Attendees of a Suntech Singapore Tech Show go frenzy for piles of mystery packs priced at $6 each. Hundreds of bargain hunters rush to get their hands on parcels containing mystery items in a few snapshots first shared by The Strait Times. This particular incident caught the attention of Singaporean authorities, citing several violations.
COMEX 2022 Attracts Bargain Hunters in Singapore
After being trapped at home for the duration of the pandemic, bargain hunters are now on a mission to seize the next opportunity for the best tech deals, and cool product finds. This tech show, which took place on Sept. 1 to 4, was one of the first face-to-face conventions held in Singapore following the COVID outbreak.
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COMEX 2022 is a technology show with the best deals on gadgets, laptops, TVs, desktops, and more. It includes activities and booths showcasing the best tech deals available today. Some of the event's participating brands include Acer, Alienware, Apple, Asus ROG, Huawei, and more tech companies.
Constellar organized the consumer technology event. One of the event's most popular booths belongs to a retailer who sells unclaimed mystery packs containing tech goodies for as little as SG $6.
People who enjoy surprises can order mystery boxes online from various sellers. A mystery box is a surprise package that is frequently distributed with a particular theme or brand. The items in the box stand for a specific amount. For instance, you can purchase a mystery box online for as low as $5 and receive $100 worth of goods. This Singaporean retailer follows the mystery box trend by including tech products. The booth also offers an interesting deal: buy 10 parcels and get two mystery boxes for free.
The parcels are unclaimed, according to a report from MS News, which cited booth operator The Auction House, also previously managed The Heist Singapore. Additionally, package contents include a variety of goodies for bargain hunters, including toys, power banks, and earbuds.
Tech Show Bargain Violates SG Law, Says Police
In Singapore, new laws on social gambling was implemented on Aug. 1. The mystery boxes fall under one of the provisions of the new gambling laws, according to a report by The Strait Times. Authorities said with the new policy, the Singaporean government anticipates technological and gambling trends and respond to new gambling products and services. The new laws also require private establishments to obtain licenses before offering gambling services like betting and lotteries.
Mystery parcels, which are said to be a form of a public lottery, are prohibited in Singapore. Last Aug. 13, police confirmed to The Strait Times that a report had been filed and that a probe is currently underway to determine if The Auction House is guilty of violating gambling laws.
Although the contents of a mystery box are unknown, there is a chance that buyers will receive products worth more than the selling price. This is what authorities are emphasizing.
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