Thursday, 22 January 2026, 1:40 pm

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    Emerging markets’ stocks jump, led by heavyweight China shares; FX steady

    Emerging markets stocks rose to their highest levels since August on Wednesday, led by gains in Chinese shares on positive economic data, while currencies remained steady as bets on U.S. interest rate cuts lingered.

    Apple explores AI deals with news publishers

    Apple has opened negotiations in recent weeks with major news and publishing organizations, seeking permission to use their material in the company's development of generative artificial intelligence systems, the New York Times reported on Friday.

    IEA working to cut renewable energy costs in developing world

    The International Energy Agency will work to ensure the World Bank, regional development banks and others prioritize the cost of investing in clean energy in developing countries following the COP28 summit last week, its executive director said.

    How far could China-Philippines relations worsen?

    China and the Philippines have ramped up rhetoric on defending territorial claims in the South China Sea, despite both calling for dialogue to settle tensions over that strategic waterway.

    AI cannot be patent ‘inventor’, UK Supreme Court rules in landmark case

    An American computer scientist on Wednesday lost his bid to register patents over inventions created by his artificial intelligence system, in a landmark case...

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    Globe, Nokia expand partnership to boost network-based digital services

    Globe Telecom has expanded its collaboration with Nokia to speed up the rollout of network application programming interfaces (APIs), a move expected to strengthen digital services and security across multiple industries in the Philippines.

    Bell-Kenz Pharma partners with DOTr unit to train 1 million Filipinos in CPR

    Bell-Kenz Pharma has partnered with the Department of Transportation’s Special Action and Intelligence Committee for Transportation to train one million Filipinos in cardiopulmonary resuscitation and other basic life-saving skills, with an initial focus on the country’s busiest transport hubs.

    Bank-led program helps keep gov’t workers digital services safe

    The Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI) and the Department of Information and Communications Technology’s ICT Literacy and Competency Development Bureau (DICT-ILCDB) have partnered to strengthen cybersecurity across government institutions, as cybercrime continues to rise in the country.

    CCEAP names Chris Pesigan as new president and CEO

    Coca-Cola Europacific Aboitiz Philippines (CCEAP), the official bottler and distributor of Coca-Cola products in the country, has appointed Ramon Christian “Chris” Pesigan as its new president and chiwf executive officer effective January 2026. The appointment signals leadership continuity as the company looks to sustain growth and strengthen its presence in the Philippine market.
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