Author: Team Orange

Visa Foundation pledges $100 million commitment to APEC economies including the Phillipines Visa surpasses its pledge to digitally enable 50 million SMBs globally Visa announces SMB accelerator initiatives in U.S. and 15+ emerging economies Visa (NYSE: V) and Visa Foundation today made several announcements related to their ongoing commitment to support small and micro businesses (SMBs) across APEC and the world. First, Visa Foundation is pledging $100 million to support underserved and women-led SMBs in APEC economies over five years. Visa announced it has exceeded its three-year goal of digitally enabling 50 million SMBs globally by June 2023 and has…

The Jollibee Group has once again been awarded with a 1-Golden Arrow Recognition from the ASEAN Corporate Governance Scorecard (ACGS) Golden Arrow Awards, acknowledging the company’s success in responsible and transparent business practices. Organized by the Institute of Corporate Directors (ICD), the award recognizes the top Philippine publicly listed companies in corporate governance based on the ACGS.

The holiday season often brings joy and excitement, but for many, it also brings the stress of last-minute Christmas gift shopping. If you find yourself scrambling to find the perfect pang-regalo as the clock ticks down, fear not! With a few of these hacks, you can navigate the crowded stores and online shopping frenzy to secure thoughtful gifts for your loved ones without sacrificing quality. Create a game plan Make a list of the people you need to buy gifts for and jot down a few ideas for each person. Having a clear plan will help you stay focused and…

OPPO’s latest flip smartphone the Find N3 Flip is the gold standard in its category, setting itself apart from the competition. OPPO is taking excitement to the next level for every purchase of Find N3 Flip as it offers exclusive MyOPPO App perks for customers. Discover a wide range of benefits covering travel, wellness, beauty, and fashion, when you pair your Find N3 flip with the MyOPPO app. Earn points and redeem different rewards in many ways. Seize these chances to enjoy the benefits while supplies last! MyOPPO App Premium User Benefits Embrace luxury while traveling the globe with OPPO’s…

Give your birthdays a colorful and exciting twist with the all-new Red Ribbon Vanilla Sprinkles Dedication Cake! This new, fun party cake takes the classic vanilla flavor to the next level with a creamier and more colorful ensemble that makes birthdays more special, something kids will surely love. Kids want colorful birthdays, and the Vanilla Sprinkles Dedication Cake offers that wonderful combination of delightfully creamy vanilla taste, and fun, bright colorful design.

Beautéderm founder and chairman Rhea Tan expressed gratitude to her celebrity endorsers and media friends for their support. Present during the birthday celebration and thanksgiving event were Bea Alonzo, Maja Salvador, Enchong Dee, Rayver Cruz, Sanya Lopez, Jane Oineza, and Glydel Mercado. Thia Thomalla, Kakai Bautista, Ysabel Ortega, Thou Reyes, DJ JhaiHo, DJ Cha Cha, KitKat, Ynez Veneracion, Maricel Morales, Rochelle Barrameda, Jimwell Stevens, VG Alex Castro, Sunshine Garcia, Anne Feo, Coun. Ervic Vijandre, Darla Suller, Sherilyn Reyes-Tan, Ryle Santiago, Gillian Vicencio, Luke Mejares were also present, expressing their love for the business mogul. “My heart is full. I am…

OPPO announced the five winning proposals of 2023 OPPO Inspiration Challenge following the completion of the Global Final Demo Event in Singapore. Initiated by the OPPO Research Institute and supported by Qualcomm, GSMA 5G IN, Amazon Web Services and LinkedIn, this year’s Inspiration Challenge saw entrants submit proposals in the two categories of “Inspiration for People” and “Inspiration for the Planet”, each aimed at identifying powerful solutions that support OPPO’s belief in “Virtuous Innovation”. Following three regional challenges and an acceleration camp, five winning proposals were selected from among 687 proposals submitted by teams based in 66 countries and regions…

EdgePoint Infrastructure (“EdgePoint”) – an ASEAN-based independent telecommunications infrastructure company, today released a whitepaper that sheds light on the digital divide in South-East Asia (SEA). Titled “An Infrastructure-Based Approach to Advance Digital Equity in South-East Asia”, the whitepaper identifies connectivity challenges from an infrastructure provider’s perspective in three key economies, Malaysia, Indonesia, and the Philippines, and sets forth comprehensive policy changes to address those gaps. Speaking at the whitepaper launch event, Suresh Sidhu, Chief Executive Officer and Founder of EdgePoint Infrastructure shared, “EdgePoint has unveiled these findings to catalyse meaningful conversations on digital equity in the mainstream. Robust and shareable…

In a momentous celebration of entrepreneurship and economic excellence, AppleOne Group President and CEO Ray Manigsaca received the prestigious Entrepreneur of the Year award at the Grand Chamber Awards (GCA) and Fellowship Night hosted annually by the Cebu Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCCI). Manigsaca received the award on November 29 at Marco Polo Cebu, a recognition of AppleOne’s indispensable contribution to the growth and economic development of Cebu and the bigger business community. The GCA and Fellowship Night are held to acknowledge exemplary individuals, entrepreneurs, and families, specifically honor those who have demonstrated outstanding performance in their respective business…

Leading Philippine cryptocurrency exchange PDAX has announced its involvement with the Bureau of the Treasury of the Philippines (BTR), Landbank of the Philippines, and the Development Bank of the Philippines (DBP) enabling the Republic to issue its first-ever Tokenized Treasury Bonds (TTBs). During the Bureau of the Treasury’s 126th Anniversary event, it was announced that the BTR awarded PHP 15 billion (USD 270 million) of the Maiden tokenized treasury bonds. The bonds were offered to institutional investors, and were priced at a coupon of 6.5% per annum. Bids totalled PHP 31.426 billion, more than triple the initial offer size of…

Renowned Dubai-based Filipino fashion designer, Michael Cinco enthralled attendees of The Philippine Legacy Gala 2023 as he recently presented his exquisite Spanish-inspired creations named “The Impalpable Dream of España” at the Marriott Grand Ballroom, Manila. The highly anticipated fashion charity gala embraced the culture of Spain, showcasing a fusion of art, history and architecture. From the breathtaking Roman Catholicism of La Sagrada de Familia in Barcelona, to the iconic masterpieces of Spanish-native artists like Pablo Picasso and Salvador Dalí, and the captivating Spanish matadors and flamenco dancers, Cinco’s collection captured the essence of Spain in every stitch.