The TNC Group, widely known for its dominance in esports and technology, is branching out into real estate with the launch of TNC Properties, its newest business arm.
The launch was held on November 8, 2025, at the TNC Office in Quezon City, where TNC Group and TNC Properties President Eric Redulfin said the move was driven by a vision to restore integrity in an industry often plagued by mistrust. He said the company aims to create a reliable platform for people who want fair and transparent property transactions.
Redulfin, who built TNC from an internet café brand into an esports powerhouse, said the same principles that fueled the company’s success will guide its real estate operations.
Joining him is Dindo Sarmiento, Vice President of TNC Properties, who brings almost 15 years of experience in real estate. A licensed broker and University of the East graduate, Sarmiento said TNC Properties seeks to connect investors, entrepreneurs, and families to opportunities that foster progress and community growth.
With its core philosophy of “Talk. Negotiate. Close. The TNC Way,” the company hopes to redefine real estate through trust, transparency, and genuine care for its clients.
Globe (PSE: GLO), a leading digital platform in the Philippines, today announced a strategic multi-year agreement with Amazon Web Services (AWS), an Amazon.com company (NASDAQ: AMZN), to enhance customer experiences across its telecommunications and digital services nationwide.
Through cloud native modernization and pioneering AI-Led CX Transformation, the partnership aims to accelerate Globe’s digital platform supremacy.
Vivien Lin, Chief Product Officer at @BingXOfficial, explains that this transition is driven by regulatory clarity, growing institutional participation, and the adoption of blockchain infrastructure by financial institutions.https://t.co/9g5IW9X1VA
The strategic partnership encompasses multiple initiatives across various Globe businesses, with AWS working closely with Globe on:
Cloud Infrastructure Modernization: Globe is expanding its cloud footprint through significant infrastructure investments, including enhanced disaster recovery capabilities and platform engineering improvements to champion network resiliency and support commercial initiatives.
Enhanced Customer Experience: Globe is modernizing its B2B systems and digital platforms, including new features for its GOMO service and implementing advanced consent and preference management systems to deliver more personalized customer experiences.
Network Innovation: Globe is collaborating with AWS to transform its network management systems and implement innovative solutions for SIM activation and porting capabilities.
Real-time Operations: The partnership will enable real-time campaign management and data streaming capabilities, improving Globe’s ability to serve customers with targeted, timely and relevant offerings.
Customer Experience AI-Led Transformation: Globe is driving CX improvements through AWS investments in AI-powered solutions for customer lifecycle/value management, a customer voicebot built on an AWS AI Landing zone.
The renewed agreement builds on Globe’s adoption of cloud technologies to modernize its network, strengthen data security, and create more seamless customer journeys.
With AI and digital platforms as growth enablers, Globe is paving the way for new solutions that can improve customer service and expand digital inclusion across the country.
“Customers today expect seamless digital experiences, and our strengthened partnership with AWS ensures Globe continues to deliver world-class connectivity and services that meet the evolving needs of Filipinos,” said Carl Cruz, President and CEO at Globe.
“By leveraging AWS’s advanced cloud capabilities and exploring AI-driven innovations across our operations, we’re positioning Globe to drive faster innovation, enhance operational efficiency through intelligent automation, and create more personalized experiences for our customers. This is about empowering Filipinos with the tools and AI-powered solutions they need to thrive in a fast-changing digital world.”
“Telecommunications companies are at the forefront of digital innovation, and Globe’s bold vision for cloud-enabled customer experiences demonstrates the transformative potential of this technology,” said Precious Lim, Country Manager, AWS Philippines.
“We’re excited to support Globe’s ambitious digital transformation journey and help them deliver innovative services to millions of customers across the Philippines.”
As part of this multi-year agreement, Globe will leverage various AWS services and solutions, including compute, storage, and advanced technologies, to accelerate its digital transformation initiatives while optimizing operational efficiency.
Zyxel Networks has introduced a new suite of cybersecurity features, including passwordless logins and AI-powered threat detection, designed to help small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) and managed service providers (MSPs) strengthen defenses without increasing complexity.
