The trust crisis no organization can solve alone

As fraud, cyber threats, economic uncertainty, and rapid digitalization collide, industry leaders say the next competitive advantage may not be speed—but trust. Organizations are moving faster than ever. Banks are expanding access to credit. Businesses are accelerating digital transformation. Employers are making more decisions, processing more data, and operating at greater scale. But the faster…

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Security Bank CFO gets regional SME finance role, putting PH entrepreneurs in the spotlight

JD Yap named co-chair of SME Finance Forum’s East Asia-Pacific chapter as Security Bank pushes for greater access to funding for MSMEs. Security Bank is gaining a bigger voice in the regional push to unlock financing opportunities for small businesses after Chief Financial Officer JD Yap was named one of four co-chairs of the newly…

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No Manila stop needed: Cebu Pacific brings Bangkok, Singapore flights back to iloilo

Travelers from Western Visayas will soon have an easier way to reach two of Asia’s most popular destinations as Cebu Pacific restores its direct Iloilo flights to Bangkok and Singapore this November. Starting November 23, the budget carrier will resume nonstop services from Iloilo to Bangkok’s Don Mueang International Airport and Singapore, giving passengers another…

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From ₱20 insurance to remote aid: Palawan’s ‘Tingi-Tingi’ strategy wins big

The Palawan marketing team and partner agencies Advertising Without Borders and Browne Communications come together to accept the Silver Award for Excellence in Anniversary Marketing for the “Ikaw Pa Rin ang #1 sa Palawan: Matatag, Maaasahan, Mapagkakatiwalaan” campaign. The Palawan Group of Companies turned everyday Filipino realities into award-winning financial solutions, taking home five honors…

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SMDC’s move-in-ready homes in Mabalacat bring families closer to homeownership

For many Filipino families, the dream of owning a home is often postponed by one practical question: When can we actually move in? It is a concern that matters, especially for renters tired of renewing leases, parents whose children need more space, and overseas Filipino workers who want their hard-earned investment to benefit their families…

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Why Santa Rosa is becoming one of the South’s most compelling places to live

The idea of a desirable address is changing. For years, many Filipino homebuyers measured location largely by how close a property was to Metro Manila. But as jobs, businesses and infrastructure continue to spread beyond the capital, a different consideration is gaining ground: the advantage of living where new opportunities are already taking shape. Santa…

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Jollibee turns joy into marketing gold with 11 major awards

For Jollibee, serving up joy is no longer limited to the dining table. The homegrown fast-food giant is also finding new ways to connect with Filipinos through apps, creators, gaming, community events and digital experiences—and the strategy is earning industry recognition. Jollibee recently collected 11 honors at the 2026 Marketing Excellence Awards, led by a…

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From ‘tiis-sakit’ to peace of mind: iCare, Melai Cantiveros push affordable healthcare for Filipinos

For generations, many Filipino mothers have mastered the art of making limited resources stretch—budgeting every peso, preparing meals, keeping the household running and putting the needs of their children ahead of their own. But that same selflessness can come at a cost. When illness strikes, many mothers still choose to endure the pain, postpone a…

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LG wants AI to take the mental load off: New ‘Life’s Good’ campaign puts everyday relief at center stage

SEOUL — LG Electronics is putting a distinctly human spin on artificial intelligence, positioning smart technology not as a way to squeeze more productivity out of people, but as a tool to give them back something increasingly scarce: mental space. The technology giant has launched its 2026 Life’s Good campaign with the message “Free up…

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