Maria Socorro 🚀

@tim_cook this is why it’s important for teams to have diverse viewpoints. Silicon Valley ≠ world 🌎

Meet the new iPad Pro: the thinnest product we’ve ever created, the most advanced display we’ve ever produced, with the incredible power of the M4 chip. Just imagine all the things it’ll be used to create.

@LoriShemek my father was diagnosed with stage IV lung cancer in 2018. he underwent chemo + radiotherapy initially but switched to immunotherapy shortly after – it’s been 6 years and his cancer didn’t spread; tumour size decreased slightly 🙌 (based in Singapore)

100% Cancer Remission: Groundbreaking Study A groundbreaking study has achieved a 100% cancer remission rate in all patients through a monoclonal antibody trial, as reported by Moffitt Cancer Center. This innovative approach to cancer treatment has shown remarkable results, eliminating the need for chemotherapy, radiation, surgery, or the toxic side effects associated with these traditional therapies. euronews.com/health/2022/06…

@ivylala i’m not sure how common it is since i don’t know anyone else with my background (i was born prematurely in the Philippines, moved to Singapore – as an infant – once i was discharged + healthy). it’s my second time being denied, i wrote an op-ed after the first rejection

@MSTPC Wow, is it common in Singapore?

Singapore is the word of the week. For my newest FT Chinese column, I analyzed two questions: ❓ Why are Chinese investors and netizens mad about Chinese entrepreneurs and investors becoming Singaporean citizens? ❓ From a business perspective, what are some of Singapore's advantages and favorable policies? Jack Ma’s wife, a Singapore citizen, recently went viral in China because she spent around $40M buying properties. Hillhouse Capital's founder, Zhang Lei, switched his nationality from Hong Kong to Singapore; Hillhouse’s founder, Lei Zhang, is a Singaporean citizen now, and Hillhouse’s Asia HQ is in Singapore. The timing of its HQ move to Singapore coincided with its fundraising cycle. After its record private equity raise four years ago, Hillhouse’s hedge fund performance has since been lackluster. Aside from performance, Hillhouse has had its fair share of scandals in China. In November last year, the China Securities Regulatory Commission investigated Hillhouse's HHLR for an alleged violation during the share transfer in Chinese solar giant Longi Green Energy Technology Co. For Fast-fashion online retailer Shein, the move to Singapore could simplify the compliance process for overseas listing. Even with this workaround, new rules passed by China's securities watchdog in 2023 allow the China Securities Regulatory Commission to vet and block offshore listings that could threaten the country’s national interests. Shein recently requested approval from Beijing for a prospective (stalling) U.S. IPO. (Remember what happened to Didi?) As of 2022, Singapore, with a population of 6 million, has 26 unicorn companies and ranks third in the Global Financial Centres Index (GFCI), only behind New York and London. With advantages, Chinese businesses seeking to expand overseas, including investment funds, are redefining their international strategies in Singapore. Read more in #callingtheshots lnkd.in/et7wjN-A

@praewpiizz @TSTheErasTourSG it means “oh no” (or the way we say “omg” in response to a bad/sad situation) e.g. “alamak, i have to work tonight and can’t make it to Taylor Swift’s concert tonight!” “alamak, i forgot the tickets!!!” “it’s raining, we’re gonna be drenched at the concert…” “ALAMAK!”

@TSTheErasTourSG What does it mean btw?

ALAMAK 🤣 #SingaporeTSTheErasTour

@pauriahcarey the feature was introduced long before Elon’s takeover :)

@incoherentboy NAC should just make the audition a tv series while they’re at it 😂

If ever there was a perfect illustration of the state of bureaucracy in this country.

@the_transit_guy in Singapore 🇸🇬 they have a “floating” store

In my opinion, Apple stores are located in the best urban environments compared to any other company, restaurant, or retail outlet as a whole portfolio. Would you agree or could you offer better?

@lmpacas @Snap YESSSSS congrats Laura!!! 💙💙💙 such an awesome gig + they’re very lucky to have you

Because it's not news until you Tweet it --- excited to be joining the @Snap comms team where I'll get to help tout the platform for advertisers. If the brief Snapchat onboarding I gave my parents is any indication, it's going to be a fun ride.

@Layalbrown @netflix Layal!! awesome news, congratulations 🎉

I’m so thrilled to be joining the comms team at @Netflix, where I’ll be focusing on product PR and merging my love of entertainment and tech! Excited to be part of a brand that’s entertaining people all over the world w/ diverse content & setting trends in the streaming space.

@lindsmccallum @HeadlineVC congratulations, Lindsay! ✨

Excited to share I’m joining @headlinevc as their first Director of Marketing and Communications 🥳 leading all things media relations, content, events & community for the firm globally, and consulting for its portfolio of companies. twitter.com/HeadlineVC/sta…

@aditishorewal @eventbrite @vivianawiewall congrats, A!! so excited for the both of you 💙

Day 1 @eventbrite 🧡🙏 Huge shoutout to @vivianawiewall for being the absolute best, thrilled to be on the same team once again✨

@martynuren woohoo 🙌 this is so awesome Martyn, congratulations and have the best time!

#spotify New Year new adventure

@shiain will miss you a lot 💙 so grateful for our friendship! see you around in Paris 😁

@TrentonJKennedy @TwitterComms @jensantamaria @lmpacas hahahahaha this is amazing 😂💙

If this app quits tomorrow i want my @twittercomms coworkers to know that during the NYC offsite when @jensantamaria and @lmpacas filled us with tequila shots i faked a phone call and puked on the curb but couldn’t admit the moms out drank me

@thinkingfish and never a twit 💙

@tweetsbyparker thanks for the mememories 💙

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@vivianawiewall congrats Vivi!!! we’ll clink glasses in person soon