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Amid the resurgence of overseas travel, Globe Telecom has again expanded its 5G roaming services with its footprint now covering 72 countries worldwide. Globe’s 5G roaming coverage now covers Guatemala, South Africa, Seychelles, India, Peru, Aland Islands, Crete, Croatia, and Romania. These additions mean that Globe postpaid and prepaid customers can now enjoy seamless and high-speed 5G experiences in more destinations across the globe.
“Our goal has always been to provide our customers with the best possible roaming experience. With our 5G coverage now spanning 72 countries, we’re leading the way in the Philippines and giving our customers a better Roaming experience. Whether you’re a Globe customer traveling abroad or a foreign subscriber visiting our beautiful islands, you can now #RoamWithGlobe and enjoy unparalleled 5G speeds,” said Globe Vice President for Postpaid and International Business Coco Domingo. Globe users traveling abroad can get the most out of their 5G roaming experience with any Globe Roam Surf promo of their choice. Globe Postpaid customers can pre-register for their preferred data roaming promos a day before their trip via the GlobeOne app. Options include Roam Surf Longer Stay offers which provide data roaming for as low as Php200/day. Alternatively, for customers who want the convenience of not having to subscribe to a promo, Globe Roam Surf 399 is available to them simply by turning on mobile data and data roaming upon landing at the country of destination. This convenient data roaming offer automatically renews every 24 hours with the same rate of Php399.
Globe Prepaid users can also immediately connect to roaming partners and register for Roam Surf promos via GlobeOne for as low as Php100/day. Once registered, they simply need to turn on Mobile Data and Data Roaming, restart their phone, and ensure their APN is set to internet.globe.com.ph. Meanwhile, inbound roamers or foreign subscribers of Globe’s partner networks visiting the Philippines can also take advantage of the company’s robust 5G infrastructure. As Globe continues to push the boundaries of what is possible in the realm of mobile connectivity, its customers can look forward to even more innovations and expanded coverage in the future.
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PLDT, Smart, CLIMBS, Co-Op College PH Partner To Promote Digital Literacy Among Filipino Cooperatives
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PLDT and its wireless subsidiary Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart) recently supported an e-learning session on brand activation organized by CLIMBS Life and General Insurance Cooperative (CLIMBS), the Co-operative College of the Philippines (Co-op College PH), and the National Federation of Cooperative Primaries in the Philippines (NaFeCOOP) for its member cooperatives (coops) nationwide. “We, at PLDT and Smart, recognize the key role of our infrastructure and technologies in helping cooperatives thrive. We continue to foster digital inclusion through our corporate shared value programs, as we expand livelihood opportunities that can benefit Filipinos, including coops nationwide,” said PLDT and Smart Assistant Vice President (AVP) and Stakeholder Management Group Head Stephanie V. Orlino.
Supported by the Philippine Partnerships for Sustainable Agriculture, the webinar, which was participated by over 135 coop members and officers, focused on how to maximize digital channels to further enhance their brand activation efforts. Leveraging digital technology to further boost productivity among cooperatives through brand activation, the session focused on strategies for content and social media marketing including online engagement. Highlighting the vital role of digital tools in empowering Filipino MSMEs and coops, this e-learning session is a key component of PLDT and Smart’s eBiznovation initiative, a digital upskilling-to-e-commerce program that aims to provide local entrepreneurs with the right digital tools to help them grow their businesses online. To date, PLDT and Smart have trained more than 10,000 MSMEs and coop members nationwide on digital literacy and entrepreneurship.
“This webinar is important as we undergo digital transformation in doing business. Discussion on brand activation is also a crucial part of crafting our marketing strategies. We are excited about how we can create impact, not just within but also outside our cooperatives, through branding and digital technology,” said CLIMBS President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Noel D. Raboy. The PLDT Group remains fully committed to promoting inclusive technologies that can help boost livelihood opportunities among Filipino coops, leaving no one behind. The eBiznovation program also highlights the PLDT Group’s support to the government’s Go Digital Pilipinas Movement as a founding member of the Digital Infrastructure pillar of the Private Sector Advisory Council which seeks to uplift the lives of Filipinos through adoption of digital services.
