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The much-anticipated Infinix Internship Program is back, and this time it’s highlighting rising Gen Z icon and celebrity intern Heart Ryan, who leads a double life by pursuing her showbiz dreams while remaining dedicated to her academic goals. Infinix Philippines is opening doors to bold, creative, and tech-savvy students.

Heart Ryan, who is currently enrolled in the University of Santo Tomas, College of Fine Arts and Design’s Industrial Design program, is the perfect example of an Infinix intern: youthful, ambitious, and enthusiastic about technology, creativity, and innovation. A bridge that only increased her excitement about the opportunity? Heart is a mobile gaming enthusiast, which makes her a perfect fit for Infinix, a company known for its gaming-ready smartphones. However, Infinix’s mission to make cutting-edge technology accessible to young people was what really drew her to the company—it perfectly matched her passion for design, innovation, and youth culture.

Her time with the brand offered more than just on-the-job training; it was a front-row seat to real-world marketing and event execution. “Interning at Infinix felt like being part of a real creative team, not just watching from the sidelines,” Heart shared. “From designing event layouts to helping bring booths to life, I saw my work go from concept to execution. And because Infinix is such a trendy tech brand, a lot of the tasks, especially the social media work, didn’t even feel like work. I was having fun while learning.”

Through the internship, Heart gained hands-on experience in key areas like social media, events, and brand strategy, while also building connections with seasoned industry professionals. Her journey is a testament to how the Infinix Internship Program goes beyond exposure; it provides real-world experience and mentorship that help shape future leaders in tech and marketing.

Now, Infinix is calling on third and fourth-year college students to follow in Heart Ryan’s footsteps and be part of a dynamic, trend-driven team. The program is open to students from any relevant course, with available roles in Marketing, Retail, Social Media, Events, Community, and Public Relations.

Selected interns can expect a monthly allowance, hands-on access to the brand’s latest tech, exclusive Infinix merchandise, and direct involvement in campaigns and major events from ideation to execution.

This is a creative playground for aspiring digital leaders and innovators, not just an internship. Are you prepared to launch your career with one of the nation’s most popular tech companies? Send your application by email to [email protected] or [email protected]. To stay informed, join the official Infinix Philippines Facebook page.

For more information, please visit: http://www.infinixmobility.com/

Filipino families are doing it all these days. They’re working, learning, managing internet companies, producing content, and maintaining relationships with their loved ones. At home, everything takes place, and a dependable internet connection is essential.

Globe is lowering the cost and increasing the accessibility of fiber internet for all. For a one-time install charge of only P599, down from the previous P999, GFiber Prepaid offers TODO MAX with speeds of up to 100 Mbps, no lock-up, no documentation required, and installation in as little as 24 hours.

“GFiber Prepaid isn’t just about bringing fiber to more homes,” said Abby Cardino, Globe VP for Broadband Business. “It’s about opening doors. Every Makabagong Pamilya deserves a shot at achieving more, and this campaign is about making that possible—by giving them internet that’s fast, affordable, and within reach.”

What you get with GFiber Prepaid:

• Speeds of up to 100 Mbps and fast installation within 24 hours
• One-time install fee of just P599 from the previous P999 + free 7-day unlimited internet
• No documents needed, no lock-up

Whether it’s for education, side projects, streaming, or communication, GFiber Prepaid is designed for households who never slow down. Now, anyone with fiber-fast internet can visit TODO MAX.

To begin, go to gfiberprepaid.globe.com.ph

The Globe Bohol pop-up store is now open at the Upper Ground Floor of Island City Mall in Tagbilaran City.

In order to facilitate locals’ and visitors’ access to broadband and mobile services, Globe has set up a new pop-up shop in Bohol. This is a component of the company’s continuous endeavors to provide dependable connection in areas where it is most needed.

This year, Bohol has seen a dramatic increase in visitors, especially to Panglao. According to the Philippine Information Agency, foreign tourist visits in the first quarter of 2025 totaled 110,253, a 7.3% increase over the same period in 2024, with 70,458 visitors in February alone. Globe saw the need to offer quicker, easier access to its services locally as the population grew and their digital needs increased.

“We’re excited to serve the people of Bohol more directly,” said Chai Alano, Vice President of Channel Management Group at Globe.“This pop-up store is one way we’re bringing our services closer to the community. We want Boholanos and tourists alike to stay connected, whether it’s for work, school, or simply staying in touch with loved ones.”

At the Globe Bohol pop-up store, customers can get prepaid SIMs, apply for new mobile postpaid lines with or without devices, or renew their existing plans. It also offers broadband services and reliable internet to households and small businesses through GFiber Prepaid and Globe AT HOME, providing reliable internet to households and small businesses. For local establishments such as small hotels, cafés, and restaurants, fiber connectivity can support online bookings, enable food delivery services, and offer WiFi to guests, helping them attract more customers and cater to the growing number of tourists.

(L-R) Premier Axis Traders Corp. President Aimee Te De La Peña, Island City Mall Administrator Mario Cirujales, Bohol First District Congressman Baba Yap II, and M&M Cell Depot’s Placedo Te at the Bohol Globe pop-up store ribbon cutting ceremony.

