High-speed data for less: DITO launches DITO 39 and Starter Pack

Manila, Philippines – Heeding the call of Filipino consumers for more affordable data promos, DITO Telecommunity announced the launch of its DITO 39 and DITO Starter Pack offers. Available from October 15, 2021 to January 31, 2022, these two ‘sulit’ deals provide high-speed data and more at value-for-money prices so that everyone can enjoy stronger connectivity for all their surfing needs.

For those who are looking to move to DITO, the DITO Starter Pack is for you! For only P49, you can get your DITO SIM card and 3GB of high-speed, open data, unlimited texts to all networks, unlimited DITO-to-DITO calls, and 100 minutes of calls to other networks.
The DITO 39 on the other hand is perfect for DITO subscribers on a budget. For only P39, you can enjoy 3GB worth of data, unlimited texts to all networks, unlimited DITO-to-DITO calls, and 100 minutes of calls to other networks. What’ good about both offers is they are valid for 15 days!

What are you waiting for? Head out to the nearest DITO Experience Store and retail partner or add to cart on Lazada and Shopee to avail of these ‘sulit’ deals from DITO. Aside from the DITO Experience Stores and retail partners, you can also avail of the DITO 39 promo via the DITO App, MyDITO, SMS 185, Alipay, and WeChat.

For more information, check out www.dito.ph or @DITOPhOfficial on social media.

Converge Takes Home Coveted Technology Company of the Year Award

Converge ICT Solutions Inc., the country’s leading fiber broadband provider, continues to gain national prominence as it was recently awarded as the Straive Technology Company of the Year Award in the 12th Asia CEO Awards, besting seven other Philippine ICT companies for the coveted award.

Converge continues its winning streak in both the international and national stage for its demonstrated innovation and technological prowess with the recent win in the annual Asia CEO Awards. According to the national award-giving body, nominees of the Straive Technology Company of the Year award are judged according to: management achievement, financial contribution, recognition, pioneering achievements, and social commitment.

Thus, the category recognizes Converge’s excellence across the areas of technical expertise, financial growth, company reputation, and social responsibility - reflecting a well-rounded and holistic growth.

“With the increasing demand for reliable and consistent internet, we at Converge knew we needed to be more innovative and progressive in coming up with more solutions designed with our customers’ needs in mind. We are dedicated to deliver better online experiences by building

the right technology and infrastructure to empower people, businesses, and the nation,” said Converge Chief Operations Officer Jesus Romero as he thanked the Asia CEO Awards for the recognition.

Leveraging its all-fiber network and its modern, future-proof network infrastructure, Converge innovatively created a suite of broadband products customized to Filipinos’ needs, unlike any plan offered by other players in the market. Among its innovations is the FiberX Time of Day plans which allows customers to choose which period of the day to double their bandwidth.

Another innovation is the Direct Internet Access Upload (DIA Upload) a cloud connectivity solution that allows asymmetric download and upload bandwidth allocation. In this way, business can get the same quality of the premium internet service with two times upload speed, best for outbound traffic intensive business operation.

With innovation-led products such as these, Converge captured 47% of fixed broadband net adds amongst the three largest broadband operators in the Philippines in the second quarter of 2021.

Converge’s meteoric rise in the ICT space saw a major boost in 2020 as the pent-up demand for high capacity and high speed internet further shot up amid the pandemic. With its twin expansion strategy - Go Deep and Go National - already in place before the pandemic struck, Converge was in the best position to cater to the urgent need of the people for fast and reliable fixed broadband connectivity that can only be delivered by fiber technology.

Since 2020, Converge has gone from strength to strength, expanding nationwide coverage to 32.5% of households in the country, passing 8.3 million homes, going nationwide in service, and recording industry-leading revenue growth.

In the fourth quarter of the year, the fiber broadband provider is showing no signs of slowing as it will begin to service the Visayas and Mindanao islands more widely.

The Asia CEO Awards is the largest business awards event in the Philippines and one of the largest events of its kind in the Asia Pacific region. Its purpose is to promote the Philippines as the premier business destination for global enterprises.

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About Converge ICT Solutions, Inc.

Converge Information and Communications Technology Solutions, Inc. (PSE:CNVRG) is the leading pure fiber data network and internet service provider in the country. It is the first to run a pure end-to-end fiber internet network, providing Filipinos simple, fast, and reliable internet connection. Converge is ISO 9001 and CE2.0 Certified.

