by Ferry Bayu | Nov 2, 2026 | Business
The energy was unmistakable as industry leaders, innovators, and decision-makers gathered for the 21st Philippine Semiconductor & Electronics Convention and Exhibition (PSECE) 2026 at the SMX Convention Center Manila. Organized by SEIPI, the event once again served as a premier platform for discussions, technology showcases, and collaboration across the Philippine semiconductor and electronics sector.
As a proud media partner of the event, Keepital was honored to be part of another successful edition of PSECE. The exhibition floor brought together a remarkable mix of manufacturers, suppliers, technical experts, government representatives, and business leaders, creating an environment where meaningful conversations and industry partnerships could thrive. Throughout the show, the steady flow of visitors and the quality of engagements reinforced PSECE’s reputation as one of the country’s most important industry gatherings.
Beyond supporting the event, Keepital also engaged directly with attendees through its walkthrough video where they interviewed various exhibitors on the show floor as well as through its continued promotion of the KeepCard. Interest in the NFC-powered digital networking solution remained strong, particularly following the launch of its online purchasing feature. Many visitors took advantage of the special expo pricing available exclusively during the event, discovering a more convenient way to share professional information, company profiles, and contact details with a simple tap.
The strong reception to KeepCard highlighted a growing demand for modern networking tools within highly technical and relationship-driven industries. Conversations throughout the exhibition extended beyond individual purchases, opening discussions on how organizations can leverage digital business cards to streamline networking and enhance professional engagement across teams.
More importantly, PSECE 2026 demonstrated the value of bringing an industry together under one roof. The event created opportunities for knowledge-sharing, collaboration, and innovation at a time when the semiconductor and electronics sectors continue to play an increasingly important role in the Philippine economy and global supply chain. The quality of attendees, depth of discussions, and breadth of solutions on display made the exhibition a valuable experience for exhibitors and visitors alike.
As another successful chapter of PSECE comes to a close, Keepital extends its appreciation to SEIPI and the organizing team for delivering an outstanding event. The company remains proud to support initiatives that strengthen industries, foster connections, and drive innovation. With the continued growth of the convention and the industry it serves, Keepital looks forward to supporting future editions of PSECE and contributing to its success in the years ahead.
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by Ferry Bayu | Nov 2, 2026 | Business
Before additional locations, new technologies, and a growing range of aesthetic services became part of MOLD Manila, there was Baesa.
MOLD Manila’s Baesa branch is the clinic’s original location and remains an active part of the brand today, serving patients in North Quezon City with professional skin care and non-surgical aesthetic treatments.
Located along Quirino Highway, the branch represents where MOLD Manila first began developing its approach to aesthetics: individualized treatment plans, careful assessment, and results intended to complement rather than dramatically alter a patient’s natural features.
The Original Home of MOLD Manila
As MOLD Manila has evolved, the Baesa branch has remained part of its story.
For patients in North Quezon City, the location provides access to aesthetic consultations and treatments without requiring regular travel to other parts of Metro Manila for ongoing skin maintenance and aesthetic care.
The clinic’s approach begins with understanding the patient’s concerns rather than immediately recommending a particular procedure. Treatment options are considered according to factors such as skin condition, individual goals, previous treatments, and whether intervention is appropriate in the first place.
This allows patients to build a treatment plan based on their own needs instead of following a standardized aesthetic formula.
Aesthetic Care in North Quezon City
MOLD Manila Baesa serves patients seeking professional care for concerns including skin quality, texture, signs of aging, facial rejuvenation, and ongoing skin maintenance.
Available procedures may vary, with treatments recommended following consultation and assessment.
The branch also provides an important point of continuity for patients whose aesthetic care involves multiple sessions or long-term maintenance. Having an established aesthetic clinic within North Quezon City allows these patients to receive consultations, treatments, and follow-up care closer to their area.
While MOLD Manila has continued to develop beyond its original location, Baesa remains where the clinic’s story started—and where patients in North Quezon City continue to experience its approach to personalized aesthetic care.
MOLD Manila Baesa is located at 335 Quirino Highway, Baesa, Quezon City.