For mobile needs, the store offers prepaid SIMs that are well-suited for foreign visitors and digital nomads. These SIMs come with no long-term commitment and give users immediate access to data for social media, navigation, remote work, or simply staying connected while in Bohol. The store also accepts all forms of payment for bill transactions, making it easier for customers to manage their accounts.

The store is prepared to help with client concerns, including technical support and service issues, in addition to establishing new offerings. With its ease, quickness, and real-time support, it’s intended to be a one-stop shop for all things Globe.

The Bohol pop-up, which is situated on the upper ground floor of the Island City Mall in Tagbilaran City, is a component of a larger initiative to enhance Globe’s service accessibility across the country, particularly in regions that are undergoing rapid development and have higher connection demands.

Go to https://www.globe.com.ph/ to find out more about Globe’s network initiatives in the Visayas.

Globe and the Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) have officially launched a year-long partnership to promote the arts and strengthen creative education among Filipinos, particularly the youth. Key figures at the agreement signing include CCP President Kaye Tinga and Globe’s Chief Marketing Officer Rochelle Vandenberghe (center), along with CCP Vice President for Administration Jose Gaite (left), were present at the signing. This collaboration aims to foster creativity and support the next generation of Filipino artists.
The partnership, also attended by Globe’s Chief Sustainability and Corporate Communications Officer Yolanda Crisanto, Senior Director of Convergent Segments Strategy Mary Ontiveros, and Director of Marketing Strategic Partnerships Rochelle Flores, will empower young talents through programs like Cinemalaya 2025, Virgin Labfest XX: Hinog, and the CCP Arts Education Program, providing essential tools and opportunities for artistic development.

To encourage the arts and improve creative education among Filipinos, especially the younger generation, Globe has established a one-year institutional relationship with the Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP). As a result of the partnership, Globe will co-present CCP’s premier events and activities, including Virgin Labfest XX: Hinog, Cinemalaya 2025, and the CCP Arts Education Program, which began in schools across the country in June.

Globe’s assistance extends beyond sponsorship; it provides young artists with useful instruments to boost the creative economy. Students will have access to funding, volunteer opportunities, internships, mentorship, and connectivity through the Globe Community Builders Program. In keeping with CCP’s goal of fostering the next generation of Filipino artists, these programs aim to help high school and college students enhance their creative and digital skills.

“Together with CCP, Globe continues to champion creativity and innovation among the Filipino youth. We’re proud to enable future filmmakers, playwrights, and digital creatives through grassroots programs that give them both the inspiration and the infrastructure to succeed,” said Rochelle Vandenberghe, Globe’s Chief Marketing Officer.

The collaboration further reflects Globe’s commitment to digital inclusion and nation-building through education and culture. The CCP Arts Education Program consists of  workshops on multidisciplinary art forms and techniques for educators and students in select schools.

Meanwhile, the Virgin Labfest (VLF) celebrates its 20th year with a fresh batch of untried, untested, and unstaged plays from young Filipino playwrights.  It features educational components like the VLF LabTuro consisting of Theater Talks and a Playwrights’ Fair. Some of its much anticipated components are the VLF Writing Fellowship Program, with eight fellows under the age of 30, and a Dramaturgy Fellowship,  where young artists undergo training in playwrighting and theater production.

Furthermore, Cinemalaya 2025, the country’s premier independent film festival, will spotlight full-length and short films of established names in the industry and emerging student filmmakers this October.

“We are grateful to partner with Globe as we continue to deliver our mandate of promoting and safeguarding our country’s arts and culture. This partnership empowers CCP to bring the arts closer to young people—our future artists and creators—in ways that are both accessible and impactful. Together, we aim to create more platforms for artistic expression that speak to the heart of our identity,” said Kaye C. Tinga, CCP President.

The collaboration demonstrates Globe’s long-term plan to use technology to enhance educational opportunities and cultivate a vibrant creative community among young Filipinos.

For additional information on Globe, go to www.globe.com.ph.

[From L-R] Provenance Art Gallery’s Mio Dizon and Joanna Francisco, featured artist Andres Barrioquinto, Provenance Art Gallery’s Raul Francisco, Globe Sustainability and Corporate Communications Officer Yoly Crisanto, and Globe Chief Marketing Officer Rochelle Vandenberghe.

Celebrated Filipino artists Andres Barrioquinto, Jayson Cortez, Max Balatbat, Martin Honasan, Jason Montinola, and Raffy Napay were among those showcasing their paintings at the special event.

Gallery owner Raul Francisco touring attendees through the exhibit.

Central to the evening was the silent auction, which ran until June 7, with 50% of all sales proceeds dedicated to the Hapag Movement, a Globe initiative together with partners to fight involuntary hunger by providing sustainable feeding and livelihood training to vulnerable families. The other half directly supported the participating artists—underscoring Globe’s dual commitment to social impact and the local creative economy.

