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Meta, Omnichat, and KINTO: A Winning Partnership for WhatsApp Commerce

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SINGAPORE, Oct. 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Omnichat, a leading chat commerce platform, recently hosted an informative Leadership Forum titled “Chat to Checkout: Boosting Sales & Loyalty with WhatsApp.” Industry leaders from Meta, the social media giant, and KINTO, Toyota’s forward-thinking mobility service provider, discussed the transformative power of conversational commerce and its potential to elevate brand visibility in competitive landscapes.

Omnichat, a Meta WhatsApp Business Solution Provider, highlighted the unique features of its WhatsApp commerce solution that can revolutionise business operations. By leveraging Messenger and WhatsApp, businesses can enhance customer funnels, streamline store management, and boost sales. Omnichat’s solution transforms customer journeys, from initial inquiries to order fulfilment, creating a seamless and engaging experience.

Alan Chan, CEO and Founder of Omnichat, said, “KINTO’s experience exemplifies the transformative power of the WhatsApp Business Platform. By leveraging Omnichat’s platform, KINTO has streamlined customer interactions, reduced costs, and improved customer retention. This success story highlights the immense potential of the WhatsApp Business Platform for businesses across the region.”

According to Business Messaging Usage Research, at least one in three APAC consumers chats with a business once a week. This indicates the next era of customer engagement, where consumers expect to communicate with brands using their favourite messaging apps.

Vicky Yiu, APAC Strategic Partnership Manager of META, said, “A recent study revealed that 50% of APAC customers prioritise customer experience over other factors. Businesses across the SEA region are increasingly adopting business messaging platforms like WhatsApp to engage customers in meaningful conversations. This shift is not just about communication; it’s about creating a customer-centric business model that leverages the immediacy and intimacy of messaging to drive engagement and loyalty.”

“Meta’s Business Messaging tools have enabled business owners to seamlessly distribute offers and exclusive promotions, enhancing conversion rates and strengthening customer relationships. This approach supports direct engagement and amplifies the overall customer experience, making it a valuable component of any modern tech stack.”

Recognising the immense potential of conversational commerce, KINTO seamlessly integrated Omnichat’s WhatsApp commerce solution. This implementation allows KINTO to cater to all customer needs and deliver exceptional customer experiences.

Omnichat’s “Chat to order” functionality revolutionised the car rental booking process for KINTO customers. By seamlessly enabling customers to place orders and specify their preferences directly through WhatsApp, KINTO streamlined operations and reduced the burden on its customer service team. This frictionless booking experience not only enhanced customer satisfaction but also contributed to increased sales and revenue.

Omnichat’s marketing features proved to be a goldmine for KINTO’s customer data. KINTO gained invaluable insights into customer preferences, behaviours, and demographics by meticulously capturing and analysing customer information. This data-driven approach enabled KINTO to develop highly targeted marketing campaigns that resonated with specific customer segments. As a result, the company experienced a significant increase in conversion rates and overall return on investment.

Evert Ong, KINTO’s Chief Operating Officer, shared, “When KINTO launched the daily rental service, we realised we needed a more effective way to engage with our customers. By leveraging WhatsApp, we explored various capabilities for engagement and productivity improvement. Our response time to inquiries has improved significantly, leading to better customer retention.”

“The Omnichat team has been exceptionally supportive throughout this process. From pre-sales to implementation and ongoing enhancements, they have consistently demonstrated a deep understanding of our business and have responded promptly,”

Omnichat is unwavering in its commitment to unlocking the full potential of conversational commerce for businesses. It does so through its comprehensive chat commerce solutions across WhatsApp Business Platform, Facebook Messenger, and Instagram, providing businesses with the tools they need to succeed in the digital age.

About KINTO

KINTO, powered by Toyota Financial Services Singapore, redefines car rentals with a focus on convenience and customer satisfaction. KINTO offers a delightful car rental experience that sets new quality standards. More than just car rentals, KINTO prioritises its customers. Learn more at https://one.kinto-sg.com/ and discover a hassle-free way to get behind the wheel.

About Omnichat

Omnichat is a highly regarded chat commerce integration platform that operates in the Asia-Pacific region. It has established itself as a leader in facilitating conversational commerce. With a trusted user base of over 5,000 companies, Omnichat enables businesses to engage with customers seamlessly through various communication channels. Its primary focus is to drive sales and foster stronger relationships between companies and their customers. Learn more at: https://www.omnichat.ai/sg.

