Leading software firm Multisys wins at the 2025 International Business Awards

Manila, Philippines—Multisys Technologies Corporation, a leading Filipino software solutions company under the PLDT Group, has been recognized at the 2025 International Business Awards (IBA), the world’s premier business recognition program and biggest and most prestigious Stevie Awards program. On its 15th year anniversary, Multisys has been named a Bronze Stevie Award Honoree under the Company of the Year - Computer Software category.

The IBA, known for its rigorous judging and global prestige, drew over 3,800 nominations from 78 countries and territories, reviewed by more than 250 industry leaders worldwide. With this honor, Multisys joins a select list of Filipino powerhouse organizations recognized under the “Company of the Year” category.

“This international Stevie recognition is a proud moment for Multisys and the entire PLDT Group,” Multisys CEO Vic Tria said. “It is a celebration of our 15-year journey of software innovation, of helping build digital foundations for enterprises and government institutions in the Philippines and the Asia-Pacific region. It is not just for our team, but for Filipino technology talent as a whole–reminding and encouraging us that world-class technology can be proudly Filipino.”

Now celebrating its 15th anniversary, Multisys continues to expand its global footprint through software innovations and strategic partnerships. The company recently renewed its ISO/IEC 27001:2022 certification for Information Security Management Systems (ISMS), reaffirming its commitment to the highest standards of cybersecurity and data protection.

Multisys has also strengthened its partnerships with global tech giants—becoming an official technology partner of Google under the ‘Build’ category of the Google Cloud Partner Program, and a ‘Consulting and Implementation’ Partner of Silicon Valley-based ServiceNow, enabling it to deliver AI-driven and cloud-integrated solutions for enterprises across various industries.

These partnerships complement Multisys’ work with PLDT Enterprise, co-developing telco-integrated platforms powered by its solid suite of digital solutions—from enterprise portals and payment systems to dealer management and order portals.

Beyond the Philippines, Multisys is also extending its impact internationally, working with Brunei’s largest telco, DST. The two co-develop Brunei’s first-ever Super App.

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Join PetroSync ASME Training — Elevate Skills, Drive Engineering Excellence

 Join PetroSync ASME Training to sharpen skills, enhance team performance, and lead with confidence in the fast-paced oil and gas industry.

The Cost of Standing Still in a Rapid Industry

In today’s oil and gas landscape, speed defines success. While competitors invest in upskilling their teams and mastering new standards, many companies remain hesitant — waiting for the “right time.” But in engineering, waiting is what costs the most. The price of inaction often shows up as project delays, safety issues, and missed business opportunities.

Every leader knows that one small error in design or maintenance can translate into millions of dollars lost. That’s why forward-thinking companies are turning to ASME-certified training to stay ahead. When your competitors are evolving, standing still means falling behind.

Where Engineering Standards Define Market Leadership

Precision is no longer a luxury — it’s the baseline for market survival. As regulations become stricter and client expectations grow, aligning your team with global ASME standards is the smartest move you can make.

Whether it’s maintaining boiler integrity through the ASME Section I training, ensuring piping reliability with the ASME B31.3 training, or mastering vessel safety under the ASME Section VIII training, every certification equips your engineers with the precision and confidence to lead complex projects — not follow them.

ASME Training: Turning Technical Skill into Strategic Advantage

Imagine this: a single training investment today can boost your team’s productivity by up to 30%, improve operational efficiency by 25%, and cut maintenance-related costs by nearly 20% — numbers proven across industries through continuous learning and smart automation, including the adoption of AI-driven chatbots for technical support and documentation.

At PetroSync, we believe technical excellence must go hand-in-hand with strategic growth. Our ASME PCC-2 training focuses on repair and maintenance standards that help your team make real-time, data-driven decisions — reducing downtime, enhancing safety, and driving long-term savings.

Build Confidence. Lead Innovation. Outpace the Rest.

The difference between a company that survives and one that leads is the willingness to invest in people. By joining PetroSync’s ASME training, you’re not just building skills — you’re creating leaders who think critically, act decisively, and execute with precision.

From understanding ASME codes to implementing real-world applications, each program is designed to help you and your team elevate competence, boost credibility, and accelerate business growth.

The question is no longer if you should upgrade — it’s how soon before your competitors do.

