From Barangay Courts to Battlegrounds: OPPO and MLBB Drive Local Esports in Pampanga and Bulacan

OPPO Philippines and Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB) brought esports closer to communities through the OPPO x MLBB Barangay Caravan, turning barangay courts in Bulacan and Pampanga into lively gaming hubs. The multi-leg tour featured 5v5 MLBB tournaments, community activities, and hands-on OPPO smartphone experiences, making competitive gaming more accessible to Filipino youth.

The caravan drew young gamers, local teams, and MLBB fans for action-packed matches and on-ground engagement, supporting grassroots esports and connecting with Gen Z players where they play.

In-demand Jobs Wrapped: what employers were hiring for

As 2026 begins, you may be among the candidates thinking about where your career is headed next. To guide you through, leading online job portal Jobstreet by SEEK presents ‘In-demand Jobs Wrapped,’ providing a quick look back at the roles that dominated employer searches over the past year.

Administration and Office Support remains the most in-demand role being recruited for, taking up 28.6% of job posts on the platform. Engineering roles are also among the most sought after at 10.2%, followed by Education and Training roles at 9.2%, Call Center and Customer Service positions at 9.1%, and Information & Communication Technology at 6.6%.

DOST-TAPI Announces Gawad Alunig x Dalumat Shortlist, Details People’s Choice Awards Mechanics

Over 160 Filipino storytellers nationwide submitted entries for the campaign

The Technology Application and Promotion Institute under the Department of Science and Technology (DOST-TAPI) has announced the shortlist for the 4th edition of the Gawad Alunig x Dalumat (GAxD) campaign. The agency received nearly 200 entries from across the country following this edition’s new theme and mechanics. 

Out of 70 submissions nationwide, 40 video clippings qualified as part of this edition’s Gawad Alunig short list. The contenders include videos from the National Capital Region, the Cordillera Administrative Region, Region I, Region III, Region IV-A, Region IV-B, Region V, Region VI, Region VII, Region VIII, Region X, Region XI, Region XII, Region XIII, and the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao. 

Igloo and Angkas Partner to Provide Affordable Insurance for 20,000 Riders

Leading regional insurtech Igloo has partnered with the Philippines’ largest motorcycle ride-hailing platforms, Angkas, to protect riders with personal accident and medical insurance.

Ride-hailing services have become essential to urban mobility, especially in a country with a fragmented public transportation system. The fast-growing sector is projected to reach USD 1 billion in revenue by 2030.

4-in-1 PC-Like Productivity Companion is Here: HUAWEI MatePad 11.5 (2026) Dynamic Edition Launches for Only PHP 19,999

As we step into 2026, HUAWEI continues to make productivity more accessible with the launch of the HUAWEI MatePad 11.5 (2026) Dynamic Edition, an exclusive tablet designed to help you start the year stronger and work smarter. Delivering the best PC-like tablet experience for only PHP 19,999, it’s built for students, young professionals, and everyday multitaskers who want a more flexible way to stay productive. Combining powerful productivity tools, a detachable keyboard experience, and reliable all-day portability, this tablet makes it easier to turn New Year’s resolutions for productivity into everyday progress.

Whether you’re working on documents, attending online classes, or managing daily tasks on the go, the HUAWEI MatePad 11.5 (2026) Dynamic Edition helps you stay focused, efficient, and in control without needing a traditional PC.

Make 2026 Yours: Claim the Year of New Possibilities with Galaxy AI

It is time to make 2026 yours and step into the New You. Leave behind the endless scrolls, information overload, and distractions that weighed you down, Galaxy devices powered by Galaxy AI help you reclaim focus, creativity, and time. AI curates the content that matters most, boosts your productivity, and frees up space for what truly counts—your goals, passions, wellness, and loved ones.

Discover how Galaxy devices powered by Galaxy AI personalize your 2026, helping you step purposefully into the new you and be mindful in 2026.

ZTE Recognized on CDP Climate A List for Third Consecutive Year, Ranking Among the Global Top 4%

ZTE secured a place on CDP Climate A list for the third consecutive year, making it the only company in mainland China to achieve this distinction three times in recent years

ZTE demonstrates its commitment through quantifiable results across four key dimensions: Green Operation, Green Supply Chain, Green Digital Infrastructure and Green Empowerment

ZTE Corporation (0763.HK / 000063.SZ), a global leading provider of integrated information and communication technology solutions, has once again secured an "A" score for climate change from CDP, ranking among the top 4% of companies globally.

A Smarter Way to Get Through the Day with the OPPO A6 Pro

Our days are packed with tasks—from long commutes and group work to quick errands and assignments. In the rush between them, having a phone that makes multitasking easier matters. The OPPO A6 Pro keeps up with every demand, using Smart AI features to support work, school, and content creation seamlessly.

