Grab expands cloud kitchen concept
Grab has expanded its cloud kitchen concept, adding two new locations as part of the company’s efforts to bring convenience to customers and help more restaurants grow......»»
NCC hailed as model Smart City
With its best practices centered on improving its future residents’ health and well-being, and promoting smart city features, New Clark City, or NCC, was recently hailed by SCI-Japan, a private sector-led, non-profit organization founded by think tank Mitsubishi UFJ Research & Consulting as a model Smart City. Aside from SCI-Japan, media organization Nikkei, in a forum dubbed “Challenge of Japan’s Smart City Initiative Improving Citizen’s Well-being” cited New Clark City for introducing some of the best practices by utilizing well-being indicators for policy design toward sustainable smart city business. “This forum’s key element is how smart cities should be people-centric, which is at the core of the development concept of New Clark City, making it a model on how cities of the future across the world should be planned and developed,” said Hideki Okada, executive director of Japan Overseas Infrastructure Investment Corporation for Transport & Urban Development. A model for future cities From accelerating smart utilities and sustainable infrastructure to conserving biodiversity, Okada highlighted in his presentation what makes New Clark City development a model for future cities. “Since 2016, JOIN, together with our integral partners BCDA and Surbana Jurong, has been involved in the development of New Clark City into a sustainable metropolis for all. And with this forum, we hope to propel more collaborations with the BCDA in the development not just of New Clark City, but the whole of Clark,” Okada added. In 2018, the Bases Conversion and Development Authority JOIN tapped Surbana Jurong of Singapore for the development of New Clark City. Surbana Jurong has been helping BCDA and JOIN with the detailed design standards and guidelines for New Clark City, which includes its detailed urban and infrastructure design and the Public-Private Partnership framework for the provision of utility services such as water and power. For BCDA President and chief executive officer engineer Joshua Bingcang, the state-run organization is putting the well-being and quality of life at the heart of the development of New Clark City. Rising metropolis He added that BCDA is ensuring that the rising metropolis will improve the quality of life of its citizens by utilizing digital technologies and partnering with global experts in creating smart city solutions. “Our vision for the Philippines’ model for sustainable and inclusive cities, New Clark City in Tarlac, will not be possible without JOIN. Along with other global experts, JOIN helped us with the creation of the master plan for New Clark City,” Bingcang said in a video message. Strict open green space Following global standards, New Clark City instituted a strict open green space to the buildable ratio of 60:40, where 60 percent of the area is green, while the remaining 40 percent is buildable. BCDA also makes sure all of the utilities in New Clark City are prescribed to be green and sustainable. In February 2023, BCDA and the New Energy and Industrial Technology Development Organization of Japan inked a memorandum of understanding for a three-year demonstration project on smart mobility solutions to be implemented in New Clark City and Clark. This will be executed by a group nominated by NEDO, led by Zenmov Inc., a Japan-based information technology solutions provider specializing in the transportation sector, to measure and verify the effectiveness of a transport service system that operates via a cloud-based technology platform. Under the New Clark City master plan, 1.2 million people will live sustainably and inclusively in the metropolis, while the projected employment is over 600,000 workers. The post NCC hailed as model Smart City appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
Surfin’ in Siargao
If everybody had an ocean, then everybody would be surfin’ like a Siargaonian. It’s very easy to fall in love with Siargao, a small, tear-drop-shaped island in the southern part of the Philippines. For years, the island has been attracting surfers from across the world, and more recently, honeymooners. Indeed, we met several couples spending their post-wedding bliss in Siargao. I visited Siargao in May upon the invitation of Kenneth Shaw, the owner of Siargao Town Center, to chronicle the redevelopment of the island after the twin devastations from the December 2021 super typhoon “Odette” and more than two years of strict lockdown brought by the Covid-19 pandemic. The visit was supposed to be all work, butt, no, no, no way. On our last day in Siargao, the Daily Tribune team — with me were Spaces editor Pauline Songco and creative director Alvin Kasiban — dipped into the waters and tried, of course, surfing. Rising a wave The term surfing refers to a person riding a wave using a board, regardless of the stance. It dates back to 2,000 B.C., according to research by the University of Hawaii, although the first evidence of bodysurfing event was recorded in 1899 when Australian Fred Williams learned of the sport after receiving training from Polynesian islander Tommy Tana. The Moche of Peru would often surf on reed craft, while the native peoples of the Pacific surfed waves on alaia, paipo and other such watercraft. Ancient cultures often surfed on their belly and knees, while the modern-day definition of surfing most often refers to a surfer riding a wave standing on a surfboard; this is also referred to as stand-up surfing. From a pastime, it gained popularity as a sport in the Western world and evolved significantly. It was originally called “Heenalu” by the Hawaiian natives. Courage and a board The sport of surfing involves riding waves in an upright or prone position. You need a breaking wave, courage and a board. Although the concept is simple, the practice is not. Surfers need to catch the waves and glide across the surface of the water until it loses energy or break. Often, surfers are towed in the surf line or paddle in the area of open water to catch the waves’ break. There, you have to sit on your board and take the opportunity when the waves roll into the shore. In Siargao, the best surfing spot is, of course, Cloud 9. The best time of the year to go there is between September and November or during the rainy season when waves can go as high as 12 feet. You will need to hire an instructor. Word of advice, listen to your instructor. Just listen and follow everything he teaches you. For P500, the instructor will teach you the basics of surfing, tow you to the surf line and guide you for an hour of in-person skills training. If you want to document your surfing experience, you have to shell another P500 to hire a “videographer/photographer” to capture your moments on the board. Truly, there is no word to describe the magic and beauty of Siargao. The island has so much more to offer than surfing. The wealth of serene beaches, crystal clear Maasin River, beautiful mountain landscape and some of the friendliest and most accommodating people. I can’t wait to book my next trip. The post Surfin’ in Siargao appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
Grab expands cloud kitchen concept
Grab has expanded its cloud kitchen concept, adding two new locations as part of the company’s efforts to bring convenience to customers and help more restaurants grow......»»
