by Ferry Bayu | Aug 28, 2023 | Business
Gogoro e-scooters are coming to the Philippines in 2023
MANILA, Philippines – Gogoro electric scooters – which have become massively popular in Taiwan – will soon be coming to the streets of Manila later this 2023.
Ahead of the commercial launch, Globe’s 917Ventures Incorporated, Ayala Corporation, and Gogoro Network have joined hands to form Gogoro Philippines. The joint venture, executed on Thursday, August 24, will allow Gogoro to steadily set up its presence in the country.
The agreement will cover the importation, sale, distribution, operation, management, and maintenance of Gogoro’s two-wheeled electric scooters. Gogoro Philippines will also handle the battery swapping technology, battery swapping stations for the e-scooters, and after-sales services business in the Philippines.
The agreement also allows the importation and distribution of other e-scooter brands that are compatible with Gogoro’s battery swapping stations.
Globe’s wholly-owned subsidiary, 917Ventures, will own 49% of Gogoro Philippines. Ayala Corporation will have a 21% stake in the company while Gogoro Network, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Gogoro Inc., will own the remaining 30%.
“Gogoro is Globe’s entry into the climate tech industry through 917Ventures Inc. The official signing of the joint venture is a big stride in our goal to provide eco-friendly transport that places at the forefront environmental stewardship and mobility for businesses and individuals,” said Globe president and chief executive officer Ernest Cu in a statement.
The e-scooters have gained success in Taiwan, where it is used by nearly 550,000 riders. Gogoro’s system also allows users to quickly switch drained batteries with a fully-charged one at its battery swapping stations, addressing the problem of slow-charging electric vehicle batteries.
Currently, Gogoro maintains 12,000 battery swapping stations across 2,500 stations in Taiwan. According to Gogoro, its battery swapping stations outnumber gas stations in some Taiwanese cities.
In the Philippines, an initial batch of 100 Smartscooters, 400 smart batteries, and seven GoStations arrived earlier, in February. The country’s first GoStation was unveiled at Globe’s Taguig headquarters in April 2023. The e-scooters are currently being piloted by Globe employees.
by Ferry Bayu | Aug 25, 2023 | Business
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Introducing the sale of the “Omakase BOX” packed with Japan’s “delicious and enjoyable” snacks!
WeAgri Inc. (Headquarter: Ginza, Tokyo, Japan) has a mission “Find More Japan – Accelerating the Rediscovery of Japan,” aiming to discover captivating Japanese products that are still unknown to the world and deliver them to people worldwide.
This time, we have launched the sale of a new subscription box featuring a selection of Japanese snacks. Starting from August 1st (Tuesday), this subscription box is available worldwide through our company’s e-commerce site, Ginaza Sweets [https://ginzasweets.com/].
Each month, you can enjoy a variety of different Japanese snacks. For those who love Japan but find it difficult to spare time and money for a trip, we began this initiative with the desire to provide a more casual way to experience Japan and to help foster a greater fondness for the country.
The pricing for the products is set at USD 32.2 for subscription purchases and USD 35.5 for one-time purchases. We invite you to indulge in the delicious Japanese snacks from the comfort of your home.
Ginaza Sweets Web site: https://ginzasweets.com/
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by Ferry Bayu | Aug 25, 2023 | Business
Manao Software is a “Zero Headaches” Custom Software Development Company in Thailand
Welcome to Manao Software, an expat-owned software development company in Thailand which is unlike any other. Our Danish founder started Manao Software 16 years ago to solve a common problem shared by many business owners all over the world: Headaches and frustrations when outsourcing custom software development projects. He knew it didn’t have to be that way, and so to this day, Manao Software’s DNA consists of a Danish sense of quality, design, and craftsmanship applied to software development.
Our team of 140 professionals provide comprehensive custom software development services, making Manao Software a one-stop solution for your software development needs. Mobile apps, web applications, or entire software platforms: We deliver complete turn-key solutions. You can leave the software development to us and focus on your core business and products. We also offer IT staff augmentation on a monthly basis with hand-picked dedicated software development team members that work exclusively for your company.
