HONOR is indeed in a roll with 9 new stores across the country!
Manila, Philippines, — On December 1, 2025, HONOR Philippines announced the new HONOR Experience Stores nationwide. Global AI device ecosystem company HONOR Philippines continued its expansion with nine new stores across the country,. The three-year-old tech giant has shown one of the most commendable growth trajectories in the industry, as evidenced by its continuous opening of store after store.
“We are obviously expanding, and we are very proud of it. It has been the vision ever since, and it feels really great to see our dreams come to life. This success is because of our loyal HONOR fans who have supported and believed in us from the moment we stepped foot again in the Philippines,” said Stephen Cheng, Vice President of HONOR Philippines.
The new HONOR Stores are located in SM City Olongapo, SM City Telabastagan, SM City La Union, KCC Mall of Zamboanga, KCC Mall of Cotabato, Ayala Malls Feliz, Abreeza Mall Davao, Robinsons Palawan, and Market! Market!
Never miss the latest updates—visit HONOR’s official website at www.hihonor.com, or follow their social media platforms: Facebook (@HonorPhilippines), Instagram (@honorph), and TikTok (@honorphilippines). To check out HONOR’s complete list of retail stores, go to https://www.hihonor.com/ph/retailers/.
About HONOR
HONOR is a leading global provider of smart devices. It is dedicated to becoming a global iconic technology brand and creating a new intelligent world for everyone through its powerful products and services. With an unwavering focus on R&D, it is committed to developing technology that empowers people around the globe to go beyond, giving them the freedom to achieve and do more. Offering a range of high-quality smartphones, tablets, laptops and wearables to suit every budget, HONOR’s portfolio of innovative, premium and reliable products enable people to become a better version of themselves.
Turning digital innovation into real-world impact for startups. PLDT Enterprise held an insightful session on how collaboration and innovation can empower the startup ecosystem.
Participants and speakers of PLDT Enterprise’s Innovation Spotlight: Harnessing AI and Cybersecurity for Startups gather for a photo after an insightful session on how collaboration and innovation can empower the startup ecosystem.
In line with its mission to enable enterprises of all sizes through meaningful technology, PLDT Enterprise led the next leg of the Innovation Spotlight, in partnership with the US Embassy, Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative, YSEALI AMPLIFY 9.0, Women’s Alliance for Security and Peace (WASP), Fibers Collective and Pina Beauty PH. The themed “Harnessing AI and Cybersecurity for Startups” gathered innovators, founders, and advocates to explore how artificial intelligence (AI) and digital security can work together to empower startups and strengthen the country’s innovation ecosystem.
The Innovation Spotlight series was designed to ignite collaboration among industries, innovators, and changemakers — each event highlighting practical, scalable solutions for growth and human-centered ways to use technology for progress. By fostering dialogue and discovery, the series helps leaders transform ideas into action and potential into real impact on communities and people.
This latest session focused on one of today’s most urgent and promising intersections: the role of AI and cybersecurity in driving startup success. The event brought together thought leaders including WASP Founder Captain Caroline Nacional and Joie Cruz, CEO of Limitless Lab, who shared insights on inclusive innovation and responsible technology adoption.
Empowering Startups Through Innovation and Security
Mickey Ruiz, Head of Innovations and Product Development at PLDT Enterprise, underscored the dual importance of innovation and protection in the digital era.
“Cybercrime is no longer a distant threat—it’s here, it’s real, and it’s growing,” Ruiz said. “Startups are agile and fast-moving, but that agility must be matched with awareness and readiness. Security is not a luxury—it’s a foundation.”
Mickey Ruiz, Head of Innovations and Product Development at PLDT Enterprise, highlights the critical role of cybersecurity and collaboration in enabling secure innovation for startups.
Ruiz also highlighted how PLDT Enterprise is helping startups leverage AI securely and ethically, while building a culture of collaboration across industries and organizations to innovate and grow together.
“Cybersecurity isn’t a solo mission. It’s a team sport. And when startups collaborate with the right partners, they gain not just tools—but trust, knowledge, and resilience to innovate boldly in the digital world,” he added.