The company’s latest update adds Passkey login, an industry-first option that allows users to access Zyxel accounts using biometric authentication or device PINs instead of traditional passwords.
This eliminates the risk of stolen or phished credentials while improving ease of access across Zyxel services, including Nebula, SecuReporter, and myZyxel. Support for WiFi and remote VPN authentication through Nebula Cloud is also expected soon.
Zyxel’s move follows a surge in global cyberattacks, including a massive data leak earlier this year that exposed over 16 billion login credentials.
Despite most SMBs recognizing cybersecurity as essential, many still lack the tools and expertise to combat increasingly sophisticated threats.
The company is also enhancing its AI-driven protection suite. The AI-Protect system for USG FLEX H firewalls leverages machine learning to block zero-day and AI-based threats, while AI-Monitor and AI-Assist features in SecuReporter track abnormal device activity and generate automated reports.
Zyxel said the innovations aim to simplify security management and help organizations focus on business growth while staying protected.
Former senator and boxing legend Manny Pacquiao has entered the fintech arena with the launch of Manny Pay, a new digital payment platform under 7th Pillar Integration Systems Corp., designed to offer Filipinos a secure and low-cost alternative for cashless transactions.
Initially operating as a payment gateway, Manny Pay aims to evolve into a full-fledged e-wallet and remittance service, 7th Pillar president and CEO Marc Bundalian said during the launch event Thursday night.
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) has granted the platform a temporary license, giving the company 30 days to meet all compliance requirements before a permanent license is issued.
Pacquiao, who chairs 7th Pillar, said the idea for Manny Pay came from a casual dinner conversation. “Someone asked, ‘Who’s gonna pay?’ and they said, ‘Manny Pay,’” he recalled, laughing.
The platform, powered by Amazon Web Services, prioritizes data protection and reliability, with Bundalian emphasizing a “slow but steady” rollout to avoid security lapses common among e-wallets.
Manny Pay users will soon be able to pay for utilities, tolls, and other services, with lower transaction fees than competitors.
Once fully licensed, the company plans to expand into fund transfers and remittances for overseas Filipino workers.
Couchbase has announced benchmark results showing its Hyperscale Vector Index (HVI) significantly outperformed MongoDB Atlas in billion-scale AI workloads, boasting up to 350 times faster performance and 93 percent recall accuracy.
The independent test, conducted using the industry-standard VectorDBBench tool, evaluated both databases across datasets containing up to one billion vectors.
Couchbase reportedly achieved over 700 queries per second (QPS) with sub-second latency, while MongoDB delivered just two QPS at comparable accuracy levels.
Couchbase said its performance edge comes from its use of DiskANN and Vamana algorithms, enabling efficient nearest-neighbor searches across distributed memory and disk partitions.
At optimized speed settings, the company recorded 19,057 QPS with 28-millisecond latency and 66 percent recall, compared to MongoDB’s six QPS and 62.6-second latency.
CEO BJ Schaknowski said the findings highlight how database architecture directly impacts the scalability and responsiveness of enterprise AI applications.
The tests were performed on identical Amazon Web Services infrastructure, and Couchbase 8.0—with the new HVI capabilities—is now generally available for on-premises, cloud, and edge deployments.
Life has become one giant performance, with people curating perfect photos and overly polished videos just to prove they are “living their best lives.” But the newly launched realme 15 Series 5G aims to smash that illusion. Instead of picture-perfect lies, realme wants you to #LiveForReal—raw, unfiltered, and unscripted. The brand claims its pro-level cameras will capture every detail, even the ones people might want to hide. And that’s exactly why this release is stirring conversations.
Cameras That Refuse to Lie
The realme 15 Series 5G doesn’t just come with cameras; it comes with cameras designed to keep up with reality. Packing a triple 50MP AI setup with 4K video recording, the device promises to capture everything—whether it’s the breathtaking colors of a Manila Bay sunset or the awkward chaos of a messy dinner table with friends.
Its main sensor, equipped with Sony imaging technology and a Nightscape engine, claims to make low-light photography effortless. That means no more hiding behind dim lights in bars or blurry night photos—every detail will be laid bare. For those who love group shots or wide sceneries, the wide-angle lens makes sure no one is left out of the frame, whether you like it or not.
