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Southeast Asia’s e-commerce market will be world’s second-fastest growing market by 2029, SMEs a pivotal growth lever

Jayvee Fernandez — Mon, 18 May 2026 11:24:32 +0000

2C2P by Antom, Southeast Asia’s leading full-suite payments platform, released the latest study conducted by market intelligence firm IDC, revealing that the Southeast Asia e-commerce market is on a strong upward trajectory and is projected to become the second fastest-growing e-commerce market in the world with a 13.2% compound annual growth rate (CAGR) from […]

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How the Galaxy watch predicts fainting before it happens

Jayvee Fernandez — Mon, 11 May 2026 23:25:09 +0000

Fainting isn’t just a momentary blackout; it’s the secondary injury—the fractured wrist or the concussion from hitting the pavement—that actually ruins your month. For the 40% of us who experience vasovagal syncope (VVS), the physical reality is a lack of warning. You’re fine, and then you’re on the floor. Samsung’s latest clinical study with Chung-Ang […]

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OPPO 5.5 sale kick off

Jayvee Fernandez — Wed, 06 May 2026 02:57:40 +0000

Don’t let your tech hold you back just as the season is heating up. Summer is a whirlwind of spontaneous travel, sun-drenched adventures, and non-stop plans, and you need to be fully prepared for every experience waiting to happen. The OPPO 5.5 Sale is your ultimate summer kick-off, bringing you a lineup of exclusive online-only […]

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Adventures in vibe coding

Jayvee Fernandez — Tue, 05 May 2026 10:29:36 +0000

The industry is slowly realizing that the honeymoon phase of AI is sunsetting and we are now being subjected to the reality of cost. Some organizations have learned that AI isn’t as affordable as it hoped to be, and that hiring actual human beings is still cheaper and more efficient. That being said, I still […]

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Xiaomi launches new 2026 power bank series

Jayvee Fernandez — Tue, 05 May 2026 10:07:53 +0000

From laptop-ready power to slim magnetic charging, the new series offers a safety net in case of emergencies Everyone knows what a 10 percent battery feels like mid-afternoon, while you’re in transit or maybe during a power outage. The meeting still has thirty minutes left. The map is mid-route. The shoot is not done. The […]

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Cashalo reaches 10 million members and P30B disbursed

Jayvee Fernandez — Tue, 05 May 2026 10:05:39 +0000

Digital lending platform Cashalo announced key milestones as it continues to grow its presence in the Philippines, reaching over 10 million registered members on its platform since launching in 2018. Over the same period, the company has granted more than 6 million loans and disbursed over P30 billion in credit to borrowers nationwide, reflecting sustained […]

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Cybersecurity trust deficit: why vendors are failing the audit

Jayvee Fernandez — Tue, 21 Apr 2026 01:36:46 +0000

When building an enterprise technology stack, cybersecurity solutions are treated like Best in Slot armor. You equip them, pay the subscription fee, and expect your threat mitigation strategy to be impenetrable. But what happens when you cannot actually see the stat sheet? According to a recent Sophos-backed study spanning 5,000 organizations across 17 countries, the […]

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Connect, Create and Play with the All-New Smart Postpaid Plans+ with Unli Apps to supercharge every digital lifestyle

Jayvee Fernandez — Mon, 20 Apr 2026 04:53:50 +0000

Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart) is elevating the Filipino digital experience with the launch of its All-New Postpaid Plans+ with Unli Apps—designed to supercharge the always-on-the-go lifestyle.At the heart of these new plans is Unlimited App Access (Unli Apps), a powerful feature that lets subscribers enjoy unlimited data for their favorite apps. These apps are curated […]

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Maximize fuel savings with the Petron BPI Mastercard

Jayvee Fernandez — Sat, 04 Apr 2026 09:11:39 +0000

Driving in the Philippines means absorbing constantly fluctuating fuel costs. For many motorists, the practical approach isn’t always driving less—it’s optimizing how you pay for the fuel you already consume. The Petron BPI Mastercard proposes a straightforward trade-off: commit your regular fuel spending to Petron’s network, and receive a 3% rebate in return. For the […]

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How Liangzhou changes Where Winds Meet

Jayvee Fernandez — Fri, 03 Apr 2026 16:17:47 +0000

Everstone Studio recently released the “Liangzhou” update for its open-world Wuxia ARPG, Where Winds Meet. For players, the immediate trade-off is environmental: leaving behind the sprawling deserts of Jade Gate Pass for the harsh snowscapes and fortified frontier towns of Liangzhou. But the actual shift here isn’t geographic; it’s behavioral. The core of this update […]

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