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MANILA, PHILIPPINES — May 19, 2026 — Officials from the Philippine Esports Organization (PESO) made a courtesy visit today to Games and Amusements Board (GAB) Chairman Atty. Francisco J. Rivera to discuss the implementation of GAB Resolution No. 2026-13, a policy designed to boost the local esports industry. The recently passed Resolution exempts foreign professional esports players from mandatory drug testing as a requirement for the issuance of a professional GAB license, replacing it with a Special Esports License (SEL) valid for the duration of a specific tournament (not exceeding 30 days). This policy seeks to address the decline in international esports events hosted in the country since 2017, while streamlining procedures and providing greater ease of access for foreign esports professionals seeking to compete in the Philippines. A Vibrant Outlook for Philippine Esports With the easing of these restrictions, both GAB and PESO project a significant resurgence in loca...

MANILA, Philippines  – Garmin has unveiled the all new Approach® G82, a launch monitor and advanced GPS handheld. This seamless golf tool features expanded radar metrics to help golfers fine-tune their swing and introduces putting metrics to improve consistency on the green. This launch comes as Garmin continues to see strong momentum in the sport globally, with golfers under 20 increasing by 76% and those aged 20-29 by 53%. This growth is matched by performance gains as shown in its latest Trends in Golf Data Report, as golfers who used a Garmin launch monitor or simulator in the past year have improved their scores by an average of 4.4 strokes after six months – highlighting how access to performance data can drive real results.    “We’re thrilled to introduce the Approach G82, with our largest golf handheld display making it easier than ever to see your metrics and the lay of the land. It’s the ultimate pre-round warmup tool that doubles as an intuitive virtual caddie ...

Responsible use of artificial intelligence (AI) is critical in driving inclusive and sustainable growth, as it can address persistent gaps in financial access and literacy, particularly in a mobile-first yet risk-exposed region like Southeast Asia. This was the key message of GCash, the country’s leading finance app and largest cashless ecosystem, as it joined policymakers and industry leaders at the 2026 National Innovation Day.   Held at the Diamond Hotel Manila, the event, organized by the Depdev National Innovation Council in partnership with ASEAN, brought together key stakeholders under the theme “AI for Growth, Opportunity, and Sustainability in ASEAN (AGOS)”, focusing on how emerging technologies can be scaled safely across the region.   During the discussions, Mynt chief data officer Sara Venturina highlighted how GCash is leveraging data and AI to help deliver equitable fintech access to Filipinos. “If we don’t u...

A new era of luxury innovation arrives today as OPPO officially debuts its crowning achievement, the Find Series, across the Philippines. This landmark launch unveils the OPPO Find N6, OPPO Find X9 Ultra, and OPPO Find X9s, a trio of masterpieces engineered to surpass the conventional flagship standard.  Moving far beyond ordinary technology, the Find Series delivers three distinct expressions of ultimate prestige, offering bespoke technological marvels meticulously curated to complement the refined lifestyles of those who lead, innovate, and create. OPPO Find N6: The Prestige Flagship for Productivity and Innovation Crafted for tech-forward professionals and modern leaders, the OPPO Find N6 represents the absolute pinnacle of luxury innovation, unyielding productivity, and elite craftsmanship in a sophisticated foldable form factor. At the absolute center of this monumental experience is an engineering marvel: the revolutionary Zero-Feel Crease. By entirely erasing the visual and ...

Manila, Philippines (May 15, 2026) – HUAWEI, the leading smart wearable brand globally and in the Philippines, has officially unveiled the all-new HUAWEI WATCH FIT 5 Series. The next-generation smartwatch combines accurate sports tracking, comprehensive health monitoring, and AI-powered personalized coaching, available in the Philippines this May 22.  Exquisite Titanium-Tough Craftsmanship and Everyday Fashionable Comfort As the benchmark in sports precision and holistic health monitoring, the HUAWEI WATCH FIT 5 Series redefines what a smartwatch can deliver. The HUAWEI WATCH FIT 5 Pro elevates the aesthetic with a 1.92-inch 2.5D sapphire glass display encased in a rugged titanium alloy bezel weighing only 30.4 g. Pushing boundaries further, the HUAWEI WATCH FIT 5 Pro White edition pioneers the Aerospace-Grade Nanoceramic Metal that boasts exceptional wear and scratch resistance. Whether working at a desk or navigating through deep terrains, the design ensures users barely feel the...

Manila, May 15, 2026 – TECNO, the AI-driven innovative technology brand, and Lonely Planet, the globally recognized travel guidance leader, today jointly announced the co-hosted Shot On CAMON Contest 2026, the third edition of TECNO's annual global photography competition. Rooted in a shared spirit of exploration and expression, the collaboration expands the contest beyond technology alone to celebrate the people, places and stories behind every image. Through expert co-judging, co-branded content, and photo-essay-style storytelling, TECNO and Lonely Planet aim to inspire users around the world to see more, feel more and tell richer visual stories. Three Lonely Planet photographers will contribute original imagery shot on the CAMON 50 Series, while one Lonely Planet photographer will serve on the final-round jury panel alongside TECNO’s imaging team. “Great photos are not just about equipment – they are about how deeply the photographer can immerse themselves in a destination,” sai...