Filters That Expose, Not Conceal
Unlike traditional filters that blur imperfections, the realme 15 Series 5G doubles down on revealing moods and authenticity. The device offers creative filter modes like:
Mountain: Enhances natural greens and forest sceneries.
Island: Tailored for cloudy beach days, exposing raw tones.
City: Captures street life and urban grit in full vibrancy.
For fans of artistry, realme even added effects that transform everyday lights into starbursts and heart-shaped patterns, turning fleeting, raw moments into permanent keepsakes. To further amplify emotion, Deja Vu and Retro filters create softer nostalgic moods, while the built-in MagicGlow light automatically adjusts brightness to keep subjects naturally visible.
And then there’s the 50MP front camera—a selfie shooter designed to strip away the “perfect Instagram face” trend. Instead, it captures raw laughs, wrinkled brows, and every moment of emotion without compromise. With its shake-to-open feature, there’s no excuse to miss a moment—authentic or otherwise.
Party Mode That Refuses to Fade
No matter how wild the party or dim the venue, the AI Party Mode promises to keep every detail alive in photos and videos. It amplifies colors, sharpens tones, and delivers clarity even when the lighting is far from perfect. Whether it’s concerts, birthdays, or chaotic afterparties, the phone ensures the memories stay vibrant—and sometimes painfully real.
But realme doesn’t stop at photos. It’s collaborating with Hollyland and Fujifilm to make sure moments aren’t just captured but also experienced fully:
The Hollyland Lark A1 wireless microphone delivers crystal-clear audio, letting people relive every laugh, cheer, or awkward karaoke note without distortion.
The Fujifilm Instax mini Link 3 printer allows fans to print their rawest snapshots instantly, making them impossible to edit, filter, or hide behind digital screens.
These partnerships reinforce realme’s controversial pitch: the best memories are often the most unpolished ones.
Vivien Lin, Chief Product Officer at @BingXOfficial, explains that this transition is driven by regulatory clarity, growing institutional participation, and the adoption of blockchain infrastructure by financial institutions.https://t.co/9g5IW9X1VA
The realme 15 Series 5G officially launched on September 16, 2025, but fans can still pre-order until September 26 in partner stores nationwide. Each pre-order comes bundled with freebies worth up to ₱3,897, including a TechLife Smart Band Fit, TechLife Clip-On Earbuds 2, and a 1-Year Screen Damage Protection Plan.
While freebies are attractive, the bigger message here is clear: realme wants people to stop staging their lives and start showing them as they are. The question is—are people truly ready to drop the filters?
Why This Launch Feels Different
Unlike other smartphone launches that hype hardware and design, the realme 15 Series 5G openly challenges social media culture. By positioning itself as the device that reveals authenticity instead of hiding flaws, realme is stirring a debate.
On one side, fans who crave genuine storytelling are excited—finally, a camera that doesn’t demand perfection. On the other, critics argue this push for authenticity may expose too much, leaving people vulnerable in a world that thrives on curation. After all, do we really want every wrinkle, unflattering angle, or messy background immortalized in 4K clarity?
The Cultural Clash Behind the Camera
This launch is not just about specs; it’s a cultural critique disguised as a smartphone release. By branding the campaign #LiveForReal, realme taps into growing frustration with fake perfection online. People are tired of influencers selling illusions. Yet, the harsh truth is that rawness doesn’t always sell—it can be uncomfortable, even embarrassing.
If the realme 15 Series 5G succeeds, it could shift how people use their phones, encouraging them to post unfiltered, unedited content. If it fails, it could become another reminder that society isn’t quite ready to ditch the mask.
The Verdict
The realme 15 Series 5G doesn’t just promise cutting-edge technology—it delivers a social experiment. Its 50MP pro-level cameras, AI Party Mode, wide creative filters, and collaborative accessories all point toward one goal: to force people to live and share life authentically.
But authenticity comes at a cost. While this device will certainly capture breathtaking sunsets and priceless candid smiles, it will also immortalize messy kitchens, imperfect selfies, and nights you might not want to remember.
