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Mynt secures $300M in funding from lead investors Warburg Pincus, Insight Partners and Bow Wave

Written by louiseinthehouse on November 10, 2021

Mynt, one of the Philippines’ major digital financial solutions provider and the company behind the popular GCash payment services app, has raised over $300 million in funding, valuing Mynt at over $2 billion. This solidifies its status as the Philippines’ only unicorn, and as one of the leading fintech companies in Southeast Asia. The investment round was led by global investment giant Warburg Pincus, New York-based global private equity and venture capital firm Insight Partners, and Bow Wave Capital, one of Mynt’s existing investors. The round also includes participation from Itai Tsiddon and Amplo Ventures as well as capital from Globe and Ayala. Since the onset of community quarantines as response to COVID19, Mynt has been at the forefront of digital transformation of Filipinos as the “go-to” payment and financial services solution to over 48 million users, nearly half of the national population. With the continued relevance of the app […]

New SKYCable channels for all-around entertainment

Written by louiseinthehouse on November 10, 2021

Premier Sports, SPOTV and SPOTV2, TAP Movies, TAPAction Flix, and DreamWorks available on SKYcable SKYcable continues to provide all-around entertainment for subscribers nationwide with the freshest and hottest shows today as it brings in more top-rating channels to its line-up, including Premier Sports, SPOTV and SPOTV2, TAP Movies, TAPAction Flix, and DreamWorks on its new HD Plans. Die-hard Pinoy sports fans can have a front-row seat to the most exciting competitive sporting events with the addition of Korea’s leading sports channels SPOTV and SPOTV2, and the home of the world’s big-time tournaments, Premier Sports, on its programming roster. Catch all the action in the UFC, Formula 1, NFL, WTA Tour, UEFA Champions and Europa League, and AEW Dynamite on Premier Sports, and don’t miss all the happenings in tennis’ Wimbledon and US Open, golf’s British Open, Women’s Open, and The Senior Open, motorsports’ Moto GP and World SBK, Badminton World […]

Safe Driving in the New Normal with Ford Philippines’ Driving Skills for Life

Written by louiseinthehouse on November 9, 2021

Ford Philippines is bringing its Driving Skills for Life (DSFL) program in Visayas and Mindanao this month as part of its commitment to create better and safer drivers on the road. With the theme “Safe Driving in the New Normal”, this year’s DSFL will cover timely topics including pandemic car care and maintenance tips, car sanitation and disinfection, and driving techniques during the rainy weather. These are in addition to the existing DSFL training module which covers basic vehicle dynamics and handling, driving in various conditions, anti-distracted driving, and fuel-efficient driving. This year’s DSFL sessions will be conducted virtually in order to foster a safe and physically-distant learning environment. The DSFL is back this year after its postponement in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. “We are excited to bring the DSFL back this year as we reinforce our long-standing advocacy on road safety. Now, the DSFL is made more […]

Crime-buster and corruption fighter

Written by louiseinthehouse on November 9, 2021

Senator Panfilo “Ping” Lacson is relying on his record as crime-buster and corruption fighter to win him the presidency. This is evident in his video advertisement (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yv_HZnGnsow) that highlights some of his major accomplishments as a senator and former head of the Philippine National Police (PNP). Lacson plans to expand these initiatives as president and bring the government closer to the people. His main advocacy is to give more power to local government units that are closest to the citizens and understand the people’s needs best and are in a better position to respond to their problems more effectively. The senator’s campaign underscores his efforts to prevent public money from being lost through corruption. His careful and detailed scrutiny of the national budget has saved the country P300 billion. Lacson proved his strong opposition to the pork barrel that had become for legislators a major perk of their jobs, by […]

SKY Fiber back-to-back promos extended until Oct. 31

Written by louiseinthehouse on October 5, 2021

No installation fees when switching to SKY Fiber SKY Fiber has extended its promos for its Super Speed home internet plans that will give free installation to switchers and a P500 discount in installation fee for new subscribers or non-switchers until the end of October. This will enable subscribers to save as much as P2,000 in installation fees. Families looking for a reliable, fast, and steady home Wi-Fi connection to meet their needs for work-at-home and distance education can avail of SKY Fiber’s Unli Broadband Plan at only P1,499 per month, which provides an internet speed of up to 40Mbps. This plan includes two free WiFi Mesh units that strengthen the Wi-Fi coverage by evenly distributing the internet signal around the house. Households that want higher speeds can choose from a variety of other SKY Fiber plans. The Unli Broadband Plans offer up to 80Mbps, 120Mbps, and 200Mbps internet speed; […]

mWell Helps thousands of Filipinos in historic nationwide virtual medical mission