About PetroSync Global Internasional

PetroSync was established in Singapore in 2010 and began its expansion into Indonesia in 2013. To this day, PetroSync has become a leading oil and gas training provider, with a participant passing rate as high as 90%.

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OPINYON | Perangat and the Power of Identity: Why Culture Is Still the Path to Asenso

via Bhal Abad Cabrera | November 9, 2025 | TriMedia Digital

The Perangat Festival 2025, themed “Sayaw sa Pag-Asenso,” ended with thunderous applause — yet its truest lesson surfaced only after the music faded: real progress, or Asenso, begins not with infrastructure, but with identity.

Perangat reminded Misamis Occidental that culture is not an ornament. It is our compass. Every choreography, drumbeat, and woven textile carried the resilience of the Subanen people and the collective memory of communities that have survived, rebuilt, and continued to hope. In a rapidly modernizing world, Perangat became an anchor — pointing Misamisnons back to unity, dignity, and cultural rootedness.

The performers breathed life into these stories: dancers as narrators of who we are, instrumentalists as keepers of rhythm from Malindang to Panguil Bay, and propsmen and creative teams as quiet architects of imagination. Their work affirmed that identity is not a luxury — it is lived and expressed every day.

But this year’s festival succeeded not only because of those onstage.

Equally invaluable were the Organizing and Working Committees, who ensured smooth logistics from rehearsals to the final performance. The medical responders, always on standby, safeguarded every participant and spectator. The security forces maintained peace and order throughout the celebration, allowing families, tourists, and locals to enjoy the event safely. The production crew, media teams, and content creators became memory keepers — capturing stories, amplifying voices, and bringing Perangat to homes across the province and beyond. And the festivalgoers themselves, thousands in number, transformed the celebration into a living proof that culture thrives when the community shows up.

Under Governor Henry S. Oaminal and the Asenso leadership, development has always meant progress felt by ordinary people. Perangat deepened this truth:

Asenso is cultural.

Asenso is collective.

Asenso draws strength from identity.

Economic growth without cultural grounding is hollow. Culture is the invisible infrastructure that gives meaning to the visible ones — strengthening community spirit, shaping pride, and inspiring shared purpose.

Perangat’s greatest triumph was not a trophy, but clarity: that sustainable progress is built by people who know who they are.

Misamis Occidental rises not because it forgets its roots — but because it carries them forward. 

OZAMIZ CITY: THE GRAND CHAMPION OF PERANGAT FESTIVAL 2025

via Bhal Abad Cabrera | November 9, 2025

MISAMIS OCCIDENTAL — Ozamiz City was declared the champion of the Perangat Festival 2025 Grand Dance Showdown, securing the top cash prize of ₱2,000,000 after delivering one of the most polished and visually striking performances in this year’s competition.

Represented by the Ozamiz City School of Arts and Trades (OCSAT) contingent, the city also swept key technical awards, winning Best in Costume (₱50,000) and Best Music Champion (₱100,000). Their routine stood out for its coordinated choreography, vibrant costume design, and strong musical arrangement.

The Dance Showdown featured several contingents from Mindanao, each presenting cultural themes and festival concepts before a large audience.

Dance Showdown Results:

 • Champion – Ozamiz City (₱2,000,000)

 • 1st Runner-Up – Oroquieta City (₱1,800,000)

 • 2nd Runner-Up – Zamboanga Sibugay (₱1,500,000)

 • 3rd Runner-Up – Surigao City (₱1,200,000)

 • 4th Runner-Up – Zamboanga City (₱1,000,000)

In the Street Dance Competition, host Oroquieta City claimed the championship and the ₱750,000 prize, while Ozamiz City placed as 4th Runner-Up with a ₱100,000 award.

Street Dance Results:

 • Champion – Oroquieta City (₱750,000)

 • 1st Runner-Up – Zamboanga Sibugay (₱500,000)

 • 2nd Runner-Up – Surigao City (₱300,000)

 • 3rd Runner-Up – MisOcc Merged Contingent 1 (₱200,000)

 • 4th Runner-Up – Ozamiz City (₱100,000)

Technical Awards:

 • Best in Costume – Ozamiz City (₱50,000)

 • Best Music Champion – Ozamiz City (₱100,000)

 • Best Music 2nd Place – MisOcc Merged 1 Distrito Uno (₱80,000)

 • Best Music 3rd Place – Oroquieta City (₱50,000)

The Perangat Festival continues to serve as a major cultural showcase in Misamis Occidental, bringing together performers from various cities and provinces to highlight artistic expression, traditional narratives, and regional pride. This year’s event placed Ozamiz City at the forefront of the celebration with its dominant performance in the main dance arena. 

