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GCash Digital Excellence Awards recognizes 40 key pioneers in enterprise sector

The pandemic has forced both consumers and businesses to change how they conduct their transactions. Business owners have had to adapt and innovate their services to cater to the growing needs of the “new normal.” This is why GCash has been committed to improving its digital products to cater to both the needs of Filipino customers and local businesses and enterprises who need future-ready solutions. The GCash Digital Excellence Awards is an opportunity to highlight real-time and real-life innovation in the Philippine market. GCash, the leading mobile wallet in the country, wants to recognize the institutions that have taken significant steps towards revolutionizing digital solutions and implemented programs that help protect transactions and the delivery of their services. Beginning last year, GCash has started recognizing partners in the public sector along with key individuals who have made impactful contributions in building a financially inclusive country. This year’s GCash Digi

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Eastern Communications expands services to Bicol

Premier Philippine telecommunications Eastern Communications recently expanded its footprint in Bicol as part of its continued commitment to provide strong connections and empower businesses from different parts of the country. As Eastern Communications enters the market of Sorsogon, Naga and Legazpi, it celebrated the event by launching its trademark webinar known as “Via Eastern: Forging Strong Connections''. The telco officially announced the availability of their world-class products and services, ranging from connectivity, data, and collaboration solutions for the locals in the province of Bicol. The expansion is in accordance with their goal of democratizing technology in the country to help businesses of all sizes emerge stronger in 2022. The launch, titled “The Digital Shift: Transformation of a Traditional Media Giant” was attended by members of the Albay Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ACCI) and Metro Naga Chamber of Commerce and Industry (MNCCI). Also invited at the laun

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Upgrade your summer 2022 with these worth-your-savings products

Summer 2022 is here and everybody is ready to make this one different from the past 2 summers that were spent in lockdown. While this means more of the fun and exciting activities people have missed out on, this also means more spending. With all the summer sales happening, it can get hard to keep savings in check. Good thing there’s GLife. In case you’ve missed it, GLife is a whole shopping platform right inside the GCash app with exciting merchants ranging from food and drinks, retail, tech and gaming, homecare, beauty, and even pet care, with exclusive promos every month so you don’t have to worry so much about keeping your savings intact. And with the quality list of merchants, you know that each peso you spend is worth it. Whether you’re looking for something specific or are just looking to do some retail therapy, with GLife on GCash, you’re instantly provided with smart choices on how to spend your Summer 2022 with easily accessible merchants and products right in the palm of y

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PayMaya and The SM Store bring the best mall shopping experience with exciting rewards

With more people now going out to buy their essentials and enjoy some retail therapy, PayMaya and The SM Store are making shopping more convenient and rewarding with two new exciting promos! Shop and get a chance to win an Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max Five Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max are up for grabs until March 15, 2022, as shoppers can avail of one raffle entry for every P1,000 spent at the SM Store using PayMaya QR. The raffle draw is on March 23, 2022, and the posting of winners will be on March 31, 2022, via PayMaya and The SM Store's social media accounts.  Meanwhile, shoppers who will reach a total of P3,000 worth of PayMaya QR transactions at The SM Store during the promo period will get a one-time cashback of P200! To get to know more about how you can win an iPhone 13 Pro Max and get a P200 cashback, read the full promo details here: http://pymy.co/SMStoreQRRafflePromo Double cashback for new PayMaya users PayMaya and The SM Store also have something in store for first-time PayMa

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PLDT, Smart pilot Paybox kiosks in key stores for customer convenience

As part of its push to support and simplify the lives of their customers, PLDT and its wireless unit Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart) have launched Paybox, a self-service payment kiosk machine in key stores. Through Paybox, PLDT and Smart customers can pay their phone and internet bills conveniently and safely. Paybox accepts cash, credit or debit cards, PayMaya QR codes, and virtual change, eliminating face-to-face interaction and allowing customers to do contactless payments in select stores. Customers can also combine two payment methods for a more convenient transaction, and the only information that customers need is their PLDT or Smart account number.  Payments will also be reflected real time on their accounts. Soon, customers will also be able to purchase Smart and TNT prepaid load, do sales and aftersales payments, process corporate bills payments, and update their accounts without having to queue inside the store. “We continue to develop platforms and innovations that ma

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Essential travel tips to keep everyone safe

