LG Electronics Invites the World to Experience “Innovation in Tune With You” at IFA 2026

SEOUL, KOREA — LG Electronics (LG) is inviting consumers from around the world to visit its exhibition at IFA 2026 in Berlin, Germany, from September 4 to 8. Under the theme “Innovation in Tune with You,” LG will showcase its AI Home vision, powered by “Affectionate Intelligence,” through integrated solutions that orchestrate connected experiences across customers’ living spaces, lifestyles and everyday routines.

At IFA 2026, LG will unveil the next evolution of its AI Appliances Orchestra concept, showcasing an expanded, AI-powered connected ecosystem that builds on the debut of the concept last year. The booth will bring products, services and AI-powered experiences together to illustrate how LG’s solutions can work in harmony to make life more convenient, personalized and efficient for European consumers.

The showcase will also highlight LG’s latest AI TVs, designed to elevate home entertainment with intelligent features. Their enhanced visuals and sound bring on-screen moments to life for richer, more immersive viewing.

At Hall 18 of Messe Berlin, visitors will be able to explore real-world applications that demonstrate LG’s AI vision across spaces, energy and connectivity. The booth’s expanded AI Orchestra will demonstrate integrated AI Home solutions that show how AI can help create more efficient and connected living experiences tailored to European lifestyles.

For those unable to attend IFA in person, LG will be sharing the excitement of its IFA 2026 booth on the LG Global YouTube channel.

Dermorepubliq Surpasses 4.5m Units Sold Across Bestsellers, Emerges as TikTok Shop PH’s No. 1 Beauty and Personal Care Brand

Manila, Philippines — Filipino skincare company Dermorepubliq continues to solidify its dominance in the local beauty and personal care landscape, building on a massive 310% year-on-year (YoY) revenue surge from 2024 to 2025 as it continues to maintain its position as the Top Beauty and Personal Care Brand on TikTok Shop Philippines.

The commercial surge was fueled by high consumer demand for the brand’s science-backed, dermatologically tested, and accessible formulations specifically developed for sensitive and acne-prone skin. Leading this volume were Dermorepubliq’s two flagship products: the 5% Niacinamide + Hyaluronic Acid Serum, which crossed 3 million units sold nationwide on TikTok Shop, and the viral 7% Glycolic Acid Toner, surpassing 1.5 million units sold on the platform.

Together, these two products alone account for over 4.5 million units in sales, highlighting a shifting trend among Filipino consumers toward dermatologically-focused, affordable skincare solutions.

“The level of growth we've achieved reflects the fundamental shift in how Filipinos approach skincare,” said Keith Sta. Barbara, Founder and CEO of Dermorepubliq. “Our goal has always been to make science-backed formulations accessible to those with sensitive skin without breaking the bank. Crossing these unit milestones proves that local consumers value transparency, efficacy, and clinical research above traditional brand prestige.”

Dermorepubliq’s sustained leadership on TikTok Shop builds upon a multi-year track record of digital performance. The brand recently won the Innovative Content Award last July 13 at the TikTok Shop Summit 2026, building on previous honors including the Emerald Award for Top Beauty Brand at the TikTok Shop Annual Awards 2025 and Best Local Hero Campaign at the TikTok Ad Awards 2024.

Beyond relying solely on viral momentum, the brand’s sustained growth is backed by a scaled live-commerce setup and an extensive network of affiliate creators. This strategy reflects recent industry insights showing that modern consumers increasingly rely on peer recommendations, real-time product demonstrations, and creator transparency when making buying decisions.

Dermorepubliq reaffirmed this community-first approach at the TikTok Beauty Fest 2026, returning to the main stage to lead masterclasses on skin education and showcase local cosmetic research.

Capitalizing on its digital market share, Dermorepubliq is executing an omnichannel growth strategy for the second half of 2026. The viral skincare brand is venturing into the holistic health and wellness market with the launch of its newest products, the DermoWhite+ S-Acetyl Glutathione Capsules and DermoSip Collagen Juice.

