HONG KONG, May 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Global IBO Group Ltd. (“GIBO”), a unique and integrated AIGC animation streaming platform and Bukit Jalil Global Acquisition 1 Ltd. (“BUJA”) (NASDAQ: BUJA), a publicly-traded special purpose acquisition company, today announced the closing of their previously announced business combination (the “Business Combination”). The combined company will operate under the name GIBO Holdings Limited (the “Company”), and the Class A ordinary shares and warrants of the Company are expected to commence trading on the Nasdaq Stock Market (“Nasdaq”) under the ticker symbols “GIBO” and “GIBOW,” respectively, on May 9, 2025. The business combination was approved by BUJA shareholders in an Extraordinary General Meeting held on March 31, 2025.
The Business Combination marks a significant milestone that strengthens GIBO’s position in AI-driven content creation, anime streaming, and digital media innovation, marking a transformative era in the entertainment industry.
A Game-Changer in AI-Powered Content
“Today marks a significant milestone in our journey to revolutionize the digital media landscape. It is not just a testament to our achievements, but also a springboard for future growth. We are committed to scaling our AI-powered solutions globally, ensuring that creators everywhere can harness the power of AI to bring their visions to life,” said Dereck Lim, Chairman of the Company.
With over 72 million registered users across Southeast Asia and South Asia, GIBO has become a unique and integrated AIGC animation streaming platform. It offers extensive functionalities for viewers and creators, serving a broad community of young people. Its platform provides AI voice synthesis, AI image generation, scriptwriting and storyboarding, and audio-visual synchronization tools, enabling creators to expand creative possibilities, streamline content production, and create localized, engaging content.
The entertainment industry has seen rapid shifts towards AI-enhanced production. The Company aims to lead by offering fully AI-powered content generation, enabling anime and digital media to reach audiences with unprecedented speed and quality.
Zelt Kueh, CEO of the Company, added, “Our successful listing on Nasdaq is a defining moment for AI-driven entertainment. This achievement not only reflects investor confidence but also signals a paradigm shift in content creation. With this milestone, we are poised to accelerate AI-powered innovation and redefine storytelling for the global audience.”
Advisors
A.G.P./Alliance Global Partners is serving as the exclusive financial advisor to BUJA. Robinson & Cole LLP is serving as the legal advisor to BUJA and DLA Piper UK LLP is serving as the legal advisor to GIBO.
About Global IBO Group Ltd.
Global IBO Group Ltd. is a unique and integrated AIGC animation streaming platform with extensive functionalities provided to both viewers and creators that serves a broad community of young people across Asia to create, publish, share and enjoy AI-generated animation video content. With over 72 million registered users and advanced AI-powered tools, GIBO seeks to redefine the landscape of digital content creation. Following its successful Business Combination and Nasdaq listing, the Company aims to lead the industry in AI-driven entertainment innovation.
About Bukit Jalil Global Acquisition 1 Ltd.
Bukit Jalil Global Acquisition 1 Ltd. is a blank check company, formed for the purpose of effecting a merger, share exchange, asset acquisition, share purchase, recapitalization, reorganization or similar business combination with one or more businesses or entities.
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Contact Information
Investor Relations:
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ICR, Inc.
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Media Relations:
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ICR, Inc.
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