Power through documents on-the-go with AI Smart Office

Being stuck in rush hour traffic, let alone having to mind your stack of deadlines in between, can be a hassle, especially in your daily hustle. 

This is where the OPPO A6 Pro’s AI Smart Office features come in. With AI Summary, you can instantly pull out the key points of an entire document in seconds, while AI Rewriting helps refine your text in different styles. AI Translate lets you view meanings side by side with the original text, even when it’s in another language.

Renowned designer Len Cabili finds work-life balance with the help of world-class innovation

Filip+Inna founder and creative force Len Cabili has long been celebrated for her artistry and commitment to Filipino heritage through her work with Filipino artisans. Her pioneering fashion label bridges traditional craftsmanship with modern design, honoring the work of indigenous artisans while placing Filipino creativity on the global stage.

Behind her creative success is a lifestyle built on connection and innovation, one made seamless by Smart Infinity, Smart's premium postpaid brand, whose world-class service helps her stay inspired, efficient, and balanced wherever she goes.

A Smarter, Sleeker, Brighter Year with the New Galaxy Tab A11+

The Galaxy Tab A11+ brings families and go-getters together in style and productivity, starting at ₱14,990

Samsung brings a smarter screen to life’s everyday moments, whether exploring new ideas, learning side by side, or playing together at home. Following the Galaxy Tab A11 introduced last year, the all-new Galaxy Tab A11+ WiFi | 5G steps into the new year with smarter performance. This immersive new Galaxy Tab delivers premium entertainment, intuitive AI-powered tools, and seamless Galaxy Tab ecosystem integration, creating a safe and inspiring space for learning, creativity, and shared family moments.

Every day made smarter

From busy mornings to relaxing evenings, the Galaxy Tab A11+ is built to keep up with the rhythm of family life. Enjoy everything on a large 11-inch display with a high 90Hz refresh rate, perfect for multitasking, streaming, gaming, or content creation. Powered by the boosted CPU and GPU of the Octa-Core processor, the Galaxy Tab’s optimized performance delivers smooth, interruption-free usage no matter the task.

OPPO Find X9 Breaks the Barriers of Mobile Photography

Redefining what a flagship smartphone camera can achieve, the OPPO Find X9 sets a new standard for mobile imaging with its innovative capability to capture full-resolution 50MP photos by default, delivering unprecedented clarity without relying on shooting modes or manual tweaks.

This breakthrough delivers unprecedented clarity and detail, with 8K-level resolution across all three rear lenses every time you press the shutter, marking the brand’s biggest leap in camera innovation yet. It is designed specifically for creators, visual storytellers, and photography enthusiasts in mind. 

Delivering Professional- Grade Quality with the LUMO Image Engine

ABB powers Philippines’ first AI-ready hyperscale data center with resilient, sustainable infrastructure

VITRO Santa Rosa, the Philippines’ largest and most advanced data center, sets new benchmarks in AI-readiness

Complete ABB electrification solution delivers reliable, scalable power distribution across the 50MW facility for AI and cloud workloads

Collaboration with local partner Distribution & Control Products, Inc (DCPI) ensures advanced, compliant solutions tailored to the Philippine market

ABB has powered VITRO Santa Rosa, the Philippines’ largest and most advanced data center, with a complete electrification solution, enabling the country’s first AI-ready hyperscale data center. Located in Laguna, just south of Metro Manila, the 50MW site is setting new benchmarks for AI readiness, reliability and sustainability as the Philippines emerges as one of the world’s fastest-growing data center markets.

A Care Companion for Family Health and Safety

The Care Companion zone concluded Samsung’s “Your Companion to AI Living” vision at The First Look 2026 — highlighting technology’s most human purpose, care.

For decades, care has been reactive, addressing problems only after they arise. Samsung aims to change that by embedding AI across its product ecosystem to support safety, health and security. The goal is to shift care from response to anticipation — an approach Samsung calls Intelligent Care.

TP in the Philippines wins double honors at HIMAP Awards 2025: Makabago Award for Innovation and Pamayanan Award for Community Impact

TP in the Philippines (formerly Teleperformance), a leader in digital business services, continues to fortify its presence and position as an innovation and community-impact leader after earning two of the highest distinctions at the HIMAP Awards 2025, an award giving body recognizing excellence and innovation in the healthcare information management industry, held at Shangri-La The Fort, Bonifacio Global City.

The organization received both the Makabago Award for Excellence in Technology and Innovation and the Pamayanan Award for Excellence in Community Development and Outreach Programs, reflecting TP’s unique ability to blend advanced technology with sustained, institutionalized social impact.