How do we live up to our “Zero Headaches” guarantee? Every project begins with a thorough Discovery Phase where we listen and learn all about your business and the needs and pain points you have. We don’t go for quick sales, instead we invest time and effort in making sure we thoroughly understand all aspects of the software you wish to develop. More than a decade of experience makes us an ideal technical sparring partner and trusted advisor: We not only listen, we also share our knowledge and ideas.
After gaining a full understanding of the requirements, we build quality into every layer of the software solution, including user-friendly designs, flexible and scalable architectures, clean code, thorough testing from beginning to end, and industry best practices for security. All backed by a free warranty, and affordable long-term maintenance agreements for peace of mind.
If you want to avoid the headaches associated with traditional software development outsourcing, then look no further. Try a refreshing alternative: Manao Software.
Manao Software provides high quality software development outsourcing services to companies that need custom made web applications or mobile apps with features exactly matching their unique business requirements.
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by Ferry Bayu | Aug 25, 2023 | Business
Leverage These 4 Software Services for Digital Transformation That Can Help Drive Your Business Growth
Digital Transformation (DX) empowers businesses to enhance their operations by harnessing the potential of technology. This involves transitioning from traditional analog processes (such as paper-based processes) to modern digital systems, making way for a more efficient and effective way of conducting business.
In today’s digital age, companies must undergo organizational transformation to remain current and cater to the demands of a new generation that seeks quick and efficient access to managing information and tasks. Online information management is much simpler than traditional paper storage, and records can be easily retrieved by simply searching or browsing for them. This is why companies strive to keep up with the times and implement changes that align with the needs of their customers.
Christopher Mosses, Chief Executive Officer of Manao Software, interestingly said that “Data management issues are a common challenge in various businesses, ranging from e-commerce systems to financial and manufacturing systems. Traditional methods such as filling out paper forms and passing them around from person to person can be improved through the adoption of software solutions, which have a positive impact on businesses with complex processes or multiple departments. However, it is crucial for software developers to have a clear understanding of the business’s needs and its existing processes before designing a digital solution. By doing so, the software solution can be optimized to meet the specific demands of the business, resulting in improved efficiency and productivity.”
At Manao Software, we provide comprehensive software development services to enable Digital Transformation in businesses. Our services include development of web applications, mobile apps, and platforms that combine both. Services can be provided on a fixed-price basis for individual complete turn-key projects, or top tech talent can be supplied on a monthly basis for customers who wish to augment their technical staff with a dedicated team from Manao Software.
After more than a decade of enabling customers to implement Digital Transformation in their organizations we possess the experience and knowledge to be your trusted advisor and design the perfect solution for your unique needs. And with a free warranty included in every project, and affordable long-term maintenance agreements available, you can have peace of mind that the delivered solution will run smoothly for many years to come.
Manao Software provides high quality software development outsourcing services to companies that need custom made web applications or mobile apps with features exactly matching their unique business requirements.
Contact us : https://bit.ly/3QlTAMo
Tel : +66 52 001130
Website: https://manaosoftware.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/manaosoftware
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YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@manaosoftware
by Ferry Bayu | Aug 24, 2023 | Business
Price analysis 8/23: BTC, ETH, BNB, XRP, ADA, SOL, DOGE, DOT, MATIC, SHIB
Bitcoin and altcoins perked up today, but is this rally nothing more than an oversold bounce?
When the markets are trending, traders should be active if they want to earn money. On the other hand, in a ranging market, it is better to wait on the sidelines with patience, or else traders may lose money due to choppy random moves in either direction.
Bitcoin’s
BTC $26,496
sideways price action since the sharp fall on Aug. 17 shows that the bulls and the bears are unsure about the next directional move. Therefore, it is better to wait for the breakout to happen before waging large bets.
In the short term, institutional traders also seem to be taking a cautious approach. A CoinShares report showed an outflow of $55 million from digital asset investment products for the week of Sept. 13.
What are the important support and resistance levels that need to be crossed for a trending move to start in Bitcoin and altcoins? Let’s study the charts of the top 10 cryptocurrencies to find out.
