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UnionDigital Bank Launches “Kaya Mo” Movement to Drive Real Financial Inclusion for Unbanked Filipinos

UnionDigital Bank (UD), the digital banking subsidiary of Union Bank of the Philippines, has officially launched the Kaya Mo Movement, designed to break barriers to financial inclusion and empower every Filipino to believe in their financial potential. Rooted in empathy, scale, and sustainability, Kaya Mo is UD’s commitment to reimagining banking for the 37.6 million Filipino adults who remain unbanked. The movement aims to make digital banking intuitive, accessible, and empowering—especially for first-time users among sari-sari storeowners, ride-sharing drivers, daily wage earners, and informal workers. The movement was launched during a recent event which brought together UD’s ecosystem partners, digital inclusion advocates, fintech leaders, and grassroots community representatives. Attendees heard compelling stories from microentrepreneurs whose experiences reflect the everyday financial challenges faced by underserved Filipinos—highlighting the real-world relevance of UD’s missio

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How Cybercriminals Exploit Gen Z’s Trends: From FOMO to Fast Fashion

Born and raised in a world of fast-evolving technology, Gen Z is the most internet-savvy generation yet, known for their digital fluency and trendsetting influence. From their earliest years, they have been shaping and redefining the digital landscape, leaving footprints online long before they fully grasp its risks. But as they navigate a world of hyperconnectivity, social media and online shopping, cyberthreats are evolving just as rapidly. To explore the challenges, Kaspersky has launched “Case 404” — an interactive cybersecurity game where players take on the role of an AI detective investigating digital crimes. Explicitly designed for Gen Z, the game helps players recognize how their everyday online habits — from shopping to oversharing — can become entry points for cyberthreats. With the launch of its new game, Kaspersky sheds light on how cybercriminals are turning Gen Z’s online habits into attack vectors — and offers practical tips to turn awareness into digital resilience.

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SM Supermalls Named Philippines’ Strongest Brand

SM Supermalls has been named the Philippines’ Strongest Brand for 2025 by Brand Finance—the world’s leading brand valuation consultancy. With a Brand Strength Index (BSI) score of 95.0 out of 100, the highest among Philippine brands, this recognition reinforces SM Supermalls’ unwavering pursuit of excellence, innovation, and meaningful impact. While ranking 10th in overall brand valuation, with BDO retaining the top spot for the second year, SM Supermalls clinched the #1 position in brand strength, underscoring its unmatched role in marketing, customer experience, and stakeholder trust. For businesses and investors, this signals a brand that delivers measurable growth and transformative opportunities. “SM Supermalls’ achievement as the strongest Filipino brand this year symbolizes success that is built around scale, innovation, and customer experience. Its growing physical presence, paired with its role in both commerce and community, reflects a brand deeply embedded in the nation’s

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Manulife Philippines and Chinabank Sign 15-Year Renewal of Bancassurance Agreement via Manulife China Bank Life (MCBL)

Manulife Philippines, the local arm of leading international financial services provider Manulife Financial Corporation, and China Banking Corporation (Chinabank) announce the renewal of their bancassurance partnership under Manulife China Bank Life Assurance Corp. (MCBL). MCBL offers financial protection and wealth management products and services through 650 Chinabank and China Bank Savings branches nationwide. This strategic partnership, which started in 2007, has been renewed for another 15 years, solidifying the two organizations’ shared commitment to providing holistic life, health and wealth solutions for the long-term financial security of Filipino families. Over the past 18 years, MCBL has introduced comprehensive health and life insurance plans that provide coverage for the most common critical illnesses in the Philippines. Additionally, MCBL focuses on providing customers with long-term savings and retirement planning, helping them secure a comfortable retirement, fund the

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NVIDIA Introduces Innovations, Strengthens Partner Ecosystem to Shape AI Future

At his NVIDIA keynote at COMPUTEX 2025, NVIDIA founder and CEO Jensen Huang unveiled partnerships and advances across artificial intelligence (AI), quantum computing, cloud services, and data center infrastructure to accelerate AI development and adoption. The NVIDIA keynote climaxed with Huang's announcement of NVIDIA Constellation, the company's planned headquarters in Taiwan, set to rise in the Beitou-Shilin Technology Park in Taipei. The decision to establish NVIDIA Constellation in Taiwan highlights its skilled workforce and robust semiconductor supply chain. The facility is anticipated to attract talents from different parts of the world. Alliance to Build AI Factory NVIDIA and Foxconn Hon Hai Technology Group announced they are strengthening their partnership and are working with the Taiwan government to build an AI factory supercomputer to deliver NVIDIA Blackwell infrastructure to researchers, startups, and various industries. In this partnership, Foxconn will provide the

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AI Is Making Cybercrime Quieter and Quicker: Fortinet Survey Reveals Up to 3X Surge in AI-Powered Threats Across the Philippines

