Author: Team Orange

Life has no guarantees and can be quite unpredictable. But while certainty may seem ideal, the highs and lows of life do make it exciting and fulfilling. Celebrities Donny Pangilinan, Matteo Guidicelli, Sarah Geronimo, and Piolo Pascual know this all too well, being a part of an industry known for its volatility. For Donny, who, among the four, is the latest to join showbiz, uncertainty comes in the form of roles he has never done before. Meanwhile, being a young married couple in a new chapter of their lives, for Matteo and Sarah, it’s all about planning their life together.…

Following the successful launch of the realme 11 that finally completes the lineup, each smartphone from the realme 11 Series allows users to perfectly enhance everyday moments. Packed with powerful and innovative features, users can maximize their productivity when it comes to creating content, gaming, or just about anything they put their mind into. Here are some ways to level up usual activities with the realme 11 Series: Content Creation An ongoing trend in social media is creating fun dance trends on TikTok, and with the realme 11 Pro+ 5G, creating content can be done effortlessly and easily. For all…

Globe has renewed its partnership with esteemed esports team Blacklist International for a second year, promising to bring even more exclusive experiences and rewards to the passionate gaming community. The contract renewal, signed at the recent Electronic Sports and Gaming Summit (ESGS) 2023, is a testament to the shared values and continued synergy between the two entities. “We in Globe are thrilled to once again be partners with great esports teams such as Blacklist International. Blacklist International being consistently reliable and synonymous with winning. It is really a perfect match,” said Mike Magpily, Vice President, Customer Segment and Strategy at…

Within the landscape of e-commerce, live-selling platforms have become pivotal in reshaping how sellers connect with consumers. Shopee Live, a dynamic and interactive live-streaming feature, has emerged as a game-changer, allowing Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) to extend their reach and foster engaging shopping experiences. We spoke with three notable KOLs who have harnessed the transformative power of Shopee Live to learn more about their success. Their journeys unfold as a testament to the platform’s ability to empower local entrepreneurs, drive growth, and create meaningful connections in the vibrant world of online commerce. Kyla Cañete – Tala by Kyla: A Five-Year…

Building solutions provider Holcim Philippines, Inc.’s efforts to advance sustainability performance alongside business results continue to gain momentum with the successful debut of its electric trucks for deliveries and another award for environmental performance. Holcim Philippines has procured two mid-sized electric trucks for its Bulacan plant to better serve customers located in areas that cannot accommodate larger vehicles. The company is the first to use electric trucks in the cement industry. This follows Holcim Philippines’s power purchase agreement on Oct. 26 with Berde Renewables, which will build, operate, and maintain rooftop solar facilities on the former’s plants in Bulacan and…

PLDT-Smart Foundation (PSF), the social outreach arm of PLDT and Smart, signified its commitment to strengthen the linkage between technology and education in the Philippines with “RISE to the FUTURE: Synergizing Education and Industry Innovation”. Speaking before key leaders and stakeholders from the industry and the academe, PLDT and Smart Chairman Manuel V. Pangilinan underscored the Group’s support to the key digitalization efforts of the national government in the field of education. “May we usher in an era of deeper collaboration, mutual listening, and more focused education, which can truly equip our youth with the skills, the mindset, and the…

Kaspersky researchers recently uncovered a new malicious WhatsApp spy mod, which is now proliferating within another popular messenger, Telegram. While the modification serves its intended purpose by extending user experience, it also clandestinely harvests personal information from its victims. With an extensive reach surpassing 340,000 in just one month, this malware predominantly targets users who communicate in Arabic and Azeri, though victims have been identified globally. Users often turn to third-party mods for popular messaging apps to add extra features. However, some of these mods, while enhancing functionality, also come with hidden malware. Kaspersky has identified a new WhatsApp mod…

Manulife Philippines, the local business of global financial services provider Manulife, recently announced the appointment of Sailesh Nalinakshan as the company’s new Chief Agency Officer (CAO) and Grace Mallabo as its new Chief Health and Product Officer (CHPO). As CAO, Sailesh Nalinakshan expands his previous role as Manulife Philippines’ Head of Agency Transformation and Strategy, where he led the development and execution of the Company’s new agency operating model. In his new role, he will continue empowering Manulife’s thousands-strong agency force, anchored on strategies that bolster initiatives on digitalization, sales and productivity, talent recruitment and development, training and data analytics-based…

The energy sector in the Philippines remains a daunting challenge for companies and investors alike. With the growing population and the need to automate businesses, the demand for power increases. However, as electricity costs continue to soar, businesses are faced with the challenge of downsizing or relocating to other countries to lower operational costs. Seeing this as an opportunity rather than a problem, three visionaries– Sergius Angelo Santos, Matt Levin Chua Tan, and Bradley Cua– have emerged as the driving force behind SolX, a groundbreaking digital energy solutions platform. The founders, who are all Ateneo de Manila University alumni, have…

Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI), the country’s pioneering bank, adopts digital-first HR with its partnership with Darwinbox, Asia’s leading Human Resource Management System (HRMS) provider. With a legacy spanning over 170 years, BPI has enhanced its employee experience and streamlined HR processes for its 18,000-strong workforce, covering a diverse range of banking services. BPI has leveraged Darwinbox’s technology platform to enhance employee experience, streamlining every phase of the employee’s journey, from the onboarding process to retirement. Dubbed as Real-time HR Express Assist or RHEA, BPI employees now have access to a one-stop-shop solution for all their HR needs, including…

Self-care has become a popular topic these days, both online and offline. Grind culture may be a thing, but more people realize that taking a break, healing, and ensuring you’re okay are important in achieving your goals and being the best you can be. People usually think of self-care as something luxurious and fancy. But it’s just about doing things that make you feel good and healthy daily. This could be anything from working out to taking a nap or relaxing. Self-care includes all aspects of your health- physical, mental, and emotional. Taking care of yourself is important; Southstar Drug…