PickNick by Food Bites

June 14, 2014, 1:05 am

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When: Sat, Jun 14, 3pm – Sun, Jun 15, 10pm, 2014
Where: The Waterfront @ Desa ParkCity 5, Persiaran Residen, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Admission: Free
Info: Event | Venue

Food Bites invites you to come PickNick with us! PickNick is  a new exciting monthly market to discover unique and tantalizing foods whilst relaxing with the breeze in your hair and live music playing. Come and meet our F&B vendors:

• Link FIQS Gastronomy
• Link Forty Licks Ice Cream
• Link Smooshie Juice
• Link Barista Guild Asia
• Link Peanut Butter Factory
• Link Transparent Apron Underground Supper Club
• Link Andy's BBQ
• Link Crzypuff
• Link Frontera Sol Of Mexico 
• Link Cute Ball Kitchen
• Link Nuts Enough
• Link D'Kenali Gourmet
• Link Cowboys: Wings & Dogs, and others

Photos: The NorthShore Gardens @ DesaParkCity

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[ Snapshot ] Echelon2014, BarcampPG, TADHackKL

June 14, 2014, 10:15 pm

≫ Next: Inside Bitcoins: The Business of Cryptocurrency

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Malaysia's Team Onz, Best Dressed @ Echelon 2014
10 June 2014, Max Atria, Singapore. Photo: 1337accelerator.com

Cheryl Yeoh @ Barcamp Penang 2014

17 May 2014, INTI Penang. Photo: Kheksoon Law

Christina Tan @ TADHack Kuala Lumpur 2014

6 June 2014, Roof Top Bar, G-Tower. Photo: celcom.com.my

Inside Bitcoins: The Business of Cryptocurrency

June 15, 2014, 6:40 am

≫ Next: Automotive Summit 2014

≪ Previous: [ Snapshot ] Echelon2014, BarcampPG, TADHackKL

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When: Tue, Jun 24, 8am – Wed, Jun 25, 6pm, 2014
Where: SkyCity Marriott Hotel, Hong Kong
Admission: HKD 2400 (MYR 1010)
InfoL Event | Agenda | Registration

With Hong Kong set to get its first few Bitcoin ATMs and the opening of the first Bitcoin retail store in Hong Kong, it’s no wonder the virtual currency is surging in both popularity and trading volume. Join us for Inside Bitcoins Hong Kong, as we explore how the world’s fastest growing currency is transforming the financial landscape and driving business forward. Topics include:

• Bitcoin in China: Second Generation of Products and Services
• Crypto-Law: What Is It and Why Should I Care?
• Mining for the Future: What Bitcoin Businesses Need to Know
• Bitcoin vs Altcoins
• The Promise of Decentralized Technology: Blockchain 2.0, Ethereum, Sidechains
• Peer-to-Peer Financial Platforms: the Death of the Middleman
• YBC: The First Chinese Digital Currency

La Maison Du Bitcoin (European Bitcoin Centre), Paris. Photo: bitbitcoin.com

Automotive Summit 2014

June 15, 2014, 8:42 am

≫ Next: Games in Asia Meetup: Appxplore & Kurechii

≪ Previous: Inside Bitcoins: The Business of Cryptocurrency

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When: Thu, June 19, 1pm – 5pm, 2014
Where: Grand Hall, Bangkok International Trade and Exhibition Centre, Thailand
Admission: Free [check with the organizer]
Info: Expo | Summit | Registration

Under the theme of Green Mobility Changing World, Automotive Summit 2014 will prepare auto-parts makers for the upcoming trend of electric vehicles. The high-level conference will cover four factors that auto-parts makers must take into consideration, namely government’s policy, technology development, productivity improvement, and human resource development. Topics:

• How Green Mobility is Changing the World
• ASEAN the New Chapter in Global Automotive Industry
• Becoming World Class Automotive Hub: Why and How
• Future Fuel-Efficient Vehicles
• Alternative Transport Fuels & Biofuels 
• Advanced Safety Technology and Transport System 
• Advanced Automotive Production and Materials Engineering

Auto Summit 2014 is part of Manufacturing Expo 2014 which is held 19-22 June 2014 at the same venue.

Games in Asia Meetup: Appxplore & Kurechii

June 15, 2014, 10:39 pm

≫ Next: Er360: Emergency Room for Entrepreneurs

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When: Thu, June 19, 6pm – 9:30pm, 2014
Where: Menara TM, Level 1 Jalan Pantai Baharu, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Admission: Free
Info: Event | Registration

Together with the 1337 Accelerator, Games In Asia have invited Desmond Lee from Appxplore and P’ng Yi Wei from Kurechii to speak about their journeys as game developers in Malaysia. Both Lee and P’ng are bastions of the Malaysian indie game industry, and their journeys from zero to absolute heroes in this fledgling industry are a potential source of inspiration for many aspiring developers.

