HUAWEI and GCash Join Forces to Launch Groundbreaking QR Code Payment Feature to HUAWEI Wearables

HUAWEI Philippines leads the way in accessible, next-generation cashless payments for smartwatches as it unveils the Watch Pay feature with GCash on its latest line of wearable devices. Watch Pay transforms HUAWEI wearables into fast, contactless payment devices, letting users make secure and efficient transactions with QR codes to pay on the go.

The GCash Watch Pay feature is the first in the Philippines to enable QR code payments on wearable devices via GCash. This feature is now available for use on the the HUAWEI WATCH Ultimate, HUAWEI WATCH GT 4, HUAWEI WATCH GT 5 Series, HUAWEI WATCH D2, HUAWEI WATCH Fit 3, and the HUAWEI Band 10 and will be available to wearables launched in the future.

Here Are Six Amazing Picks for On-the-Go Professionals at Logitech’s 4.4 Shopee Travel Tech Fest!

Get big discounts of up to 30% in vouchers, free shipping, and flexible buy now, pay later options!

Going out or working remotely doesn’t have to impede productivity.  Logitech, the global leader of gaming and PC peripherals, is introducing a lineup of premium and travel-friendly accessories at a discount to make working beyond the office seamless and efficient. 

Enjoy up to 30 percent off on selected Logitech items plus vouchers, free shipping, and zero-interest Buy Now, Pay Later options! Pick your favorites and enjoy unbeatable deals at Logitech’s 4.4 Shopee Travel Tech Fest!

m360 CCO Hermi Hizon Highlights MNOs' Critical Role in A2P Messaging at MWC 2025

[L-R] Ramon Hirang, President and CEO, m360 Inc.; Salman Nayyar, Senior Regional Director-Asia, GMS; Charles Upchurch, CEO, GMS; Hermi Hizon, Chief Commercial Officer, m360 Inc.; Usama Shahid, Director of Operations, GMS; Amer Siraj, CRO, GMS; Syed Ali, COO, GMS.

BARCELONA, Spain— Mobile World Congress (MWC), the premier global event for the mobile technology industry, once again transformed Barcelona into a hub of innovation this March. Taking advantage of this industry gathering, GMS, the world's leading AI-driven communications solutions partner for telcos, organized a specialized industry talk featuring m360's Chief Commercial Officer Hermi Hizon.

Score Hot Summer Deals at the OPPO 4.4 Sale

Beat the summer heat with cool discounts at the OPPO 4.4 Sale! From April 2 to 7, get up to 57% off on select OPPO devices, plus exclusive freebies and vouchers. Time to upgrade your tech game this summer for your upcoming beach trips, or simply a nifty new gadget for streaming your favorite shows, playing in the pool, or staying connected under the sun. Whatever tickles your fancy, OPPO has the perfect device for you.

Mark your calendars and get ready to shop and drop on TikTok (April 2,12AM), Lazada (April 3, 8PM), and Shopee (April 1, 12AM) to get all the platform exclusive deals!

2025 Unit 42 Global Incident Response Report Reveals Nearly 44% of Security Incidents Involved a Web Browser

Palo Alto Networks, the global cybersecurity leader, has released the 2025 Unit 42 Global Incident Response Report, which found that threat actors are now evolving their tactics, moving beyond traditional ransomware and data theft to focus on business disruption, AI-assisted attacks, and insider threats. According to the report, almost half of the security incidents (44%) involved a web browser.

In the Philippines, industry players are taking a more proactive approach to building a security framework for digital resilience. The Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) reports that government agencies, academic institutions, and telecommunications companies remain prime targets for cyber criminals, with 10% of attacks targeted at the banking and healthcare sectors.

OPPO, Cultural Center of the Philippines partner to champion arts and culture through mobile innovation

OPPO Philippines Vice President for National Sales Zen Han and Chief Executive Officer Damon Huang with Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) President Kaye C. Tinga and Vice President for Administration and Finance Jose Victor Gaite

Leading global smart device brand OPPO and the Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) have officially sealed a long-term partnership aimed to empower Filipino youth’s love for arts, culture, and creativity through mobile technology and innovation.  

Online celebs share Smart ways to parent your kids in the digital age

While the internet provides kids with access to a wealth of educational materials, creative tools, and opportunities for connection,  parents still need to guide their children to safely navigate the online world.

This is why Smart is strengthening its campaign for responsible digital parenting and child protection. Recently, it gathered parents who are also content creators for a ‘Family Day’ at its flagship store in Mandaluyong City to discuss and share their best practices when it comes to guiding their kids every time they go online.

The event coincided with the launch of the Smart Junior Plan, a first-of-its-kind postpaid plan designed to enable parents and their children to stay connected while providing access to a curated suite of kid-friendly apps and a safer browsing experience with PLDT and Smart’s Child Protection Platform.