Reader Advisory

Some articles posted in The SlickMaster's Files may contain themes, languages, and content which may neither appropriate nor appealing to certain readers. READER DISCRETION is advised.

02 June 2021

01 June 2021

Kaspersky statement on targeted ransomware: how companies can protect themselves

05/22/2021 12:30:59 PM


Author's Note: Kasperksy has released a statement following the recent attack on an insurance giant’s IT operations inside the Southeast Asia region. 

Read below to see how Yeo Siang Tiong, Kaspersky's general manager for SEA, pilots Kaspersky's reaction and call to action following this incident.

*****

31 May 2021

McDonald's introduces the new Minions-driven fries and caramel shake

05/27/2021 05:27:46 AM


McDonald's Philippines is introducing its latest offering, the all-Minions-approved limited-edition Banana Caramel Shake and Garlic Cheddar McFlavor Fries! 

30 May 2021

Kaspersky launches wellness campaign 'Pain In The Neck'

05/22/2021 11:32:18 AM

Kaspersky has recently announced its campaign “Pain in the Neck” as it explores users' attitudes when it comes to updating their devices.

28 May 2021

Martin Garrix works with Bono and The Edge for new song 'We Are The People'

05/16/2021 04:14:17 PM

photo cred Louis van Baar

Martin Garrix
has recently teamed up with U2's Bono and The Edge for We Are The People, his new song out via Sony Music. The song will also serve as the theme song for the upcoming UEFA campaign this June.

27 May 2021

Kaspersky advises local finance sector to improve threat intelligence

05/16/2021 01:40:45 PM


As digital money transactions soaring high during this ongoing pandemic period, the financial sectors need to take a critical look at their integrated security and improve their threat intelligence capabilities.

Cybersecurity company Kaspersky told the statement in their recent press release.
“For the large majority of cybercriminals, easy money is the prime motivator. And the financial sector is uniquely positioned to be a target of attacks regardless of season because it’s always where the money is. The growth of digital financial services in the Philippines, like in other parts of the region, is creating new and heightened risks for both service users and service providers. In this case, technology will be the game-changer,” said Yeo Siang Tiong, General Manager for Southeast Asia, Kaspersky.

26 May 2021

Sponge Cola's latest music video features two puppies in a romantic affair

05/16/2021 02:49:07 PM


Sponge Cola has recently released its music video for the newest song “Labis-Labis,” and it featured two puppies.

Sponge Cola's latest MV on YouTube stars two puppies – the two-year-old poodle Alex, and six-year-old mixed-breed aspin Jamie – showing unadulterated romance from the perspective of pets. 

24 May 2021

SB19 honors their parents in new song, 'MAPA'

05/17/2021 10:44:26 PM


Following their nomination at the 2021 Billboard Music Awards,  SB19 showed some love to their parents with their new song “MAPA.”

23 May 2021

Kaspersky, Endtab.org stage free online course about combating doxing

05/17/2021 09:27:42 PM


Kaspersky and Endtab.org have recently staged a free online course that deals with digital hygiene and mindful communication – specifically, defend against doxing. 

22 May 2021

Newsletter: InvestHK launches StartmeupHK Festival 2021 and unveils exciting line-up of partner events

05/22/2021 12:59:49 PM


Author's Note: The Hong Kong-based yearly start-up events will once again take place by the near end of the month. 

This week-long summit would see startups from various industries come together for a series of functions and initiatives. Learn more about how this virtual-operated extravaganza can be a unique opportunity to hear from world-leading industry players and learn about Hong Kong’s thriving startup ecosystem in the press release below. 

*****

21 May 2021

Ben&Ben drops new single, 'Magpahinga'

05/16/2021 10:59:18 AM


A week after releasing its first single off their upcoming sophomore album, Ben&Ben just released Magpahinga, their newest single that offer words of genuine compassion and encouragement to every person out there who might be going through a lot in these difficult times.

20 May 2021

McDonald's offers discounted price on favorite burgers on the Lucky Ride Promo!

05/16/2021 09:34:39 AM

As cliché as it sounds, 'if there's a wheel, there's a way.'

And this is more evident for McDonald's Drive Thru service wherein lucky customers might enjoy their favorite burgers with big discounts with McDonald’s Lucky Ride Promo for three Saturdays of this month.

19 May 2021