Palo Alto Networks Reveals: 1 in 3 SMEs Lack Confidence in Hybrid Work Security

Global cybersecurity leader Palo Alto Networks revealed in its 2023 State of Cybersecurity in ASEAN Report that one out of three small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in the Philippines and Southeast Asia is not confident in tracking cybersecurity breaches amid a hybrid work environment. With 41% of their infrastructure and processes running in the cloud for onsite and work-from-home setup, SMEs are most concerned about password attacks (63%), malware attacks (56%), and account takeovers (53%). 

 

Steven Scheurmann, Vice President for ASEAN at Palo Alto Networks, shared, "In observance of Cybersecurity Awareness Month this October, we are reinforcing our mission of  empowering SMEs with a stronger cybersecurity posture, recognizing their pivotal role as the backbone of our economy. It's crucial to remember that SMEs, just like larger organizations, hold valuable data sought after by cyber attackers for financial gain.”

 

For two years in a row, adopting cloud security has been a top cybersecurity strategy for SMEs. However, hybrid work continues to pose challenges for SMEs in securing their cloud applications and services due to risks associated with unsecured home networks and personal devices. These risks include data breaches, which can threaten both SME employees and customers, potentially leading to identity theft and unauthorized financial transactions. These vulnerabilities make it challenging for almost one-third of SMEs to procure a broader range of cybersecurity solutions for hybrid work.

 

To stay ahead of threats, Scheurmann underscored non-negotiables that SMEs should look for when securing cloud infrastructure in hybrid environments.

 

Holistic visibility of network traffic. Imagine your company's network as a bustling airport, where employees work from different 'terminals' or physical locations, such as offices, homes, or remote sites. The challenge resembles airport security—knowing who's allowed to board 'network flights' and who's not. The airport needs to have visibility on every 'passenger' (devices and users) and verify their 'boarding passes' (access permissions). This holistic visibility ensures SMEs that only authorised users and devices get access to data and applications. 

 

Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA). ZTNA operates on the principle of 'never trust, always verify.' If an SME's network is a mall establishment, not all of its tenants can freely move around the building. ZTNA acts as the diligent security manager, ensuring that each 'tenant' (employee) must show their identification and state their purpose before gaining access to areas reserved for authorized personnel only. 

 

AI and machine learning. Artificial intelligence (AI)-backed machine learning in network security is like having personalized content recommendations on your social media. Just as algorithms analyze your preferences for tailored suggestions, AI-driven firewalls with machine learning analyze network traffic, predict, and prevent cyber threats that are also increasingly sophisticated due to AI. They continually adapt, ensuring SMEs are equipped to protect themselves from emerging threats. 

 

"Even small-sized and resource-constrained businesses can establish a formidable security posture, rendering it challenging for attackers to breach, provided a strong cybersecurity hygiene culture prevails within the company. Holistic visibility, a zero-trust approach, and AI integration will help ensure that SMEs can scale up their cloud security to protect against both current and future threats, no matter where they choose to work,” concluded Scheurmann.

 

TV5's Spingo Gave P3M in Cash Prizes with a Promise of More Cash Prizes Ahead!

 

TV5’s Spingo is undoubtedly making its mark as the newest craze to transform TV viewing across the country as the interactive game show continues to give out big prizes to both studio contestants and home players every day.

 

To date, Spingo has given away over P3 Million since the show premiered last month. More studio players are also becoming big winners, including Alex Calleja with P910,000, Tuesday Vargas with P411,000, cosplayer Resty Siarez with P852,000, and E-gamer Trisha with P510,000. 

 

With its interactive feature, Spingo allows home viewers to win by playing the game on the Spingo app while watching the show. Five (5) home players have already hit the blackout jackpot and took part in the grand prize of P100,000 per day, including Richard Mabua Rafols of Manila and Ma. Reyna Ocampo of Marikina who recently came to the TV5 studio for a meet and greet with the hosts.

Non-winners are also given another chance to win as Spingo picks 50 daily winners of P1,000 each – totaling over P1 Million given away to home players.

 

With the tandem of John Arcilla and Spingorgeous Girl Sam Coloso giving the game show a refreshing and energizing vibe, Spingo’s popularity is fast spreading, as shown in the show’s growing viewership ratings. According to Nielsen’s NUTAM data, Spingo’s October 4 episode hit an all-time high of 2.03%, inspiring TV5 to go all-out in giving away bigger prizes to its expanding Kapatid audiences across the country.

