Author: Press Release

  • RAFI OTT partners with GCash for reforestation project

    With the Philippines being one of the most severely deforested countries in the tropics due to climate change, the private sector and civil society are working together to urgently address this massive threat to humanity.  As part of its mission to encourage more people to become biodiversity champions, the Ramon Aboitiz Foundation, Inc. (RAFI), through…

  • Visayan Electric maintains ISO certifications for QMS and EHSMS

    True to its commitment to be a world class electric utility, Visayan Electric Co., Inc, successfully maintained its Integrated Management System (IMS) certifications for ISO 9001:2015 – Quality Management System (QMS), ISO 14001:2015 – Environmental Management (EM) and ISO 45001:2018 – Occupational Health and Safety Management (OHS).

  • Priland breaks ground on Vertex Central

    Priland welcomes 2021 with a groundbreaking ceremony for their tallest structure in Cebu City. Located along Archbishop Reyes Ave., Vertex Central sits in a 1,727 sq.m lot. Following this momentous milestone, the project is soon to take shape, adding more vibrancy to its already bustling location.

  • Here’s how moms-on-the-go can prepare healthy and delicious food for the family, according to Saab Magalona-Bacarro

    The ongoing pandemic has been tough on everyone. However, with people staying home, parents have a unique opportunity to spend more quality time with their children. As work transitioned online, multi-tasking has become an essential skill when it comes to balancing work and bonding with the family. For working moms like Saab Magalona-Bacarro, taking care…

  • Infobip full offering of customer engagement, service solutions now available on Microsoft Azure

    Global cloud communications company Infobip announced its full Communications Platform as-a-Service offering is now available on Microsoft Azure. This extends the enterprise customer base globally for Infobip – particularly in the finance, eCommerce, and retail sectors and allows it to expand its core market footprint.

  • SCG, Mariwasa announce first STRUKTURA design competition winners

    SCG, a leading conglomerate in the ASEAN specializing in world-class construction materials, and Mariwasa, a pioneer in the Philippine ceramic tile industry, recently revealed the winning designs of the STRUKTURA future-ready Filipino home competition.

  • Supreme Court institutionalizes videoconference hearings

    170,000 virtual hearings enabled nationwide and digital proceedings resulted in successfully processing 81,000 persons through Microsoft technology The Philippines’ justice system has taken a significant digital leap forward as the Supreme Court of the Philippines formally institutionalized videoconference proceedings for all its courts nationwide. Using Microsoft 365—a unified communication and collaboration platform with innovative Office…

  • South Coast City: SM-Ayala Consortium development in progress

    Ayala Land is introducing a prime commercial development called District Square, located within the scenic seaside South Coast City in South Road Properties (SRP), Cebu City. The waterside commercial area is designed to attract and spur new business investments in the province and will have infrastructure and amenities that support the creation of a vibrant…

  • Emperador posts P8 billion in earnings on strong international growth

    Emperador Inc. – the world’s largest brandy company that owns the iconic and world’s best-selling brandy Emperador Brandy – saw earnings to owners grow 18% to a record P8 billion last year on the back of sustained growth in revenues amounting to P52.6 billion.

  • Google Search directs people to suicide prevention hotline

    The uncertainties and challenges brought about by the pandemic continue to take a toll on mental health. To help the National Center for Mental Health (NCMH) in its service to provide free, reliable and confidential psychological support, Google now instantly shows the NCMH Crisis Hotline on Search.

  • Cubos retained as CBM chairperson for 2021

    Entrepreneur Michael Cubos has been retained by the Cebu Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCCI) as chairman of the Cebu Business Month (CBM) for 2021. Cubos is the founder of homegrown Performance360 Call Center and BPO Services. He was named CBM 2020 Chairperson, succeeding entrepreneur Lilu Aliño, during the CBM 2019 Thanksgiving party at SM…

  • MPTC to light up crosses towering over Cebu, marking Christianity’s 500th year in the country

    Cebu’s iconic CCLEX will light up its eight 40-meter high crosses by April 2021 in time for the country’s epic celebration of 500 years of Christianity in the Philippines. The ecumenical crosses are installed on all four sides of the two main pylons or towers of the Cebu-Cordova Link Expressway, rising a hundred meters over…

  • Phoenix, Grab celebrate Araw ng Dabaw with another Davao-exclusive promo

    Leading independent oil company Phoenix Petroleum will offer another special promo exclusive to first-time Grab app users in Davao City, in time for this year’s celebration of Araw ng Dabaw on March 16.

  • Ramon Duterte Memorial NHS last stop for Smart and DepEd Cebu City’s school caravan

    Connectivity support for 22 Cebu City schools in ‘new normal’ PLDT wireless unit Smart Communications Inc. in partnership with the Department of Education-Cebu City Division has capped off its year-long school caravan at Ramon Duterte Memorial National High School (RDMNHS). RDMNHS holds the biggest population of students in Cebu City, and is among the 22…

  • Phoenix Petroleum bags 4 trophies at 56th Anvil Awards

    Despite the challenging year, Phoenix, now a multi-industry corporation, managed to win a Gold Anvil and three Silver Anvils during the prestigious 56th Anvil Awards for its exemplary programs that delivered significant and positive impact to the community.

  • Xendit launches cardless installment option in the Philippines

    Y Combinator-backed Xendit rolls out PayLater with BillEase, aims at cardless shoppers Xendit, the Indonesia-based financial technology company that provides payment solutions, and FDFC, the fintech company behind the Buy Now Pay Later app BillEase, announce today the launch of their joint PayLater solution to help merchants offer convenient, cardfree installments in the Philippines, where…

  • PLDT, DITO sign interconnection deal

    The country’s largest integrated telecommunications company PLDT and telco newcomer DITO have recently entered into an agreement for the construction of a transmission facility that will serve as the point of interconnection for their subscribers. Under the agreement, PLDT will establish and manage the interconnection facility that will operate as the primary physical interface for…

  • PLDT and Smart power NQC-led Quincentennial commemorations in PH

    The country’s largest integrated telecommunications company, PLDT and its wireless subsidiary, Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart), have been tapped by the National Historical Commission of the Philippines (NHCP) and the National Quincentennial Committee (NQC) to help implement and promote the virtual activities lined up for the 2021 Quincentennial Commemorations.

  • P4,000 discount on best-selling realme devices up this Valentine’s Day

    Squad can score up to 40 percent discount on select realme bundle promos from February 13 to 14 Roses are red, violets are blue, gift yourself and your loved one a smartphone and an AIoT device, too! realme Philippines, as part of its “Love, realme special,” is offering special discounted bundles for its squad from…

  • realme collaborates with Philippines’ top gaming influencers

    The country’s no.1 smartphone brand signs an exclusive partnership with PH’s top gamers and shoutcasters Realme, the no.1 smartphone brand in the Philippines, further cements its position in the local mobile gaming scene with the onboarding of the country’s top gamers, shoutcasters, and gaming influencers. realme Philippines welcomed Rumble Royale talents Ako si Dogie, Nexplay…