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Email: lerenetalks@gmail.com

Phone/Whatsapp: +65 8949 1676

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Smart Nation 2.0 Launch @ Punggol Digital District

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The Smart Nation 2.0 Launch Event, organised by the Ministry of Digital Development and Information (MDDI) celebrated a decade of work as a smart nation, and unveiled new initiatives and routes that will bring the nation into the next bound.

The event, graced by:

Prime Minister& Minister for Finance, Mr Lawrence Wong

Senior Minister Lee Hsien Loong

Senior Minister Teo Chee Hean

Minister Josephine Teo

also welcomed partners such as IMDA, JTC, SIT and was attended by members of the community - including Smart Nation Ambassadors, Build-for-Good Developers and Students from SST and SIT - all of whom played a pivotal in shaping the nation's digital identity.

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SecuronixSPARK 24 Conference @ Raffles Hotel 

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Securonix SPARK 💥 2024 Conference

SPARK2024 - is Securonix's first conference in Singapore. It gathered industry experts & leaders, as well as IT and cybersecurity professionals to explore the new era of CyberOps.

Joined by with the Securonix Management Team, and through challenges such as the Capture-the-Flag (CTF) Challenge - drove new prospects and perspectives, and inspired ideas and innovations.

Link to Event Post: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/securonix_cybersecurity-singapore-genai-activity-7221928910505062400-WaCS?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop

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Celebrating CPR's 12th Anniversary + Next Stage of Research for Pharmaceuticals

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Chugai Pharmabody Research (CPR) Anniversary Dinner & Dance 

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Chugai Pharmabody Research (CPR) Anniversary Dinner & Dance 

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Chugai Pharmabody Research's (CPR) 12th Anniversary Dinner and Dance is a celebration of a another year of pioneering pharmaceutical research and development. This event celebrated another year of hard work, as well as the next phase of drug development for CPR.

The evening, held at Sofitel City Centre, was joined by CEO of CPR, Shimada-san, and welcomed new Japanese scientists to the Singapore team. 🇸🇬

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e2i x Jalan Besar Job Connect 2.0 Launch

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e2i x Jalan Besar Job Connect 2.0 Launch

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Jobs Connect 2.0 is an initiative by e2i x Jalan Besar GRC to provide a one-stop service for job seekers who are seeking a mid-career transition and to receive career and skills guidance.

This event welcomed partners such as: SkillsfutureSG, NTUC e2i and opened 700 job vacancies from over 11 employers, who were also carrying out on-site interviews.

The event was attended by:

Ms Josephine Teo, Minister for Digital Development and Information and Second Minister for Home Affairs

Mr Heng Chee How, Senior Minister of State, Ministry of Defence

Ms Denise Phua, Mayor of Central Singapore CDC

Dr Wan Rizal, Adviser to Jalan Besar GRC GROs (Kolam Ayer)

Link to Event Article (By Ms Denise Phua): https://www.denisephua.sg/content/2024/7/8/jobsconnect-jalan-besar-grc

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The grand opening of the OMODA-JAECOO showroom was launched alongisde the anticipated E5.

The new space marks the the brand's return to the automobile space, and is designed to embody youthfulness with a futuristic touch.

The event welcomed the brand's SG and China management team, as well as various press & media friends including: SGCarMart, AutoApp amongst many others.

Link to event video: https://www.instagram.com/p/C7vTEg0utmL/

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CyberSG Talent, Innovation & Growth (TIG) Collaboration Centre Opening

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CyberSG Talent, Innovation & Growth (TIG) Collaboration Centre Opening

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The CyberSG Talent, Innovation and Growth (TIG) Collaboration Centre, an initiative by the Cyber Security Agency of Singapore (CSA) and National University of Singapore (NUS) have been launched.

Positioned to be a global cyber-security innovation hub, the TIG CC will undertake efforts to develop the cybersecurity ecosystem and workforce in Singapore through various programmes and initiatives aimed at supporting both individuals and corporations. Two MOUs with partners - SGInnovate and Plexal was also signed on the same day.