Related Event
Link Games in Asia Meetup: eSports in Singapore @ Orchard Road, 17 June 2014 7:30pm.

Er360: Emergency Room for Entrepreneurs

June 15, 2014, 10:51 pm

≫ Next: Giant Hypermarket SME Open Day

≪ Previous: Games in Asia Meetup: Appxplore & Kurechii

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When: Thu, June 19, 8:30am – 6:00pm, 2014
Where: NEF, Block E6, No. 2, Jalan PJU 8/8, Empire Damansara, Petaling Jaya, Malaysia
Admission: Free
Info: Event | Venue

WENA (Women's Entrepreneurial Network of Malaysia) brings you Er360, The Emergency Room for Entrepreneurs:

• Get our business health checked 
• Get legal and financial advice
• Get second opinion on your pitch and proposal
• Get help, expand your network, share your experiences, promote your business
• Get help managing your stress, groom yourself better

Giant Hypermarket SME Open Day

June 16, 2014, 6:24 am

≫ Next: Marketplace for Creative Ideas & Innovative Enterprises

≪ Previous: Er360: Emergency Room for Entrepreneurs

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When: Sat, June 21, 8am – 6pm, 2014
Where: Giant Hypermarket Training Centre, 3rd Floor, Bandar Kinrara, Malaysia
Admission: Free
Info: Venue

Interested to grow your business and supply your products to Giant? Come to our SME Open Day, part of SME Week 2014,  to learn more! Registration and enquiries: Mohd Shahrizal Ayub (Bob) at +603.5544.8888 x 8894 or email mohd_shahrizal@giant.com.my

Marketplace for Creative Ideas & Innovative Enterprises

June 16, 2014, 6:37 am

≫ Next: MDeC: #MYCyberSALE

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When: Fri, June 20, 2:30pm – 6:00pm, 2014
Where: Dewan Mahkota, Level 5, Block B, SME Corp Malaysia, Platinum Sentral, Kuala Lumpur
Admission: Free
Info: Venue

SME Corp Malaysia will be hosting a forum on innovation  especially for innovation champions, creative thinkers, designers, aspiring entrepreneurs and budding innovators held in conjunction with the SME Week 2014. The forum will deliberate on the establishment of a platform under the auspices of SME Corp Malaysia and the Ministry of Science, Technology & Innovation for budding innovators and aspiring entrepreneurs to promote and market innovative ideas. Topics include:

• Micro enterprises and social business initiative by SME Corp
• Year of Commercialization aspirations and initiatives of MOSTI
• Youth Empowerment on advocating the innovation culture.
• Concept for Innovation Bazaar  for creative ideas and enterprising innovations

Jointly organized with the Malaysian Association of Creativity and Innovation (MACRI). RSVP to ramesh@macri.com.my before 18 June 2014.

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MDeC: #MYCyberSALE

June 16, 2014, 10:04 pm

≫ Next: Do Something Good: Connect

≪ Previous: Marketplace for Creative Ideas & Innovative Enterprises

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When: Mon, June 23, 3pm – 4pm, 2014
Where: Bungaraya Meeting Room, MDeC HQ, Cyberjaya, Malaysia
Admission: Free

MDeC is initiating a nationwide online sale called ‪#‎MYCyberSALE‬. We are now inviting all E-Tailers (e-marketplace, individual e-tailers and e-vouchers sites) to join this initiative. Take advantage of this initiative to boost your sales!  We will be conducting a briefing session at our HQ. The venue can only hold a maximum of 50 pax, therefore please contact me at prasad@mdec.com.my or +603.8315.3320 to book your place.

[Perhaps similar to Cyber Monday, According to reports, 77 percent of online retailers said that their sales increased substantially on this day. Cyber Monday has become an international marketing term used by online retailers in Canada, Chile, China, Colombia, Germany, Ireland, Japan, Portugal, and the United Kingdom. Photo: Cyber Monday 2013 @ walmart.com]

Do Something Good: Connect

June 17, 2014, 12:13 am

≫ Next: Growing The Arts, Festivals and Events Industry

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When: Thu, June 19, 8pm – 10pm, 2014
Where: Canada Place, Wisma Selangor Dredging, Jalan Ampang, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Admission: Free
Info: Tickets | Venue

At Do Something Good: Connect, we challenge you to put into practice the art of storytelling as a creative way to market your passion. With the help of our panel speakers, we explore marketing through great stories which are authentic and impactful:

• Adam Pillsbury, Senior Communications Manager, British Council
• Wu Han Ngeow, Resident Chief Designer, Mindvalley
• Karthik Karunanith, Assistant Manager, Teach for Malaysia

Growing The Arts, Festivals and Events Industry

June 17, 2014, 4:30 am

≫ Next: Malaysian International Food & Beverage Trade Fair MIFB 2014

≪ Previous: Do Something Good: Connect

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When: Thu, June 19, 3pm – 5pm, 2014
Where: The Bee, Publika, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Admission: Free
Info: Event | RSVP

Arts, Live Festival and Events Association (ALFIE) has been set up as the trade body representing companies which conceive, create, develop, manage, present and promote live events.