Patients are encouraged to contact the clinic to confirm available services and schedule a consultation.
About MOLD Manila
MOLD Manila is a premium, clinician-led aesthetic clinic based in Quezon City, Philippines. Known for its technology-driven, non-surgical treatments and personalized care, the clinic specializes in skin rejuvenation, non-invasive contouring, laser treatments, and IV wellness therapies. MOLD Manila is committed to education-first, results-driven aesthetics designed for real Filipino skin.
by Ferry Bayu | Nov 2, 2026 | Business
Cebuana Lhuillier Foundation Inc. (CLFI) through Proyekto Custodia: The National Sacred Art and Church Heritage Initiative, is supporting the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of the Philippines (CBCP) in its efforts to safeguard the country’s religious art.
As part of this program, more than 100 antique religious artworks, devotional icons, and ceremonial church objects from the collection of Cebuana Lhuillier Founder and Chairman, Philippine Ambassador to Spain and Andorra, H.E. Philippe J. Lhuillier, will be shared with selected churches across the Philippines.
Proyekto Custodia aims to help the CBCP care for the country’s religious and artistic legacy by bringing these objects to historic churches, missionary parishes, and rural chapels, where they can be appreciated in settings that reflect their religious significance.
Jean Henri Lhuillier, President and CEO of Cebuana Lhuillier, said the project reflects the family’s desire to support the Church’s work.
“My father, Ambassador Lhuillier, has long appreciated how religious art serves as an avenue to showcase history. It is meaningful for us to share part of his collection with the Church and support the CBCP’s efforts to look after these pieces. Through Proyekto Custodia, we hope these artworks will find a home in churches where parishioners and visitors can learn about and appreciate their significance.”
Under the partnership, the CBCP will help endorse Proyekto Custodia to more than 100 heritage churches nationwide and guide the identification of suitable recipients.
In his message for the project, CBCP President Archbishop Gilbert Garcera emphasized that safeguarding religious art is a shared responsibility. “The preservation of our sacred heritage is not the responsibility of the clergy alone. It is a shared mission involving the Church, the laity, cultural institutions, private foundations, artists, historians, and local communities,” he said.
For Jo-Ann Tacorda, First Vice President and Chief Administrative Officer of Cebuana Lhuillier, coordination with recipient churches will be important to the project’s implementation: “We want each piece to go to a church where it can be properly cared for and appreciated. Working with the CBCP helps us understand each church’s needs and ensure that the artworks are placed in settings suited to their purpose and history.”
Through Proyekto Custodia, CLFI is supporting the CBCP’s efforts to care for the country’s religious art and keep these works part of church life across the Philippines.
by Ferry Bayu | Oct 31, 2026 | Business
As artificial intelligence reshapes the workplace, a critical question emerges: Is greater productivity coming at the expense of employee well-being? Premier Value Provider, Inc. (PVP), a Philippine-based workforce performance solutions company, explored the mental health risks and benefits of AI during its recent webinar, “Smarter Work, Healthier Minds? The Mental Health Impact of AI,” highlighting why responsible technology adoption, supportive leadership, and human connection remain essential to healthier workplaces.
As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to transform how people work, organizations are embracing its ability to streamline tasks, accelerate decision-making, and improve productivity. But amid the growing enthusiasm for AI, one important question remains: Are workplaces becoming more efficient at the expense of employee well-being?
This question was at the center of Premier Value Provider, Inc. (PVP)’s recently concluded mental health webinar, “Smarter Work, Healthier Minds? The Mental Health Impact of AI,” held on October 28, 2026.
The session is facilitated by Jose Mari A. Hulleza, MA, RPm, RPsy, a Registered Psychometrician and Registered Psychologist, who explored the opportunities and potential psychosocial risks associated with AI adoption, highlighting why technology must support- not replace- human care, critical thinking, and meaningful workplace relationships.
The Hidden Mental Health Risks of AI in the Workplace
While AI offers opportunities to reduce repetitive tasks and simplify increasingly complex workloads, the webinar highlighted how excessive dependence on technology may create new challenges for employee mental health.