Apeiron Recognized as One of Southeast Asia’s Fastest-Growing Enterprises at the ASEAN SME100 Awards 2025

 

 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia — October 16, 2025 — Apeiron, a leading next-generation professional services firm, has been honored at the ASEAN SME100 Awards 2025 for its exceptional growth and innovation. The ceremony, held at One World Hotel in Kuala Lumpur, celebrates Southeast Asia’s top-performing enterprises. The award was received by Joscel Delos Cielos, Chairman and Chief Business Officer of Apeiron, highlighting the firm’s growing impact on business transformation across the ASEAN region.

Organized by Business Media International (BMI), in collaboration with the ASEAN Business Advisory Council (ASEAN-BAC), the ASEAN SME100 Awards recognize companies that demonstrate measurable growth, strong leadership, innovation, and corporate responsibility. Each nominee undergoes a thorough evaluation of both performance metrics and qualitative strengths.

This recognition reinforces Apeiron’s position as a trusted professional services partner, delivering solutions that combine technology-driven strategies with end-to-end services. With a presence in Singapore, Hong Kong, the British Virgin Islands, and the Cayman Islands, the firm helps businesses optimize operations, strengthen performance, and achieve sustainable growth.

“This award reflects our team’s dedication to creating lasting impact,” said Joscel Delos Cielos. “At Apeiron, success starts with people. It inspires us to continue providing solutions that help our clients and communities thrive across Southeast Asia and beyond”

Apeiron’s approach blends innovation, strategy, and execution to deliver tangible results in fast-changing markets. The award also underscores the firm’s commitment to shaping the future of professional services in Southeast Asia, where SMEs drive regional innovation and growth.

By leveraging its deep market insights, Apeiron supports enterprises in adapting, scaling, and thriving amid evolving business challenges. With integrity, collaboration, and purpose at its core, the firm continues to expand its regional presence, strengthen partnerships, and empower businesses to build a future-ready, people-centered business environment.

About Apeiron Consultancy Inc.

Apeiron is a next-generation professional services firm driving business transformation across Southeast Asia and beyond, with a growing presence in the Philippines, Singapore, Hong Kong, the British Virgin Islands (BVI), and the Cayman Islands.

 

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PR1ME Z, a Philippine Direct Selling Company, Holds All-Expenses-Paid Travel Incentive in Da Nang, Vietnam

Da Nang, Vietnam — The spirit of success and celebration was in full swing as top distributors of the Philippine direct selling company PR1ME Z flew to Da Nang, Vietnam for an unforgettable all-expenses-paid travel incentive.

The group explored Da Nang’s top attractions including Bà Nà Hills, home of the world-famous Golden Bridge, as well as Dragon Bridge, Sơn Trà Peninsula, and Mỹ Khê Beach, one of Vietnam’s most stunning coastlines.

Distributors described the trip as “well-planned and full of activities.” The tour was packed with exciting itineraries, delicious Vietnamese food, and fun experiences, allowing participants to enjoy the beauty and culture of Vietnam to the fullest.

Adding to the premium experience, PR1ME Z provided exclusive coach buses for the group’s private transfers, ensuring comfort and convenience throughout the journey. Participants also stayed in beautiful hotel accommodations, which made the trip even more memorable.

As a special bonus, PR1ME Z gave pocket money to all qualified distributors, allowing them to enjoy shopping and bring home souvenirs from Vietnam’s vibrant markets.

For many, the Da Nang trip was more than just a reward — it was a once-in-a-lifetime experience that proved that dedication and teamwork truly lead to great rewards.

PR1ME Z continues to empower and inspire its members through recognition, travel incentives, and opportunities that celebrate hard work and success.

