MANILA, PH – (April 03, 2024) – Sun Life Financial Inc. (TSX: SLF) (NYSE: SLF)

Sun Life of Canada (Philippines), Inc. once again bags the Platinum Award in the Life Insurance category of the recently concluded Trusted Brand Awards organized by Reader’s Digest.

The Platinum Award is considered the highest honor in the Trusted Brand Awards, as there is only one sole winner bestowed with such honor. The recognition is wholly based on consumer voting, where over 8,000 individuals in the Philippines, Singapore, Malaysia, Hong Kong, and Taiwan rate 50 categories of products and services according to their trustworthiness, credibility, quality, value, innovation, social responsibility, and understanding of customer needs. In the Life Insurance category, Sun Life was once again chosen by Filipinos as their most trusted brand.

This achievement comes amid Sun Life being dubbed as the number one life insurer in the country in terms of premium income, based on a report released by the Insurance Commission.

“With much humility and gratitude, we sincerely thank the Filipino people for the trust and confidence that they have given us,” says Carla Gonzalez-Chong, Chief Client Experience and Marketing Officer of Sun Life Philippines. “Throughout the past 129 years that Sun Life has been in the Philippines, we have remained committed to being a purpose-driven organization that is determined to help our Clients achieve lifetime financial security and live healthier lives . This recognition will inspire us to persevere with our mission.”

The Trusted Brand Awards was held last March 22, 2024, at the Marco Polo Hotel in Ortigas, Pasig City, and was attended by Sun Life’s Carla Gonzalez-Chong, Chief Client Experience & Marketing Officer; Don Aaron Peji, Brand Strategy & Management Head; and Lennie Arboleda, Public Relations & Corporate Communications Head.

This is Sun Life’s 15th year in a row to be recognized in the Trusted Brand Awards, receiving the Platinum Award in the past seven years and the Gold Award prior.

To know more about Sun Life, visit www.sunlife.com.ph Meanwhile, more information about Reader’s Digest’s Trusted Brand Awards can be found at www.trustedbrands.asia/philippines.

In a strategic move aimed at fortifying security and instilling peace of mind among its clients, the Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI) proudly pioneers Personal Cyber Insurance exclusively tailored for BPI Debit Cardholders. This innovative insurance coverage serves as a robust defense mechanism, providing an additional layer of protection for daily transactions and safeguarding users against potential risks in the ever-evolving digital landscape.

Jenny Lacerna, Product & Sales Head for Unsecured Lending and Cards, emphasizes, “Ensuring the peace of mind of our valued BPI Debit Cardholders is our utmost priority with the introduction of Personal Cyber Insurance. This innovative offering provides enhanced security and protection for their daily transactions, underscoring our commitment to their financial well-being.”

Designed to provide assurance, BPI MS Personal Cyber Insurance empowers Debit Cardholders with comprehensive protection. This exclusive offering extends to all BPI debit customers. The coverage includes E-commerce Purchase Protection, which reimburses customers for online purchases using their BPI Debit Mastercard® when items are accidentally damaged or are undelivered by a fraudulent seller. It also covers Lost Card Protection which covers customers on unauthorized/fraudulent transactions on the card that happened up to 12 hours prior to reporting the incident to BPI. Moreover, it also provides protection from Third-Party Unauthorized Transfers which covers unauthorized fund transfers carried out by an external party using their BPI Debit Mastercard® account.

Starting at an affordable PHP 700 annually, BPI Debit Cardholders can select from a range of coverage options tailored to their unique needs. To further enhance convenience, clients are offered the choice of opting for recurring payments, facilitating seamless annual renewals.

The launch of BPI’s Personal Cyber Insurance signifies the bank’s unwavering commitment to ensuring the financial security and overall well-being of its clients amid the dynamic landscape of digital transactions. Building upon the robust security features already embedded within the BPI Debit card, this innovative insurance offering serves to fortify and enhance the existing safeguards, providing an extra layer of protection against evolving cyber threats.

