Newsletter: Pentatonix and Lea Salonga hit YouTube Trending Charts with “Christmas In Our Hearts” music video

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Their rendition of a Jose Mari Chan hit is part of Pentatonix’s new album, Holidays Around The World

Pentatonix (Photo credits: Jabari Jacobs)

Filipina Broadway superstar Lea Salonga has recently joined American a cappella group Pentatonix for the music video of “Christmas In Our Hearts.”

Newsletter: Sponge Cola drops “Hometown,” a song inspired by hit K-drama Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha

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After a successful concert tour in Canada to mark their 20th anniversary as a band, Sponge Cola returns with a new single inspired by K-drama smash Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha.

Newsletter: JACKSON WANG RELEASES NEW MUSIC VIDEO “COME ALIVE”

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Singer, performer and producer Jackson Wang shares his new cinematic music video for “Come Alive” from his sophomore album MAGIC MAN (TEAM WANG records/88rising Records/Warner Records/RYCE MUSIC GROUP). The video features creative & movement directed by Jackson Wang, and is directed by Rich Lee (Billie Eilish, Eminem, Lana del Rey). The clip shows Jackson at his most captivating yet as he steps into the persona and world of MAGIC MAN. Watch the video HERE.

Newsletter: Sony Music Entertainment Philippines gives back this holiday season to Charity Rise Against Hunger with ‘Season of Giving’ Campaign

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Funding will support the collection and distribution of donated food items and relief packs to communities impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic

Filipino songstress Hazel Faith also put on an intimate performance for beneficiaries

Sony Music Entertainment Philippines and singer-songwriter Hazel Faith have partnered with charity, Rise Against Hunger, to support vulnerable communities locally impacted by food insecurity, whose situations have been exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic. 

Newsletter: Japan tech unicorn Sansan to open Global Development Center in Philippines

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Sansan, Inc., a Japanese provider of cloud-based solutions that promote digital transformation (DX) and reshape how we work, today announces the establishment of its new cutting-edge Sansan Global Development Center in Cebu, Philippines. The Center will strengthen the development of Sansan’s product functions for global markets by establishing a global-standard technology development environment. 

Newsletter: Filipino singer-songwriter Jason Marvin releases worship anthem “Gain”

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WATERWALK RECORDS, a label under Sony Music, is committed to bringing Christian music to a new, streaming generation. Crossing genre and denominational lines with songs that promote spiritual maturity and journey, the Christian record label welcomes singer-songwriter Jason Marvin as one of the latest additions to their roster, which includes faith-based acts from the Philippines and across the region.

Newsletter: Sony Music Entertainment Philippines gives back this holiday season with ‘season of giving’ campaign

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Sony Music Entertainment Philippines and popular band NOBITA have partnered with Reach Out and Feed Philippines to support local communities impacted by hunger this holiday season. 

Newsletter: Zelijah’s “Show U” music video captures the messiness and fun of an ‘actual’ party

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Filipino rapper-producer Zelijah hits a sweet spot between peak-club trendiness and experimentation on his new single “Show U”—out via Sony Music Entertainment. 

Newsletter: SB19 and NOBITA put their own spin on The Eraserheads’ iconic anthems

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To commemorate the success of The Eraserheads’ reunion concert, top OPM acts such as SB19 and NOBITA have put their own unique spin on the supergroup’s beloved classics.

Newsletter: P-Pop star Mona Gonzales shows global potential with debut single “Always Remember”

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Sony Music Entertainment and ShowBT Philippines Corp., the entertainment company responsible for the breakthrough of award-winning boyband SB19, are set to launch another P-Pop star with immense global potential.

Newsletter: Folk-pop artist syd hartha links up with hip-hop sensation kiyo on new single “3:15”

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Acclaimed singer-songwriter syd hartha puts her eclecticism on full display with the release of her new single "3:15"—out today via Sony Music Entertainment.

Newsletter: ‘Before being the best athlete, I need to be a better person’ -- EJ Obiena

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27-year-old Filipino Olympic pole vaulter EJ Obiena shares his story of strength and resilience on the road to become Asia's best -- from overcoming stigma in the sport, to balancing his heart and mind as he dreams of bringing the Philippines glory in the sport that he loves.

