Author: Team Orange

Alsons Development and Investment Corporation (Alsons Dev), Davao City’s premier real estate company, was honored as one of BDO Home Loan’s Top Developer Partners for 2023 during the BDO Annual Developers’ Appreciation Event. Alsons Dev officially received the prestigious Sapphire Award and Most Compliant Award, underscoring Alson Dev’s dedication to providing exceptional customer service and meeting the dynamic real estate needs of Mindanaoans. This marks the first time that BDO acknowledged the Davao-based developer on the prestigious list. As the sole awardee from Davao and Mindanao, Alsons Dev solidified its position as a regional industry leader, highlighting its unique influence…

realme, the world’s fastest-growing smartphone brand, unveiled its Camera Control Button last August 14, ahead of its global competitors, making it a pioneer among other tech brands in conceptualizing the dedicated camera button designed to revolutionize mobile photography. realme’s Vice President and Global Marketing President, Chase Xu, recently gave fans an exciting sneak peek of the new Camera Control button on social media, using a demo realme unit to showcase its features. In the video, Xu demonstrated how seamlessly the Camera Control button works, highlighting its intuitive design. With just a simple slide, users can adjust the focal length, while…

Barbie Almalbis continues to confront her inner struggles by releasing another song that openly addresses them in a musical way, following the release of her previous songs “Desperate Hours” and “Homeostasis.” Her new song, “Happy Sad,” reflects on her own mental health and the stigma behind it, while helping her process her feelings through writing songs. The alt-pop figure explains, “Sometimes we have to let go of things, and there are just things beyond our control, and we just got to continue, walk in and through the ‘wilderness,’ but I’ve always found hope in God that even through the hard…

Globe, the leading telecommunications and digital solutions provider in the Philippines, has been recognized for having the Best Network Reliability Solution at the 5G Core Summit Awards, hosted by leading tech market insight firm Informa Tech. The award recognizes the mobile operator that “has achieved exceptional stability and reliability in its network infrastructure” and “demonstrates excellence in maintaining high performance across diverse regions, understanding and meeting user expectations, and minimizing downtime,” according to the awards website. The recognition is a nod to Globe’s pioneering efforts to build up its 5G network, with its outdoor coverage reaching 98.45% in its capital…

This year’s LinkedIn Talent Awards named Union Bank of the Philippines’ (UnionBank) Human Resource Group an AI Pioneer underscoring the significance of investing in upskilling and empowering people to thrive in the digital era. “As the leader in the digital transformation of banking here in the Philippines, UnionBank has a strong commitment to being at the forefront of technological advancements, integrating it into our products, services and operations for a seamless customer experience, but also making sure our workforce is equipped with the digital skills they need to keep up with the ever-changing technological landscape,” said UnionBank Chief Human Resource…

In an exciting lead-up to this year’s Geeks On A Beach (GOAB) conference, which will be held in Cebu on November 13, exclusive master classes will be featured tailored for leaders and startups looking to elevate their skills. “GOAB masterclasses offer in-depth insights and practical takeaways, empowering participants to excel and thrive in their fields. We encourage budding entrepreneurs and tech enthusiasts to join,” said Tina Amper, GOAB lead organizer. Each master class offers a comprehensive two-hour workshop on tech, startups, design, and business topics led by international industry experts.

Clout Kitchen, a consumer AI startup with operations in Los Angeles and Manila, today announced its $4.45 million seed funding round. The round was co-led by a16z SPEEDRUN and Peak XV’s Surge – with participation from Taiwan’s AppWorks, Antler, Hustle Fund, Founders Launchpad, Orvel Ventures, and founders & creators like Gabby Dizon (YGG), Kun Gao (Crunchyroll), Voyboy, Jankos and Perkz. Established in 2024, Clout Kitchen builds creator-powered interactive experiences in gaming and pop culture that unlock new ways for top creators to engage and expand their fan base.

Canon today announced that there are plans to increase awareness of its smart workspace solutions in Asia . According to industry research, the Asia Pacific Smart Office market is set for strong growth between 2024 and 2029, with a projected Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 10.5% . This area is increasingly becoming more attractive to business sectors in Asia including corporate offices, educational institutions, healthcare facilities, entertainment venues, and manufacturing firms. There is a demand for smart workspace solutions that is driven by users’ need for seamless, tech-driven management tools to enhance productivity and manage dynamic work environments effortlessly.…

Pointwest, a Filipino-owned IT-BPM company with over two decades of industry experience in servicing global companies, has recently been named by HR Asia as one of the Best Companies to Work For in the Philippines this year. This is the company’s first recognition from HR Asia and marks the culmination of Pointwest’s continuous efforts to create an outstanding work environment for its employees. “This award is more than just a recognition; it is a commitment—a commitment to continue striving for excellence, to continuously improve, and to provide an exceptional experience for our employees,” said Annalie Ventura, Pointwest’s Chief Human Resource…

Continuing her rise to mainstream acclaim, dwta releases her new single “’Di Naman” via Sony Music Entertainment. On her lushly arranged alt-pop track, the Albay native expresses her frustrations with someone who may not reciprocate the same infatuated feelings as hers. As dwta describes it, “’Di Naman is a song about the playful but frustrating side of unrequited love. Back when I first started writing it, it felt like I was just venting about my crushes and my fear of rejection. But as time passed and I experienced more, I realized the song wasn’t just about being scared to make…

Conrad Manila has been crowned as the Best Business Hotel – Philippines at the 33rd Annual TTG Travel Awards 2024, held in Bangkok, Thailand. This prestigious award underscores the hotel’s exceptional business services, facilities, and its unwavering commitment to providing value-added benefits for business travelers. Voted by travel agents and industry professionals across the Asia-Pacific region, the TTG Travel Awards celebrate hotels that set the benchmark in their respective categories. This marks the second time Conrad Manila has been recognized with this distinguished honor.