JuanHand, the leading fintech lending app in the Philippines, marks its 6th year in the country by solidifying its position as the country’s top Online Lending Platform (OLP). It has disbursed over ₱45 billion in loans and close to more than 20 million loan disbursements to date, highlighting its success in making lending more accessible to Filipinos.
As Pascual Laboratories, Inc.’s (PascualLab) flagship brand, Poten-Cee, celebrates over five (5) decades of serving the vitamin C needs of Filipinos, it continues to carve milestones in the health industry. At the 60th Anvil Awards at the Manila Hotel, PascualLab received a Silver Anvil from the prestigious PR Society of the Philippines (PRSP) for Poten-Cee's 50th-anniversary campaign, #FiftyFortifiedandForgingForward.
"Mas espesyal ang signing na ito dahil it also signifies my inclusion sa history ng Mesa, sa brand, dahil napag-usapan namin a couple of years ago na kapag tama na ang opportunity bilang proud ambassador, kailangan meron talaga akong physical evidence na parte talaga ako ng MESA. Gusto ko lang i-announce na I will soon …
Visa (NYSE: V), a global leader in digital payments, is collaborating with the Credit Card Association of the Philippines (CCAP) to enhance financial education in the country. Visa will provide modules from its Practical Money Skills global digital platform for use in CCAP's training sessions, aiming to empower Filipinos to make informed financial decisions. Visa’s educational resources aim to help Filipino cardholders in the Philippines, thereby enhancing financial literacy and inclusion in the country.
One alarming trend is the rise of AI-driven attacks, including highly convincing deepfakes enabled by generative AI. Last year, deepfakes impersonating prominent public figures in the Philippines made headlines and impacted reputations. This risk will only continue – in fact, Palo Alto Networks predicts that 2025 is the year deepfakes go mainstream in Asia Pacific. If high-profile individuals can fall victim to identity fraud, children and young people—who are increasingly active on social media and frequently share content—face even greater risks.
This year marks the 20th anniversary of Google Maps! For two decades, Google Maps has been helping people around the globe explore new places, connect with their communities, and navigate the world with ease. In the Philippines, Google Maps has played a vital role in showcasing the country's rich history, vibrant culture, and breathtaking natural beauty.
In Indonesia, intergenerational empowerment also exists to support local entrepreneurs. The Siak Sustainable Creative Center (Skelas) through its incubation program, Siak Sustainable Business Incubation (Kubisa), offers innovative and sustainable solutions in the Siak area, Riau, which is known to have great local economic potential, one of which is by building intergenerational collaboration.
Palo Alto Networks (NASDAQ: PANW), the global cybersecurity leader, has announced the release of a Quantum Random Number Generator (QRNG) Open API framework, empowering organizations to prepare for future quantum security threats.
For most Filipinos who spend a fifth of their waking hours watching TV, there’s nothing quite like coming home and unwinding with the family while tuning into a variety of movies and TV shows. With Cignal, you can create many more bonding moments at home and enjoy unli entertainment as the Philippines’ premier direct-to-home satellite provider launches its newest offering: Cignal Plan 290. The plan is the service’s most value-packed yet, as it comes with 95 channels – 25 in amazing high definition (HD) and 70 in standard definition (SD). It is conveniently available as an add-on to your PLDT Home subscription.
Visa (NYSE: V), a global leader in digital payments, has released new insights into consumer behavior during February 2024. Visa Consulting & Analytics found that more active cards were used for transactions, indicating a change in how Filipinos are celebrating Valentine's Day.
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