Roadworks completed
Aboitiz Construction strengthened its capabilities in infrastructure, building roads and improving the drainage system for Magspeak’s future natural tourist attraction in Balamban, Cebu.
Aboitiz Construction completed the site development works for the future eco-tourism site of Magspeak Nature Park Inc. (MNPI) located in the mountainous area, transcentral highway in Balamban, Cebu.
The project covers the 630-meter road pavements, concreting sidewalks, curbs, gutters and improving the drainage system. Aboitiz Construction also prepared parking areas, trail paths, and benching of sloping areas to protect people from the soil erosion hazard. The newly constructed road will give a fresher breath to nature-lovers who are planning to travel uphill to the soon-to-open nature park.
The future nature park will serve as the added natural attraction to both local and international tourists in Cebu.
Francis Libiran perfume line
Francis Libiran has released a new perfume line designed with esteemed perfume creator, Oscar Mejia III. Dusk and Dawn, the two variants in the Francis Libiran perfume collection will be available in limited stocks starting this February.
Libiran and Mejia came up with the Dusk and Dawn collection, which is composed of aromatic products to set the tone of our home ambiance, as well as a perfume line!
Dusk is an ode to grace and romance through refreshing notes of bamboo and white tea and velvety hints of chamomile and rose that’s wrapped in musk and amber.
Dawn celebrates hope through the radiant notes of pomelo and olive with a lingering hint of sampaguita and patchouli.
Libiran and Mejia expanded these two invigorating scents into four products: perfume candles, reed diffusers, and antibacterial room and linen sprays. All scented products are packaged with care instructions for optimal results.
Largest telco-neutral data center in PH
Telco-neutral data center operator Beeinfotech PH has announced the general availability of its first data center (DC) in the Philippines.
Dubbed The Hive, the data center is currently the largest operating telco-neutral data center facility in the country, with three floors capable of housing at least 3,000 server racks of up to 45U rack height.
Combined with its network interconnect capabilities, Disaster Recovery Seats, and Security & Network Operations Centers (SOC/NOC), The Hive is ready to answer the colocation needs of hyperscalers expanding global footprint and enterprises undergoing digital transformation.
First announced in August 2021, The Hive’s arrival follows the growth of the data center market in the Philippines, which is becoming one of the most preferred nations in the Asia-Pacific region to host data centers.
Advantages of IoT deployment
PLDT Enterprise highlights the advantages of deploying Internet of Things (IoT) technology in overcoming the impacts of the pandemic to local businesses.
Jojo Gendrano, FVP and head for PLDT and Smart Enterprise, said IoT technology has been increasingly relevant in allowing entrepreneurs to thrive in today’s dynamic business landscape, effectively addressing the challenges in the new normal.
IoT technology allows communication between machines through wired and wireless communication channels, enabling full control, visibility, transparency, and security of internet-enabled devices. It is one of the innovations behind smart homes and smart cities, wherein cloud-connected devices are equipped with sensors and processors which can gather and transmit data for automation, remote monitoring and management to empower a more efficient and smarter way of life.
Stepping into a world of luxury
Lexus brings luxury experience closer to consumers with exceptional offers.
Until the end of the month the RX 450h, RX 350 F Sport, and RX 350 are available through special financing packages from 30 percent to 50 percent downpayment with 0 percent interest for up to 36 months. Buyers of the IS F Sport, UX 200 F Sport, and UX 200 get a free two-year periodic maintenance.
The RX 450h (P5.398 million) has a self-charging full hybrid system that features a 3.5-liter direct-injection V6 petrol engine. The RX 350 F Sport (P5.158 million) shares the same ‘F’ spirit and enhances the sporty driving experience with a few key features. Inside are unique F Sport dials with full-length illuminated needles that add an element of excitement.
The RX 350 (P4.498 million) asserts its presence on a variety of roads and diverse driving conditions.
The IS F Sport (P3.808 million) is fitted with 19-inch multispoke wheels in a dark metallic finish that pays homage to the RC and LC models.
The UX 200 F Sport (P3.378 million) is compact and responsive, with a best-in-class turning radius.
The UX 200 (P2.658 million) is fondly known as the gateway model into the world of Lexus and the ideal crossover for the buyer who expects more in a vehicle.
