For Stefan Ema Mae Corregidor, the joy of going cashless became sweeter when she learned that she won the Php1-million grand prize in the PayMayaguinaldo Raffle Promo. With this prize money, the 31-year-old employee from Quezon City is sharing and giving back the joy to her family by building a home for her mother who is currently residing in Davao City.

What made the news priceless for Stefan is also knowing that through the PayMayaguinaldo Raffle Promo, another Php1-million worth of "aguinaldo" is being given to the Gawad Kalinga School for Experiential & Entrepreneurial Development (GK-SEED) Philippines to help graduates who have set up their own enterprises accelerate the growth of their business.

As Filipinos celebrated a more somber holiday season due to COVID-19, PayMaya thought of how to make its PayMayaguinaldo promo more rewarding. First, it gave PayMaya users a chance to win 1 million pesos by simply paying via PayMaya QR and their PayMaya registered mobile number at partner merchants or purchasing prepaid load and other treats at the PayMaya in-app shop.

On top of this, PayMaya aimed to share the blessing with agri-entrepreneurs from underprivileged communities through GK-SEED Philippines. For the past three years, PayMaya has chosen GK-SEED as campaign beneficiary because of its track record in helping the youth overcome poverty through education and entrepreneurship.

“Amid the global pandemic, millions of Filipinos have joined the ‘cashless’ revolution for safer and more convenient payments. With our PayMayaguinaldo promo rewards and cashback, we provided a merrier way to pay. The experience was also made extra rewarding as our promo campaign gave our customers the means to give back to the community by helping support student scholars of GK-SEED and overall foster agri-entrepreneurship,” said Mark Dee, Head of Growth Marketing and Partnerships at PayMaya Philippines.

For Stefan, she discovered PayMaya during the community quarantine. After using the PayMaya app for government bills payments the first time, she has been continuously enjoying the convenience and rewards every time she pays bills, shops online, buys load, among others. From doing cash transactions, Stefan has also shifted to PayMaya for sending money to her loved ones and family members. It eliminated the hassles of travelling to payment centers and lining up to just to send funds.

“PayMaya helped in making my life easier amid the pandemic as it offered a safer, more convenient and rewarding way to pay for my transactions whether online or in-store. With this, I’m able to enjoy the benefits of going cashless and avoid the use of cash which can be the source of the virus.” said Stefan.

Meanwhile, for GK-SEED, PayMaya's "aguinaldo" will go towards providing a combination of live and virtual mentorship to its graduate scholars and kickstart resources to support their agri-enterprises.

“We’d like to thank PayMaya for the continued support for our young students who are the greatest gems of our institution. This 'PayMayaguinaldo' will help strengthen our mission in empowering agri-entrepreneurs to build a better and stronger country,” said Mark Lawrence Cruz, GK-SEED School Director.

Getting your own PayMaya account and enjoying the rewards of going cashless is very easy. Just download the PayMaya app at https://official.paymaya.com/CAK1/425eb133 and register an account to find out what it’s like to go cashless with the fastest, safest, and most rewarding way to pay for anything online and in stores! Remember, for your everyday needs, don’t pay cash. PayMaya!

PayMaya is the only end-to-end digital payments ecosystem enabler in the Philippines with platforms and services that cut across consumers, merchants, communities, and government. Through its enterprise business, it is the largest digital payments processor for key industries in the country including "everyday" merchants such as the largest retail, food, gas, and eCommerce merchants as well as government agencies and units.

Through its app and wallet, PayMaya provides over 28 million Filipinos with access to financial services. Customers can conveniently pay, add money, cash out or remit through its over 200,000 digital touchpoints nationwide. Its Smart Padala by PayMaya network of over 37,000 partner agent touchpoints nationwide serves as last-mile digital financial hubs in communities, providing the unbanked and underserved with access to digital services. To know more about PayMaya's products and services, visit www.PayMaya.comor follow @PayMayaOfficial on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

Based on the latest Google Search Trends and the Entrepreneur.com survey done at the end of 2020, 76% of CEOs reported that their company’s productivity was either maintained or even increased as a result of working remotely. The survey also sighted that 70% of CEOs prefer that a portion of their employees continue to work remotely even after their offices reopen. Given this stark new normal, Samsung introduces their latest technological breakthrough, designed for both young professionals and students alike, the new Samsung Smart Monitor.