Bitcoin price analysis
The long tail on Bitcoin’s Aug. 22 candlestick is a positive sign, as it shows that the bulls are fiercely trying to protect the support at $24,800.
However, the bulls will remain under pressure until they clear the overheard hurdle at $26,833 and then the 20-day exponential moving average (EMA) at $27,777. If both these resistances are overcome, it will indicate that the BTC/USDT pair may extend its stay inside the $24,800 to $31,000 range for a while longer.
Although the downsloping 20-day EMA indicates an advantage to bears, the oversold levels on the relative strength index (RSI) point to a possible recovery in the near term.
The bears will have to sink and sustain the price below $24,800 to further strengthen their hold. That could open the doors for a potential drop to $20,000.
Ether price analysis
Ether
ETH $1,674
once again dipped below the strong support at $1,626, but the long tail on the candlestick shows solid buying at lower levels.
The onus is on the bulls to drive the price above the overhead resistance of $1,700. If they do that, the ETH/USDT pair could reach the 20-day EMA ($1,756). This remains the key level to watch out for in the near term.
If the price turns down from this level, the bears will again try to yank the pair below the $1,626 to $1,550 support zone. If they succeed, the index could start a downward move toward $1,368.
Contrarily, a break above the 20-day EMA will enhance the prospects of the pair remaining inside the $2,000 to $1,626 range for a few more days.
BNB price analysis
BNB
BNB $220
bounced off the psychological support at $200 on Aug. 17, indicating that the bulls are trying to arrest the decline at this level.
The recovery could reach the 20-day EMA ($227), which is again likely to act as a formidable hurdle. If the price turns down sharply from the 20-day EMA, the bears will make another attempt to sink the BNB/USDT pair below $200. If they manage to do that, the pair could slide to $183.
Instead, if the price rises above the 20-day EMA, it will suggest that the bears are losing their grip. The pair may then rise to the resistance line, which is an important level for the bears to defend.
XRP price analysis
XRP
XRP $0.53
turned down from the overhead resistance at $0.56, but a minor positive is that the bulls have not allowed the price to skid below $0.50.
The XRP/USDT pair may consolidate between $0.50 and $0.56 for some time. The downsloping 20-day EMA ($0.58) and the RSI near the oversold territory indicate an advantage to bears.
If the price breaks below $0.50, the pair could start its descent toward the next major support at $0.41. That could indicate arange-bound action between $0.41 and $0.50.
Alternatively, if buyers thrust the price above the 20-day EMA, it will suggest that bulls are on a comeback. The pair may then rise to the 50-day simple moving average (SMA) of $0.63.
Cardano price analysis
The long tail on Cardano’s
ADA $0.268
Aug. 22 candlestick shows strong demand at lower levels. The price is currently stuck inside the range between $0.24 and $0.28.
If the price plummets below $0.24, the ADA/USDT pair could start the next leg of the downtrend. The pair could first slump to $0.22 and thereafter to the psychological support at $0.20. The downsloping 20-day EMA ($0.28) and the RSI in the negative territory indicate that bears have a slight edge.
This negative view could be invalidated in the near term if buyers propel the price above $0.28. If they do that, the pair may start a relief rally to the 50-day SMA ($0.29) and thereafter to $0.32.
Solana price analysis
Solana
SOL $22
plunged below the immediate support at $20 on Aug. 22, but the bulls purchased the dip, indicating demand at lower levels.
Buyers will have to push the price above the 20-day EMA ($22.64) if they want to salvage the situation. Above this level, the SOL/USDT pair is likely to pick up momentum and attempt a rally to $26. The 50-day SMA ($23.60) could act as a barrier, but it is likely to be crossed.
Contrary to this assumption, if the price turns down from the current level or the 20-day EMA, it will signal that the bears have not given up. That will increase the likelihood of a break below $19.35. If that happens, the pair may drop to $18 and eventually to $16.
Dogecoin price analysis
Dogecoin
DOGE $0.06
rebounded off the support at $0.06 on Aug. 21 and 22, indicating that the bulls are buying the dips to this level.