Andres Barrioquinto, a Filipino visual artist, created the auctioned artwork. Barrioquinto is renowned for his surreal and hyperrealistic portraits, which fuse elements of nature, pop culture, and Asian aesthetics.  Drawing inspiration from Japanese ukiyo-e and Baroque art, he constructs intricate, layered pieces using oil and acrylic on canvas. Barrioquinto’s contributions to art have been recognized including the CCP’s Thirteen Artists Award, and his works are featured in prominent collections throughout Asia.

“This is more than a showcase of art—it is a statement of purpose,” said Roche Vandenberghe, Globe Chief Marketing Officer. “We are deeply grateful to our customers and partners who helped transform an evening of cultural appreciation into meaningful support for communities experiencing hunger.”

Exhibit attendees enjoy the art and ambiance.

Guests enjoyed a private viewing ahead of the exhibit’s public opening, alongside a curator talk by Stephanie Frondoso, light fare by Cibo, and personalized Globe giveaways.

The public can still view the display until August 2025.

This partnership is a component of Globe’s continuous endeavors to provide its clients with meaningful, human-centered experiences while furthering its fundamental beliefs via the Hapag Movement.

Go to globe.com.ph to find out more or to donate to the cause.

Globe has reopened its recently renovated store at Robinsons Place Manila, which has been transformed into a next-generation Gen4 store, demonstrating its continued innovation in the retail space. Globe is committed to providing its clients with quicker, more effective, and more individualized services, which is why the remodeling is taking place.

The brand-new Gen4 store provides a cutting-edge, digitally-first environment that enables clients to easily access Globe’s whole range of goods and services. It offers a more engaging, self-directed experience in place of the conventional customer assistance setup.

“This new Gen4 store is more than just a retail upgrade. It’s part of our mission to serve our customers better, faster, and in more meaningful ways. Robinsons Place Manila is a key location for us, and this refreshed space ensures that we’re bringing not just connectivity, but also digital lifestyle solutions closer to where our customers are,” said Bam De Guzman, Senior Director for Territory Business at Globe.

Key features of the Gen4 store include:

• Self-service kiosks for fast and convenient transactions like SIM purchase, bill payments, plan applications, and account inquiries.
• 0917 lifestyle corner featuring tech accessories and apparel.
• Interactive screens and demo units for product discovery and testing.
• A more sustainable store design using digital signage, LED lighting, and eco-friendly design elements.

The Gen4 store is open every day during mall hours and is situated at Level 4, Pedro Gil Wing, Robinsons Place Manila.

Explore Globe’s website at https://www.globe.com.ph/.

Enjoy free GFiber Prepaid installation with every gadget purchase at over 5,000 Home Credit stores nationwide.

A new partnership for Filipino families! Representatives from Globe and Home Credit sign an agreement to provide free GFiber Prepaid installation with every Sulit Skwela learning device purchase. This collaboration aims to bring essential tools and reliable connectivity closer to homes nationwide.

Through Home Credit, Filipino families can now take advantage of free GFiber Prepaid UNLI internet with every purchase of a Sulit Skwela learning gadget, such as a laptop, tablet, or smartphone. Two everyday necessities are combined in this special partnership between Globe At Home and Home Credit: a dependable device for school and dependable, fast UNLI internet at home. All at once, with adjustable periods for payment.

“At Globe, we are committed to uplifting the lives of Filipinos, empowering them to access opportunities and grow,” shares Abigail Cardino, Vice President and Head of Brand Management for Globe Broadband. “This collaboration with Home Credit strengthens our shared goal of providing both the right tools and reliable connectivity for students, helping to ease the burden on families and support learners in achieving their dreams this school year.”

Here’s how it works:

1. Head to any of the 5,000+ Home Credit partner stores nationwide.
2. Avail a gadget through Home Credit and automatically qualify for free GFiber Prepaid installation. There’s no lock-up period, no monthly bills, and you’ll get prepaid UNLI fiber that you can load up whenever you need it.
3. Once you complete your purchase, scan a QR code to check if your area is serviceable.
4. If your area is serviceable, Globe will:

• Collect your details.
• Schedule your installation in as fast as 2 to 3 working days.

Connecting Filipinos to a brighter future. Globe Broadband Business Senior Advisor Danny Theseira (right) and Home Credit Chief Sales Officer Puneet Suneja (left) shake hands on a strategic partnership that offers flexible payment terms on learning gadgets and free UNLI internet installation, easing the burden on families and supporting students in achieving their dreams.

“This collaboration is truly about making meaningful change possible, directly addressing financial and digital inclusion gaps,” says Puneet Suneja, Chief Sales Officer of Home Credit Philippines. “With Home Credit’s flexible financing options and Globe’s fast, reliable GFiber Prepaid UNLI internet, we’re bringing essential tools closer to Filipino homes, especially those who need them most. This initiative will help the Filipino youth achieve their dreams by ensuring they have the devices and connectivity they need to succeed in school and life.”

It has never been easier to get started thanks to Home Credit’s straightforward installment plans and Globe’s reasonably priced, dependable, and fast GFiber Prepaid UNLI internet. This deal is available all around the country, regardless of where you live. No difficult steps, no installation fees, and no contracts.

The promotion ends on July 30, 2025.

For more information, visit: https://bit.ly/GFPHomeCreditPR.

More information on HCPH is available at www.homecredit.ph.