The world’s first “Do-It-All” screen, the Samsung Smart Monitor is highly adept in meeting all types of demands for work, entertainment, learning, gaming, and just about anything in between, without the need for a PC.

The Samsung Smart Monitor is loaded with productivity features such as Remote Access, Office 365, and Samsung DeX. Remote Access allows users to have full access to their office PC or laptop via the Internet. With Office 365, documents and presentations can be viewed, edited, and saved in the cloud, while with Samsung DeX, Samsung Galaxy phone users will be able to easily connect with the Smart Monitor and open a desktop workspace.

The Samsung Smart Monitor also comes fully equipped with a slew of entertainment features in an easy to navigate hub for Netflix, YouTube, and other Smart TV apps, including AirPlay 2, Tap View, App Casting, and Screen Mirroring. It comes with a remote controller, a built-in speaker, and voice assistance through Bixby. Its versatility is also uncompromised as it comes with a USB type-C port on the 32” UHD M7 model, alongside other USB ports and Bluetooth connectivity. So, not only is it a flexible work and study monitor, it also serves as a full entertainment hub for the whole family.

When it comes to e-learning, the Samsung Smart Monitor also has impressive features including Adaptive Picture which recognizes its surroundings and provides the best viewing experience possible, as the display automatically adjusts its backlight brightness by using ambient light sensors, thus reducing eye strain. It is also Flicker Free and employs App Casting and Tap View which easily displays the phone's screen on the TV. Besides this, it is also TUV Certified which means that the product has been thoroughly tested for safety and found to meet the minimum requirements set by the German Equipment and Product Safety Act.

The Samsung Smart Monitor comes in three sizes and configurations: a 27” Full HD monitor priced at P18,999; 32” Full HD monitor priced at P22,999; and a 32” Ultra High-Definition (UHD) monitor priced at P28,999. The main advantage of the UHD can be seen in its crisp clear picture clarity. It has four times more pixel density and can provide a workspace four times larger, than Full HD, while only taking up the same physical space. It will be available in all major retail outlets starting March 5, 2021.

From March 5 to 31, 2021, early-bird buyers of the Samsung Smart Monitor will get a premium Logitech MK120 keyboard and mouse set worth P1,000, plus a 1-year premium subscription to video streaming provider, Viu,

For more information on the Samsung Smart Monitor, visit www.samsung.com/ph.

TikTok takes pride in being a positive and inclusive platform, where women are empowered to express themselves creatively and authentically. Female creators on the app have helped transform TikTok into a real, inspiring, fun, and educational space for all, and they continue to do so each time they share creative new content.

Antoinette Taus (@antoinettetaus)

Filipino-American actress, humanitarian, and Goodwill Ambassador for the United Nations Environment Programme, Antointette Taus, is a long-time fixture in the local entertainment industry. Recognized as one of the most influential role models of the youth of her generation, Antoinette's main mission is to empower the youth to take the lead in the transition toward a future that is centered on the betterment of people and the planet—without leaving anyone behind. She founded the non-profit organization “CORA” (Communities Organized for Resource Allocation) and the purpose-driven business “The Sustainable Planet”, which are dedicated to creating sustainable programs and solutions to help solve global issues focused on hunger, poverty, inequality, mental health, plastic pollution, and climate change.

For Antoinette, in order to be supportive of other women, you must first be kind. "Uplifting each other, being kind to each other, not judging each other. Just imagine, you don't even have to look for support if naturally we just always tried to either to be kind or uplift everything around us that women and the girls are doing." -- Antoinette Taus

Pau Kimberly (@paukimberly)

Self-love advocate, Pau Kimberly, uses TikTok as a platform to make others feel better about themselves. In a lot of her videos, she encourages her followers, the women in particular, to rise up after each fall. In Pau's content, one powerful message that we all need to hear shines through - "You are enough."