The event also showcased PLDT Enterprise’s latest technology solutions that are helping businesses strengthen their operations, including SmartSafe, Cybersecurity Infrastructure, and AI-driven tools that enable seamless, secure, and scalable growth
Driving Collaboration and Digital Resilience
Beyond technology, the event emphasized the power of collaboration — bringing together startups, advocates, and organizations that share the goal of turning ideas into reality. PLDT Enterprise reinforced its commitment to co-innovate with partners who bring specialized expertise to help startups integrate technology safely and meaningfully into their growth journey.
The discussions also tackled emerging industry trends such as AI-driven fraud prevention, cloud-based cybersecurity frameworks, and digital ethics, underscoring how businesses can embrace innovation without compromising trust.
A Commitment to a Safer and Smarter Digital Future
As part of its brand promise, PLDT Enterprise reaffirmed its mission to support businesses — from startups to large-scale enterprises — in embracing innovation while ensuring operational security and continuity.
Ruiz concluded: “Innovation is exciting. AI is powerful. And startups are the lifeblood of our digital future. But without security, innovation is fragile. Our goal at PLDT Enterprise is to help businesses not only build, but build securely, ethically, and boldly.”
PLDT Enterprise and ePLDT has announced recently of the Intelligent Transformation in Retail with Google Cloud, Data, AI, and Managed Services through the Enterprise Workshop for Retail.
PLDT Enterprise, in partnership with ePLDT, hosted the Intelligent Enterprise Workshop for Retail, gathering industry leaders to explore how data, AI, and managed services can transform retail operations and customer experiences.
MANILA, Philippines — PLDT Enterprise, together with ePLDT, recently brought together decision-makers from top retail brands for the Intelligent Enterprise Workshop for Retail, with sessions on Google Cloud’s AI solutions. The event showed how data-driven insights, AI readiness, and managed services can unlock innovation and help retailers reimagine day-to-day operations — from inventory management to customer engagement.
The workshop, designed for retail leaders including CXOs, CMOs, and IT managers, addressed pressing challenges such as fragmented data systems, scalability issues, and the growing demand for secure and compliant AI-driven data strategies. By applying technology into real-world retail contexts, the session emphasized how AI and managed services can personalize shopping experiences while optimizing operational overhead.
A Commitment to Retail Innovation
At the event, PLDT Enterprise reaffirmed its commitment to supporting the evolving needs of Philippine retailers. Through ePLDT’s expertise in managed services, the initiative highlighted how businesses can move beyond legacy systems toward scalable, secure, and future-ready digital infrastructure.
“Today’s smart retailer is embracing a new era of shopping, blending human touch with technology to deliver a more tailored consumer experience,” said Corinne Funk-Zablan, Customer Relationship Management Head at PLDT Enterprise.
Jerry Dy, Technology Solutions Consultant at ePLDT, added: “In today’s fast-evolving retail landscape, managed services play a critical role in enabling data-driven and AI-powered transformation. By providing scalable infrastructure, continuous optimization, and expert support, managed services empower retailers to focus on innovation — unlocking real-time insights, enhancing customer experiences, and accelerating intelligent decision-making across the enterprise.”
Real-world AI-powered Use Cases
Through live discussions and case studies, the workshop demonstrated how Google Cloud’s integrated data analytics and AI platform helps retailers break down data silos, deliver real-time insights, and personalize the customer journey. Real-world examples—such as AI-powered supply chain optimization, predictive inventory, and smarter in-store experiences—showed how these technologies translate into faster service, stronger customer loyalty, and more resilient operations.
Participants also learned how Google Workspace with Gemini supports employees in day-to-day tasks by reducing administrative workloads and fostering collaboration across teams.
Future-Proofing the Industry
The workshop highlighted that while many retailers still face barriers in AI adoption, ranging from infrastructure gaps and data quality and security to skill readiness, solutions such as managed services, modernized data warehouse, and AI-powered analytics provide a clear path forward.
By convening retail leaders, PLDT Enterprise and ePLDT are accelerating AI adoption and shaping a retail industry that is smarter, more secure, and more responsive to the everyday needs of modern Filipino consumers.
Recently, PLDT Enterprise and Nabstract has announced of their partnership to combat OTP Fraud through Smart Safe Silent Access and to support the United Nations SDGs.
