The PR & Events Circuit

  Metro Pacific Health Tech's  mWell , the country’s fully integrated health and wellness mega app, brings Philippine health technology to the global stage, having won the Global Mobile (GLOMO) Award for Best Mobile Innovation Supporting Emergency or Humanitarian Situations under the Tech4Good Category at the Mobile World Congress 2026 in Barcelona, Spain, making it the first Philippine  healthtech  app to win in this category. This marks a back-to-back GLOMO win following its 2023 award for Best Mobile Innovation for Digital Life.   “Digital innovation is key to our commitment to national progress,” said Manuel V. Pangilinan, Chairman of  mWell  and MPIC. “Through  mWell , we continue to harness technology to bring quality healthcare closer to every Filipino.”   “This recognition affirms our focus on advancing healthcare inclusion through innovation,” said Chaye Cabal-Revilla, President and CEO of  mWell  and Chief Finance, Risk, a...

Globe is turning the Visayas’ biggest cultural celebrations into stages for student voices, giving young creatives opportunities to lead, perform, and bring their ideas to life. By embedding youth initiatives into major festivals, the company strengthens community ties and ensures students actively contribute to shared cultural moments. Through the Globe Student Program, learners explore their strengths in arts, music, and digital innovation. These programs connect classroom learning with real-world experience, building practical skills, confidence, and professional exposure. Globe also emphasizes safe and responsible digital engagement through initiatives like Safer Internet Day and the Digital Thumbprint Program, teaching students how to protect their online identities while navigating digital spaces confidently. “At Globe, we believe that festivals are more than celebrations, they are opportunities for students to express themselves, innovate, and connect with their communities,” sa...

The top telco brand partners with global tech leaders  Sagemcom , Bang & Olufsen, and Dolby to design a breakthrough high-end streaming device     PLDT Home Life raises the bar for home entertainment in the Philippines with the launch of  StreamTV +   – a  new premium streaming device created in collaboration with  Sagemcom , Bang & Olufsen, and Dolby.  This powerhouse lineup features global experts in hardware design, cinematic sound, and smart technology to create one sleek device designed for the way Filipino  families  stream and connect at home. StreamTV + is  the latest innovation from  the country’s leading telco , going beyond fiber-fast internet to deliver the ultimate entertainment experience customers have been waiting for.  It’s the dream setup for many:  with stunning 4K visuals made richer with Dolby Vision, multi-dimensional sound powered by Dolby Atmos, audio refined by Bang & Olufsen, and ...

The MORE Power expansion bill, authored by Representative Janette Garin, was approved on third and final reading by the House of Representatives of the Philippines during its session last Tuesday. The measure seeks to include the municipalities of Iloilo’s 1st District in the franchise area of MORE Electric and Power Corporation. The approval came after Jeffrey Ferrer, chair of the House Committee on Legislative Franchises, presented the panel’s favorable recommendation to the plenary. House Bill 7647 proposes amendments to Sections 11, 16, and 21 of Republic Act No. 11212, as previously amended by Republic Act No. 11918. The original law granted MORE Power a franchise to establish, operate, and maintain an electric power distribution system in Iloilo City and districts two and four, ensuring the continuous and reliable delivery of electricity to consumers within its service area. During the plenary vote, the bill garnered overwhelming support, with 247 lawmakers voting in favor, four ...

PLDT Home marks Women’s Month with a renewed focus on accelerating AI adoption and strengthening digital infrastructure for Filipina entrepreneurs, recognizing their growing influence in the Philippines’ tech-enabled economy. What began as small online businesses during the pandemic has transformed into fully digital enterprises powered by fiber connectivity, online marketplaces, automated workflows, and AI-driven content and analytics.  With recent Philippine Commission on Women data showing women owning 66 percent of SMEs in the Philippines and leading 62 percent of newly registered businesses, their role in shaping the digital economy has never been more significant. “Women entrepreneurs today are operating at the forefront of digital transformation,” said Menardo “Butch” Jimenez, Jr., PLDT Chief Operating Officer and Chief Technology Officer. “Our goal is to ensure they have the connectivity, tools and AI capabilities that allow them not only to keep up, but to lead. Connectivi...

PLDT Home is sharpening its growth strategy around two levers it sees shaping the next phase of the broadband market: expanding portfolio of digital home services and accelerating prepaid fiber to widen the addressable base while maintaining capital discipline and deliver clear, everyday value to Filipino households. John Y. Palanca, Senior Vice President and Head of Consumer Business – Home   The fixed broadband unit of PLDT Inc. is leaning more aggressively into digital services as households spend a larger share of time and wallet on streaming, smart-home tools, and gaming. PLDT Home reports continued uptake in bundled plans that integrate Netflix,  Cignal , and HBO Max—products that strengthen customer loyalty and support higher-value subscriptions. Under its Home Life lineup, mesh  WiFi  and home security kits are being positioned as practical add ons that convert basic connectivity into smarter, safer living. Meanwhile, IGV Game Pass—providing access to ov...

Reliable connections are built to last, just like the relationships they support at home. As a  constant presence  in Filipino households, PLDT Home continues to bring families closer with a new offer designed for long-term value and everyday digital needs.   PLDT Home introduces its Broadband Free Forever (BFF) Promo, giving new subscribers the chance to enjoy  a  free fiber connection for life ,  making  PLDT  H ome ’s  internet a lasting part of  the  family across generations.   “With the Broadband Free Forever Promo, we’re making PLDT Home Fiber a long-term partner for Filipino families,” said Patrick Tang,  First  Vice President and Head of PLDT Home Acquisition Marketing. “This reflects our commitment to deliver reliable connectivity that families can depend on   today and for the years ahead.  Truly making connections last, just like a real BFF.”   The BFF promo will award   four (4) lucky ...

  Filipinos can now order their PSA certificates via the GLife feature in the GCash app The Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA), Pilipinas Teleserv, and GCash joined forces to launch the PSAHelpline Mini App, making it easier and more convenient for Filipinos to request civil registry documents anytime, anywhere.  Users can securely request PSA certificates, such as birth, marriage, death, CENOMAR, and CENODEATH, and choose between an e-copy or home delivery, all while paying seamlessly with their GCash e-wallets. The integration brings essential government services closer to millions of Filipinos through a platform they already use daily. With this launch, GCash becomes the first e-wallet to host PSAHelpline.ph in-app and the first to offer PDF civil registry certificates directly within the app. PSAHelpline is also the first government service available on GLife. The PSAHelpline Mini App is designed to streamline the end-to-end process of requesting civil registry docum...

Globe Telecom opened the year with a bold message at its flagship quarterly media event. The Blueprint by Globe where connectivity is no longer about speed, but about consistent, reliable service, affordability, and easy access. Held at The Globe Tower, the event showcased how Globe is strengthening the way Filipinos live, work, and connect by treating internet service as a non‑negotiable lifeline. With the theme “Every Filipino Connected,” Globe unveiled innovations and milestones across its portfolio, underscoring its mission to ensure that every Filipino partakes in the benefits of the digital economy. Carl Cruz, President and CEO of Globe, delivers his remarks during the Q1 2026 edition of The Blue Print by Globe, emphasizing Globe’s vision of “Every Filipino Connected” as a fifth essential utility, underscoring technology and innovation as a bridge to opportunity, resilience, and inclusive growth. Among the highlights was Globe’s pioneering partnership with Starlink’s Direct‑to‑Ce...