao young entrepreneurs. In line with government policies, the programme propels Sands China's longstanding efforts to support the growth and development of local SME suppliers. This year, the Sands China Local Supplier Open Day connected local SMEs, including Macao enterprises certified by the DSEDT Technology Enterprise Certification Program, with Sands China procurement representatives – thereby facilitating face-to-face conversations for the potential suppliers to learn about procurement opportunities in various Sands China departments. Sands China set up several categories of procurement booths for the well-attended event: food and beverage, outside services and logistics, marketing, advertising and printing, technology and gaming products and services, hotel operating supplies and furniture, and facilities and construction. This year's Open Day added a booth specially for DSEDT-certified Macao technology enterprises to learn about technology-related procurement opportunities. Additionally, a Sands Procurement Academy booth shared information about the academy's free training programme for SMEs and offered registration on-site. Grant Chum, chief executive officer and executive director of Sands China Ltd., said: "We are honoured to witness our Local Small, Medium and Micro Suppliers Support Programme celebrating its 10-year milestone with this SME Open Day, as it demonstrates our philosophy of supporting the development of local SME suppliers and fostering their prosperity by providing a high-level, effective platform for them to grow. Over the past 10 years, Sands China has proactively launched various initiatives to support local SMEs and we have consistently adjusted our strategies in response to the latest market changes and demands, putting innovative ideas into practice to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes. We would like to express our gratitude to the Macao SAR government for its longstanding policy guidance, to the Macao Chamber of Commerce for being our key partner and a crucial bridge between us and local commerce, and to all local SMEs for their active participation and support throughout the years – as we all share the impactful achievements of Macao's development." Hoi Lok Man, vice president of the board of directors of the Macao Chamber of Commerce, said: "SMEs are the economic foundation of Macao. The flourishing development of Macao's local SMEs is one of the city's 'golden accesses' to economic prosperity. Co-launched with Sands China in 2015, the Local Small, Medium and Micro Suppliers Support Programme is a testament to our philosophy of supporting the growth and development of local SMEs, making progress together to achieve our mutual goal. Our support to local SMEs mirrors the adage to 'teach a man to fish' and is a microcosm of the solidarity of Macao's business sectors – demonstrating their collaborative spirit of 'growth, success, and shared prosperity.' Our partnership with Sands China has significantly surpassed commercial procurement, in turn becoming an accelerator for Macao's moderate economic diversification. Let today mark a new beginning in our journey, as Sands China continues to effectively promote the programme with support from all sectors of society – further polishing the 'golden business card' of Macao as an international metropolis." The officiating guests at Thursday's event were Yang Yi, deputy director of the Economic Affairs Department of the Liaison Office of the Central People's Government in the Macao SAR; Yau Yun Wah, director of the Economic and Technological Development Bureau of the Macao SAR Government; Ricky Hoi, acting director of the Macao Government Tourism Office; Victoria Kuan, director-general of the Macau Productivity and Technology Centre; Sanna Leong, manager of the Commerce and Business Development Division of the Macao Trade and Investment Promotion Institute; Hoi Lok Man; Andy Ng, director of the Macao Young Entrepreneur Incubation Centre; Grant Chum; and Charlie Cai, vice president of procurement and sustainability of Sands China Ltd. The event is one in a series of initiatives and events celebrating the 10th anniversary of Sands China's Local Small, Medium and Micro Suppliers