Enjoy MEGA deals and livestreams from DITO this 10.10 on Lazada and Shopee!

Manila, Philippines – DITO Telecommunity joins the Shop fest bandwagon with its upcoming deals and activities during this year’s 10.10 MEGA Sale on Lazada and Shopee. Catch the best bang for your buck promos on DITO’s featured products and livestreams from your favorite social media personalities on October 10. 

Watch out for these treats from DITO on 10.10!

Get 10% off on your DITO SIM card with DITO 199 promo inclusive of 25GB high-speed data, unlimited texts to all networks, unlimited DITO-to-DITO calls, and 300 minutes of calls to other networks for 30 days for only Php 179; and DITO SIM card with DITO 99 promo inclusive of 10GB high-speed data with unlimited texts to all networks, unlimited DITO-to-DITO calls, and 300 minutes of calls to other networks for only Php 125 on Lazada this 10.10. You can also score a Php 30 discount voucher for a minimum purchase of Php 199 by using the “DITO1010” code. 

On Shopee, you can get the DITO SIM card bundled with DITO 199 promo for 15% off or only Php 169 and with the DITO 99 for only Php 125. You can also avail of a Php 30 discount voucher with a minimum purchase of Php 199. 

On top of these deals, you can also catch these exciting livestreams with featured social media personalities on both Shopee and Lazada from October 9 to 11! For Shopee, tune in to Ruth Jimenez (@ruthjimenezmakeup) at 12nn, Kylie Dy (@dykylie) at 3PM, and Jaymee Javier (@jmeejavaa) at 5PM on October 9; and Zedrick Arnuco (@zedarn) at 10AM, Gem Miranda (@gemynna) at 3PM, and Zygue Faith Lorenzo Basa (@clashoutfits) at 5PM on October 10. For Lazada, tune in on October 11 at 5:30PM and don’t miss out on fun livestreams from featured Lazada influencers!

Add to cart DITO on Lazada and Shopee

For those who might miss out on the 10.10 MEGA Sale, don’t worry! You can regularly enjoy these exclusive deals for online shoppers from DITO!

Get your DITO SIM card for only Php 40, with free 1GB of data valid for 7 days. Customers who purchase 5 SIM cards will also get shipping discounts from Lazada and Shopee. 

DITO’s SIM card and P99 promo can also be purchased as a bundle for just P139 on Lazada and Shopee. Customers who purchase 2 or more SIM cards will also get additional discounts on shipping fee. You can also get your DITO SIM card for FREE when you avail of DITO’s 25GB promo. 

Existing subscribers can also load their SIM with DITO’s 99 and 199 Data Promos on Lazada and load their DITO numbers via Shopee.  

Visit DITO Telecommunity’s website www.dito.ph and @DITOphofficial social media pages for more details. 

DITO Supports First-Ever ESKYUSI Mobile Legends Tournament

Manila, Philippines – The country’s newest telco player, DITO Telecommunity, is the official telco partner of the first-ever E-SPORTS KYUSI (ESKYUSI) Mobile Legends Tournament. Organized by the Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) Federation of Quezon City and Grey Black Visual Synthesis (GBVS), the tournament aims to discover local gaming talents with prizes worth up to Php 500,000.

“The SK Federation of Quezon City recognizes that gaming has become a passion for many of today’s youth. We hope to inspire young Filipinos by providing a formal venue where they can pursue and excel in their interests and be rewarded for it,” said SK Federation Chairperson Councilor Noe Dela Fuente.

“DITO has always been about serving different Filipino telecommunities, whatever their interests may be. We know gaming has become a major interest among the young, and we’re happy to be a partner of SK Federation of QC and Grey Visual Synthesis in the first ever ESKYUSI Mobile Legends Tournament,” said DITO’s Brand and Marketing Director Jasper Evangelista. “We look forward to seeing Quezon City become a leading gaming hub in the country. In line with our core mission, DITO also commits to providing high-speed data for gamers all over the Philippines.”

The Quezon City-wide event, composed of over 200 teams from 142 barangays, commenced last August 1, with the grand finals slated for October 24.

To check the complete schedule and watch the livestream of the competitions, visit the GBVS page. Get the latest news about the tournament at the DITO Telecommunity Facebook page.