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eSign.AI Named Sole Electronic Signature Technology Provider for Hong Kong Government’s CorpID Project, Building the Foundation for Digital Signing Infrastructure in Hong Kong

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HONG KONG, May 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — As Hong Kong’s Digital Corporate Identity Platform (CorpID) counts down to its phased launch, eSign.AI has been appointed as the sole electronic signature vendor in the project, responsible for delivering core digital signing capabilities including digital signatures, certificate management, and signature verification services. CorpID is led by Nexify, a seasoned government systems integrator, as the prime contractor. The platform is expected to launch in phases starting late 2026, with multiple CorpID-based e-government services going live in mid-2027.

CorpID: Government-Grade Digital Identity Infrastructure for Hong Kong Enterprises

The Digital Corporate Identity Platform (CorpID) is an enterprise-level digital services platform launched by the Hong Kong SAR Government, developed under the oversight of the Digital Policy Office (DPO). It is designed to serve as the business equivalent of “iAM Smart,” providing a unified digital identity foundation for Hong Kong enterprises. CorpID’s core mission is to build an integrated digital government infrastructure — offering unified identity authentication, digital signing, form pre-filling, and e-licence storage — replacing paper-heavy, cumbersome traditional processes and enabling smart city development through seamless data connectivity.

The platform is open to companies incorporated under the Companies Ordinance (Cap. 622) and businesses registered under the Business Registration Ordinance (Cap. 310), including sole proprietorships and partnerships. The DPO requires all enterprise-related e-government services to support CorpID within 18 months of launch, and will continue expanding ecosystem coverage through sandbox initiatives, cross-industry identity standard interoperability, and fully online registration processes.

eSign.AI: The Digital Signing Engine Behind CorpID

eSign.AI is an AI-native electronic signature and contract automation platform built for enterprises worldwide, offering a complete signing framework from simple electronic signatures to the highest-level compliant digital signatures — meeting diverse regulatory requirements across industries and jurisdictions.

On the identity verification front, eSign.AI has completed integration with iAM Smart, enabling individual identity verification through Hong Kong’s citizen digital identity system, and providing legally valid digital certificate services for both enterprises and individuals.

Looking ahead, the eSign.AI SaaS platform will be deeply integrated with CorpID, providing enterprise and individual identity verification for Hong Kong businesses, and supporting both electronic and digital signing that complies with Hong Kong’s Electronic Transactions Ordinance — connecting the full digital contracting lifecycle for government and enterprise alike.

Getting Ahead of the AI Era: From eSignGlobal to eSign.AI

The electronic signature industry is undergoing a structural shift from “tooling” to “intelligence.” Market data underscores this acceleration: the AI-powered contract analysis tools market has grown from USD 3.32 billion in 2025 to USD 4.3 billion in 2026, at a CAGR of 29.6%. Signing is just one node in the contract lifecycle — document generation, workflow orchestration, compliance tracking, and post-execution management are all being transformed by AI, and the industry window is closing fast.

In April 2026, the company officially rebranded from eSignGlobal to eSign.AI, completing its strategic transformation from an e-signature tool provider to an AI-native contract automation platform. As the company’s spokesperson noted, this rebrand is not cosmetic — it is an acknowledgment of where the product actually is. Customers were already using eSign.AI to automate workflows that go far beyond the signature itself.

eSign Automation Skill was launched alongside the rebrand — an AI-powered signing automation framework for enterprise workflows that enables complete contract signing through natural language interaction, with no manual intervention required. Whether it is single-party approval, multi-party sequential signing, or large-scale parallel execution, an AI Agent can orchestrate the entire workflow in a single call. All signature initiations and status queries return structured JSON outputs, directly parseable by leading large language models and intelligent workflow systems.

eSign Automation is now available in the OpenClaw ecosystem and supports integration via Claude MCP, ChatGPT, and other leading AI platforms.

By combining AI automation capabilities with CorpID’s government-grade digital identity infrastructure, eSign.AI delivers a complete solution for Hong Kong enterprises — from identity verification to intelligent signing to full workflow automation.

