KPMG Presents Innovation Summit 2023: Empowering Emerging Tech & Pioneering Digital Government Transformation

KPMG R. G. Manabat & Co., one of the country’s leading accounting and professional services firms will hold its award- winning annual Innovation Summit at Fairmont Makati on July 20. 

The Innovation Summit 2023 themed MAKING IT HAPPEN: From Innovative Ideas to Execution, launches two remarkable events: the first Philippine leg of the KPMG Global Technology Innovator competition and KPMG in the Philippines' new Digital Government Center. Quezon City Mayor Hon. Joy Belmonte will grace the event as Keynote Speaker, sharing her own aspirations and commitments to digitization as a decision-maker in the political landscape. 

This year’s summit will have physical attendance of business leaders and technology experts supplemented by a livestream serving the summit’s growing online audience. This is a fresh change from the exclusively digital conferences that started in 2021 that continued in 2022, where KPMG bagged the Anvil Award for Special Event and Exhibit from the Public Relations Society of the Philippines. 

Acer launches Acer Day 2023 campaign urging everyone to #AceYourWorld

The much-awaited annual Acer Day celebration has returned with a superior and more exciting lineup of activities. Alongside bigger promotions on Acer products, the brand has set bolder goals to provide innovative products that enhance productivity and elevate the digital experience. This year's theme, #AceYourWorld, is all about empowering and motivating individuals to achieve their goals and reach their full potential. Whether you're a student, a gamer, a professional, or an entrepreneur, Acer Day 2023 encourages you to take charge of your destiny and make your mark in the world.

This year's Acer Day holds a special significance as Acer Philippines celebrates its 20th anniversary in the country. Acer Philippines has been hosting this regional campaign for the past three years, aiming to provide individuals with resources and tools to develop new skills, build confidence, and break through barriers that may hold them back. Acer's goal is to create a movement of people committed to living their best lives and making a positive impact on the world.

“Killers of The Flower Moon” trailer debuts, opens in Philippine cinemas October 18

Martin Scorsese’s new epic western crime saga “Killers of the Flower Moon” starring Leonardo DiCaprio, will premiere exclusively in cinemas, in partnership with Paramount Pictures, beginning October 18, before streaming globally on Apple TV+.

Watch the trailer: https://youtu.be/aIfONq_7EtI

Lily Gladstone and Leonardo DiCaprio in “Killers of the Flower Moon”

Groove to Barbie the Album at this exclusive Dance Blowout Party!

Much anticipation has surrounded Barbie the Movie, and it’s no secret that the same can be said about its soundtrack. The songs featured throughout the film have been revealed one by one, from superstar Dua Lipa’s electrifying “Dance the Night” to rap queens Nicki Minaj and Ice Spice’s “Barbie World,” which is an iconic take on Aqua’s song “Barbie Girl.”

Another exciting addition to the Barbie the Album is the high-energy track from K-Pop group FIFTY FIFTY “Barbie Dreams,” which also features Atlanta bred rapper Kaliii. The track uses an interpolation of Janet Jackson’s “Together Again,” adding a hint of nostalgic appeal.

With such a diverse and talented set of artists, it’s no wonder that even its soundtrack is adding to the film’s hype. Luckily, Filipino fans who are excited to listen to the entire Barbie the Album are in for a treat – Warner Music Philippines is partnering with the Studio Dance Club for an exclusive album pre-release Dance Blowout Party! This event is set to happen on July 20th, 2023, 7 PM, a day ahead of Barbie’s world premiere.

TAN To Make Highly Anticipated Return To PH This September, Joins Universal Records PH Artist Roster

Filipinos really can’t get enough riding the Hallyu wave in the most passionate way possible. Filo K-Pop fans are just so loyal and amazingly supportive to their idols. A reason why every single K-Pop aficionados out there should prepare for a massive surprise this coming “BER” month!

Guess what, the charming and electrifying South Korean boy group TAN is all set to make a triumphant return to the Philippines this coming September. Adding to the excitement, it has been officially announced that TAN, signed under Think Entertainment will be also joining the esteemed Universal Records Philippines artist roster, elevating their career to new heights and will endeavor to achieve a broader reach on the Philippine music market.

HONOR opens another experience store, now in SM City Makati!

HONOR continues to expand in the Philippines, opens new experience store in SM City Makati.

Another big milestone for the leading smart devices provider in the country! HONOR Philippines just opened its newest Experience Store in SM City Makati.

In a span of just three months, HONOR Philippines expanded rapidly nationwide opening five stores – SM City Fairview, SM City Consolacion Cebu, SM City Marilao, SM City Marikina, and SM City Grand Central. Adding to the list is the unveiling of its sixth store in SM City Makati on July 11, 2023.

“We, at HONOR Philippines, are very grateful to those who have supported us since day one and we owe this feat to them. We have more stores to open and we are really excited to  get closer to our HONOR fans by providing them more accessibility in trying out our products,” said Stephen Cheng, HONOR Philippines Vice President.

Racecar driver Jann Mardenborough talks about his true story in “Gran Turismo” vignette

He dreamed the impossible to become an elite racer – experience the inspiring true story in Gran Turismo, exclusively in cinemas August 2023. Watch “The True Story” vignette: 

YouTube: https://youtu.be/CuZjzfLo5Mc   

About Gran Turismo

Based on the true story of Jann Mardenborough, the film is the ultimate wish fulfillment tale of a teenage Gran Turismo player whose gaming skills won a series of Nissan competitions to become an actual professional racecar driver.

Directed by Neill Blomkamp, screenplay by Jason Hall and Zach Baylin, based on the PLAYSTATION STUDIOS video game.

Produced by Doug Belgrad, Asad Qizilbash, Carter Swan, Dana Brunetti. The executive producers are Kazunori Yamauchi, Herman Hulst, Jason Hall, Matthew Hirsch.