fern. releases his first ever Tagalog track, 'Kagandahan'

07/17/2021 03:30:08 PM

Filipino singer-songwriter and producer fern. went Tagalog for the first time with the new song.

Recently, the prolific young artist released Kagandahan, a minimalist pop tune that tackles the overwhelming feeling of being surrounded by beauty, and how people are afraid of it going away.

1 in 2 families in APAC bought or rented extra devices for remote learning —Kaspersky study

07/28/2021 02:25:20 PM

There are one in two families in the Asia Pacific (APAC) region that usually buys or rent extra devices as part of their challenges to keep up with today's challenges of remote learning.

The latest in Phishing on Messenger apps as Kaspersky reports for Dec 2020-May 2021

07/29/2021 01:21:27 PM

Phishing in messenger apps has been rampant in recent months. The question, though, is 'what's new about it?'

The Steve McQueens release new single, 'Mila Ascending'

07/17/2021 03:54:35 PM

The Steve McQueens has recently dropped a new single titled Mila Ascending.

Linggo ng Musikang Pilipino shows more appreciation and awareness for local music this year with more events shown in diigtal platforms

07/22/2021 07:10:10 PM

For the second straight year, Linggo ng Musikang Pilipino goes all-digital as they continue to promote awareness and appreciation of OPM artists from all over the world through multiple social media platforms.

John Mayer drops his 8th studio album, Sob Rock

07/17/2021 01:29:45 PM

Popular and critically-acclaimed musician John Mayer has finally released the much-anticipated album called Sob Rock.

Millennials, Boomers more guarded about future tech —Kaspersky

07/11/2021 10:48:42 PM

It is somehow interesting to notice that both Gen Z and Gen X  users in Southeast Asia are less afraid about future technologies such as biometrics, smart appliances, robotic devices, and deepfakes while Millennials and Boomers have their guards up. 

Bianca drops debut original song, 'Tenth of July'

07/11/2021 09:01:13 PM

Rising singer-songwriter Bianca fulfills the promise of her musical journey with the release of her proper debut single titled Tenth Of July under Sony Music Philippines.

Alex Bruce takes a swipe on 'Fake Friends' on new single

07/11/2021 02:55:15 PM

Alex Bruce displays her female swagger yet again with the release of her new track Fake Friends.

Coins.ph adds new cryptocurrency tokens in USDC, Chainlink, and KNC

07/17/2021 02:22:22 PM

Coins.ph has announced its three new cryptocurrency tokens. 

Customers of the Philippines’ leading blockchain-based digital wallet can buy, sell, and store the three tokens—USDC, Chainlink, and Kyber Network Crystal (KNC)—directly using the Coins.ph app.

Converge wins big at 15h APEA Regional Edition

07/11/2021 08:28:43 PM

Converge ICT Solutions was recently recognized at the 15th Asia Pacific Enterprise Awards (APEA) 2021 Regional Edition as a beacon of excellence in the Philippines telecommunications & ICT industry. 

FLØRE returns with new single, 'Bad Medicine"

07/11/2021 01:40:09 PM

German indie/alt-pop signer-songwriter FLØRE is back with a new single Bad Medicine.

This single follows FLØRE's first single 'Dead Boys' earlier this year and acclaimed debut Oct 2020 EP release “SUPERBLOOM” which was produced by Berlin’s Indie Pop artist NOVAA. A song depicting ironies and toxic relationships, Bad Medicine is the second single by the enigmatic singer-songwriter en route to her full, soon-to-be-released EP ‘ROMANIAC’. 

brb. drops 'saint' music video

07/11/2021 03:32:21 PM

brb. has finally dropped the performance video of their latest single saint to kick off the month.

The WWE Thunderdome Experience

03/15/2021 10:33:28 AM

(Updated 07/17/2021 05:41:38 PM: Heads-up. The following has been written months before WWE end its Thunderdome arena program this past Friday, 16 July 2021.)

It's no secret that the pandemic has screwed the events industry in one way or another. Be it sports, corporate presentation, or even concerts, everything that involves this 6-letter word was practically paralyzed. For the worse part of the year, every city, town, or country has been placed on lockdown; which also meant shows have to be either rescheduled (until further notice) or cancelled; and audiences were forced to stay home.

The Itchyworms marks 25th anniversary with the short animated film for 'The Life I Know'

07/11/2021 09:44:36 PM

The Itchyworms celebrated two and a half decades of being in the music industry through the release of “The Life I Know,” a piano-backed ballad off their fifth studio album, Waiting For The End To Start—released on digital music platforms via Sony Music Philippines.

Barbie Almalbis drops new album, 'Scenes From Inside'

07/16/2021 08:37:32 AM

After a long time of anticipation, Barbie Almalbis has released her fourth studio album.

Leah Halili drops debut single 'Fourth of July'

07/11/2021 03:18:47 PM

Leah Halili has formally made her solo release this past Fourth of July. 

Acronis introduces Patrick Pulvermueller as new CEO

07/11/2021 08:49:06 PM

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Cyber protection company Acronis has recently announced its new Chief Executive Officer in Patrick Pulvermueller.

brb releases sophomore EP, 'fleur'

07/11/2021 01:40:09 PM

The internationally-renowned alt-R&B trio, brb., has finally released their sophomore EP, ‘fleur.’ 