A protem council headed by Dato' Razlan Razali, CEO of Sepang International Circuit and Para R, CEO of PR Worldwide, will be driving the mission of this trade body until the first AGM is organised.

As a first effort to ensure we represent the industry, we are reaching out to all our friends in the industry to come together on a townhall session. Expect to hear more of the following:

• Introduction of ALIFE
• Mission and benefits
• Engagement with the industry 
• Feedback session on what ALIFE should champion as an association

Network and chillax with refreshments provided courtesy of The Bee. Share this information out with everyone as we want to ensure everyone comes together-promoters, presenters, venue owners, producers, administrators, event managers. Please RSVP to Nurul Hayani by June 18th.

Malaysian International Food & Beverage Trade Fair MIFB 2014

June 17, 2014, 10:11 pm

≫ Next: Causeway Exchange: World Literature Malaysia Focus

≪ Previous: Growing The Arts, Festivals and Events Industry

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When: Thu, June 19, 9am – Sat, June 21, 5pm, 2014
Where: Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Admission: Free [Conference: MYR 550]
Info: Event | Exhibitors | Activities | Conference

The Malaysian International Food & Beverage Trade Fair (MIFB) is a complete business platform for the F&B industry which provides a wide range of products, services, valuable insights and knowledge for businesses moving from inception phase to growth to international development. The event will feature The MIFB Conference 2014 on Food Security and Innovation.

Causeway Exchange: World Literature Malaysia Focus

June 17, 2014, 11:51 pm

≫ Next: [HK] MIT Enterprise Forum

≪ Previous: Malaysian International Food & Beverage Trade Fair MIFB 2014

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When: Fri, June 20, 7:30pm – 9pm, 2014
Where: The Arts House, The Old Parliament, Singapore
Admission: Free
Info: Event

In conjunction with Causeway Exchange arts festival, The Arts House casts the spotlight on writers from our neighbour Malaysia. Our World Lit Programme will celebrate the best of Malaysian literature and help us gain a better understanding of our neighbours through their works:

• Fri, June 20: The Kampung Boy - Lat
• Sat, June 21: Malaysia Literature - Lat, Dina Zaman, Yangsze Choo
• Sat, June 21: How to Write an Opinion Column - Dina Zaman
• Sat, June 21: Writing about Faith - Dina Zaman
• Sun, June 22: Tea with Yangsze Choo

[HK] MIT Enterprise Forum

June 18, 2014, 12:06 am

≫ Next: [HK] Fail Fridays

≪ Previous: Causeway Exchange: World Literature Malaysia Focus

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When: Fri, June 20, 3:30pm – 6:30pm, 2014
Where: CKK Auditorium, Hong Kong Science Park, Hong Kong
Admission: Free
Info: Tickets

MIT Enterprise Forum Hong Kong, in partnership with Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation, proudly present the "Distinguished Entrepreneur Series" with a panel of four speakers:

• Chuck Cheng, CEO, AppoTech, Hong Kong
• Simon Squibb, CEO, Nest Investments, Hong Kong
• Peng T. Ong, Managing Director, Monk's Hill Ventures, Singapore
• Jacob Hsu, CEO, Symbio, USA

The panel will share their view with us on the follow issues:

• Competitiveness between Singapore, USA, and Hong Kong
• What are the major components of a tech company that attract investors?
• What is the most common exit mechanism?

[HK] Fail Fridays

June 18, 2014, 1:12 am

≫ Next: MaGIC Entrepreneurs Dialogue: High Growth, Highly Scalable Startups

≪ Previous: [HK] MIT Enterprise Forum

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When: Fri, June 20, 7pm – 9pm, 2014
Where: Backstage Live Restaurant, 1/F Somptueux Central, Wellington Street Central, Hong Kong
Admission: Free
Info: Event | Ticket Updated

[After Throwback Thursdays, we now have...Fail Fridays] It's our very first Fail Fridays installation! Join us in the heart of Central LKF as Fail Fridays attempts to slowly chip away at the negative meaning that comes with failure. Chat over drinks as guest speakers share their take on failure, their celebrations, lessons and successes. Entry is Free. Food and drinks are on us.