About eSign.AI

eSign.AI (formerly eSignGlobal) is an AI-native electronic signature and contract automation platform built for enterprises worldwide. The platform serves over 100 countries and regions, covering core industries including financial services, manufacturing, real estate, human resources, and healthcare — with 1,500+ scenario applications and 3,000+ ecosystem partners. eSign.AI holds ISO 27001, ISO 27701, and ISO 27018 certifications and supports major regulatory frameworks including the U.S. ESIGN Act / UETA, EU eIDAS, HIPAA, GDPR, and 21 CFR Part 11. Infrastructure is anchored by independent data centers in Hong Kong, Singapore, and Frankfurt, Germany.

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The 9th AskGamblers Awards Finalists Announced as Voting Starts

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The highly anticipated 9th AskGamblers Awards has officially moved into the voting phase. Following a rigorous selection process, the finalists across 5 premier categories have been revealed: Best Casino, Best New Casino, Best New Slot, Best Sportsbook, Best Provider. Players are invited to cast their votes until 11 June.

BELGRADE, Serbia, May 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The voting stage of the 9th annual AskGamblers Awards has officially begun. The list of finalists is announced, and the first votes are already coming in. 

Players will have a chance to vote for their favourites until 11 June, when the winners will be announced at the gala ceremony in Belgrade. There’s a total of 5 categories where popular votes are taken into consideration:

Best CasinoBest New CasinoBest SportsbookBest New SlotBest Game Provider

There aren’t any big changes to the voting process compared to last year. The votes from the prominent members of AskGamblers Forum will be counted in as well, while some award winners will be announced directly by the AskGamblers teams. 

These include: Best Crypto Casino, Best Partner, and Best Manager categories, while the AskGamblers Superstar Award is expected to be handed to the operator that illustrates the brand values best.

Dijana Radunović, General Manager at AskGamblers, is excited for voting to start: “We’re seeing some familiar contestants, but there are a lot of new names, so it will be exciting to see who comes up on top.”

“We invite players to vote for their favourites! This is a chance for you to speak your mind and support operators and games that shape this industry,” Radunović added.

Before the AskGamblers Awards Ceremony that takes place on 11 June, Charity Night is scheduled for 10 June.

About AskGamblers

AskGamblers.com strives to provide current, objective, and accurate information and guide its users towards a safe gaming experience. The way we deliver our services, from the online casino, sportsbook, slot, and bonus reviews to our trusted Complaint Service, is best described by our motto: ‘Get the truth. Then play.’

For more information about AskGamblers and AskGamblers Awards, please contact dijana.radunovic@g2m.com.

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SUNMI Wins 2026 Red Dot Design Awards with Five Products, Leading Global Commercial Industrial Design

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SINGAPORE, May 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The winners of the 2026 German Red Dot Design Award were officially announced. Five of SUNMI Technology’s flagship products won awards: the CPad Business Tablet, CPad PAY, FLEX 3 Interactive Display, the V3 handheld POS Terminal and L3 Industrial PDA. These products stood out with three core design concepts: integration, versatility and human-centricity.

Known as “The Oscars” of global industrial design, the Red Dot Award has strict evaluation criteria covering aesthetics, ergonomics, scenario adaptability and sustainability. SUNMI adheres to original commercial scenario customization, rejecting crudely modified consumer devices. All winning products are originally developed for real commercial scenarios such as cash register, food delivery, industrial inspection and store operations, covering the entire commercial track with high scenario adaptability. Meanwhile, it practices ESG concepts, adopting eco-friendly materials and modular structures to extend equipment service life, reduce consumable consumption, and implement low-carbon and long-term design, which perfectly meets the Red Dot’s sustainability evaluation criteria.

Simplify Complexity: With highly integrated design, SUNMI eliminates the “patchwork feeling” of cluttered devices and tangled cables in traditional commercial scenarios, streamlining store operations and saving space.All-in-One Versatility: Beyond a single tool function, SUNMI’s products achieve flexible transformation through modular and multi-form designs to proactively adapt to changing business needs. The CPad series with modular accessories and FLEX 3’s Lego-style modular design enable multi-scenario application and long-term reuse.Human-Centric Design: Every detail is human-oriented, focusing on real pain points to enhance scenario experience. The L3 Industrial PDA reduces high-frequency work fatigue through scientific weight distribution; the V3 Smart POS Terminal balances large-screen visibility and grip comfort; CPad PAY integrates full-link functions to simplify workflows.

These honors stem from SUNMI’s long-term commitment to a sustainable society, original commercial R&D and ESG. In the future, SUNMI will uphold its core concepts, expand the boundaries of commercial industrial design, and empower global businesses with user-oriented, eco-friendly and high-value products.

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