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Empowering Entrepreneurs With Eric Le Tai’s Digital Design Solutions

Eric Le Tai is not your typical product designer.

As the Founder of Collective Engram, an online design studio based in Nevada, Eric has carved out a niche for himself by blending creativity with purpose. With a background in art direction and a keen focus on user experience (UX) research, he is driven by research-based design that impacts the community and connects business brands with their customers.

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“The Boyfriend”: A Tender Step Toward LGBT+ Normalization in Japan🏳️‍🌈

The July debut of the Netflix show “The Boyfriend” marked an important milestone for the normalization of the LGBT+ community in Japan. The reality show invited nine men to live together for a month in a seaside apartment in search of love, or at least friendship.

The show is uniquely a breath of fresh air in both Japan and Asia, but it does not look like another reality show that is as thrilling and physically intimate as its Western counterparts. Indeed, “The Boyfriend” is a gentle and subdued celebration of queerness in a socially conservative society. 

The series does stake out familiar waters in Asia’s queer landscape, diving into coming-out struggles with a powerful tenderness. There is barely any kissing and fondling, instead, focusing on soulful connections. 

Despite its humble impact, the show has opened a door for those unfamiliar with the LGBT+ community, showing that everyone has their own happiness and struggles in daily life and that all deserve to be loved. 

Shooting for Success: Kim Ye-ji's Exciting New Role in Crush🌠

South Korean pistol shooter Kim Ye-ji, who brought home the silver Olympics, is now back but in a different lane, shooting her “shot” at an upcoming South Korean series. 

After her cold and nonchalant appearance at the Olympics in Paris, Kim was chosen by entertainment company Asia Lab to act as an assassin (yes, a special case of “art imitates life”) alongside Indian actor Anushka Sen, a spinoff of the popular series “Asia.” 

“Crush” will be an action series following characters from all over the Asian continent. Lee JungSub, scriptwriter and director of “Crush,” showed that the selection of Kim Ye-Ji as the Korean assassin is an organic selection, thanks to her precision and performance at the Olympics. 

Modern Faith: Thailand’s Spiritual Tourism Surges with Gen Z Appeal 🙏

Who says that modernity comes with the decline of spirituality? Well, that's definitely not the case in Thailand. 

As a nation deeply rooted in spiritual traditions, Thailand is witnessing a surge in spiritual tourism, with growth projected to increase by 40% compared to 2019. Pilgrimages and the purchases of items such as clothes, or foods with images of deities, believed to bring fortunes, have become increasingly popular. 

This trend, called “mutelu,” has attracted a significant amount of youth, those who seek meaning and solace after the pandemic Covid-19 and amidst social instability. Items like bracelets or charms featuring the Hindu God Ganesha or talismans are reimagined into a more Gen Z-friendly version, attracting and becoming a daily ritual among the young generations. 

Apart from building the tourism infrastructure connecting around 60 temples and pagodas, the Thai government is also promoting this trend by establishing discovery routes through spiritual sites. This will bring more job opportunities to the Thai people, boosting local tourism and enhancing the country’s image.

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Join the Techsauce Global Summit 2024 Ho Chi Minh

We are thrilled to support Techsauce Global Summit 2024 Ho Chi Minh—Southeast Asia’s premier tech event. Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to connect with global tech leaders, startups, investors, and innovators from across the region!

• Date: 10th October 2024

• Location: Friendship Tower, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

• Theme: Unleashing Southeast Asia’s Tech Potential

Why Attend?

• In-depth sessions on tech ecosystem and investment trends

• Startup showcases and opportunities for collaboration

• Networking with key figures in the industry

• Exclusive insights from thought leaders driving tech innovation in SEA

Let’s explore and shape the future of tech together! 

Calling out all local AANHPI vendors in Los Angeles and San Jose/Bay Area! 

We are looking for vendors interested in tabling at our upcoming marketplace events in collaboration with SHOPLINE, especially those in the CPG and D2C industries. This is your chance to showcase your unique products — from fashion and beauty to lifestyle and food & beverage — and connect with top founders and leaders in the community.

Available slots are free of charge, but limited! If you're interested in becoming a vendor, sign up now!

Siqi Chen: The Power of a Story

Join us on October 10th in San Francisco for a fireside chat with AHN Ventures advisor Siqi Chen, where we will discuss "The Power of Story: Building a Business People Believe In."

Siqi is the founder and CEO of Runway Financial, a company making accounting 10x easier and more useful. He has previously served as CEO of Sandbox VR and has held executive roles at companies such as Zynga and Postmates.

• Location: Founders, Inc. | San Francisco Lab - 2 Marina Blvd B300, San Francisco

• Date: Thursday, October 10, 2024

• Time: 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM (PT)

Venus Rising: Fashion, Finance & Fun – Treasure Hunting Party 

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Join us for the AHNF x Venus Rising: Fashion, Finance & Fun – Treasure Hunting Party and get ready to turn your wardrobe (and your wallet) into a powerful statement of self-expression and financial savviness!

• Date: Friday, October 11, 2024

• Time: 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM (PT)

• Location: Private Club Lounge, San Francisco, CA

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