Global VC Reefknot Investments Deepens Regional Commitment, Leads Filipino Tech Startup Locad’s US$11M Series A Funding

JANUARY 26 2023, PHILIPPINES – Reefknot Investments (Reefknot), an established global VC that invests in high-performing, transformative startups in Southeast Asia, recently led Filipino eCommerce logistics company Locad’s US$11M Series A funding. The investment into one of the leading and fastest-growing supply chain and technology startups from the Philippines deepens Reefknot’s commitment to building regional …

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Senator Imee Marcos’ Kumustahan With Young Farmers

SENATOR Imee Marcos closes her vlog series for the month of January 2023 with a two-part special streaming for free on her official YouTube channel featuring two of the sectors that are very dear to heart – farmers and the youth. On January 27 (Friday) and 28 (Saturday), the tireless lawmaker will show the highlights …

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Regional insurtech Igloo eyes more opportunities to drive financial inclusion in the Philippines with US$ 27-M in fresh funding

MANILA, PHILIPPINES - Following a successful $27-M Series B+ funding, regional insurtech Igloo is gearing up to further accelerate financial inclusion in Southeast Asia. Seeing tremendous growth in the Philippines, Igloo will be allocating a portion of the funding to deploy more insurance solutions and increase coverage across the country.  The first investment in Southeast …

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Cebu Pacific Excited to Fly Every Juan; Expects Full Recovery in 2023 

Cebu Pacific (CEB), the Philippines’ leading carrier, is firmly in place for full recovery in 2023 and expects to restore 100% of its pre-COVID network and capacity in March, aided by its unbeatable seat sales, widest domestic network, and reinstatement of all its international destinations.  CEB, which has restored 92% of its pre-COVID capacity since December, …

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Do pilots take naps while flying? Content creator and airline captain Mann Ed Demalata answers pilot-related questions

The airline pilot job made it to the Top 10 Best Jobs in a global list. According to Oxford Royale, the prestige of the job is unrivaled given the travel opportunities and the best office view there is. Mann Ed Demalata, one of the youngest airline captains in the Philippines and now capturing netizens' attention …

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MR.DIY shares top household items you didn’t know you needed this 2023

With the holiday season officially over, now is a good time to re-evaluate and set new goals for 2023. Whatever your new year’s resolution is, MR.DIY is here to help you achieve it by providing the most useful things at home for your convenience! Whether you’re looking at sprucing up your home or taking time …

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 SG-based Gigacover Sustains Growth in the Philippines, Inks Partnership with EU-based MAPFRE Insurance

MANILA, PHILIPPINES — Singapore-based insurtech company Gigacover recently announced a milestone partnership with Spanish insurer MAPFRE Insurance to improve 360 protection for Filipino individuals and businesses. Following increased reports of challenged platform workers in transportation and logistics, Gigacover’s collaboration with the global insurance provider also underscores the need to improve coverage for underserved delivery riders.  …

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Knowledge Channel kicks off 2023 with ‘Basa, Bilang Project’

Knowledge Channel Foundation, Inc. (KCFI) kicked off the new year with its “Basa, Bilang” project, distributing 60 episodes of ‘Ready, Set, Read!’ and scheduling training and mentoring for selected grade 1 teachers of 18 public schools in the Department of Education - Schools Division Office of Santa Rosa City, Laguna. “To welcome the new year, …

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Society Pass, Inc. (SOPA) / NusaTrip Expands Services to Philippines

Philippines, January 18, 2023 - NusaTrip, Indonesia’s first IATA-certified online travel agency (OTA) and the travel vertical of Society Pass Incorporated (Nasdaq:SOPA), today formally announces the opening of its second Southeast Asia (SEA) regional office in Philippines. The market for Filipino tourists and foreign workers is sizable. According to the Philippine Overseas Employment Administration's (POEA) …

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Uratex Monoblock launches Bawal Ang Marupok campaign

Plastic chairs, tables and drawers are often used in Filipino households, workplaces, and various establishments. Regardless of size, layout, and design preference, these must-have essentials have proven their importance to furnish and transform a space into a functional, conducive place that can be easily redesigned whenever needed. Due to the high demand, various brands produce …

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