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Capture Clear Group Shots Anywhere: OPPO Reno16 Series 5G Arrives for the New School Year

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Starting college means stepping into a whole new world of firsts. The first time you navigate campus on your own, the first organization fair that sparks a new interest, the first group project that turns into an all-nighter, and the first spontaneous coffee run with classmates who soon become your go-to barkada. Right now, it might feel like just another day on campus but these are the experiences which eventually become the stories, inside jokes, photos, and memories that define college life. With the OPPO Reno16 Series 5G, students have an everyday companion that helps them stay on top of schoolwork while capturing, creating, and sharing every barkada first along the way. Combining the Pocket Studio imaging experience with the intelligent capabilities of ColorOS 16, the OPPO Reno16 Series 5G brings AI-powered creativity, productivity, and seamless connectivity together in one device, designed to keep up with every side of campus life. Study smarter with AI Mind Space College life ca...
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PH Fintechs Address ASEAN Tech Summit: Regulatory Balance Vital to Preserving Financial Access

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The country's leading fintech executives urged policymakers to adopt balanced, future-ready regulations that protect consumers while enabling innovation, expanding financial inclusion, and supporting the continued growth of the digital economy. At a panel during the ASEAN Tech Summit, Barbie Dapul, General Manager for Consumer Business and Chief Operations Officer of G-Xchange (the mobile wallet operator of GCash); Maya Bank President Angelo Madrid; Alliance of Tech Innovators for Nation Lead Convenor Monchito Ibrahim; and Tala Director for External Affairs Arianne Ferrer talked about how regulations play a role in advancing the digital economy.  "The goal should be a level playing field that will let the financial institutions compete on value, compete on innovation, on better security, and while ensuring also that pricing is fair and reasonable," Dapul explained. Madrid and Ferrer underscored the need for regulation that supports both consumers and the fintech industry,...
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GAC Motor Expands Local Lineup with the Launch of the All-New GN6 Family MPV

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MANILA, Philippines | 27 August 2026 - Filipino families today have a wider range of mobility options than ever before. While some prioritize space and everyday versatility, others place greater importance on comfort, technology, performance, or accessible pricing. Ultimately, the right vehicle is one that responds to a family's particular needs, lifestyle, and budget. Recognizing these different priorities, GAC Philippines recently introduced its expanded MPV Family, comprising the All-New GAC GN6, GAC E8 HEV, and GAC GN8 PHEV Executive. Together, the three models provide distinct mobility solutions for families at different life stages and price points. As the most accessible model in the lineup, the All-New GN6 is thoughtfully designed for family life. From easier cabin access and comfortable three-row seating to flexible cargo space, connected technology, and advanced driver assistance features, the GN6 brings together the qualities families use and appreciate every day. Built...
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PLDT and Smart Empower Siena College of Taytay Educators with Specialized Disability Sensitivity Training

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Siena College of Taytay (SCT) in Rizal province is making the school more inclusive for all students, especially those with disabilities. With SCT being a valued partner in the PLDT Group’s education initiatives, PLDT and Smart, together with ATRIEV (Adaptive Technology for Rehabilitation, Integration, and Empowerment of the Visually Impaired), hosted a disability sensitivity workshop for its teachers and support personnel.   “Inclusivity is part of our agenda,” said Sr. Rosalea Busilac, O.P., president of SCT. “The training is especially helpful for our teachers because it gives them the opportunity to really deepen their understanding of learners with disabilities.” She added that the college also sees the session as an opportunity to identify further improvements to its facilities to better serve students with disabilities.   The training is part of a broader push by PLDT and Smart to expand access to education for underrepresented groups.   “We believe that no learner...
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AMD Exceeds Milestones for Rack-Scale AI Energy Efficiency

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AMD reached an estimated 4x increase in AI energy efficiency from 2024 to 2026, building momentum toward its 2030 goal to deliver a 20x increase in rack-scale efficiency for AI training and inference. What’s the News? AMD has achieved an estimated 4x increase in AI energy efficiency as of mid-2026, ahead of its 3x projected target for this stage and more than double the historical trendline for the same point. This progress shows AMD is building momentum toward its 2030 goal to deliver a 20x increase in rack-scale energy efficiency for AI training and inference.1 2 It also reflects the work being done by AMD across silicon, systems and software to help customers scale AI workloads more efficiently. Why It Matters? AI compute is accelerating rapidly, raising the bar for what data center infrastructure needs to deliver. Meeting that demand requires innovation across the whole stack: CPUs, GPUs, networking, software, power and cooling all need to work together efficiently at the rack and ...
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Now Available in PH: Capture Every Journey with the Advanced OPPO Reno16 Series 5G

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There’s a certain magic to traveling with your barkada for the first time. Long before the bags are packed, the trip has already begun in a group chat filled with flight screenshots, restaurant recommendations, itinerary debates, and plans that will inevitably change once everyone arrives. Then come the surprising moments during the trip like a tucked-away food spot discovered by chance, an unexpected detour that becomes the highlight of the day, or a sunset that brings everyone together just as the light turns golden. These are the moments that give a trip its story and naturally, they’re the ones you’ll want to capture. Arriving just in time for the next barkada getaway, the OPPO Reno16 Series 5G is now available nationwide, bringing its Pocket Studio imaging experience to travelers across the Philippines. More than a camera for documenting where you’ve been, the latest OPPO AI Phone is designed to capture the people, atmosphere, and spontaneous moments that make getting there memora...
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GCash Expands Ecosystem Support for PH Small Businesses with Accessible Digital Solutions

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Across the Philippines, micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs)—from online sellers and cafés to neighborhood retail shops—are thriving not only through grit, but also with the help of digital tools that make operations easier and support business growth. Going digital, indeed, is the ideal path for merchants of all sizes as the economy pivots to a cash-lite society.   G-Xchange Inc. President and CEO Ren-ren Reyes, in a speaking engagement at the ANT Mo:Ments summit in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, stressed that digital tools must not only enable micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) to access digital payments but also improve the way they run their businesses.   GCash for Business is doing so with a suite of next-generation payment systems built to help Filipino merchants move faster, serve more customers, and grow their businesses more efficiently.   A seamless and inclusive payment ecosystem   For many MSMEs, going digital remains easier said than done. Whi...
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