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GCash and Government Agencies Drive Digital Philippines Efforts, Enhancing Transparency and Public Service Delivery

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In line with the government’s vision to eliminate red tape and corruption, the Anti-Red Tape Authority (ARTA), together with the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP), Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT), and the country’s leading finance app GCash, convened to champion the complete digitalization of public services. The workshop, “GCash for the Nation: Building Capabilities Toward a Sustainable Digital Ecosystem,” was held at the ARTA premises in the UP-AyalaLand Technohub, Quezon City. Bringing together leaders from economic, regulatory, and local government sectors, the session underscored a shared commitment that digital transformation is key to transparent, efficient, and citizen-centered governance.  “Digitalization is not just ease of doing business but an assurance against undesired allegations such as corruption. Every time we move a process online, we create a system that is accountable, traceable, and citizen...

HONOR 400 5G Highlights BINI, Regine Velasquez, and OPM Icons at the 38th Awit Awards

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Manila, Philippines, November 20, 2025  – Global AI device ecosystem company HONOR Philippines recently partnered with the 38th Awit Awards on November 16, 2025, in its pursuit of supporting local music. Captured by #YourAIPhone, OPM icons shone brighter as the whole nation celebrated the success of local music.    “We are very fortunate to be part of this prestigious event. We have the highest respect for our local music scene, and we want to honor them. That’s why we partnered with the longest-running and most legitimate music award-giving body in the country,” said HONOR Philippines Vice President Stephen Cheng.     OPM superstars BINI, Rod Deniel, and Dionela, together with Asia’s Songbird Regine Velasquez, were among the artists who performed at this year’s Awit Awards.    About HONOR 400 5G     The HONOR 400 5G features a cutting-edge 200MP Ultra-clear AI Camera System that includes a 1/1.4-i...

Lazada Super Brand Day: Massive Price Drop on HONOR Foldable and Magic Series!

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Manila, Philippines, November 20, 2025  — Global AI device ecosystem company HONOR Philippines is joining the Lazada Super Brand Day Sale this November 20–21, 2025, offering up to 48% off on HONOR devices. Amazing deals await, including the HONOR Magic V3 for only Php 71,199 (from its original price of Php 89,999) and the HONOR Magic6 Pro for Php 43,799 (from its SRP of Php 59,999).    Aside from the huge price cuts, HONOR is giving away up to Php 11,990 worth of freebies, such as FREE JBL Soundgear Frames, HONOR Watch GS 3, HONOR Earbuds II, and Bluetooth Speaker II.    “This is the first time we’re doing this! You can now get the foldable phone of your dreams, the HONOR Magic V3, with a whopping Php 18,000 price drop, or get our other handsets for an even more affordable price—as low as Php 3,949,” said Stephen Cheng, Vice President of HONOR Philippines.    Don’t miss this limited time ...

OPPO, Department of Tourism Launch Landmark Partnership to Highlight Philippine Beauty

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Leading global smart device brand OPPO and the Department of Tourism (DOT) have officially sealed a landmark partnership to strengthen the local tourism industry by showcasing scenic Philippine destinations through the lens of OPPO’s most innovative and cutting-edge smartphone technologies. Under the banner “OPPO Loves The Philippines,” the collaboration reflects a shared vision to inspire the world to discover countless reasons to Love the Philippines through stunning, authentic, and AI-empowered visual storytelling.  It aims to highlight the country’s diverse and often unexplored destinations—including less-known freshwater and underwater attractions—through captivating imagery and user-generated content across digital platforms. “OPPO Philippines believes technology should serve people and strengthen communities. This landmark partnership with the Department of Tourism allows us to fulfill our desire to uplift lives. We are here to help more people see the Philippines the way Fi...

PLDT and Smart Equip Bicol LGUs with AI Tools for Smarter Public Service

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Local government unit (LGU) workers in the Bicol region are keeping abreast with opportunities in applying artificial intelligence (AI) to improve and secure delivery of public service, especially since they serve communities extremely vulnerable to typhoons and other natural disasters.   In a recent workshop organized by PLDT and Smart as part of their drive to support LGUs in their digital transformation, almost 50 LGU representatives from across Bicol learned how AI tools can help them manage repetitive inquiries, improve operational efficiency, and deliver more responsive public service.   These Bicol LGUs were identified by the Anti-Red Tape Authority (ARTA) as partners in establishing and operating their own electronic Business One-Stop Shop (eBOSS), a key component of the government’s efforts to improve the ease of doing business in the country.   The initiative is part of PLDT and Smart’s AI-in-a-Box program, designed to equip organizations, including LGUs, with e...

CARD Indogrosir and GCash Introduce SoundPay, an Innovative Payment Solution for MSMEs

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GCash, the Philippines’ leading finance super app, has teamed up with CARD Indogrosir, a hybrid local retail chain that caters not just to retail customers but also wholesale clients. Through this partnership, GCash is rolling out SoundPay devices in all CARD Indogrosir stores, enabling faster and more efficient transactions.   Powered by a compact device that emits a distinct audio cue upon a successful payment, SoundPay allows merchants to confirm transactions instantly—no need to check phones or request screenshots. This scan-to-pay system is especially useful in areas with limited connectivity, where reliability and speed are essential.   These devices are already available in 29 branches of CARD Indogrosir, with plans to add 44 more before the year ends, and expand this to a total 200 stores by next year.   For GCash users, SoundPay delivers a more intuitive, secure, and modern payment experience. ...

GCash Earns Double Honors at the ESGBusiness Awards 2025

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Guided by efforts that broaden access to finance and partnerships that uplift communities, GCash, the Philippines’ #1 finance superapp and largest cashless ecosystem, was recently recognized at the prestigious ESGBusiness Awards 2025, earning honors in the Digital Inclusion Award and Cross-Sector Collaboration Award categories. These distinctions highlight how the country’s top finance super app continues to drive sustainability by embedding inclusive finance into the everyday lives of Filipinos. The Digital Inclusion Award affirms the role of GCash in transforming access to financial services. By offering simple, secure tools such as GSave, GGives, GFunds, and GInsure, the app has made it possible for millions—including women, Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSME) owners, and those outside Metro Manila—to save, borrow, invest, and protect themselves financially. At the same time, initiatives like PeraTalks...