DMAP calls for ethical data and AI practices at DigiCon 2025
The Digital Marketing Association of the Philippines (DMAP) underscored the importance of responsible and ethical personalization in the digital marketing industry during the tenth Digital Congress (DigiCon) 2025, held on Oct. 16-17 at the Marriott Grand Ballroom in Pasay City. With
SEC eyes higher threshold for audited financial reports to ease MSME burden
PHILIPPINE INFORMATION AGENCYTHE Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) wants to raise the asset or liability threshold for companies required to submit audited financial statements to reduce compliance costs for micro, small and medium enterprises (MSME). In a policy paper submitted to
For Anchor Land’s Elizabeth Ventura, holistic living redefines luxury residences
Anchor Land Property Copeton BaysuitesThe next generation of real estate is starting to be defined by the idea of a residential community that engenders a holistic, sustainable lifestyle. This can be seen in wellness-oriented spaces, flexible living terms, as well
Treasury bills, bonds may fetch mixed rates as Fed view shifts
TREASURY.GOV.PHRATES of the Treasury bills (T-bills) and Treasury bonds (T-bonds) to be offered this week could end mixed following hawkish signals from the US Federal Reserve. The Bureau of the Treasury (BTr) will auction off P22 billion in T-bills on Monday,
Celebrating a bag
1 of 3WITH Singaporean brand Beyond The Vines’ celebration of their 10th year, they’re leaning into one of their hero products: the Dumpling Bag. For their 10th anniversary, the brand is releasing a limited edition of the Dumpling Bag, with a
Meralco sees flat energy sales this year, eyes 2026 recovery
MERALCO.COM.PHMANILA ELECTRIC CO. (Meralco) expects flat energy sales this year as milder weather curbs demand, but anticipates a rebound in 2026 on the back of aggressive energization and normalizing temperatures. Meralco Senior Vice-President and Chief Revenue Officer Ferdinand O. Geluz told
EastWest Bank expects 10-15% loan growth
PHILSTAR FILE PHOTOEAST WEST Banking Corp. (EastWest Bank) expects its loan portfolio to grow between 10% and 15% this year, backed by the strength of its consumer business and despite weakening business sentiment amid domestic corruption concerns. “A good performing bank
Thoughtful gift-giving: How to avoid wasteful generosity
STOCK PHOTO | Image by Jcomp from FreepikBy Leo Jaymar Uy WE’VE BEEN giving gifts for as long as we can remember. Beyond a simple gesture, it’s how we say thanks, celebrate milestones, or sometimes, win someone over. In the case of
Style (11/03/25)
1 of 3Montblanc releases new Meisterstücks SUNSET is captured in two new iterations of Montblanc’s Meisterstück: the Meisterstück Golden Hour Solitaire and the Meisterstück Burgundy Red collection, both bringing to life the hues of the setting sun. The metal cap and
Filipino students showcase tech-driven business solutions at 51st Philippine Business Conference and Expo
The Byte Forward Hackathon 2025 concluded with a showcase of innovation and collaboration as young Filipino students competed in the Grand Finals held during the 51st Philippine Business Conference and Expo (PBC&E) at the SMX Convention Center. Organized by Converge ICT