PLDT Enterprise and Lin Man Technology Partner to Advance Smart Metering Across the Philippines

Rollout aims to improve billing accuracy and service reliability

PLDT Enterprise and Lin Man Power Technology leaders collaborate to advance smart metering initiatives for electric cooperatives and private companies nationwide, underscoring a shared commitment to improving efficiency, transparency, and reliable power services. From left to right: Josh Montecillo, Assistant Vice President and Head of Enterprise & International Wireless Product Management, PLDT Enterprise; Ritchie Fong, Head of Customer Relationship Management, PLDT Enterprise; Jay Lagdameo, Vice President and Head of Enterprise Revenue Group, PLDT Enterprise; Jovita Yeo, Chairman, Lin Man Power Technology; and Ivan Yeo, President, Lin Man Power Technology.

HUAWEI Mate 80 Pro and WATCH GT Runner 2 Coming to the Philippines in April

HUAWEI unveiled its latest innovations at the recent "Now is Your Run" global product launch event in Madrid, Spain. Among the powerful lineup, the brand announced the return of the HUAWEI Mate 80 Pro, reaffirming the tech giant’s commitment to delivering cutting-edge innovation and performance to consumers worldwide. The brand also introduced the HUAWEI WATCH GT Runner 2, which represents five years of technological development and redefining the professional running watch category.

Both products are set to launch in the Philippines this April, giving Filipino consumers the chance to experience the HUAWEI Mate 80 Pro’s advanced technology and the HUAWEI WATCH GT Runner 2’s professional-grade running features.

Jobstreet by SEEK: Hiring mistakes can be costly for MSMEs

Building winning teams starts with the right platform

Employees are the backbone of every organization, especially for Philippine micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs). Essentially, hiring talent is a make-or-break step for businesses, and a single hiring mistake can cost an average of Php 740,000, which can have significant and costly consequences for MSMEs that rely heavily on limited resources.

As part of its advocacy to empower MSMEs, Jobstreet by SEEK, a leading online job portal, equips hirers from small businesses to leverage available tools and its pool of talent that best matches their needs.

Globe AT HOME Launches Home AI with Built‑in Broadband, Guarantees Gold Standard Service

Abigail Cardino, Vice President and Brand Head of Globe Broadband Business, takes the stage at The Blue Print by Globe to unveil Globe At Home’s Built‑in Broadband initiative and Gold Standard Service. In her remarks, Cardino emphasized Globe’s vision of fiber as a utility, as essential as water and electricity, that delivers true “Digital Peace of Mind” for Filipino households.

During the latest installment of The Blueprint by Globe, Globe AT HOME unveiled its latest breakthrough in home connectivity: the Home AI with Built‑in Broadband initiative. This innovation integrates fiber ports directly into new property developments, ensuring that homeowners have seamless, high‑speed internet the moment they move in, no waiting, no post-build drilling, just instant internet access to live, work, and play.

Igloo Strengthens Embedded Insurance Leadership in the Philippines Through Scale, New Leadership and AI Innovation

Regional insurtech Igloo is strengthening its embedded insurance offerings in the Philippines, reinforcing its role as a trusted technology partner enabling insurers, digital platforms, and financial institutions to deliver accessible, affordable protection at scale.

Despite rapid digital adoption, insurance penetration in the Philippines remains approximately 1.9%, leaving a significant portion of the population uninsured or underinsured, particularly among lower-income and informal segments. Embedded insurance, which integrates protection directly into digital platforms consumers already use, is emerging as a practical solution to close this protection gap.

Stories of Hope and Resilience: Celebrating the Gawad Alunig x Dalumat Champions

Spotlight on the Filipino innovations that won DOST-TAPI’s national campaign

Innovation stories on a mechanical engineering invention and a sustainable tree-planting method reigned supreme in this year’s Gawad Alunig x Dalumat campaign. The storytellers behind these narratives were hailed as the winners by the Technology Application and Promotion Institute (DOST-TAPI) under the Department of Science and Technology.

Make Your Photos Stand Out with OPPO Reno15 Series’ AI Motion Photo Popout

Some photos capture a moment, others capture attention. The OPPO Reno15 Series 5G is designed to help more of what you shoot become the kind you’ll want to share, starting with AI Photo Popout—one of its most playful yet practical AI features. In seconds, it can transform everyday shots into layered, animated visuals that give images added depth and movement, delivering a quick, polished result without relying on third-party social media editing tools.