Space Jam scores a comeback for McDonald's Happy Meal!

07/11/2021 07:27:03 PM

The iconic Space Jam Tunes Squad returns this year at McDonald's Philippines! 

SB19 collabs with Ben&Ben for a band version of hit single 'MAPA'

07/11/2021 01:03:05 PM

A rare big-time collaboration has taken place between two of the country's biggest acts today.

Newsletter: For Goodness Cake: The Story of Sweet Resilience As Told By Conti’s Employees

06/24/2021 09:14:00 AM

Author's Note: Even with the pandemic, Conti's continues to roll. In fact, this bakeshop and restaurant brand continues to be resilient and thrive thru 'pasabuy.' This Bayanihan spirit-driven act prompted Conti's to establish their Delight Shoppers Program.

Read more about this campaign and the story behind it through the press release below.

Newsletter: Doja Cat exceeds expectations with legacy-turning pop album, Planet Her

07/02/2021 08:44:51 AM

Author's Note: Much to everyone's clamor and after months of anticipation, Doja Cat has released her new album Planet Her.

The new record is set to solidify the global superstar's legacy so far in worldwide pop music, with critics hailing her and this release. This came at the heels of a string of releases and collaborations that took place at the early goings of 2021.

Read more of this news in the press release below.

Newsletter: Dominic Chin drops stripped-down versions of “clse2u” and hit EP, License To Cry

07/02/2021 08:29:30 AM

Author's Note: Dominic Chin has reimaged one of his works, the emotional cls2u, in a stripped-down version.

The Singaporean singer-songwriter has officially unveiled the new edition of this track through Umami Records, and it featured no less than the Singaporean singer-songwriter Jean Seizure.

Read more of this story in the press release below: 

Newsletter: Acronis establishes new cyber protection R&D center and partner enablement office in Israel

07/02/2021 08:40:02 AM

Author's Note: Cyber protection brand Acronis has formally opened its new office in Israel.

The new site in Herzliya will be the office for the company's cybersecurity research and development, enabling Acronis partners with local sales, marketing, technical, and educational support, as well as, recruiting and activating new cloud partners, as part of the Acronis Cyber Protection Operations Centers (CPOCs).  

Read more of the news in the press release below.

Newsletter: New Kaspersky Password Manager: focus on convenience and enhanced password control

07/02/2021 08:11:43 AM

Author's Note: Kaspersky has recently released a revamped version of its password manager program. 

The New Kaspersky Password Manager boasts numerous improvements across its Windows, iOS, and Android platforms, including support for browsers, a more convenient user experience, and even scanning of documents.

Read more in the press release below:

Newsletter: Escalating work privileges: 64% of employees who argued with the IT department about updates were allowed to use their current versions

07/02/2021 07:37:36 AM

Author's note: Today's workplace seems to be keeping up with today's demands on cybersecurity. Kaspersky reported in their study that how information technology responds well with the demands of updates in their work devices. Nearly two-thirds of staff skip installing updates on certain software or OS at all, following the disputes among over one-fifth of employees with the IT Staff.

All these data statistics and overall reports in this press release below. 

Newsletter: Almost 9M cryptominers prevented in SEA SMBs in 2020, more than phishing, ransomware combined

07/02/2021 07:46:05 AM

Author's Note: Kaspersky has blocked nine million cases of crypto mining last year. It is more than three times compared to phishing attempts, while over 800 thousand attempts of ransomware. 

More about this report from the global cybersecurity company can be seen in the press release below.

Newsletter: BPI-Philam encourages protection for OFWs against the global rise of COVID-19 variants

07/02/2021 07:59:27 AM

Author's Note: As COVID-19 cases still rise across the globe, bancassurance leader BPI-Philam is calling overseas Filipino workers to take care of their hard-earned savings which may become a primary tool during these emergency times. 

Read more in the press release below. 

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Alaala ni PNoy

06/27/2021 01:54:43 PM

Former Pres. Benigno Simeon Aquino IIII. (Photo credits: Britannica)

Ika-3 ng Hunyo 2010. Isang maulan na Miyerkules ng umaga sa kalakhang Maynila. Halos walang tao sa mga tao bandang Balic-Balic at kanto ng Mendiola-Recto-Legarda. Nakatambay sa dormitoryo ng mga kaklase-slash-bakarkada-slash-kasama sa thesis. Habang nagpa-plano para sa mga gagawin sa thesis at tumo-toma ng Emperador, isang balita ang umarangkada sa national media at sa pausbong pa lang na social media — ang panibagong Aquino sa trono o ang may titulo bilang pinakamataas sa sibilyang opisyal o sa pangakalahatan na estado ng Pinas.

Wovensound teams up with Ihasamic! once again for new single 'End Simulation'

06/21/2021 11:40:07 PM

The duo of Singapore-bassed producer Wovensound and acclaimed hip-hop artist Ihasamic! has done it again!

Known for creating a series of collaborations in recent months, the two artists have taken the art to an entirely new level with their new single End Simulation—out now on all streaming platforms worldwide via Umami Records.