Cash-in anytime, anywhere with GCash’s 33,000 touchpoints and more than 40 partner banks

As the number of cashless transactions reach an all-time high amid the pandemic, GCash, the undisputed leader and preferred mobile wallet in the Philippines, is enabling Filipinos to conveniently cash-in to their GCash wallets through more than its 33,000 cash-in touchpoints nationwide and over more than 40 partner banks.

GCash users may cash-in anytime and anywhere to their GCash wallets through partner grocery stores- Puregold and All Day, as well as retail outlets such as Robinsons Department Stores and Business Centers, SM Retail Outlets, LBC, Lawson, and Shell Select.

We Heal as One - Police And Artists Together In Benefit Concert

The global COVID 19 pandemic continues its onslaught worldwide as infections have spread rapidly over the vast population leaving a trail of devastation in both social and commercial fronts. While a period of uncertainty lingers as we wait for the development of a working vaccine, a sustained campaign has been set in place by the national government to drive the balance of saving the economy and lives of Filipinos with the Philippine National Police – Police Security and Protection Group (PNP-PSPG) and PNP Medical Reserve Force being a prominent organization at the forefront of this noble endeavor.

With this, RII Builders Inc. and The Big Difference Communications extends its support to the PNP-PSPG by spearheading a fundraising event via an online concert featuring some of the country’s promising and established musical artists and celebrities on August 29, Saturday from 7-10PM. Performances will be held in their respective residences and in a designated out-of-home location.

Visa launches ‘Lukot-lukot, Bilog-bilog’ online with Tanghalang Pilipino

The musical, which teaches children and youths the value of their bills and coins, is now on YouTube

Visa’s musical production Lukot-lukot, Bilog-bilog is now streaming online for free, to promote financial literacy to children and youths while they stay home. The musical can be accessed through Tanghalang PIlipino’s Youtube channel as part of its PangsamanTanghalan initiative that makes stage plays more accessible to Filipinos worldwide during the pandemic.

Lukot-lukot, Bilog-bilog was launched in 2017, together with partners Tanghalang Pilipino and Teach for the Philippines as part of Visa’s financial literacy program. The musical features teenager, Gwyneth who was given birthday money to pay for entrance exam fees. The play focuses on Gwyneth’s journey in learning money management, with guidance from her grandfather Lolo Sally, best friend Jing-jing, and national heroes who magically come to life.  

BRIA Homes and “Magandang Buhay” award house-and-lot unit to deserving single father

“Magandang Buhay, Magandang Bahay” segment winner
Ernesto Bauzon and his family are set to move into their new
BRIA Home in Magalang, Pampanga
—a fully furnished Elena end unit model.

BRIA Homes, one of the leading housing developer in the Philippines, together with ABS-CBN’s top-rating morning show Magandang Buhay, recently turned over the digital key to a brand-new house and lot to single father Ernesto Bauzon, the fourth winner in their “Magandang Buhay, Magandang Bahay” segment.

The awarding took place in a Facebook live episode last August 14, which had winner Ernesto, his daughter Agnes, and Red Rosales, BRIA Homes President and Chief Operating Officer, joining Magandang Buhay hosts Jolina Magdangal, Melay Cantiveros-Francisco, and Karla Estrada in a conference call.

GCash enables 2.5M Filipinos to own savings accounts amid pandemic

More and more Filipinos are opening savings accounts through GCash, the undisputed leading and preferred mobile wallet in the Philippines, as they found it easier and more convenient than traditional savings products in the market.

GCash Save Money has breached over 2.5 million account holders since it was launched in the second quarter of 2019. This represents a 500-percent year-on-year growth from August last year, when it initially had 500,000 pioneering customers.

vivo to redefine clarity, stability with X50 Series & TWS launch this Saturday

Clarity and stability are about to tack on a whole new meaning as vivo unveils the vivo X50, X50 Pro, and TWS earphones live this Saturday, August 22, at 6PM via the vivo Philippines Facebook page.

The “Masters of Craft” digital event, hosted by viral voiceover artist Inka Magnaye, will feature the leading global technology company’s newest lineup and their innovative features that are sure to help millennials master their respective crafts. These exciting features will be highlighted further through reviews conducted by celebrated leading man Khalil Ramos, young globe-trotter and travel agency CEO Angely Dub, and renowned photographers Hannah Morales and Xander Angeles—masters in their respective fields—during the event.

BTS Reveals “DYNAMITE” MV

Global superstars BTS released the music video for their new single “Dynamite” worldwide on August 21 through their official social channels.

The new music video of “Dynamite” is colorful and bright, featuring retro concept props, hairstyles, and attire. The overall mood is lively and vibrant from start to finish, perfectly capturing the joyful energy of the song’s melody and lyrics.

It opens with the image of BTS as they stand gathered but soon scatter. The members one by one express their own style and individuality in different spaces. 

Smart powers all-female esports league ‘Liga Adarna: Laban Para Sa Korona’ for COVID-19 initiatives

Mobile services provider Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart) has teamed up with Eplayment Entertainment for ‘Liga Adarna: Laban Para Sa Korona,’ an all-female esports league running from Aug. 16 to Sept. 17, 2020 in support of COVID-19 initiatives.

Spearheaded by Eplayment Entertainment, the first esports multi-platform in the Philippines, the league features various esports and mobile gaming events including Valorant, DOTA 2, and Mobile Legends: Bang Bang with a total of Php 140,000 cash prize pool and the coveted Liga Adarna Crown up for grabs.

TGIS reunion, Pokwang’s birthday featured this week in TV5’s ‘Bawal Na Game Show’ and ‘Fill in the Bank’

Because reunions and birthday parties are what we sorely miss these days, TV5 brings more prizes and surprises in its wacky game shows “Fill in the Bank” and “Bawal na Game Show.”  This week, viewers are up for a double celebration with game show host Pokwang’s birthday bash in “Fill in the Bank” and the most-anticipated TGIS cast reunion in “Bawal na Game Show.”

Hosted by “Manedyer” Jose Manalo and Pokwang as Madam Poky, “Fill in the Bank” will have fellow comedians Ketchup Eusebio and Archie Alemania as contenders in its upcoming episode on Monday, August 24 at 7:30 p.m. Next episode on Wednesday, August 26, will have celebrities Ria Atayde and Jane Oineza vying for the jackpot money of as much as Php150,000. 

GCash doubles down on security amid pandemic

GCash, the undisputed leading and preferred mobile wallet in the Philippines, is doubling down on security measures to safeguard its users from fraudsters and cybercriminals, putting in different safety nets that keep customers alert and aware of their accounts’ security and safety.

GCash has ensured that users receive SMS, in-app and social media advisories against fraudulent pages, including fake donation drives and fake financial aid offers under the government's social amelioration program.