 

Spingo’s interactive app is also hitting the numbers with over 100,000 downloads on the Google Play Store. The app is bound to recruit more Spingo home players as it becomes available for iOS users soon.  

 

Join the newest craze and tune in to Spingo every 5:30 PM, Monday to Friday, only on TV5. 

Look: Estancia opens new stores for avid shoppers, foodies

                                                                                                               

Malling in Estancia just got more exciting with the addition of a slew of new dining outlets and shops that opened in May and June of this year. Known for its array of curated stores and restaurants and for being a family-friendly hub for art and culture, Estancia in Pasig City now features Locavore, ALC Bistro Sportslines, Paper Moon, Dizon, Novo Dental, Modern Shang, and Yalo.

 

Locavore Kitchen & Drinks has made a name for itself for locally grown, locally crafted and locally produced food made with love and a passion for good food. Diners love Locavore’s take on Filipino cuisine because it always has something extra to make familiar dishes more special. 

 

Locavore serves elevated Pinoy comfort food, like their famous Sizzling Sinigang and Kimchinigang. The restaurant also serves dishes exclusive to Estancia, such as savory Inasalitos, a Yakitori Platter and Bulalo Pintxos that are great for sharing over drinks, and crunchy Bagnet Chips. Locavore is located at GF East Wing.

 

ALC Bistro offers home-style meals, such as its Signature Lasagna and Garden Fresh Pizza, with a side of good coffee and scrumptious dessert plates, like its Blueberry Cheesecake and sugar-free Frozen Brazo de Mercedes. It also hosts live music performances and open mic nights. It’s a joint that families and friend groups can enjoy any time of the day. Located at GF East Wing

 

 

Want new gear for your sports? Sport Lines at Estancia specializes in tennis, badminton, basketball, volleyball, UFC, yoga and pilates gear. The sporting goods store offers value for money in its selection of fitness equipment like treadmills, spinning and elliptical bikes and weights; Zero Gravity massage chairs; badminton and tennis racquets; balls for various sports activities; ping-pong tables and many other equipment. Watch for their weekend and special occasion sales to get discounts.  Sport Lines is located at LG North Wing.

 

Paper Moon Café is known for its mille crêpe or French cake made of many crêpe layers (the word mille means “a thousand”). One crêpe is enough to send us to the moon, but multiple layers? Its soft and creamy texture with a touch of sweetness will send us flying far into a universe of flavors! 

 

When you slice the mille crêpe, you’ll see just how many layers it is carefully made up of. Cake flavors include salted caramel, ube, mango, mango chocolate, tiramisu, blueberry, strawberry pistachio, chocolate, matcha, red velvet and rainbow. Paper Moon also offers assorted tarts packaged in a box of three. Complementing the mille crêpes are a selection of coffee and pasta, salad, and rice bowls topped with caramelized miso salmon and chicken teriyaki among others. Paper Moon Café is located at GL East Wing.

Dizon Home is the place to go for chic furniture pieces. Its designers have a knack for modern aesthetics with a hint of classic Filipino. Take their bestselling Magsino line. The collection features an acacia dining table with upholstered wooden chairs while the two kabiseras use solihiya for a local feel. 

 

The store offers pieces for all rooms in the house, including headboards for different sizes of beds, sofas, end and console tables, and accent chairs. Dizon Home is located at 2L South Wing.  

  

Modern Shanghai is founded on Shanghai’s most original, traditional home-cooked recipes and delights diners with its casual, homey interiors and vibe. The restaurant embodies the tastes and flavors of Shanghai’s heritage cuisine in authentic but modern fashion. 

 

Check out the restaurant’s signature bundles like the six-course Emperor’s Feast that comes with egg rice, string beans, sweet and sour fish fillet, xiao long bao and water spinach with minced pork. Order the seafood hotpot, which is always a fun experience. When you’re looking for a scrumptious treat after a long work week, indulge in Shanghai chicken and mushroom, sweet and sour fish, beef sirloin, kung pao or orange chicken, and braised fish in black sauce. Located at GL East Wing. 

 

From the same company that brought you Razon’s of Guagua, Yalo now brings you a new set of cold comfort with its icy treats.  They have soft serve ice cream with toppings, Rush On Halo-Halo that you can sip through a straw, and Screamers or slush delights in flavors like Benguet, Luzon and Palawan. Whether it’s summer or the rainy season, anything cold always brings us comfort and an added delight to our malling. Yalo is located at LG East Wing.

