Smart Communications Inc. and value brand TNT on Saturday welcomed customers at the assisted SIM Registration booth deployed at the Municipal Court of Calumpit, Bulacan.
The set-up is part of the three-day, nationwide roadshow organized by the Department of Information and Communications Technology, the Department of Interior and Local Government and the National Telecommunications Commission, to boost SIM Registration and reach far-flung areas where mobile customers are.
As of January 27, Smart and TNT assisted SIM Registration booths are now operating in Pasuquin, Ilocos Norte; in Moalboal, Cebu; in Palo, Leyte; Pangantucan, Bukidnon; in Malalag, Davao del Sur; Calumpit, Bulacan’ Rosario, Batangas; Atok, Benguet; Camalaniugan, Cagayan; Zamboanga City; Baco, Oriental Mindoro; City of Ligao, Albay; Carles, Iloilo; Arakan, Cotabato; and Tagbina, Surigao del Sur. Smart and TNT personnel in the booths are also providing a priority lane for seniors, for persons with disabilities, and for those using basic phones, making SIM Registration as inclusive as possible.
ABS-CBN programs now aired in Malaysia
ABS-CBN Corp. yesterday announced the launch of MYX Radio, MORe, and TeleRadyo on Malaysia’s leading digital radio platform digital radio platform.
“ABS-CBN’s premium content and world-class talents have captured the hearts of Malaysians for years. In fact, the Malaysian adaptation of ‘Tayong Dalawa’ titled ‘Angkara Cinta’ ended its run as the most watched show on Astro Prima Channel at the height of the pandemic,” said Maribel Hernaez, ABS-CBN Global managing director for Asia Pacific.
Kenny Ong, CEO, Astro Radio and Rocketfuel Entertainment, said “We are excited to welcome MYX Radio, MORe and TeleRadyo on board SYOK as we partner with ABS-CBN. As we continue to widen our reach to more diverse listener groups, we hope all users enjoy their experience on SYOK and the extensive range of music, information and podcasts available locally and abroad.”
MYX Radio is a 24/7 radio streaming featuring fresh music around the world and mainstream hits while the TeleRadyo is a Philippine bilingual news channel delivering local and international updates from morning until late night.
Astro Radio, Malaysia’s No. 1 radio network, offers Malaysians access to SYOK, a multi-lingual digital lifestyle and entertainment platform with more than 100 online radio stations, music, podcasts and more.
AF Payments powers Davao transport system
AF Payments Inc. operator of beep yesterday introduced an advance booking system, which will first be implemented by Davao Metro Shuttle (DMS) in its Manila to Davao route, the longest bus route to date.
Starting January 27, AFPI said passengers can purchase and rebook tickets ahead at the Parañaque Integrated Terminal Exchange (PITX) Terminal using their beep card or thru their advance booking hotline.
“With our new Advance Booking System feature, AF Payments Inc. is expanding the roster of solutions to continuously support the business needs of our partner transport operators nationwide. We work on these innovations in fulfillment of our shared end goal of improving the commuting experience of the riding public. This 2023, we hope to be able to bring our technology to more routes by doubling our efforts at reaching out to interested partners,” said Sharon Fong, AFPI chief commercial officer.
Davao Metro Shuttle has been a valued beep partner since November 2019. It operates inter-provincial buses that implement an AFCS, which includes Davao City Arakan; Davao City to Kidapawan; Davao City to Butuan City; C.P. Garcia to Roxas; Catalunan to Roxas; Ormoc City to Sogod; and Tacloban City to Calbayog City vice versa. Its latest route–PITX to Ecoland Terminal in Davao City–was launched in June 2022.
SIM registration will help fight fraud, fake bookings
foodpanda welcomes the implementation of Republic Act No. 11934 otherwise known as the SIM (subscriber identification module) Registration Act saying this is a necessary step in combating the proliferation of fraudulent activities such as fake bookings of food deliveries that affect restaurants, riders, customers, and digital platforms alike.
“The steep rise of digital transactions over the years has led to the growing number of incidents of fraud and scams,” said foodpanda Philippines CEO Daniel Marogy. “Even online delivery services did not escape the malicious attacks of scammers as some have also been victimized by prank orders and fake bookings.”
“With the law, foodpanda, its customers, partner vendors, and delivery partners are able to file complaints against fraudsters including those utilizing prepaid SIMs.
Marody said foodpanda has key safety measures to promote the protection and welfare of their entire ecosystem.
These include pandAware campaign where provide tips and reminders on certain online safety hygiene and the no abono policy where delivery partners do not shell out any of their money to pay vendors upfront before delivery.
