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CONVENIENCE COMES WITH A COST: HOW OUR DAILY DIGITAL HABITS ARE QUIETLY OPENING DOORS FOR SCAMMERS

In a digital world designed for speed, staying secure sometimes means slowing down long enough to notice when something doesn’t feel right. By developing simple habits such as reviewing permissions, accepting useful security pauses, and treating unexpected or urgent requests with healthy skepticism, we can enjoy the convenience of modern technology without giving up control of our security.

SAMSUNG INTRODUCES GALAXY TAB S12 SERIES 

Samsung has introduced the Galaxy Tab S12 Series, composed of the Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra and Galaxy Tab S12+. The new tablets combine MediaTek Dimensity 9500 processors, Dynamic AMOLED 2X displays, Galaxy AI, bundled S Pens, up to 23 hours of battery life, IP68 protection, and productivity apps including Adobe Photoshop, Notability, Goodnotes, LumaFusion, and Notion.

EMIRATES ACCELERATES FLEET, CABIN, AND NETWORK UPGRADES FOR WINTER TRAVEL

Emirates enters the winter 2026 travel season after carrying more than 8.6 million passengers in July and August, with bookings strengthening across multiple markets. The airline is also accelerating fleet retrofits, expanding Premium Economy, adding Starlink connectivity, deploying more A350s, and growing its global network.

HONDA BRINGS ROAD SAFETY EDUCATION TO 11 SANTA ROSA PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Honda Foundation, Inc. brought its Students on Safety Program to 11 public schools in Santa Rosa, Laguna. More than 380 students aged 16 and above, along with some faculty members, joined road safety sessions led by Honda Safety Driving Center-certified instructors, combining classroom learning with practical activities on responsible road use.

XIAOMI POP RUN 2026 RETURNS OCT 24 WITH 5K AND 10K CATEGORIES

Xiaomi POP Run 2026 returns on October 24 at Parqal, Aseana City with 5K and 10K categories. REDMI Note 17 Series buyers get exclusive pre-registration from September 30 to October 5, while general registration opens October 6. This year’s event carries the theme “Run with Flow. Live with Ease

DIGICON 2026 BRINGS 2,000+ INDUSTRY LEADERS TOGETHER FOR THE AGE OF COLLABORATION

DigiCon 2026 returns on October 15–16 at the Manila Marriott Hotel, bringing together more than 2,000 marketers, creatives, technologists, business leaders, and innovators. Organized by the Digital Marketing Association of the Philippines, the 11th edition carries the theme “Interoperability: Welcome to the Age of Collaboration” and features five specialized tracks, global speakers, panels, immersive sessions, and a live debate.

PH BUSINESSES EMBRACE AI BUT DATA SECURITY REMAINS A CHALLENGE

More than 90% of Philippine respondents to a Synology ASEAN survey say AI-ready infrastructure is important to workflow efficiency and productivity, while 70% identify data security and privacy as a key challenge to AI adoption. The findings also highlight concerns about data quality, fragmented information, third-party AI tools, and ransomware recovery.

SUN LIFE CREATOR CAMP SHARES LESSONS ON PASSION, CONSISTENCY, AND FINANCIAL SECURITY

Sun Life Philippines brought together Baus Rufo, Jaz Reyes, Carlo Ople, and Jacklord Esguerra for its first Creator Camp, “One Day to Day One.” Their message to aspiring creators: start before you feel ready, stay consistent, create value, and make financial decisions that can support a creative career for the long term.

VINFAST MPV 7: THE FAMILY CAR RECHARGED

Seven-seat practicality meets electric performance, practical range, and a more flexible approach to EV ownership. The family car has always had a demanding job. It has to handle the morning school run, weekday traffic, grocery...

KRIS AQUINO RETURNS TO SHOPEE AS “QUEEN OF ALL SHOPEE”

Kris Aquino is back as the “Queen of All Shopee.” The returning brand ambassador will appear across Shopee VIP, Shopee Live, Short Dramas, and the platform’s 10.10, 11.11, and 12.12 sales, sharing her picks, reactions, and shopping recommendations with users.

KASPERSKY DISCOVERS NEW VERSION OF MACSYNC MALWARE STEALING CREDENTIALS AND CRYPTO FROM MACOS USERS

Kaspersky has identified an updated version of MacSync malware targeting macOS users. The new variant can steal browser data, saved credentials, crypto wallet information, Telegram data, Keychain files, and other sensitive information, while a separate backdoor can give attackers deeper access to the infected device.

SELLERPLUS BUNDLES CONNECTIVITY, TIKTOK SHOP TOOLS, AND MENTORSHIP FOR ONLINE SELLERS

Converge SME, DTI, and TikTok Shop have launched SellerPlus for Filipino MSMEs, online sellers, livestreamers, and home-based entrepreneurs. The bundle combines 200Mbps fiber internet, TikTok Shop seller benefits, AXA personal accident insurance, and business mentorship designed to help digital merchants improve operations and grow online.

CASINO PLUS PAYS OUT HISTORIC PHP122.4-M JACKPOT IN FULL, REINFORCING PLAYER-FIRST COMMITMENT

The historic jackpot was won through Aristocrat’s Dragon Link game under Casino Plus’ Slot Machine, with the winner's identity kept confidential for personal security and privacy. The ceremonial turnover of the PHP122.4-million jackpot was held at LaVie Resort and Casino in Manila on September 9, 2026, and was attended by representatives of PAGCOR and executives from the gaming platform.

TECNO CAMON SLIM 5G: A CERTIFIED “GIRL GRIP” PHONE

The TECNO CAMON Slim 5G is for people who want their phone to feel as curated as the rest of their everyday carry. It shows that going slim doesn’t have to mean sacrificing battery life, usability, or personality. This phone understands why design matters and knows that good design should make life easier, not just prettier.

HONOR 600S STARS IN STUDIO VIVA DRAMA REEL “THE CEO’S NEW JOWA”

HONOR Philippines is teaming up with Studio Viva for “The CEO’s New Jowa,” a new drama reel starring Guji Lorenzana and Krissha Viaje. Premiering October 1 alongside the HONOR 600S Philippine launch, the series incorporates the upcoming smartphone into the story, with select scenes captured using the device.

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