Written by louiseinthehouse on September 10, 2021

Filipinos no longer need to bear the burden of outdated medical care. The whole country was given respite from the worries of getting quality medical care with National mWellness Day by mWell, the country’s only fully integrated health and wellness mobile app. Kara David, founder of Project Malasakit, hosted the online event in the National mWellness Day culminating activity states, “As caretakers, guardians, or as a parent, the anxiety and challenges of getting quality medical care is heightened especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. The first ever virtual medical mission by mWell PH brings health and wellness closer to people. Nakakalungkot, subalit totoong may kakulangan sa healthcare para tugunan ang pangangailangan ng ating mga kababayan.” (“It’s disheartening to note that there is a lack of quality healthcare needed by Filipinos.”) On September 4 and 5, 2021, the first nationwide online medical mission in the Philippines took place via the mWell app by […]

Going Beyond Basic Education: MCM offers world-class learning tools to Junior HS students

Written by louiseinthehouse on July 9, 2021

Malayan Colleges Mindanao, A Mapúa School, welcomes the upcoming school year with the opening of its Junior High School Department. Expanding its academic horizon to offer Grades 7 to 10, MCM furthers its mission to produce excellent and relevant students who areglobally competitive and locally in demand. Malayan Colleges Mindanao, where technology is successfully integrated into classrooms, continues to personalize and enhance education for its learners by leveraging digital resources that redefine instruction and student learning. With a strong focus on 21st-century learning, Malayan Colleges Mindanao equips Junior High School with a comprehensive and unique learning system, guided learning with qualified teachers, and special tools for lesson mastery. Easy and Unique Learning System Malayan Colleges Mindanao features a Unique Learning System called the MCM Digital, powered by one of the world’s leading learning management systems, Blackboard Learn. It offers a centralized portal to access learning contents, resources, and educational tools […]

Globe Business to Filipino SMEs: Tuloy Tayo!

Written by louiseinthehouse on June 27, 2021

Every business that has survived and beaten the pandemic odds carries an inspiring story of creativity, grit, and resilience worthy of recognition. By capturing and telling these stories, Globe Business honors the local micro, small and medium business owners through this year’s Saludo SMEs campaign, cheering them on with the message “Through The Changing Times, Tuloy Tayo!”, and supporting them as a trusted partner does so that they can confidently move their business forward. The ‘Saludo SMEs’ campaign is Globe Business’ annual initiative to recognize the contribution to sustainable economic development made by micro, small and medium businesses. It was first launched in 2019 to shine a spotlight on SME challenges and successes and inspire other entrepreneurs facing similar struggles to keep going, and coming off a troubled 2020, the campaign message feels more poignant and emotionally-charged than ever. This year’s campaign kicked off with a virtual event featuring special […]

Naproxen Sodium (Sarimax) knows no body pain

Written by louiseinthehouse on June 15, 2021

The effects of COVID-19 are felt to this day most especially economically. People lost their jobs, some needed to close shop after years of existence, others are barely surviving. Needless to say, numerous people found themselves working double to make up for income losses. Challenging as it may be, there is a silver lining as the situation proves how resiliency will get one by. This story is evident in the world more so in the Philippines. Not only are Filipinos known to be a friendly race; Filipinos are also popularly known to be hardworking. For some reason, the more physical the job, the more effort has to be exerted. Often do we hear the term “Push lang ng push!” Push to keep going, push to finish the task, push not to quit. Pushing the body strength reflects a strong and determined attitude translating that Filipinos will go through great lengths […]

GCash Futurecast 2021: The leading E-wallet shares a peek into its newest innovations

Written by louiseinthehouse on May 17, 2021

GCash introduces new in-app products and services to make finance easy, approachable, and accessible Attending an event with GCash is exciting even before the pandemic. Last week we had an online event called GCash Futurecast 2021 where they showcased new exciting things about the app. From starting out as an e-wallet for making fast and secure online transactions to being the undisputed #1 mobile wallet app in the Philippines, GCash is now transforming itself once again to respond to the call of the times by launching new products and services to further its vision of making Filipino lives better everyday, with finance solutions made for all. GCash as a platform has enabled Filipinos with digital finance which is easily accessible through their phones. With 1 in 3 Filipinos currently using the app after growing its user base from just more than 20 million in January 2020 to over 40 million […]