Newsletter: Seven Ultra-Rare Miki Matsubara Tracks Make Their Digital Debut for the First Time

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More than four decades after Miki Matsubara first captivated Japan with her extraordinary voice, seven ultra-rare recordings from the City Pop icon’s catalogue are finally available digitally for the first time.

Newsletter: GCash enables users to get instant digital tax refunds across 16 countries

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Filipino travelers shopping abroad can now receive eligible tax refunds in minutes through their GCash wallets. Powered by Alipay+ and its global tax refund partner Global Blue, the new Digital Tax Refund feature enables outbound Filipino travelers to receive tax refunds instantly and directly in Philippine Peso (PHP) through the GCash app.

Newsletter: Digital-PINAS, PLDT, Smart transform Laguna farmers, fisherfolk, small biz owners into digital entrepreneurs

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Over a hundred farmers, fisherfolk, and small business owners across the province of Laguna are now ready to become digital entrepreneurs, through a training conducted by the International Trade Centre (ITC) under the Digital-PINAS initiative, or the Joint Programme on Inclusive, Competitive, and Responsible Digital Philippines.

Newsletter: Confidence through connectivity: PLDT enables Parañaque MSMEs to go digital

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For Fel Roslin, co-owner of Felchie’s Ice Cream House in Parañaque, modernizing the business was not just about adopting new tools—it was about choosing the right partner. "I told my wife that we had to partner with a company that is accessible and dependable," Roslin shared. “With technology now supporting marketing, accounting, and operations, it really matters who you work with.”

Newsletter: Smart and D One mark first year of empowering digital entrepreneurs

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Mobile services provider Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart) continues to strengthen its partnership with D One Legacy PH Corp, working closely to expand digital access and unlock sustainable livelihood opportunities for Filipino entrepreneurs nationwide. The collaboration focuses on equipping D One members with a strong e-loading business foundation supported by Smart’s fast, reliable, and extensive mobile network.

Newsletter: Globe Empowers Communities in Western Mindanao; promotes digital inclusion and environmental protection

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Globe continues to demonstrate its commitment to creating a #GlobeOfGood through a series of impactful initiatives across Western Mindanao, aimed at uplifting vulnerable communities, promoting digital inclusion, and protecting the environment.

Newsletter: Philippines’ Digital Workforce Emerges as Economic Force, Taxumo Report Shows

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The country’s digital workforce, from gig economy freelancers to online sellers and micro-business owners, is rapidly transforming how Filipinos earn and how they pay taxes.

Newsletter: Why Responsible Lending Matters: Happycash’s Commitment to Consumer Rights in Digital Finance

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In the fast-growing world of digital lending, where speed and scale often take center stage, Happycash is setting itself apart by focusing on something more fundamental: consumer protection and responsible lending.

Newsletter: PSA, GCash team up for expanded National ID registration and access to meaningful digital financial services

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(L-R) PSA policy coordinating and monitoring services assistant national statistician Marela Lovely Y. Andres, PhilSys registry office use case development and management OIC and assistant national statistician Atty. Henedine Palabras, deputy national statistician Rosalinda Bautista, PSA national statistician and civil registrar general undersecretary Claire Dennis Mapa PhD, G-Xchange Inc. president and CEO Oscar Enrico Reyes, Mynt chief technology and operations officer Pebbles Sy, vice president for customer experience Joanne Avendaño, and chief legal officer Atty. Maricor Alvarez-Adriano

To simplify identity verification and broaden financial inclusion for all Filipinos, the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) and GCash have partnered to make National ID registration and financial services more seamless and accessible, especially in underserved communities.

Newsletter: Ways Filipinos can secure their finances as the digital economy soars to $31 billion

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Kaspersky, a global leader in cybersecurity and digital privacy, is actively addressing the growing cyber threats facing Filipinos as the country’s digital economy continues to expand. But as the digital landscape expands, so do the risks.

Newsletter: Global IT Outage - Building a More Resilient Digital Future

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By Matthew Hardman, Chief Technology Officer, APAC, Hitachi Vantara

On July 19th, a significant global IT outage resulted in widespread disruptions across various sectors, impacting businesses, institutions, and critical services.

Newsletter: Kaspersky suggests to add sorting your digital clutter to your New Year's resolutions

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This new year, you could have resolved to quit a vice, to learn something new, to manage your finances better and maybe check a couple off your bucket list of places to visit. Cybersecurity company Kaspersky suggests adding another practical and smart resolution to your 2024 list: to protect your precious data by clearing your digital clutter!

Newsletter: PLDT, Smart, TikTok PH fast-track digital upskilling among local farmers and MSMEs, join 6th Bicol Agri Summit

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PLDT and Smart present 'Buy Local Bazaar' on TikTok Shop under its eBiznovation program

PLDT and Smart, together with TikTok Philippines, backed the 6th Bicol Agri Summit, which gathered Micro-, Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (MSMEs) based in Camarines Sur and neighboring provinces. 

Newsletter: PLDT powers microbusinesses 'hyperdigitalization' with resilient, reliable connectivity and digital solutions

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Leading integrated telco network PLDT Inc (PLDT), through its B2B arm PLDT Enterprise, is reinforcing micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in their "hyperdigitalization" efforts. 

Newsletter: Select Power Mac Center stores nationwide now accepting devices for repair

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Customers can now enjoy the convenience of dropping off their Apple devices that need premium repair or maintenance service at select Power Mac Center (PMC) or The Loop stores with a minimal shipping fee. Apart from accessibility, customers can trust that their precious devices are in good hands at Mobile Care Service Center — PMC’s Apple Authorized Service Provider — which will be handling all the necessary repair services with its Certified Engineers and exclusive access to genuine parts.

Newsletter: PLDT, Smart and Catholic Church partner for digital and mental wellness advocacy

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PLDT Inc. and its wireless arm Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart) have launched a meaningful partnership under its Digital health and wellness banner program Better Today PH with the Archdiocese of Cebu’s Commission on Youth and university-based Psychology Center, Kauban—facilitating community-based digital and mental health programs reaching Cebu’s various grassroots communities. 

Newsletter: “Magic: The Gathering Virtual Art Exhibition” to open Friday, 18 February

02/15/2022 03:56:00AM

Author's Note: Magic: The Gathering will hold a virtual exhibition this month. Anyone who uses either virtual reality (VR) or PC devices are in for a treat as the exhibit will feature 83 of the leading Japanese artists, including Tetsuo Hara. More of the event here in the press release below.

Smart to ramp up 5G adoption and Gigalife services in 2022

01/13/2022 12:54:12 PM

Smart Communications, Inc. promises a much better connection in 2022 for their customers. 

Do you have a Digital Ghost? Kaspersky exposes its potential harms

11/09/2021 05:35:41 PM

If you have been using the Internet to do any transaction of sorts, chances are you are considered to be an active digital ghost. How is that possible?

Nearly 2 in 10 in APAC embrace digital payments —Kaspersky study

10/16/202112:45:34 AM

Is cash still the king in Asia Pacific? According to Kaspersky, it still is.