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Solaire Resort is proud to announce its stunning success at the 2024 IAG Academy IR Awards, where it emerged victorious in three of the most prestigious categories: Best IR Gaming Floor for Solaire Resort Entertainment City, Best Regional Asia-Pacific IR for Solaire Resort Entertainment City and Best Overall Marketing Program – Bloomberry Resorts Corporation for Solaire. This incredible achievement reaffirms …

Water from the faucet or tap in the Philippines is not safe for drinking, and the quality of the water does not meet the standards set by the national government, especially in urban areas. Data from the United Nations and Unicef showed that a majority, 53 percent of households in the Philippines do not have access to a safely managed …

TECNO captured the top spots in the recently concluded 9.9 Super Sale, ranking number 1 in GMV sales on TikTok Shop and number 1 in units sold on Shopee among all smartphone brands in the Philippines. This remarkable achievement was driven by the overwhelming success of TECNO’s newly launched SPARK GO 1, further solidifying the brand’s presence in the Philippine market. …

PAGCOR Chairman and CEO Alejandro H. Tengco announced recently that nearly 2,000 units of new and modern slot machines for Casino Filipino gaming venues will be delivered mid-September as part of the agency’s modernization program.  During the opening of the IAG Academy Summit at the Hilton Manila, Mr. Tengco said the delivery of the new machines will level up the …

The Philippines is committed to bolstering its role in ensuring global trade security and preventing the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction (WMD), according to Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Secretary Cristina A. Roque. This commitment was reaffirmed during the Philippine Strategic Trade Management Summit held on September 9.  “As our bid for a non-permanent seat in the UN …

The Catalyzing Inclusive, Resilient, and Circular Local Economies (CIRCLE) Alliance has opened grant for organizations with programs and solutions in combatting plastic waste in the country. Founded by Unilever, the United States Agency for International Aid and Ernst and Young Global Ltd., CIRCLE Alliance is also extending the funding to organizations in other countries in South Asia and Southeast Asia …

Converge ICT Solutions Inc., the Philippines’ leading fiber broadband and business solutions provider, unveiled its groundbreaking product, Converge Concierge with SkyTV, set to transform the Philippine hospitality sector. This innovative all-in-one smart tv solution promises to streamline hotel operations and to elevate guests’ experiences, marking a new era in hospitality technology. Converge Concierge with SkyTV integrates world-class cutting-edge technology with …

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. plans to use funds from the Asian Development Bank (ADB) to improve social services and infrastructure in the country. Speaking at the launch of the ADB Philippines Country Partnership Strategy (CPS) 2024-2029 in Malacañang on Thursday, President Marcos emphasized the importance of turning ADB’s multi-billion funding commitment into concrete outcomes. “The task before us is …

Land Bank of the Philippines (LANDBANK) has partnered with SariSuki, a leading Philippine agritech startup, which aims to revolutionize the agricultural supply chain through the Bank’s AGRISENSO Lending Program. This strategic alliance aims to support over 300 small farmers and Agrarian Reform Beneficiaries (ARBs) by providing accessible financing, hands-on guidance, and a reliable market for their produce, aiming to enhance …

Philippine National Bank (PSE: PNB) was named as the Most Admired Financial Services Provider in the Philippines by the International Business Magazine Awards (IBMA) 2024. “PNB is truly honored for being consistently acknowledged for our sincerity and commitment in providing only the best customer experience here and abroad,” said PNB President Florido P. Casuela. “We will continue to strive for …