Pilipinas Shell Petroleum Corp.’s flagship program for tech startups and community enterprises is once again opening its doors for emerging businesses looking for mentorship and funding opportunities this year. Announced on Pilipinas Shell’s Facebook page and official website, Shell LiveWIRE is calling for tech startups and community enterprises falling under […]
Striving for a resilient and equitable healthcare system
Photo from FREEPIK One of the biggest outcomes that came as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic is the revelation of the fragility and inequity prevalent in healthcare systems around the world. Health equity is only achieved when everyone has a fair and just opportunity to attain their highest level […]
The development of digitized care in the Philippine context
Photo from dreamstime Among other industries severely affected by the global health crisis, the Philippine healthcare sector had to adjust to continue its services in order to reduce the transmission of the coronavirus. It became more challenging to accommodate patients with COVID-19 and those who do not yet are carrying […]
Easy Franchise launches incubation program in search for ‘next big Filipino franchise’
Easy Franchise, the Philippines’ go-to platform for all things franchising, is thrilled to announce the official launch of its Franchise Incubation Program this coming July. First of its kind here in the Philippines, the Franchise Incubation Program will be launched to help starting business owners expand and become the next […]
DoST-TAPI’s technopreneurship program helps develop agri-oriented application system
Photo from the Department Of Science and Technology-Technology Application & Promotion Institute According to data from the World Bank, 42.5% of the country’s land area as of 2020 is made up of agricultural land. Yet, despite the abundance of opportunities to maximize the country’s potential as an agri-superpower, a crisis […]
Filipino consumers prioritize food, hygiene products on petsa de peligro — Packworks study
Ordinary Filipinos prioritize personal hygiene and food in their market basket in times of impending shortage of resources or “petsa de peligro,” as well as during payday, latest data from a sari-sari store-oriented startup company and a socio-cultural research firm confirmed. Findings from startup Packworks and research firm Fourth Wall, […]
How To Get The Best Remortgage Deals?
<?xml encoding=”utf-8″ ??> Picture this: you are a homeowner, and you’re living in a beautiful house that you love, but there’s a catch. You are currently paying off a mortgage on that house, meaning your monthly mortgage payments consume a chunk of your income. However, what if we told you […]
Will Businesses See More Pest Problems As The UK Heats Up?
<?xml encoding=”utf-8″ ??> Anyone who has taken a holiday in an exotic or tropical climate will have noticed that there are often more insects and pests about. Many pests perform well in warm and humid environments. Traditionally, this has meant the UK had fewer concerns with some pests than other […]
BSP to hold key rate at 6.25% — poll
The Philippine central bank is seen to pause its tightening cycle amid slowing inflation. — PHILIPPINE STAR/MICHAEL VARCAS By Keisha B. Ta-asan, Reporter THE BANGKO SENTRAL ng Pilipinas (BSP) is widely expected to maintain the key benchmark interest rate at 6.25% on Thursday, amid easing inflation and slowing economic growth. […]
PHL eyes $2-B retail dollar bond offer in Q3
United States one-dollar bills are seen in this Nov. 14, 2014 file photo — REUTERS By Luisa Maria Jacinta C. Jocson, Reporter THE PHILIPPINE government may launch a retail dollar bond offering in the third quarter of 2023, National Treasurer Rosalia V. de Leon said. At a briefing on Friday, […]