The bulls are attempting to start a relief rally that could reach the 20-day EMA ($0.07). Sellers are likely to protect this level with vigor. If the price turns down from the overhead resistance, it will suggest that the DOGE/USDT pair may remain stuck between the 20-day EMA and $0.06 for some time.
Buyers will have to kick the price above the moving averages to start a rally to the next major resistance above $0.08. On the downside, a break and close below $0.06 could signal the start of a downward move to $0.05.
Related: Here’s what the latest Bitcoin price correction reveals
Polkadot price analysis
The bears tried to tug Polkadot
DOT $4.49
below the vital support at $4.22, but the bulls held their ground as seen from the long tail on the Aug. 22 candlestick.
The 20-day EMA ($4.73) is turning down and the RSI is in the negative zone, indicating that bears hold the edge. If buyers want to signal a comeback, they will have to propel the price above the overhead zone between $4.56 and the 20-day EMA.
Meanwhile, the bears are likely to have other plans. They will try to sell on minor rallies and pull the price below $4.22. If they succeed, the DOT/USDT pair could start the next leg of the downtrend. The next support is at $4.
Polygon price analysis
Polygon
MATIC $0.5577
snapped back from $0.53 on Aug. 22, indicating that the bulls are trying to keep the price above the crucial support at $0.51.
MATIC/USDT daily chart. Source:TradingView
The bulls have their task cut out because they are likely to face strong selling at $0.60. If the price turns down from this resistance, it will suggest that bears are active at higher levels. That may keep the MATIC/USDT pair stuck inside the $0.51 to $0.60 range for a few days.
A break and close below $0.50 will signal the resumption of the downtrend. The pair could then tumble to $0.45 and later to $0.42. On the contrary, a rally above $0.60 could set up a rally to $0.65 and then to $0.69.
Shiba Inu price analysis
Shiba Inu
SHIB $0.000008
fell below the 50-day SMA ($0.0000084) on Aug. 20, but the bulls did not allow the price to retest the important support at $0.0000072.
SHIB/USDT daily chart. Source:TradingView
The solid bounce on Aug. 22 shows strong buying at lower levels. The bulls will next attempt a rally above the moving averages. If they can pull it off, the SHIB/USDT pair may pick up momentum and soar toward $0.000011.
Conversely, if the price turns down from the moving averages, it will suggest that the bears remain in control. The pair could then collapse to the strong support at $0.0000072 and subsequently to $0.0000064.
This article does not contain investment advice or recommendations. Every investment and trading move involves risk, and readers should conduct their own research when making a decision.
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by Ferry Bayu | Aug 24, 2023 | Business
Philippines may still grow by 6% this year, says Remolona
MANILA -Despite a disappointing second quarter output, Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas Governor Eli Remolona Jr. expects the domestic economy to pick up pace and attain a full-year growth rate of 6 percent, the lower end of the government’s target range for 2023.
In a chat with business editors on Tuesday night, Remolona said while 7 percent, the upper end of the target, may no longer be feasible, “we think it (growth) would hit 6 percent.”
One distinct factor that had caused the country’s second quarter gross domestic product (GDP) growth rate to soften to 4.3 percent, Remolona explained, was government underspending, which was now being addressed.
Iluminada Sicat, senior assistant governor of the Monetary Policy Sub-sector, noted that the Department of Budget and Management had committed to push various agencies to “fast-track their expenditures in accordance with the 2023 budget.”
One of the underspending government agencies is the Department of Social Welfare and Development, Sicat noted, but only because it was cleaning up its database of Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program or 4Ps.
Patterned after the conditional cash transfer scheme implemented in other developing countries, the 4Ps program provides cash grants to beneficiaries provided that they comply with the set of conditions.
“Once everything has been validated and verified, then disbursement of ayuda (cash support) to relevant population will be fast-tracked,” Sicat said.
In 2022, the Philippine GDP grew by 7.6 percent, exceeding the government’s target of 6.5 to 7.5 percent. This was the fastest pace seen since 1976 and made the country one of the best-performing economies in Southeast Asia.
Asked about whether he shares the concern of some economists on the widening of the current account deficit, Remolona said the big surplus recorded in previous years had been due to underinvestment.
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