Fortinet Annual Report Finds Increasing Linkage Between Cybersecurity Breaches and Skills Shortage
Ninety-four percent of organizations in the Philippines experienced a breach in the last year that they can partially attribute to a lack of cyber skills and 77% attribute increased cyber risks to the skills gap Taguig City, Philippines, August 14, 2024 John Maddison, Chief Marketing Officer at Fortinet “As the skills shortage persists, this leading […]
Othmann: 30 Years of Trust and Reliability in the Piping Industry
In 1994, with nothing more than a modest rented office in Quezon City and a small but determined team of five, Othmann Inc. set out on a mission to transform the Philippine pipingindustry. Fast forward to today, Othmann stands tall with over 100 passionate employees, a remarkable portfolio of 50,000 successful projects, and a reputation […]
CBS prepares for Brigada Eskwela 2024 and revives Financial Wellness Roadshow for Teachers.
CBS revives Financial Wellness Roadshow for Teachers CBS China Bank Savings, the second largest thrift bank in the Philippines, is reviving its Financial Wellness Roadshow for Teachers with a Mindanao run and an expected 500 participants. The last time CBS sponsored free Financial Wellness Seminars for Teachers was in 2019, when a total of 21 sessions were held nationwide, including stops in the National Capital Region, Baguio, Cebu, Iloilo, Davao, and General Santos. Led by CBS China Bank Savings Automatic Payroll Deduction Lending Group Head and First Vice President II Niel Jumawan, the 2024 edition of the Financial Wellness Roadshow will focus on refreshing teachers’ knowledge about debt […]
SaferKidsPH advocates for strengthened systematic efforts to end online sexual abuse and exploitation of children
MANILA, 4 MAY 2024 — The SaferKidsPH consortium said today it stands ready to seize the momentum and boost joint efforts in the Philippines to end online sexual abuse and exploitation of children, including the production of child sexual abuse and exploitation materials. This statement comes after President Marcos Jr. vehemently condemned recently in the […]
Zero Lease Push: Globe works with developers, seeks inclusion of connectivity infra at planning stage
Globe is intensifying efforts to work with property owners and developers to eliminate lease fees for in-building telecom solutions and include connectivity infrastructure in the planning stage. The move seeks to lessen operating costs for telcos, foster a more competitive market, and enhance internet accessibility for the public. Michelle Ora, Globe Vice President and Head […]
Schneider Electric Foundation turns 25 and launches the ‘25 Years Young’ campaign in the Philippines
Manila, Philippines – To mark the 25th anniversary of its foundation, Schneider Electric, the leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, is launching a global campaign in celebration of both this key milestone and the next generation of young leaders committed to building a fairer, low-carbon society. ‘25 Years Young’: A Celebration […]
1 in 4 children globally live in severe child food poverty due to inequity, conflict, and climate crises – UNICEF
Children experiencing this level of food poverty are up to 50 percent more likely to suffer from life-threatening malnutrition, a new analysis finds. MANILA/NEW YORK, 6 June 2024 – Around 181 million children worldwide under 5 years of age – or 1 in 4 – are experiencing severe child food poverty, making them up to […]
Holcim, haulers celebrate 22 million kilometers of safe driving on Road Safety Month
Leading building solutions provider Holcim Philippines celebrated with partners their continued success in delivering products safely, as the company and its haulers recorded driving 22 million kilometers without incident since 2017. Holcim Philippines held its first-ever Drive Success Conference on May 22 at its Norzagaray, Bulacan Plant to honor its 10 best-performing transporters and drivers […]
Holcim increases LGU waste management partners in Mindanao
Leading building solutions provider Holcim Philippines continues to grow its positive impact on Mindanao with the expansion of its partnerships that support community zero waste goals and provide additional income to local farmers. Holcim Philippines sealed its latest partnership on June 11 through waste management unit Geocycle and the local government of Carmen, Davao del […]
GCash shares best practices vs online exploitation at international workshop
The Philippines is one of the most vulnerable countries in ASEAN due to its ease of access to technology and well-established financial transaction facilities, according to a research by the United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund (UNICEF). This was revealed during the recent Advanced Investigation Workshop 2024, which was organized by the International Justice Mission […]