Among the concerns discussed were reduced opportunities for independent problem-solving, declining confidence in one’s abilities, and fewer meaningful interpersonal interactions.
Hulleza explained how constantly turning to AI for answers, ideas, and decisions could gradually limit opportunities for employees to exercise their own judgment and critical thinking skills.
The discussion also explored the growing use of conversational AI for emotional support, emphasizing that while these tools may provide accessible information and interaction, they cannot replace genuine empathy, personal relationships, or professional mental health care.
Can AI Really Reduce Employee Burnout?
One of the webinar’s most thought-provoking discussions centered on the relationship between AI, workload, and employee burnout.
Although AI can automate repetitive tasks and reduce administrative burdens, Hulleza emphasized that improving efficiency does not automatically address the organizational conditions contributing to employee stress.
Unrealistic deadlines, excessive performance expectations, unclear priorities, and unhealthy workplace systems may continue to affect employees even after AI tools are introduced.
The discussion challenged organizations to look beyond technological solutions and examine whether their policies, leadership practices, and work environments genuinely support employee well-being.
Putting People at the Center of AI Adoption
Beyond identifying risks, the webinar highlighted how organizations can use AI more responsibly to support healthier workplaces.
These approaches include developing clear workplace AI policies, protecting data privacy, providing continuous employee education, encouraging independent judgment, and evaluating how AI implementation affects workload and psychological safety.
The discussion also emphasized the value of establishing a baseline understanding of employees’ mental health before introducing workplace changes or increasing performance expectations.
As highlighted in the webinar presentation:
“AI and technology can enhance productivity, but protecting mental well-being remains a human responsibility.”
For PVP, the discussion reinforces the importance of evidence-informed workplace strategies that consider both organizational performance and the people behind it.
As The Philippines’ Data-Driven Workforce Performance Partner, PVP continues to promote conversations and solutions that help organizations better understand workforce experiences, strengthen leadership, and create healthier, more sustainable workplaces.
Explore the Full Webinar Insights
For a more detailed discussion of the webinar’s key takeaways, including the mental health risks and benefits of AI and practical considerations for organizations, read PVP’s feature article:
Smarter Work, Healthier Minds? What Organizations Need to Know About AI and Employee Mental Health
READ THE FULL ARTICLE – https://www.pvpi.co/stories
Watch the full webinar: https://youtu.be/Ka3Qxcdubys
To learn more about PVP’s workforce analytics, organizational mental health assessments, training programs, and organizational development services, visit https://www.pvpi.co.
About Premier Value Provider, Inc.
Premier Value Provider, Inc. (PVP) is a Philippine-based insights, solutions, and training company that helps organizations improve workforce performance through analytics, evidence-based strategies, and practical organizational solutions.
Positioned as The Philippines’ Data-Driven Workforce Performance Partner, PVP works with businesses, government agencies, and institutions to strengthen employee engagement, organizational mental health, leadership effectiveness, and workplace performance. Through workforce analytics, organizational assessments, training, and capacity-building programs, PVP helps organizations translate data into meaningful actions that support healthier people and stronger organizations.
Website: https://www.pvpi.co Connect with PVP: https://linktr.ee/pvp.co
by Ferry Bayu | Oct 31, 2026 | Business
Singapore’s character is shaped by the cultures, communities, and traditions that have come together across generations. From heritage districts and historic landmarks to neighborhood food and distinctive architecture, the city offers more than places to visit—it offers stories to discover.
For travelers looking to understand Singapore beyond its skyline, the experience begins with exploring the places that preserve its heritage, tasting the flavors that reflect its cultural influences, and seeing how tradition continues to shape the city today.
Through their partnership, Philippine Airlines (PAL) and the Singapore Tourism Board (STB) invite Filipino travelers to discover these different layers of Singapore, with experiences that bring together cultural discovery, nature, food, and contemporary attractions.
With up to 20% OFF flights to Singapore with PAL, available for booking from October 26 to November 1, 2026, there’s another reason to discover the destination from a different perspective.
