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AI Visibility Expert Cyrus Santiago Urges Evidence-Based Discussion on Proposed Pax Silica AI and Semiconductor Hub PHILIPPINES – July 24, 2026 : AI Visibility and Implementation Expert Cyrus Santiago is encouraging Filipinos to evaluate the proposed Pax Silica AI and Semiconductor Hub using verified information and credible sources rather than unverified online narratives. As public discussion continues to grow around the proposed 1,600-hectare development in New Clark City, Santiago has released an infographic titled "Pax Silica: Facts Over Fiction," summarizing information presented during a recent briefing by BCDA President and CEO Engr. Joshua Bingcang. The infographic addresses several of the most common claims circulating on social media regarding the project's water supply, energy requirements, land use, environmental impact, and intended purpose. "Projects of this scale naturally attract public attention and debate," Santiago said. "That is both ex...

 As autonomous mobility moves from controlled testing environments toward commercial applications, the value of the industry is increasingly being measured not only by the vehicles on the road, but also by the operational platforms working behind them. For  Carziqo , an autonomous mobility technology company focused on intelligent driving systems, smart fleet operations, driverless ride-hailing and connected mobility services, the vehicle represents only the most visible part of a much larger operating network. Behind each autonomous trip is a coordinated system responsible for vehicle dispatch, route planning, remote supervision, energy management, maintenance scheduling, safety review, service verification and fleet performance analysis. Carziqo believes that it is this operational infrastructure—rather than the vehicle alone—that creates sustainable platform value. From individual vehicles to an operating network A conventional vehicle generally creates value when it is sol...

    QUEZON CITY, Philippines —Bescost Printing has introduced a glow-in-the-dark evacuation plan printing and installation service designed to help businesses comply with Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) fire safety requirements. The service includes UV-printed photoluminescent evacuation plans with acrylic or sintraboard mounting, optional installation, and fast production to support offices, warehouses, retail stores, and commercial establishments preparing for fire safety inspections. Under Philippine fire safety regulations, business establishments are required to display evacuation plans as part of the Fire Safety Inspection Certificate (FSIC) process. The new service provides businesses with professionally printed photoluminescent evacuation plans intended to remain visible during power interruptions and emergency situations. Premium Photoluminescent Evacuation Plans, Ready in Days Bescost Printing's evacuation plan service uses premium photoluminescent stickers with high...

   The inaugural 6200 BookFest concluded its three-day run last July 19, bringing together publishers, authors, booksellers, readers, and creatives in Dumaguete City.  Filled with book launches, literary discussions, workshops, performances, and publishing initiatives, the festival was held from July 17 to 19 primarily at Filinvest Malls Dumaguete. Organized by the Arts and Design Collective Dumaguete (ADCD) and the Duma LitFest team in partnership with the Dumaguete City Government, the National Book Development Board (NBDB), and Futura Shores by Filinvest Land, the festival carried the theme "Across the Shores" and served as a host event for the NBDB's Philippine Book Festival in the Regions initiative. It is also the first regional book fair of its kind in the Negros Island Region. The festival featured a marketplace of national and independent publishers and literary organizations, including Vibal Group, 8Letters Bookstore and Publishing, Anvil Publishing, Haring Ibon...

Goldwater Capital shares how PayNow helps SMEs access funds tied up in receivables to keep operations moving and support business growth. Many business owners experience a frustrating situation. Sales are coming in. Clients are placing orders. Projects are being completed. On paper, the business is doing well. But when it's time to pay suppliers, cover payroll, or purchase inventory, cash suddenly feels tight. If this sounds familiar, you're not alone. For many SMEs, the challenge isn't a lack of revenue, it's the wait between delivering the work and actually receiving payment. A Familiar Situation for Many Business Owners Many business owners run growing trading businesses that supply products to several corporate clients. Business is steady. Orders come in regularly. Her clients are reliable and eventually pay on time. The problem is that "eventually" can mean 30, 60, or even 90 days. While waiting for payments to be released, the business still has expenses...

KasKasan Buddies (KKB), the Philippines’ #1 personal finance community with over 2 million members across platforms, is spotlighting its free mobile app as a single home base for the tools Filipinos already juggle to manage a credit card life — comparing cards, catching bank promos, tracking bills, splitting expenses with friends, and building real financial literacy. Most tools on the market do one job at a time. A bill-splitting app only splits bills. A budgeting app only tracks spending. A coupon site only lists promos. A comparison site only ranks cards. The KasKasan Buddies app was built specifically around Philippine banks and Filipino spending habits, bringing all of it into one connected home screen — instead of four different apps. EIGHT TOOLS, ONE HOME SCREEN •   Cards — a virtual card holder that lets members compare credit cards across banks like UnionBank, BPI, RCBC, Metrobank, and HSBC, track benefits like fee waivers and lounge access, and unlock NAFFL (No Annua...