SEOUL, South Korea, Feb. 10, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- In this love-filled February, WePlay, a globally renowned social gaming platform, officially announced a cross-boundary collaboration with the world-acclaimed classic literary IP "The Little Prince" (Le Petit Prince). To commemorate the 80th anniversary of this masterpiece that has touched hundreds of millions of readers worldwide (Note: based on the French edition publication date), WePlay will bring players an interstellar journey about "love and bonds" during the 2026 Valentine's Day period.
A Touching Journey Spanning 80 Years: Meeting the Little Prince Again on WePlay
Since Antoine de Saint-Exupéry's "The Little Prince" was first published, this young prince from Planet B-612 has accompanied humanity through more than 80 springs and autumns. It has been translated into over 650 languages, with sales surpassing 140 million copies, teaching countless adults how to love and how to cherish what matters.On Valentine's Day 2026, WePlay brings this pure emotion into the online social world. This activity is far more than a game update—it is a tribute to "childlike innocence and true love." In this fast-paced digital age, we hope every WePlay user, like the Little Prince himself, can find that special person and establish a uniquely deep bond.
About WePlay
WePlay is a global social entertainment platform operated by WEJOY PTE. LTD., headquartered in Singapore. With the mission to "Bring joy and friends to young people around the world," it is dedicated to connecting the global younger generation through voice and interactive entertainment. The platform integrates gaming, voice rooms, party interactions, and other features, providing users with low-barrier, highly interactive social experiences.
About WEJOY PTE. LTD.
WEJOY PTE. LTD. is an internet company based in Singapore, founded on October 23, 2020. As a company with a global vision and innovative spirit, we are dedicated to expanding in the social and gaming business sectors worldwide. We focus on the development and operation of social board games and casual games, with a particular emphasis on creating innovative and engaging gaming experiences that connect people around the world. Currently, we are actively expanding into international markets, and in the future, we aim to make a significant impact on the global stage.
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WePlay Official Website: https://weplayapp.com/
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WePlay x "The Little Prince" 2026 Valentine's Day Dreamy Collaboration Begins
BANGKOK, Feb. 10, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Researchers at Chulalongkorn University are redefining the role of Thai silk by developing silk protein into a versatile platform for medical products, aiming to reduce Thailand's reliance on imported biomaterials while creating sustainable income for farmers.
The Silklife research project, led by Associate Professor Dr. Juthamas Ratanavaraporn of the Faculty of Engineering, converts silk protein into various medical applications, including pain-relief and sleep-aid patches, artificial tissues, and injectable joint gels. The initiative addresses a key challenge facing Thailand's rapidly expanding medical industry, which still depends heavily on imported materials such as collagen and hyaluronic acid.
Thai silk, traditionally valued as a cultural heritage textile, possesses unique biomedical properties. Its primary protein, fibroin, is naturally strong, biocompatible, and safely degrades into amino acids in the body. Unlike silk from other countries, Thai silk has a natural golden hue and a hydrophobic molecular structure, enabling it to bind effectively with certain drug compounds and making it suitable for targeted drug delivery systems.
The Silklife project adopts a comprehensive approach spanning the entire value chain. The research team established an organic silkworm farming model on five rai of land in Ratchaburi province, certified under Thailand's organic agriculture standards. Controlled, closed-system rearing facilities—certified under Thai Agricultural Standard 8203—ensure consistent quality year-round. Contract farmers are trained to follow strict operating procedures to minimize contamination.
High-quality cocoons are processed at a pilot plant meeting ISO 13485 manufacturing standards and ISO 10993 medical safety standards. Achieving medical-grade silk protein requires three to four years of development from upstream farming to midstream processing.
Initial products focus on external use to build safety and market confidence, including hydrogel skin patches that release herbal pain-relief compounds for up to eight hours, and CBD sleep patches designed as an alternative to high-dose oral administration. More advanced applications include biodegradable scaffolds for dental and tissue regeneration and injectable silk-based joint gels now entering early-stage clinical trials at King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital.
Beyond medical innovation, the project delivers economic impact. Participating farmers can sell medical-grade silk cocoons at prices several times higher than conventional market rates. Researchers emphasize that Silklife's platform approach allows a single material to be developed into dozens of products, positioning Thai silk as a competitive, homegrown alternative in global medical markets.
For more information, visit www.enginelife.co.th
Read the full article at: https://www.chula.ac.th/en/highlight/285235/
About Chulalongkorn University
Chulalongkorn University has made the world's top 50 university list for employment outcomes, which reflects both the high employment rate and work ability of Chula graduates. The university is also listed as the best in Thailand for the 15th Consecutive Year (since 2009), according to the newly released QS World University Rankings 2024, putting Chula at 211th in the world, up from 244th last year.
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Silklife: Chula Researchers Transform Thai Silk into Medical Innovation