The year 2022 is here! While the start of the year symbolizes hope, it also serves as a reminder that we all remain vigilant, particularly as the threats of new COVID-19 variants still lurk around.  Due to the upward trend in the number of cases, the National Capital Region (NCR) and some of its nearby provinces are now placed under a higher alert level status. And yes, this means stricter safety protocols and limited outside activities for Filipinos. Long drives, however, are inevitable for some. For instance, those who went to their respective provinces for holidays are starting to go back to the metro. Meanwhile, those in the frontline, especially health workers, sometimes need to travel for long hours to reach their patients.  If you’re one of those who need to travel long hours, Prestone, a proven and trusted quality brand of Auto Care fluids since 1927 and a road safety advocate, reminds you of these safety protocols for your vehicle before you hit the road.  Bring a travel h

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Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 Series: The biggest, boldest, most versatile Galaxy tablet

Samsung has announced its new Galaxy Tab S8 Series, the Galaxy Tab S8 5G/ Wi-Fi and S8+ 5G, and the first-ever Tab S8 Ultra 5G tablet in the lineup with the biggest, boldest display and most powerful performance Galaxy Tab S has ever offered. Sophisticated hardware, premium productivity features, and the seamless ecosystem Galaxy users count on are combined in a single portable productivity powerhouse, designed to be your perfect companion in an always-on, video-first world. The Galaxy Tab S8 Series offers you the freedom and flexibility you deserve to work and play anywhere like never before. More than ever, we rely on tablets for video calling and streaming. Each Galaxy Tab S8 offers an improved video conferencing experience with ultra-wide front cameras, a three-microphone setup, and intelligent auto-framing technology for a truly professional video call experience. It offers revolutionary multitasking capabilities with enhanced Multi-active Windows and Samsung DeX, safe and easy f

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PayMaya makes government payments easier and more rewarding with Bills Bayad Rewards promo

PayMaya is bringing Filipinos the convenience, safety, and time-saving benefits of paying for their fees and dues to the Social Security System (SSS), the Home Development Mutual Fund (Pag-IBIG Fund), the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC), and the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) with the Bills Bayad Promo. From February 1 to March 31, customers who will pay for their Pag-IBIG, SSS, PRC, and BIR fees and dues for the first time using PayMaya can get a 10% cashback voucher. Meanwhile, existing customers who are paying their recurring fees using PayMaya can also enjoy a 5% cashback voucher monthly during the promo period. Users can get up to P200 cashback. "We are always looking for ways to make everyday transactions easier and more rewarding. These include encouraging more consumers to use digital payments when transacting with national government agencies. We want to give users a more convenient experience as we also help promote ease of doing business with the government," sa

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Xiaomi donates $200,000 for Typhoon Rai victims in Philippines, Malaysia

Xiaomi has announced that World Vision Philippines and Yayasan Food Bank Malaysia will each receive a donation of $100,000 from Xiaomi Foundation Limited to support those affected by Typhoon Rai in the Philippines and Malaysia. In the Philippines alone, based on the country's disaster council, more than 870,334 families or 23,380,167 individuals have been impacted by Typhoon Rai, and over 348,642 houses damaged. Hundreds and thousands of volunteers are working around the clock to help those affected and to provide survival essentials such as food and water, hygiene kits, kitchen and cooking sets, emergency shelter kits, and more. Individuals who would like to aid those impacted by Typhoon Rai may send their donations through the following channels: Donation account in the Philippines World Vision Development Foundation Inc. BPIMatalino4251-0024-15BOPIPHMM BDOWest Avenue000-2700-4341-1BNORPHMM PSBANKOrtigas038-33200013-8PHSBPHMM METROBANKWest Avenue060-7060-5186-41MBTCPHMM Dona

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Experiencing first-hand the Honda Big Bike Adventure Series!

It’s been a month since Honda Philippines, Inc. (HPI), the No. 1 motorcycle manufacturer in the country, started offering free test rides for those wanting to step into the world of big bike riding or planning to switch to Honda Big Bikes.  The free test ride aims to introduce and explain all the details about Honda Big Bikes and provide customers with a first-hand experience riding them. It features the Honda Big Bike Adventure series – The All-New CB500X, The All-New X-ADV, and The New CRF1100L Africa Twin – and other Honda Big Bikes, like The All-New CB1000R , The All-New CBR500R and The New CB650R. Since it started, a couple of test riders have already taken this opportunity. After registering online via a link posted on HPI’s official Facebook page, they received a confirmation for the test ride at the world-class Honda Safety Driving Center (HSDC) in Parañaque City.  With requirements that include a valid driver’s license and a complete COVID-19 vaccination card, the free test

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