Support Programme. These include the Rua das Estalagens Team Member Food Fest at The Venetian® Macao, Sands Shopping Carnival, Sands Procurement Academy training programme, Sands Supplier Excellence Awards, and Macao Technological Innovation Exploration tour. In addition, Sands China will launch a training programme this year to enhance local SMEs' online marketing capabilities, thereby facilitating digital transformation in their businesses. Through this programme, participants will be equipped with marketing skills for live broadcasting on new media platforms, enriching their knowledge of future trends and the development of live commerce. The company is also fully supporting the "2025 Macau Youth Innovation and Entrepreneurship Competition" to be held in August this year, empowering young people to pursue their entrepreneurial dreams, while injecting innovative elements into local industries in a bid to contribute to Macau's economic diversification. Sands China's supplier support programme aims to meet the needs of Macao's SMEs through various initiatives. Key among them is the F.I.T. programme, introduced in 2017 to provide Financial Support, Invitational Matching, and Training and Development for suppliers. The success of these efforts has been evident. Sands China recorded a gross procurement amount of MOP 15.2 billion in 2024, 84% of which (MOP 12.8 billion) went to Macao enterprises, including over 4.6 billion to local SMEs. Sands China's Local Small, Medium and Micro Suppliers Support Programme is in line with the Macao government's initiative to "buy local" and demonstrates Sands China's commitment to supporting local enterprises as part of the company's corporate social responsibility efforts. It is part of Sands China's supplier relationship management strategy, which guides the company's long-standing effort to support local suppliers, whom it views as its strategic partners. About Sands China Ltd. Sands China Ltd. (Sands China or the Company) is incorporated in the Cayman Islands with limited liability and is listed on The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited (HKEx: 1928). Sands China is the largest operator of integrated resorts in Macao. The Company's integrated resorts on the Cotai Strip comprise The Venetian® Macao, The Plaza® Macao, The Parisian® Macao and The Londoner® Macao. The Company also owns and operates Sands® Macao on the Macao peninsula. The Company's portfolio features a diversified mix of leisure and business attractions and transportation operations, including large meeting and convention facilities; a wide range of restaurants; shopping malls; world-class entertainment at The Venetian Arena, The Londoner Arena, The Venetian Theatre, The Parisian Theatre, the Londoner Theatre and the Sands Theatre; and a high-speed Cotai Water Jet ferry service between Hong Kong and Macao. The Company's Cotai Strip portfolio has the goal of contributing to Macao's transformation into a world centre of tourism and leisure. Sands China is a subsidiary of global resort developer Las Vegas Sands Corp. (NYSE: LVS). For more information, please visit www.sandschina.com. Media contacts: Corporate Communications, Sands China Ltd.Mabel WuTel: +853 8118 2268Email: mabel.wu@sands.com.mo Jesse ChiangTel: +853 8118 2054Email: jesse.chiang@sands.com.mo Representatives from 250 local SMEs attend Sands China’s Local SME Supplier Open Day Thursday at The Londoner Macao. This year, the event connects local SMEs, including Macao enterprises certified by the DSEDT Technology Enterprise Certification Program, with Sands China procurement representatives – thereby facilitating face-to-face conversations for the potential suppliers to learn about procurement opportunities in various Sands China departments. Representatives from 250 local SMEs attend Sands China’s Local SME Supplier Open Day Thursday at The Londoner Macao. This year, the event connects local SMEs, including Macao enterprises certified by the DSEDT Technology Enterprise Certification Program, with Sands China procurement representatives – thereby facilitating face-to-face conversations for the potential suppliers to learn about procurement opportunities in various Sands China departments.