"We as a society are not yet used to women standing up for themselves, women that are strong and independent, women that are empowered, women that are not believing in timelines, women that are very career-driven. I use my platform to raise awareness that we shouldn't care about others' opinions. We as women are enough, and are worthy, in our own rights." -- Pau Kimberly

Veronica Limcaoco (@beloynica)

Veronica "Ron" Limacaoco is an active member of Girls Got Game PH (@girlsgotgameph), a non-profit organization that works to empower young women through sports. The group organizes roving sports camps in underprivileged areas throughout the Philippines. Here, girls can learn how to play different sports, which helps them build self-confidence. As a result, Girls Got Game PH actually helps to build our country's future, one self-reliant woman at a time.

Veronica believes that women must work together to empower one another. "There's no one perfect way to do things, like we are all after the same goal - Women empowerment. We are just doing it differently, I might be doing it through sports but in the end we only have the same goal, and it's impossible for one person, one organization to do it all. So, the best thing to do is work together." -- Veronica Limacaoco

Nove-Ann Tan (@ihomeschoolph)

Homeschooling advocate, Nove-Ann Tan, is a hands-on homeschooling mom who also provides support for other homeschoolers. She has also authored two books, "I Homeschool: How to Homeschool Without Losing Your Mind" and "Happy Wife, Happy Life", and hosts a weekly podcast where she shares valuable insights and information about homeschooling.

For Nove-Ann, it is important to make other women feel that they are not alone in whatever they may be going through. "It's making a message that 'Hey, you are not alone, I am here.' Magtulungan tayo. Never be ashamed of your your weakness, of what you're going through, because you will never know, you'll be a blessing. May isang taong lang na mag-swipe sa TikTok mo, kahit na isang tao lang ang matulungan sa message mo, it would be very valuable." -- Nove-Ann Tan

Maica Teves

Maica Teves is the Executive Director of Samahan ng mga Pilipina para sa Reporma at Kaunlaran (SPARK!) Philippines. SPARK! is an NGO composed of women who are committed to help empower and elevate more women to become active partners in national development. Maica feels that there is so much that can be done each day to show support and encouragement towards other women. "I've seen time and time again the tangible results of women supporting other women, and I always say that it always starts with even simple daily interaction . There are many ways that women can empower each other - By being a role model, by offering support, celebrating each other's wins." -- Maica Teves

To know more about their advocacies, please visit wearecora.org, girlsgotgame.ph, and sparkphilippines.org.

Discover more inspiring female creators to follow on TikTok! Download the app on your iOS and Android devices today to get started.

Motorists all over the Philippines can now enjoy safer and more convenient payments as the country's top fuel companies have gone contactless and cashless with PayMaya.

Powered by the PayMaya One Device, customers of the biggest gas stations in the country including Caltex, Petron, SEAOIL, Shell, and Unioil can now scan-to-pay via PayMaya QR or tap, dip, or swipe any credit, debit, or prepaid card for a safer, more convenient, and more rewarding fuel-up experience.

And because contactless is the preferred payment option at these go-to gas stations, PayMaya is also driving up rewards every time you #ScanToPay via PayMaya QR.

By simply purchasing at least P100 worth of fuel products, you can already enjoy a 20% Balik Bayad of up to P100. You can take advantage of this exclusive treat up to three times until May 31, 2021 to enjoy as much as P300 worth Balik Bayad in total. To check out the participating stations in this promo, simply visit https://www.paymaya.com/deals/gasup2021.

PayMaya QR is truly the #BetterQR when you’re fueling up for a drive. Not only does it give customers safer and more convenient transactions, it also offers exclusive rewards. With PayMaya, you can get the best value for your money and enjoy a worry-free drive every time you hit the road.

Get more out of the cashless life with PayMaya QR today! Download the PayMaya app at https://official.paymaya.com/CAK1/425eb133 and register an account to experience the fastest, safest, and most rewarding way to pay for your purchases online and offline. For your fuel needs and more, don’t pay cash. PayMaya!  

PayMaya is the only end-to-end digital payments ecosystem enabler in the Philippines with platforms and services that cut across consumers, merchants, communities, and government. Through its enterprise business, it is the largest digital payments processor for key industries in the country including "everyday" merchants such as the largest retail, food, gas, and eCommerce merchants as well as government agencies and units.   

