An increasing number of drivers and transport operators in Metro Manila say maintaining gasoline-powered vehicles for transport services is becoming significantly more difficult amid prolonged congestion, volatile fuel prices and shrinking profit margins. What was once considered a manageable operating…
The Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM), through its collecting Ministries, Offices, and Agencies, will soon introduce a more convenient way for constituents to pay government fees and complete transactions following a new partnership between the Bangsamoro Treasury Office…
Converge is strengthening its commitment to Filipino entrepreneurs with the launch of BizFriend Rewards, a loyalty and engagement program designed to support micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) not only through reliable connectivity but also through meaningful rewards, experiences, and growth opportunities. The initiative signals a strategic shift by Converge SME Solutions to position itself as a long-term partner in the success of its MSME customers. “MSMEs are at the heart of our growth story, and BizFriend Rewards reflects how we value them beyond transactions,”…
Security Bank Corporation (PSE:SEBC) has been recognized at the LinkedIn Talent Awards 2025, winning the AI Pioneer: Learning Champion Award under the Above 10,000 Employees on LinkedIn category. The recognition highlights how the Bank is embedding AI into everyday learning, making development more accessible, personalized,…
KBank will combine its banking capabilities with Ant International’s finAI solutions to enhance cross-border payments and treasury management for Ant International’s ecosystem KASIKORNBANK (KBank) and Ant International have formed a strategic collaboration to jointly develop an integrated financial infrastructure to…
The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) turned over on Tuesday, May 26, seven additional Patient Transport Vehicles (PTVs) to local government units (LGUs) and other agencies, bringing to 189 its total PTV donations. The newest PTV recipients are the…
addresses job mismatch through AI-powered search and matching Job mismatch has long been a concern among Filipino jobseekers. While the national unemployment rate eased slightly to 5% in March 2026, according to the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA), the persistent issue…
What will it take for the Philippines to achieve an economically secure and energy-secure future? The 1973 and 1979 global oil crises, triggered by supply disruptions in the Middle East at the time, exposed the Philippines’ heavy dependence on imported…
Jollibee, one of the flagship brands of global restaurant company Jollibee Group, has opened the newest branch at Hong Kong International Airport (“HKIA”) Terminal 2. It marks another milestone in the brand’s international expansion as it grows its presence in key global travel hubs. Located inside one…
As more MSMEs across the CALABARZON region strengthen their digital presence, cybersecurity awareness and online visibility are becoming increasingly important. To support this shift, PLDT and Smart and the group’s B2B arm, PLDT Enterprise, partnered with business and tourism groups…