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Beijing, China — February 21, 2025
The 12th Chaoyang International Talent Entrepreneurship Conference (ITEC) concluded with resounding success, celebrating some of the world’s most innovative minds and trailblazing projects globally. Among the standout honorees, Tongle’s groundbreaking project, The 24/7 Listener App: Revolutionizing Emotional Support with Digital Solutions and Health Integration, was awarded the prestigious Merit Award, highlighting its transformative potential in the fields of mental wellness and technology-driven emotional support.
The award ceremony, hosted at the Beijing Garry Culture Center, gathered distinguished entrepreneurs, investors, and global thought leaders, all eager to explore the forefront of innovation. The 24/7 Listener App captivated the audience with its unique approach to blending advanced digital solutions with health integration, offering real-time emotional support to individuals worldwide.
The competition’s high standards make this achievement even more significant. Over the years, the ITEC Global Entrepreneurship Competition has seen participation from more than 50,000 entrepreneurs, presenting 11,000 projects from 73 countries. Among these, 1,128 projects have successfully been incorporated into Beijing’s innovation ecosystem, attracting over 33.8 billion yuan in investments. Competing against such an elite pool of talent from around the globe, the success of Tongle, the company behind the app, reflects the groundbreaking nature of their project.
“Competing against strong teams from America, Europe, and Asia was no easy feat for Tongle, and we are incredibly proud of this achievement,” said Lit Neo, Founder and Director of the 24/7 Listener App.
In a heartfelt statement at the event, Lit Neo, Founder and Director of Tongle, emphasized the app’s broader mission and its potential to redefine mental wellness globally:
“Winning this Merit Award is not just a recognition of our team’s vision but a testament to the increasing need for accessible, round-the-clock emotional support. By harnessing the power of digital solutions, we’re bridging gaps in mental health care, offering immediate assistance, and empowering individuals to take charge of their emotional well-being. Moreover, with this award as a catalyst, we are thrilled to announce our upcoming expansion into the Chinese market, where we aim to bring this life-changing solution to millions.”
Lit Neo further expressed optimism about the app’s ability to break barriers in mental health care accessibility, noting China’s growing interest in leveraging digital innovations for wellness and the opportunities this presents for partnerships, scalability, and impactful change.
The conference served as a dynamic platform for fostering cross-border collaboration and showcased innovations poised to shape the future. The success of the 24/7 Listener App at this event marks a significant step in its journey to becoming a global leader in mental health technology.
Tongle is ready for the next phase of growth, the world eagerly anticipates the app’s expanded impact—both in China and beyond—on mental wellness, emotional resilience, and digital innovation.