The brand is also translating its digital dominance into a growing physical retail footprint by expanding to select Watsons stores nationwide alongside dedicated brand kiosks in SM Fairview, SM Masinag, SM Tanza, SM Sta. Mesa, and Riverbanks Center.

The brand’s commercial velocity and innovative marketing, which recently earned a Gold Stevie at the 2026 Asia-Pacific Stevie Awards for its viral “breakup” billboard campaign, position Dermorepubliq among the fastest-growing local beauty enterprises in Southeast Asia.

Dermorepubliq products are available nationwide in select physical stores, as well as online via TikTok Shop, Shopee, Lazada, Watsons Online, and www.dermorepubliq.com.

Globe Empowers Youth and School Leaders in Capiz and Quezon to Advance Online Safety and Responsible Online Behavior

Globe brought its Digital Thumbprint Program (DTP) to Sigma, Capiz, and Tayabas, Quezon, equipping youth leaders and school heads with the knowledge and skills to promote safer, more responsible online behavior. Through the initiative, Globe is expanding digital citizenship education beyond the classroom by empowering community and education leaders to champion digital safety where it matters most.

Building on its previous DTP engagements with more than 650 youth and student participants in Western Visayas early this year, Globe conducted a follow-through session in Sigma, Capiz to complete its training for the municipality's remaining Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) officials and recent graduates. In Quezon, Globe also conducted DTP sessions for school heads representing municipalities across the province, strengthening their capacity to promote digital citizenship, cybersecurity awareness, and responsible AI use in schools.

"Young leaders can influence how their communities embrace technology. By equipping them with practical knowledge on digital safety, we are investing in a generation that can help create a safer and more responsible online environment for everyone. We hope they will share these lessons with their fellow youth and inspire more Filipinos to become responsible digital citizens," said Jun Juada, Globe Director for Western Visayas.

More than 30 SK officials and recent graduates participated in the follow-through session under Globe's #GoSafeWithGlobe campaign in Sigma, while 41 school heads from 25 public schools representing municipalities across Quezon Province joined the training. The sessions equipped participants to protect personal information, recognize online threats, promote responsible technology use, and foster safer digital environments in their communities and schools.

"This training gave me practical knowledge that I can immediately apply in my daily life and share with fellow youth members in our barangay. As an SK official, I have a responsibility to help create a safer online environment by encouraging others to practice responsible digital behavior," said Ramel Baclor Flores, SK Chairperson of Barangay Poblacion Sur, Municipality of Sigma, Capiz.

The Tayabas session also strengthened the capacity of school heads to guide teachers and learners in responsible technology use as schools continue to integrate digital tools into teaching and learning.

"Preparing our school leaders for today's digital landscape is essential to creating safe and responsible learning environments. Through Globe's Digital Thumbprint Program, our school heads are better equipped to guide teachers and learners in practicing responsible digital citizenship and making informed use of technology," said Celedonio Balderas Jr., Schools Division Superintendent, City of Tayabas.

Now in its 10th year, Globe's award-winning Digital Thumbprint Program continues to evolve to address emerging online challenges. Since its launch in 2016, the initiative has reached over 4,100 schools, engaged 115,394 teachers, and provided access to more than two million students and educators nationwide.

"School leaders are among our strongest partners in promoting responsible digital citizenship. By investing in their digital readiness, we hope to empower more school communities to embrace technology safely, confidently, and responsibly," said Adonis Evangelista, Globe General Manager for South Luzon.

Through the Digital Thumbprint Program and the #GoSafeWithGlobe campaign, Globe continues to work with schools, local government units, and community organizations to equip more Filipinos with the knowledge and confidence to thrive safely in the digital world. Learn more at https://www.globe.com.ph/about-us/sustainability/learning/digital-thumbprint.

For more information about Globe, visit www.globe.com.ph.

Double the Win: Two-for-One Money Habits That Grow Your Wealth Without Feeling Like a Sacrifice

Forget strict self-denial. Being "good with money" no longer means resisting the urge to ‘add to cart’ and choosing between spending, saving, and investing. Today’s smartest financial habits are about making one decision that accomplishes two goals at once.

