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Epson Philippines' 'Trash to Treasure' Encourages Responsible Consumption and Proper Waste Management for a Greener Future

Epson Philippines successfully concluded the pilot batch of its "Trash to Treasure" program, showcasing the company's dedication to sustainability and community engagement. The initiative highlights Epson's ongoing commitment to environmental stewardship and its efforts to enrich the communities where it operates. First launched in 2023, Epson Philippines’ "Trash to Treasure" encourages employees to participate by donating specific types of clean plastic waste, including plastic bottles, egg containers, shampoo bottles, toothpaste tubes, courier pouches, food containers, cutlery, straws, potato chip bags, milk jugs, cooking oil containers, and shopping bags. At the end of the year, Epson Philippines collected a total of 162 kilograms of clean plastic, which were then donated to Pasig City's Environmental Resources and Waste Management Office (CENRO) and upcycled by CENRO's partner organizations into vases, chairs, and other items. Participation in the program is straightforward and

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Medica and MedEthix, First Local Pharma Companies to Win Prestigious Healthcare Awards in Singapore

The Philippines’ major pharmaceutical importers and distributors, I.E. Medica, Inc. and MedEthix Incorporated, were recently awarded three (3) major healthcare awards at the Healthcare Asia Pharma Awards 2024 at Marina Bay Sands, Singapore. The pharmaceutical companies received the Supply Chain Initiative of the Year, Hospital Partnership of the Year, and the Most Differentiated Service of the Year awards. This marks the first time for native Philippine pharmaceutical brands to have won in these categories. The brands are active proponents in the importation, registration, and supply of healthcare products in the Philippines. I.E. Medica and MedEthix executives, Monaliza Balnig Salian, co-founder, president, and CEO, and Ma. Victoria P. Sugapong, COO, accepted the awards on behalf of the pharma group. In her acceptance speech, Monaliza B. Salian said, “The Philippine pharmaceutical industry is heavily dependent on importation; thus, we continuously look for ways to improve our suppl

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New AI-Driven Threats Amplify Cloud Cybersecurity Challenges

As organizations develop and deploy more cloud applications, security becomes more complicated. Many organizations are adopting a hybrid or multi-cloud approach, which has expanded the attack surface and increased complexity. Security teams often struggle to manage and secure their various private and public cloud workloads and environments. And even though multi-cloud adoption has many benefits, dealing with multiple tools adds management complexity, making it difficult or impossible to apply consistent security policies across all cloud environments. Worse, the level of security complexity often grows over time as organizations continue to add cloud services, leading to even more management challenges and costs. The 2024 Cloud Security Report was conducted by Cybersecurity Insiders and sponsored by Fortinet to gain insights into the challenges organizations face in protecting their cloud environments and the strategies they prioritize. The report is based on a comprehensive survey o

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Epson Expands Large Format Technical Printer Line with New SureColor T-Series Models

Epson, a global leader in printing solutions, updates its current line of SureColor T-Series large-format technical printers with the launch of new models — the SC-T7730DL, SC-T7730DM, SC-T5730D, SC-T5730DM, SC-T3730D, SC-T3730DE, and SC-T3730E. The new models are in addition to the current SC-T7730D printer launched earlier in 2022. Developed with precision and efficiency in mind, the new models comprise of added and improved features to produce accurate prints securely and efficiently, to serve evolving corporate and government needs. Advanced Performance with Superior Image Quality The next generation of SureColor T-Series printers boast a remarkable print speed of 23 seconds – the fastest speed in its class – to help businesses achieve greater productivity rates with every print. Businesses can also be assured of outstanding print quality as the all new SureColor T-Series models are equipped with Epson’s latest 2.64-inch PrecisionCore printhead, which provides outstanding image

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LG Announces First-Quarter 2024 Financial Results

LG Electronics Inc. (LG) announced first-quarter 2024 consolidated revenue of USD 16.4 billion and operating profit of $1.001 billion. The company’s home appliance sector demonstrated global leadership, achieving record-breaking revenue and double-digit operating profit margins. The EV components sector, a key driver of future growth, continued its steady expansion. Both the TV and business solutions sectors experienced year-on-year sales growth and returned profits compared to the previous quarter. Despite navigating challenging macroeconomic conditions such as high commodity prices, volatile exchange rates, rising interest rates and delayed demand recovery, LG achieved its highest-ever total revenue for a first quarter. This milestone underscores the effectiveness of implementing sustainable business models like subscription services and leveraging growth opportunities in the promising B2B sector. LG’s emphasis on differentiating features such as AI, energy efficiency and customer-ce

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Towards a Faster Future with WiFi 7: TP-Link to Release Wi-Fi 7 Products in April!