For detailed information on BPI’s Personal Cyber Insurance and to explore coverage options, you can visit l.bpi.com.ph/DebitCyberInsurance. You may also reach out to the 24-hour BPI Contact Center at (+632) 889-10000 or send us a message at https://www.bpi.com.ph/contactus.

Get up to 54% off on select OPPO devices on Shopee, Lazada, and TikTok Shop

OPPO is cranking up the heat with its 4.4 Hot Summer Sale, available exclusively on Shopee, Lazada, and TikTok Shop. Starting April 4, you can score incredible discounts and exciting offers across OPPO’s wide range of smartphones and IOT devices, making this the perfect opportunity to upgrade at unbeatable prices.

Avail Exclusive Vouchers and Discounts

Shoppers can maximize exclusive vouchers such as a Php1,000 discount voucher for the OPPO Reno7 Series, OPPO Reno8 Series, and OPPO Reno8 T Series. Additionally, all-day vouchers of Php200 off and Php400 off are available with minimum spends of Php8,999 and Php13,999, respectively.

Shop Conveniently

Shopee and Lazada are offering free shipping vouchers worth Php50 off with a minimum spend of Php500, making online shopping even more convenient. OPPO fans can also take advantage of the livestream scheduled throughout the day and receive vouchers worth Php100 with a minimum spend of Php4,999.

Check Special Payment Offers

For those looking for flexible payment options, LazPayLater offers up to 0% storewide installment plan for 45 days on select OPPO products. SPayLater provides 0% interest for a range of OPPO devices, including OPPO Reno Series, A-Series, and OPPO tablets, with flexible payment terms of up to a 3 to 12-month installment plan.

Get Awesome Freebies and Bundle Deals

Don’t miss out on the chance to get exclusive freebies and bundle deals only available from April 4 to 8 including:

• Free YC C3 Rainbow Speakers with every purchase of the OPPO Pad Air

• Free Pearl Case until supplies last with every purchase of the OPPO Find N3 Flip

• Free Retro Bluetooth Speakers with OPPO Reno7 Series, OPPO Reno8 Series, and OPPO Reno8 T Series purchases

• Free S39 Bluetooth Speakers with OPPO Reno11 Series purchases

Bundles on wearables and smartphones are also available throughout the sale period. Get a chance to take home OPPO Band with OPPO Buds 2, OPPO A17k plus OPPO Band or OPPO Enco Bunds 2, and OPPO A18 with OPPO Band or OPPO Enco Buds2.

For more information on the 4.4 Hot Summer Sale or any of the OPPO devices, visit https://www.oppo.com/ph/ or check out OPPO Philippines’ official social media pages on Facebook, YouTube, and TikTok. To get the best care for your OPPO devices, visit your nearest OPPO Care Center or contact us on our website, via Facebook.

realme treats the Squad to the hottest summer with amazing discounts this 4.4 sale

realme joins the Lazada 4.4 Saya sa SuliTipid Sale on April 4-8 to offer irresistible deals for the Squad to enjoy this summertime. On top of the discounts, vouchers, and free shipping, the Squad can also expect big savings during the sale.

Don’t miss out on realme’s exclusive Lazada 4.4 Sale promos

Each day from April 4-6 only, the crowd-favorite realme smartphones can be scored for as low as P444. This amazing peso deal will only be available in limited quantities, so add to cart and set alarms at midnight to checkout.

Enjoy more savings when purchasing Bundle Deals for the realme C53 (6GB+128GB), realme C51 (4GB+128GB), realme C55 (8GB+256GB), and realme 10 (8GB+256GB). Fans who will avail of the Bundle Deals can get additional discounts on top of the two products’ sale prices.

The Bundle Deal promo will run during the realme Lazada 4.4 Saya sa SuliTipid Sale period until stocks last. See below for the complete guide:

Save P2,800 on the all-new realme 12+ 5G this 4.4 Sale

Summer has just become the best season for those dreaming of owning a new smartphone. The realme 12+ 5G in 8GB+256GB storage variant will be up for grabs for only P15,199 (SRP P17,999). Make the most out of the summer sale and snag as many discounts as possible, make sure to redeem a free shipping voucher.