Through its app and wallet, PayMaya provides over 28 million Filipinos with access to financial services. Customers can conveniently pay, add money, cash out or remit through its over 200,000 digital touchpoints nationwide. Its Smart Padala by PayMaya network of over 37,000 partner agent touchpoints nationwide serves as last-mile digital financial hubs in communities, providing the unbanked and underserved with access to digital services. To know more about PayMaya's products and services, visit www.PayMaya.com or follow @PayMayaOfficial on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

One of the common phrase in Filipino that I know matches this concert of the Kilabotitos, "kung uukol, bubukol," which basically means "if its meant to be it will happen!" Just as the Kilabotitos concert, last year we attended a press con for the Kilabotitos Concert of Ogie Alcasid and Ian Veneracion, unfortunately, after the presscon, ECQ or Enhanced Community Quarantine happened.

 

Finally, they are here again and this time the concert will push through with some few adjsutments and it will be called "Virtually Yours, Kilabotitos." Supporters of Ogie and Ian will be glad despite the quarantine that we are experiencing now.

Mr. Songwriter OGIE ALCASID and MusicIAN IAN VENERACION are headlining this one of a kind concert entitled VIRTUALLY YOURS, KILABOTITOS. With two different singing styles and two different personalities, the show will present them as one in music and humor. Virtually Yours, Ki- labotitos will showcase their voices and wit. Think of it as a musical sit- com, setting a trend for experiencing a live concert in the “new normal”. 

 

The show will highlight the music of the “Tito” era with hits from the 60’s to the 90’s from icons like the Beatles, Stevie Wonder, Michael Jackson, Hall and Oates, the Police and much more. Of course, they will also highlight their individual expertise in the keyboard and guitar. Experience this at the comfort of your homes on March 26, 2021, 8pm (Manila time). The concert will be available worldwide so anyone and everyone can watch. Tickets are available at ktx.ph and priced at P1,200 (full concert plus a documentary on the making of the show). With just one ticket, your whole family can watch! 

 

Exciting right? My family definitely will watch this, especially my Mom who is a fan of Ogie and Ian. Mommies, you too can have a wonderful bonding with your family especially if you love music with this concert. 

 

Virtually Yours, Kilabotitos is presented by ALCASID TOTAL ENTERTAINMENT & ARTIST MANAGEMENT, INC (aka ATEAM) is a full service ARTIST & EVENT MANAGEMENT company, founded by singer-songwriter, host, actor and comedian Ogie Alcasid and his friends from the music, business and creative industries. With its objective to mentor, promote and enhance the creativity and artistry of FILIPINO talents without compromising commercialism and main stream possibilities, ATEAM has recognized that producing events, concerts and productions is an important way to achieve this objective. 

Virtually Yours, Kilabotitos is presented by Ateam and Frontrow. Gold partner is Katinko, with silver partners PLDT, Pascual Lab, Potencee, C-Lium, Ascof Lagundi, Oracare and Conzace. Special thanks to BugisPH and Fernandos Bakeshop

Moms are certainly #mamazing and most even possess undeniable skills like kitchen wizardry. They are known for making special, healthy, and delicious meals for the family, no matter the budget. Their cooking is so well-loved that many kids grow up comparing dishes to the ones their mothers made.

Ajinomoto Philippines Corporation (APC) is supporting moms everywhere to make more amazing meals with the Eat Well, Live Well. Stay Well cooking show. Hosted by #mamazing celebrity mom Iya Villania and chef Jose Sarasola, the 10-minute cooking show airs every Friday, at 11:20 am on GMA-7, with episodes also uploaded on the Ajinomoto Cookmunity® Facebook page.

“With our newest cooking show, we want to help moms and even any member of the household discover and make better choices for their family through simple yet delicious recipes that anyone can do at home. Through the help of Iya and Chef Jose, our #mamazing moms and homecooks can easily whip up their own nutritious and delicious dishes perfect for the family just by using the AJI-NO-MOTO® Umami Seasoning or AJI-GINISA® Flavor Seasoning Mix,” says Roann Co, APC General Manager Marketing and Public Relations.

