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13 May 2025

Newsletter: Globe empowers next generation of leaders, creators, and changemakers

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Globe is taking real steps to support Filipino students through initiatives that spark passions, strengthen leadership skills, and prepare young people for a world that’s changing faster than ever.

12 May 2025

Newsletter: Paolo Sandejas reimagines “Roses” with Clara Benin in dreamy, folk-pop collab

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Filipino singer-songwriter Paolo Sandejas has tapped indie-folk favorite Clara Benin for the new version of “Roses,” a standout track from his recently released debut album, the world is so small. 
The easygoing collaboration was first teased through a joint Instagram reel, followed by the reveal of single’s cover art that featured both artists in a reflective moment, listening to a vinyl in front of a thoughtfully decorated wall.

Newsletter: GCash highlights AI-powered innovations for the underserved communities at UK-Southeast Asia Tech Week

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(L-R) British Embassy Bangkok digital and head of investment first secretary Zak Lawton, TPP research and analytics director Chris Bates, IT & Business Process Association of the Philippines president and CEO Jack Madrid, BCG managing director and partner Julian Cua, Arup director Sankar Villupurum and GCash chief data officer Sara Venturina

Innovations powered by artificial intelligence (AI) can help bridge financial gaps, democratize access to services, and create opportunities for underserved communities. This was the key message highlighted by GCash, the Philippines' foremost finance app and largest cashless ecosystem, during the UK-Southeast Asia Tech Week, a two-day summit recently organized by the British Embassy in Manila.

11 May 2025

Newsletter: Wonder Collab Studios Celebrates 8th Anniversary

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Wonder Collab Studios, a full-service audio and music production house, marked its 8th anniversary on March 28, 2025, with an intimate celebration of creativity, collaboration, and innovation.

Newsletter: INCUBUS reveal new album title ahead of huge sold out London show at The O2

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Above: Incubus lead singer Brandon Boyd performing at The O2, London | Photo credit: Devin Groody

US rock icons Incubus last month teased that their ninth studio album - and first since 2017's '8' - is complete and ready to go.

10 May 2025

Newsletter: Tenable Appoints Eric Doerr as Chief Product Officer

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Tenable, the exposure management company, today announced the appointment of Eric Doerr as Chief Product Officer (CPO). Doerr brings nearly three decades of experience building and scaling security products at some of the world’s most respected technology companies, including Microsoft and, most recently, Google Cloud.

Newsletter: On World Password Day Kaspersky warns against AI password generation

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How many passwords do you have? It could be more than you think. Most online services and apps require the user to create a password. Chances are many of those passwords are not being used daily and due to this overabundance, there’s a high probability that many of the passwords are being reused.

09 May 2025

Newsletter: At Expo 2025, Glico Highlights Innovation Through "Cellular-Care" Research and "Rice Soft Candy"

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Ezaki Glico Co., Ltd. is a Silver Partner of the Expo’s Signature Pavilion “EARTH MART” and a Premium Partner of the “Osaka Healthcare Pavilion” at Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai. As part of its participation in both pavilions, Glico held a press briefing on April 30 to share two key announcements: a newly obtained patent related to its “Cellular-care” research, and the development of “Rice soft candy” for the Expo 2025. At the “Osaka Healthcare Pavilion”, Glico is presenting an exhibition focused on “Cellular-care”. The company has been accelerating research on aging prevention and has announced that it has obtained a patent for demonstrating the senescent cell–removing effect of Persian silk tree. In addition to the details of the research that led to the patent, the briefing also covered the story behind “Rice soft candy”, which is being distributed exclusively at the Signature Pavilion “EARTH MART”. This newsletter provides a summary of the press releases announced.

Newsletter: GLOBAL STAR TOM ODELL UNVEILS NEW TRACK “DON’T LET ME GO” + NEW VIDEO

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Global star and award-winning singer-songwriter Tom Odell unveils a first taste of new music with “Don’t Let Me Go”—listen HERE. The track premieres alongside a music video—watch HERE.
The song channels the despair, frustration and helplessness felt in an emotionally challenging relationship. Odell states, “the sense, almost every week, that the world is ending in some capacity—which it is, for some people.”

Newsletter: A Decade of Magic: Globe rewards fans with ultimate Star Wars Celebration

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Globe1: Student winners and Globe Multi-Product Owner (customers with both Globe Mobile and Globe At Home accounts) winners enjoying the Star Wars Celebration in Japan as part of Globe’s 10-year collaboration with Disney.

Over the past decade, Globe and Disney have shared a commitment to bringing world-class entertainment to audiences all over the Philippines. Since 2015, Globe has brought Disney stories right to the heart of Filipino audiences both in their own living rooms and also while they’re on-the-go.

08 May 2025

Newsletter: 13-year-old Swimmer with Autism Dives into Global Stage, Qualifies for Oceanman Dubai

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13-year-old Palmer Taliño Taray, a teenager from Davao City diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), qualified for the prestigious open water swimming competition in Dubai after triumphantly finishing the first ever Oceanman Philippines held in Siargao on 5 April 2025.

Newsletter: Cyber Immunity recognized by 71% of experts in APAC as a promising strategy against cybercriminals

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At GITEX Asia 2025, Kaspersky has revealed findings from its latest research, stating that 71% of cybersecurity professionals from Asia Pacific (APAC) regard Cyber Immunity as an effective strategy for minimizing the capabilities of cybercriminals to penetrate networks and compromise systems. These insights indicate a growing demand for developing secure by design systems instead of relying solely on additional cybersecurity solutions.

07 May 2025

Newsletter: 555 Sardines Celebrate Filipino Culinary Creativity Through the Foodie Awards

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The first-ever 555 Sardines Foodie Awards just concluded, celebrating the creativity and passion of food enthusiasts through an online content creation competition.

Newsletter: JESSIE J SET TO RETURN WITH NEW MUSIC INCLUDING ‘NO SECRETS’ & ‘LIVING MY BEST LIFE’

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Photo credit - Ashley Osborn


BRIT award-winning, multi-platinum selling artist Jessie J makes her highly anticipated return with ‘No Secrets’, her first release in four years. This will be followed by her first single ‘Living My Best Life’, produced by Ryan Tedder, out May 16th via Darco Artist Partnerships (D.A.P).

Newsletter: Rising Girl Group A2O MAY Makes a Power Move with New Single, “BOSS”

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Breakout girl group, A2O MAY, has made history as the first Chinese idol girl group to chart in the U.S. Top 40 Radio with their debut single, “Under My Skin”. The record marks a groundbreaking milestone for the group and for Chinese representation in global pop, signaling a powerful shift in the international music landscape. Now, with this new momentum, the group is ready to level up with the release of their bold new single, “BOSS”, that promises to amplify their fearless energy and global appeal.