1. Step Into the Stories Behind Singapore’s Neighborhoods
A walk through Chinatown offers more than colorful streets and traditional storefronts. At the Chinatown Heritage Centre, visitors can explore the stories of early residents and gain a closer understanding of the people, histories, and everyday lives that helped shape the neighborhood. Beyond the heritage centre, exploring Chinatown’s streets, shops, and food spots brings its history into the present.
Singapore’s cultural influences extend across its neighborhoods, where communities, traditions, and local businesses continue to shape everyday life.
In Little India, colorful streets, traditional shops, and Indian food offer a vibrant introduction to Indian culture. Kampong Gelam brings together Malay heritage, historic landmarks, and a contemporary creative scene, while Katong–Joo Chiat is known for its distinctive shophouses and Peranakan heritage.
Together, these neighborhoods reveal the many layers of Singapore’s cultural identity, offering travelers a richer understanding of the city beyond its landmarks.
2. Taste the Stories Behind Singapore’s Food
Food offers another way to understand Singapore’s cultural influences. The city’s dining scene brings together flavors and traditions shaped by different communities, making a meal an opportunity to discover more about the destination.
At Song Fa Bak Kut Teh, travelers can enjoy a comforting local favorite, while Keng Eng Kee Seafood serves up shared dishes that bring people together over Singaporean flavors. For those looking to explore the city after dark, Native Bar offers creative cocktails inspired by local ingredients and Southeast Asian flavors, adding another dimension to Singapore’s vibrant food and drink scene.
These experiences are part of what makes neighborhood food stops worthwhile: they give travelers a chance to slow down, discover local flavors, and experience the city through something people naturally come together around.
Rather than treating dining as a break between attractions, make it part of the cultural itinerary. A meal can offer a different kind of insight into Singapore—one that begins with what is served at the table and extends to the stories behind the food.
3. Discover Nature, Dinosaurs, and Imagination
Singapore’s green spaces offer more than scenic views. At Cloud Forest in Gardens by the Bay, visitors can explore the Jurassic World: The Experience exhibition, where prehistoric creatures bring an exciting twist to the lush indoor landscape.
For another kind of immersive adventure, IMBA at Gardens by the Bay invites visitors to step into imaginative environments that spark curiosity and wonder. Together, these experiences offer a fresh perspective on Singapore, blending nature, creativity, and discovery in unexpected ways.
After exploring, Hortus offers a chance to recharge with a meal surrounded by greenery. Its garden setting makes it a fitting stop to slow down, enjoy the surroundings, and take a break between adventures.
For something different after dark, Hopscotch serves creative cocktails inspired by local icons and Singaporean stories, adding a playful, locally inspired touch to the city’s food and drink scene.
4. See How Heritage and Contemporary Life Come Together
One of Singapore’s defining qualities is the way its heritage exists alongside contemporary culture. And for travelers, this means cultural discovery doesn’t have to end after visiting a heritage site. It can continue through a neighborhood walk, a meal at a local restaurant, or a closer look at how a district has developed over time.
The most rewarding itineraries leave room for both: learning about the stories that shaped Singapore and experiencing the city as it is today.
Experience Singapore in Full with PAL
From exploring the stories behind Chinatown to discovering the distinct character of Singapore’s cultural neighborhoods and tasting the food that brings people together, the destination offers many ways to look beyond the familiar.
Through their partnership, PAL and STB invite Filipino travelers to discover Singapore’s cultural richness alongside its nature, dining, and contemporary experiences.
With PAL, the experience begins with the journey. Its full-service offering, complemented by comfortable seats, inflight services, and signature Filipino hospitality, helps bring travelers closer to the stories and experiences waiting in Singapore. Specific services and amenities depend on the selected flight.
Discover the heritage, flavors, and experiences that make Singapore distinctive—and experience more of the destination with PAL.
Book your flights to Singapore with Philippine Airlines from October 26 to November 1, 2026, and get up to 20% OFF for travel from November 1, 2026 onwards.
Discover the Full Singapore Experience at philippineairlines.com.
About Backpack Solutions, Inc.
UNA by Backpack Solutions is a Philippine-based content studio and “un_agency” specializing in storytelling, creative strategy, and brand execution.
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