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Filinvest Group Earns Multiple Awards in 2025, Shaped by 70 Years of Enabling Dreams

From boardrooms to communities, from the spaces people live and work in, to the services they rely on every day, the Filinvest Group’s work continues to be recognized—reflecting the collective strength of its businesses and the shared values that guide them. With businesses spanning real estate, banking, power and utilities, hospitality, sugar milling and infrastructure, the Group pursues sustainable growth across its portfolio while creating long-term value for stakeholders. Over the past year, the Filinvest Group earned over a hundred local and international awards for good corporate governance, sustainability, and excellence in people, products, and services. "At the heart of every recognition is a shared commitment to creating opportunities that matter to Filipinos and make a meaningful difference in their lives,” said Rhoda A. Huang, President and CEO of Filinvest Development Corporation. “These awards reflect the work of our people, and we are grateful for their sense of purpo

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Alibaba Cloud Named a Leader in Omdia’s Global Enterprise-Level MaaS Market Report

Alibaba Cloud, the digital technology and intelligence backbone of Alibaba Group, has been recognized as a leader in the Omdia Market Radar: Global Enterprise-Level MaaS Market Analysis, 2025 (the “Report”). The recognition underscores Alibaba Cloud’s capabilities in supporting enterprises to unlock AI capabilities for business and advance digital transformation. MaaS (Model as a Service) is a service model centered around AI models that delivers capabilities to users through APIs, applications, or integrated solutions. Alibaba Cloud first introduced this concept to the industry in 2022. Omdia defines enterprise-grade MaaS as a cloud-native AI model service designed to provide enterprises with production-ready capabilities for accessing, customizing, orchestrating and developing applications based on foundation models. The report constructed a comprehensive new evaluation framework for Enterprise MaaS through a lifecycle perspective. Among the nine core capabilities evaluated, Alibab

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Keeping Logistics Moving with Precision Labeling Solutions from Epson

Logistics operations depend on speed, accuracy, and clear information at every stage. Every second counts and every package is a promise. Crucial to all of these is the label. From warehousing and sorting to transport and delivery, labels help ensure that goods move through systems without delay. Because labels carry the facts that keep freight flowing, the tools that create them must be fast, precise, and trusted—qualities Epson has honed for more than five decades of printing innovation. Reliable and accurate labeling isn’t just best practice; it’s the foundational currency of logistics. As volumes increase and supply chains grow more complex, the need for clarity and consistency becomes even more critical on the warehouse floor. For more than 50 years, Epson has helped industries that rely on precision perform at their best. In logistics, that expertise translates into solutions designed to keep workflows organized, efficient, and dependable under constant demand. One such solutio

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Epson Streamlines Everyday Banking Operations with Proven Printing Solutions

In an era of rapid digital transformation, banking remains fundamentally rooted in documentation. From the critical first impression of account opening to the routine but vital passbook update, every interaction demands accuracy, consistency, and a robust infrastructure capable of keeping pace with relentless daily demands. While apps and online portals capture headlines, the physical branch, as well as the equipment within it, continues to be the backbone of trust and operational efficiency for millions. For over 50 years, Epson has quietly been at the forefront of building dependable performance into the very fabric of document-intensive industries, with banking standing as a prime example. The company understands that inside a bustling bank branch, efficiency isn't just about speed, but also about minimizing errors, safeguarding sensitive data, and ensuring a seamless experience for both staff and customers. Epson’s shoshosei philosophy—efficient, compact, precise—guides how its te

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Mapúa University Partners with Capcom Singapore and Prime Manpower for Advanced Gaming, Digital Content and IP

Mapua University has officially solidified a groundbreaking and strategic tripartite collaboration with gaming powerhouse Capcom Singapore and industry linkage leader Prime Manpower through a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signed at the Mapúa University Intramuros campus. This milestone underscores the partners' commitment to delivering industry relevant, globally aligned education and strengthening the Philippines’ role in the rapidly evolving gaming, digital content, and intellectual property (IP) sectors across the ASEAN region. The ceremonial signing marks a pivotal shift in how the country approaches digital creatives education, business management, and intellectual property. By bridging the gap between academic theory and the high stakes world of international game publishing and preparing students for international careers by integrating real world, industry validated learning experiences into its academic and professional development frameworks, Mapúa is ensuring that Filip

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Whoscall PH Reports Sharp Rise in Malicious URLs, Phishing as Top Scam Vector for 2026