Two-fold financial habits create simple, intentional routines in which every financial move sparks another win – like treating yourself to a long-awaited purchase while automatically funding your future. In fact, saving and investing don't just pay off in the long run. They can also turn every deposit into an instant thrill today. Have PHP 1,000 to save? What if it could win you a brand-new motorcycle or laptop?

If you want to make your money work twice as hard and score epic prizes while doing it, here are habits to help you spend smarter, grow your wealth, and even get rewarded along the way:
Buy One, Invest One

Retail therapy doesn't have to come with buyer's remorse. Every time you make a non-essential purchase, set aside 10% to 20% of the amount in your savings or investment account. Bought a pair of shoes for PHP 500? Invest PHP 100 or put it towards your savings. It transforms every splurge into a reminder that while you're enjoying today, you're also looking out for tomorrow.

Reward Yourself Responsibly

Bonuses, cashbacks, tax refunds, or unexpected windfalls don't have to be an all-or-nothing affair. Instead of spending the entire amount or locking it all away, split it between present and future you. Maybe half goes toward a nice dinner or a weekend getaway, while the other half goes into your emergency fund or investments. This way, you get to celebrate your wins without putting your long-term goals on hold.

Round-Up Investing

Make financial habits effortless by rounding your purchases up to the nearest convenient amount and saving or investing the difference. If your coffee costs PHP 185, round it up to PHP 200 and stash the extra PHP 15 away. It may not seem like much at the moment, but constantly saving can stack up into a meaningful fund without requiring major lifestyle changes.

Save and Win

With the right routines and financial tools, growing your money becomes less about sacrifice and more about unlocking exciting rewards along the way. GCash makes that possible by turning smart financial habits into rewarding opportunities through two promos.

Building Wealth Can Be Rewarding with GCash

The beauty of two-fold financial habits is that they make consistency effortless. Instead of relying on willpower alone, GCash builds in daily motivation by letting you earn raffle entries and instant prizes every time you save or invest:

Shake to Win

No need to wait until payday to start winning. Simply open the GCash app each day, and tap on any eligible product, such as GSave or GFunds, to unlock one free daily shake. Every shake automatically earns you one raffle entry for a chance to win PHP 10,000 in cash, while also allowing you to score instant shopping vouchers worth PHP 1, PHP 50, or PHP 200 on the spot.

Save to Win Bigger

Ready to level up your wealth? Save or invest at least PHP 1,000 in eligible Wealth Management products like GSave or GFunds to earn one raffle entry per ₱1,000 deposited (for GSave, funds must remain in the account for at least 7 days).

The promo is open to both new and existing users, giving everyone a chance to win exciting prizes throughout the campaign. Up for grabs are:

• Three PHP 50,000 cash prizes
• Three MacBook Neo 256 GB laptops (plus one PHP 10,000 cash winner)
• Three iPhone 17 256 GB units (plus one PHP 10,000 cash winner)
• Two PHP 100,000 cash prizes (plus one PHP 10,000 cash winner)
• One Yamaha Aerox (plus one PHP 10,000 cash winner)
• And the campaign's grand prize of PHP 500,000 in cash (plus one PHP 10,000 cash winner)

With GCash, every smart financial decision can also come with exciting rewards, proving that the best money habits are the ones that help you grow your wealth while giving you something to look forward to along the way.

To open an account on GSave, you must be a Filipino Citizen, at least 18 years old, and a fully verified GCash user. Ready to grow your money? You may access GSave through the GCash dashboard or find it under “Grow.” No GCash yet? Download the GCash App on the Apple App Store, Google Play Store, or Huawei App Gallery. Kaya mo, i-GCash mo!

Instructure Advances Education Equity with AWS Support, Accelerating AI-Powered Learning Modernization and Workforce Pathways

Instructure, the leading learning ecosystem and maker of Canvas LMS, powered by AWS, today announced it will build AI-powered tools to expand learning access for underserved communities worldwide, supported by Amazon Web Services, Inc. (AWS) Education Equity Initiative. The effort advances two workstreams. The first addresses a persistent barrier: many under-resourced institutions remain on legacy, on-premise systems not because they want to, but because migration has been too expensive and complex. 