The “Eat Well, Live Well. Stay Well” cooking show treats viewers into 13 exciting episodes, which feature different recipes fit for every meal and occasion in the household. With every episode, #mamazing moms and homecooks can learn more ways on how to use the versatility of AJI-NO-MOTO® Umami Seasoning and AJI-GINISA® in making healthy, delicious, and even low-sodium dishes.

Meanwhile, APC also launched the “I Love Ajinomoto” microsite, a virtual cookbook where moms and homecooks can share their recipes and get inspiration from their fellow kitchen wizards. To encourage them to contribute, APC rolled-out the I Love Ajinomoto contest with exciting prizes up for grabs.

To join, interested participants just need to visit iloveajinomoto.ph and share a recipe using AJI-NO-MOTO® Umami Seasoning or the AJI-GINISA®. Apart from moms, anyone in the family who is at least 18 years old can join in too. Submissions just need to include the complete recipe, a photo of the final product, and a picture of the family doing the heart gesture with the dish. Participants can even submit more than one recipe.

Each week, up to top five recipes will be featured on the Eat Well, Live Well. Stay Well cooking show on GMA-7. Senders whose recipes were shared will also receive a gift certificate and a selection of Ajinomoto products.

“We are excited for our #mamazing moms and homecooks to share their recipes and even have it featured on our Eat Well, Live Well. Stay Well cooking show. We hope that this initiative can inspire Filipino families to serve more delicious and healthy dishes for more enjoyable meal times,” adds Co.

The I Love Ajinomoto contest and Eat Well, Live Well. Stay Well cooking show are both part of APC’s Eat Well, Live Well promise, which aims to create quality products and services for good food and better health among Filipinos.

Do you have a #mamazing recipe to share? Simply visit iloveajinomoto.ph and your dish might be the next star to be featured on the Eat Well, Live Well. Stay Well cooking show!

Meanwhile, visit www.ajinomoto.com.ph and follow @mamazingmoms on Instagram for more information.

Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. topped the global TV market for the 15th consecutive year, according to market research firm, Omdia. Newly released data published recently notes that Samsung Electronics recorded 31.8% in global TV market share by revenue in Q4 2020 and retained the largest annual category market share by revenue in 2020, at 31.9%.

Samsung’s growth across the Visual Display Business reflects a commitment to the most premium at-home viewing experiences, coupled with the fast-growing QLED portfolio, category leadership in the ultra large screen segment over 75-inches, the introduction and expansion of a Lifestyle TV portfolio, and a series of industry, category and product “firsts” made possible thanks to Samsung’s constant drive for innovation.

"Consumers use screens every day to entertain, connect with loved ones, work, exercise from home and do much more. And we have seen how different lifestyles and routines have not only evolved, but converged,” said Jong-hee Han, President of Visual Display Business at Samsung Electronics. "We continue to be incredibly humbled by the trust placed in our vision and products; it is what drives our relentless pursuit to deliver cutting-edge innovation and a best-in-class screen experience that meets the needs of the modern-day consumer.”

Looking back over the last 15 years, Samsung’s innovation-led growth agenda has incorporated groundbreaking new technologies, while spanning multiple categories, reaching a wide range of consumers and use cases.

In 2021, Samsung expects to maintain its industry-leading market position with the introduction and expansion of core products and by incorporating proprietary technology and features across all TV lineups. This includes Samsung’s new Neo QLED lineup along with Samsung’s MICRO LED, Lifestyle TVs and a company-wide alignment of operations through long-term sustainability programs. Over the next few years, Samsung will continue to invest more in R&D and product development in strategic business areas to further strengthen its core and emerging technology offers.

For more information on Samsung’s TV products, please visit www.samsung.com/.

 

Sharing some news and bits about leaders and awards as we go through this pandemic. We can always learn from them to bring out the best in us. The biggest and most talk of the town recognition event from the previous year even during a pandemic is Asia Leaders Awards that was held at Inagiku, Makati Shangrila Hotel and attended by leaders who are making a difference even in this crisis we all are experiencing intending to acknowledge these leaders and to be emulated that despite this Pandemic are still and able to reach out those in need even outside their community.

The young CEO of KMV Asia Development Corporation, Arch. Kaydee Marie Velasco is the recipient of “Young CEO of the Year: Real Estate” for her success in developing multiple real estate properties and by reaching out to the Frontliners and indigents. 