The event was attended by:

Dr Janil Putecheary, Senior Minister of State, Ministry of Digital Development & Information

Professor Tan Eng Chye, President, National University of Singapore (NUS)

Mr David Koh, Chief Executive, Cyber Security Agency of Singapore (CSA)

Mr Brian Koh, Director, NUS Enterprise

Link to Article:

https://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/non-cyber-professionals-get-foundational-training-in-cybersecurity-at-new-centre

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Dentsply Sirona's New Office @ Guoco Tower 

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Dentsply Sirona celebrated the grand opening of their new office at the tallest building in Singapore - Guoco Tower.

As the world’s largest manufacturer of professional dental products and technologies, the new office is designed as a multi-functional and innovative work space where professionals can come together to collaboratively provide better, safer, and faster dental care.

Link to Launch Video:

https://www.facebook.com/dentsplysirona.sg/videos/819631703566222/

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With NUH Snr Radiographer Harris Abdul during an interactive presentation

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Singapore Society of Radiographers (SSR) 7th Annual Scientific Meeting

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Singapore Society of Radiographers (SSR) 7th Annual Scientific Meeting

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The 7th Annual Scientific Meeting by the SSR: "Towards a Sustainable Future for Radiology: Service, Manpower, and Technology” - focused on exploring the evolving landscape in radiology practice in Singapore.

Joined by industry professionals including both radiographers and radiation therapists, the event focused on current and future trends in the radiology sector. The discussions revolved around opportunities for innovation, and challenges to anticipate to ensure radiology services remain sustainable and effective in meeting the needs of patients.

The event was graced by:

A/Prof Tan Cher Heng, Executive Director of Centre for Healthcare Innovation (CHI)

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CBExchange APAC 2024 is the leading conference on competency-based learning co-hosted by the Competency-Based Education Network (C-BEN) and the Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT) in the USA. Through a series of events such as workshops, talks and a 2 day conference; CBExchange APAC 2024 brought together over 500 educators to exchange best practices and the latest advancements in competency-based education.

This event was graced by:

Mr Tan Kok Yam, CEO of SkillsfutureSG;

and keynote speakers such as:

Dr George Siemens, Chief Scientist at Southern New Hampshire University,

Dr. Rebecca Jones, Professor of Coaching and Behaviour Change Henley, Business School, University of Reading

Prof. Ir. Dr. Khairul Salleh Mohamed Sahari
Deputy Chief Executive Officer (Quality Assurance), Malaysian Qualifications Agency

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With Veteran Getai Star, Liu Ling Ling 刘玲玲 and conductor Dedric Wong 黄德励

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Asian Cultural Symphony Orchestra: Harmonies of Spring 

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Asian Cultural Symphony Orchestra: Harmonies of Spring 

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"Reunion: Harmonies of Spring:" is a concert presented by the Asian Cultural Symphony Orchestra (ACSO) in spirit of the CNY festivities. The concert featured the appearance of veteran getai star: Liu Ling Ling 刘玲玲 and SCO Concert Master: Li Baoshun in an evening of familiar tunes and singalongs such as 周华健组曲, 春风吻上我的脸, 881 Medley, and many more.

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An interactive segment with the children at the full house concert with ACSO

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Asian Cultural Symphony Orchestra (ACSO): Harmonies Across Generations 🎼 🪕

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Asian Cultural Symphony Orchestra (ACSO): Harmonies Across Generations 🎼 🪕

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"Harmonies Across Generations: A Musical Journey Through Time" is a concert presented by the Asian Cultural Symphony Orchestra (ACSO) in collaboration with Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre (SCCC) and Singapore Chinese Orchestra (SCO). Part of the "Mid-Autumn Family FUN" series, the orchestra presented a repertoire of nostalgic oldies and nurseries with the melodies that resonates across generations.