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South Korea Is PUBG Nations Cup 2023 Champions
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KRAFTON, Inc. has announced South Korea as the champions of the PUBG Nations Cup 2023 (PNC 2023), defeating 15 other regions at the Sangam afreeca Colosseum in Seoul, South Korea. The team, consisting of Giyeol “seoul” Cho, Heejoo “Inonix” Na, Jungyoung “Loki” Park, Taesung “Heaven” Kim, and coach Myounggwan “ssonic” Shin, finished at the top position with a total of three Chicken Dinners out of eight podium finishes, and 172 points, to claim $100,000 in prize money after three days of intense PNC 2023 action. The team will also receive additional prize money from the Pick’em Challenge crowdfunding activation. Giyeol “seoul” Cho was named as the MVP with a total of 34 kills and 7,208 damage inflicted.
16 regions participated in PNC 2023, with a total of 64 players. United Kingdom, the winners of PNC 2022, finished 2nd, followed closely by Vietnam and Argentina. Other EMEA (Europe, Middle East and Africa) teams Denmark, Germany and Turkiye took 6th, 8th, and 9th places respectively. PNC 2023 followed the “point rule” structure that combines kill points and placement points. There were six matches per day with a total of 18 matches played on Erangel, Miramar, Taego, as well as Vikendi, a map that has made its debut in the global PUBG eSports events. Team South Korea burst into the leading spot at the end of Match 11 and managed to maintain that position all the way to the finish line, leaving no room for speculation as to who was going to be crowned PNC 2023 champions. In contrast, team United Kingdom concluded the second day in 12th and demonstrated a remarkable comeback performance during the final day, climbing up 10 positions and even dislodging the stellar Vietnam to take second place at the end of the tournament.
On the final day of the event, KRAFTON unveiled a teaser trailer of the 10th map for PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS which also featured the game’s iconic character, Lone Survivor, alongside the phrase “THE CITY OF GLORY”. KRAFTON plans to follow up with more details about the new map ahead of its release.
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DTI Introduces Grand Showcase Of Filipino Innovation For Young Creatives
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The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), with the suppoet of Senator Imee Marcos, introduces the Young Creatives Challenge (YC2), a grand showcase of Filipino innovation. YC2 aims to train the spotlight on the brilliance of creative minds across various domains like songwriting, screenwriting, playwriting, graphic novels, animation, game development, and online content creation. This competition serves as a platform for exceptionally gifted individuals, offering them opportunities for personal and professional growth. Participants can gain recognition, exposure, valuable networks, and partnerships.
The DTI invites Filipino citizens aged 18 to 35, regardless of experience, to join as individuals or teams. Original creations are a must and the theme is intentionally broad, allowing participants to explore any subject matter. The DTI will launch the competition on September 24, 2023 with a livestreamed event on its Facebook page, bringing together prospective participants, colleges, universities, collaborators, and potential producers from the private sector. The semi-finals are set for October where the Top 30 creators and Top 10 Grand Finalists will be celebrated. In November, the grand finals will conclude the competition with Grand Finalists receiving cash prizes, substantial promotions, intellectual property registration, and potential production or commercialization opportunities.
Aligned with the Philippine Creative Industries Development Act (RA 11904), the DTI is dedicated to supporting creative industries. The Young Creatives Challenge is one of several government initiatives in this regard. To learn more, follow the competition on its social media channels and website (www.youngcreativeschallenge.com).
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GMA Public Affairs Collaborates With YouTube Philippines To Find The "Philippines' Number One"
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Following the success of "Pinoy Christmas In Our Hearts" last year, GMA Public Affairs and YouTube Philippines collaborate anew to bring the special online series “Philippines’ Number 1" which features the country’s “best” as creatively explored by celebrity content creators and set to be exclusively available on the GMA Public Affairs YouTube channel. Indeed, the Philippines is a haven of superlatives and number 1s. It is home to the most perfect cone-shaped volcano, the tallest bamboo statue, and the longest underground river, among others. But where exactly can we find the best of the best in the Philippines?
