How AI-Powered Lending App Is Expanding Financial Access in the Philippines

Artificial intelligence (AI) is helping to bridge this gap by leveraging alternative data, like utility payments, e-commerce activity, and social media behavior, to enable faster, smarter, and more inclusive credit assessments. Citing the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP), the Alliance for Financial Inclusion (AFI) highlights alternative data as a strategic priority in advancing financial access nationwide, and lending platforms like JuanHand are implementing this vision. It utilizes AI to expand access to credit for millions of Filipinos traditionally excluded from the formal financial system.

Watsons kicks-off with EXTRA-mazing surprises at SM Mall Of Asia

WATSONS amped up the energy on June 24 with the official launch of its Shop Now for EXTRA-mazing Surprises campaign at the Watsons Mall of Asia store. Shoppers, fans, and guests were treated to a vibrant experience filled with brand showcases, exclusive product perks, and limited-time surprises that truly deliver on the campaign’s promise. #WatsonsExtramazingSurprises

Café Koreano by Bonchon Unveils Its First Spot: Chill Out with a New Wave of Korean Cool at Festival Mall Alabang

Prepare to experience café culture as Café Koreano by Bonchon is thrilled to announce the grand opening of its first-ever stand-alone location, a groundbreaking concept poised to introduce an modern and sophisticated ambiance and a new dimension of Korean refreshments to the bustling halls of Festival Mall Alabang.

The Legacy Lives On: Encantadia Chronicles: Sang’gre!

Following two decades of magic, love, and power, with a community built on dreams and imagination, GMA Network is continuing the legacy with the highly anticipated comeback of the most iconic fantasy series of all time with “Encantadia Chronicles: Sang’gre,” now airing on GMA Prime!

Celebrating 12 Years of OLED Excellence, LG Showcases “Fragments” by Isaiah Cacnio at the National Museum of Natural History

LG Philippines brought together art, technology, and heritage at the National Museum of Natural History through a special partnership that exemplifies the beauty and diversity of Philippine geography and identity. The centerpiece of the event was “Fragments”, a solo art exhibition created in collaboration with Isaiah Cacnio, the first digital and motion graphics artist to be featured at the National Museum.