Alsons donation
The Alsons Power Group’s Western Mindanao Power Corp. (WMPC) turned over emergency vehicles and medical equipment worth P6.4 million to the City Government of Zamboanga at the start of the new year.
Under the Department of Energy’s (DOE) Energy Regulation 1-94 (ER 1-94) power generators such as WMPC, allot ₱0.0025 per kilowatt hour of total electricity sales to help fund the host community and local government’s health, electrification, and environmental projects.
In ceremonies held in early January , Zamboanga City Mayor John Dalipe (fourth from the right) received the items; which included six vehicle units, 10 laptop computers, facemasks, gloves, and thermal scanners from WMPC plant managerPete Torrejon (third from the left), Alsons Power consultant Ruben Conti (third from the right) and other representatives of WMPC and Alsons Power.
#InAko campaign wins awards
Insular Life’s (InLife) digital campaign that challenges the Filipino women to be more financially responsible won three Canopus (Platinum) Awards in the Vega Digital Awards 2022.
The InLife Sheroes Advocacy and Movement’s #InAko campaign walked away victorious with top awards in the following Digital Marketing Campaign Categories: Social Campaign, Cause-Related Campaign and Marketing Effectiveness.
“InLife contributes to nation-building and women empowerment through our InLife Sheroes Advocacy and Movement. We partnered with The Sven Group to create the InLife Sheroes’ #InAko campaign which challenges the Filipino women to better understand their financial capacity, take charge of their lives, and succeed,” said Gae Martinez, InLife chief marketing officer.
The Vega Digital Awards puts the spotlight on local and international digital content creators of various works such as advertising, design, interactive content, mobile apps, web design, and audio video productions.
As a social and cause-related campaign, the InLife Sheroes #InAko challenged Filipinas to say #InAko and be more financially responsible. “In ako” means I’m in. Additionally, “inako” means taking responsibility by emphatically speaking about real-life struggles; teaching all to empower them to be smart about money; enabling every Filipina to secure their future with the right plans; and advocating financial empowerment.
The InLife Sheroes #InAko campaign has effectively enabled mothers, wives, celebrities, entrepreneurs and artists to speak up about their struggles. The campaign has recorded 13.6 million engagements, exceeding its 12 million reach and multiplying its target five times. More than 4 million Filipinas sang along to the #InAko music video, and more than 300,000 watched the livestream event.
PJ Lhuillier signs partnership with DTI
PJ Lhuillier Inc. (PJLI), the parent company of Cebuana Lhuillier, has recently inked a memorandum of understanding with the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Regional Operations Group (DTI-ROG) through the Negosyo Center Program Management Unit.
In line with PJLI and DTI-ROG’s commitment to encourage more Filipinos to start their path towards entrepreneurship, the partnership will see the former spearhead the development of a digital platform to promote the ease of doing business for micro, small, and medium enterprises.
“This collaboration with DTI is part of Cebuana Lhuillier’s mission of ensuring more Filipinos are financially included, while also encouraging them to take the first step towards financial freedom,” said Jean Henri Lhuillier, Cebuana Lhuillier president and chief executive officer.
PH joins Gulfood 2023
A delegation of 18 Philippine companies will showcase premium halal-certified food products through a country exhibit at the Gulf Food Hotel and Equipment Exhibition and Salon Culinaire, or Gulfood, to be held at the Dubai World Trade Centre in the United Arab Emirates from February 20 to 24.
Led by the Center of International Trade Expositions and Missions, the Philippines’ hybrid participation will consist of manufacturers and exporters of fresh and processed fruits and vegetables; processed marine products; ethnic and gourmet products; non-alcoholic beverages; confectionary, biscuits, and pastries; and other food and beverage categories.
The Philippine participation will highlight small and medium enterprises with halal certification and high-value and innovative products under the banner of the country’s collective food promotion program, FOODPhilippines.
Meralco Biz empowers businesses
Meralco Biz is offering a suite of services and solutions to increase operational efficiency and optimize resources.
Meralco Biz can bolster businesses with a power demand of 5 to 499 kW across different industries.
Free consultations with Meralco Biz as early as the planning stage help to ensure the business is powered in time for the target opening. Customers can also achieve further cost efficiencies and maintain safe operations through Meralco Biz’s comprehensive and tailor-fit solutions that match business needs, such as Peak/Off-Peak and Net Metering.
Meralco Biz also offers end-to-end energy solutions, including seamless endorsement to subsidiary services such as Fiber Optic Internet Connectivity, Indoor Air Quality Solutions which optimize health, solar panels that augment power supply, and electric vehicle fleet capabilities.
Meralco Biz invites more businesses to leap with power and reach new heights this Year of the Water Rabbit. Those interested can book a free Power Consult via email biz@meralco.com.ph, contact the