AI-powered LMS migration tooling is designed to make that path faster and more affordable, so more learners in those communities can access modern learning infrastructure. The second accelerates Canvas Career capabilities to support workforce development, continuing education, community colleges and public-sector programs, with a focus on learner populations including adult learners returning to education.

For millions of learners worldwide, the biggest barrier to quality education is not motivation but circumstance. Limited access to technology and the internet, language barriers, and geographic isolation leave entire communities without modern learning infrastructure. Through the AWS Education Equity Initiative, Instructure and AWS will address this issue, aiming to reach approximately 900,000 learners in its first year, including roughly 280,000 underserved learners, with a path to reach approximately 5.4 million learners over four years.

“Education equity means building systems that work for learners in every environment, including those who face the greatest barriers to opportunity,” said Melissa Loble, chief learning officer at Instructure. “Through this collaboration with AWS, we are accelerating tools that help more institutions modernize their learning environments and connect learners to workforce pathways. Instructure is committed to helping institutions expand opportunity through scalable learning infrastructure and workforce-connected learning experiences.”

“AWS is proud to power Instructure’s reach across more than 100 countries and millions of learners,” said Aanya Niaz, Education Lead, Amazon Web Services. “They’ve built Canvas Career to serve workforce and continuing education programs that often fall outside traditional higher education models. We want to make these tools and infrastructure that drive positive learning outcomes accessible to educators and learners who need them most.”

Reducing the Barriers to LMS Migration

Many institutions remain on outdated, on-premise learning systems not because they choose to, but because migration is expensive, complex, and resource-intensive. Institutions with the fewest IT resources often face the steepest path to modernization. 

AWS support will help Instructure build AI-powered migration tooling designed to reduce that friction, making it faster and less costly for institutions to move to Canvas from legacy LMS platforms, self-managed open-source LMS environments, homegrown systems and other non-standard platforms. The goal is to give more institutions a realistic path to modern, cloud-based learning infrastructure so administrators and educators can focus on outcomes rather than overhead.

Expanding Canvas Career for Workforce and Continuing Education Programs

The initiative will also accelerate Canvas Career, Instructure’s platform for skills-first, workforce-aligned learning. Canvas Career is built to serve learners and programs that often fall outside the scope of traditional higher education tools, including continuing education programs, K-12 workforce initiatives, community colleges, vocational training centers, public-sector workforce programs, and adult learners.

Development will address two areas. The first is access: secure, low-connectivity infrastructure for correctional facilities and remote environments, and accessibility frameworks to support learners with disabilities. The second is outcomes: AI-powered skill mapping to align training with job requirements, credential and certification management for stackable credentials and workforce badges, and employer tools to connect learning pathways with employment pipelines.

A Commitment to Measurable Impact

The success of this initiative will be measured by whether more learners in underserved communities can access education that changes the trajectory of their careers and lives. In its first year, Instructure aims to reach approximately 900,000 learners, including roughly 280,000 from underserved communities, with a path to approximately 5.4 million learners over four years, roughly 1.8 million of them underserved. Instructure will report progress publicly, beginning in the second half of 2026 and continuing each quarter, including institutional adoption, learner reach and, as programs mature, workforce outcomes such as credential attainment, program completion and job placement.

The first year focuses on institutions and learners who have historically had the least access to modern learning technology in the United States, Brazil, Mexico, and the United Kingdom, expanding to additional regions over time. That work centers on four groups:

• K-12 districts with workforce programs serving rural and first-generation students
• Correctional facilities building credential pathways for incarcerated learners
• Community colleges serving adult and budget-constrained students
• Workforce development organizations, including vocational training centers and public-sector programs

This is a starting point. The structural barriers to education access run deeper than any single initiative can address, and Instructure and AWS intend to keep building. Future phases of this work will expand the tools launched today and reach more institutions and learners, expanding opportunities for learners everywhere.

About Amazon Web Services

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The AWS Education Equity Initiative is a $100 million commitment of AWS technology to support organizations that build and scale innovative digital learning solutions with cloud and AI. To learn more and apply, visit: https://aws.amazon.com/about-aws/our-impact/education-equity-initiative/