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Metro Manila, Philippines – When a stranger pressures you to act quickly, it’s a warning sign of a scam. It’s the most used strategy of scammers today: make people panic so they’ll act fast without pausing to think. They create fake emergencies and make it seem like an urgent problem that needs immediate attention. It can start with an alert sent to your phone or email that you need to cancel a suspicious transaction, or claim expiring rewards, or ask you to change your information right away because your bank account has been compromised. For senior citizens, BDO advises them to be W.A.I.S - Wise, Alert, Informed, and Secure - by thinking twice before acting, staying alert, asking questions, and…

Metro Manila, Philippines – Telecommunications and ICT solutions provider Eastern Communications continues to build on its presence in Mindanao with the launch of its Experience Center in Davao City and sustained participation in key regional industry conferences, reinforcing the company's commitment to the region's growing business and digital landscape. As emerging hubs such as Davao and Cagayan de Oro continue to gain momentum, Eastern Communications has strengthened its connectivity infrastructure and customer engagement platforms across these developing cities. This builds on the company's existing operations in the region and aligns its growth with Mindanao's own economic trajectory. Launched on August 10, the Experience Center at Damosa IT Park in Lanang district serves as a one-stop destination for connectivity, digital transformation,…

Metro Manila, Philippines – LANDBANK has earned international recognition for advancing the Philippines’ energy security and clean energy transition, receiving the Karlsruhe Sustainable Finance Award for Outstanding Sustainable Project Financing. The award recognizes the government financial institution's sustainable power and energy infrastructure financing portfolio, which supports large-scale renewable energy and power projects that expand clean energy capacity, strengthen grid reliability, and meet the country’s growing power requirements. “This recognition inspires us to further expand financing for projects that will shape a cleaner, more energy-secure future for the Philippines. LANDBANK will continue to mobilize capital for strategic investments that deliver reliable power to communities, strengthen the economy, and advance sustainable development for generations to come,” said LANDBANK President and CEO Lynette…

Metro Manila, Philippines – As industries accelerate digital modernization and sustainable infrastructure upgrades, the Smart Technology Pavilion will debut as a headline showcase at Taiwan Expo 2026, taking place on Sept. 17–19 at the SMX Convention Center Manila. Bringing together 26 leading Taiwanese innovators, the pavilion offers local business leaders, integrators, and public sector stakeholders a direct look at practical, ready-to-deploy hardware and software solutions across artificial intelligence, edge computing, industrial safety, cybersecurity, smart infrastructure and sustainability. Addressing the growing demand for intelligent automation, featured exhibitors will highlight adaptive AI vision and robotics built for industrial and commercial deployment. AIRA Corporation will showcase its airaTrack, an all-domain person tracking solution designed for precise crowd analytics and security management, while CyberLink…

Metro Manila, Philippines – More than 66,000 students, faculty members, and campus stakeholders across 23 academic institutions nationwide now enjoy faster, safer, and more convenient access to digital financial services through LANDBANK’s Cash-Lite Campus Initiative, helping young Filipinos build financial skills and manage money more effectively. Since its launch in April 2025, the program has introduced students to practical digital banking tools that make everyday transactions easier, from opening bank accounts through a mobile phone to paying school fees online. The initiative also benefits campus food vendors, micro-merchants, and transport providers by connecting them to formal banking services, expanding economic opportunities and promoting financial inclusion within school communities. “LANDBANK’s Cash-Lite Campus program goes beyond making payments easier. It gives students…

Mark your calendars! The TaxTech & E-Invoicing Summit Philippines is happening on Sept. 15 in Manila. Themed “Driving Philippines' Next Phase of Digital Tax Transformation, E-Invoicing & Intelligent Compliance,” the event, organized by Fortinus Events, will gather CFOs, tax and finance leaders, and industry experts to navigate the BIR's e-invoicing mandate, AI-driven compliance, and what's next for tax and finance. Internal Revenue Commissioner Charlito Martin Mendoza will be the guest of honor. 🗓️ 15 September 2026 📍 Sheraton Manila Bay, Philippines Scan the QR code to register your interest, or reach out to info@fortinusevents.com for more information.

Metro Manila, Philippines – The countdown to Motunui begins. As Disney’s Moana Live-to-Film Concert sails towards its October 3–4 performances at The Theatre at Solaire, anticipation is building for a weekend of music, adventure, and a special opportunity for fans to meet the artists bringing the beloved story to life. The concert will feature Disney’s Moana projected on the big screen, with its acclaimed score and songs performed live by the 78-member Filharmonika Orchestra. Janella Salvador will provide the vocals for Moana, with Gian Magdangal as Maui, conducted by Gerard Salonga. MEET MOANA, MAUI, AND THE MAESTRO Six winners per show will be selected at random for an exclusive Meet & Greet with Janella Salvador, Gian Magdangal, and Gerard Salonga…

Metro Manila, Philippines – The government and a major private sector developer are giving more options to avail of housing loans and provide preferential pricing on selected units, buyer education, and planned homebuyer programs. Pag-IBIG Fund and SM Development Corp. (SMDC) signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) Sept. 8 to widen the range of SMDC homes that qualified members may purchase through Pag-IBIG housing loans. The partnership advances efforts by the Department of Human Settlements and Urban Development and Pag-IBIG Fund to strengthen private-sector participation under the Expanded Pambansang Pabahay para sa Pilipino Program. These efforts make projects from more of the leading developers available through Pag-IBIG financing, giving members, particularly middle-income Filipino workers, greater access to quality, well-located homes…

Metro Manila, Philippines – Raising children. Caring for aging parents. Planning for your own future. For many families, these responsibilities don’t come one at a time. They happen together, often leaving working adults to stretch their finances across two generations while trying to prepare for what lies ahead. This is the reality of the “sandwich generation” - parents who are supporting their children while also helping care for their own aging parents. A family breadwinner already comes with plenty of responsibilities. But when two generations depend on you, an unexpected illness, disability, or loss of income can affect more than your own financial plans. It can put your family’s goals and day-to-day needs at risk. What the numbers reveal The…

Metro Manila, Philippines – The Lactacyd Women’s Run PH Series continues to gain momentum, with its Makati leg now officially sold out, signaling strong interest in the nationwide celebration of women’s health, wellness, and empowerment.  Set for Oct. 25 at Ayala Triangle Gardens in Makati City, organizers said the event is expected to gather 12,500 participants in celebration of Women’s Health Awareness Month, in particular to move with purpose, connect with one another, and prioritize physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing.  The Lactacyd Women’s Run PH Series brings this celebration beyond Metro Manila, giving women across the country more opportunities to come together through movement and community. Following the Makati leg, the series will continue with physical races in Davao on…