Tuesday, February 18, 2025

Globe Hosts 1st Hiring Hackathon to Discover Tech Talent and Tackle Real-World Challenges

Globe recently held its inaugural Code to Career Hackathon, bringing together top tech talent from Metro Manila to solve real-world challenges and compete for exclusive career opportunities within the company.

The one-day hiring hackathon was designed to break the mold of traditional recruitment, allowing participants to showcase their coding expertise, develop innovative solutions, and vie for exciting rewards.

“At Globe, we are constantly seeking bright, driven individuals who can help push the boundaries of technology,” Raul Macatangay, Globe's Chief Information Officer. “This hackathon is more than just a competition—it’s a gateway for aspiring tech professionals to gain hands-on experience, connect with industry leaders, and take the next big step in their careers with us.”

“As a company deeply dedicated to innovation and career development, Globe is excited to offer this platform to emerging tech talent. This event reflects our belief in nurturing individuals by allowing them to showcase their coding skills and tackle real-world challenges”

said Keith Batallones, Globe Head of Engineering and Digital Solutions.

During the hackathon, participants were guided by mentors from Globe and its partners— Amazon Web Services (AWS), Google, UpLift Code Camp, and F5 —who provided valuable insights, resources, and guidance throughout the day.

This collaboration further highlighted Globe’s dedication to promoting continuous learning and mentorship within the tech community. At the same time, it provided an environment where tech enthusiasts could thrive and develop their professional paths with Globe.

“The Code to Career event became a platform for newbie and seasoned professionals to solve real-life challenges through code, cloud, and AI. The top participants get a chance to win awesome, cool prizes and those qualified get a job offer on the spot. Grateful to the participants who chose to spend their Saturday learning and having fun through hacking and building their network,” said Jesse Liamzon, Senior Director for Architecture and Engineering.

Globe continues to be a premier destination for tech talent in the Philippines. The hackathon further solidified the company’s leadership in the tech industry and reinforced its commitment to empowering the next generation of tech leaders.

For those looking to take the next step in their tech journey, Globe offers various roles across different teams that emphasize creativity, innovation, and collaboration. The company hired 15 new employees from the hackathon event, including engineers and developers.

For the latest on available roles at Globe, follow Globe Telecom on LinkedIn.

Bring Red to Life & Win a Luxury Perfume in ‘Bring Me Color Red With Vivo V50’ Challenge!

MANILA, PHILIPPINES - Have you seen the Vivo V50 in all its Ancora Red glory? The wait is over!

The full allure of this colorway was a mystery until this weekend when Vivo finally revealed its 360-degree view. With its striking and elegant appeal, the Ancora Red Vivo V50 is, indeed, for those who define style this year!

Ready to stand out?

The excitement for the arrival of the Vivo V50 takes on a new level of sophistication, as the winner of the third challenge of 'Bring Me Color Red with Vivo V50' will receive a Maison Francis Kurkdjian Baccarat Rouge 540 Extrait de Parfum—an exquisite fragrance that complements the red opulence of the Vivo V50.

An exceptional luxury scent

Prepare to captivate—the MFK Baccarat Rouge 540 creates a lasting impression, just like the Vivo V50 in its uniquely stunning colorway.

Deep, bold, and unforgettable, this coveted perfume exudes confidence and sophistication, mirroring the way the Ancora Red commands attention with its fiery allure.

Both embody the essence of luxury and bold elegance, making them a perfect match for those who lead the way in style!
  • Follow these steps to win this luxury perfume!
  • Follow Vivo Philippines on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and X.
  • Capture a creative photo or video based on this week's challenge: "Bring Me Red Perfume"
  • Upload your entry via the Google Form link: https://bit.ly/vivoBringMeColorRED. Only one entry per person per challenge will be accepted.
  • Comment “DONE” on the challenge post from @vivo_philippines and tag 3 friends!
  • Entries for this challenge will be accepted until February 23, 2025, 11:59 PM.
Bring red to life! You can also share your masterpiece on social media using #VivoV50BringMeRed and #VivoV50Giveaway, and set your profile to 'Public'!

The fun doesn't end here! The 'Bring Me Color Red with Vivo V50' Challenge continues with its final round on February 23. Mark your calendars and don’t miss the chance to win luxury cosmetic prizes!

Per DTI Fair Trade Permit No. FTEB-214030 Series of 2025.

TATSUJIN© Brings the Arcade to the Palm of Your Hand, Launching Amusement Arcade Toaplan® on iOS™ and Android®

Tokyo, Japan – February 2025 – TATSUJIN© a Japanese video game publisher founded by industry veteran Masahiro Yuge, and one of the original founders of the legendary arcade developer Toaplan, today announced the availability of Amusement Arcade Toaplan for iOS™ and Android® mobile platforms.

Toaplan was a popular arcade game developer in the '80s and '90s who had a huge influence in the shoot ‘em up genre. To celebrate 40 years of Toaplan arcade masterpieces, TATSUJIN brings epic arcade action to the palm of your hand with Amusement Arcade Toaplan with coin-op classics that can be played anytime, anywhere! Free to download on iOS™ and Android®, Amusement Arcade Toaplan brings endless thrills to on-the-go gaming.

Amusement Arcade Toaplan includes the original celebrated shoot ‘em up Truxton™ for free, and demo versions of five games. More classic games can be purchased in-app. In total, there are 25 classic Toaplan titles (full list below) ranging from iconic shoot ‘em ups to platform action, racing and beat ‘em ups.

Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2QrABc3xPPg

As all games are faithful renditions of the arcade originals, many gamers who have only played home ports will be delighted to experience each title the way they were meant to be played. In addition, gamers can select between the original Japanese versions of the game, or the international versions, often with a selection of fascinating differences to explore. With various visual filters to recreate the real arcade experience, and individual game settings for difficulty, lives, invincibility, and more, ‘all your base’ will truly belong to you!

The games can be played with tailored, customizable touch controls, or by connecting external controllers. Gamers can even play with an external arcade stick (Bluetooth® required) for the ultimate arcade authenticity.

Once gamers pick their favorites to download, each title appears as a mini arcade machine which can be placed in your virtual arcade in any position you wish! Expand your arcade footprint by adding bonus items such as game-character standees, potted plants, chairs, and beds! Build and expand your arcade as you add new games, unearthing a new favorite or a forgotten classic.

With 25 coin-ups to pick from, Amusement Arcade Toaplan has something for everyone, and Games that can be downloaded to purchase include:

Tiger Heli™, Guardian™, Alcon/Slap Fight™, Sky Shark/Flying Shark™, Pyros/Wardner™, Twin Cobra™, Rally Bike™, Truxton™, Hellfire™, Twin Hawk™, Horror Story™, Zero Wing™, Fire Shark™, Snow Bros™, Outzone™, Vimana™, Teki-Paki™, Ghox™, Truxton II™, Fixeight™, Dogyuun™, Grind Stormer™, Knuckle Bash™, Batsugun™ and Snow Bros. 2™.

Demo games available to try free of charge include: Tiger Heli, Wardner, Flying Shark, Snow Bros, and Teki-Paki.

Amusement Arcade Toaplan from TATSUJIN is now available for free download on iOS and Android.

To celebrate the arcade heritage of Toaplan, check out the Toaplan Arcade Masterpieces 40th anniversary site: https://toa40th.com/en/, which’s jam-packed like an overfilled quarter slot with memories and greetings from games industry veterans, and information on all the classic arcade games created by legendary Japanese developer.

For more information on Amusement Arcade Toaplan, please visit: https://aat.tatsujin.tokyo/en/.

Monday, February 17, 2025

Alsons Dev Formalizes Support for DCWD’s Watershed Management Program

Davao City, Philippines, February 2025 – Alsons Development and Investment Corporation (Alsons Dev) formalized its partnership with the Davao City Water District (DCWD) for the Adopt-A-Site project through a Memorandum of Agreement signing held on February 13, 2025, at the Alsons Dev Poblacion Market Central Sales Showroom.

Leading the signing were Alsons Dev Vice President & General Manager Eric de la Costa, Alsons Dev Corporate Communications Manager Margarita Rey-Gross, DCWD General Manager Mildred G. Aviles, CPA, DM-HRM, DCWD Community Relations and External Affairs Department Manager Jovana Cresta T. Duhaylungsod, DCWD Environment and Watershed Protection Division Manager Anji Laura A. Grecia-Lorona and Ryan Vidanes, Executive Director of the Alcantara Foundation, the CSR arm of the Alcantara Group;

Through this partnership, Alsons Dev will adopt and rehabilitate five hectares of land in the Mt. Tipolog-Tamugan Watershed as part of DCWD’s Integrated Watershed Management Program. This initiative supports the protection of this critical water source through sustained reforestation and maintenance efforts over the next five years.

The Adopt-A-Site project encourages stakeholder involvement in watershed conservation, ensuring a sustainable water supply for future generations. Alsons Dev's participation highlights the company’s long-term commitment to environmental stewardship and sustainable development.

Alsons Dev is a leading property developer in Davao, committed to creating sustainable and vibrant communities. For more information about Alsons Dev, visit https://alsonsdev.com/.

PLDT Global, Saudi Arabia’s STC Bank Team Up to Enhance Digital Solutions for Clients

PLDT Global Corporation (PLDT Global), the international arm of PLDT Inc., has entered into a strategic partnership with STC Bank, a leading Saudi digital bank, to deliver innovative digital solutions to clients, driving business growth and enhancing customer experiences.

The partnership will see STC Bank becoming a payment option in the one-stop marketplace Tindahan ni Bossing (TinBo), PLDT Global's digital platform and app. STC Bank will also carry Vortex products on its platform. These initiatives are designed to streamline financial transactions and provide clients with more flexible and secure payment solutions. Additionally, the collaboration will focus on enhancing cybersecurity practices to ensure the safety and integrity of digital transactions.

“We are thrilled to join forces with STC Bank. This partnership will enable us to provide every Filipino and all customers in Saudi with cutting-edge digital solutions that meet their evolving needs. Together, we are committed to empowering businesses and communities through reliable and innovative services,” said Albert V. Villa-Real, President and CEO at PLDT Global

“At STC Bank, we are driving financial inclusion through innovation that empowers individuals and businesses alike. Our collaboration with PLDT Global aligns with our mission to enhance digital banking accessibility, ensuring seamless and efficient transactions for our customers, no matter how far they are from their home countries,” said Nizar Altwaijri, CEO of STC Bank.

This strategic alliance marks a significant milestone for both companies as they work together to address the challenges of digital transformation.