In a time where seamless connectivity has become more ingrained in our daily lives, TP-Link, a global leader in networking products and technologies, recognizes the potential of WiFi 7 in transforming the digital landscape. As such, TP-Link is proud to release the brand’s upcoming range of Wi-Fi products to the Philippine market this year! What is WiFi 7? WiFi 7 is the next generation of wireless technology which promises to deliver significantly faster speeds, lower latency, and improved efficiency compared to previous WiFi standards. WiFi 7 will have high expectations to build upon the advancements and features of WiFi standards which came before it. It will incorporate new technologies to achieve higher throughput and performance. Among these features include its capacity to support even higher data rates than WiFi 6, having reduced latency and faster response times, improved spectrum efficiency for better performance in congested environments or locations, and enhanced multi-use

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Alpas Pinas Celebrates Earth Day, Promotes Benefits of Nuclear Energy for Cleaner PH

In celebration of Earth Day, Alpas Pinas, a non-stock, non-profit organization leading the advocacy for nuclear energy as a clean energy source, together with the Philippine Nuclear Research Institute (PNRI) celebrated Earth Day under the theme 'Every Day is Earth Day with Clean and Green Nuclear Energy.' The celebration took place at the PNRI Compound, located along Commonwealth Avenue in Diliman, Quezon City. Focusing on the cleanliness, affordability, and reliability of nuclear energy, the Earth Day event highlighted how integrating this energy solution into the country’s energy mix ensures a stable and reliable power supply while also fostering a cleaner and greener environment for the Philippines. Alpas Pinas Convenor Gayle Certeza emphasized the environmental harm caused by the country’s current energy source, fossil fuels, and highlighted Nuclear Energy as a clean energy technology due to its lack of greenhouse gas emissions. "As we celebrate Earth Day, let this serve as

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Epson Philippines Sponsors Metro Manila Elementary Schools with Innovative Technology to Enhance Learning

Global technology leader Epson has signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) with the Department of Education (DepEd), represented by Oranbo Elementary School and Demetrio Tuazon Elementary School, under the Adopt-A-School Program. The public-private partnership aims to address the gaps in education by providing support through necessary resources, equipment and learning materials to public schools. With the rapid development of technology, it is essential to incorporate it into the classroom to provide students with the best possible learning experience. Epson Philippines recognizes this need and has provided the two schools selected by DepEd with state-of-the-art projectors, printers enabled by Epson’s heat-free technology, and compact scanners. “We believe that technology plays a crucial role in shaping the future of education, and we are committed to providing sustainable and innovative solutions that will help students learn better,” said Masako Kusama, President and Director of Ep

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Filipinos Gain Easier Access to Insurance with SeaInsure and Igloo Partnership

Filipinos can now easily access various personal and family insurance plans from SeaInsure Philippines through Igloo Philippines’ AI-powered app, Ignite by Igloo. The partnership between the two companies brings greater convenience and empowerment to insurance providers and seekers, giving Filipinos wider accessibility to essential insurance plans and supporting financial resilience. The initial products available on the app provide up to ₱300,000 worth of coverage. These include the SeaInsure Junior Accident Shield (0 to 17 years old), which covers medical expenses resulting from accidents; the SeaInsure Ladies Accident Shield (18 to 45 years old), which provides general accident coverage, including beauty procedures and pregnancy complications; SeaInsure Personal Accident Shield (18 to 60 years old) that takes care of medical expenses from unfortunate accidents; and SeaInsure Senior Accident Shield (61 to 70 years old) that protects from accidents like slips and bone fractures. For

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Palawan Extends Payment Choices: TrueMoney Collaboration Facilitates Sukis Cash Deposit Process

The country’s leading pawning and remittance company, Palawan Group of Companies, has partnered with TrueMoney, the premier provider of innovative payments and financial services in Southeast Asia. With PalawanPay, the fastest-growing e-wallet, and a user base of over 17 million subscribers, the Palawan Group of Companies is poised to bolster and enhance its network of over 25,000 authorized branches, agents, and money shop outlets in response to the growing number of app users. This collaboration empowers Palawan sukis to conduct hassle-free cash-in transactions into their PalawanPay e-wallets in any of TrueMoney's 20,000 centers nationwide. Through cashing in, PalawanPay customers can seamlessly access a wide variety of fast, safe, and secure transactions such as money transfers, bill payments, e-load purchases, QRPH code scanning for payments and purchases, pawn renewal, and ProtekTODO microinsurance. This initiative affirms Palawan's brand promise of providing “mura, mabilis at w

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