Manila, Philippines – The country’s newest telco player, DITO Telecommunity, is the official telco partner of the first-ever E-SPORTS KYUSI (ESKYUSI) Mobile Legends Tournament. Organized by the Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) Federation of Quezon City and Grey Black Visual Synthesis (GBVS), the tournament aims to discover local gaming talents with prizes worth up to Php 500,000.

“The SK Federation of Quezon City recognizes that gaming has become a passion for many of today’s youth. We hope to inspire young Filipinos by providing a formal venue where they can pursue and excel in their interests and be rewarded for it,” said SK Federation Chairperson Councilor Noe Dela Fuente.
“DITO has always been about serving different Filipino telecommunities, whatever their interests may be. We know gaming has become a major interest among the young, and we’re happy to be a partner of SK Federation of QC and Grey Visual Synthesis in the first ever ESKYUSI Mobile Legends Tournament,” said DITO’s Brand and Marketing Director Jasper Evangelista. “We look forward to seeing Quezon City become a leading gaming hub in the country. In line with our core mission, DITO also commits to providing high-speed data for gamers all over the Philippines.”

The Quezon City-wide event, composed of over 200 teams from 142 barangays, commenced last August 1, with the grand finals slated for October 24.

To check the complete schedule and watch the livestream of the competitions, visit the GBVS page. Get the latest news about the tournament at the DITO Telecommunity Facebook page.

Purchase your DITO SIM Cards Online and Snag these Exciting Deals this Month!

Manila, Philippines – DITO Telecommunity is adding more and more cities across the country to its growing list of covered areas. To celebrate its over 2 million subscribers and its continued expansion, DITO is offering great deals when you conveniently purchase your SIM card through select online channels.

Add to cart DITO on Lazada and Shopee

Add DITO to the list of your favorite stores on Lazada and Shopee to enjoy exclusive offers available to online shoppers. Get your DITO SIM card for only P40, with free 1GB of data valid for 7 days. Customers who purchase 5 SIM cards will also get P60 off on shipping fee. 

DITO’s SIM card and P99 promo can also be purchased as a bundle for just P139. The P99 Promo is inclusive of 10GB high-speed data, with unlimited texts to all networks, unlimited DITO-to-DITO calls, and 300 minutes of calls to other networks. Customers who purchase 2 or more SIM cards will also get P60 off on shipping fee. You can also get your DITO SIM, inclusive of 25GB high-speed data for 30 days, with unlimited texts to all networks, unlimited DITO-to-DITO calls, and 300 minutes of calls to other networks for only P199.

Existing subscribers can also load their SIM with DITO’s 99 and 199 Data Promos on Lazada. 

Sweeter deals on 9.9 

On top of these online exclusive promos, DITO also joins this year’s Shopfest activities on Shopee and Lazada. Starting September 8, you can get even more discounts and offers by tuning in! 

On September 9, you can get P50 off on DITO’s 25GB promo plus P60 off on shipping fee with every purchase, and score DITO’s 10GB data with SIM for only P125 plus P60 off on shipping fee for every purchase of 2 SIMs. Finally, purchase 5 DITO SIMs at P40 each and get P60 off on shipping fee. 

Livestreaming treats for the rest of September

Be sure to tune in on the following dates and times to be one of the lucky viewers to get exclusive vouchers on both Shopee and Lazada! For Shopee, September 8 and 9, (Payday Sale) September 15 and 30, (Shopee Live) September 8 (8PM-11PM), September 9 (12PM-8PM).

For Lazada, mark your calendars for the following Lazada Live schedules: (Big Brands 9.9 Sale) September 8 to 11, (Pre-Sweldo Sale) September 14, (Women’s Fest) September 21 and 22, (Men’s Festival) September 25 and 26, (Sweldo Sulit Sale) September 28 to 30.  

Visit DITO Telecommunity’s website (www.dito.ph) and @DITOphofficial social media pages for more details. 

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About DITO

DITO Telecommunity Corporation, formerly known as Mindanao Islamic Telephone Company, Inc. (MISLATEL) is the newest major telecommunications company in the Philippines after it was awarded a Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity by the National Telecommunications Commission in 2019.

Commercially launched on 8 March 2021, DITO commits to provide world class, fast, affordable, and secure, telecommunications services that connect the Filipino people situated in more than 7,641 islands to the rest of the global community.

DITO is a Filipino company and is a consortium that includes Udenna Corporation, Chelsea Logistics and Infrastructure, and China Telecommunications Corporation.