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MaGIC Entrepreneurs Dialogue: High Growth, Highly Scalable Startups

June 18, 2014, 5:48 pm

≫ Next: Filemmakers Anonymous 22: #FAST

≪ Previous: [HK] Fail Fridays

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When: Wed, June 18, 10am – 4pm, 2014
Where: MaGIC, Cyberjaya, Malaysia
Admission: Free
Info: Event | Registration | Venue

We want to empower you, the entrepreneur, to voice the challenges you face throughout your startup lifecycle and create change by gathering new ideas. We want to see a community form around these topics as entrepreneurs start discussing and voting for ideas. We want to understand you, our customers. By knowing what the community really wants, we will be able to solve problems and steer innovation.

[You may also participate in the dialogue online by scrolling to the bottom half of the event page and providing your feedback or comments there. You can vote on a comment by first clicking on the green button on the top right of the comment, and then clicking on the thumbs-up button on the bottom left.]

Filemmakers Anonymous 22: #FAST

June 18, 2014, 9:19 pm

≫ Next: Intuit Lean StartIN

≪ Previous: MaGIC Entrepreneurs Dialogue: High Growth, Highly Scalable Startups

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When: Fri, June 20, 9:30pm – 11:00pm, 2014
Where: Blackbox, Publika, Kuala Lumpur
Admission: Free
Info: Event

In-conjunction with #FAST: The Cooler Lumpur Festival,  Filemmakers Anonymous will be having its 22nd screening.

The film list:

• The Movement: Kyoto Protocol - The story behind local band Kyoto Protocol

• Resonance - Romance between a violinist and a shop attendant

• Cabut - Two brothers on the run from Ah Longs

• The Gift - Everyone of us is a gift

• Der Schwertkampfer (The Swordsman) - Between good and evil, 
requires a choice

Intuit Lean StartIN

June 19, 2014, 9:36 am

≫ Next: TEDxWeldQuay: Artistry Unleashed

≪ Previous: Filemmakers Anonymous 22: #FAST

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When: Sat, July 5, 10am – Sun, July 6, 5pm, 2014
Where: The Hub, 113 Somerset Rd, Singapore
Admission: SGD 50
Info: Registration

Learn how to put Eric Ries'Lean Startup theory into practice, whether you're a startup or an established company. Brought to you by Intuit, the US$ 4 billion creators of QuickBooks, Quicken and TurboTax. Intuit’s Innovation Leader, Ben Blank, will lead a hands-on session where you will learn:

• Design for Delight (D4D)
• Lean Startup
• How to Fail Fast, Fail Often, and Fail Cheap

We promise you will make dramatic progress on your startup idea, and increase your chances for success. Just like startup weekends, hackathons, and other startup events, we'll provide a fun and engaging environment, plus world-class mentors.

TEDxWeldQuay: Artistry Unleashed

June 19, 2014, 8:50 pm

≫ Next: OBSCURA 2014 Festival Preview

≪ Previous: Intuit Lean StartIN

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When:  Sat, August 16, 1pm – 5pm, 2014
Where E & O Hotel, Penang, Malaysia
Admission: MYR 50 [Tentative]
Info: Event | Reservation | Venue

In line with TED’s mission of Ideas Worth Spreading, TEDxWeldQuay aspires to be a catalyst to inspire, change and cultivate the minds of the Penang community and the world beyond. Being a platform, TEDxWeldQuay looks to undertake its mission by showcasing undiscovered treasures and talents from the local and international scene. At the same time, we hope to showcase Penang, the Pearl of the Orient, to the rest of the world through TEDxWeldQuay. Speakers announced thus far:

• Daniel C, Singer-Songwriter
• KG Krishnan. Photographer
• Venus Khor, Founder, Rising One Media
• Jason Godfrey, TV Host
• Matt Brandon, Founder, On Field Media Project
• Davina Goh, Actress, Director

Nominate or apply to be a speaker here. This event is part of the George Town Festival which will be held over the month of August in Penang.

Indigo: The Blue that Binds. Part of George Town Festival 2014

OBSCURA 2014 Festival Preview

June 20, 2014, 6:56 am

≫ Next: Moving #FAST In The Digital Era

≪ Previous: TEDxWeldQuay: Artistry Unleashed

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When: Sun, June 29, 8pm – 10pm, 2014
Where: Balai Pudu, 3 Jalan Sin Chew Kee, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Admission: Free
 Info: Event | Venue

Join in on a night of photography through the amazing works by the photographers of the OBSCURA Workshops 2013 class. Featuring works by Roxy Reiss, Khairil Safwan, Tarrant Kwok, Suzanne Lee Das, Mitsu Maeda, Hanif Maidin, Irvin Tan, Michelle Low, Ailsa Bowyer and Julie McGuire. And be the first to find out what's in store for OBSCURA Festival of Photography 2014 which will be held in August in Penang, Malaysia.

OBSCURA is a premier photography festival that celebrates photography from Asia and around the globe. Each year, the festival hosts a series of exhibitions, talks, workshops, professional portfolio reviews and slide shows. The festival also organises fringe events, including youth photography programmes with its festival partners.