 

The Scene Around: Tunog at Letra Music Festival

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It was a Saturday full of festivities around the metro. The same date of November 26 featured a lot of music events – both big and small – that instantly captivates the listening public. There was a single launch of Agaw Agimat, a Blaster bar tour, an Autotelic anniversary show, and a concert that featured six notable women in the OPM rock industry. 

Newsletter: Ben&Ben delivers a love song that is unapologetically bare in its messaging on “Dear”

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After bagging five wins including Album of the Year at the recently concluded Awit Awards 2022, Ben&Ben returns with a new single that captures the essence of romantic love without forcing or expecting anything in return.

Newsletter: Cherise Katriel, Cola Cabalcar and Alyn pull weight on the essence of Christmas with joint single “Pinakapasko”

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Christmas songs have held a unique place in people’s hearts—thanks to its inherent capacity to promote goodwill and generosity without expecting anything in return.

Newsletter: Rules for safe online shopping

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Here are some simple tips to protect your funds from fraudsters, phishers, and carders when shopping online

Online shopping is a part of all our lives, and many can no longer imagine their daily routine without it. A couple of clicks, and a delivery guy is already bringing pizza or dog food straight to your door, while movie tickets arrive straight into your inbox. This calls for more, not less vigilance: it’s not only online stores and services that are after your money, but scammers forever scheming how to pick your pocket. Today we talk about cybercriminal tricks and how to protect your funds when shopping online.

Newsletter: Space-Ta hosts a listening party for the release of his retro-futuristic album, Flight of the White Rekusasu

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Electronic avant-pop artist Space-Ta threw a listening party at Whitespace Manila on November 18, 2022 to celebrate the upcoming release of his full-length debut album, Flight of the White Rekusasu.

Newsletter: ASEAN-India Music Festival 2022 stuns audience with rich musical traditions and cross-cultural showcases

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Heralded as a game-changer that aims to strengthen diplomatic ties and promote cultural exchanges, ASEAN-India Music Festival 2022 delivered an astounding comeback that not only presented resilience during the time of the pandemic, but also championed shared histories and traditions among the participating partner-nations.

 

Newsletter: Power Mac Center launches ‘Presence and Presents’ holiday campaign

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This holiday season, Power Mac Center (PMC) is inviting everyone to celebrate by making time for the people they treasure the most. Because showing up means showing love, the Apple Premium Reseller supports customers by launching its holiday promos and a special short film competition, wherein it will be giving away a brand-new iPhone 14 and more.

The Rundown Slam: MWF Noche Buena 2022

12/15/2022 01:48:29 PM

The year 2022 has seen a massive resurgence from the Philippine wrestling scene. From late 2021's online-only show, a tournament which saw a collaboration among the country's three wrestling promotions, and the full-blown rebirth of live events which involves World Underground Wrestling, a startup Filipino Pro Wrestling, and the now long-standing Manila Wrestling Federation, which just had its first physical and king-sized year-ending show since 2018 (or at least, before the Aksyonovela TV tapings took over in place of MWF's big shows in late 2019).

Newsletter: M1LDL1FE, Kindred, Munimuni, Lola Amour and more to perform at this year’s GNN Year End Party

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After bringing Indonesian folk-pop superstar Pamungkas to Manila and staging a sold-out concert at Solaire featuring some of the most iconic women in Pinoy rock, GNN Entertainment ends the year on a festive note with their annual year-end festival happening at 123 Block in Mandala Park, Mandaluyong City, on December 17, 2022 (Saturday), from 3 p.m. onwards.

Newsletter: Smart, in collaboration with P.I. Works, won the APAC Operator Award for Best Example of Automation Deployment at the Futurenet Asia Awards 2022

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PLDT's wireless subsidiary Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart), in collaboration with P.I. Works, won the APAC Operator Award for Best Example of Automation Deployment at the recently held FutureNet Asia Event in October 2022. 

Newsletter: J-POP SUPERSTAR DUO YOASOBI’S NEW ENGLISH LANGUAGE EP E-SIDE 2 OUT NOW

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One of Japan’s fastest rising J-Pop acts YOASOBI’s much-anticipated English language EP, E-Side 2, is out now; available to stream/purchase HERE. The EP is the follow up to last year’s beloved E-Side, the group’s first ever English language release. 