Converge Inks Loan Package with LANDBANK

3 September 2021 – Leading Philippine fiber broadband provider Converge Information and Communications Technology Solutions, Inc. (PSE: CNVRG) has inked a P3 billion term loan agreement with state-owned Land Bank of the Philippines (LANDBANK) to fund the completion of its terrestrial and subsea domestic fiber backbone network, as well as support the working capital requirements of the internet service provider.

“This loan financing brings us one step closer to our goal of connecting the unserved and underserved areas in the country. The available funds will help us reach into untapped markets, and really ‘Go Deep’ into existing ones,” said Converge CEO Dennis Anthony Uy.

“Our network investments are at the core of our service to Filipinos. There is still huge pent-up demand for high-speed broadband connectivity in the country. And the need for quality internet services became even more critical when the pandemic happened. Suddenly, the home became the office, the school, entertainment center, and marketplace in one,” he noted.

The total loan package from LANDBANK will also include an additional short term loan line as well as a facility for its trade transactions amounting to up to P2 billion.

“This loan package will provide Converge with financial flexibility as we continue to connect Filipino households to our pure fiber network nationwide,” said Converge President Maria Grace Uy. “We expect this financing facility to strengthen our balance sheet and help us reach our goal of covering 55% of Filipino households by 2025.”

Converge has programmed a total of P20 billion for capital expenditures this year, with bulk of the funds going into its nationwide expansion where it connected Visayas and Mindanao to its national fiber backbone. It recently commercially rolled out its services in Cebu province and did a soft launch in Davao City.

“As you further expand your domestic network, broaden your distribution reach, and secure additional access to international connectivity, we in LANDBANK affirm our commitment to support you in meeting these objectives. In terms of inclusivity, Converge’s “Go Deep” strategy to penetrate unserved and underserved areas is aligned with our own, as LANDBANK promotes financial inclusion by serving unbanked and underserved Filipinos,” said LANDBANK President and CEO Cecilia Borromeo during the signing ceremony.

As of end-June 2021, the pure fiber network of Converge has passed over 8.3 million homes, more than double the figure from its year-ago level. This accounts for 32% of total Philippine households and 57% of total homes in Luzon.

Converge and LANDBANK officials at the Loan Agreement Signing (Top row, from left) Converge CEO Dennis Anthony Uy, LANDBANK President and CEO Cecilia Borromeo, Converge President Maria Grace Y. Uy

(Bottom row, from left) LANDBANK Agricultural and Development Lending Sector, Officer-in-Charge Senior Vice President Filipina B. Monje, Converge Deputy Chief Finance Officer Christine Renee R. Blabagno and LANDBANK Corporate Banking Group Head, Senior Vice President Ma. Celeste A. Burgos


About Converge ICT Solutions, Inc.

Converge Information and Communications Technology Solutions, Inc. (PSE:CNVRG) is the leading pure fiber data network and internet service provider in the country. It is the first to run a pure end-to-end fiber internet network, providing Filipinos simple, fast, and reliable internet connection. Converge is ISO 9001 and CE2.0 Certified.

DT One and DITO Partnership Expands Global Airtime Top-Up to Millions of Filipinos Abroad and at Home

DT One, the number one B2B digital transfer network for mobile top-up and data solutions available in more than 160 countries, partners with the Philippines’ newest telco player, DITO Telecommunity Corporation, to offer a wide range of services to DITO customers – both in the Philippines and across the world. 

Through this partnership, DT One will enable airtime and data* top-ups, extending digital services to millions of Filipinos both at home and abroad*. The DT One x DITO collaboration allows users in the Philippines to top-up airtime, using popular Philippine-based partners like Coins.ph, the top blockchain-based mobile wallet in the Philippines, and GrabPay, the online payment solution of Grab and the leading everyday superapp in Southeast Asia.

"We are very excited to partner with DITO, connecting their customers to valuable services and helping one of the largest diaspora communities stay connected. At DT One, we believe in joint growth, and our partners' successes are our successes. With the recent launch of DITO Telecommunity in the Philippines, we continue to expand our coverage of the entire telco network in the Philippines," says DT One Executive Vice President (APAC) Krishnadeep Baruah.

DITO and DT One believe in the power of digital and leveraging next-generation technologies to support and complement digital lifestyles. The DT One partnership offers DITO a wider reach for load distribution, providing customers with broader access to DITO's products and services. Both partners focus on continual innovation, delivering valuable new experiences to customers.