Pandemic or none, MSMEs need cloud computing for business continuity
With the resurgence in COVID-19 cases and a tighter watch on natural disasters in the country, a new player in the information technology (IT) industry is pushing for greater awareness of the concept of cloud computing among micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) amid a lack of awareness about Business Continuity Planning (BCP)......»»
Kaspersky Shares IT Security Recommendations for Businesses in 2021
Remote work will catalyze a shift from the corporate perimeter concept to micro-office security certification. Outsourcing of IT and cybersecurity functions will be crucial to solve expertise shortages and save budgets. To coordinate managed service providers along with using multiple cloud services, cloud security and management skills will become a “must have”. These and other […].....»»
ICT spending in AsPac reaches $1.3 trillion in 2023
Information and communications technology spending in Asia and the Pacific reached the $1.3 trillion mark in 2023, as companies increased their investments on automation and cloud to survive and thrive in the digital era......»»
DLSU students win P1-million grant for cafeteria food waste to biogas project
Every year, De La Salle University’s cafeterias produce over 28,000 kilograms of kitchen waste, and are responsible for 480,000 kilograms of greenhouse gas emissions.....»»
UPS expands Clark operations
Logistics giant UPS is expanding operations at the Clark International Airport in Pampanga as part of its $250-million commitment to scale up its Asia-Pacific business......»»
Grab tests DriveYourCar service
Ride-hailing giant Grab Philippines is testing the viability of a new service that allows customers with vehicles to hire a driver for almost P2,000 for 12 hours......»»
Google Drive Going Dark Soon?
It seems like the highly popular cloud storage service Google Drive will go dark soon – as in dark mode, for its web version so people who are on the dark side can enjoy their favorite cloud storage platform without squinting their eyes. The report comes from a post from 9to5google, as they’ve received a […].....»»
Adoption of Gibo’s defense concept backed by expert
The Marcos administration’s adoption of a Comprehensive Archipelagic Defense Concept is a move in the right direction and a manifestation of its seriousness in tackling external security challenges, particularly China’s growing aggressiveness in the West Philippine Sea......»»
Fight vs inflation far from over – BSP
Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas Governor Eli Remolona said it is too soon to declare victory in the fight against inflation, signaling a higher-for-longer rate environment, as inflationary risks continue to cloud the outlook......»»
AREA ASSESSMENT | DA conducts survey for cloud seeding as dry spell damage in NegOcc reaches P77.7M
AREA ASSESSMENT | DA conducts survey for cloud seeding as dry spell damage in NegOcc reaches P77.7M.....»»
The Eco-Friendly Guide to Energy-Efficient Appliances: Tips for a Greener Home
In recent years, environmental sustainability has become a central concern for many and the concept of socially conscious consumerism has gained considerable ground. More and more, individuals are seeking ways to live in harmony with the planet and make lifestyle choices that reduce their ecological footprint. This shift towards eco-awareness isn’t just about what they […].....»»
DA starts cloud seeding amid El Niño
Cloud seeding operations have been conducted over Cagayan Valley to cushion the effects of the strong El Niño, according to the Department of Agriculture......»»
Futuristic Transparent Concept Laptop May Redefine Computing
Lenovo has once again pushed the boundaries of innovation with the unveiling of the ThinkBook Transparent Display Laptop at MWC 2024. This concept laptop boasts.....»»
Not in aid for election
The well-intentioned ayuda of the government that targets to tide over inflation-impacted middle income families will remain under a cloud of uncertainty without an enabling law. In particular, this will be the fate of the P26.7-billion Ayuda para sa Kapos ang Kita Program that has become the bone of contention of lawmakers feuding over alleged use of the newest ayuda program of the government to push Charter change......»»
Local Sourcing: A Sustainable Approach for Small Business Owners
While we are now in a world where global supply chains rule any given industry, some are starting to explore the concept of sourcing locally, which has gained traction among small business owners. But what exactly does it mean to source locally, and how can this approach benefit your business in the long run? Supporting […].....»»
Inflation: A Beginner’s Guide
Inflation is a concept that greatly affects everyone’s daily lives, yet many still find it somewhat confusing to understand. Simply put, you can think of inflation as this: As prices rise over time, the purchasing power of money decreases. This will greatly impact your savings plans, investments, and your overall financial stability. However, there is […].....»»
Billy, Sarah collab kasado na
I-FLEXni Jun Nardo PINASILIP ni Billy Crawford ng concept photo para sa collab nila ni Sarah Geronimo ng kantang My Mind. Nagbabalik sa pagkanta si Sarah kaya naman nagbunyi agad ang kanyang fans na nakaka-miss na ng kanyang bagong kanta. Collaboration of the year nga raw ang BC X SG, huh!.....»»