GCash upsizes wallet limits of close to 1M users

GCash, the undisputed number one and preferred mobile wallet in the Philippines, has given over a million of its valued users a surprise limit increase amid the global health situation to help more Filipinos to maximize the benefits of digital finance.

Users may increase their wallet limits by linking their bank accounts or debit cards to their GCash wallets. Upsized wallets have a hold up limit of P500,000 per month. Bank accounts that enable users to raise their limits include BPI, UnionBank, and other locally-issued debit cards that are enabled by either MasterCard or Visa.  

How to Ride Safely amid COVID-19 Pandemic

The government recently relaxed the community quarantine guidelines, which gradually reopens up the economy. Thousands of workers are finally allowed to go to their offices, provided they follow strict health and safety protocols.

Although public transport will be operational, still, there are lots of limitations to ensure social distancing among passengers. For instance, in the National Capital Region (NCR), the resumption of public transport systems will be done in two phases, says the Department of Transportation (DoTR). 

Globe E-skwela tackles online lesson creation and materials development

Live demonstrations on applications of online instructional design as well as industry best practices were featured during the latest installment of Globe myBusiness’ E-skwela online learning series.

Leading the discussion on lesson creation and materials development in the new normal were industry experts and full-time faculty members, Lea Sacdalan-Abarentos and Jag Garcia, of the De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde. They were also joined by Globe Education Industry Lead Mark Arthur Payumo Abalos who served as moderator for the webinar.

Post-Quarantine: Where Do You Want To Go?

Looking at the brighter side, we are all yearning for this pandemic to end so we can go out and experience fun with friends and family. 

Travelling has truly changed beyond recognition since the COVID-19 pandemic, as a result of the implementation of quarantine. And as many experts from the World Health Organization (WHO) predict, this virus will be with us for a long time. 

While the quarantine period suggests that mobility will remain limited until a later time, it does not mean that travel is banned. And when travel restrictions loosen up, road trips would become the norm, since flights, ferries, and other public transportation would not be as safe and convenient as it used to.

Technology for good - Fundraising goes social

In the new normal, doing good is much more digital. 

In this time of COVID, many millennials are showing their support for the country’s health workers by using social media to raise funds for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as face masks, face shields and hazmat suits.

A eureka moment 

Last March, five friends in Quezon City got together in a eureka moment to start a PPE fund drive for the country’s frontline healthcare workers. With the help of friends, families and kind strangers, they have raised over P3.2 million as of April 28, 2020. 

Globe provides free mobile data access to COVID KAYA, CART System

Globe has partnered with the Department of Health (DOH) and the World Health Organization (WHO) in providing free mobile data access to COVID KAYA and the CART System for fast, accurate, and real time report delivery on COVID-19.  These platforms are for the benefit of frontliners and suspected COVID-19 patients.

With the partnership, all frontliners who are required to enter their information in COVID KAYA mobile app as well as suspected COVID-19 patients who need to access the CART System site at https://detectcovid.doh.gov.ph, may do so without incurring mobile data charges as long as they use their Globe or TM account.

“The Department of Health (DOH) is grateful to Globe for providing free mobile data to its users in order to access COVID KAYA and CART System. With this partnership, our patients, laboratories, and health care facilities can provide timely and accurate information that will strengthen our national response. We are grateful to all our partners who helped develop and make this tool accessible to our frontliners,” Health Secretary Francisco T. Duque III said.

“Globe is committed to helping the nation address the current crisis especially through technology.  Through this initiative, we hope this further helps the DOH in detecting incidents and gathering information on COVID-19 so we can have a comprehensive and evidence-based national response to the pandemic.” said Yoly Crisanto, Globe Chief Sustainability Officer and SVP for Corporate Communications.

Grab, Dept of Tourism strengthens PH Harvest initiative; helps Filipino farmers through digitalization

Following the recently signed partnership with the Department of Agriculture, Grab Philippines has entered into an agreement with the Department of Tourism to support its Philippine Harvest Initiative poised to increase Filipino households’ accessibility to local food products, as the company aids agripreneurs to bring their businesses online.

As the everyday everything app, Grab lends its platform to boost discoverability on the initiative and its participating merchants, and provide logistical needs through the transport of the products to their customers.

Grab recognizes the role it could play in supporting local businesses, including agripreneurship, especially to cope during this time of COVID-19 pandemic, and to spur the economy.

World Vision keeps children’s dreams alive thru Give Hope campaign

Since the start of this year, the Philippines has been facing one great hurdle after another. Despite the gravity, Filipinos have been known to deal with problems head on.

It has been three months since the government has declared community quarantine in most cities and provinces in the Philippines. As the country continues to fight its battle against COVID-19, issues increase as more sectors of society become affected by this health crisis. One of the most pressing issues now is how to continue the learning and development of the children and youth at a time of a pandemic.

Enjoy Greater Cost Savings and Convenience with ShopeePay Day

On June 25, users can enjoy exclusive discounts, free shipping, and vouchers

Shopee, the leading e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia and Taiwan, launches ShopeePay Day, to offer greater convenience and cost savings as more Filipinos turn to cashless payments when they shop online. On June 25, ShopeePay users can look forward to exclusive limited-time deals and promotions, including free shipping and coins cashback.  

Devon Seron Signs Up With ALV Talent Circuit

PBB alumna Devon Seron recently signed up with Arnold Vegafria’s ALV Talent Circuit, the same management outfit that handles the careers of some of today’s hottest celebrities, including Sunshine Cruz, Beauty Gonzalez, Sylvia Sanchez, Martin del Rosario and many others.

The proud Cebuana lass has come a long way since her memorable stint in ABS-CBN’s Pinoy Big Brother (PBB) Teen Clash last 2010, and has proven her mettle as a versatile actress, singer/dancer and brand endorser.

Some of her memorable TV shows during her Star Magic years include Angelito: Batang Ama, Apoy sa Dagat, Maria Mercedes, Moon of Desire, Forevermore and guest stints in Maalaala Mo Kaya.