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Telco and partners launch education program on the power of technology in farming

As part of the bid to bridge the digital divide and empower farmers, leading telco PLDT and Smart, along with the Department of Agriculture's training arm DA-ATI, on Thursday launched the FarmTech program. 

NEDA supports calls to abolish the legislative franchise as requirement for telco entry

The National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA) is proposing to do away with the outdated practice of requiring a legislative franchise for telecom companies to attract more players and further boost broadband services in the country. 

OwnBank, Mastercard launch debit card that simplifies financial management and transactions 

OwnBank, a digital-only bank, teams up with Mastercard to serve customers with enhanced banking convenience, more rewarding card offers, and secure digital transactions. The partnership aims to foster financial inclusion and poised to introduce new and sophisticated solutions that empower individuals and businesses across the country. 

NU and 2GO collaborates for ApprenticeSHIP program

2GO, the country's largest integrated transportation and logistics solutions provider and a subsidiary of SM Investments Corporation, recently signed a pact with National University (NU) under its Sea Solutions Business Unit to provide maritime experiential on-the-job training for its tourism and hospitality students. This strategic alliance aims to equip students with the practical work experience essential for a successful transition into their professional careers upon graduation.

SMC and partners bid the highest for the NAIA rehab program

A consortium led by San Miguel Corp. and South Korea’s Incheon International Airport Corp. emerged as highest bidder for the P171 billion rehabilitation, operation and maintenance project of the Ninoy Aquino International Airport. 

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Filipino investors broaden global exposure as BPI Wealth grows

Filipino investors are increasingly looking beyond domestic markets as inflation, peso weakness and market volatility fuel demand for broader diversification, with offshore assets now accounting for about 15 percent to 20 percent of BPI Wealth’s assets under management (AUM).

Nestlé, Puregold turn sachets into store displays

Nestlé Philippines and Puregold Price Club Inc. are giving millions of used plastic sachets a second life as retail display materials, putting circular-economy practices directly into supermarket aisles while cutting demand for virgin materials and reducing distribution trips.

AboitizPower earns ASEAN recognition for energy sector contributions

Aboitiz Power Corporation has received official commendation from the Association of Southeast Asian Nations for its outstanding contributions to the region’s energy sector, with special recognition of its work in advancing nuclear energy cooperation, knowledge sharing, and skills development.

Lifesaver on Wheels: LG turns over ₱1.6-M ambulance to Laguna upland village

Barangay Galalan in Pangil, Laguna, finally has its own ambulance through LG Electronics Philippines’ “Life Saver on Wheels” project, ending years of relying on makeshift transport for emergencies.
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