On The Radar: Xsolla Partners With Games For Change To Empower Next-Generation Game Developers To Drive Social Change

ON THE RADAR | May 26, 2024

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Xsolla, a global video game commerce company, is honored to announce its participation in the upcoming 2024 Games For Change Festival, the annual must-attend event for anyone interested in the power of games and immersive media to foster social impact. This Games For Change collaboration highlights Xsolla’s commitment to fostering innovation and education within the gaming community. This year's Festival theme, "The 2030 Marker: A Catalyst for Global Change", emphasizes gaming's transformative power in addressing global sustainability goals. Xsolla is set to play a significant role at the event, showcasing its pioneering educational programs, such as the recent opening of the Xsolla Curine Academy in Kuala Lumpur, the unveiling of the Xsolla Online Academy, and the future vision of Xsolla Global Academies around the world, which are designed to accelerate learning and development in game creation.

Xsolla's Chief Marketing and Growth Officer Berkley Egenes will speak about these impactful initiatives to provide equal access to the gaming industry at the Festival. Berkley stated, "At Xsolla, we are committed to driving innovation and supporting the next generation of game developers. Our programs, like the Xsolla Online Academy and the Xsolla Global Academy, are designed to empower participants with the necessary tools and knowledge to thrive in the dynamic gaming industry - now and into the future." Xsolla will present the gaming industry's Most Innovative Award at the Games for Change Awards Ceremony, celebrating exceptional creativity and advancement in game development. This award is part of Xsolla's ongoing effort to support and promote excellence in the gaming sector.

Games For Change President Susanna Pollack commented on the partnership, stating, "We are delighted to collaborate with Xsolla for the 2024 Games for Change Festival. Their commitment to education and innovation in the gaming industry perfectly aligns with our goals. Together, we aim to demonstrate how games can be a powerful force for social and environmental good." The two-day Festival will take place on June 27-28, 2024 at The New School/Parson's School of Design in New York City, U.S.A., bringing together global voices to ignite community engagement and drive social change through games and immersive technologies. For more information on Xsolla’s involvement in the Games for Change Festival and details on how to participate in or attend the event, please visit https://festival.gamesforchange.org/.

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Exclusive Php500 Lazada Vouchers Await Globe GFiber Signups

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Globe Telecom’s GFiber Prepaid has entered into an exciting partnership with Lazada, the leading online shopping platform in the Philippines, to bring more value to Filipino families availing of affordable and fast unlimited prepaid internet at home. For a limited time only, customers from all over the Philippines in serviceable areas who successfully sign up for and install the GFiber Prepaid service through the Lazada app will receive an exclusive Php500 Lazada voucher. Through this promo offer, Filipino families will get the reliable connection they need for online and live selling on platforms such as Lazada while also rewarding themselves with online shopping.

GFiber Prepaid offers reliable unlimited internet with no monthly bills. For just Php33 per day for 30 days, users can enjoy up to 50 Mbps of reloadable unlimited internet. This service is designed for convenience and cost-effectiveness, making it an ideal choice for those seeking reliable connectivity without lock-up and monthly billing. “I am delighted to announce our expansion into Lazada. Through our partnership as aligned brands, we offer affordable and value-for-money services that empower Filipinos’ digital lifestyle at home. We aim to empower more Filipino families by providing them with the tools and opportunities to thrive in the digital age and enhance their shopping experience,” said Globe Vice President and Head of Brand Management for Broadband Business Abigail Cardino.

To take advantage of this limited-time offer, customers simply need to add GFiber Prepaid to their cart on the Official Lazada Globe Store and complete the checkout process. After checkout, customers must go to gfiberprepaid.globe.com.ph and input the referral code during the payment process. Customers will be installed in as fast as 24 hours. Upon completion of installation, customers will receive their exclusive Php500 Lazada voucher, allowing them to shop for their favorite items on Lazada while enjoying the benefits of Globe GFiber Prepaid’s fast and reliable UNLI internet. GFiber Prepaid, launched in 2023, aims to provide UNLI fiber-strong connectivity to more Filipinos at affordable prices without a lock-in period. This is in line with Globe At Home’s push for digital inclusion while it champions sustainable fiber connectivity.

