Author: Team Orange

Venturi Partners, a Singapore-based investment platform that empowers audacious brands in India and Southeast Asia, announced today that its maiden fund has hit its final close of USD 175 million. The firm may, however, increase the quantum of the fund with demand for investments going up. Founded by veteran consumer investor Nicholas Cator, the investment platform’s expertise lies in identifying and supporting Asian high-growth consumer companies with an online or offline presence in sectors ranging from FMCG to education and healthcare services. The Venturi team has, in their previous roles, invested and supported a variety of consumer brands such as…

As the world starts to slowly open up, there’s no better time than now to go on an adventure! Capture these exciting moments and master every scene with the power of the new Xiaomi 12 Series that is designed to offer clear, crisp images every time and in any condition. Xiaomi 12 is equipped with a 50MP pro-grade main camera with ultra-wide and telemacro lenses, and the Xiaomi 12 Pro has a pro-grade triple 50MP camera array with 50MP telephoto and 50MP ultra-wide lenses. Show the world your joie de vivre with a photo or a video that captures exactly…

After two long years of staying at home, many are raring to make the most out of this year’s summer and have the best of fun with their family and friends. Many have booked their dearly missed trips to the beach to have some outdoor fun under the sun, troop to the mountains to get some fresh air and awesome natural views, or enjoy a relaxing staycation to chill and catch up on the latest chika. No matter how you plan to spend your summer, make it more fun with your favorites from Mang Inasal.

Thirty-three-year-old medical student Ariel Abantes never thought he would actually win anything when he joined Smart’s ‘Balik Tuition Promo 2’ in 2021. And when he did, he thought he only won load credits. But what the sophomore student at Our Lady of Fatima University (OLFU) found out later on was that he was actually taking home the 100-thousand-peso grand prize. “I was awakened by a phone call from a Smart representative. She said she just wanted to confirm some information because I won something. I didn’t believe her until I received the official email from Smart,” recalled Abantes.

MR.DIY, your one-stop shop for home improvement, is set to conduct a National Grand Opening event this Labor Day weekend (April 29, 30 and May 1, 2022) to commemorate the launch of its 18 new stores across the Philippines. MR.DIY currently has 226 branches nationwide, and shoppers will now have the chance to get more opportunities for great deals and value for their money when they buy home items and gifts at these 18 new stores: Colours Town Center, Las Pinas; Waltermart Makati; LCC Mall Naga; SM Hypermarket Handumanan, Bacolod City; San Pablo City Laguna; Victory Mall & Market Tanauan,…

Today PUBG MOBILE, one of the world’s most popular mobile games, has revealed a series of exciting new updates that players can look forward to with the highly anticipated Version 2.0 Update arriving next month. A video released today as part of the company’s ‘Step 4ward’ 4th anniversary celebrations, PUBG MOBILE announced that, after nearly two years of testing, the newly-enhanced Livik map will be officially launched with the Version 2.0 Update. New partnerships with BLACKPINK, EVANGELION, The Great British Teddy Bear Company are also launching with the update, alongside improvements to gameplay, Ban Pan 2.0 and more! The official…

Global apparel retailer UNIQLO today announces the launch of the UNIQLO and MARNI collection, its first collaboration with the Italian luxury fashion brand. This long-awaited collaboration with MARNI has produced a collection that is bold and brimming with playfulness, in a distinctively MARNI style. UNIQLO LifeWear typified by smart designs and technical expertise and the MARNI aesthetic characterized by unique shapes and colorful prints have been brought together in a wardrobe that is fresh and new, and can be enjoyed by everyone as everyday wear. Yukihiro Katsuta, Fast Retailing Group Senior Executive Officer and Head of R&D for UNIQLO, commented,…

Mobile Legends: Bang Bang Professional League – Philippines (MPL-PH) is set to announce the MPL-PH Season 9 Grand Final MVP, Team of the Season, Rookie of the Season, and Best Casters/Panelists after the playoffs. On May 1st after the grand finals, the Grand Final MVP will be awarded to a player from the champion team, provided that he had an outstanding performance during the match.

Max’s Group, Inc. (“MGI” or the “Group”), the largest casual dining restaurant group in the Philippines, continues its international expansion with the opening of Yellow Cab Pizza Co. in Houston, Texas USA. “MGI is proud to be a global exporter of beloved Filipino brands, giving our homegrown products an international stage to showcase the local food scene and bring it closer to diners all over the world,” said Kay Lee, Chief Operating Officer of MGI International. The Houston branch is already the 19th Yellow Cab Pizza store globally and also marks the 10th MGI international franchise opened during the COVID-19…

We all love a classic roasted chicken. But once in a while, don’t we just look for an egg-citing twist and flavors to our favorite roasted chicken? Taste the egg-ceptional newest offering of Kenny Rogers Roasters: Salted Egg Roast, Unfried Fried Chicken, & Unfried Fried Chicken Bun — your all-time favorite Kenny’s dishes, which are elevated with special salted egg flavors to make everyone egg-static with every bite! Available at all Kenny Rogers Roasters stores nationwide starting April 25, customers can enjoy the rich taste of Salted Egg Roast, which is marinated in special herbs and spices, and garnished with…

Metrobank was recognized by The Asset Triple A Country Awards 2021 with the Best Multi-Product Financing award for being one of the Arrangers for Cebu Air, Inc.’s US$840 million capital raising and liabilities re-profiling. In photo are Metrobank Executives: (L to R) Antonio Ocampo, Jr., head of Metrobank Corporate Banking Group and now the new President of Orix Metro Leasing and Finance Corp.; Diego Tuazon and Lia Balagot, Relationship Managers; and Marilen Trinidad, Head of Large Corporates Division 2.