Sinelas.atbp advances cultural preservation and community empowerment in Lake Sebu through T'boli artisan workshops and education support. Founder Amy Revilla is also expanding into ready-to-wear with "at iba pa," collaborating with Jared Servano and Sofia Jude.
Temus, a Singapore-based AI and digital transformation company established by Temasek, today announced a strategic investment in Thinking Machines Data Science, a Filipina-founded AI and data company headquartered in the Philippines and OpenAI's first official Services Partner in Asia Pacific.
Fiuu, the leading fintech platform in Southeast Asia, has secured a JCB Direct Acquiring license as a Regional Acquirer across Malaysia, Singapore, and the Philippines. The milestone strengthens Fiuu’s card acquiring capabilities by enabling Fiuu to connect directly with JCB and process transactions in-house, reducing reliance on intermediaries and giving merchants a more dependable way to accept JCB payments across online and offline channels.
According to the latest Workplace Happiness Index: Philippines 2025 released by Jobstreet by SEEK, Gen Z workers report the lowest workplace happiness at 76%, with 39% saying they often dread going to work, underscoring the higher levels of stress experienced by the country's youngest workforce.
Tackling the pervasive issue of job mismatch by bringing “relevancy” to the forefront of the job search experience, SEEK, the parent company of Jobstreet and Jobsdb launched its newest campaign, Find Better Matches.
Chocolate fever is sweeping the globe. From the rise of premium chocolate trends in Europe to the viral "Dubai chocolate" phenomenon on social media, cacao has once again ascended as a high-value commodity. Yet cacao is far from a new crop in the Philippines. Introduced during the Spanish colonial period, it has long been woven into Filipino culture through traditional products such as tablea and tsokolate de batirol. Today, chocolate is no longer just a confectionery staple, it is a premium product that reflects origin, craftsmanship, and sustainability.
Xcellcoms Enterprises has officially opened the i-CHARJ Electric Vehicle Charging Hub at Km. 17 Drive and Dine NLEX in Barangay Canumay, Valenzuela City. Operating 24/7, the new facility marks a major step forward in expanding the region's accessible, sustainable energy infrastructure.
In the glitz and glamour of the entertainment and beauty industries, brand endorsements are often seen as purely transactional. Contracts are signed, posts are scheduled, and checks are cashed. But for celebrity couple Bulacan Vice Governor Alex Castro and former SexBomb Girls member Sunshine Garcia, their relationship with homegrown beauty empire Beautéderm is a rare exception.
Vendors and customers alike have lauded the significant improvements in the Iloilo Central and Terminal Markets, citing better facilities and improved comfort that have contributed to an easier shopping experience and higher income for vendors.
In the Philippines, where digital retail payments already account for 57.4% of total transaction volume, and QR Ph adoption continues to grow, expectations are evolving beyond access. Customers are beginning to favor experiences that feel immediate, familiar, and secure – whether online, in-store, or on the move.
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