Newsletter: Singapore-based artist Naomi G releases brooding alt-R&B track “Delirium”

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Singaporean experimental pop artist Naomi G has finally released “Delirium,” the titular track off her upcoming album to be released soon.

Newsletter: Ace Banzuelo explores grief and romantic disintegration on his new song “Kulang”

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2022 has been a stellar year for Filipino singer-songwriter/producer Ace Banzuelo with his emotional single "Muli" breaking through the mainstream pop consciousness two years after it was released—thanks to its relatable lyrics and vibey, electro-ballad sound. After trending significantly on TikTok, the song launched Banzuelo into the spotlight, unmovable at the top of the Spotify Philippines and YouTube Philippines Trending charts for an extended period of time.

Newsletter: Hazel Faith reinvents Christmas songs with technicolored glow in new bop “Pasko Kasama Mo”

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Filipina songstress Hazel Faith spreads the joy of the Yuletide season with the release of her upbeat Christmas tune “Pasko Kasama Mo” via WATERWALK RECORDS and Sony Music Entertainment.

Revisiting the holiday experience with technicolored bounce, funky chords, and ‘80s city pop lilt, “Pasko Kasama Mo” finds the rising phenom bringing back the gilded memories of Christmas while reminding listeners why it’s the best time of the year.

Newsletter: PH Women’s Football team captain Tahnai Annis advocates “me time”, staying grounded

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As the Philippine National Women’s Football team continue to prepare for their stint in the FIFA Women’s World Cup in 2023, team captain Tahnai Annis joined the #BetterToday “Power Move Project” conversations on mental resilience and her love for football.

The Rundown Slam: WWE Survivor Series: War Games

12/09/2022 10:39:54 AM

WWE Survivor Series 2022. Image from DAZN News UK

This has been perhaps one of the unexpected twists since Triple H took over as one of the top executives of World Wrestling Entertainment. A rare time of having a non-traditional tag team elimination match for an event that is annually known for such. Really?!

Newsletter: Reverb Worship Wins Best Inspirational Song, Best Music Video at 44th Catholic Mass Media Awards

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Reverb Worship’s inspirational songs stirred the hearts of listeners and took home major recognitions at this year’s Catholic Mass Media Awards (CMMA).

Newsletter: Acronis Brings Machine Intelligence and New Automation Toolset for MSPs to Deliver Better Customer Experience & Business Continuity

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Live from their annual #CyberFit Summit, Acronis, the global leader in Cyber Protection, today announces strategic updates to its Acronis Cyber Protect Cloud platform with a new product, Advanced Automation and innovative developments including the addition of Machine Intelligence (MI) to its Advanced Management solution. 

Newsletter: Filipino alt soul/rock outfit of Mercury welcomes edginess with youthful exuberance on full-length debut album, CHANGIN’

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Filipino alternative soul/rock outfit of Mercury has finally dropped their debut studio album, CHANGIN’ via Sony Music Entertainment.

Newsletter: Sugar Hiccup, Wolfgang alums form alt-rock supergroup The Mellow Dees, releases debut single “Lamán”

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Unlikely collaborators Melody del Mundo (erstwhile singer for Sugar Hiccup), Wolf Gemora (former drummer for Wolfgang), and guitar whiz Robin Nievera (who’s now chosen to go by the mononym Nievera) have put out new music together as The Mellow Dees. 

Newsletter: PLDT, Smart, SK Federation Butuan break stigma, encouraging youth mental health conversations

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(Photo from SK Federation Butuan) PLDT, Smart and SK Federation Butuan organize a mental health awareness seminar for Butuanon youth to normalize conversations on mental health.

PLDT and its wireless arm Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart) recently partnered with the Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) Federation of Butuan City, supporting their Mental Health Awareness Seminar. Through PLDT and Smart’s Better Today program, the companies invited longtime mental health co-champion Riyan Portuguez, more popularly known as “Your Millennial Psychologist”, to engage the youth in discussing "The Science of Self-care”. 

Newsletter: K-POP BOY BAND XDINARY HEROES HAS RELEASED THEIR SOPHMORE MINI ALBUM, OVERLOAD VIA JYP ENTERTAINMENT/THE ORCHARD

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K-Pop boy band Xdinary Heroes has released their mini album, Overload and has shared the video to the focus track “Hair Cut” via JYP Entertainment/The Orchard – listen/stream + watch/share.

