Newsletter: Bitget, The Ascent Project distribute P100k relief aid to Cebu earthquake victims

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Leading universal exchange (UEX) platform Bitget extended its support to communities affected by the recent 6.9 magnitude earthquake in northern Cebu by sending P100,000 relief goods to victims.

Newsletter: Fusion Cebu 2025 Unites Music, Culture, and Community

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The Queen City of the South once again proved its creative pulse as Fusion: The Philippine Music Festival returned to Cebu for its second year, bringing the OPM experience to SM Seaside Cebu. The festival celebrated homegrown pride and unity through a night of music, culture, and collaboration that resonated deeply with Cebuanos.

Newsletter: How MyGlit Is Helping BPO Jobseekers in Cebu and Bohol Access Legitimate Opportunities

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As the BPO sector continues to grow across the Visayas, Filipino jobseekers are increasingly turning to digital tools to find credible and faster employment opportunities. MyGlit, a Philippines Focused job portal, has emerged as a reliable platform connecting local applicants with legitimate BPO openings—especially in Cebu and nearby regions like Bohol.

Newsletter: EDTEK CON 2025: Unfolding the future of education

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THE first edition of the National Education & Technology Conference (EdTek Con) 2025, titled “Unfolding the future of education,” will be held at Waterfront Cebu City Hotel & Casino in Lahug on Friday, March 28, 2025 from 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.; mainly organized by EdFolio, an EdTech start-up from Iligan City, in cooperation with Serial Disruptors, Cerebro and the ICT Industry Council of the Philippines.

Newsletter: Cebuano load reseller wins car, thrives with Smart, TPC

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Cebuano load reseller wins a brand new car from TPC and Smart.

While there’s life, there’s hope.

This has been the mantra of 53-year-old Rufino Cognayo, Jr., a prepaid load reseller with Telepreneur Corp (TPC).

Newsletter: Iconic dream pop band Sugar Hiccup to headline 4-city tour in the Philippines and Singapore next month

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Pioneering Filipino dream-pop outfit Sugar Hiccup will embark on a Philippine tour next month to commemorate more than 30 years as a band.

Newsletter: Sansan Global Development Center Launches Tree-Planting Program in Philippines to Support Local Environment

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Sansan, Inc., a Japanese provider of cloud-based solutions that promote digital transformation (DX) and reshape how we work, today announces a new sustainability initiative in the Philippines led by Sansan Global Development Center, Inc. (SGDC) in Cebu. The Center’s members have planted 150 trees in the Cebu area, based on Sansan’s Scan For Trees program in Japan that plants trees in line with the volume of paper documents (such as business cards and invoices) digitized through its solutions. Sansan provides the Sansan sales DX solution, Eight business card app, Bill One cloud-based invoice management solution, and Contract One contract DX solution.

Newsletter: USANA Empowers Malapascua Island with Garden Towers for Sustainable Nutrition

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USANA Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Usana Health Sciences, has built over 100 garden towers on the island of Malapascua, Cebu in pursuit of providing sustainable and accessible sources of nutrition. This initiative strengthens USANA’s broader mission to be the healthiest family on earth.  Founded in 2012, USANA Foundation's mission is to eliminate hunger and malnutrition globally.   

Power Mac Center holds its biggest launch for iPhone 15

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It’s officially here! Power Mac Center (PMC) has unveiled the new iPhone 15 series in its highly anticipated midnight launch party, complete with fun games and live musical performances from top OPM bands and artists. This year, more Filipino Apple fans received starter kits worth a total of over P18 million in free products and accessories, allowing them to instantly enjoy their iPhone 15 journey.

Newsletter: September Fever to champion Filipino regional indie music with ‘Music Talks’ and ‘Showcase Festival’ programming

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Taking center stage with an electrifying twist, September Fever returns with a two-day festival that puts a spotlight on the regional independent music scenes in the Philippines.

 

Newsletter: Smart ignites Grand Sinulog comeback

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The Philippines’ grandest festival, Sinulog, returned with a bang after a two-year hiatus with PLDT Inc.’s wireless arm Smart Communications, Inc.’s (Smart) full support and partnership with the local government of Cebu City and Sinulog Foundation, Inc.

 

Newsletter: Japan tech unicorn Sansan to open Global Development Center in Philippines

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Sansan, Inc., a Japanese provider of cloud-based solutions that promote digital transformation (DX) and reshape how we work, today announces the establishment of its new cutting-edge Sansan Global Development Center in Cebu, Philippines. The Center will strengthen the development of Sansan’s product functions for global markets by establishing a global-standard technology development environment. 

Newsletter: PLDT, Smart power first Marriott Resort in Cebu, providing seamless connectivity

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PLDT Inc. and its wireless arm Smart Communications, Inc. now power Sheraton Cebu Mactan Resort, the first Marriott Resort in Cebu. Both groups have recently signed a contract wherein PLDT will be the resort’s telco provider for the following services: Premium Internet Service (I-Gate), Smart Enterprise Wireless subscriptions and IOT (Internet of Things).

Newsletter: PLDT, Smart’s all-in-one Ligtas Kits save lives in Bantayan Island LGUs

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PLDT and its wireless unit Smart Communications, Inc. have turned over Ligtas Kits to the three municipalities in Bantayan Island, Cebu. The coastal municipalities of Bantayan, Santa Fe, and Madridejos are among the first recipients of the group’s Ligtas Kits.

 

Newsletter: PLDT, Smart back the return of Cebu's "Pasigarbo sa Sugbo"

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The Philippines’ leading integrated telco company PLDT Inc. and its wireless subsidiary Smart Communications Inc. (Smart) extended full support for the in-person return of the Province of Cebu’s “Pasigarbo sa Sugbo” last August 28, 2022.

Newsletter: Smart powers up Cebu with faster, better, stronger service in new normal

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PLDT Inc.’s wireless unit Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart) has culminated its months-long series of Cebu events in Mandaue City which highlighted its newest campaign dubbed “Smart5G Power Up Cebu”--- offering faster, better, stronger services and programs to support retailers and subscribers.

SYKES fully implements the work-from-home structure in Cebu

11/19/2020 12:39:48 AM

SYKES Cebu has fully implemented its work-at-home set-up during quarantine, and some of its employees have spoken with full support and confidence regarding it. 

Kubra Commander joins Lilystars Records; releases new track 'The Now'

10/12/2020 01:03:44 AM

After flaunting their series of additions, Lilystars Records has welcomed Kubra Commander to its roster of music talents.

Lenovo opens new Legion shop in Cebu City

02/03/2020 07:43:18 PM

Lenovo has taken the Legion gaming experience closer to the gamers of the Queen City of the South as the world's leading PC maker opened its legion concept store in Cebu City last Friday. 

M. Butterfly tours around the Philippines this 2019!

02/05/2019 04:48:22 PM

One of the hottest and best theater awards in recent memory just got better. From Manila to the rest of the country, I must say, as M Butterfly is set to embark on a six-city tour for the next four months this year.