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  Globe Telecom closes term loan facilities with Bank of the Philippine Islands, China Banking Corporation and Robinsons Bank Corporation Globe Telecom, Inc. signed term loan facilities with Bank of the Philippine Islands, China Banking Corporation and Robinsons Bank Corporation for Php3 Billion, Php5 Billion and P4 Billion, respectively. The loans shall be used to finance the Company’s capital expenditures (capex), debt refinancing and/or general corporate requirements. As of the first nine months of the year, Globe invested Php54.0 Billion in capex, lower by 27% than the similar period of 2022. This effort to reduce its capex spending is in line with Globe’s focus on capital efficiency and optimization. Bulk of this amount or 91% was allocated for the data requirements to ensure that customers will be able to access the best digital solutions and connectivity anytime. Globe’s nonstop network expansion and enhancement is also in line with its commitment to the United Nations Susta...

  917Ventures’ KodeGo upskills PAP employees in  AWS Cloud practitioner training   KodeGo, an innovative startup under 917Ventures, has been tapped to train employees of talent management firm Profiles Asia Pacific, Inc. (PAP) for the AWS Cloud Practitioner certification. This collaboration ensures that the activity is meticulously tailored to meet the organization’s unique requirements.   KodeGo draws upon its expertise in technology and skillset training to offer a personalized approach that empowers enterprises to align their workforce with vital skills to meet operational objectives.   Its offer of customized programs has allowed KodeGo to establish itself as the preferred partner of companies seeking specific upskilling avenues. KodeGo remains committed to adapting to the ever-evolving landscape of business requirements, reaffirming its dedication to progressive education and training.   “I would like to express our excitement and optimism towards this...

  Globe implements late payment fee for postpaid customers to encourage on-time payments, avoid service interruptions   Globe will start enforcing late payment fees stipulated in the subscription agreement for mobile and broadband postpaid customers starting December 1, 2023 to encourage on-time payment of monthly dues and ensure uninterrupted services.  The late payment fee is not a new fee but has been part of the Globe subscription agreement with its customers.   A minimal late payment fee of PHP50 will apply to Mobile Postpaid, Platinum and Globe At Home Broadband Postpaid accounts.   Charging a late payment fee is standard practice for services with monthly recurring bills including banks and credit card companies. Telco companies abroad also charge late payment fees.     “For the longest time, Globe had deferred charging the late payment fee even though this is included in the terms and conditions of our postpaid subscription agreement. With...

  Asticom Group of Companies wins four prestigious awards at the TITAN Business Awards 2023   The Asticom Group of Companies, an affiliate of the Globe Group and known for its tech-driven shared services and outsourcing, has garnered four major recognitions at the TITAN Business Awards 2023, reflecting its commitment to innovation, transformative change, and business excellence.   For the first time, Asticom clinched the PLATINUM Award for being the Fastest-Growing Company of the Year.  Its President and CEO Mharicar Castillo-Reyes also received two Gold Awards as Innovator of the Year and Transformation Leader of the Year.   Not to be left behind, HCX Technology Partners, an Asticom subsidiary, was honored with a Gold Award for its exceptional Business Technology Solutions in Human Resources.   Organized by the International Awards Associate (IAA), the TITAN Business Awards celebrates organizations of varying sizes and sectors, spotlighting their achieveme...

  STT GDC Philippines unveils new state-of-the-art data hall in Makati City ST Telemedia Global Data Centres (STT GDC) Philippines has unveiled its newest data hall in the heart of Makati City to address the surging demand for data storage solutions.   This state-of-the-art standalone facility boasts of a 1.2MW capacity, translating to roughly 100 high-density racks, and is equipped to support loads from 5 to 12kw.  As a carrier-neutral facility, STT Makati offers various connectivity avenues, giving clients unmatched flexibility and bespoke connectivity solutions.   Designed to Tier 3 data center standard of at least 99.982% expected uptime, the facility employs multiple redundancy measures to ensure all critical systems are highly reliable. It also features eco-friendly ventilation and air conditioning systems, and champions sustainable practices through the use of recycled materials and energy-efficient equipment, a rainwater catchment system, and solar panels to ...

  Globe’s Hapag Movement volunteers deliver hot meals to Marikina community on World Food Day Through its #UniteForHapag campaign, Globe’s Hapag Movement, recently brought together volunteers for a supplemental feeding program for vulnerable families in Marikina City, part of its commemoration of World Food Day.   Partnering with Scholars of Sustenance (SOS) PH,  Globe recently organized a volunteer activity in Barangay Concepcion Uno, Marikina City, where volunteers were able to prepare 300 meals, and later on distributed it in Barangay Tumana, Marikina City serving a total of 300 individuals. It was led by Globe employees, Team Globe of Good influencers, and media partners, who worked together to prepare and deliver hot meals to beneficiaries.   The beneficiaries include children from low-income and food-vulnerable families in a community that is prone to flooding.   “Through hands-on engagement, our volunteers actively participate in community initiatives, fo...