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Digital Cotabato: Streamlining Local Taxes and Fees with the City’s Ongoing GCash Integration

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Paying government fees in Cotabato City has become faster, safer, and more convenient as the local government unit (LGU) officially rolled out cashless payment options with GCash, the Philippines’ leading finance superapp and largest cashless ecosystem.   Since the partnership launch in May 2024, the initiative has introduced Scan to Pay and Bills Pay features that allow citizens to settle local taxes and fees directly from their mobile phones using the GCash app. This effort eliminates long lines at city offices and reduces the risks that come with manual cash transactions.   The move addresses long-standing challenges in an LGU’s collection system: prolonged queues, cash-handling inefficiencies, limited payment channels, and the lack of digital infrastructure. These issues have affected operations, LGU employees, and constituents.   Through the Scan to Pay feature, users can simply scan a QR code displayed in city offices to pay instantly. The Bills Pay feature, on the ...

Run with Perfection: Secure Your Titanium HUAWEI WATCH GT Runner 2 This April 17 for Just PHP 19,999

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Manila, Philippines (April 8, 2026)  — Performance in running demands uncompromising accuracy, whether you’re a casual jogger or a goal-driven athlete. Engineered for peak precision, the HUAWEI WATCH GT Runner 2 combines an aerospace-grade titanium build with the industry-first XDR Inertial Navigation Positioning Algorithm antenna technology, making it an ultra-light and accurate titanium smartwatch for runners. The HUAWEI WATCH GT Runner 2 will be available for PHP 19,999. Backed by a landmark partnership with marathon legend Eliud Kipchoge, it delivers flawless tracking of route, speed, and heart rate in any environment, empowering every runner to improve at their own pace. Track and Optimize Every Run with Precision Runners never have to worry about losing their GPS signal, whether they’re among tall skyscrapers, deep trails, or long tunnels. The HUAWEI WATCH GT Runner 2 uses a new 3D floating antenna architecture that turns the watch's metal frame into a signal booster, improvi...

Add to Cart Now: The TECNO CAMON 50 Series Makes Its Big E-commerce Debut with Exclusive Deals on TikTok Shop and Shopee

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April 12, MANILA, Philippines  — TECNO is officially opening the first e-commerce selling window for the new CAMON 50 Series in the Philippines, giving Filipino consumers an early chance to get the brand’s latest AI imaging smartphones through exclusive offers on TikTok Shop and Shopee from April 10 to April 16. The online selling period spotlights the CAMON 50 Series as a new-generation imaging and AI smartphone line designed for users who want stronger content creation, more expressive mobile photography, and a smarter everyday device that feels like a worthy lifestyle and side-hustle upgrade. PlatformExclusive Offers During the campaign period, TikTok Shop will exclusively offer the TECNO CAMON 50 Ultra 5G 8GB + 256GB variant at a promo price of PHP 15,999. TikTok Shop will also carry the CAMON 50 8GB + 256GB at PHP 10,999 and the CAMON 50 Ultra 5G 12GB + 512GB at PHP 21,999. Shopee, meanwhile, will exclusively offer the TECNO CAMON 50 Ultra 5G 12GB + 256GB variant at a promo pr...

Experience the Pinnacle of Innovation: The All-New HUAWEI Mate 80 Pro Arrives in the PH This April 17

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Manila, Philippines  (April 10, 2026) — Nearly three years after the last HUAWEI Mate smartphone was introduced globally, the legendary series finally makes its long-awaited return with the HUAWEI Mate 80 Pro. In re-introducing the “Ultimate Technology,” HUAWEI sets new standards in imaging authenticity, durability, performance, and intelligence with the latest addition to the iconic smartphone series. Your Best Mate is Back For over a decade, the HUAWEI Mate Series has represented HUAWEI’s boldest technological ambitions. Each generation of the series has introduced defining innovations that set the benchmark for global smartphone excellence. The HUAWEI Mate 10 revolutionized mobile processing as the world’s first smartphone to feature a dedicated AI NPU. With the HUAWEI Mate 20, HUAWEI expanded visual horizons by introducing the world’s first Ultra Wide Angle Camera.  The HUAWEI Mate 30 came with the world’s first AI Gesture Control capability, which allowed users to navigat...

Leveling the Playing Field: GCash and Fuse Drive Financial Inclusion for Women Entrepreneurs Through Credible Financing

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With the celebration of Women’s Month, Fuse Financing, Inc.—the lending arm of GCash— reaffirms its commitment to championing women by making credit more accessible and dignified.  Through a landmark Php 1.75 billion credit facility from the Asian Development Bank (ADB) and Fuse’s digital lending product GLoan,  Fuse is breaking long-standing barriers in traditional banking, providing Filipinos with a vital gateway to financing that helps keep their stores stocked, grow businesses, and bridge critical funding gaps for their families.   One of the borrowers is Juvy Camante, a 55-year-old store owner from Pateros. In the past, she avoided applying for loans because of complicated paperwork and strict requirements from traditional lenders. The simple application process of GLoan helped Camante overcome this barrier, providing her with confidence to use credit to support her business.   “Dati natatakot ako mangutang dahil sa dami ng requirements at baka hindi makabayad, ...

Skip the Gas Pump: Free Your Holy Week Travels from High Fuel Prices at SM EV Charging Stations

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As the Holy Week travel season arrives, and fuel prices continue to rise, electric vehicle (EV) drivers across the country can count on their most-loved SM Supermalls as a convenient recharging stop along their journey. SM Cares, the corporate social responsibility arm of SM Supermalls, announced that with over 160 EV charging stations available across multiple SM locations nationwide, motorists can recharge their vehicles while maxing out their malling by enjoying the wide range of shopping, dining, and leisure experiences that SM malls offer. The growing presence of EV charging infrastructure in SM Supermalls reflects the company’s continuing efforts to support more sustainable mobility options for Filipino motorists. With fluctuating fuel prices, electric vehicles are becoming an increasingly practical alternative for many drivers looking for more efficient and environmentally conscious transportation. For EV users, the convenience goes beyond simply plugging in. At SM malls, driver...

Hot Deals Alert: Kick Off Your Summer with the OPPO 4.4 Brand Sale!

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As the summer season starts to pick up, OPPO is rolling out its 4.4 Sale, giving shoppers a timely reason to upgrade their devices just in time for travel, content creation, or simply staying connected on the go. Get a jumpstart on upgrading your summer tech essentials starting March 31 at 8:00 PM until April 6, available across OPPO’s official stores on Shopee, Lazada, TikTok, and the OPPO Online Store. For those who have been holding off and  just waiting for the right moment, now is the right time to elevate your tech game!  Unlock bigger savings for your summer upgrade Cool down on spending with all-day vouchers available on a wide range of OPPO devices. Discounts go up to ₱400 off on select entry-level models like the OPPO A5x, around ₱500 off on devices such as the OPPO A5i Pro and OPPO Reno12 F, and ₱1,000 off on multiple models including the OPPO A5, A6x, A6t, and OPPO Reno15 Series 5G. Even bigger price cuts of ₱2,000 to ₱5,000 off are available on select OPPO Reno mo...