 

Estancia makes sure that shoppers get to tick their to-do lists by offering services under its roof. The latest is Novo Dental, a clinic that offers general dentistry, cosmetic dentistry and oral surgery procedures and state-of-the-art dental equipment. Novo Dental is staffed by a team of highly skilled dentists ready to provide clients with the best dental care experience possible ranging from routine cleaning and checkup to root canal and more complex procedures. Novo Dental is located at 4L East Wing.

 

There is so much more to discover at Estancia, Capitol Commons. Here's your one-stop app for all your Larger Than Life experiences: Sign up for the Ortigas Community Card via the Ortigas Malls app to get first dibs on amazing deals, discounts, and perks. 

 

Get updates from Estancia by following its Facebook and Instagram accounts.

 

 

Looking for inspiration for your next vlog, let Rhian Ramos, Kianna Dy, and Benedict Cua motivate you with these tips

Vlogging started out as simply documenting your day or sharing fun moments with friends on social media. Now, it’s evolved into a viable career path for aspiring content creators. You can see the range of content on platforms like YouTube and TikTok, where they talk about anything under the sun and sometimes even do interesting challenges.

 

With millions of content online, it can be hard to stand out. But the great thing about vlogging is there’s a lot of room to be creative and flexible with your content. This is what the Infinix Vlog Masters know all too well as they constantly think outside the box when capturing their own stories with the new Infinix ZERO 30 5G.

 

If you’re looking for inspiration for your next vlog, let Rhian Ramos, Kianna Dy, and Benedict Cua motivate you with these tips:

 

Authenticity is key

Vlogging allows you to share a slice of your life, especially the interesting parts of your day, to your followers. Rhian likes her content to be casual and “a little bit kengkoy” to show another side of herself outside of her showbiz persona. “The point of vlogging is to express yourself and connect to your audience,” she says.

 

Rhian Ramos for Infinix ZERO 30 5G

 

For Benedict, he considers his content as an online journal, so he tries to “capture everything as they happen naturally.” He emphasized the importance of staying true to yourself and not trying to be someone you’re not. “Keep it authentic and maximize whatever resources you currently have for creativity. Be you!” he says.

 

Likewise, Kianna believes in being unfiltered when it comes to sharing what a day in her life looks like. She likes sharing her volleyball training and adulting era, among others, with her followers in hopes of someone finding her content relatable. “I think aspiring creators should be authentic at all times. Be real and show your personality as much as possible and I’m sure someone will find it inspiring, fun, or enriching,” she says.

 

Embrace imperfections

“Your content doesn’t have to be linear or your shots don’t have to be clean, centered or with the perfect lighting conditions all the time,” Kianna says. Contrary to what you see online, vlogs don’t look polished and Instagram-worthy – you can thank good editing for that.

Kianna Dy for Infinix ZERO 30 5G

 

Kianna believes that providing a good mix of polished shots and mistakes can make vlogs more dynamic, and help you tell an interesting story. The imperfections can also make your content different from others.

 

Have a reliable phone to shoot on the go

You don’t need an expensive professional camera to shoot your vlogs. Oftentimes, your smartphone is enough to capture memorable moments, especially if they happen right in front of you. The Infinix ZERO 30 5G, also known as the ultimate vlogging phone, has an impressive 4K 60FPS Ultra Clear Front Vlog Camera that captures HD quality clips and photos wherever you go.

 

Rhian says she doesn’t leave home without the Infinix ZERO 30 5G these days. “It’s always on me. It has a 50 megapixel camera both on the front and back, capable of recording 4K videos at 60fps. Plus, it has a processor chip fast enough for all my editing needs.”

 

Benedict’s advice is to use this nifty vlogging phone while traveling because it’s lightweight and compact. “My favorite is using the Infinix ZERO 30 5G for my B-rolls as it highlights the entire trip. Truly leveling up my vlogs!”

Benedict Cua for Infinix ZERO 30 5G

 

Kianna echoes this sentiment, saying, “The Infinix ZERO 30 5G has been a game-changer for me because it is so compact and light, but delivers high-quality sound and video, especially for travel vlogs,” she says. “I don’t panic anymore if my settings are correct because it does it for me.”

 

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Overall, showcasing your true self in vlogs will make it easier for you to conceptualize the content and flow of your longform vlogs and snackable video clips. You can level up your creativity with each vlog using the Infinix ZERO 30 5G (P14,999 for 12+256GB) with its pro-level camera features. Plus, with the 5G Powerful MediaTek Dimensity 8020 processor with up to 21GB Massive Extended RAM, you can also edit and upload your content without a hitch.