PLDT Enterprise and Nabstract seal their partnership to deliver smarter, intent-based network API solutions that empower businesses across industries.
As part of its commitment to strengthening digital security, PLDT’s corporate arm, PLDT Enterprise, has partnered with Nabstract, a global technology company that helps telecom providers and cloud platforms deliver safer digital services, and a certified Open Gateway Channel Partner, to deliver a safer and more secure alternative to one-time passwords (OTP) through SmartSafe SilentAccess.
SilentAccess, the flagship solution in the upcoming SmartSafe fraud management API suite, enables real-time, direct user authentication through Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart) allowing seamless logins and transactions without the need for OTPs sent via text message, which are often targets of phishing and other scams.
By leveraging Nabstract’s expertise in network exposure capabilities, PLDT Enterprise offers real-time fraud detection that empowers businesses in banking, e-commerce, and even SMEs to protect their customers from cyber-attacks, reduce financial losses, and build stronger digital trust.
“Our collaboration with Nabstract reinforces PLDT Enterprise’s mission to drive innovation and security in the digital space, for institutions across industries. With our GSMA Open Gateway API Certification, we are taking bold steps toward future-proofing businesses with seamless, fraud-resistant solutions – enabling them to serve their customers with confidence,” said Nico Alcoseba, First Vice President and Head of Product Management, PLDT Enterprise.
Future-Proofing Network Security with Open Gateway APIs
Nabstract brings its expertise in secure network connections and API-based tools to help enterprises easily integrate anti-fraud systems, network performance management, and quality control solutions. This partnership provides businesses with access to next-generation network intelligence that enhances security and user experience.
Through the Service Exposure Platform (SEP) built into Smart’s network infrastructure, this partnership gives businesses access to next-generation security tools. Whether it’s banks preventing unauthorized access, e-commerce platforms reducing cart abandonment by removing OTP friction, or SMEs ensuring secure customer logins, these API-based innovations are helping build a stronger and more secure digital economy for the Philippines.
Strengthening Cybersecurity and Digital Trust
With the GSMA Open Gateway API Certification, PLDT Enterprise continues to lead in developing new ways to protect digital transactions, ensuring businesses can proactively defend against digital fraud while optimizing network performance.
“We trust PLDT Enterprise as a key player in delivering secure and innovative digital solutions. Through this partnership, we aim to empower businesses with scalable, efficient, and highly secure network API integrations,” said Vaibhav Mehta, Founder and Director, Nabstract.
From left to right: Mark Dommel Geronimo, Head of Wireless Product Development at PLDT Enterprise; Mickey Ruiz, Senior Manager and Head of Enterprise Innovations and Product Development, PLDT Enterprise; John Gonzales, First Vice President & Head, Enterprise Consulting & Strategic Business Development, PLDT Enterprise; Vaibhav Mehta, Founder & Director, Nabstract; Nico Alcoseba, First Vice President and Head of Product Management, PLDT Enterprise; Amet Zalameda, Head of Network Transformation Strategy Office, Smart Communications Inc.; Noemi Santos, Assistant Vice President and Head of Enterprise Wireless Platforms, PLDT Enterprise; Maria Elizabeth Soriano, Product Manager, PLDT Enterprise
This milestone builds on PLDT Enterprise’s ongoing efforts to support the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by enabling businesses to thrive in a digitally safe and inclusive economy.
Award-winning roadshow champions tech accessibility for businesses nationwide
PLDT Enterprise, the corporate arm of PLDT, has been recognized at the prestigious 2025 International Business Awards (IBA) for its successful launch of Tech Week PH, the telco group’s first multi-city technology roadshow designed to advance digital inclusion, ecosystem collaboration, and technology adoption in high-growth regions across the Philippines.
The Stevie® Awards, organizers of the IBAs, are the world’s premier business awards, honoring the achievements and positive contributions of organizations and professionals worldwide since 2002. The International Business Awards® are open to all organizations across the globe and celebrate accomplishments in all aspects of work life.
Tech Week PH 2025, which won Bronze in the Art, Entertainment & Public – Roadshow category, brought together startups, developers, government stakeholders, enterprise leaders, and other regional ecosystem players in an education and business platform that connected them with global technology partners. Each stop was tailored to local contexts and sector-specific needs to make enterprise technology more relatable, actionable, and inclusive.
