About COL Web
COL Web Pte Ltd is a Singapore branch office of COL Group, with a focus on International IP Development, Content Distribution, License Franchising, Consumer Products, Strategic Partnerships and M&A. Together with COL Labs, COL Web also looks at investments into technology innovations such as Web 3, Blockchain, Digital Collectibles, AI, AR, VR and the Metaverse.
Situated in Singapore with close proximity to South East Asia countries, COL Web is well positioned to facilitate regional business growth through IP value maximization such as development and distribution of Digital Novels, Audio Books, Comics/Manga, Animations/Anime, TV Dramas, Films, Video Games and Experiential Events.
As a center for International strategic partnerships, COL Web aims to unlock the full potential of Intellectual Properties through cultivation of strong brand loyalty. Our comprehensive licensing services provide a platform for our IPs and also partner brands to extend their presence across a diverse range of products and industries, creating meaningful connections with consumers worldwide.
From iconic characters and timeless franchises to cutting-edge technologies and emerging trends, we pride ourselves on curating compelling licensing programs that drive growth and deliver exceptional value to both brand owners and licensees. Join us on this exciting journey as we harness the power of IPs to bring brands to new heights of success and captivate audiences around the globe.
Contact: Bryan Tan
E-mail: bryantan@col.com
About COL Labs
Based in Singapore, COL Labs is an incubator program that focuses on nurturing early-stage small businesses and startups. It provides the necessary infrastructure and a comprehensive range of supportive services to help startups in the areas of technology, digital copyrights and Web 3. The primary goal of the incubator is to support the growth of startups, reduce the risks and costs associated with entrepreneurship, and create successful companies that can achieve sustainability, operational independence as well as gain access to financial investments.
With an established community of technology-based SMEs in related industries, COL Labs enables cooperative opportunities and learning experiences. By leveraging on this collaborative environment of information and innovation exchanges, Startups can drive faster growth and success.
Contact: Bryan Tan/ Ma Tao
E-mail: bryantan@col.com/ matao@col.com
About SciFidea
SciFidea is a science fiction brand launched in Singapore, as an incubation Startup supported by COL Labs. SciFidea is committed to the development of high-quality science fiction IPs worldwide. Its goal is to explore and cultivate hard science fiction intellectual properties (IPs), build a specialized science fiction community, enhance the income of science fiction creators, and promote the multi-channel development of science fiction works. SciFidea aims to maximize the influence of science fiction works and provides the creators with end-to-end professional support, including writing skills nurturing, publishing, IP promotion, profit sharing, etc.
SciFidea holds the SciFidea Award - Science Fiction Writing Contest that emphasizes a science fiction theme annually. It encourages writers to explore in a way similar to competitive sports. The jewel in the crown this year is Dyson Sphere, and eight big-shot judges from the SF community—Phoenix Alexander, Neil Clarke, Patrick Nielsen Hayden, Nancy Kress, Derek Künsken, Robert J. Sawyer, Michael Swanwick, and Liza Groen Trombi—are involved. Apart from the classic theme and expert endorsements, the high prize money also makes a name for the brand.
SciFidea is a brand with a strong enthusiasm for science fiction and a deep understanding of the industry. The Chief Editor Tang Feng was Liu Cixin’s first editor. He with the Senior Managing Editor Lynn Sun led the team to a successful science fiction contest of Metaverse, co-working with Neal Stephenson on the ceremony. The brand also functions with teams of product development, operations, and business, covering everything a science fiction work needs from the original creation to downstream development.
Contact: Tang Feng
E-mail: tangxp@col.com