Phishing has emerged as the most rapidly escalating digital threat in the Philippines, with risky URLs surging nearly fourfold throughout 2025 and intensifying the need for stronger consumer protection. According to Gogolook’s Whoscall 2025 Philippines Scam Report, malicious URLs jumped from 13,602 in the first quarter to 49,431 by the fourth quarter—an alarming rise that positions phishing as the dominant scam tactic entering 2026. This steep, consistent quarter on quarter increase shows how scammers are shifting away from traditional methods such as calls and SMS and moving aggressively toward link based attacks across messaging apps, social media, email, and other online platforms. Mel Migriño, General Manager and Country Head of Gogolook Philippines, emphasized that the evolution in scam behavior reflects a strategic shift among cybercriminals. “Scammers are shifting from calls and texts toward malicious links and fake social media sites because URLs are easier to spread, harder

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Converge FiberX Student League Reaches Visayas and Mindanao In 2026

It started as an idea: each person, each student, has an “X” in them. The X is a drive, a skill, a particular passion, a story that needs to be shared. This became the seed that grew into the Converge FiberX Student League. Thousands answered the call from different colleges and universities, each student bringing their own story, each wanting to be a part of something bigger, something truly game-changing. From the group, 100 students were chosen. Among the 100, ten stood out. They were the ChosenX. Different backgrounds, different personalities, each with the desire to find their X, their passion, and share it with the world. They first gathered at the DimensionX event to celebrate the kickoff of the Student League. The FiberX Student League Ambassadors found and worked on their X Five of the Student League Ambassadors had their PC setups upgraded through the Super FiberX Battlestation Raid series. Converge visited their homes and presented the powerful PCs, reinforcing the compan

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Canon Philippines Appoints Rafael “Peng” Pleno as Director of Business Imaging Solutions

Canon Marketing (Philippines), Inc. proudly announces the appointment of Rafael “Peng” Pleno as Director of Business Imaging Solutions. He succeeds Kenichiro Kitamura, who has transitioned to Canon Inc. In this role, Pleno will lead the company’s Business Imaging Solutions unit, overseeing managed print services, production printing, and digital workflow solutions that help enterprises across key industries achieve greater efficiency and innovation. With over 20 years of experience in managed print services, digital transformation, and production printing, Pleno has delivered technology-driven solutions to organizations in banking, insurance, utilities, manufacturing, and other sectors. Prior to joining Canon Philippines, he served as a full-time consultant for one of the country’s largest technology companies, developing a comprehensive services portfolio with a strong focus on Device-as-a-Service (DaaS) and Managed Print Services (MPS). Pleno also led country operations for a Singa

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GLoan with Benefits: Handle Today’s Needs, Protect Tomorrow’s Plans

No matter how carefully we plan our budget, there are times when expenses catch us off guard. A sudden repair at home, a restock that costs more than expected, or a school expense that can’t wait. These things happen, and when they do, having quick access to funds can make all the difference. That’s where GLoan on GCash comes in. Every approved GLoan of at least ₱500 now comes with an added layer of reassurance: FREE health and loan insurance, so you’re covered not just today, but for whatever comes next. Covering Today’s Needs, Protecting Tomorrow At home, breadwinners handling an urgent repair or an unexpected bill need a quick solution. GLoan makes it easier to cover immediate household needs, while the free health and loan insurance provides extra protection for the family. It’s not just about fixing what’s broken; it’s about feeling secure while doing it. For small business owners restocking a sari-sari store, cash on hand may not always cover essentials. Instead of cutting ba

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Epson Delivers Fast, Reliable POS Printing for Everyday Office Operations in Retail Organizations

In the fast-paced environment of retail offices, efficiency, accuracy, and dependable equipment are essential for supporting daily administrative tasks. From internal documentation to approval slips and operational reports, office teams rely on printing tools that can keep up with constant activity. Retail organizations that recognize these needs require POS-style printing solutions engineered for consistent, uninterrupted performance. With a global reputation for precision printing, Epson continues to set the standard for dependable office technology—earning the trust of businesses that operate on reliability. With over 50 years of experience in printing and imaging innovation, Epson continues to support retail businesses not only at the frontlines but also in back-office environments through solutions designed for accurate and reliable output. One such device is the TM-H6000VI, a versatile printer ideal for office workflows that require receipt-style printing, slip documentation, an

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