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Ozamiz Plots Bold Course to 2028: ‘Kanunay Asenso’ Governance Drives City’s Visionary Growth Plan

via Bhal Abad Cabrera | November 7, 2028

OZAMIZ CITY, Philippines – With its signature “Kanunay Asenso” momentum, Ozamiz City is once again charting a forward-looking course for inclusive development as city officials, planners, and local stakeholders gathered for a strategic session of the City Development Council (CDC) on November 6, 2025, at the Asenso Ozamiz Session Hall.

Presided over by Mayor Sam Norman Fuentes, the meeting put a sharp focus on long-term planning anchored in the city’s proactive governance style — one that prioritizes community engagement, transparent fiscal management, and sustainable urban transformation.

At the heart of the agenda was the revision of the Comprehensive Development Investment Program (CDIP) for 2025–2028, a crucial policy blueprint aligning the city’s medium-term projects with both emerging local demands and the Asenso administration’s core development agenda.

Equally significant was the reprogramming of unspent appropriations from the 20% Development Fund (2019–2024) — a move ensuring that public funds are optimized for high-impact infrastructure, social services, and livelihood programs that directly benefit grassroots communities.

The council also reviewed the endorsement of proposed projects for possible funding under the Provincial and Regional Development Councils (PDC and RDC), further positioning Ozamiz as an active player in the broader landscape of Northern Mindanao’s growth and cooperation.

Mayor Fuentes underscored that the city’s development direction rests on “participatory planning and accountability” — principles that define the Asenso brand of governance.

“We are not only planning for progress; we are building it every day through collaborative action,” Fuentes said in his message to council members and stakeholders.

As Ozamiz continues to balance fiscal discipline with ambitious local initiatives, the city’s development council reaffirmed its commitment to turning “Kanunay Asenso” from a slogan into a lived reality — a governance ethos that translates vision into measurable change for every Ozamiznon.

In essence, Ozamiz City isn’t just planning for the future — it’s shaping it, deliberately and decisively, one inclusive policy at a time.

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Stay ahead of competitors with PetroSync ASME Training — empowering your team with precision, safety, and operational excellence.

When Competitors Move Faster, Do You Stay Still or Lead?

In today’s energy landscape, the competition doesn’t wait. While your company is busy solving yesterday’s challenges, others are already preparing for tomorrow — upgrading their technical standards, automating their systems, and refining their operations. The question is: will you keep up, or lead the transformation?

In the oil and gas industry, precision isn’t optional — it’s survival. Every engineer, every project manager, and every decision-maker plays a role in ensuring safety, reliability, and compliance. Without the right foundation of knowledge, even the smallest technical gap can turn into a costly setback.

This is where PetroSync ASME Training steps in — not just to teach standards, but to help you master the systems that define industry leadership.

Turning Technical Knowledge into Strategic Power

Training is often seen as a cost. But what if it’s your most profitable investment? Through programs like ASME PCC-2 training and ASME Section I training, you don’t just learn technical codes — you learn how to make decisions that save time, money, and risk.

A well-trained team doesn’t just perform better; it performs smarter. Studies show that companies with continuous technical training experience up to 24% higher team productivity and 20% faster project completion rates. That’s not just efficiency — it’s competitive power.

From Pressure to Precision — The ASME Standard Advantage

Imagine managing a project where every weld, every vessel, and every pipeline meets international quality expectations — not because of luck, but because your team knows exactly what’s required by ASME B31.3 training and ASME Section VIII training.

These standards are more than checklists; they’re strategic tools for operational excellence. Organizations that align with ASME frameworks report up to 30% fewer safety incidents and significant reductions in maintenance costs due to improved inspection and repair practices.

The truth? Competitors who invest in these trainings don’t just meet standards — they set them.

The Smart Future: Leadership, Data, and AI Efficiency

Leadership today means being adaptable — not only in engineering but also in how teams communicate and make decisions. Forward-thinking companies are now blending technical mastery with digital intelligence. Integrating AI tools like chatbots, for example, has proven to increase team efficiency by 35% and reduce operational costs by up to 25%.

This isn’t about replacing human expertise; it’s about amplifying it. By combining human precision with AI efficiency and ASME standardization, leaders are shaping a future where safety, speed, and scalability coexist.

Lead the Change — Join PetroSync ASME Training

Your competitors are not waiting, and neither should you. Lead with confidence. Build with precision. Join PetroSync’s globally recognized ASME programs — where technical expertise meets leadership growth.

