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Boomi recognized as global leader in API Management, powering next wave of AI-driven enterprises

Boomi has been named a Leader in the IDC MarketScape: Worldwide API Management 2026 Vendor Assessment, reinforcing its position at the forefront of API management as enterprises rapidly transition to AI-driven and hybrid operating environments. The recognition comes at a time when organizations are accelerating the adoption of agentic AI and distributed architectures—making the ability…

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Fuel shock relief? Yap floats long-term bank financing to blunt energy price spikes

As Congress deepens its inquiry into the country’s energy crisis, Murang Kuryente Party-list Rep. Arthur Yap is pushing a market-based financing fix that he says could soften the blow of volatile fuel prices on consumers without resorting to subsidies. At Monday’s continuation of the Legislative Energy Action and Development (LEAD) Joint Committee briefings, lawmakers were…

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Daniel Craig powers DENZA’s next chapter as premium EV brand accelerates global rise

DENZA is revving up its global ambitions with the appointment of internationally acclaimed actor Daniel Craig as the face of its new worldwide campaign, underscoring the brand’s drive to establish itself as a major player in the premium new energy vehicle market ahead of its 2026 expansion. The move signals a bold new phase for…

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PLDT Enterprise launches ‘Ellie’ to power smarter, faster AI-driven work

PLDT Enterprise is advancing artificial intelligence adoption across the workplace with the rollout of Ellie, an internal digital assistant designed to help employees work more efficiently, collaborate more seamlessly, and deliver faster, more responsive service to customers. Short for Enablement and Intelligence Engine, Ellie marks another step in PLDT Enterprise’s drive to embed AI into…

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Marcos government seen weathering slower 2026 growth as reforms and crisis response steady the economy

The Philippine economy may face a more challenging growth path in 2026, but the latest forecast from the Asian Development Bank also highlights the importance of the Marcos administration’s ongoing efforts to shield the country from external shocks and keep expansion on track despite a volatile global backdrop. In its latest outlook, the ADB revised…

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P5-B boost sought to widen PUV aid as government moves to keep more buses and jeepneys on the road

The government is moving to ramp up support for public utility vehicle drivers and operators, with the Department of Transportation seeking an additional P5 billion to expand its service contracting program at a time when rising fuel costs are putting fresh pressure on the transport sector. The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board confirmed that…

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Lazada Q1 2026: Filipino shoppers turn smarter, more selective online

Filipino consumers are becoming more discerning online shoppers, and Lazada Philippines says the first quarter of 2026 made that trend impossible to miss. In its latest Q1 report, the e-commerce platform saw stronger demand for trusted brands, everyday essentials, and digital tools that help buyers make more practical spending decisions, signaling a shift toward more…

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Smart, Samsung roll out early Galaxy S26 access for postpaid and Infinity users

Smart Communications has given select subscribers a head start on the future of mobile technology, offering Smart Postpaid and Smart Infinity users exclusive early access to the new Samsung Galaxy S26 Series ahead of its official launch in the Philippines. The early release event, held March 6 at the Smart Store in SM Megamall, gathered…

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Bringing kidney care closer to home: Boehringer expands early screening drive in communities

Boehringer Ingelheim is deepening its push for early kidney disease detection in the Philippines by bringing screening and health education straight to the barangay level, giving more at-risk Filipinos a fighting chance to avoid serious complications and costly treatment. Through its “Iwas Dialysis, Ligtas Kidneys: Get CheCKD Habang Maaga Pa!” campaign, the company has trained…

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