MVRK Simulations, ROC PH named as winners of DTI’s IDEA and ADVanCE for Creatives Programs
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MVRK Simulations, ROC PH named as winners of DTI’s IDEA and ADVanCE for Creatives Programs

ByTrixie Dauz

22 April 2024, Philippines – The Department of Trade and Industry, through the Competitiveness and Innovation Group (DTI-CIG), in collaboration with startup accelerator Launchgarage, celebrated the innovation and drive of local creative startups as they awarded the winners of its Incubation, Development, and Entrepreneurial Assistance (IDEA) and Accelerating Development, Valuation, and Corporate Entrepreneurship…

The Muhlachs: Balancing Fame and Family
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The Muhlachs: Balancing Fame and Family

ByTrixie Dauz

MANILA, Philippines – If there’s one family that inspires Filipinos as role models of unwavering love and devotion in an industry marred by countless heartaches, it would definitely be the Muhlach family. From when Aga and Charlene first met on the set of the iconic 90’s sitcom, “Oki Doki Doc”, to…

Smart Empowers Users to Upgrade to eSIM Without Losing Their Number
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Smart Empowers Users to Upgrade to eSIM Without Losing Their Number

ByTrixie Dauz

PLDT wireless subsidiary Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart) is driving wider eSIM adoption among Filipinos as it now enables prepaid subscribers to conveniently switch their physical SIM to an eSIM without changing their number – the first service of its kind for prepaid customers in the Philippines. The digital version of…

DTI unveils top 5 startup finalists of ADVanCE for Creatives Program
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DTI unveils top 5 startup finalists of ADVanCE for Creatives Program

ByTrixie Dauz

03 April 2024, Philippines – The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) has officially announced the top five startup finalists for the Accelerating Development, Valuation, and Corporate Entrepreneurship (ADVanCE) for Creatives Program on March 21, 2024, at the Launchgarage Innovation Hub in Quezon City. Selected from an initial pool of eight…

J&T Express Philippines reaches new horizons, plans wider expansion on its 5th anniversary
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J&T Express Philippines reaches new horizons, plans wider expansion on its 5th anniversary

ByTrixie Dauz

J&T Express, the Philippines’ leading logistics and delivery service provider, proudly commemorates its fifth anniversary, reflecting on an extraordinary journey marked by exponential growth, unwavering commitment to service excellence, and significant contributions to the community. Since its inception in 2019, J&T Express Philippines has experienced phenomenal expansion, currently operating an…

GS1 Philippines kicks off landmark shift from barcode to QR code to bolster local retail industry’s digital transformation
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GS1 Philippines kicks off landmark shift from barcode to QR code to bolster local retail industry’s digital transformation

ByTrixie Dauz

19 March 2024, Manila, Philippines – In an era where consumers demand instant, transparent information about their purchases, the supply chain industry is undergoing a transformative shift. The 2023 Global Shopper Study by Zebra Technologies revealed that 77% of retail associates confirm that today’s shoppers are more informed than ever, highlighting a well-connected,…

Repakol All Fired Up for the “Tropa US Tour”
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Repakol All Fired Up for the “Tropa US Tour”

ByTrixie Dauz

The unstoppable combination of Miniong Cervantes and Noel Palomo, the heart and soul of Siakol, may be playing under the name Repakol these days, but they are still producing the same beloved music that defined the seminal 90s band: gritty, raw, edgy, and streetwise anthems. Even though the three-decade-old name…

‘Under a Piaya Moon’ and ‘Last Shift’ Lead the Winners of Cinepanalo 2024
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‘Under a Piaya Moon’ and ‘Last Shift’ Lead the Winners of Cinepanalo 2024

ByTrixie Dauz

The first edition of the Puregold Cinepanalo Film Festival was met with enthusiasm by moviegoers. ‘Under a Piaya Moon’ of the full length category bagged 8 awards, while the short film ‘Last Shift’ went home with 5. Here is the full list of winners: SHORT FILM CATEGORY Best Poster –…

For Kuh Ledesma, there are songs with double meaning
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For Kuh Ledesma, there are songs with double meaning

ByTrixie Dauz

When one says the name Kuh Ledesma, it conjures up an image of her lavish concept shows. In the 1980s, she was well-known for organizing solo performances in places like the Cultural Center of the Philippines, Araneta Coliseum, PICC, and Folk Arts Theater. At the time, singers avoided such venues…