As part of its mission to better the lives of the underserved through technology, Shopee recently partnered with the Luzon Clean Water Development Corporation, Indoplas, and Metro Bangued Water District to provide aid to those affected by the magnitude 5.2 earthquake which impacted key areas of Abra last 28 August.
Through its logistics arm, Shopee Xpress, Shopee delivered...
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As a company that cares for the planet, leading health, wellness, and beauty retailer Watsons is always looking for opportunities to make a positive impact on its customers and the communities.
The environment is a big concern for everyone. In line with this, Watsons Philippines partnered with CORA (Communities Organized for Resource Allocation), a non profit organization dedicated to...
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Union Bank of the Philippines (UnionBank), the country's pioneer in digital banking and the region’s digital trailblazer, recently launched “The Future of Banking is with U”, the 2022 UnionBank Innovation Festival at the UnionBank Innovation Campus complex in San Pedro, Laguna. The inaugural three day event is the first of annual gatherings celebrating banking technology and...
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Union Bank of the Philippines (UnionBank) threw its support to the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) and the Department of the Interior and Local Government’s (DILG) "Paleng QRPH", a joint program of the two government agencies, recently launched at the Malcolm Square in Baguio City.
In an effort to contribute to the strengthening of the country's digital payments ecosystem, BSP...
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Huawei launched Asia Pacific Seeds for the Future 2022 last Friday (August 19). The program brings together 120 outstanding students from 16 countries across the Asia Pacific region for a 9 day digital boot camp in Thailand, including 10 students from the Philippines. From August 19 to 27, ten Filipino delegates who are ready to demonstrate their talent and abilities will join the journey this...
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Shopee, the leading e commerce platform in Southeast Asia and Taiwan, launched its third ASEAN Online Sale Day in partnership with the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) and the Bureau of International Trade Relations (BITR) last August 8 to 10. This annual sale celebrated the 55th founding anniversary of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) by showcasing different local and...
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For the evolving eco conscious Filipino consumer, using everyday products that are natural, cruelty free and locally made is a step towards greener living. SM is also making intentional green choices that benefit the environment in the long run which includes supporting local craftsmen, recycling, and reducing energy consumption.
With the SM Green Finds program, the group offers...
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As the pioneer and trusted brand for bills payment services in the Philippines, Bayad takes on a more proactive approach in amplifying its “Pay Anywhere” stance, offering a whole suite of financial products and solutions.
Despite the massive shift to digital payments during this time of pandemic, Bayad equally ensures the availability of its physical touchpoints to cater to...
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GoTyme Bank, a partnership between the Gokongwei Group and Singapore based digital banking group Tyme, is optimizing its tech and security measures ahead of its launch. In 2021, the bank received its license to operate in line with the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas’ goal of digitizing 50% of all payments and having 70% of Filipino adults into the banked population by 2023.
Amid...
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As part of its continuous efforts to bring a fun and seamless online shopping experience to more Filipinos across the country, Shopee, the leading e commerce platform in Southeast Asia and Taiwan, expands its serviceable areas through the establishment of new Shopee Xpress hubs across Mindanao. Through these new hubs in Davao City, Davao Del Sur, Davao Del Norte, and other areas, local sellers...
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Philippine Airlines' Mabuhay Miles has announced a momentous partnership with SM Advantage Card (SMAC) that will make traveling and shopping more rewarding.
PAL Mabuhay Miles and SMAC, two of the country's most enduring customer loyalty programs, recently launched "Shop To Fly, Fly To Shop."
Through the new lifestyle program, PAL's frequent flyers can convert their Mabuhay...
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The Analytics, Computing, and Complex Systems Laboratory at the Asian Institute of Management (ACCeSs@AIM) houses a supercomputer that's the fastest in the Philippines, with computing speeds of up to 1.2 petaflops. This computer was donated by Stan Shih, Acer Group Co Founder and Honorary Chairman, and Chairman of Stan Shih Foundation, in 2018.
Acer is a Taiwanese tech giant, while AIM...
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Say yes to new adventures and enjoy the great outdoors before summer ends. This May 15 Payday Sale, get up from your chair, try new activities, and explore a change of scenery that’s a good break from all the stress of work. Be well equipped for whatever thrilling adventure awaits you when you check out these payday deals:
Invite your loved ones to a fun picnic under the...
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Huawei plans to boost investment in innovation to build new products, to enhance and accelerate new technologies. The company held its 19th annual Global Analyst Summit in Shenzhen from April 26 to 27.
For more than 30 years, Huawei have been innovating nonstop to create value for our customers and society. Innovation has become a core part of Huawei's DNA. Despite considerable...