INAX bundles and packages
INAX, the Japanese brand that manufactures innovative sanitaryware and artistic ceramic tiles, announced the current The Art of Kirei 2022 promo will run until March 31.
The brand, which introduced Japan’s first advanced toilet and self-powered automatic faucet, offers state-of-the-art products for customers to upgrade their bathroom experience.
Discounts of up to 25 percent are available on select INAX bathroom packages and bundles such as toilet and basin or basin and shower, and so many more!
The Art of Kirei 2022 promo is available in AllHome branches including Sta. Rosa, Antipolo, Molino/Daang Hari, Taguig, Bataan, Imus, Kawit, Las Pinas, Sipag, Naga, Bulacan, Cebu, Iloilo, Vibal, Silang, Cabanatuan, Butuan, San Ildefonso, Koronadal, Santiago, Gapan, Cagayan de Oro, Libis, Pampanga, General Trias, Tanza, Evia, Malolos, Dasmarinas, and North Molino. Prices may vary in select AllHome branches.
Security Bank warns vs money muling
Security Bank has warned clients against money muling, a type of money laundering activity where people are enticed to lend or sell their bank accounts for purposes of receiving deposits or fund transfers from illegal sources.
In an email to their clients, Security Bank reminded that money muling is a crime in the Philippines and is punishable under the Anti-Money Laundering Act of 2001.
Clients are advised to immediately notify the bank of any suspicious transactions in their accounts.
EWA soon in PH
PayKey, a fintech company based in Israel, will offer in the Philippines this year Earned Wage Access (EWA), a solution that enables employees to access their salary before payday and release their already earned wage with just a click of a button.
EWA can be integrated and offered by banks to their corporate accounts so employers can incorporate it as an employment benefit for their employees.
Through the EWA app, employees can easily see their current earned salaries and can request for an advance via the platform. The requested amount will be transferred to the employee’s bank account as soon as it’s approved.
As it is not a loan, EWA will have no interest rate because employees will access and withdraw their own money.
Logistics solution
FedEX can play a critical role in helping to simplify complex processes for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) so they can prosper globally.
As a logistics service provider, FedEx can guide businesses on the right packaging solutions to ensure that goods, especially perishable items, are delivered safely and securely.
Tools such as FedEx® Electronic Trade Documents (ETD) will also help SMEs smoothly navigate customs clearance processes, and FedEx Delivery Manager® will allow SMEs to monitor packages, arrange pickups, and receive delivery notifications easily on their devices.
FedEx International Connect Plus (FICP) offers customers access to a larger suite of e-commerce services, supporting SMEs on their growth journeys by connecting them to more customers in global and intra-European markets.
ARISE-Philippines launches Future Resilience Leaders Program 2022
ARISE-Philippines, the local network of the global Private Sector Alliance for Disaster Resilient Societies organized to support the United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR) has opened up an intensive internship program for graduating college students known as the Future Resilience Leaders Program (FRLP).
The FRLP is envisioned to provide student interns with the basic knowledge on disaster risk reduction and resilience while at the same time honing their respective specializations in their chosen field.
For the first run of the FRLP, ARISE-Philippines welcomed the first batch of four Multimedia Arts students from the Asia Pacific College.
To learn more about ARISE-Philippines and its goal to synergies and harmonize private sector actions for resilience, please visit their website arise.ph, on Facebook and Twitter.
Netbank Virtual launched
Netbank, a fully-regulated bank that offers banking-as-a-service solutions has unveiled Netbank Virtual, an openly accessible web-based platform where anyone can freely browse, test and integrate Netbank’s financial products and solutions
“While some larger local banks have started to offer banking services through API, none have built the technology and the business from scratch, as we have done at Netbank”, said Gus Poston, Netbank co-founder. “We use the latest technology, which means we can offer services at much lower cost. Netbank Virtual will rapidly accelerate the collaboration between fintechs and banks; Netbank Virtual allows Fintech to offer a much wider range of services, which will accelerate innovation and achieve the central bank’s goals of greater financial inclusion”.
Netbank has engaged Brankas, a leading Open Finance technology company in Southeast Asia, as its trusted technology provider to build and deliver this service.