 

The Infinix ZERO 30 5G is available on Infinix’s online stores on Lazada, Shopee, and TikTok Shop, and all Infinix concept stores and kiosks nationwide.

 

Aspiring content creators can also showcase their innovative filmmaking skills at Infinix’s Mobile Vlog Awards (MVA). There will be two categories to show off their content: Template Tales in partnership with CapCut and Vertical Freedom. The submission of entries will be via TikTok from October 5 to 30, while the announcement of winners will be on November 6.

 

MVA finalists will stand a chance to take home Infinix ZERO 30 phones, special prizes such as Air 1 Pro Earphones, Laptop Bags, and e-certificates. Check out how you can join and be part of the first Infinix MVA here.

 

For more updates and information, visit Infinix Philippines’ official website, Facebook page, and TikTok.

OPPO continues to be in the forefront of foldable smartphones especially with the Find N2 Flip

Foldable smartphones have become increasingly popular in recent years, and since the introduction of this segment of smartphones, there has been much excitement in product launches around the world. To delve deeper into the highly competitive foldable smartphone space, according to Counterpoint’s  study^[1]Some of the most prominent findings include the expectation that global shipments of foldable smartphones will reach 55 million units by 2025, along with the realization that global smartphone brands have made significant headway in this industry.

Smartphone manufacturers are strategically shifting their focus towards the premium segment. Within this segment, foldable smartphones have emerged as a game-changing innovation, offering a unique consumer experience. With OPPO, a leading global smartphone manufacturer, at the forefront of this revolution, the brand’s contributions are reshaping the foldable smartphone landscape.

Foldable Smartphone Scene: A Growing Segment

According to Counterpoint’s data, global foldable smartphone shipments are on track to experience robust growth, with a projected Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 114% from 2019 to 2025. By 2025, global shipments are expected to reach an impressive 55 million units, quadrupling from the figures in 2022. In this dynamic market, smartphone brands have been leading the charge, contributing to the industry's rapid evolution and expansion.

In 2022, China held a commanding 26% share of the global foldable smartphone market, surpassing all other markets in this regard to become the leading foldable market globally. Smartphone brands have been instrumental in driving growth through product diversification, technological innovation, and competitive pricing. This collective effort resulted in a remarkable 199% Year-over-Year (YoY) growth in foldable smartphone shipments in 2022.

OPPO’s Role in Elevating the Global Foldable Smartphone Market

OPPO has played a pivotal role in the success of foldable smartphones globally. With the introduction of the OPPO Find N in 2021, the brand has redefined the user foldable experience, making foldable devices an integral part of users' daily lives.

OPPO's dedication to innovation extends beyond software. The OPPO Find N2 Flip, the brand’s first flip foldable, boasts its industry-leading Flexion Hinge, resulting in an incredibly subtle creasing, along with the ability to withstand over 400,000 folds.  At launch, the Find N2 Flip's cover screen was the largest of any flip phone, measuring in at 3.26 inches in a vertical orientation, ideal for most use-cases. This innovative form-factor has also brought new functionality to the flip device, with FlexForm Mode giving users the freedom to use the main camera set up for selfies, group shots and even vlogging. 

Aside from the ability to transform the way we take pictures and videos, the OPPO Find N2 Flip also introduced the fastest charging of any flip phone on Find N2 Flip – 44W SUPERVOOC, taking the 4,300mAh battery from nearly empty to 50 percent in just 23 minutes  The many industry firsts of the OPPO Find N2 Flip resulted in the device capturing approximately 15% foldable smartphone market share in China, boosted to a total of 22% when accounting for the OPPO Find N2 as well.

Foldable Smartphone Market Expansion and the Future

Zooming in on the ultra-premium segment, foldable smartphones are expected to more than double in sales share on the global scale from 7% to 16% by 2025. This signals high potential in the premium smartphone segment, leading global technology brands to expand their reach into international markets. 

On top of that, the APAC region has seen a 50% YoY growth in foldable shipment share from 2021 to 2022. This is evidence of the increased demand for such devices, causing organisations like OPPO to introduce its Find N2 Flip to the region. In fact, the Find N2 Flip was highly received in APAC. Such as in Thailand, where OPPO’s device ranked first in the foldable smartphone segment with up to 55% market share in its first sale month. This type of reception has only spurred OPPO to innovate in the foldable segment to produce more high-value devices to APAC users. 