The bigger question for consumers isn’t whether this phone takes great photos—it’s whether they’re truly ready to be seen as they are. Because with the realme 15 Series 5G, hiding behind filters might just become impossible.
Life today is often viewed through staged filters and scripted moments, yet the upcoming realme 15 Series 5G aims to capture authenticity as it unfolds. With its advanced camera system, the new Number Series inspires fans to embrace life as it happens, encouraging everyone to #LiveForReal.
Pro-Level Cameras That Keep Up With Life
The realme 15 Series 5G features a triple 50MP AI camera setup with 4K video recording, ready to capture both the extraordinary and the everyday moments. From the golden sunsets along Manila Bay to the quiet joy of Sunday coffee with family, every frame tells a story in rich, true-to-life detail.
Low-light moments are no challenge – thanks to the Series’ main rear cameras, which use Sony sensors, and a Nightscape engine that produces brighter and more detailed photos, perfect for capturing city lights after dark or a cozy dinner with friends. They also come with wide-angle cameras that expand the field of view, making it easy to capture group photos and panoramic landscapes in one take. And for those who want a touch of artistry, creative filters add flair by transforming lights into whimsical starbursts and heart-shaped patterns, turning casual snapshots into cutesy keepsakes.
On top of these lighting effects, fans can explore a range of camera filters designed to enhance every shot, making them perfect for travel and adventure. Options include Mountain, which brightens forest and park scenes; Island, tailored for slightly dimmer conditions such as cloudy beach days; and City, ideal for capturing vibrant street views or cozy cafés.
For added creativity, soft light filters like Deja Vu and Retro bring a unique mood to photos, with their MagicGlow fill light automatically activating when these modes are used.
For fans whose everyday moments are filled with people and emotions, the 50MP selfie camera shines brightest. Whether it’s a reunion, a milestone, or simply sharing laughter with friends, the camera preserves authenticity in every shot, because the rawest smiles and unscripted glances are often the ones that matter most.
And what makes the experience even more exciting is the convenience of its shake-to-open feature, where a simple shake of the phone launches the camera app instantly.
Vivien Lin, Chief Product Officer at @BingXOfficial, explains that this transition is driven by regulatory clarity, growing institutional participation, and the adoption of blockchain infrastructure by financial institutions.https://t.co/9g5IW9X1VA
For moments that span from personal milestones to unforgettable concerts, AI Party Mode ensures celebrations appear as vibrant on-screen as they feel in the moment. By enhancing colors, tones, and clarity even in dimly lit settings, it preserves the energy of nights meant to be remembered.
To add more ways of keeping memories alive and encourage the Squad to share their most authentic moments, realme partnered with Hollyland and Fujifilm – the Hollyland Lark A1 wireless microphone ensures every story is heard with crystal clarity, while the Instax mini Link 3 printer turns digital snapshots into tangible keepsakes. Together, these collaborations echo the campaign’s goal: to capture, share, and relive moments that feel most real.
Exclusive Pre-Order Perks Await
The realme 15 Series 5G officially launches on September 16, 2025. Fans can now pre-order from September 1 to 26 at realme’s partner stores nationwide. Each pre-order comes with freebies worth up to P3,897, including a TechLife Smart Band Fit, TechLife Clip-On Earbuds 2, and a 1-Year Screen Damage Protection Plan, giving fans more ways to enjoy the realme experience.
For more updates on the realme 15 Series 5G, follow realme’s official website and Facebook page.
Think pouring millions into IT modernization guarantees business success? Think again. A shocking new global study reveals that while top executives are racing to modernize their IT systems, most are stumbling over the same old hurdles, including cybersecurity threats, data chaos, and skill shortages, leaving huge budgets burning with limited returns.
The report, sponsored by Rocket Software and conducted by IDC, surveyed over 800 IT decision-makers from nine countries. Their responses suggest a glaring mismatch between ambition and execution. Nearly two-thirds of C-suite leaders claim IT modernization is a high priority. Companies are planning to allocate up to 30% of their IT budgets over the next two years. But despite these lofty numbers, actual outcomes are lagging dangerously behind expectations.
