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   As cities confront worsening congestion, rising transport costs, and growing demand for accessible mobility, Carziqo is positioning intelligent fleet technology as part of a more connected urban transportation future. For more than a century, urban transportation has largely depended on privately owned vehicles, conventional taxis, buses, and rail systems. But advances in artificial intelligence, vehicle connectivity, and automated driving are introducing another possibility: fleets of robotaxis capable of responding to passenger demand without relying on a traditional driver. Robotaxis—vehicles designed to provide on-demand transportation using automated driving technology—remain at different stages of testing, regulation, and commercialization worldwide. Yet their potential impact extends well beyond removing the driver from the front seat. If deployed responsibly, they could change how vehicles are dispatched, how streets are designed, and even how city residents think a...

  As artificial intelligence, connected vehicles, and cloud-based fleet management reshape transportation, emerging mobility platforms are exploring how shared access can move beyond traditional ride-hailing. MANILA — The shared economy is entering a new phase—one increasingly defined not only by people sharing homes, vehicles, and services, but also by intelligent systems coordinating physical assets in real time. Artificial intelligence, automated dispatch, connected vehicles, digital payments, and cloud-based fleet management are beginning to change how transportation resources are deployed and accessed. Carziqo, an autonomous mobility technology company, is positioning itself within this shift by developing a platform focused on intelligent driving systems, smart fleet operations, driverless ride-hailing, and connected mobility services. The development comes as the Philippines’ digital economy continues to expand. Preliminary data from the Philippine Statistics Authority showe...

  SAN JUAN, Ilocos Sur — The Asia Society for Social Improvement and Sustainable Transformation (ASSIST) held the second leg of the ANNAKKO Talent Show 2026 in San Juan, Ilocos Sur, part of a year-long program working to prevent child labor in farming communities. The event brought together 20 young performers from public elementary and high schools across the area. ANNAKKO is ASSIST’s flagship program that directly addresses the persistent issue of child labor in small-scale farming communities, where families often rely on unpaid labor from household members, including children, to keep farms running. The program distinguishes this from child work—light, age-appropriate tasks that support a child’s development without compromising their health, safety, or education. In contrast, child labor deprives children of their childhood, interferes with their ability to attend regular school, and is mentally, physically, socially, or morally harmful- risks that are particularly prevalent...

   The press release explains how Payoneer supports Philippine businesses, freelancers, BPOs, and ecommerce companies managing international payments. It covers currency conversion, bank transfers, withdrawals, account verification, customer support, B2B payment methods, and PayPal vs. Payoneer considerations. Payoneer in the Philippines: Cross-Border Payments Become Critical as Local Businesses Go Global The Philippines has become an important hub for businesses serving customers around the world. From outsourcing and IT services to freelancing, ecommerce, and professional services, Philippine businesses increasingly generate revenue from international markets. But winning a global client is only part of the equation. Businesses also need reliable ways to receive payments, manage currencies, pay international partners, and maintain control over their cash flow. This is making cross-border payments an increasingly important part of the growth strategy for Philippine businesse...

 The new Cebu clinic combines Dr. Borres-Eramis' experience in Manila with personalized treatment planning, physician-led care, and surgical and non-surgical aesthetic procedures under one practice. D'Sculpt Face & Body Center, a new clinic specializing in advanced aesthetic medicine and cosmetic surgery, has officially opened in Cebu City under the leadership of Dr. Donna Borres Eramis, a board-certified cosmetic surgeon who has spent years honing her craft in Manila's leading aesthetic practices. Dr. Donna completed her training and graduated from the Philippine Academy of Aesthetic Surgery (PAAS) and passed the board exam given by the Philippine Federation of Cosmetic Surgeons (PFCS). She is one of very few board-certified female cosmetic surgeons practicing in Cebu City, a distinction earned through years of rigorous surgical training, peer-reviewed assessment, and adherence to the highest ethical standards in the field. A Cebuana Surgeon Comes Home A Cebu native, D...

LandValuePH combines published BIR zonal values, location information and available market listings into an initial estimate of what a property may be worth — for owners preparing to sell, buy, inherit or negotiate. Most Filipino property owners can describe their land precisely — the size, the barangay, the road it sits on. Far fewer can say what it is worth. The question comes up at the worst possible moments: when a buyer makes an offer, when a family divides inherited property, when a broker suggests an asking price. And the usual answers are unsatisfying. A neighbour's sale price may not apply. A listing site shows what sellers are asking, not what buyers paid. And the government's published figure, the BIR zonal value, is a tax reference rather than a market estimate. LandValuePH is built for the step before a decision gets made. The platform starts with the published BIR zonal value for a location — a figure most owners have never looked up, because finding it means iden...

HREX 2026, the Philippines' first dedicated expo for human resources solutions, will launch on September 22–23, 2026, at the SMX Convention Center. Anchored on the theme 'AI, Workforce Solutions & Beyond,' the event brings together leading local and international vendors, cutting-edge technology, and top thought leaders to reshape the country's workplace management. The premier expo is supported by the People Management Association of the Philippines (PMAP). MANILA, Philippines, August 27, 2026 – The Philippines is set to mark a significant milestone in its corporate history with the launch of HREX 2026, the nation’s first-ever dedicated expo for human resources solutions. Taking place on September 22–23, 2026, at the SMX Convention Center in Pasay City, Metro Manila, the landmark event will convene top local and international AI and workforce solution providers under one roof to showcase the next generation of talent management technology. Meeting the Demands of a ...