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  Keepital Philippines brings together six of the country's most promising startups, and a powerhouse IP institution, for a dedicated showcase at the World of Consumer Electronics Expo this August. The  World of Consumer Electronics Expo  (WOCEE) has long been the Philippines' most significant gathering of technology companies, manufacturers, and industry decision-makers. This August 5 to 8 at the SMX Convention Center Manila, it returns with more than 33,200 expected visitors, over 110 exhibitors, and 15,000 square meters of exhibit space. This year, Keepital Philippines is adding a new dimension to the expo. Under the dedicated Startup Pavilion, Keepital is bringing six carefully selected startups to the WOCEE floor and providing each one a curated platform to present their products, connect with buyers and investors, and reach the scale they deserve. The Exhibitors Ateneo Intellectual Property Office (AIPO) Anchoring the pavilion is the Ateneo de Manila Universi...

 The company says the new deployment will test how autonomous mobility services can operate safely and efficiently in one of the United States’ most complex urban transportation environments. Autonomous mobility technology company Carziqo has announced the expansion of its ER-MX series driverless ride-hailing operations to San Francisco, marking the latest stage in the company’s effort to build a broader intelligent transportation network across major urban markets. According to  Carziqo , the San Francisco deployment will introduce ER-MX autonomous vehicles into selected operating areas through a phased rollout. The company said the initial stage will focus on controlled service zones, system validation, real-time fleet supervision, and the collection of operational data under different traffic and road conditions. San Francisco is widely regarded as one of the most demanding environments for autonomous driving systems. Its steep streets, dense neighborhoods, frequent pedestr...

 Corebilt has strengthened its collaboration with Häfele Philippines, a local subsidiary of the Germany-based Häfele Group, to further enhance the delivery, functionality, and quality of office and commercial spaces across the country. The unique collaboration brings together the leading general contractor’s expertise in design and build, IT integration, and workplace transformation with Häfele’s globally recognized solutions in architectural hardware, fittings, lighting systems, and smart space innovations. “We want to deliver our services in the best possible way,”  Corebilt President Angela Manese said during the contract signing event held Tuesday, May 12.  “This partnership enables us to elevate the whole fit-out landscape, delivering fit-out solutions to clients better, faster, and more cost-efficient.” “Our goal is to have our products in every room,”  Häfele Philippines Managing Director Stan Hug stated.  “And it’s only possible with the right partners, ...

Gyukatsu まつ村, the Boracay-based Japanese restaurant known for its premium deep-fried beef cutlet, is expanding to BGC's Park Triangle Mall. The move follows years of demand from Manila-based customers who discovered the brand during trips to Boracay. TAGUIG CITY, Philippines. Gyukatsu まつ村 Boracay is opening its second restaurant, Gyukatsu まつ村 BGC, at Park Triangle Mall this September. The expansion marks the second restaurant under Ikigai International Restaurant OPC, the company behind the Boracay-based Japanese dining concept. According to founder Kevin Tan, the decision to open in Bonifacio Global City was driven by consistent demand from Manila-based diners rather than a broader expansion strategy. “We kept hearing the same question from guests: ‘When are you coming to Manila?’” Tan said. "It eventually became something we felt we had to answer." Since opening in Boracay, Gyukatsu まつ村 Boracay has built a loyal following among tourists and local diners, many of whom f...

Now available at MOLD Manila, SkinPen Precision uses controlled microneedling to support the skin’s natural remodeling process and improve the appearance of facial acne scars in adults aged 22 and older. MOLD Manila has introduced SkinPen Precision microneedling at its Quezon City clinics, expanding its range of non-surgical aesthetic treatments with a device cleared by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). SkinPen Precision was the first microneedling device to receive U.S. FDA clearance. The device uses sterile, single-use needle cartridges to create controlled microchannels in the skin, triggering the body’s natural wound-healing response and supporting collagen remodeling. The device is U.S. FDA-cleared to improve the appearance of facial acne scars in adults aged 22 and older. SkinPen Precision has also received U.S. FDA clearance for the improvement of neck wrinkles, expanding its applications in aesthetic skin treatments. Unlike energy-based procedures that use heat, Skin...

  MANILA, Philippines — Artificial intelligence has quickly become one of the most discussed topics in business. Yet many organizations continue to experience slow growth, inconsistent customer experiences, and operational inefficiencies despite investing in new software. According to Emerge, the issue is rarely the absence of technology. More often, businesses operate with disconnected marketing, sales, customer service, operations, and data systems that make it difficult to execute consistently. Emerge refers to this integrated approach as an AI-powered Business Growth System. Rather than positioning AI as a replacement for people, the company believes AI should strengthen human decision-making, automate repetitive work, and help teams focus on higher-value activities. The framework, known as HUGS or Humans Using Growth Systems, combines people, processes, technology, and data into a connected operating model designed to support long-term business growth. The company enco...