The roadshow was held in Davao and Cebu featuring panel forums, technical workshops, and solution showcases on cloud, AI, cybersecurity, and infrastructure. The event welcomed over 1,500 attendees from more than 500 companies across diverse industries nationwide, all eager to explore emerging trends in the regions and technologies to power their growth.
Mitch Locsin, First Vice President and Head of Enterprise Core Business at PLDT and Smart, emphasized that the recognition reflects the company’s mission to put customers at the center of everything it does.
“We wanted Tech Week PH to be a lasting, impactful experience for all participants—it really is a show of our commitment to our customers. By bringing relevant technologies and solutions directly to where our partners and clients operate, we ensure that no one is left behind in the country’s fast-paced digital transformation. This award is the fruit of our dedication to enabling businesses to grow, innovate, and thrive, wherever they are in the Philippines.”
Tech Week builds on the success of PLDT Enterprise’s PH Digicon, expanding its reach to key provincial growth centers and ensuring that businesses nationwide can access cutting-edge solutions and insights. The program aligns with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth) and SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure).
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Haier Philippines successfully staged its inaugural Haier Half Marathon 2025, gathering 2,500 runners, families, fitness groups, and partner organizations for a vibrant celebration of wellness and community service. More than just a sporting event, the marathon highlighted Haier’s commitment to promoting active lifestyles while extending meaningful support to local communities.
This year’s run championed a special cause through Haier’s CSR initiative for the Father Saturnino Home for the Elderly. As part of its advocacy on community care, Haier will provide essential goods and food supplies to help sustain the daily needs of the elderly residents. The initiative reflects Haier’s belief that true innovation is most impactful when it uplifts lives, especially those in vulnerable sectors.
The event featured 21K, 10K, and 5K race categories, encouraging participants of all skill levels to push their limits and enjoy a safe, well-managed route supported by hydration stations, medical teams, and lively on-ground entertainment.
Adding to the excitement, runners and spectators immersed themselves in Haier’s interactive product activity zones, which offered fun games, challenges, and engaging appliance demonstrations. Participants enjoyed hands-on experiences with Haier’s latest innovations and took home exciting freebies and exclusive giveaways, making the marathon not just a race but a full lifestyle experience.
Supported by Valued Sponsors and Partners
Haier Philippines extends its gratitude to its event sponsors and partners, whose support ensured a seamless, energetic, and memorable experience for all participants.
A Run Toward a Better Tomorrow
With the success of the Haier Half Marathon 2025, Haier strengthens its long-term mission to champion wellness, inspire active living, and expands its community development initiatives.
The brand looks forward to creating more platforms where innovation, compassion, and community spirit come together.
For Haier Philippines, the message is clear:
When people run with purpose, entire communities move forward.
The Haier Run 2025 Half Marathon: For Future Possibilities, was held on November 15, 2025 at Block 20, MOA Complex, Seaside Blvd., Pasay City.
Haier Run 2025 Half Marathon: For Future Possibilities was held on November 15, 2025 at Block 20, MOA Complex, Seaside Blvd., Pasay City.
The Haier Run 2025 Half Marathon race was participated by diverse persons from diverse communities in the country and beyond.
RSRJ Events Management has encoded the official results of the 828, 721, and 997 runners for the 21KM, 10KM, and 5KM Category, respectively, of the Haier Run 2025 Half Marathon.
Haier Run 2025 Half Marathon Epic Prizes for Category Winners
21KM Winners:
1st Place (Male & Female) – Run and Trip to China + Haier Window Type Inverter Aircon 2nd Place (Male & Female) – Haier T-Door Ref 3rd place (Male & Femaile) – Haier Top Load Washing Machine.
10K Winners:
1st Place (Male & Female) – 43″ Smart TV
5K Winners:
1st Place (Male & Female) – Window Type Aircon
All Runners (5K, 10K, and 21K) are automatically entered to win awesome raffle prizes, including a Gas Range, Top Load Washing Machine, and Personal Refrigerators!
As blogger/influencer, I participated and finished the race for the 5KM category of the successful Haier Run 2025 Half Marathon: For Future Possibilities, held on November 15, 2025.