"合家同乐“是由新加坡华族文化中心，新加坡华乐团，以及亚洲文化乐团 联合为“月满市区合家FUN"举办的活动之一。以西方交响乐以及华乐的方式，给观众带来一首首耳熟能详的儿歌以及金曲。

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"Preparing an AI-driven workforce" Panel Discussion

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"Preparing an AI-driven workforce" Panel Discussion

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The "Preparing an AI-driven Workforce" panel discussion surrounds the exciting frontier of AI-in-work.

We welcomed panelists:

Pek Zhi Xuan, Senior Cloud Solution Architect and AI Pillar Lead (APAC) of Microsoft

Vanessa Wilfred, Assistant Director (AI Governance), Infocomm Media Development Authority of Singapore (IMDA)

Lee Gang, Founder and CEO of ELGO Technologies

along with moderator:

Dr Kwong Yuk Wah, Vice President (Digital Transformation) and Chief Digital Officer, SIT

in an exciting discussion exploring topics such as: The Role of AI, The integration of AI in work, and the future of an AI-driven workforce.

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The brand-new Lexus LBX launched at the Singapore Motorshow 2024

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SG Motorshow 2024 is the 16th edition of automotive expo organised by the Motor Traders Association of Singapore. A one-stop expo for motoring enthusiasts and industry professionals alike, this year's edition showcased EV and concept cars across 22 international automotive brands.

This year's event featured 25 new vehicle launches - With Lexus' launch of the brand new LBX, the first COE Category A model being one of them. Suzuki's exclusive exhibition piece - the Jimny5, has also garnered much attention from the public.

The event was held across 11th - 14th January 2024 at Suntec Singapore Convention & Exhibition Centre.

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The Global Additive Manufacturing (AM) Summit returned for its 12th edition as part of the AM Week - a week-long series of AM activities, featuring start-ups pitching session, workshops, lab-tours, a design exhibition and more.

Themed "Enabling Sustainability and Supply Chain Resilience with Additive Manufacturing", the summit brought together international AM experts and industry leaders to exchange insights in a series of curated talks and panel discussions on the topics of: Cellular Agriculture, Sustainable Urban Solutions, Renewables and Environment and how we might achieve decarbonisation and supply chain resilience through additive manufacturing.

The event was attended by Guest-of-Honour:

Mr Alvin Tan, Minister of State, Ministry of Culture, Community and Youth & Ministry of Trade and Industry

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With co-host, Colorectal surgeon and long time Alumni member Dr Lai Jiunn-Herng 

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Medical Alumni Association (MAA) 100th Year Dinner

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Medical Alumni Association (MAA) 100th Year Dinner

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The Medical Alumni Association (MAA) celebrated their 100th year anniversary at Shangri-La Hotel on 18th December 2023. Formerly known as the Alumni Association of the King Edward VII College of Medicine and the Faculties of Medicine, Universities of Malaya and Singapore, the association consists of the North, Central and South branch and has membership from Singapore and Malaysia.

The centennial celebration was graced by Minister for Health, Mr Ong Ye Kung and medical practitioners from all walks including doctors, dentists, pharmacists, nurses and allied health professionals for a night of celebration. The highlight of the night was the auction of 3 paintings by Cultural-medallion recipient - Mr Ong Kim Seng which fetched $1 MILLION in donations for the Cetennial Celebration Fund towards helping deserving undergraduates pursuing education in the healthcare sector @ the National University of Singapore (NUS).

Read More At: https://news.nus.edu.sg/celebrating-100-years-of-singapores-healthcare-community/

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SIT's 10th Year Anniversary Gala Dinner with the now PM, Mr Lawrence Wong 

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The Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT) celebrated its 10th Anniversary , commemorating a decade of SIT’s growth and contributions to Singapore's higher education landscape.

