Blue Hat Announces Favorable Results from Streaming E-Commerce Initiative

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Blue Hat Interactive Entertainment Technology (NASDAQ: BHAT) announced positive results from its Direct-to-Consumer (DTC) partnership with Xing Meng Wei Lai on Sept. 23, 2020. Over an initial two-month period, live shows drew an audience of over 50,000, achieving a 20% click-through rate—significantly higher than the industry average of 10%-12.5%. The transaction conversion rate reached nearly 7%, with around 250 products sold, establishing a solid foundation for content e-commerce. CEO Xiaodong Chen expressed optimism about future marketing initiatives and ongoing customer engagement.

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• Achieved a click-through rate of 20%, surpassing the industry average.
• Generated a nearly 7% transaction conversion rate from 250 product sales.
• Drew an audience of over 50,000 during live shows, indicating strong consumer engagement.

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• None.

XIAMEN, China, Sept. 23, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Blue Hat Interactive Entertainment Technology ("Blue Hat" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: BHAT), a leading producer, developer and operator of augmented reality ("AR") interactive entertainment games, toys and educational materials in China, today announced solid initial results from the Direct-to-Consumer (DTC) partnership with Xiamen Xing Meng Wei Lai Culture Media Co. LTD ("Xing Meng Wei Lai"), which was initially announced in June 2020 (Previously Announced Partnership with Leading Chinese Multi-Channel Network).

Xing Meng Wei Lai is a leading Chinese multi-channel network and internet content development agency that specializes in building DTC social content marketing via short videos and live streaming. After the initial two-month implementation period, Blue Hat held several live shows displaying its interactive software and products, which in aggregate totaled an audience of over fifty thousand consumers.

Because of Blue Hat's interactive component with software and AR products such as AR racer, Xing Meng Wei Lai developed operation strategies that the Company could implement to engage with end customers. Xing Meng Wei Lai assisted Blue Hat in coordinating live events over the past month following the establishment of an online channel for purchase. During the events, the click-through rate was about 20%, which exceeded the average industry level.

As reference, the average industry level is 10% - 12.5%. The transaction conversion rate nearly 7% was based on the sale of nearly 250 products. The Company feels this establishes a solid foundation for the further development of content e-commerce. 

Management Commentary

Mr. Xiaodong Chen, CEO of the Company, stated, "We have placed a renewed focus on leveraging new technologies and mobile purchasing trends to strengthen Blue Hat's marketing initiatives. To date, we have been very pleased with our cooperation with Xing Meng Wei Lai. The click-through rate was exceptional, and has led to a direct increase in sales during the quarter. In future periods, we expect to continue hosting live-event content as we unveil new interactive software and AR applications to the market. Following the onset of the global pandemic, we have gained considerable traction in engaging customers through a variety of strategic marketing initiatives, and to date the results have led to strong sales results."

About Blue Hat

Blue Hat Interactive Entertainment Technology is a producer, developer and operator of AR interactive entertainment games and toys in China, including interactive educational materials, mobile games, and toys with mobile game features. The Company's interactive entertainment platform creates unique user experiences by connecting physical items to mobile devices, which creates a rich visual and interactive environment for users through the integration of real objects and virtual scenery. Distinguished by its own proprietary technology, Blue Hat aims to create an engaging, interactive and immersive community for its users. For more information, please visit the Company's investor relations website at http://ir.bluehatgroup.com. The Company routinely provides important information on its website.

Forward-Looking Statements 

This release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. All forward-looking statements are inherently uncertain as they are based on current expectations and assumptions concerning future events or future performance of the Company. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which are only predictions and speak only as of the date hereof. In evaluating such statements, prospective investors should review carefully various risks and uncertainties identified in this release and matters set in the Company's SEC filings. These risks and uncertainties could cause the Company's actual results to differ materially from those indicated in the forward-looking statements.

Contacts:

Lexie Zhang
Blue Hat Interactive Entertainment Technology
Phone: +86 (592) 228-0010
Email: ir@bluehatgroup.net

Investor Relations:

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FAQ

What are the recent results from Blue Hat's Direct-to-Consumer partnership?

Blue Hat's DTC partnership with Xing Meng Wei Lai led to a 20% click-through rate and nearly 7% transaction conversion rate from 250 sales.

How many consumers engaged with Blue Hat's live shows?

The live shows attracted over 50,000 consumers, showing strong engagement.

What is the significance of Blue Hat's partnership with Xing Meng Wei Lai?

The partnership is aimed at enhancing content e-commerce through effective DTC marketing strategies.

What is Blue Hat's stock symbol?

Blue Hat's stock symbol is BHAT, traded on NASDAQ.