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Top AI Camera Phone HONOR Magic6 Pro Now Available Nationwide With FREE HONOR Watch GS3

Gracing the opening of HONOR Philippines' newest Experience Store at SM City San Lazaro: (L-R) HONOR Philippines PR Manager Pao Oga, HONOR Philippines Retails Sales Director Tom Yuan, Bluelite Purchasing Manager Hyacinth Simbulan, Bluelite Operations Manager Joseph Chua, HONOR PH Brand Marketing Manager Joepy Libo-on, Bluelite Retail Sales Manager Arvee Setubal, SM City San Lazaro Assistant Mall Manager Darcy Royo (Image Source: Manila Standard/HONOR Philippines)

Leading smart devices provider in the Philippines, HONOR, continues to expand all over the country as it opens its latest HONOR Experience Store in SM City San Lazaro. It marked also the First Day of Sale of the impressive HONOR Magic6 Pro, dubbed as the Top AI Camera Phone available in the market, currently priced at Php59,999. “This incredible Magic AI camera phone to date immensely made waves in the market and now that it’s officially available here in the Philippines, we’re also excited to have a double celebration as unveil our newest experience store in SM City San Lazaro,” said HONOR Philippines Vice President Stephen Cheng.

The HONOR Magic6 Pro is available with FREE HONOR Watch GS3 worth Php11,999 when purchased in physical stores from now until May 31, 2024. The store was officially opened through a ribbon-cutting ceremony executed by Bluelite Operations Manager Joseph Chua, Bluelite Purchasing Manager Hyacinth Simbulan, SM San Lazaro Assistant Mall Manager Darcy Royo, HONOR PH Brand Marketing Manager Joepy Libo-on, HONOR PH Retails Sales Director Tom Yuan, and HONOR PH PR Manager Pao Oga. To extend the fun and excitement, consumers participated during the Guess the Phone Challenge as they familiarize themselves with various HONOR smartphones and identify their lucky pick on the spot.

The HONOR Magic6 Pro is known for its impressive camera with 180MP resolution, Second-generation Silicon-carbon Battery with 5600mAh battery capacity, Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor, Magic Ring, Magic Portal, HONOR NanoCrystal Shield, and IP68 Dust and Water Resistance Certification. Available in Epi Green and Black, HONOR Magic6 Pro can be purchased through selected HONOR Experience Stores and via Shopee, Lazada, and TikTok Shop. For more affordable offers, the HONOR Magic6 Pro is also available at Home Credit for as low as Php1,719/month with FREE Harman Kardon Luna and HONOR Earbuds X3 worth Php11,699. Take advantage of the offer at https://bit.ly/HONORPH_HomeCredit.

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AirAsia Philippines Sees Strong H2 2024 With More Filipinos Willing To Spend On Travel

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AirAsia Philippines is looking forward to a stronger beginning for the second half of 2024 until the end of the year as more Filipinos are willing to spend for their trips. A recent study by travel platform Klook revealed that more than 70% of Filipinos are willing to spend more on airline tickets, accommodations and activities this year. While domestic travel remains a popular quick getaway, 76% of Filipinos said they are ready for international travel this year. The World’s Best Low-Cost Airline and Klook have recently partnered for the promotion of popular tourist attractions in Japan.

AirAsia Philippines’ Q2 load factor meanwhile showed that 78.9% or over 1 million Filipino travelers have already booked their flights for immediate travel until June 2024 to international destinations such as Taipei, Bangkok, Narita, Osaka, and Incheon. AirAsia Philippines' Head of Communications and Public Affairs and First Officer Steve Dailisan shares, “AirAsia Philippines’ commitment to provide the best affordable travel deals which gives seamless access not only to Philippine destinations, but also to 10 ASEAN countries and 130 destinations across the region and beyond, and our high regards for safety and service excellence has always been the blueprint to boost travel excitement. We remain flexible in responding to changing market trends by innovating and providing them with the best deals that fit their travel needs." With a running load factor of over 80% as of May 13, 2024, AirAsia is confident that its Q2 figures will surpass its Q1 load factor of 92% especially with more Filipinos booking their last minute summer trips. AirAsia’s monthly promos and sales are also seen as huge contributors to the guests’ decision making especially for travel purchases.

