Author: PhilSTAR Tech Team

Digital Edge (Singapore) Holdings Pte. Ltd. (“Digital Edge”) has announced that its NARRA1 data center in Manila, which opened in early 2023, has won an award for Innovation in Energy Efficiency, Southeast Asia, at the recent W.Media Asia Pacific Cloud & Data Center Awards. The award recognizes the company’s efforts to pioneer groundbreaking cooling technology to achieve market leading levels of energy and water efficiency and demonstrates the growing prominence of the Philippines in the region’s digital infrastructure landscape.   One of the challenges of building data centers in the Philippines is its hot and humid climate, which makes cooling a key operational issue and has a…

Fifteen-month-old GoTyme Bank is bullish on reaching profitability even faster than TymeBank South Africa, significantly ahead of South Africa on all key metrics over the same time period. Proof that the phygital model is securing its rightful place in the evolving banking landscape, Singapore-based global digital banking group Tyme, the parent company of Philippines’ GoTyme Bank, achieves an annualized revenue run rate of US$160 million in 2023, while its flagship South African operation TymeBank becomes the world’s fastest profitable standalone digital bank. While a study by global consultancy Simon-Kuchor found that fewer than 5 percent of digital banks around the…

Smart subscribers have one more reason to celebrate the new year as mobile services provider Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart) has teamed up with Union Bank of the Philippines (UnionBank) to bring more exclusive rewards to subscribers with their new UnionBank Credit Card. Under this exciting partnership, qualified Smart Prepaid subscribers will receive a P2,000 Welcome Gift with their new UnionBank Rewards Credit Card, while qualified Smart Postpaid and Smart Infinity subscribers will receive a P5,000 Welcome Gift with their new UnionBank Rewards, UnionBank Miles+, or UnionBank Reserve Credit Card. Eligible subscribers can make the most of this exclusive Welcome Gift…

In the competitive business landscape, where capturing audience attention is crucial year-round, Canva steps in with its AI-powered Magic Studio. This empowering tool is designed to help entrepreneurs and businesses to create visually stunning assets that make a lasting impact. The Canva Magic Studio serves as a year-round creative companion, saving people time and effort while bringing their ideas to life. Whether one is developing promotional content, custom designs, or eye-catching visuals, the Canva Magic Studio has all the tools they need. Magic Design facilitates crafting custom, attention-grabbing content in seconds, generating art tailored to individual preferences without the need…

Xiaomi today announced its collaboration with ‘BamBam Kunpimook’, also known as BamBam from GOT7, as the first ambassador for Xiaomi Southeast Asia at its latest ‘Redmi Note 13 Series’ launch event in Thailand’s capital city, Bangkok. Watch: Bambam of the Kpop group Got7 shares photos of his cats at the launch of the Redmi Note 13 series in Bangkok, Thailand. Xiaomi is well-recognized for being a world-leading technology brand that designs and manufactures smartphones and various AIoT devices for everyone including the new generation who have outstanding lifestyles and being self-assured. This collaboration is inspired by the concept of ‘Every…

Xiaomi today introduced the Redmi Note 13 Series at a launch event in Bangkok, Thailand. This exciting new series features five devices that further elevate the popular Redmi Note range: Redmi Note 13 Pro+ 5G, Redmi Note 13 Pro 5G, Redmi Note 13 Pro, Redmi Note 13 5G, and Redmi Note 13. With significant upgrades to camera system, design, display and processor, Redmi Note 13 Series continues to close the gap between mid-range and flagship-level smartphones, delivering all-star durability, fantastic experience, and impressive imaging capability – all at reasonable prices. Make every shot iconic with Redmi Note 13 Series’ upgraded…

CHERRY Cares, the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) arm of CHERRY Philippines, has embraced a commitment to support local animal shelters through its project Pa-Help Paw.The special project Pa-Help Paw started in December of 2021. It strives to promote animal welfare by giving food, medications, CHERRY Pet products, and other necessities to predetermined animal rescue agencies and recipients.At the core of CHERRY Cares’ initiatives lies a genuine concern for our four-legged friends. By reaching out to San Mateo Municipal Pound and House of Strays, the company has taken significant steps to address the growing challenges faced by these shelters. Dog food,…

Millions of Android users around the world are set to enjoy an even better experience from mobile to the home as Google announces significant updates designed to enhance user experience and connectivity at this year’s CES. Focusing more seamless device interactions, these updates build upon the improvements introduced last year. Here are the big updates that are coming to Android: These updates will automatically roll out on all compatible Android devices soon, so people need only wait for them to enjoy a better digital lifestyle powered by Google.

In a nation where merely 2% of the population has access to life insurance, the Philippines grapples with one of the lowest insurance penetration rates in Asia. This is rooted in factors such as low financial literacy, misconceptions about insurance, and economic hurdles—particularly in remote areas and lower-income communities. However, the widespread availability of mobile phones and internet connectivity in the Philippines provides a unique opportunity for change. At the forefront of addressing these challenges is Etiqa Philippines, the country’s leading insurtech advocate. With over 60 years of experience, Etiqa Philippines is increasingly leveraging digital solutions to overcome barriers in…

LG Electronics (LG) is set to unveil its latest lineup of UltraGear™ OLED gaming monitors, designed to provide superior gaming experiences. The expanded lineup includes the highly anticipated 32-inch 4K gaming monitor (model 32GS95UE), which boasts a 240Hz refresh rate, an ultra-fast 0.03ms Gray-to-Gray (GtG) response time, and LG’s Dual-Hz feature and Pixel Sound technology. The company is also introducing stellar 39- and 34-inch models with ultra-wide curved screens: the 39GS95QE and the CES 2024 Innovation Award-winning 34GS95QE. The First Dual-Hz Gaming Monitor to Offer 4K 240Hz / FHD 480Hz The groundbreaking 32GS95UE is the first UltraGear monitor equipped with…