Tap, Shop, Enjoy—OPPO’s Official Online Store Goes Live with Exciting Perks

Leading global smart device brand OPPO officially launched its online store in the Philippines, giving consumers easier and more convenient access to its lineup of innovative devices.

Accessible via the web and the My OPPO App, the platform allows Filipinos to browse, review, and purchase OPPO products anytime, anywhere.

The online store carries OPPO’s complete product lineup, including the A Series, Reno Series, flagship Find Series, as well as IoT devices and accessories. Shoppers can also enjoy a range of online-exclusive deals and promotions, including:

• Free Shipping
• Bundle Offers and freebies
• Extended warranty promotions
• Redeemable discount vouchers through the My OPPO App.

ICYMI: realme Crowns New Ambassadors and Celebrates PCC Champions at Campus Playfest 2025

Fans enjoyed experiential booths, live performances, and the NU Bulldogs’ championship victory that capped off this year’s biggest campus esports gaming event.

realme returned to Campus Playfest powered by Collegiate Center for Esports for the second time, as the official smartphone partner, bringing a fresh round of exciting activities and special moments at the SM Mall of Asia Music Hall to the country’s biggest year-end celebration in esports.

During the event, guests Sharlene San Pedro and Doc Z visited the realme experiential booth, where the Squad enjoyed interactive games and grand raffle prizes, such as the realme Buds T310 and the realme C85 5G smartphone. Both creators also joined the realme Squad Match, a best-of-three exhibition Call of Duty: Mobile Showmatch powered by the realme 15 Pro 5G, playing alongside fans from the realme Community, with Doc Z sweeping the rounds and claiming victory with a 2-0 score.

Globe and Taguig City Conducts Safety Workshop to Strengthen Digital Protection for Young Leaders

Globe and Taguig City empower students in digital safety. Participants learn data privacy and responsible online behavior at the Children’s Digital Safety Workshop on November 13, 2025, in Barangay Central Signal.

As digital platforms continue to influence how young Filipinos learn, communicate, and explore opportunities, the need to safeguard children online has never been more critical. In response, Globe worked with the City Government of Taguig to provide essential digital protection training through the Children’s Digital Safety Workshop held on November 13, 2025, at the CDRRMO Training Plaza in Barangay Central Signal.

Globe Coop Boosts Student Learning and Cyber Safety at Kapt. H Francisco School

Globe Coop continues to support holistic learning through its Back-to-School Program, providing students at Kapt. H Francisco School with school kits, improved digital access, and cyber safety workshops.

Globe Coop Project Carevan recently brought its Back-to-School Program to Kapt. H Francisco School in Taguig, supporting 100 students with essential learning tools, technology upgrades, and digital safety education. This initiative is part of the Globe CoopCAREavan, an employee-driven outreach program where Globe’s regional teams roll out localized initiatives across the country to support vulnerable groups, including special children, teen mothers, fisherfolk, out-of-school youth, students, and indigenous communities like the Mangyan  and the Aeta communities.

Balik Eskwela Program Brings Digital Literacy, Health Support, and Technology Access to Quezon City High School Students

Building confident, responsible digital learners. Globe Coop’s Balik Eskwela Program equipped Quezon City High School students with digital safety skills, hygiene kits, and enhanced lab connectivity.

Globe Coop’s Balik Eskwela Program reached over 200 students at Quezon City High School, providing a holistic learning experience designed to empower students both in the classroom and online. The initiative combines digital skills training, personal wellness support, and technology access, reflecting Globe Coop’s commitment to creating future-ready learners in today’s increasingly digital world. This is part of the Globe Coop CAREavan, an employee-led outreach program by Globe’s regional teams, delivering tailored initiatives nationwide to support vulnerable groups such as special children, teen mothers, fisherfolk, out-of-school youth, students, and indigenous communities like the Mangyan and the Aeta communities.

Southeast Asia Marketers Lose a Full Day a Week to Manual Ad Adjustments, DoubleVerify Report Finds

During DMAP DigiCon 2025, DoubleVerify highlighted how automation and AI are redefining the marketer’s role, from managing tasks to driving creative and strategic impact.

Marketers across Southeast Asia, including the Philippines, lose the equivalent of a full workday each week to manual ad adjustments, DoubleVerify found in its  2025 Global Insights report on AI and automation. As campaigns grow in scale and complexity, marketing teams spend nearly 12 hours per week on repetitive optimization tasks, limiting time for strategic planning and innovation.

“The marketer’s challenge isn’t access to data, but the ability to act on it efficiently,” said Tinee Cruz, Senior Business Director at DoubleVerify Philippines. “Automation isn’t about replacing human creativity; it’s about clearing room for it. By freeing up teams from repetitive work, marketers can concentrate on strategy, storytelling and innovation, three core elements that support brand growth.”