SYDNEY, April 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- AI-powered SME business account provider ANNA Money has teamed up with embedded finance innovator Shaype to launch Australia's first all-in-one business finance "super app", now rolling out to startups and proprietary limited ("Pty Ltd") companies. The super app will act as a 24/7 financial co-pilot replacing fragmented financial workflows by consolidating everything from business banking, tax, expenses, company formation and cards into one seaamless platform. This means no more juggling a bank, Xero, spreadsheets, accountants and multiple disconnected tools. Instead, ANNA delivers a single intelligent interface underpinned by real-time data machine learning and automation policies tailored to how businesses actually operate. While competitors have targeted freelancers and sole traders, the super app is focused exclusively on Pty Ltd businesses with more complex needs, from early-stage startups to established companies looking to scale. ANNA touts itself as "the business account that does your taxes", and launching this product marks its official entry into the Australian market after acquiring Cape in 2024. Powered by Shaype's secure and fully compliant infrastructure, the super app offers: Automated tax tools to handle IAS/BASprep and lodgement, GST tracking and compliance. Real-time business accounts with an Australian BSB/account number and NPP-enabled payments. ANNA-branded Mastercard® corporate cards for business owners and their teams. Built-in expense management, receipt capture and real-time transaction categorisation. Business formation features to launch new entities in minutes. AI-driven financial insights and automation with human oversight and control. With 98 percent of businesses in Australia being SMEs who are often forced to rely on overly complex financial admin and fragmented financial stacks, the app could come as an enormous relief to millions of business owners, according to ANNA Money Australia. Ryan Edwards-Pritchard, CEO of ANNA Money in Australia, said: "Our partnership with Shaype marks a real inflection point for business finance in Australia. Until now, SMEs have been forced to cobble together tools that were never designed to work in sync. With ANNA, we're changing that by building an intelligent, agentic financial system that actively works for business owners around the clock. Working with a partner like Shaype, whose infrastructure allows us to move fast, stay compliant and innovate at scale, has been critical to unlocking this next generation of SME services.." Andrew Laycock, CEO of Shaype, said: "We're proud to support ANNA Money's launch in Australia. This is a great example of how embedded finance infrastructure can unlock entirely new user experiences in financial services. Together, we're empowering Australian SMEs with modern, secure, and integrated tools that simply didn't exist before." ANNA Money (Absolutely No Nonsense Admin, annamoney.au) is a UK-founded financial software company combining banking, tax, and business automation into one AI-powered super app for SMEs. Following its acquisition of Cape, ANNA has launched in Australia to help Pty Ltd businesses eliminate financial admin, stay compliant, and scale with confidence. Since inception, ANNA has experienced consistent growth and garnered industry recognition. We remain focused on strengthening our brand presence while continuing to support small businesses in their journey to success. Shaype (shaype.com) is Australia's leading embedded finance platform, enabling businesses, banks and brands to launch powerful, compliant, and seamless financial products. Shaype powers some of Australia's most innovative brands with secure, real-time payments infrastructure.
SEOUL, South Korea, April 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Business management software Odoo wrapped up a successful Business Show themed "Empowering SMEs with Flexible All-in-one Management Solutions Across Industries" together with sponsoring partners Ecodoobiz, Blue Stone, and customer online marketing agency Wepick Corporation. Greeting 200 industry pioneers in person, Odoo announced the €500 million transaction led by CapitalG and Sequoia Capital and showcased its latest product version, Odoo 18. Odoo introduced the latest product version, Odoo 18, at Business Show 2025 Korea. Live Product Showcase User-friendly yet no less comprehensive, Odoo powers through every stage of its customers' business expansion. The event showcased: One-stop manufacturing and retail solutions with interconnected sales, purchase, inventory, manufacturing, accounting, and communications management Automated scheduling and creation of manufacturing orders, BoMs, and job orders All-in-one tertiary sector solutions with interconnected CRM, sales, project, timesheet, and communications management Integrated data collection, consolidation, and sharing Implementation Partner Panel & Customer Testimonial At the partner panel and customer testimonial session, Odoo implementers Ecodoobiz and Blue Stone shared digital transformation tips. Online marketing agency Wepick Corporation underscored the business opportunities Odoo had brought. "Odoo enables Korean companies to streamline processes from procurement to delivery within one software, enhancing efficiency and reducing costs," said Jihoon Choi, CEO of Ecodoobiz. "Odoo's marketing features take businesses one step forward by empowering personalized marketing campaigns for improved customer experience," Grant Kim, CEO of Blue Stone, added. Moreover, Wepick Corporation shared professional insights into utilizing the Odoo CRM, sales, and project apps to improve leads management and boost the conversion rate by 20%. Besides that, the agency also testified on stage about the software's user-friendliness and configuration flexibilities, thanks to its intuitive UI design and low-code nature. View Odoo's upcoming event schedule to connect with your local IT service providers and industry leaders, or schedule an online call with Odoo to learn more about its services in Korea. About Odoo With 70+ official apps and 57k+ third-party apps, Odoo manages businesses' finance, sales, inventory & manufacturing processes, human resources, marketing, team productivity, and more. The Belgian open-source service provider operates in 19 countries and regions worldwide, including the United States, Indonesia, Dubai, and Hong Kong SAR.