About PetroSync Global Internasional

PetroSync was established in Singapore in 2010 and began its expansion into Indonesia in 2013. To this day, PetroSync has become a leading oil and gas training provider, with a participant passing rate as high as 90%.

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Trade More, Trade Longer: TradingPRO Expands Market Access for Filipino Traders

 

 

TradingPRO has announced an expansion of its trading operations, offering extended trading hours and a wider selection of financial instruments to give Filipino traders greater flexibility and access to more global markets. The upgrade is part of TradingPRO’s continuous effort to meet the growing needs of active traders who require broader market exposure and seamless execution around the clock.

More Markets, More Opportunities

With the addition of new instruments, TradingPRO users can now diversify across multiple asset classes — from traditional forex pairs to commodities and global indices. The expanded trading lineup includes minor and exotic currency pairs, energy products, and metals, enabling traders to optimize strategies across multiple markets.

Newly added categories include:

* Expanded Forex Pairs — Access to more minor and exotic currencies

* Commodities — Trade oil, gold, and silver with high liquidity

* Indices — Major global indices including NASDAQ, S&P 500, and Nikkei 225

These enhancements allow Filipino traders to take advantage of both regional and global market movements — anytime, anywhere.

Extended Trading Hours for Maximum Flexibility

TradingPRO has also expanded its market access hours, allowing traders to operate during overlapping global sessions.This ensures that traders following London, New York, or Asian time zones can execute trades at optimal times without missing key market opportunities.

The extended hours reflect TradingPRO’s mission to make professional trading tools and conditions available to all Filipino traders, regardless of their schedule or trading style.

Empowering Active Traders in the Philippines

By offering more trading options and extended hours, TradingPRO continues to strengthen its position as a trusted and innovative global broker.These upgrades not only enhance trader convenience but also support the platform’s vision of providing institutional-grade access to retail traders in the Philippines and beyond.

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Misamis Occidental Emerges as Mindanao’s Sole Top Performer in National Revenue Growth Rankings

via Bhal Abad Cabrera | November 5, 2025

Ozamiz City, Philippines — Misamis Occidental is once again rewriting the narrative of what a small Mindanao province can achieve, emerging as the only province in the island to break into the Top 10 nationwide for Year-on-Year Growth in Local Source Revenues for FY 2024. The recognition was formally given during the Bureau of Local Government Finance (BLGF)’s 38th Anniversary Stakeholders’ Recognition Program on November 5 at SMX Convention Center Aura, Taguig City.

But beyond the applause and the plaque lies a deeper story—a province that transformed fiscal discipline into a development model, and local governance into a measurable, data-backed shift.

According to BLGF, Misamis Occidental posted a 53.54% increase in locally sourced revenues, earning 8th place nationwide and setting itself apart as Mindanao’s lone entry in the elite lineup. This comes after its strong performance in 2023, where it ranked 5th in the same category—proof that this year’s surge is not an accident, but the result of sustained fiscal reform and institutional strengthening.

Under the leadership of Governor Henry S. Oaminal, the Asenso Misamis Occidental governance framework has focused on transparent financial management, consistent revenue enforcement, and strategic modernization of tax systems. The province’s revenue climb—remarkable in both scale and consistency—reflects a government capable of mobilizing resources without imposing heavier burdens on the public, while steadily expanding essential services.

During the ceremony, Acting Provincial Treasurer Yvonne Clamohoy and Provincial Assessor Nepthaly Leo Adlaon received the award on behalf of the province. They were joined by department heads and provincial doctors who have helped integrate fiscal performance with broader development priorities—from health to agriculture to economic resilience.

For governance analysts, this recognition is more than symbolic. It demonstrates that smaller provinces, often overshadowed by urban centers, can achieve national competitiveness when reforms are steady, data-driven, and rooted in public service.

For Misamisnons, it is an affirmation that the long-standing vision of a Malinawon, Malambuon, ug Malipayon province is no longer aspirational—it is becoming tangible, and now even reflected in national financial scorecards.

As provinces across the country grapple with shrinking IRA shares, inflationary pressures, and the demands of post-pandemic recovery, Misamis Occidental’s performance sends a clear message:

Fiscal excellence is possible when governance is both progressive and predictable.