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Tuesday, May 19 2020 - 00:37
AsiaNet
Bigo Live 'Global BIGOer One World Together' brings together 3.7 million people from 150 countries to raise funds for WHO Solidarity Response Fund
SYDNEY, May 18, 2020 /PRNewswire-AsiaNet/ --

-The "Global BIGOer One World Together" fundraising campaign witnessed 3.7 
million viewers coming together on 14 May 2020 to support the fight against 
COVID-19. 

-US$100,000 was raised through a 24-hour campaign and all funds raised will be 
donated to the World Health Organisation's COVID-19 Solidarity Response Fund 

-The fundraiser is part of a larger series of campaigns organised by Bigo Live 
to raise global awareness on COVID-19 while spreading positivity within the 
community
 
Bigo Live, a global leading live streaming platform, has raised a total of 
US$100,000 in donations through its 'Global BIGOer One World Together' 
campaign. All proceeds raised will be donated to the World Health Organisation 
(WHO)'s Solidarity Response Fund[https://covid19responsefund.org/] by BIGO 
Technology, the parent company of Bigo Live. 

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'Global BIGOer One World Together' saw more than 3.7 million viewers across the 
globe tuning into Bigo Live's music livehouse and participate in the 
fundraising. The livehouse featured performances by close to 100 broadcasters 
in over 20 countries. 

Mike Ong, Vice President of BIGO Technology said, "Music is a universal 
language, it transcends cultures and borders to spread the message of comfort, 
hope and unity - something the world needs most during these trying times. We 
wanted to bring the world together to support each other through this crisis 
through 'Global BIGOer One World Together', and the response has been 
overwhelming. We are really heartened to see the global Bigo Live community 
rallying to contribute to the cause however they can. Every bit makes a 
difference and we are humbled to do our part."

A global cast of talented singers and musicians from countries across Asia, 
Australia, Europe, Middle East and the United States performed in a 24-hour 
music livehouse. Broadcasters included (Bigo Live ID) Hello_Jessy, Hannahbabe, 
Rebeccaalami and Jessyishere.

Besides the live musical performances, the event also featured a #UnitedatBIGO, 
where  tributes were paid to healthcare professionals and frontline workers who 
have led the fight against COVID-19. A specially commissioned music video with 
over 100 Bigo Live broadcasters performing a cover of the Michael Jackson hit 
"We are the world"[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lf_nBnqaJ1Q] was also 
released as part of the campaign. 

Photo - https://photos.prnasia.com/prnh/20200518/2806574-1-a

"We are glad that Bigo Live is able to give back and support our frontline 
healthcare professionals and affected communities. As a global platform that 
connects and brings people together, it is part of our continued effort and 
commitment to contribute to the fight against COVID-19 while also bringing 
positivity and joy to our users around the world during this emotional period. 
We sincerely thank all participating Bigo Live broadcasters and our users for 
making this event a sounding success," Mike added.

Since the start of the outbreak, Bigo Live has organised various efforts to 
raise awareness about COVID-19 and bring happiness to people around the world. 
Besides the 'Global BIGOer One World Together' campaign, Bigo Live has also 
launched a #STAYATBIGO campaign featuring sharing sessions with healthcare 
professionals, performances by local music DJs and workouts by fitness 
enthusiasts to help local communities stay fit and healthy at home. 
Additionally, Bigo Live was the first to launch cloud clubbing, a virtual live 
stream music experience, to communities in Southeast Asia, Australia and New 
Zealand.

About Bigo Live

Bigo Live is one of the world's fastest-growing livestreaming social 
communities where users broadcast in real-time to share life moments, showcase 
their talents and interact with people from around the world. Bigo Live has 
around 400 million users in over 150 countries and is currently the market 
leader in the livestreaming industry. Launched in March 2016, Bigo Live is 
owned by BIGO Technology which is based in Singapore. 

Download the Bigo Live app 
here[http://www.bigo.tv/?shortlink=bigoliveth&pid=Regional_Event&c=TH%20April%20
PR]. 

SOURCE Bigo Live

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