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24 May 2025

Newsletter: Filipino singer-songwriter Peej teams up with acclaimed Indian artist Dhruv Visvanath for new single “Pieces”

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Filipino indie-folk sensation Peej and acclaimed Indian singer-songwriter and producer Dhruv Visvanath have come together for the release of their evocative new single, “Pieces”—out globally this past Friday, May 16, 2025. 

Newsletter: Give Mom the Gift of Daily “Me Time” This Mother’s Day with the MyZonic Pro by OGAWA Philippines

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She’s your biggest cheerleader, your fiercest protector, and the heart of your home. This Mother’s Day, why not give her something that says more than just “thank you”? Give her a gift that wraps her in comfort and helps her recharge — every single day.

Newsletter: NANO-MUGEN FES. 2025: BECK and ASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION To Headline Japan’s Iconic Music Festival in Jakarta

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NANO-MUGEN FES. 2025 Illustration by Yusuke Nakamura


The iconic rock festival from Japan is coming to Jakarta for the very first time. NANO-MUGEN FES., set to take place on May 24–25, 2025 at Ecopark Ancol - Jakarta, reveals its second wave of lineup. Known for its unique mix of legendary acts and new voices from Japan’s vibrant rock scene, the festival is set to bring fans from across the region. 

23 May 2025

Newsletter: PhilCVS Revs-Up with Bigger Showcase of Transport Innovation

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PhilCVS 2025 will take place on July 3-5, 2025, at the SMX Convention Center, Pasay City, featuring top exhibitors, a Business Matchmaking Program, and discussions supporting the Transport Modernization Program. The event will also host the Road Transport Summit on July 3, in partnership with key transport agencies and organizations.

Newsletter: Kaspersky reaffirms 100% anti-tampering protection in latest AV-Comparatives test

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Kaspersky Next EDR Foundations – represented by Kaspersky Endpoint Security – once again demonstrated 100% tamper protection in the latest focus penetration test by AV-Comparatives.

Attackers often attempt to disable security tools as an initial step in compromising business infrastructure. This makes tamper protection a key mechanism for preventing further compromise of the system. It safeguards the product from end-user and third-party changes, and protects services, processes, files, registry entries, and more from any unauthorized control attempts – even in the context of a privileged user (high or system integrity level). The Kaspersky solution met the strict certification requirements by successfully preventing all tampering attempts during testing.

Newsletter: GLOBAL SUPERSTAR AVRIL LAVIGNE TEAMS UP WITH SIMPLE PLAN ON ANTHEMIC NEW SONG “YOUNG & DUMB” OUT NOW

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Diamond-certified global superstar Avril Lavigne released a perfectly raucous new song and music video for “Young & Dumb” featuring Simple Plan. Listen to the song and watch the video HERE.

22 May 2025

Newsletter: Beyond the algorithm: Championing responsible AI, empowering women in tech

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GCash AVP of automation center of excellence Michelle Santos highlighted the role of AI in daily workflows


GCash, the Philippines’ leading finance super app, reaffirmed its commitment to AI-driven innovation and inclusivity through GCash AI Week 2025.

Newsletter: ASEAN Sparks Set to Accelerate Clean Energy Innovation Across Southeast Asia

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The ASEAN Centre for Energy (ACE), with funding support from the Government of Japan through the Japan-ASEAN Integrated Fund (JAIF), is set to sail an acceleration programme targeting aspiring startup founders and innovators across Southeast Asia: ASEAN Sparks.

Newsletter: Clockenflap Announces Early Bird Tickets and First Wave of Acts, Including Rich Brian, Jacob Collier, Franz Ferdinand, Yoga Lin, Beth Gibbons and Panther Chan

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Clockenflap, Hong Kong’s biggest international outdoor music and arts festival, today announced the release of Early Bird tickets for this year’s event, as well as the first wave of acts confirmed to take the stage at Central Harbourfront from 5 Friday to 7 Sunday  December, 2025.

21 May 2025

Newsletter: Harnessing the Power of AI for Startups: Insights from Allan Tan

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Alan is a techno-preneur and AI engineer with a proven track record in developing AI-driven solutions. He is the founder and Chief AI Strategist of Predictive Systems, a company committed to ethical and high-performance AI. Allan’s career includes founding Ideyatech, which was later acquired by Monstar Lab, and mentoring startups through Founder Institute Manila. He is also the creator of the Artificially Intelligent YouTube Channel, where he shares insights on AI’s evolving landscape.

Newsletter: Globe GFiber Prepaid load now available at your suking tindahan

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Good news for Filipino households, GFiber Prepaid load is now available at neighborhood sari-sari stores, making high-speed and dependable prepaid fiber internet more accessible than ever to families across the country.

Newsletter: Experience Cool Tech All Summer with the brand new TechLife Pad Plus 12” for only P9,999

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The TechLife Fam is in for Cool Tech All Summer as TechLife unveils its brand new TechLife Pad Plus 12” for just PHP 9,999. This new tech must-have combines effortless entertainment and productivity in one sleek package—perfect for keeping summer days fun, connected, and refreshingly chill. 

20 May 2025

Newsletter: realme Philippines Teases New GT 7 Series with 7000mAh and 120W Combo that Redefines Battery Power

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realme is ready to shake things up again in the tech world with the upcoming release of its newest flagship gaming smartphone, the realme GT 7 Series. Dubbed the “Battery Life Leader,” the realme GT 7 Series features a ground-breaking industry-first 7000mAh and 120W fast-charging, allowing gamers to enjoy more screen time and secure more victories in the battle. 

Newsletter: AECH release hometown-inspired new single "Highlands"

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AECH's new single that stands out as a love letter to their homeland, Antipolo City.

AECH (pronounced “H”), a rising Filipino band mixing country and rock, just dropped a new single called “Highlands.” Released on April 4, in commemoration of its cityhood anniversary, the song is a personal shoutout to their hometown, Antipolo City.

Newsletter: UP Scientists Explore Marine Microbial Genomes from Mabini, Batangas

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By: Eunice Jean C. Patron

Submarine groundwater discharge (SGD) is a process in which groundwater from land seeps into the ocean, transporting freshwater, nutrients, metals, and even pollutants into marine ecosystems. The diverse microbial communities in these SGD sites make them hotspots for biological and chemical activity, playing a crucial role in maintaining ecosystem balance. Studying these microorganisms helps scientists not only understand their impact on marine ecosystems, but also explore their potential applications in medicine and biotechnology.