The cynicism is not unwarranted. More than half of respondents identified cybersecurity as the biggest roadblock to modernization, while data quality and integration issues affect 43% of organizations. Meanwhile, 39% are struggling to train staff in essential AI and cloud skills. The more you dig into these statistics, the more it becomes clear that IT modernization without a precise strategy is often a money pit.
Operational efficiency, innovation acceleration, and customer satisfaction top the list of goals, but only a small fraction of organizations are achieving them. Firms with mature, integrated strategies across infrastructure, applications, data, security, people, and AI readiness are seeing double the gains of their peers. The rest are stuck, weighed down by technical debt, data silos, and a chronic shortage of qualified personnel.
So, what is going wrong? Many organizations are chasing flashy technologies, such as AI, automation, and hybrid cloud, without embedding these tools in a structured roadmap. As Michael Curry, President of Data Modernization at Rocket Software, explains, “True success comes when investments follow a clear, comprehensive modernization plan.” The takeaway is that technology alone is not enough, and strategy is everything.
Where Modernization Ambitions Meet Reality
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Fiveonefour Labs is making waves in the AI and developer tooling world. Here are five reasons why their recent $17 million funding round is turning heads:
Big Backers, Big Ambitions Dimension Capital led the round, joined by Stage 2 Capital, Flybridge Capital Partners, Ridge Ventures, Tokyo Black Venture Capital, Vermillion Cliffs, and several angel investors. This funding will accelerate AI agent development and enterprise adoption.
AI-Ready Data for Enterprises Enterprises are under pressure to modernize data systems as AI adoption skyrockets. Fiveonefour enables developer teams to deliver analytics infrastructure fast, powering AI insights at conversation speed. F45 Training already uses the platform for its Lionheart biometric analytics, boosting member engagement 2.5X.
The Moose Stack Advantage Fiveonefour’s open-source Moose Stack toolkit simplifies complex data infrastructure. Built in TypeScript and Python, it allows developers to integrate AI-ready analytics and operational data seamlessly. Install growth has doubled month over month.
Full Suite for Developers From Boreal’s cloud infrastructure to Sloan AI agents, Fiveonefour’s tools let human and agentic developers easily adopt specialized analytical systems. Supported technologies include ClickHouse, Kafka, RedPanda, Temporal, and Redis.
A Developer-First AI Future CEO Tim Delisle emphasizes that modern analytics demand flexible, high-performance infrastructure. With this new funding, Fiveonefour aims to become a core pillar of AI-powered developer experiences worldwide.
Fiveonefour is redefining how developers and AI agents build analytical backends. Learn more at fiveonefour.com.
The foldable phone wars just got more exciting as HONOR Philippines prepares to launch its sleekest innovation yet, the HONOR Magic V5, on September 5. Touted as the brand’s thinnest foldable device to date, this smartphone is set to rival the competition with standout features that blend style, power, and practicality.
Here’s why the HONOR Magic V5 deserves a spot on your tech radar:
1. The Slimmest Foldable HONOR Has Ever Made
Portability meets elegance with the HONOR Magic V5’s ultra-thin design. It promises a comfortable grip without compromising durability, making it easier to carry compared to other bulky foldables.
2. The Biggest Battery in Its Class
Battery anxiety? Not here. HONOR claims the Magic V5 carries the largest battery among foldable phones in the market right now, ensuring longer hours of uninterrupted use whether you’re gaming, streaming, or multitasking.
3. A Photography Powerhouse
Armed with the HONOR AI Falcon Camera System, the Magic V5 levels up mobile photography. It features a 64MP Periscope Telephoto Camera, a 50MP Wide Camera, and a 50MP Ultra-Wide Camera, giving users a versatile kit for crisp landscapes, detailed portraits, and impressive zoom shots.
4. AI-Enhanced Shooting Experience
It’s not just about megapixels. HONOR’s advanced AI image processing works behind the scenes to deliver professional-grade photos and videos in any lighting condition, setting the device apart from rivals in the foldable category.
5. A Launch You Can Witness Live
Tech enthusiasts can catch the grand reveal of the HONOR Magic V5 live on Facebook this September 5 via this link. HONOR executives promise a showcase that will set a new benchmark for foldable smartphones.