The realme 12+ 5G comes in Pioneer Green and Navigator Beige colors. Capture moments and Be The Portrait Master with its 50MP Sony LYT600 OIS Portrait Camera while having an elevated smartphone experience as it is backed up with a MediaTek Dimensity 7050. The Squad can also enjoy seamless scrolling and navigation with its 120Hz Super AMOLED Display and lastly, fans can easily up their everyday outfits with the realme 12+ 5G’s Luxury Watch Design.

To learn more about the realme Lazada 4.4 Saya sa SuliTipid Sale promos and offers, follow the official realme Facebook page.

DITO Telecommunity x Alamat is featured on a huge digital billboard in New York City as part of the #GalingDITO 2024 campaign.

MANILA, PHILIPPINES, April 1, 2024 – Nandito na kami sa NYC! The unique PPop boy group Alamat and their collaboration with DITO Telecommunity are making waves in the Big Apple with a giant digital billboard!

DITO Telecommunity is really bringing Filipino “Galing” and talent to the global stage with the billboard positioned at Times Square at the heart of New York City, one of the busiest and most iconic cities in the world. The billboard features snippets of the official music video for the #GalingDITO 2024 campaign, Ang Galing DITO, performed by Alamat. Featured as well are clips of all the #GalingDITO 2024 talents.

A huge digital billboard in New York City is featuring the PPop boy group Alamat and their collaboration with the #GalingDITO 2024 campaign

#GalingDITO 2024 highlights Filipino excellence with a diverse set of talents, including surfing, textile weaving, tattooing, visual arts, and more.

Check out DITO Telecommunity x Alamat’s collaboration here on YouTube: DITO Telecommunity x Alamat | Ang Galing DITO.

Launched last February 2024, the #GalingDITO 2024 campaign brings together talents from across the Philippine islands. The roster of the 20 talents hails from all over the country, from Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao, each representing “Galíng” in a diversity of pursuits and crafts from music, dance, fashion, visual arts, craftsmanship, and more. Truly, Filipino excellence stands out when the excellence of diverse regional cultures comes together.

The noteworthy list of talented Filipinos includes:

1. Grace Palicas, Tattoo artist Gáling Kalinga, Galíng ng Cordillera

2. Nhoda Muñoz, Miniature Artist Gáling Pampanga, Galíng ng Central Luzon

3. Cid Cempron, Blacksmith Gáling Bohol, Galíng ng Central Visayas

4. Joneil Severino, Leaf Artist Gáling Samar, Galíng ng Eastern Visayas

5. Nurainie Ampatuan, Designer Gáling Sultan Kudarat, Galíng ng Bangsamoro

6. Bea Vega, Surfer Gáling Siargao, Galíng ng Caraga

Full list of talents can be found on the Galing DITO website: Napakagaling Talaga Ng Iba’t Ibang Galing DITO!

In addition to the official music video, DITO Telecommunity also has the PaGALINGan Dito Promo with prizes of up to 3 Million Pesos! Subscribers must simply showcase their “Galing” and upload a video on TikTok for a chance to win exciting cash prizes and thousands of DITO reward points. Join the PaGALINGan Dito Promo and visit https://bit.ly/PagalinganDITO to learn more.

For more information and updates, check out @DITOphofficial on Facebook and Instagram or visit https://dito.ph/.

Does your relationship exist for a reason or just here for a season?

MANILA, Philippines (April 1, 2024) – As the days grow longer and the flowers start to bloom, people are reminded of the opportunity for renewal and growth. Spring isn’t just a change in weather – it’s a chance to refresh relationships and make room for new beginnings. Just as we tidy up our homes during this time, it’s also a perfect time to declutter our minds and hearts, letting go of what no longer serves us, and making space for new, meaningful connections.