Over 1 in 4 small businesses globally are run on social media, GoDaddy research finds ISLAMABAD, April 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- How a small business presents and sells its offerings can be the difference between success and failure. GoDaddy has launched Show in Bio to help small businesses increase sales and stand out on social media. This affordable tool offers flexibility for small business owners not yet ready to build a website, enabling them to showcase their products or services on social media channels, including Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, X, Pinterest and LinkedIn, and interact with customers through channels like WhatsApp to close sales. Using artificial intelligence (AI) to quickly draft product information, such as name, description, and price, and create a personalized one-page sales catalogue in minutes, no technical skills are required to use the tool. Entrepreneurs who run their business on social media are more confident using AIResearch from GoDaddy's 2025 Global Entrepreneurship Survey found over one in four (28%) of small business owners globally primarily run their business on social media. This shift in small business ownership to social-first entrepreneurs heightens the importance of how a small business sells online. GoDaddy's research has found these social-first entrepreneurs are younger, more optimistic about business performance and more confident in their ability to leverage AI for their business. This trend reveals not only the growth potential of social-first businesses, but also how technology – specifically AI – is a key enabler to innovate, scale and thrive. Start a business on social media with low spend and without the need to build a websiteShow in Bio allows entrepreneurs to start a business quickly with low spend, even validating a business idea before launching it. While perfect for small business owners who may not have yet built a website, the tool also supports domain integration, allowing those with an established online presence to use their own domain for a seamless branded experience. Key features and benefits include: Centralize Your Links – Put all your important content in one shareable link. Drive Engagement – Drive traffic to key offers and updates instantly by sharing your link in bio on social channels. Showcase Products – Create a captivating catalogue with images and videos directly on your page. Domain Integration – Use your own domain for a seamless and branded experience. Save Time with AI – Generate quality product information and profile bios fast, no tech skills required. "We're supporting entrepreneurs to start their online business wherever it makes the most sense for them – including on social media," said Selina Bieber, Vice President of International Markets at GoDaddy. "The rise of social media in the last 20-plus years has captured a significant share of internet activity, but it hasn't diminished the need for businesses to have their own brand and their own identity. "Show in Bio is an enhanced link in bio solution built to support small businesses run on social media, directly addressing challenges such as driving traffic, lack of technical skills and setting up a website while simplifying social selling." About GoDaddy GoDaddy helps millions of entrepreneurs globally start and scale their businesses. People come to GoDaddy to name their idea, build a website and logo, sell their products and services, and accept payments. GoDaddy Airo®, the company's AI-powered experience, makes growing a small business faster and easier by helping them to get their idea online in minutes, drive traffic and boost sales. GoDaddy's expert guides are available 24/7 to provide assistance. To learn more about the company, visit www.GoDaddy.com.