AirAsia Philippines is also increasing to daily its flight frequency from the Cebu hub to Boracay and Davao. Other flights to Bacolod, Bohol, Boracay, Cebu, Davao, Iloilo, Kalibo, Puerto Princesa, and Tacloban continue to fly out of Manila via NAIA Terminal 2 with frequencies from 3 to 9 times daily. International flights to Bangkok, Hong Kong, Kuala Lumpur, Kota Kinabalu, Osaka, Seoul, Taipei, Kaohsiung, Narita, and Macau, meanwhile, continue to depart 3 to 14 times weekly via NAIA Terminal 3.

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Embrace Motherhood And Win V30 Pro In vivo's Modern Mom Competition

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In celebration of motherhood, global smartphone brand vivo is giving modern moms a chance to share their stories of empowerment and win the V30 Pro, co-engineered with ZEISS. Gone are the days when becoming a mother meant sacrificing passions and ambitions. With vivo’s Modern Mom campaign, it celebrates the modern-day mom – the epitome of strength, style, and resilience. The #vivoModernMom competition invites mothers from all walks of life to showcase their journey through captivating photos and inspiring stories. The initiative recognizes the invaluable contributions of mothers to society and their unwavering dedication to their families. Anne Curtis, vivo’s ambassador, is an example of a modern mom who’s acing her career game even after embracing motherhood.

Starting last May 21, 2024 and running until June 21, 2024, the competition unfolds in three themes, each focusing on different aspects of modern motherhood. Weekly winners will be announced on vivo Philippines' official Facebook, Instagram, and X (formerly Twitter) accounts, leading up to the grand announcement of vivo Ultimate Modern Mom on June 21, 2024. Participating moms should do the following:

1. Capture a photo with your vivo phone featuring the vivo watermark.
2. Grab your mini-me and take a shot.
3. Share the photo on Instagram, Facebook, and X.
4. In the caption, answer the weekly questions such as “What kind of mommy are you?”
5. Mention @vivo_Philippines and include the hashtag #vivoModernMom.

The most captivating photo will receive exciting prizes, including the vivo V30 Pro. Join vivo in celebrating the essence of modern motherhood with #vivoModernMom competition. Show the world that being a mom is not a limitation but an opportunity to thrive, inspire, and make a difference. Embrace your journey, share your story, and let your unique light shine brightly with vivo.

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Ben&Ben Leads Heartwarming Video Campaign For Robinsons Malls Featuring Hit Song "Araw-Araw"

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Ben&Ben, in partnership with Robinsons Malls, has launched a video campaign to mark the grand opening of Liwanag House, the newest concept store. Set to the uplifting tune of Ben&Ben’s hit song “Araw-Araw", the video which can be viewed on Robinsons Malls' official Facebook page follows the award-winning band members as they explore the various corners of the mall while experiencing love, joy, and happiness every day within the familiar comforts of #OurFavoritePlace. From indulging in delicious meals to hitting the shops for retail therapy, the campaign highlights the diverse offerings that make Robinsons Malls the perfect place to create memorable everyday moments.

Robinsons Galleria is currently the homebase of Liwanag House where the nine-piece act plans to hold special activities and personalized experiences for their fanbase as well as provide special launches for exclusive releases and limited-edition merch. Ben&Ben also wants Liwanag House to be a place for community-driven gatherings where everyone feels heard, valued, and welcomed. Ben&Ben recently serenaded the music fans with a jam-packed concert at the atrium of Robinsons Galleria last May 18, 2024. The band performed some of their most notable chart-topping smashes, including the now-viral “Sa Susunod Na Habang Buhay” and their new single “COMETS" which was dropped a few days ago on all digital music platforms.

Fans were also offered a chance to meet the band up close and personal during the Grand Opening of Liwanag House which can be found at Level 4 of Robinsons Galleria's ADB Wing and eventually have scored exclusive merch and took selfies with the band’s memorabilia. As an added treat, participants were also able get a glimpse of the award-winning group doing rehearsals and get a chance to see Ben&Ben manning the store right prior to the concert. Other than the Liwanag House, Robinsons Galleria offers an exciting selection of first-in-the-metro dining concepts like the newly opened Don Don Tei, Fat Daddy, and Palgakdo; unique finds at Flying Tiger; and other hang-out activities to enjoy the perfect weekend at the mall. Robinsons Galleria is also home to family-friendly, amusement park centers like PlayLab, Winter Magic and Timezone.

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