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Metropolitan Bank & Trust Co. (Metrobank) recently received from the Social Security System the 2022 SSS Balikat ng Bayan Best Collecting Partner Award under Bank Category. “We are honored to be recognized by the Social Security System as a reliable partner in delivering service to both the agency and the Filipino people,” said Paul Robert Murga, Metrobank Executive Vice President …

Ripple, the leader in enterprise blockchain and crypto solutions, today announced that I-Remit, the largest non-bank remittance service provider in the Philippines, will expand its use of Ripple’s On-Demand Liquidity (ODL) solution to improve its cross-border treasury flows. As a partner of Ripple since 2018, I-Remit is an early adopter of ODL and has been using the blockchain-enabled enterprise solution …

There is no doubt that Filipinos love to shop, be it in malls, online stores, or even on e-commerce platforms. It is a way for us to reward ourselves when we achieve something or if we want to simply show our appreciation to our family, friends, or loved ones. Though shopping is fun and therapeutic, we can’t deny that counting …

As a company that cares for the planet, leading health, wellness, and beauty retailer Watsons is always looking for opportunities to make a positive impact on its customers and the communities. The environment is a big concern for everyone. In line with this, Watsons Philippines partnered with CORA (Communities Organized for Resource Allocation), a non-profit organization dedicated to creating sustainable …

As the country and the business sector slowly recover from the economic effects of the two-year long COVID-19 pandemic, budding entrepreneurs are looking for more business opportunities to invest in. This has been more evident as many employees got retrenched when businesses had to downsize or fully close down.  With that came a significant number of people transitioning to self-employment. …

Studies show that nearly 90 percent of startups eventually fail, leaving only 10 percent surviving to continue their journey. Startups’ success depends on their ability to innovate, and transforming their ideas and scaling up operations require not just luck but proper mentoring and the right network. Eight startups received a P500,000 equity-free grant from Makati City after the qualifying pitching …

Paradise Dynasty The Legend of Xiao Long Bao located at Conrad S Maison, SM Aura Premier and The Podium. Paradise Dynasty known for its 8 flavored xiao long bao or soup dumpling, as one of its famous innovations. (flavors- signature original, ginseng, crab roe, foie gras, black truffle, cheese, garlic, and Szechuan) Each piece in this basket of eight treasures …

The Asticom Group of Companies is looking to offer employment beyond regular full-time jobs, mindful that Filipinos may want to see more work options adapted to their preferences. The shared services group, a wholly-owned Globe subsidiary, is committed to providing new employment opportunities in the next five years as the country slowly recovers from the impact of the pandemic. Mharicar …

DepEd, along with sole local partner SM Supermalls and the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), recently concluded the BIDA Kid Program – a campaign tasked to relay anti-Covid 19 safety reminders following the expansion of face to face classes. Held at the SM Mall of Asia Music Hall and attended by guests such as DepEd Secretary Leonor M. …