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With fake printer inks becoming rampant in the market, consumers have become susceptible to buying inks that do not come with assurance from printer manufacturers. Epson Philippines, one of the leading manufacturers of efficient, compact, precise, and sustainable printers in the country, warns the public to be cautious against fake inks as they can ultimately damage one’s printer.
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The season of Lent is a time for Catholic devotees to reflect and strengthen their faith. Part of this season’s tradition is the Visita Iglesia, where the faithful visit and pray in at least seven different churches.
In this digital age, physically visiting churches is not the only option. Globe At Home offers the virtual Visita Iglesia, where customers can easily participate in...
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Aiming to support the Philippines’ digital transformation and the telecommunications industry efforts to address the growing demand for fast, stable and reliable internet connectivity through tower services, Alliance Towers Corporation (ATC), one of the country’s trusted independent tower companies, is going full speed ahead in building towers that would improve connectivity...
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The pandemic has forced both consumers and businesses to change how they conduct their transactions. Business owners have had to adapt and innovate their services to cater to the growing needs of the “new normal.” This is why GCash has been committed to improving its digital products to cater to both the needs of Filipino customers and local businesses and enterprises who need...
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Premier Philippine telecommunications Eastern Communications recently expanded its footprint in Bicol as part of its continued commitment to provide strong connections and empower businesses from different parts of the country.
As Eastern Communications enters the market of Sorsogon, Naga and Legazpi, it celebrated the event by launching its trademark webinar known as “Via...
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Summer 2022 is here and everybody is ready to make this one different from the past 2 summers that were spent in lockdown. While this means more of the fun and exciting activities people have missed out on, this also means more spending. With all the summer sales happening, it can get hard to keep savings in check.
Good thing there’s GLife. In case you’ve missed it, GLife...
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With more people now going out to buy their essentials and enjoy some retail therapy, PayMaya and The SM Store are making shopping more convenient and rewarding with two new exciting promos!
Shop and get a chance to win an Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max
Five Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max are up for grabs...
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As part of its push to support and simplify the lives of their customers, PLDT and its wireless unit Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart) have launched Paybox, a self service payment kiosk machine in key stores. Through Paybox, PLDT and Smart customers can pay their phone and internet bills conveniently and safely.
Paybox accepts cash, credit or debit cards, PayMaya QR codes, and virtual...
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The year 2022 is here! While the start of the year symbolizes hope, it also serves as a reminder that we all remain vigilant, particularly as the threats of new COVID 19 variants still lurk around.
Due to the upward trend in the number of cases, the National Capital Region (NCR) and some of its nearby provinces are now placed under a higher alert level status. And yes, this means...
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Samsung has announced its new Galaxy Tab S8 Series, the Galaxy Tab S8 5G/ Wi Fi and S8+ 5G, and the first ever Tab S8 Ultra 5G tablet in the lineup with the biggest, boldest display and most powerful performance Galaxy Tab S has ever offered. Sophisticated hardware, premium productivity features, and the seamless ecosystem Galaxy users count on are combined in a single portable productivity...
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PayMaya is bringing Filipinos the convenience, safety, and time saving benefits of paying for their fees and dues to the Social Security System (SSS), the Home Development Mutual Fund (Pag IBIG Fund), the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC), and the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) with the Bills Bayad Promo.
From February 1 to March 31, customers who will pay for their Pag...
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Xiaomi has announced that World Vision Philippines and Yayasan Food Bank Malaysia will each receive a donation of $100,000 from Xiaomi Foundation Limited to support those affected by Typhoon Rai in the Philippines and Malaysia.
In the Philippines alone, based on the country's disaster council, more than 870,334 families or 23,380,167 individuals have been impacted by Typhoon...
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It’s been a month since Honda Philippines, Inc. (HPI), the No. 1 motorcycle manufacturer in the country, started offering free test rides for those wanting to step into the world of big bike riding or planning to switch to Honda Big Bikes.
The free test ride aims to introduce and explain all the details about Honda Big Bikes and provide customers with a first hand...
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As COVID 19 continues to affect the return of students and teachers to classrooms, the corporate social responsibility arm of BDO Unibank has been finding ways to develop innovative learning materials that can be easily accessed online and shared offline.
BDO Foundation partnered with the Department of Education (DepEd) and Huawei Philippines for the development of supplemental...
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Digital financial services leader PayMaya continues to make government transactions more convenient and rewarding for Filipinos with its contactless and cashless payment solutions.
PayMaya counts the country's top local government units (LGUs) among its partners, enabling these cities and municipalities with digital payment acceptance solutions. It further strengthened the...
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Countries are given the unprecedented opportunity to build back in a more environmentally and socially sustainable way as they rebuild their economies amid the pandemic. In the same way, this “Great Reset” offers a chance for corporations to rethink priorities and work towards building a more sustainable future.
Lucas Joppa, Chief Environmental Officer at Microsoft...
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