The PR & Events Circuit

GCash, the Philippines’ number one finance app, is expanding its cross-border payments in Qatar thanks to its partnership with Alipay+, a suite of global cross-border digital payment and marketing solutions. “We have been doubling down efforts on making sure GCash is available to Filipinos across the world, in line with our vision of ‘Finance for All’. And it doesn’t come at a better time for us to launch our cross-border payments in Qatar as the country hosts the World Cup,” said Martha Sazon, president and CEO of GCash. Filipinos in Qatar can now use GCash to pay at select merchants who support Alipay+ payments. The FIFA World Cup has kicked off in Qatar with an estimated 1.5 million visitors traveling to the small Middle Easter nation for the tournament. Using GCash in international destinations like Qatar is just like paying in Philippine peso as it allows users to experience real-time foreign exchange without any service fee. For one, Filipino travelers in Qatar can use GCash at e...

Globe, the leader in Mobile, welcomes the release of the implementing rules and regulations (IRR) of the SIM Registration Act for standard enforcement of the law. The IRR, crafted by the National Telecommunications Commission in consultation with the telco industry, has also gone through public hearing.  It is expected to lay down the SIM registration procedure and guidelines that all public telecommunications entities (PTEs) must follow in creating their respective registration platforms. The IRR is expected to take effect on December 27, 2022. In compliance with the law, Globe will launch its online SIM registration platform and start selling new SIMs in deactivated mode. All new SIMs must be registered immediately to enjoy Globe services, while existing SIMs should be registered within 180 days or six months from the effectivity of the law. There are an estimated 87.9 million SIM users under the Globe network. “Globe is proud to be part of the technical working group that crafte...

A safer, faster and more seamless payment option is now available for ka-solo, or ka-salo families and barkadas of Kuya J Restaurants nationwide as GCash, the country’s leading mobile wallet, has partnered with the most preferred Filipino restaurant to offer Scan-to-pay options to their diners. Through this partnership, customers and patrons of Kuya J Restaurant now have an easier way to pay for their favorite Filipino comfort food. Kuya J Restaurant is known for their gastronomic Filipino dishes like Crispy Pata, Kare-kare and Beef Caldereta, and it’s all time favorite Kuya J Halo Halo. “Providing convenience to our users has always been our thrust at GCash. The GCash Scan-to-pay not only eliminates the hassle of bringing cash but also allows users to have a safer payment experience when they dine in and order their favorites at Kuya J. We are very glad that they have embraced the future of safer and more convenient digital payment as the country transitions to the new normal,” says ...

This year marks the first Christmas season where it’s possible to gather around and party face-to-face, which means many of us will likely go all-out on gifts and shopping.  With all the holiday budols on the horizon, though, it’s still possible to earn great savings—and even win some prizes!   Check out these exclusive Holideals offers from PLDT Home that subscribers can enjoy: Maya cashback Who wouldn’t want to win loads of cash that’s great not only for shopping, but also for taking care of bills, sending cashless aguinaldos, topping up mobile and gaming load, and more? Shoppers should have their eyes on the Maya cashback that come with signing up for a new Home Fiber Unli or Fiber Asenso plan.   Home Rewards Crystals New subscribers who apply online for a PLDT Home plan will get free 500 Home Rewards Crystals, which they can exchange for discounts at various outlets such as Zalora and Shop SM. Existing PLDT Home subscribers aren’t left out, too—just avail of an upgrad...

Country’s largest cybersecurity conference brought together industry professionals from the Philippines and around the world to tackle online security trends and threat landscapes Global cybersecurity leader Trend Micro recently hosted its annual cybersecurity conference online entitled DECODE 2022: Detect & Respond which drew an audience of over 2,200 participants, its largest yet since its launch in 2017. Held last November 28 to 29, 2022, the free cybersecurity conference featured esteemed speakers who came well-equipped with years of experience in their respective fields, united by the goal of spreading awareness and empowering Filipino cybersecurity professionals. This year’s theme, Detect & Respond, revolved around key processes in identifying and addressing  cyberthreats and attacks across various sectors in the field from law enforcement and mobile payment platforms, to popular games such as Genshin Impact. The conference saw six keynote sessions led by Jay Yaneza, ...