The event welcomed 350 partners & guests, including:

Mr Lawrence Wong, Prime Minister of Singapore

Mr Chan Chun Sing, Minister for Education

Dr Ng Eng Hen, Minister for Defence

Mr Ong Ye Kung, Minister for Health

along with current and former members of SIT’s Board of Trustees, current and former Senior Management of SIT, Industry Advisory Committee Chairpersons, industry and community partners, and donors.

Event article: https://www.singaporetech.edu.sg/news/decade-impact-sit-celebrates-10-years-transforming

Event Video:

https://www.facebook.com/SingaporeTech/videos/its-been-two-weeks-but-were-still-feeling-the-buzz-about-our-10th-anniversary-ga/265495776623862/

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World Radiography Day (WRD) was celebrated on 8th November by the Singapore Society of Radiographers (SSR) and radiotherapist in conjunction with the Leading the Way in Radiography Advanced Practice (LTWRAP) conference. 🎉

The gala dinner gathered radiographers and radiation therapists from all around the world - UK, Ireland, UAE, Australia, Hong Kong and Singapore in the spirit of advancing practice and international collaboration 🩻

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160th Fore Coffee Store @ Bugis Junction, Singapore

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Fore Coffee, a well-loved Indonesian coffee brand, opened their 160th store at Bugis Junction, Singapore. The store is also their 1st international venture and seeks to bring an authentic Indonesian coffee experience to Singapore.

The event was attended by:

Mr Sandiaga Uno, Minister of Tourism & Creative Economy (Indonesia)

Mr Suryopratomo, Ambassador of Indonesia to Singapore

Ms Cinta Laura Kiehl, Indonesian Actress/Singer

Opening of ForeCoffee (Video):

https://www.instagram.com/reel/CzbBAICPBRO/?__d=1

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In commemoration of our nation’s 58th birthday, Novo Winds, in collaboration with students from Bendemeer Secondary School, Bedok South Secondary School, CHIJ St Theresa’s Convent, Peirce Secondary School, St Anthony’s Canossian Secondary School and Tampines Secondary School, presented P.S. I Love Singapore with a delightful array of local favourite tunes that have contributed to the vibrant tapestry of Singapore’s music and culture, including renowned melodies like Dick Lee’s Bunga Sayang, S. Jesudassan's Munnaeru Vaalibaa and《如燕》

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Mapletree Innovation & Entrepreneurship Forum 📈

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Mapletree Innovation & Entrepreneurship Forum 📈

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Mapletree Challenge 2023 is a hallmark student-led business contest that encourages students to come up with innovative solutions on pressing problems. Along with the contest, there are a series of knowledge sharing sessions such as the masterclass and the forum with a series of knowledge sharing sessions such as masterclasses, where seasoned entrepreneurs are invited to share their insights.

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The Singapore leg of the biennial "Steinway Youth Piano Competition (SYPC)" is a prestigious contest aims to identify, encourage and promote young pianists in the formative stages of their careers from Singapore.
2022's run was in a hybrid format where the competition was streamed online over 2 days for the amateur and professional class (18th - 19th June 2022),while contestants, judges and coaches are onsite in the new Steinway Production Studio.

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Startup Innovation Forum (SIF) is the leading additive manufacturing (AM) and sustainability startup pitching event in the APAC region. In its 4th edition, SIF 2023 gathered industry leaders, start-ups and investors to explore the future of the start-up ecosystem in Singapore, as well as discover emerging cutting-edge innovations and applications with AM technologies.

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NTU Welfare Service Club (WSC) Annual Appreciation Dinner  🍽

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NTU Welfare Service Club (WSC) Annual Appreciation Dinner  🍽

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The annual year-end appreciation dinner for Welfare Service Club (WSC) of the Nanyang Technological University (NTU). A non-academic constituent club in NTU, it provides an umbrella of voluntary activities and social work to all students. With a current strength of over 1000 members and 9 Regular Service Projects (RSPs) and 6 special projects.

