Mindanao stakeholders target world record on most people planting bamboo
To promote bamboo for circular economy, climate resilience, and sustainability, team KAWAYANIHAN composed of the Department of Science and Technology (DOST), along with over 30 institutions in the country, is all set to attempt to be listed in the Guinness World Records (GWR) for “Most People Planting Bamboo Simultaneously (multiple venues)” on October 18, 2024. […]
Eastern Communications Expands Reach to Roxas City’s Emerging Digital Hub
Eastern Communications, the Philippines' pioneering telecommunications company and ICT solutions provider, continues its mission to empower more businesses across the Philippines as the company launches its services in Roxas City, Capiz. The telco provider officially expanded to the city through its “Via Eastern” launch event held on September 13, 2024, at the San Antonio Resort, […]
DOST capacitates 39 DA-SAAD farmers with food safety, good manufacturing practices
TANGCAL, LANAO DEL NORTE—To provide modern technical guidance and assist farmers in value-adding production, the Department of Science and Technology—X (DOST—X) trained the Small Banisilon Farmers Association in food safety and good manufacturing practices. On September 26, 2024, trainers capacitated thirty-nine individuals who attended the training at the Barangay Small Banisilon Gymnasium in Tangal, Lanao […]
PNP, with aid from GCash, uncovers online exploitation and trafficking on social media, messaging apps
The Philippine National Police, with the aid of GCash, has uncovered the proliferation of online children and women trafficking during recent arrests of cybercriminals conducted by the law enforcement body. A human trafficking suspect allegedly exploited victims on a popular social media platform. Posing as clients under various aliases, he purchased pornographic material from victims […]
Globe Telecom partners with The Binary Holdings to introduce something new to Globe customers
MANILA, PHILIPPINES (August 22, 2024) – Globe Telecom, the leading mobile network operator in the Philippines with nearly 59.5 million mobile subscribers, is taking another step at engaging customers in an innovative way by embarking on a strategic partnership with The Binary Holdings. One of the products of The Binary Holdings, specifically, Fando, is […]
Fortinet Completes Acquisition of Lacework
Acquisition adds a leading AI-driven cloud-native application protection platform to the Fortinet Security Fabric Aug 5, 2024 – SUNNYVALE, Calif. News Summary Fortinet® (NASDAQ: FTNT), the global cybersecurity leader driving the convergence of networking and security, today announced that it has completed the acquisition of Lacework, a cloud security and cloud-native application protection […]
Fortinet Annual Report Finds Increasing Linkage Between Cybersecurity Breaches and Skills Shortage
Ninety-four percent of organizations in the Philippines experienced a breach in the last year that they can partially attribute to a lack of cyber skills and 77% attribute increased cyber risks to the skills gap Taguig City, Philippines, August 14, 2024 John Maddison, Chief Marketing Officer at Fortinet “As the skills shortage persists, this leading […]
Transforming Vehicle Oil Changes into the Highlight of Your Day with Shell
For many motorists, even among the most dedicated car enthusiasts, keeping up with regular vehicle oil changes can feel like a hassle. Between busy schedules, driving to the casa or the shop, and the inconvenience of sitting or even standing around and waiting for the service to be done, vehicle oil changes often get pushed […]
Othmann: 30 Years of Trust and Reliability in the Piping Industry
In 1994, with nothing more than a modest rented office in Quezon City and a small but determined team of five, Othmann Inc. set out on a mission to transform the Philippine piping industry. Fast forward to today, Othmann stands tall with over 100 passionate employees, a remarkable portfolio of 50,000 successful projects, and a […]
CBS prepares for Brigada Eskwela 2024 and revives Financial Wellness Roadshow for Teachers.
CBS revives Financial Wellness Roadshow for Teachers CBS China Bank Savings, the second largest thrift bank in the Philippines, is reviving its Financial Wellness Roadshow for Teachers with a Mindanao run and an expected 500 participants. The last time CBS sponsored free Financial Wellness Seminars for Teachers was in 2019, when a total of 21 sessions were held nationwide, including stops in the National Capital Region, Baguio, Cebu, Iloilo, Davao, and General Santos. Led by CBS China Bank Savings Automatic Payroll Deduction Lending Group Head and First Vice President II Niel Jumawan, the 2024 edition of the Financial Wellness Roadshow will focus on refreshing teachers’ knowledge about debt […]