Author: Team Orange

More ways to pay, wherever you are. That’s what Skyro, an SEC-registered fintech company in the Philippines, brings through its partnership with ECPay, a leading provider of electronic payment and collection services in the country. Through this partnership, Skyro makes loan payments easier and more accessible for Filipinos. Customers can now pay back their Skyro loans using just their mobile number through ECPay’s nationwide network of 462,000+ over-the-counter locations, 90+ digital payment touchpoints, and 16,000+ kiosk locations. This brings payment options closer to where Filipinos live and work. The partnership was formalized through a memorandum of agreement (MOA) signing led…

Running an online shop can feel like juggling a hundred tasks at once, especially for small teams. For New Earth, a sustainability-focused brand known for its eco-friendly washable paper bags, every day brings a stream of customer messages, order updates, and operational responsibilities. With a team of just six people, staying responsive to buyers while keeping orders on track was a constant challenge. “We take turns answering customer inquiries,” said Valerie Pineda, founder of New Earth. “Whenever our admin assistant is busy and cannot reply, I step in and help respond to customers.”

ABS-CBN Foundation and Pickleball Hub successfully mounted the Perfect Match Pickleball Tournament, bringing together sport, community, and purpose in a one-day fundraising event. Held on April 12, 2026, from 9 AM to 9 PM, the tournament gathered around 100 players who competed in an exciting lineup of doubles matches. The event featured three divisions; The Masters, The Prime, and The Next Gen, catering to different age groups and skill levels. A highlight of the day was the Kapamilya Celebrity Exhibition, exclusive to Kapamilya artists and sponsors.

For many Filipinos, retirement still feels like a distant idea tied to a modest savings account and the hope of finally slowing down. But new findings from InLife, the country’s first and largest Filipino life insurer, suggest that preparing for life after work is far more layered and uncertain than most people imagine. InLife recently introduced its InLife Retirement Index, a more holistic way of measuring how ready Filipinos are for their later years. The result was a sobering 47 out of 100, revealing that retirement readiness is not just about putting money away, but about building a life that…

Jollibee Philippines is stepping up its sustainability efforts by embedding energy- and water-efficient technologies across its store network, highlighted by a milestone in Enrile, Tuguegarao City. Here, Jollibee opened the country’s first quick service restaurant to earn Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) O+M certification from the U.S. Green Building Council, a globally recognized standard for environmentally responsible buildings. LEED O+M, which stands for Operations and Maintenance, evaluates how existing buildings are run on a day-to-day basis, covering energy and water efficiency, waste management, and indoor environmental quality. This means the recognition goes beyond design, highlighting how the restaurant consistently…

When we speak of modern-day heroes, what often comes to mind are the OFWs and medical frontliners. However, ordinary Filipinos who demonstrate resilience in the face of life’s challenges can also be considered heroes. Among them are our kasambahays. More than helpers, they are pillars of strength. They “hold the fort” so we can pursue our own goals, and they dedicate their time, effort, and heart to families while being away from their own. As idols in real life who offer unwavering service and sacrifice, they also rightfully deserve to be recognized. Aptly timed near the celebration of Araw ng…

The EPCALM Adult Leukemia Foundation of the Philippines is proud to announce its premier fundraising event of the year, “The Hope Gala 2026.” This exclusive dinner concert will be held on May 17, 2026, at 6:00 PM at Solaire Resort North. The evening promises a spectacular fusion of fine dining and world-class entertainment, featuring a lineup of some of the biggest names in the Philippine music and media industry. The event will be hosted by the “King of Talk,” Boy Abunda, and will headline the renowned Concert King, Martin Nievera. Adding to the prestige of the evening, “The Hope Gala…

At its annual flagship showcase, Infinix today unveiled the NOTE 60 Series, with the NOTE 60 Pro at the center, demonstrating a new chapter in delivering premium technology experiences to global users. Infinix also recently introduced its first global brand ambassador, YUNA from world-renowned K-pop group ITZY, whose dynamic and creative energy complements the NOTE 60 Series’ branding. Advancing design and performance within its class, the NOTE 60 Pro marks a significant milestone as Infinix’s first smartphone built on the Snapdragon® 7s Gen 4 Mobile Platform, delivering exceptional responsiveness and seamless multitasking that befits flagship-level performance. It further elevates everyday…

In a classroom at the Philippine National School for the Blind, the lesson shifted from traditional subjects to something less visible but increasingly urgent: how to stay safe online. For three days in March, PLDT and its wireless unit Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart), working with Adaptive Technology for Rehabilitation, Integration and Empowerment of the Visually Impaired (ATRIEV), held a cyber safety workshop for visually impaired women and girls at the PNSB, as part of the initiatives in celebration of International Women’s Month. The sessions gathered 25 participants — 17 students and 8 teachers — and focused on the kinds of…

TECNO brought major launch-week energy to the Manila leg of Earth Day Run 2026 organized by RUNRIO at the Mall of Asia Concert Grounds, as the CAMON 50 Series took center stage at one of the most high-profile public events of the season, drawing more than 15,000 participants and creating a major moment for the brand in the Philippines. The Manila leg — the largest of the three-city series — marked a powerful convergence of TECNO’s flagship smartphone launch and RUNRIO’s nationwide green movement. As thousands of runners, families, communities, and fitness enthusiasts gathered in Manila, TECNO transformed the event…

TCL Electronics, the Philippines’ #1 Panel TV brand and a global leader in display and cooling technology, officially marks a new milestone with a product line designed to redefine the intersection of work and play. Leveraging its world-class panel expertise, TCL is set to dominate a brand-new space with the official launch of the TCL Monitor held recently at the Circuit Base flagship store in Quezon City. TCL expands its legacy of excellence with its official entry into the Philippine monitor market. From high-stakes professional productivity to deeply immersive cinematic experiences, this launch represents the definitive shift in viewing habits…