Palawan Island is indisputably one of the most stunning tourist destinations not only in the Philippines but in the world. Rufa Mae Quinto, a renowned actress and comedian, sets foot in the municipality of El Nido. During her visit, Rufa Mae stumbles upon a “secret place” that locals claim is one of the places where you can experience the ultimate island vacation. Intrigued by this information, Rufa Mae confidently applies as a receptionist to uncover the secrets of this exclusive destination. The adventure continues as “Philippines’ Number 1” visits Tuguegarao City in Cagayan Province to experience their most celebrated food festival — the Pancit Batil Patung Festival. Celebrity chef JR Royol traverses the streets of Tuguegarao to find the oldest pancit batil patung recipe in town. He even tries the traditional way of cooking noodles called kinabayu. Chef JR also joins the Batil Patung Eating Contest wherein he needs to finish a huge bowl of batil patung in just three minutes. Meanwhile, famous vlogger Agassi Ching boldly takes on the Ultimate Pancit Batil Patung Mukbang Challenge and indulges in the delicious local cuisine.
Filipinos have yet to identify a national dish, but it will probably be Adobo if there’s a frontrunner dish. For the locals of Silay City in Negros Occidental, almost everything can be Adobo — chicken, pork, shellfish, vegetables, rabbit, duck, etc. They even hold a festival wherein different versions of Pinoy Adobo are served. Famous chef vloggers RV Manabat and Abi Marquez go to Silay City for a one-on-one adobo cooking showdown. But to spice up things, Chef RV and Abi are not given any ingredients. The two chefs need to harvest their ingredients. What will be the taste of the “adobo of their labor"?
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ONE eSports Announces Ticket Sales For MPL Invitational 2023
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ONE eSports, a leading global esports media platform, recently announced the launch of ticket sales for the highly anticipated ONE eSports Mobile Legends Bang Bang (MLBB) Professional League (MPL) Invitational (MPLI) 2023 which will take place in Jakarta, Indonesia on November 15-19, 2023. On November 15 and 16, the Group Stage will see 16 invited teams from eight countries compete for their spots in the Playoffs. Fans can watch all the Group Stage action unfold online across ONE eSports and MOONTON Games’ streaming channels. The advancing teams will converge at the GBK Basketball Hall in Jakarta for the Playoffs and Grand Final from November 17 to 19 where they will battle it out in front of a live audience for a piece of the US$100,000 prize pool.
Tickets to the Playoffs and Grand Final are available in two phases on KiosTix, the Early Bird phase which runs until October 15, 2023 and the Standard phase which is slated from October 16 to November 19, 2023. Fans who purchase tickets during the Early Bird phase will enjoy a 20% discount. Three ticket options are available – Mythic, Legend, and Epic – on a first-come, first-served basis. All ticket options offer free seating in designated areas. Tickets in the Mythic category entitle fans to a 3-day pass to attend the Playoffs and Grand Final, along with an array of exclusive perks and merchandise including on-stage photo opportunities at select times, a limited-edition MPLI T-shirt, an MPLI tote bag, and an MPLI cap.
Tickets in the Legend and Epic categories entitle fans to single-day attendance. Fans who opt for tickets in the Legend category will enjoy prime seating at the Festival Area, which offers a closer view of the main stage. More details on ticket categories and prices as follows:
| Ticket Category | Early Bird Price (IDR) | Standard Price (IDR) |
| Mythic: 3-Day Pass | 320,000 | 400,000 |
| Legend: Daily Pass – Playoffs Day 1 | 56,000 | 70,000 |
| Legend: Daily Pass – Playoffs Day 2 | 56,000 | 70,000 |
| Legend: Daily Pass – Grand Final Day 3 | 56,000 | 70,000 |
| Epic: Daily Pass – Playoffs Day 1 | 40,000 | 50,000 |
| Epic: Daily Pass – Playoffs Day 2 | 40,000 | 50,000 |
| Epic: Daily Pass – Grand Final Day 3 | 40,000 | 50,000 |
To purchase tickets to the Playoffs and Grand Final of ONE eSports MPLI 2023, visit https://kiostix.com/e/one-esports-mpl-invitational--mpli--2023. For more information and updates on ONE Esports MPLI 2023, visit https://www.oneesports.gg/mpli-2023/.