According to Bumble, the women-first social networking and dating app, more than half (63%) of Filipino women* surveyed went into this year with a clear view of what they want from their romantic lives. April is as good a time as ever to embrace the spirit of spring cleaning and revitalize your dating life. Whether it’s updating your profile, setting clear intentions, or simply finding new connections, it’s important to take a moment to reflect on what you want in your relationships.

Bumble’s APAC Communication Director, Lucille McCart, says: “Spring is the perfect time to reflect on what you’re truly seeking in your personal relationships. Just as you would declutter your living space where you clear out the cobwebs, shake off the dust, and make room for the light and the new, consider doing the same with your dating life. It’s the perfect time to let go of old connections and conversations that didn’t pan out to make room for new possibilities and potentially new matches on Bumble. Who knows what wonderful things might blossom in the fresh, open space you create?.”

How to spring clean relationships?

Spring cleaning relationships is akin to tidying up a physical space. When people clean a room, they often start by emptying everything out, allowing them to see what they have to work with. Similar to relationships, it’s about uncovering hidden spaces and taking a closer look at the patterns, behaviors, and dynamics within your dating life and determining what needs to be addressed, nurtured, or let go.

In the Philippines, single people are reframing how they date to better protect their mental health by “consider-dating” (one of Bumble’s 2024 dating trends), with almost half (49%) of those surveyed locally actively ‘slow-dating’ and being considerate about how much they are dating to ensure quality over quantity, even more so amongst women (56%). Spring cleaning in your relationships doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Take time to assess your relationships and consider which ones should be discarded, which ones can go into the back burner, and which ones should be kept and nurtured.

Here’s how you can think through your relationships:

● Reassess: We all have this relationship in our lives – one that challenges you, fills you with dread, and demands emotional energy. If the sheer thought of being with a person stresses you out, then this is likely a relationship that you should reassess. Prioritize your own well-being and consider walking away for your own good.

● Reprioritize: Relationships in this category are not exactly clear-cut, but essentially, these may be relationships that you might have taken for granted and left on the back burner for a while. They could be connections with whom you’ve shared good times but, for some reason, you didn’t have the energy to pursue in the past. If you find yourself now having the mental space to reconnect with old flames or connections, take the initiative to reach out and let them know your intentions of picking things up where you left off. Who knows, they might feel the same way!

● Retain: These relationships shouldn’t be hard to identify. They’re the ones that make you happy, help you grow, and bring out the best in you. Whether they inspire you to pursue your passions, challenge you to step outside your comfort zone, or simply provide a listening ear when you need someone to talk to – it’s just right to cherish and nurture them.

Tips to “Spring Clean” your dating profile!

Whether you’re an online dating veteran wanting a refresher or in your newbie era, Bumble is sharing its secrets with the help of dating expert and APAC Communications Director, Lucille McCart.

Follow these hacks for positive dating app vibes, only.

● By adding Interest Badges you can boost match potential and plan fun, simple and meaningful dates around mutual interests. If you’re looking for someone like-minded, know that Bumble’s got your back!

● Adding the Astrology Badge to your profile can boost your match potential by 120%**. This is the second most popular badge used by people on Bumble in the Philippines.

● Verify your profile to help your suitors swipe with confidence. Upload the magic number of photos.

● Photo do’s: high quality, recent pics, smiling shots, photos that show off your lifestyle and personality – whether that is traveling, time spent hiking or at the beach, or striking a yoga pose.

● Photo don’ts: too many group photos (your first photo should always be just you), overly filtered or blurry pics, wearing sunglasses in all your shots. Remember that this isn’t social media and it isn’t about getting likes – pick photos that are authentic and show off the real you!

● Log on between 3-4pm on Sundays. That’s the most active time on Bumble in the Philippines as many set their dates for the week ahead.

● Write a bio – even a simple one will increase your chances of matching! Remember this is probably where your potential matches will look for material to start a conversation, and leading with humor and positivity always works best. If you find yourself stuck on what to say, ask a trusted friend to write a first draft for you.

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