Newsletter: Pentatonix and Lea Salonga spread holiday cheers with their rendition of “Christmas In Our Hearts”

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American pop group Pentatonix lights up the holiday season with the release of their sixth album, Holidays Around The World—out via RCA Records.

Newsletter: 88rising announces Jessi alongside SB19, Denise Julia and more to the Lineup of Upcoming Head In The Clouds Festival in Manila

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88rising today unveils the surprise announce of international artist Jessi to the lineup of Head In The Clouds Music & Arts Festival in Manila. Last week, August 08, Denise Julia, Manila Killa and SB19 were revealed as additional artists on Head In The Clouds Manila social profiles with a final artist name “????” yet to be revealed, until now. 

Newsletter: “Ignore the noise, bounce back stronger,” advise PLDT High Speed Hitters on #Better Today

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PLDT High Speed Hitters middle blockers Mika Reyes and Jessey De Leon arrived at the gym in their practice uniform, smiling and energetic despite the midday heat to sit down for a conversation on mental health and sports for #BetterToday’s Power Move Project. 

 

Newsletter: ALL-ORIGINAL FILIPINO CHRISTMAS BALLET, PUSO NG PASKO PREMIERES THIS CHRISTMAS SEASON

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Celebrate our Filipino Christmas traditions with PUSO NG PASKO as it lights up the CCP Main Theater Stage from Dec. 2-4.

Newsletter: Persona 3 Portable has been remastered for the first time in 13 years!

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Persona 3 Portable was released on the PlayStation® Portable in 2009. It was the first game in the series that allowed players to choose the gender of the main character. Persona 3 has been adapted into several different media, including a four-part movie series in 2013, and has enjoyed substantial popularity. Now, this beloved title has been remastered for the first time since its release 13 years ago. Enjoy a year as a member of the Specialized Extracurricular Execution Squad (SEED) on the latest platforms.

Newsletter: Peaceful Gemini finds her way towards introspection and healing on her 4-track EP, Leo Rising

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Filipina rapper-songwriter Peaceful Gemini has released a new EP shaped by her personal experiences, ideas, and beliefs. 

Newsletter: Clockenflap is Back! Hong Kong’s Biggest International Outdoor Music and Arts Festival Returns After a Three-year Hiatus

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Clockenflap, Hong Kong’s biggest international outdoor music and arts festival, announced the news that fans have been waiting to hear: the legendary event is returning to Central Harbourfront in March 2023. Following a three-year hiatus, the much-loved festival is 100% confirmed to take place from Friday 3 to Sunday 5 March 2023.

Newsletter: Acronis Disrupts Market with Announcement of New, Simplified MSP-class EDR Solution

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Live from their annual #CyberFit Summit, Acronis, the global leader in Cyber Protection, introduces its new product, Acronis Advanced Security + EDR for Acronis Cyber Protect Cloud. Advanced Security + EDR delivers an innovative approach to effective threat detection, containment and remediation by reducing the complexity present in other EDR solutions.

Newsletter: TNT Tropang Giga Kelly Williams and Ryan Reyes join Better Today conversations on mental health

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“Small steps are better than no steps.”

This is what TNT Tropang Giga cagers Kelly Williams and Ryan Reyes emphasized when they sat down with PLDT and Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart) for a conversation on mental resilience for #BetterToday.

Newsletter: Reinvent the past and retake the future in The Brothers’ War

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The second chapter of Magic: The Gathering’s multi-set arc reveals the true story behind a feud that shaped the Multiverse

Wizards of the Coast will release The Brothers’ War, the latest set for the world’s best trading card game, Magic: The Gathering. The second installment to the four-part Phyrexian storyline and the first standard set to incorporate Universes Beyond with Transformers, The Brothers’ War depicts the events of one of the most nostalgic and world-defining moments in Magic’s history. The set contains 287 cards and releases on tabletop on 18 November. Fans from the Philippines, Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, and Indonesia will have the opportunity to receive limited-edition Token collectables when they purchase products from this set. 