Fortinet, the global cybersecurity leader driving the convergence of networking and security, today announced the findings of a new IDC survey that reveals a sharp escalation in both the volume and sophistication of cyber threats across the Philippines and the Asia Pacific region. The study, commissioned by Fortinet, highlights how attackers are rapidly adopting Artificial Intelligence (AI) to scale stealthy, fast-moving attacks—leaving security teams struggling to detect and respond in time. The results reveal a threat landscape that is not only evolving in complexity but also shifting toward gaps in visibility, governance, and infrastructure, posing greater challenges to overstretched cyber teams. AI Joins the Attacker’s Arsenal — And Most Firms Have Felt It The rise of AI-enabled cybercrime is no longer theoretical. Nearly 78% of organizations in the Philippines said that they have encountered AI-powered cyber threats in the past year. These threats are scaling fast, with a 2X i

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KLEVV Demos Memory and Storage Solutions at COMPUTEX 2025

Aligned with the gist of COMPUTEX 2025, KLEVV, the consumer memory and storage brand of Essencore, participated in the annual tech show with the theme “Step Into AI Innovation, Dive Into Memory Evolution”.   The KLEVV booth featured a live demonstration of its next-generation DDR5 modules running at speeds exceeding 10,000MT/s on various motherboards from leading manufacturers. KLEVV unveiled its latest GENUINE V RGB DDR5 memory modules, brandishing a striking black-copper finish to complement robust PC builds. The brand also expanded the URBANE 5 series with new color variants, adding Black RGB and Charcoal Gray non-RGB versions to the selection. For overclockers, KLEVV presented its DDR5 OC CU-DIMM with CKD IC for high-performance computing. The brand also demonstrated its LPDDR5X-based LPCAMM2 memory with a compact heatsink design. KLEVV installed the module on a laptop and a dedicated testing platform to highlight its real-world speed and thermal performance. In addition, KLEVV

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Turning a Small Event into Big Buzz: 10 Tips for Local Businesses in the Philippines

You don’t need a massive budget or an A-list celebrity to get people talking about your brand. Sometimes, all it takes is a well-executed event to generate local buzz, bring in new customers, and get your name circulating in the community. May it be a store opening, a product launch, or a simple anniversary celebration, the right mix of creativity and storytelling can turn even the smallest gathering into a major moment! So whether you’re a neighborhood café in Cebu, a boutique tucked in Quezon City, or a wellness brand finding its roots in Davao, these tips will help you craft an event that sparks conversations and sticks in people’s minds. 1. Start With a Big Idea, Not a Big Budget A small event doesn’t mean small impact. What really captures attention is a fresh idea that speaks to your audience. Maybe it’s a storytelling night in your café, a fiesta-themed anniversary sale, or a live demo featuring real customers. Filipinos love an experience that’s both heartfelt and share-wort

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Biwin Showcases Memory and Storage Solutions at COMPUTEX 2025

At COMPUTEX 2025, Biwin showcased its latest memory and storage solutions designed for work, play, and mobility. With the theme “Built to Win”, the Biwin exhibit included the company’s top-of-the-line Biwin Black Opal SSDs and memory modules designed to meet the demands of gamers, overclockers, and PC enthusiasts. Biwin Black Opal X570 PRO and X570 SSDs Harnessing the power of PCIe Gen 5 x4, the Biwin Black Opal X570 PRO delivers read speeds up to 14000MB/s and write speeds up to 13000MB/s. Using a 6nm controller and 8-channel architecture, the X570 PRO maximizes data throughput while maintaining power efficiency. With up to 4GB DRAM cache, the X570 PRO reaches 2000K IOPS random read speeds for faster high-load scenarios. Meanwhile, the Biwin Black Opal X570 uses an efficient, DRAM-less design and delivers read speeds up to 14500MB/s. Leveraging Host Memory Buffer (HMB) and dynamic SLC cache, the X570 enables faster file transfers, game loading, and application launches. Biwin Blac

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Epson’s WorkForce Enterprise Business Inkjet Printers Achieve Prestigious Five-Star Ratings from DataMaster Lab

Epson, a global leader in professional printing, has been awarded the highest rating from DataMaster Lab in 2025, with a full five stars for the Epson WorkForce Enterprise Series AM-C400 and AM-C550. DataMaster Lab has tested office and production equipment in real-world business scenarios since 2009, using international standards to ensure reliable, comparable results. Its evaluations of print quality strictly follow ISO methodologies, providing an objective and comprehensive analysis of device capabilities. DataMaster Lab’s evaluation concluded that the Epson WorkForce Enterprise printers demonstrate consistent reliability, performing steadily throughout the testing process. Both the AM-C400 and AM-C550 display efficiency while consuming low power, reinforcing the environmental benefits of Epson’s Heat-Free Technology. Productivity was another standout feature, with both printers delivering impressive print speeds. They achieved 100% productivity in duplex mode and maintained 94%

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