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Dollar Shape Club is a health and beauty supplements company established in 2016. They launched their new wellness product that aims to boost energy and vitality. The product launch was joined by local and international influencers such as: Titus Low, Maxi Lim, Ms Puiyi, Jade Rasif amongst others

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Applied Learning Conference (ALC) is the keynote event for educational institutions on competency-based education and applied learning in Singapore.

Graced by Minister for Education, Mr Chan Chun Sing - the annual event also gathered educators, researchers and industry experts to discuss the new paradigm of advancing Applied Learning and Competency Development in the Digital Age.

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Executive knowledge-sharing sessions with C-suite clients in the form of roundtable discussions. These in-person, or virtual events provide an intimate and confidential setting for KOL and decision-makers to discuss pressing topics that affect them and their business.

As their master of ceremonies, I facilitate the interaction between participants of the roundtable and liaise with different stakeholders to ensure a hiccup-free and smooth execution of the sessions.

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The 17th edition of the Cyber Security Summit is an invitation-only in- person event exclusively for cybersecurity leaders in Singapore. This event was supported by ISACA-Singapore, Centre for Strategic Cyberspace and International Studies and Global Resilience Foundation and hosted 150+ IT security leaders in a series of knowledge sharing parts including: Speakers' Presentation, Panel Discussion, Fireside Chat

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MOU Signing Ceremony between SIT and:
Industrial partners and Academic Institutions including:

NCS

Singtel

Singapore Computer Society

Nanyang Polytechnic

Singapore Polytechnic

Temasek Polytechnic

to launch the Competency based Stackable Micro-credential pathway.

The event was graced by:

Mr Chan Chun Sing, Minister for Education (GOH)

Event Article:

https://www.singaporetech.edu.sg/news/sit-launches-singapores-first-competency-based-stackable-micro-credential-pathway

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(From left to right) Tainan Mayor - Mr Huang Wei-Che, Emcee Lerene, Director of Lee Lai Jiak - Ms Fiona , Ambassador of Taiwan in Singapore - Mr Tong Cheng-Yuan

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臺南市首選農產品試吃推廣活動 🥢

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臺南市首選農產品試吃推廣活動 🥢

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「臺南農特產品試吃推廣活動」於09/09 在新加坡中峇魯廣場的李來呷台灣餐廳主辦。此次活動邀請到了: 駐新加坡台北代表處 -童振源大使，臺南市長 - 黃偉哲，以及新加坡直播天王「賣魚哥」- 王雷等均出席，肯定臺南農產的多元化與美味。

推廣會試吃現場各家提供了各式臺南獨特風味農漁產品，吸引現場的民眾現場大排長龍來一品道地的台南美食。

The "Tainan Agricultural Specialty Tasting Promotion Event" was held on September 9th at "Li Lai Jia" Restaurant at Tiong Bahru Plaza.

At the promotional event, various stalls showcased unique agricultural and fishery products from Tainan, attracting a long queue of locals eager to taste authentic Tainan cuisine.

The event was attended by

Mr Tong Zhenyuan, Ambassador of Taiwan to Singapore

Mr Huang Weizhe, Tainan Mayor , and Singapore's live

Mr Wang Lei, Veteran Singaporean Actor/Comedian

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The first ever rave for Singapore Institute of Technology's (SIT) first year experience, held @ Singapore's largest underground nightclub - Drip!

This event marks the end of the week-long induction or first year experience at SIT, gathering almost 400 freshmen and seniors in a night of exciting games, upbeat tunes and collective celebration. The Y2K themed night also held a paegant and the crowd saw to the first crowning of the best dressed first year 👗👔🕶!

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The world's first ever cube themed cubing competition was held on a 4D3N trip to Phuket, Thailand on Genting Dream Cruise. With over 80 participants from 8 different countries aged 5 to 40, new world records were made with 9 year old Wang Yi Heng beating his/the world’s best average time for solving a 3x3 cube with a timing of 4.48s and along with setting 20 new records in the Singapore Book of Records.