The Evolution of Foldable Smartphones

It is clear that foldable smartphones have gone through several generations of development. The upcoming generation of foldable smartphones is expected to surpass traditional flagship devices in overall performance and grow significantly in market share as well as consumer demand in the coming years as smartphone brands expand their presence across multiple overseas markets. OPPO, a trailblazer in this industry, is leading the way with innovative products and software enhancements that are reshaping the foldable smartphone landscape. As the market continues to evolve, OPPO remains committed to delivering exceptional user experiences and pushing the boundaries of what foldable smartphones can achieve. 

Launched on 29 August 2023 in the Chinese market, OPPO’s latest clamshell foldable, the Find N3 Flip, will also be arriving in global markets soon, further elevating the next generation of foldable smartphone innovation. 

For further updates from OPPO, please visit the OPPO Philippines’ official website at www.oppo.com.ph/ or its official Facebook page at OPPO Philippines.

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^[1] (Zhang, Bai, & Tang, Foldable Smartphones Set to Take on New Heights, 2023)

Herbalife’s Asia Pacific Simply Recycle Challenge Results in Over 744,000 Product Canisters Submitted for Recycling

– Plus 14,679 Trees will be Planted to Support a Thriving Planet 

 

The global premier health and wellness company, Herbalife, today announced the results of its second Simply Recycle Challenge in Asia Pacific, a regional initiative that motivated its Independent Distributors to submit used Herbalife product canisters for recycling. Held from April to September this year, the Challenge inspired 1,500 Herbalife distributors and Nutrition Club owners in 14 markets spanning the Asia Pacific region to submit 744,654 product canisters, which will in turn lead to 14,679 trees being planted to reduce the effects of climate change. 

 

First launched last year, Herbalife’s Simply Recycle Challenge covers markets in Australia, Cambodia, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Japan, Korea, Macau, Malaysia, New Zealand, Philippines, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand and Vietnam. The regional Challenge sees a total of 1,456,654 canisters being submitted for recycling in 2022 and this year.

“The Challenge is an important part of our Go Green initiative in the Asia Pacific, demonstrating our continued commitment to environmental sustainability,” said Stephen Conchie, Regional President, Herbalife Asia Pacific, and China. “I’m delighted that it resulted in more canisters being submitted than last year. Together with our distributors, we are making positive impacts that not only help improve the health and well-being of people in our communities but also build a healthy planet for a sustainable future.”

 

For this year’s Challenge, Herbalife has again partnered with the non-profit organization One Tree Planted, which will plant one tree for every 50 canisters recycled by participants.  According to One Tree Planted, a tree on average absorbs about 10 kilograms of carbon dioxide per year for the first 20 years. Hence, as 14,679 trees will be planted,this year’s Challenge can contribute to an estimated 146 tonnes of carbon dioxide being sequestered from the atmosphere each year for the next 20 years – equivalent to 21.5 around-the-world trips of carbon footprint generated by a diesel car. 

The Simply Recycle Challenge is helping drive Herbalife’s ongoing efforts to support recycling. Additionally, Herbalife has implemented initiatives at its facilities, as well as sales and distribution centers in more than 30 markets around the world, to incentivize recycling of Company product packaging and educate customers about recycling and waste reduction. In 2021 and 2022, these local programs resulted in 5,475 metric tons of materials recycled.

For more information on Herbalife’s sustainability efforts, please view the company’s Global Sustainability Report.

HONOR opens Experience Store at Gaisano Mall of Davao!

 

HONOR, the leading global tech provider of smart devices, unveils its HONOR Experience Store at 3^rd level of Gaisano Mall of Davao.  

 

“We are overjoyed because starting today, Davaoeños can finally experience the HONOR’s powerful devices, which they have been looking forward to check out and avail in store. Truth be told, this is the first of the many stores to be opened, and expect more stores to be unveiled here in Davao and other key areas of Mindanao in the months to come,” said Stephen Cheng, Vice President of HONOR Philippines.   

From left to right: Jaynard Lamarca, National Training Head; Connie Ann Tapia, Gaisano Mall of Davao Regional Leasing Manager; Johnny Ong, Owner of Mikrocell Davao; Steven Yan, GTM Manager; Pao Oga, PR Manager; Karla Nangcas, Trade Marketing Manager

The event was officiated by HONOR Philippines’ GTM Manager, Steven Yan, PR Manager Pao Oga, National Training Head Jaynard Lamarca; Karla Nangcas, Trade Marketing Manager, along with Mr. Johny Ong of MikroCell Davao. The event was attended by top Davao publications, both from print, and online, along with top Davao content creators.  

