Author: Team Orange

Singapore based producer-songwriter Eve Alai has finally released “Pills and Potions,” the lead single of his upcoming debut EP, via indie label Umami Records. His first release with the international label features a collaboration with Sri Lankan pop artist, Senara, whose sassy but smooth vocal performance serves as a perfect balm to the track’s throbbing pulse.

Mobile services provider Smart Communications, Inc. (SMART) is officially kicking off pre-orders for the Smart 5G-certified Samsung Galaxy Note20 Series at smart.com.ph/note20 from August 7 to 16, 2020. Smart offers these latest devices on Smart Signature Plans, which recently introduced Korean superstar Son Ye Jin as its endorser, embodying the brand’s goal to simplify the postpaid experience with a prioritized, worry-free, and elevated lifestyle for customers. The Galaxy Note20 Series is best with Smart Signature Device Plan L, which comes with 15GB data, Unli On-Net Calls, 100 Min AnyNet Calls and Unli AnyNet Texts.

foodpanda – the leading global online food delivery platform that operates in more than 40 countries and partner to over 1,000 restaurants nationwide—collaborated with Globe Business to come up with a solution to aid KaPanda riders in connecting to the brand’s delivery app, communicating with customers, and boosting their daily operations. The partnership introduced the special postpaid line, KaPanda Plan 500 which provides foodpanda riders access to unlimited calls and texts to all networks and sizable data allocation. The plan lets them access Roadrunner, the foodpanda delivery app⁠ used to receive customer requests; pandariders, the company’s website; Facebook community and Telegram channels for fleet…

GoDaddy Inc., the company empowering entrepreneurs around the world, today announced Project GO, a new reality show for aspiring Filipino entrepreneurs to pitch their idea to Filipino business experts and compete for the chance to receive one million Philippine pesos in funding to help jump start their venture. Project GO is focused on the spirit of entrepreneurship in the Philippines. The show is designed to capture the full journey from passionate entrepreneurs with a great business idea, to creating a professional online presence for their idea, to pitching the idea to receive funding to grow. As the COVID-19 pandemic continues…

Belmont Hotel Boracay, a 6-story seaside haven impeccably landmarked in the heart of Boracay Newcoast, is now open with an enhanced health and safety program providing guests and associates with confidence and assurance that their well-being is an utmost priority all through-out their stay. A few things guests can expect to see: Submission of Health and Declaration Forms and rapid testing on all employees before reporting back to work. Mandatory use of PPEs (face shields/masks and safety masks) when traversing throughout the property. Non-contact temperature check, footwear, and hand sanitation upon entering all hotel entrances. Contactless check-in & out process…

Homegrown properties of Megaworld Hotels – Belmont Hotel Manila and Savoy Hotel Manila – have been recognized as TripAdvisor 2020 Travelers’ Choice award-winners. Based on a full year of TripAdvisor reviews, prior to any changes caused by the pandemic, award winners are known for consistently receiving great traveler feedback, placing them in the top 10% of hospitality businesses around the globe. Both Hotels were likewise recipients of the Certificate of Excellence recognition last 2019. 

The Itchyworms will be hosting a virtual album launch to celebrate the release of their highly anticipated fifth album, Waiting For The End To Start. A few hours before the 9-track album drops on digital platforms worldwide, the acclaimed pop-rock outfit is set to debut the songs for the very first time through an online listening and live commentary party, which will be streamed live via The Itchyworms’ official Facebook page on August 17, (Monday), from 7:30 pm onwards. Expect a night of fun and entertainment as The Itchyworms perform select cuts from their upcoming release, and promise music listeners…

ABS-CBN Corporation and ABS-CBN Foundation (AFI) commemorate the first death anniversary of Gina Lopez with a month-long celebration of her legacy, which will be showcased on their various cable TV programs and digital platforms. The celebration will be capped by the launch of the book, “I Am Gina,” written by Jenie Chan. The book reveals many untold stories of her life as a missionary in Africa and India, and her struggles and victories when she implemented landmark humanitarian programs in the Philippines. A known environmentalist and philanthropist, Gina Lopez served the Philippine government as Secretary of the Department of Environment…

Many people have found a way to turn their hobbies or passions into a growing and profitable business with customers all over the globe. Among them is Mario Theros, a.k.a. Marco, whose interest in finding the best deals in night markets and bazaars led him to start operating his own apparel brand Move On. “I believe that some businesses start from being a hobby; a hobby that becomes a passion. As long as youre enjoying it, that is a hobby, and when that hobby starts to earn, your hobby becomes your business. Who wouldnt want to enjoy a hobby while…

When it comes to cybersecurity, customers and solutions providers must work together in ensuring that the systems they share are secure. This entails the adoption of good digital hygiene practices not only on the part of the provider, but also the end user. Union Bank of the Philippines (UnionBank) Vice President and Chief Information Security Officer Joey Rufo made this statement during his presentation at the eTalk-Tales online event held by UnionBank last July 15, the second in a series of media roundtable discussions on digital banking in the new normal. Rufo highlighted the serious threat posed by cyberattacks to…

Aruba, a Hewlett Packard Enterprise company, has unveiled innovative workplace solutions and a new vision for three return-to-work scenarios – returning to the office and venues, working from home and ultimately, the office reimagined. Based on Aruba’s AI-powered, cloud-native networking solutions, each scenario provides pragmatic steps for organizations to expedite business recovery and implement contact tracing and touchless solutions that enhance the health and wellness of employees and visitors. The new state of work will be much different from office life prior to the COVID-19 pandemic. The mandate to shut down non-essential physical offices tested the effectiveness of fully virtual…