Newsletter: RICH BRIAN UNVEILS NEW SINGLE & MUSIC VIDEO “VIVID” FEATURING $NOT

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Indonesian rapper, singer, and producer Rich Brian unveils a new single and music video entitled “VIVID” featuring Florida rapper $NOT out now via 88rising/Warner Records. 

Listen to “VIVID” HERE and watch the music video HERE.

Newsleter: Acronis promotes Katya Ivanova to Chief Sales Officer

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Acronis, a global leader in cyber-protection, announced the promotion of Katya Ivanova as its new Chief Sales Officer to lead the Acronis sales organization globally. Ivanova is a recognized multi-national sales leader with experience in APAC, Europe and the Middle East, North America, and LATAM markets. Most recently, Ivanova managed over 300 professionals as Vice President Worldwide Inside Sales, Acronis. 

Newsletter: The Award-Winning Persona 4 Golden is Now Available on the Latest Platforms!

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Persona 4 Golden was released on the PlayStation® Vita in 2012. It is one of the most acclaimed titles in the Persona series, achieving a score of 93 on Metacritic and winning numerous game awards. A Steam port was released in 2020 and has sold 1 million copies worldwide so far. With improved playability, it will now be available on the latest platforms!

Newsletter: Smart backs Omega CODM preps for Worlds

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PLDT’s wireless unit Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart) is backing its professional esports team, Smart Omega Call of Duty Mobile for the World Championships happening in December in Raleigh, USA.

Newsletter: IVAN the Selfie Magician “It’s not real, It’s Magic” celebrates 18 years of Magic on December 3 at the PETA THEATER

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Indulge your imagination beyond its limits. Ignite your curiosity with amazement and wonder as incredible illusions and reality collide. 

Newsletter: JOJI RELEASES NEW ALBUM SMITHEREENS – OUT VIA 88RISING; ANNOUNCES HEADLINE ARENA TOUR DATES AT MADISON SQUARE GARDEN AND THE KIA FORUM NEXT SPRING

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Chart-topping artist Joji’s highly-anticipated new album SMITHEREENS is out via longtime label 88rising (full tracklist below). In celebration of the release and coming off the heels of his immensely successful SMITHEREENS Tour that sold over 120,000 tickets, Joji announces two headlining arena dates at Madison Square Garden in New York and The Kia Forum in Los Angeles, the largest venues he’s played to date in the US next Spring, May 6th and 13th. He also announces a headline show at the iconic Gunnersbury Park in London on August 17th. 

MWF Noche Buena '22 features clash of PH's wrestling pioneers for MWF Championship!

11/21/2022 01:03:30 PM

If you're looking for something to watch for the coming Yuletide season, how about some brand-new experience that is watching a professional wrestling show? Because Manila Wrestling Federation returns its iteration of the annual Christmas combat event, Noche Buena, this December at the PETA Theater Center.

Newsletter" Singaporean-Filipino artist Ysa Yaneza seizes the spotlight on self-titled debut EP, YSA

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After getting noticed for her empowering electronic pop/R&B anthems, Singaporean Filipina artist Ysa Yaneza is ready to step into the spotlight with the release of her self-titled debut EP, YSA.

Newsletter: Smart powers The SM Store’s Supermonth Blowout with great deals on load

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Leading mobile services provider Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart) is supporting The SM Store’s Supermonth Blowout with great deals on Smart prepaid load. 

Newsletter: Acronis Releases Unique, Turn-Key Data Loss Prevention Solution

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Acronis, global leader in cyber protection, released a new Advanced Data Loss Prevention (DLP) pack for Acronis Cyber Protect Cloud, a game-changing solution that shields managed service providers (MSPs) and businesses of all sizes, from data leakage. Drawing from decades-long experience enabling MSPs in data protection, this expansion resolves the main obstacles hindering broader adoption of DLP solutions: grueling months of roll-out and cumbersome, ongoing administration by highly skilled teams.

Newsletter: Global superstar Meghan Trainor releases fourth full-length album, Takin’ It Back

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GRAMMY® Award-winning, global superstar Meghan Trainor has released her anxiously awaited fourth full-length album, Takin’ It Back, via Epic Records and Sony Music Entertainment. This time around, she made a conscious decision to hark back to the signature sound she introduced on her 2015 full-length debut, TITLE, and bring it forward to today. Listen HERE.