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AMTD Group Inc., AMTD IDEA Group (NYSE: AMTD; SGX: HKB), AMTD Digital Inc. (NYSE: HKD), and World Media and Entertainment Group (WME) are jointly presenting their new movie 'The Last Dance' as the opening film of the Hong Kong Asian Film Festival 2024. The movie, directed by Anselm Chan Mou Yin and starring top Hong Kong actors, explores themes of the city's funeral industry and life and death issues.

AMTD serves as a Production Company alongside Alibaba Pictures and Emperor Motion Pictures. The film has been selected for multiple international film festivals and is scheduled for release in Hong Kong on November 14th, followed by mainland China and global releases early next year. This venture showcases AMTD's expansion into the entertainment industry, potentially diversifying its business portfolio.

AMTD IDEA Group, AMTD Digital, and L'Officiel Group announce the launch of L'Officiel Japan, marking the French fashion media group's entry into the Japanese luxury market. This expansion is in collaboration with Asahi Shimbun Publications Inc., a subsidiary of one of Japan's largest newspaper companies.

The launch includes both digital and print versions, with content shared across various social media platforms. L'Officiel Japan's editorial team features top industry talents, including Takafumi Kawasaki as Editor-in-Chief, Giampietro Baudo as Editorial Director, and Ian Lee as Deputy Editorial Director.

This milestone follows L'Officiel's acquisition by AMTD Group in early 2022, adding to its coverage of over 30 countries globally. The move is part of L'Officiel's global expansion and business model transformation strategy under AMTD Group's media and culture landscape.

AMTD IDEA Group, AMTD Digital, and L'Officiel Group have launched L'Officiel Japan, marking the French fashion media group's entry into the Japanese luxury market. This launch, featuring both digital and print versions, is a collaboration with Asahi Shimbun Publications. L'Officiel Japan's editorial team includes Takafumi Kawasaki as Editor-in-Chief, Giampietro Baudo as Editorial Director, and Ian Lee as Deputy Editorial Director.

The launch represents a significant milestone in L'Officiel's global expansion strategy, following its acquisition by AMTD Group in early 2022. Content will be available through physical issues and various digital platforms, including Instagram, Threads, Facebook, and X. This expansion adds to L'Officiel's existing coverage in over 30 countries worldwide.

AMTD Digital Inc. (NYSE: HKD) has successfully filed a transition report on Form 20-F for the six-month period from May 1, 2023, to October 31, 2023. This filing was necessitated by a change in the company's fiscal year end, approved by the board of directors on April 30, 2024. The change aligns with the global expansion of AMTD Group Inc., the Controlling Shareholder, and its need to harmonize fiscal calendars across subsidiaries.

The transition report, containing unaudited consolidated financial statements, is now accessible on the SEC's website and AMTD Digital's investor relations portal. This move reflects the company's commitment to transparency and compliance with regulatory requirements as it adapts to its evolving corporate structure.

AMTD Digital Inc. (NYSE: HKD) has announced the appointment of Assentsure PAC as its new independent registered public accounting firm. This change is part of the company's auditor rotation policy and aligns with international best practices on auditor independence. The decision was initiated, supervised, and approved by the company's audit committee, following dismissal and appointment criteria governed by the committee. This move demonstrates AMTD Digital's commitment to maintaining transparency and adhering to high standards of corporate governance.

AMTD Digital has announced that its Board Chairman, Prof. Timothy Tong, received the Silver Bauhinia Star from the Hong Kong SAR Government on July 1, 2024. This accolade follows recent honors granted to other AMTD leaders, including Dr. Calvin Choi and Prof. Feridun Hamdullahpur. The Silver Bauhinia Star is awarded for significant contributions to public affairs or voluntary work. This recognition underscores the leadership and influence of AMTD Digital's executives in their respective fields.

AMTD Group, alongside AMTD IDEA Group and AMTD Digital, welcomes Futu Holdings as a new shareholder in Airstar Bank. Airstar Bank, a joint venture between AMTD and Xiaomi, aims to enhance its digital banking services through Futu's investment in its parent company, Gravitation Fintech HK Futu's capital injection seeks to drive Airstar Bank’s growth, foster FinTech innovation, and promote financial inclusion in Hong Kong.

AMTD Group, along with its subsidiaries AMTD IDEA Group and AMTD Digital, jointly announced that Airstar Bank, a Hong Kong virtual bank co-established with Xiaomi , has introduced Futu Holdings as a new shareholder. This investment is aimed at fostering business growth and diversification within Airstar Bank and promoting FinTech innovation and financial inclusion in Hong Kong. Airstar Bank's mission is to provide accessible and flexible digital banking services, aligning with Futu's philosophy of technological innovation in financial services.

AMTD Digital Inc. announced a change in its fiscal year end from April 30 to October 31, aligning it with the fiscal year end of its controlling shareholder, AMTD Group Inc. The change is effective immediately.