New Predator League Champs Crowned at the Predator League 2025 Philippines Finals

Predator Gaming assembled the best local Dota 2 and VALORANT teams in Cebu, lighting up the Queen City of the South with explosive, world-class esports action. The crowds were packed at Robinsons Galleria Cebu where the Predator League 2025 Philippine Finals took place, as fans and passers-by alike witnessed esports greatness.

Grassroots Endeavor from the Start

Predator League always seeks to discover new talent in the local esports scene. Four regional qualifying bouts around the archipelago were held to give more chances for players to showcase their skills and be exposed to high-level plays.

Christmas movies bring us back to that warm feeling of being with friends and family,” says Dwayne Johnson, star of “Red One,” in cinemas November 6

Dwayne Johnson and Chris Evans lead the Christmas action-comedy “Red One,” in cinemas November 6

“We love all holiday films,” says Dwayne Johnson, who stars as Santa Claus’s head of security in the Christmas action-comedy “Red One.” 

“The classics like ‘Miracle on 34th Street’ and ‘It’s a Wonderful Life,’ as well as the contemporary favorites like ‘Elf’ and ‘Bad Santa,’” he continues. “We all love them for the same reason: they bring us back to that warm feeling of being with friends and family, the time of year when life slows down for a minute. And there’s nothing better than watching a great Christmas movie with the people you love.”

In “Red One,” Johnson teams up with Chris Evans in a globe-trotting action-packed holiday adventure to save Christmas after Santa Claus (Oscar winner J.K. Simmons) – Code Name: RED ONE – gets kidnapped.

Step into the enchanting world of “Wicked” in the newest featurette. Casting a spell in PH cinemas Nov. 20

“Oz represents a place of magic, so to be able to invite an audience into this beautiful world is exciting.” Jon M. Chu welcomes fans and moviegoers to the wonderful world of Oz, in the highly anticipated adaptation of the hit musical Wicked, in the newest featurette.

Watch the featurette here: https://youtu.be/t0ThC9wKIn8

Cynthia Erivo, who stars as Elphaba, feels that Oz is the land of endless possibilities. “The things you think are impossible, the things you are dreaming about, aren’t impossible at all,” she says.

In the world of Oz, nothing is as straightforward as reality. “Nothing is just one dimension, in the world of Oz,” Erivo explains. “That special magic is palpable,” Jonathan Bailey, who plays Fiyero, adds. 

OPPO Find X8 Series with ColorOS 15 to Launch Globally, Setting a New Standard for Flagship Smartphones

OPPO, the world’s leading smart device brand will launch Find X8 Series and ColorOS 15 at a global launch event, set to take place on November 21, 2024 in Bali, Indonesia. Debuting the all-new Find X8 and Find X8 Pro, each is set to redefine flagship smartphone excellence in its class.

“Until now, flagship camera phones with ultra-zoom, power, battery life and AI tools have been weighed down by thick, heavy designs, but Find X8 Series changes the game. Find X8 is a thin and light powerhouse with ultra-beating battery life and a periscope zoom. Find X8 Pro takes zoom further, delivering ultra-grade experiences without the bulk. And with ColorOS 15’s smart and smooth experience, Find X8 Series is set to mark an exciting shift for the smartphone industry.”

“Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning” trailer and poster available now! In cinemas May 21, 2025

Our lives are the sum of our choices. Watch the brand new trailer for Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning. As seen in the trailer, Tom Cruise wears the same wardrobe as “Ethan Hunt” in Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning that he did performing the epic stunt for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games closing ceremony on August 11, 2024. 

Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning opens only in cinemas May 21, 2025. 

Watch the trailer: https://youtu.be/qepAxxbCFP4

“MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE – THE FINAL RECKONING” stars Tom Cruise, Hayley Atwell, Ving Rhames, Simon Pegg, Vanessa Kirby, Esai Morales, Pom Klementieff, Mariela Garriga, Henry Czerny, Holt McCallany, Janet McTeer, Nick Offerman, Hannah Waddingham, Angela Bassett, Shea Whigham, Greg Tarzan Davis, Charles Parnell, Frederick Schmidt. Based on the television series created by: Bruce Geller, and directed by Christopher McQuarrie

GCash to participate in 2024 Geeks On A Beach in Cebu, showcasing its data and AI strategies for financial inclusivity

The country’s leading e-wallet and digital financial services platform is attending the Philippines’ premier international startup conference, Geeks On A Beach (GOAB), which will take place in Cebu from November 14 to 15, 2024.

GCash Chief Data Officer Sara Venturina will share her insights on the GCash approach to harnessing data and AI for financial inclusivity on the first day of GOAB, alongside other stalwarts of the tech and startup community in the country and the region. 

Venturina will also sit as one of the speakers on the panel on AI Governance along with DICT Undersecretary Jocelle Batapa-Sigue and Prof. Angela Daly of the University of Dundee, UK.

Co-organized by the British Embassy in Manila, this panel will explore the meaning of safe and responsible AI and key considerations for startups, organizations, and government agencies in developing AI governance frameworks.

Unlock Asia: Discover Exclusive Perks when Traveling with your GCash app

Traveling to Singapore, Hong Kong or Shanghai and its neighboring cities? Enjoy special promos and a seamless travel experience when you use your favorite e-wallet

While the world hasn’t mastered teleportation (yet!), international travel is more accessible than ever. But savvy travelers know there’s a less glamorous side to globetrotting: foreign transaction fees, confusing exchange rates, and the endless quest for the best deals.

Fear not, fellow adventurers! GCash is your passport to stress-free international travel, with its seamless Scan-to-Pay feature in over 90 million stores powered by Alipay+ —including retail stores, food establishments, groceries, and convenience stores. Simply scan the QR code or generate a code for the merchant to scan and you’re all set! You'll even receive a receipt showing the amount in both Philippine Pesos and the local currency, making it easy to track your spending.