Newsletter: PLDT, Smart online child protection initiatives lauded in Visayas

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The government continues to recognize the child protection initiatives of PLDT Inc. (PLDT) and its wireless arm Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart) aimed at addressing online sexual abuse and exploitation of children (OSAEC). 

Newsletter: JAIN goes global with her viral smash “Makeba”

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French pop sensation JAIN is the latest addition to the international acts who have experienced resurgence in popularity, thanks to her global hit “Makeba,” which has recently peaked at No. 8 on Spotify’s Viral 50 – Philippines a few weeks ago.

Park & Jams finally happening this September 23!

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After two reschedules off two same rainy weather conditions but on different dates, Docdef Productions and Homonym are all finally set – and hopefully for the better – of its Park & Jams show that will take place later in the month at McKinley Whiskey Park in Taguig City.

Newsletter: Kaspersky cautions parents of 3 major threats to school-age children as classes open

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As classes open this month, Kaspersky reminded Filipino parents to be wary of online dangers that their school-age, internet-using children could be highly vulnerable to. 

Newsletter: Steve Aoki Announces 10th Studio Album HiROQUEST: Double Helix Out November 17 Features Collaborations With Paris Hilton, Akon, Ángela Aguilar, Danna Paola, Galantis, JJ Lin, Greeicy and more

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2x-GRAMMY-nominated artist and producer Steve Aoki announces his 10th studio LP HiROQUEST: Double Helix out November 17, 2023. Featuring collaborations with Paris Hilton, Akon, Ángela Aguilar, Danna Paola, Greeicy, Galantis, JJ Lin, Hayley Kiyoko, Galantis, Timmy Trumpet, and John Martin, the album is an extension of the genre-expanding universe Aoki introduced on 2022’s HiROQUEST: Genesis. Recorded primarily in Las Vegas and Miami, HiROQUEST: Double Helix embraces a sense of nostalgia for the early days of Aoki’s career while also pushing dance music into the future.

Newsletter: SONY MUSIC ENTERTAINMENT PHILLIPPINES ANNOUNCES PARTNERSHIP WITH INDIE LABEL OFFSHORE MUSIC

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Manila, Philippines - Sony Music Entertainment (SME) Philippines has formed a strategic partnership with Offshore Music, a Philippine-based indie label known in the country for its cutting-edge artistry and focus on creative integrity.

Newsletter: Madison Beer puts emotional depth on display with new album, Silence Between Songs

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Platinum-selling recording artist, songwriter, and producer Madison Beer has released her highly anticipated sophomore album Silence Between Songs via EPIC Records – listen HERE. Co-producing and co-writing all songs on the 14-track album, Madison worked alongside collaborators including Leroy Clampitt, One Love, Jeremy "Kinetics" Dussolliet, Fred Ball, James Francies, Tim Sommers, Lucy Healey, Harold Eugene Clark, James Roger McGuinn, and Tobias Jesso, Jr.

Newsletter: Madison Beer releases new single “Spinnin”

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Platinum-selling recording artist, songwriter, and producer Madison Beer has released her new single “Spinnin.” The smooth mid-tempo track features hypnotic guitars that build into a powerful chorus, with Madison’s ethereal vocals bringing life to the contemplative lyrics. The song was co-produced and written by Madison and Leroy Clampitt, with additional writing credits by Tim Sommers and Jeremy “Kinetics” Dussolliet.

Newsletter: September Fever to champion Filipino regional indie music with ‘Music Talks’ and ‘Showcase Festival’ programming

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Taking center stage with an electrifying twist, September Fever returns with a two-day festival that puts a spotlight on the regional independent music scenes in the Philippines.

 

Newsletter: Seniors in Cebu join PLDT, Smart and PNPh’s Digital Literacy and Mental Health Awareness Training

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PLDT Inc. and its wireless arm Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart) have partnered with the local government of Cebu City and Lapu-Lapu City, and Passerelles numériques Philippines (PNPh) in upskilling over 200 senior citizens on basic smartphone usage, internet safety, and mental health awareness.

 

Newsletter: Affyn unveils game trailer featuring theme song by Warner Music Singapore artiste J.M3

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Affyn has launched the trailer for its upcoming game Buddy Arena, which features the theme song “Pick ‘Em Up”, which is written, co-produced and performed by Warner Music Singapore’s rising artist J.M3 (pronounced as Jamie). 

Newsletter: How to avoid work-from-home scams

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There are lots of websites with tempting offers of quick and easy money working from home. But in reality, they’re likely to be from scammers looking to get gullible users to work for them for free and advertise their “business.” This article from Kaspersky demonstrates the operation principle of several such schemes and gives tips on how to avoid falling victim to them.

Newsletter: Cyber Immunity key to secure the future with AI -Kaspersky

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Can AI outsmart humans? Is ChatGPT the beginning of our Doomsday?

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has emerged as a powerful tool in the field of cybersecurity and beyond. The arrival of ChatGPT in November 2022 triggered debates and conversations on AI, as it showed the tangible effects of this neural network technology and revealed AI’s potential to disrupt industries globally.

Newsletter: Tañon Strait dolphins declining and in peril

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Researchers from the University of the Philippines - Diliman College of Science (UPD-CS) are warning that unchecked ecotourism and overfishing are threatening the cetacean biodiversity of the famous and richly diverse Tañon Strait.

A lone spinner dolphin (Stenella longirostris) plies the waters of Tañon Strait. Whereas in previous years one might spot as many as 100 individuals in a single day, only no more than 90 were spotted over a recent four-day survey. (Photo credit: UPD-CS MMRCL)

Newsletter: 3 reasons why your smartphone needs security protection NOW

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When you get a new phone, it’s automatic to look for a protective case to keep it unbreakable despite potential falls. But how about installing a security beyond antivirus to protect all the data you will store in it?

Kaspersky today shares three important reasons why mobile devices also require software protection.