The winner of this award proves that being young is not a limitation to succeed in the field of business. This award recognizes those 40s and under who play an important role in developing and improving their community, business industry, and professional arenas.

If you loved Shanti Dope in his very first single “Nadarang”, you’ll definitely fancy his latest release, his first single for 2021 --- “Ikaw”--- which is already out on Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, Deezer, and all digital stores worldwide under Universal Records.

Unlike Shanti’s most recent singles like “Teknik”, and “Normalan”, which are classic hip hop rhythm and beat, “Ikaw” is mellow in tune with its more romantic theme.

Co-written with Gyran Mondejar and Lester Paul Vano, “Ikaw” is a return to Shanti’s grassroot composition which skyrocketed him to the top of the charts and national renown.

The music is chill and soulful with lyrics that would surely titillate your romantic tendencies. Vocal collaboration with Pino G. and Jobe Nkemakolam adds flavor to this ode to everlasting love.

A few hours upon the official release of 'Ikaw' Music Video on Youtube, it has already garnered almost 68,000 views. Stream “Ikaw” on Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, Deezer, and all digital stores worldwide under Universal Records.

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Shopee, the leading e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia and Taiwan, invites Filipinos to tune in to the 3.3 Shopee Milyonaryo TV Special on GMA 7’s Tutok to Win and Shopee Live this March 3, 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM. The show will kick off Shopee’s first mega sale of the year with special celebrity appearances and big cash prizes.

Michele Gumabao and Andrea Torres will co-host alongside Shopee’s newest brand ambassador, Willie Revillame. Fans can also look forward to segments featuring Juancho Trivino and Patricia Tumulak, plus performances from Kelley Day, Ella Cruz, Julian Trono, Mark Herras, and Rodjun Cruz.

Viewers can expect an hour and a half of non-stop giveaways amounting to over ₱5,000,000 worth of prizes:

Watch & Win: Join Watch & Win for a chance to be one of the three lucky winners to get ₱50,000 in cash and ₱10,000 worth of ShopeePay credits each. Register on the Shopee app to participate. Lucky winners will get a call from Willie Revillame.

Shopee Shake: Play Shopee Shake on your phone to win cash prizes! Tune in to the show at 5:30 PM, 5:45 PM, and 6:00 PM to play. The top players for each session will get to take home ₱150,000, ₱250,000, or ₱500,000, respectively.

Shopee Milyonaryo Pera o Kahon: Want to become the next Shopee Milyonaryo? Take part in Shopee Milyonaryo Pera o Kahon by claiming a raffle code from the Shopee app from March 2, 6:30 PM until March 3, 4:00 PM. The participant with the winning raffle code will be called on-air to choose among six bags, five of which contain ₱0. Only one bag will contain the ₱1,000,000 jackpot prize.

Flash deals from brands: Catch Tutok to Win to enjoy flash deals from top brands on Shopee Mall. Get discounts from Huawei, realme, Vivo, Lactum, Enfagrow, SC Johnson, Domino’s, and Bonchon, all available during the TV special.

Performances from top entertainers: Watch today’s hottest performers such as Kelley Day, Andrea Torres, Ella Cruz, Julian Trono, Mark Herras, Rodjun Cruz, Philippine Island Assassins, and Urban Crew try to outdance each other during the Dance Showdown.

The Shopee 3.3 - 4.4 Mega Shopping Sale, which runs until April 4, 2021, will feature up to 70% off on authentic brands from Shopee Mall, such as Havaianas Philippines, Huggies Philippines, Realme, P&G Beauty, Pampers, Nestlé, Garnier, Enfagrow, Unilever Beauty, Vivo, and Xiaomi.

For more information on the best deals during the 3.3 - 4.4 Mega Sale, visit https://shopee.ph/m/3-3.

Don't forget to shop, buy load, and pay bills with ShopeePay to enjoy discounts and rewards. Top up at least ₱300 on March 2 for a chance to win ₱20,000! Check out https://shopee.ph/m/shopeepay-3-3-top-up-promo for more details.

Download the Shopee app for free via the App Store or Google Play.