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  • Manny Pacquiao’s Manny Pay Partners with Primelectric for Digital Bill Payments

    Manny Pacquiao’s Manny Pay Partners with Primelectric for Digital Bill Payments

    National boxing icon and former Senator Manny Pacquiao, owner of the Manny Pay digital wallet, has officially signed an agreement with Primelectric President Roel Castro to include Manny Pay among the Third-Party Collection Agents for Primelectric’s utility services. The signing took place at Shangri-La Makati on October 30, 2025, right after Manny Pay’s launch. Primelectric… Read more

  • The Holiday TikTok Takeover: Filipino Creators Bring the Christmas Feels

    The Holiday TikTok Takeover: Filipino Creators Bring the Christmas Feels

    It’s not officially Christmas in the Philippines until TikTok says so — and this year, Filipino creators are once again leading the global holiday trend. From Jose Mari Chan remixes to viral parol-core aesthetics, TikTok’s For You Page has become a full-blown digital Christmas village. The #PaskongPinoy hashtag alone has surpassed 1.2 billion views, with… Read more

  • Powering Change: MORE Power’s Big Win at the 2025 Asia CEO Awards Marks a New Era of Corporate Responsibility

    Powering Change: MORE Power’s Big Win at the 2025 Asia CEO Awards Marks a New Era of Corporate Responsibility

    MANILA, Philippines — What began as Iloilo City’s modern power distributor has now evolved into one of the country’s most socially driven corporations. MORE Electric and Power Corporation (MORE Power) made a powerful statement at the 2025 Asia CEO Awards, where it was named Grand Winner for CSR Company of the Year (Innodata Circle of… Read more

  • Apple iPhone 17 Now Available in PH Stores, Sparks Pricing vs. Specs Debate

    Apple iPhone 17 Now Available in PH Stores, Sparks Pricing vs. Specs Debate

    Manila, Philippines — The Apple iPhone 17 series officially launched in the Philippines this week, with prices starting at ₱79,990 for the iPhone 17 Pro (128GB) and going beyond ₱100,000 for the iPhone 17 Pro Max (1TB), according to Apple PH’s store listings and local tech reports (Apple, Technobaboy, ManilaShaker). The iPhone 17 Pro lineup… Read more

  • Inferno Esports Blazes Into LCP Promotion Tournament

    Inferno Esports Blazes Into LCP Promotion Tournament

    MANILA — Filipino pride is burning bright as Inferno Esports clinched a wildcard berth into the League of Legends Championship Pacific (LCP) 2026 Promotion Tournament. The all-Pinoy squad made waves after sweeping past powerhouse teams from Indonesia and South Asia in the group stages, securing their slot in what could be their biggest stage yet.… Read more

  • PH Telecom Shakeup Could Boost Gaming Speeds

    PH Telecom Shakeup Could Boost Gaming Speeds

    Filipino gamers may soon experience faster and smoother online play as the new “Konektadong Pinoy” law officially opens the country’s telecom sector to fresh competition. The law, signed earlier this year, breaks the long-standing duopoly of existing telecom giants and welcomes new players to invest in internet infrastructure across the Philippines. This move is expected… Read more

  • Top 10 Social Media Trends in the Philippines for 2024

    Top 10 Social Media Trends in the Philippines for 2024

    As the digital landscape in the Philippines continues to evolve, social media remains a powerful tool that shapes public discourse, marketing strategies, and consumer behavior. With more than 86 million Filipinos online, the influence of social media on daily life is undeniable. From video content to influencer marketing, the trends in 2024 are set to… Read more

  • Strategic Communication in the Age of Information Overload

    Strategic Communication in the Age of Information Overload

    We live in a world of information overload. A plethora of information competes for our attention in the media landscape, including press releases, blog entries, social media updates, and news alerts. Now that we live in an information society work and personal life have become more digitally connected — providing numerous sources of information being… Read more

  • The Evolution of Political Advertising in the Philippines

    The Evolution of Political Advertising in the Philippines

    The Solution Evolution Navigating the realm of social media and using it as an advertising platform for political campaigns is gaining popularity. Not to mention the rationality and efficiency of delivering a message to potential voters when carrying out an advertising campaign.  Proper management of campaigns that have far-reaching political advertisements are a fruit of… Read more

  • Agritech Innovations: Transforming Philippine Agriculture

    Agritech Innovations: Transforming Philippine Agriculture

    Agriculture remains a vital sector in the Philippines, employing millions and contributing significantly to the national economy. However, traditional farming methods face challenges such as low productivity, climate change, and resource constraints. Agritech innovations are emerging as powerful tools to address these issues and modernize Philippine agriculture. Precision Farming Precision farming involves the use of… Read more