GCash Signs MOA with National Bureau of Investigation to Deter Cyber Crime

Today is a great day for every GCash account holder as a MOA was signed at the Seda Hotel in BGC between GCash and the National Bureau of Investigation in the Philippines. This is to further strengthen data privacy and cyber security efforts in the country.

The event was attended by Atty. Maricor Alvarez-Adriano the Chief Legal Officer of GCash, Atty. Gilbert Escoto the Head of G-Xchange, Inc. (GXI) Legal Department, Oscar "Renren" Enrico Reyes Jr. the G-Xchange, Inc. (GXI) Chief Executive Officer  and Atty. Medardo De Lemos the National Director of the NBI.

Mr. Enrico Santos of G-Xchange says "This event underscores the synergy between the private sector and a government agency. Strengthening cyber security is part of this, with over 6 Million merchants, we have been digitizing transactions for everyday Filipinos. Now you don't have to go distances to pay for utilities, and building your earn and trust is our top priority. GCash has been taking efforts to protect user accounts, we want to take it to the next level. Only you can access your GCash account, and only you will have your face to unlock it on our GSafe Tayo campaign. As we continue to advance consumer protection, we continue to partner with government agencies to pursue a safer and more just society. This is why we have NBI here. Thank you and good morning!"

Dir. De Lemos of NBI says "Today we formalize the partnership of both our institutions to mobilize safety in transactions on GCash. Criminal behaviors change, and financial transfers happen in a flick of a button. We used to be traditional investigators, but cyber criminals are out there. We need to do battle quietly, and we need each other, hence this partnership. GCash has data needed for arrest and prosecution, and in the past, we had successful operations with GCash. It was timely and needed for the fight against cyber criminals. We thank you, let's continue to do the critical things we need to do to make sure every Filipino is safe out there."

Users know that the platform is safe, they now also weed out bad actors but it will all fall to capturing them when it happens. This long term partnership makes it possible to initiate when complainants ask for help. So if you get to be a victim of scams, file a police report and submit it to GCash so they could do further steps to suspend and file with authorities when needed.

LG Introduces MORE Innovations for 2024

After a very encouraging 2023, LG is introducing even more innovations which includes new OLED EVO TV's for 2024. This will be different as they will employ 4x more the AI performance which increases the viewing experience, making it progressively vibrant and have even more life like quality for their displays.

LG listens to customers, and with their proprietary webOS Smart TV platform, they were able to expand their ecosystem and their capability to connect media and other devices. This give the opportunity for platforms to utilize their products for even more ways than one. To date, they now have the LG Signature OLED M4 and LG OLED G4 line that has the new Alpha 11 AI processor. This takes your picture and audio quality to even greater heights and improves graphics on the units to up to 70 percent and do it 30 percent faster than usual.

The new line also does image analysis that sharpens those that might appear blurry, it also refines colors and gives what film makers intend to do, making it feel three dimensional. They also have it in different sizes, LG's wireless OLED TV the LG Signature OLED M4 is available in 65 inch, 97 inch versions and can do wireless audio and video at 4K. Making your OLED viewing a lot different, and stay immersive when you should be seeing it. They also attained a Video Electronics Standards Association ClearMR certification for it, making sure sure of quality measurement of motion blur performance.

You can also use LG soundbars with WOWCAST. Pair it with the LG OLED TV or the QNED TVs4, you will get superiorly different audio immersion. Even control it with voice commands if you are in a smart ecosystem and planning to add it. You can experience this all at the CES 2024 from January 9-12 which will happen at the Las Vegas Convention Center. There will be several announcements also done. If you would want to know more, visit lg.com/ces2024 and the LG Global YouTube channel. Life is still good.

JIGGY MANICAD Joins Illustrious Line of TV5 Anchors in FRONTLINE PILIPINAS

 

It looks like evening news is going to be a LOT interesting as one distinguished broadcast journalist joins the illustrious line of TV5 anchors in FRONTLINE PILIPINAS. He's Jiggy Manicad, and he's back to bring new flavor to prime time news this side of the world. He joins Cheryl Cosim and Julius Babao and a throng of distinguished journalists to bring you fresh news and what happened in the country the whole day.  

Mr. Manicad went through a whole hiatus to care for his family, his kids, deciding to watch them grow. He also tried to run for Senator in 2019 where he wanted to bring agricultural and natural disaster reforms. It was just not in his favor, and admits he learned a lot from. Going back to the industry he's passionate about was a calling, he intently prayed to decide on it when management got in touch.

He says "I have been in broadcast and journalism for 20 years, but I feel politics is not for me, I will concentrate on more honest and transparent work. I wouldn't want that for my soul, but I have no regrets, I learned a lot from that."

He adds "I was doing my job good, and I enjoyed it. When I was still active I always got ahead of the pack because it was a habit. Now the landscape is different and I can make stories ahead of time, I check world news and know my angles right away. On my part, I have never thought of the resignation as doing nothing, I was still myself but have the Lord tell me what I don't have, I am entering a new home with him involved, and I'm happy to do that. Usually when you get old that's when you turn to him, but I want to communicate with him even when I was young. He will give you everything when you are in the right path. I went through hard times and knew him when I was doing nothing and learned to share it even more. During the pandemic we had so many things but it was still him that we called for. It was a blessing and now that I'm in TV5, I hope to be able to do the stories that I want to do, the non traditional ones, even if it is at the end of the show, it will have impact and still be interesting. I hope we could do that in the show as I become part of FRONTLINE. Journalism is different, because as it is, we source credible information and the truth from it and deliver that when it is available."

Here's our video coverage and interview during an intimate presser yesterday, the conversation was certainly interesting because we could ask anything we wanted including the change of networks.

This Monday will be his first day in FRONTLINE PILIPINAS and he's starting with stories related to the celebration of the Feast of the Black Nazarene in Quiapo, Manila. He's a little nervous, but he's planning to do as little preparation as possible because he's more of a crammer and can do more. Sure, he's got a serious side but he's got lots of personality to bring in the show. He promises to keep it light, concise, understandable and do it in less time for the viewers. He's going to be your buddy in the studio and out in the field every night at 6:30PM. You may check their social channels for more information about his new journey, only on the Kapatid Network, TV5!

GABBI GARCIA and KHALIL RAMOS Hailed as Taiwan Tourism Ambassadors

Something good is happening over at the Mall of Asia Music Hall this coming January 6 and 7, mall hours called "Panahon sa Taiwan: Ang Iyong Love Story" Travel Fair. With Sparkle artists Gabbi Garcia and Khalil Ramos, they'll take you to their recent journey to Taiwan which they were able to do last November.

This is also a travel fair with their partner agencies with the help of Taiwan Tourism Administration, Taiwan Tourism Administration TH through the auspices of Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in the Philippines. Ini it are great travel deals and packages from their partner airline companies and travel agencies, so if you're planning a great 2024 Taiwan adventure, this is the place you should definitely go to!

Real life sweethearts Gabbi Garcia and Khalil Ramos will also be announced as their newest travel ambassadors who were picked because of their popularity and influence in the country. This certainly will highlight what deep connections we have with Taiwan, to hopefully bring that experience to even more people. There will also be games, more giveaways and activities prepared for guests or those who plan to visit the 2 day fair at Mall of Asia. If you have questions, visit their official site eng.taiwan.net.tw for more information. Go see Gabbi and Khalil tomorrow!