Entrepreneurs in the Philippines will soon gain a new platform for growth with the launch of GCash Pro, an all-in-one business portal that provides merchants greater value, more choices, and an increased flexibility to manage their business finances.   Providing a platform to support micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSME) is crucial for a sustainable economy as they comprise 99.5% of business in the Philippines. Majority of MSMEs (59%) have already adopted digitized processes, but the experience still remains to be fragmented, with several disjointed platforms and providers for various services, making it an overwhelming and confusing experience for business owners.   Aside from offering cashless payment acceptance solutions, GCash Pro will enable MSMEs to oversee their company’s expense management, disbursements, logistics, and even access curated government services.   With GCash Pro, small enterprises will soon be able to access business loans and insurance, as we...

Will defending champion Colegio de San Juan de Letran (CSJL) finally nail a three-peat crown or will this season’s top-seed De La Salle-College of St. Benilde (CSB) bounce back to stay alive? It’s definitely an exciting Sunday afternoon on December 11 as broadcast giant GMA Network airs Game 2 of the much-awaited face-off between the Letran Knights and the Benilde Blazers at the National Collegiate Athletic Association of the Philippines (NCAA) Season 98 Men’s Senior Basketball Finals live from the Araneta Coliseum with simulcast at 3PM on GMA and GTV. Game 1 of the best-of-three championship series not only saw a jampacked Araneta Coliseum but also beat rival TV shows last Sunday, December 4.    Based on Nielsen Philippines’ National Urban TV Audience Measurement (NUTAM) overnight ratings for Dec. 4, the NCAA Season 98 Men’s Senior Basketball Finals Game 1, which aired on both GMA and GTV, posted a combined people rating of 4.0 percent. It dominated rival shows which aired on...

Manila, Philippines. December 5, 2022 — Finding the perfect holiday gifts for loved ones can be challenging for some people. Well, gift giving doesn’t come with no pressure since we only want to give our loves ones what’s best for them. If you’re still looking for the ideal presents or rather need some inspiration, Filipina singer-songwriter Moira dela Torre shares her holiday gift ideas that are perfect for all ages and for every special person in your life!  Making it a merrier Christmas season, Home Credit recently launched  The Great 0% Interest Festival , so every shopper can check out items from almost 10,000 partner stores nationwide. Customers can choose from more than 50,000 products available through Home Credit that they get at 0% interest until January 31, 2023. Are you ready? Check out what’s in Moira’s shopping list this holiday season! Gifts for learning and entertainment Now is the time to reward hard-working children and inaanaks the gadgets they deserve. Gift...

Smart home gadgets and up to P5 Million cash up for grabs! Get ready for a merrier and better Christmas season as PLDT Home brings back Holideals! Starting November, PLDT Home subscribers can enjoy exclusive deals on Fiber plans, chance to win smart home devices, and raffle prizes of up to P5 Million in cash. Enjoy the Fastest Internet and Win Smart Home Gadgets  PLDT Home Fiber and Asenso Fiber subscribers are in for a treat as they get to experience the fastest broadband at home while also enjoying special perks and a chance to win exciting prizes.  New subscribers enjoy free installation and modem activation fees and automatically earn raffle entries to win smart home devices such as eufy security cameras, TP link WiFi mesh, Samsung projectors, Marshall speakers, Xiaomi robot vacuums, smart air purifiers and smart watches. Existing subscribers can earn Maya cashback, up to 1,150 Home Rewards Crystals, and up to 230 Raffle entries to the Grand Giveaway Promo where they can w...

Get ready to binge on your favorite noodle dishes from Boat Noodle, the largest Thai street food in Malaysia, and pay for your orders safely and seamlessly using the scan-to-pay option from GCash, the country’s no. 1 e-wallet.    The super quick and convenient payment option from GCash is available at the  newly opened Boat Noodle branches in SM Mall of Asia, SM Grand Central, and coming soon at SM North EDSA.  Bring your family and friends for a mouthful of flavorful broth with Boat Noodles’ 4+1 set at P333.00!   Savor your favorite Thai dishes – from the signature sweet-savoury taste of  Pad Thai, to the authentic heat of Ayutthaya Noodle Soup, along with an extensive selection of all-time Thai favorites, Boat Noodles brings the ambiance of Bangkok streets and offers a variety of flavors and choices to satisfy every foodie’s Thai craving. Dine in and choose from an array of small plates and stack the finished bowls when done – as is Thailand’s tradition. ...