Engaging Over 2,000 Individuals in Its First Year in the Northern Metropolis HONG KONG, April 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Sino Group ('The Group') is dedicated to nurturing and attracting talent while supporting the development of the innovation and technology (I&T) ecosystem. Since the opening of Sino Inno Lab and The Spark in the Northern Metropolis last year, the platforms have welcomed more than 1,500 visitors from local universities as well as start-ups in the Greater Bay Area and overseas, and delegates from organisations and educational institutions, in an effort to foster industry dialogue. Recently, The Spark hosted its first Community Wellness Inno Day at One North, bringing I&T closer to the community. The event showcased innovations from local university start-ups and partnered with hive, an organisation promoting balanced living and mindfulness, to offer a range of mind-body wellness activities. Over 500 community members, including underprivileged families and children from the North District, participated, enhancing well-being and raising awareness of wellness technology. The Spark's first Community Wellness Inno Day promotes well-being and raises awareness of wellness technology. Sino Inno Lab serves as a sandbox platform for start-ups, inventors, and technology companies from Hong Kong, Mainland China and beyond. It provides a space for demonstrating proof-of-concept developments and fostering collaboration on innovative solutions, supporting Hong Kong's role as a bridge connecting the Greater Bay Area, Mainland China, and the global community, and creating broader opportunities for the local I&T sector. Located in One North, the 4,000 square-foot Sino Inno Lab also houses The Spark, an open exchange platform and a co-working space for I&T professionals. To mark its first anniversary, The Spark organised a Community Wellness Inno Day with a focus on mind-body wellness, inviting start-up teams from the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) and the University of Hong Kong (HKU) to showcase their technology-driven products and applications for personal health and wellness. Among them, PanopticAI, a deep-tech company leveraging HKUST's academic and scientific research, launched the world's first contactless pulse rate measurement mobile application, powered by AI-driven health data extraction and analysis. During the event, they introduced the 'Wellness Journey' in collaboration with Lify Wellness, which incorporates AI Facial Scanning Well-Being Analytics and offers personalised herbal tea recommendations. Dr Kyle Wong, CEO and co-founder of PanopticAI, stated, 'We were thrilled to take part in Community Wellness Inno Day. It was a wonderful chance to personally introduce our AI technology to the public and witness firsthand how it positively impacts people's lives. The feedback from and interaction with users has been truly inspiring for our team. This encouragement drives us to keep developing and enhancing our products, working towards our aim of integrating wellness technology into daily life and making a meaningful impact on society. LocoBike, another HKUST start-up and local shared-bike brand, highlighted the natural beauty of the Northern Metropolis as it introduced its 360° VR cycling experience, which promotes healthy living and eco-friendly commuting. Additionally, a technological showcase highlighting HKU's research, enhanced by VOTANIC, offered an immersive 360° VR bowling experience, using a high-performance CAVE automatic virtual environment system. This innovation combined health, entertainment, and advanced technology with realistic interactions and physical effects, demonstrating Hong Kong's potential in virtual reality and AI innovation. Mr David Ng, Group Associate Director of Sino Group, said, 'Sino Group is committed to building up the I&T ecosystem through initiatives like the establishment of Sino Inno Lab and The Spark, enhancing the talent pool, and promoting a culture that integrates I&T into daily life while inspiring further development. We believe that the extensive application and advancement of AI will provide convenience and create significant growth opportunities. We appreciate the invaluable support and participation of our partners, industry peers, tenants, and community groups as we strive to leverage technology to strengthen community connections, nurture an I&T culture, and contribute to the ongoing development of the Northern Metropolis.' Many participants found the event engaging and appreciated experiencing the benefits of AI in daily life. Parents noted the novelty of an AI chess-playing robot and the enjoyment their children derived from mind-body wellness activities. The event provided an opportunity for collaboration with like-minded tenants from One North, including hive, which offered complimentary activities such as Muay Thai self-defense, yoga breathing exercises, and pain point location practice. Another participating tenant, First Climb, provided rock-climbing experiences to encourage physical activity. One North actively promotes a healthy work-life balance and regularly hosts wellness-focused activities such as yoga classes, running, and cycling events. Its 20,000-square-foot outdoor landscaped area features an accessible cycle track network that stretches from Tsuen Wan to Tuen Mun and Yuen Long Nam Sang Wai, complete with bicycle parking, changing rooms, showers, and electronic lockers to support active travel. One North recently achieved ActiveScore Certified Gold, the only globally recognised certification dedicated to active travel in real estate, underscoring its commitment to low-carbon and active commuting.
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