Sanrio Chip ID Figurine Soars 100-Fold in Value

This year marks the 50th anniversary of Sanrio's beloved Hello Kitty, and to commemorate the occasion, its first-ever functional "Chip Time Capsule" Chip ID Figurine has launched. Limited to just 3,000 units worldwide, the collectible sold out instantly - before any advertisements even aired - sending Hello Kitty fans into a frenzy.

What makes it so collectible is the limited-edition serial number. Just like coveted phone numbers or car license plates, these special numbers can even require public bidding. In Hong Kong, for instance, the No1 license plate is valued at over 100 times the price of a luxury car, and some desirable phone numbers have fetched millions. Lucky numbers with symbolic meaning - like No1, 168, 888 - or those tied to a celebrity's birthday are especially sought after.

Why has the value of the "Chip Time Capsule" skyrocketed so rapidly? The built-in chip includes anti-counterfeiting technology and is linked to the "IPNo. Actual Price AI Anti-Counterfeiting System," ensuring buyers don't have to worry about purchasing fakes. Authenticity can be verified instantly with any smartphone equipped with NFC, acting as a "serial number scanner", by simply scanning the chip embedded in the figurine.

The secondhand market has already seen soaring prices. In Japan, a Hello Kitty collector has offered 100 times the original price for figurine No111 - Hello Kitty's birthday on November 1st - causing a stir among fans.

This one-of-a-kind chip figurine also allows users to store love letters, photos, or videos, turning it into a heartfelt keepsake or gift. By scanning the figurine with an NFC-enabled smartphone, the stored content can be played, adding a warm, personal touch. It has been hailed as the most collectible chip figurine of 2025.

IPNo. Actual Price Registration Official Website: www.mars-ipno.com

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The Kaohsiung Computer Association (hereinafter referred to as "the Association") was established on April 27, 1984, comprising computer companies located in the Kaohsiung area. Its mission is to promote computer applications, boost economic development, foster unity within the industry, and enhance shared interests. In July 1984, the Association held the first Kaohsiung Computer Exhibition, marking a significant step forward in advancing information technology knowledge in the city. At its inception, the Association had 25 member companies, and thanks to the active participation and support of successive boards of directors and members, the number has grown steadily. By 2013, membership numbers had surpassed 3,800, making it the second-largest computer association in Taiwan.

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