 

The recently launched powerful HONOR devices, HONOR 90 5G and its successor HONOR 90 5G Lite, were highlighted and reintroduced to consumers and media guests. HONOR fans and mall-goer consumers participated in the Guess The Phone Challenge, where they had the chance to win special prizes from HONOR.   

Mall-goers and HONOR fans got crazed about the newest HONOR Experience Store and the latest devces.  

 

Let’s Make it Happen this 10.10  

 

This HONOR 10.10 Sale, you can get to over Php 10,000 discount on HONOR products, just head on to Shopee (bit.ly/HONORShopeeShine99), Lazada (bit.ly/HONORLazadaShine99), and TikTok (bit.ly/HONORTikTokShine99)from October 10 to 15, 2023! 

  

Get HONOR MagicBook X14 from Php 34,990 to just Php 22,403 still with a FREE Premium HONOR bag worth Php 2,000. Crowd-favorite HONOR 70 5G is also getting a slash from Php 26,990 to just Php 18,990! HONOR X Series is also up for grabs with a hefty discount too! 

 

HONOR X9 will be on sale for Php 8,490 from its Php 14,990 price tag. HONOR X8 is available with Php 6,500 less, now only Php 6,490. HONOR X7 and HONOR X6 will also be up for grabs for only Php 5,990 and Php 5,490, respectively. 

 

HONOR’s most powerful hero smartphone HONOR 90 5G is also getting a price drop, now only at Php 23,990. And the recently-launched HONOR 90 Lite 5G, HONOR X6a, HONOR X5 Plus, and HONOR Pad X6 will also come at a discounted price.  

 

For more updates and announcements, you may visit HONOR’s website www.hihonor.com or social media platforms: Facebook (Facebook.com/HonorPhilippines), Instagram (Instagram.com/honorph/) and TikTok: (Tiktok.com/@honorphilippines). To check out HONOR’s complete list of retail stores, go to https://www.hihonor.com/ph/retailers/.

Actress Ophelia Lovibond on how fashion tells a story in the comedy series Minx

From bell-bottom pants and platform shoes to vibrant colors and bold patterns, the costumes in Minx play a crucial role in capturing the essence of the 1970s. Created and written by Ellen Rapoport, the series follows an earnest young feminist Joyce (Ophelia Lovibond) who joins forces with a low-rent publisher (Jake Johnson) to create the first erotic magazine for women. In the show, each outfit not only helps build the world, but also reflects the characters' personalities – and in the case of protagonist Joyce, even reflects her trajectory.

On fashion’s central role in the show, lead actress Ophelia Lovibond said,“Costume's a massive character - it's a huge part of the show. It's definitely something that our viewers have enjoyed digesting... You see Joyce quite buttoned up, and towards the end of Season 1, she starts to kind of release the pussybow. But she's still in three-piece suits, she still uses her clothing as sort of an armor. In the same way that Joyce is becoming more confident, the trappings of fame and money have built her confidence, you see that kind of reflecting in the way she dresses... She's been frightened of looking too like a woman in case she's undermined and not taken seriously. But now that she has got that a  firm footing in that kind of business world, she feels comfortable to not have to dress like a man to get the respect of one."

Mark your calendars for October 6 and tune in to Lionsgate Play on PLDT Home for the newest season of Minx streaming exclusively in the Philippines!

Start investing with just P50 with Maya Funds

Want to invest but don't know where to start? Maya, the #1 Digital Banking App in the Philippines, makes it simple. With just P50, you can begin investing in local and global companies like Apple, Microsoft, PLDT, and SM through Maya Funds, its newest feature.  

 

Maya is your ultimate platform whether you're a newbie or an experienced investor. The beauty of Maya is its all-in-one digital banking experience. You can manage all your financial needs, from investing and saving to spending and borrowing, right within our easy-to-navigate app.  
 

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We've teamed up with Seedbox Philippines, a leading digital marketplace for financial products, to introduce Maya Funds—a gateway to diverse investment opportunities within our comprehensive digital banking ecosystem. Through this partnership, you gain access to 13 carefully selected local and global funds, including Unit Investment Trust Funds (UITFs), which ATRAM Trust Corporation, the first standalone trust corporation in the Philippines, expertly manages. Plus, you can invest in Mutual Funds (MFs) managed by BIMI, a wholly owned subsidiary of the Bank of the Philippines Islands (BPI). These options provide flexibility and diversity in your investment strategy, all with the added assurance of regulatory oversight from both 

 the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) and the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), ensuring your investments are safeguarded.

 

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