Author: Len Amadora
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Energy Management and Automation Specialist, a ‘Digital Lighthouse’ to Showcase the Possibilities of Industry 4.0
The COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted supply chains and business operations around the world. Amid the disruptions, the consumer packaged goods (CPG) industry has been identified as critical infrastructure to provide for consumer demand. The impacts have been varied across industries—businesses reliant “on-trade” such as brewing have been impacted by lockdowns and have shifted production to necessary products such as alcohol; confectionary and snack sales are booming, thanks to lockdowns, but these companies have deferred capital expenditures; meanwhile, pharmaceutical companies are working on developing ways to combat the coronavirus and accelerating time-to-market.
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AOC Masters Tournament Peaks On A High Note
The AOC Masters Tournament ended with a bang as Indonesia’s Alter Ego takes the top spot, beating Thailand’s Overtime Esports on a heated three-round VALORANT match last December 13, 2020.
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Fintech Apps that Made the Grade Amidst the Pandemic
2020 saw significant changes to the way we live, work and play. As people stayed in the safety of their homes for weeks and months on end, we needed to alter our daily routines and use technology more than ever. From Zoom meetings and food deliveries to online shopping and Netflix bingeing—and occasionally, doing all these things at the same time—our smartphones, laptops, and the almighty internet have become absolute musts in the new normal.
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Building More Sustainable Communities in the Philippines with Cashless Technology
Global social enterprise Plastic Bank® has tapped digital financial services leader PayMaya to build more sustainable communities in the Philippines with cashless technology.
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CES 2021: How Technology Made Houses Our Home
It is that time of the year again when we get to have a sneak peak of how technology will change the world this year. The CES or the Consumer Electronics Show is an annual event held in January where businesses, thought leaders, innovators, global brands and start ups gather together to showcase future trends, products and technology. But unlike previous years because of the pandemic, this year’s event, that runs from Jan. 11 – 14, is all digital.
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The Future of Electrified Mobility in ASEAN
On February 4, 2021, from 13:30 – 15:00 h. Indochina Time (ICT), Japanese automaker Nissan will discuss the future of electrified mobility in ASEAN through the interactive online webinar Nissan FUTURES – Electrification and Beyond. Under the theme ‘Electrifying 250 million cars. An impossible dream?’, hosted by motoring journalist James Deakin, as industry leaders, government officials, media and Nissan executives discuss the opportunity for carbon-neutral mobility in ASEAN.
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Your All-in-Juan Online Wallet Ushers in New Year with a Bang
JuanCash is welcoming 2021 by giving away big prizes with the 6th raffle draw of JuanGrabehan Raffle Promo. 15 lucky winners were drawn last January 4, 2021 and won P500 worth of recharge cards, Huawei smartphones, HiSense Smart TV and a brand new Honda Beat motorcycle!
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CES 2021: A Preview of the New NVMe SSD Lineup and Launch of Workflow Station Along with Readers
Kingston Technology, a world leader of memory products and technology solutions, today announced the launch of its upcoming NVMe SSD roadmap along with Kingston’s Workflow Station and Readers at the all-digital CES® 2021. Despite of adopting a new format this year, Kingston will bring its industry leading SSDs to the forefront for attendees to experience the best-in-class technology virtually.
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Over 3,000 Sites Blocked, Strengthening Online Child Protection
The Philippines’ largest integrated telco PLDT Inc. and its wireless unit, Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart), continue to fortify protection from online sexual abuse and exploitation of children (OSAEC) during the coronavirus pandemic. To date, the PLDT Group has taken down 3,011 sites that host illicit content featuring children as mandated by the National Telecommunications Commission (NTC).
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Shared Insights on Critical Technology That Made Companies Continue on Business As Usual
Health measures to curb the effects of the COVID-19 have heavily affected business continuity for many industries, most especially manufacturing companies that rely on physical work on the factory floor to keep afloat.
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New Video Gives Us Renewed Hope and Meaningful Connections this New Year
The year 2020 was a challenging one but it also made Filipinos realize the most important and meaningful constant in life – FAMILY and HOME. As the nation looks forward to a hopeful start of new year, PLDT Home wraps up 2020 with a collection of inspiring narratives that attested to the strength of Filipino families and the learning experiences that prepared each one for a better year ahead.
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A New Line of TVs that Highlights Commitment to Sustainable and Accessible Future
Samsung Electronics recently unveiled its 2021 portfolio of Neo QLED and Lifestyle TV displays during its first-ever virtual First Look event, ahead of the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2021. The new line underscores Samsung’s commitment to accessibility, sustainability, and innovation with new advancements that help redefine the role of television in consumer homes.
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Cashless Convenience in the Fuel Retail Sector
PayMaya continued to assert its leadership in digital payments processing for the fuel retail sector, adding Unioil recently to its roster of name partners. More than 70 Unioil gasoline stations across Luzon are being equipped with the widest range of contactless options for card and eWallet payments powered by PayMaya.
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An Entry-level Smartphone with Exceptional Performance and Multi-day Battery Life
Global technology leader Xiaomi today announced the addition of a new Redmi smartphone: Redmi 9T. The new king of entry-level, Redmi 9T was designed to deliver the exceptional performance and multi-day battery life that users crave without compromising on photography capabilities and overall design.
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Huawei Announces the Philippines Release Schedule of EMUI 11
Huawei, the world’s leading technology company, announces the rollout of its new EMUI platform, EMUI 11, to an initial 14 flagship Huawei smartphone in the Philippines. Launched last year during the Global Launch Event, EMUI 11 promised to bring notable range of new software features, improvements to privacy and security, as well as a smoother and more intuitive user experience to help Huawei devices stay faster. EMUI 11 is expected to make the Filipinos’ user experience on devices not just seamless, but fun and convenient as well.
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Easy-to-Use Digital Textile Printers Perfect For Building Business Start-ups
The far-reaching effects of the pandemic have changed life as we know it, and as the marketplace moved online, entrepreneurs are finding more creative ways to earn in the new environment. In the same way that technology enables communication and keeps businesses running, it offers opportunities to earn.
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A Collaboration to Elevate Youth Opportunities in Growing Esports Industry
Pilipinas E-Sports Organization (PESO), the National Sports Association for esports in the country recognized by the Philippine Olympic Committee, recently formalized a partnership with Pillar Digital E-Commerce, Inc., the parent company of Mineski Philippines, to officially accredit Mineski’s Youth Esports Program (YEP) as one of PESO’s flagship activities in 2021 to promote the growth of esports among its local stakeholders.
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A Safer and More Convenient Way to Pay for Civil Registry Documents
Filipinos looking to secure civil registry documents from the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) can now pay conveniently for their transactions as digital financial services leader, PayMaya, equips the agency with QR payments.