"In line with our goal of bringing fast and reliable connectivity closer to more Filipinos, we are very pleased to partner with DT One in making our products and services accessible not just nationwide but also outside of the Philippines. Through this partnership, we are confident that both companies will have more opportunities to utilize the power of digital transformation in uplifting the lives of many,” says DITO Chief Administrative Officer Adel Tamano.

Through DITO and DT One, customers in the Philippines can now enjoy digital services at the speed of life, fulfilling their work, school, and social obligations easily and without delay. 

“We’re always looking for ways to deliver better service to our customers. With DITO as our newest load partner, DITO subscribers can use Coins to top-up airtime online from anywhere using their mobile wallet - supporting our mission of promoting financial inclusion and making financial services more accessible,” says Nauman Mustafa, CEO at Coins.ph. 

"In addition to the convenience of digital payments to top up their DITO airtime through Grab’s Load feature, our Filipino customers also earn rewards points for every DITO loading transaction. These points can be collected and exchanged for discounts and spendbacks through GrabRewards. GrabPay aims to provide everyday value to Filipinos through its wide range of cashless payment solutions which are simple, convenient, and rewarding,” says Erwin Yamsuan, Head of Grab Financial Services in the Philippines.

From October onwards, customers in the Philippines using Coins.ph or Grab to top up with airtime will receive 2% additional load for every top-up of DITO100 and DITO200 denominations. 

Partners who are keen to explore and find out more about DT One - the world’s leading global network for mobile top-ups and data bundles, innovative mobile rewards, digital vouchers, bill payments, and phone-to-phone solutions, can find out more at  www.dtone.com. 

Interested parties can get in touch with DT One directly by emailing Kelvin Gian at kelvin.gian@dtone.com.

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About DT One 

DT One is a leading B2B digital transfer network for mobile top-up and data solutions. It interconnects more than 1,000 telecommunications, digital and business partners across 160 countries, delivering smart digital connectivity solutions for over 5 billion mobile consumers across emerging economies, helping them maintain quality digital and social connections. www.dtone.com.

About DITO

DITO Telecommunity Corporation, formerly known as Mindanao Islamic Telephone Company, Inc. (MISLATEL) is the newest major telecommunications company in the Philippines after it was awarded a Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity by the National Telecommunications Commission in 2019.

Commercially launched on 8 March 2021, DITO commits to provide world class, fast, affordable, and secure, telecommunications services that connect the Filipino people situated in more than 7,641 islands to the rest of the global community.

DITO is a Filipino company and is a consortium that includes Udenna Corporation, Chelsea Logistics and Infrastructure, and China Telecommunications Corporation.

About Coins

Coins.ph’s mission is to make financial services easily accessible to anyone, including those without a bank account, through their mobile phone. Using Coins.ph, customers have access to a mobile wallet and services such as remittances, mobile airtime, bill payments, transportation providers and digital currency purchase. Coins.ph is regulated by the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) and is the only blockchain-based company in Asia to hold both Virtual Currency and Electronic Money Issuer licenses from a central bank.

About Grab

Grab is the leading superapp platform in Southeast Asia, providing everyday services that matter to consumers. Today, the Grab app has been downloaded onto millions of mobile devices, giving users access to over nine million drivers, merchants, and agents. Grab offers a wide range of on-demand services in the region, including mobility, food, package and grocery delivery services, mobile payments, and financial services across 428 cities in eight countries. www.grab.com.

Applabs: Reaching your highest potentials and targets.

Realizing that more and more people are and will be using Internet connected mobile devices to do both work and play, and that these devices are already playing an integral part of our lives, AppLabs Digital Studios Inc. was founded by Azhar Khan and Ian Atienza. After  After several meetings, it was agreed upon that the common goals of a company should be based first on good intentions. The company must make sure all its people will benefit first, and that any partnership must be solidly based on integrity, positivity and focus. Both passionate men agreed, founded and started what is now AppLabs Digital Studios Inc.

AppLabs Digital Studios is a fast-growing, specialist mobile and web applications development team offering a full suite of end-to-end services across a multitude of industries and markets.

The company is also proud to offer their own products that will be available on several carefully chosen distribution channels. Whether it is for Android, iOS, BlackBerry or the Web, AppLabs Digital Studios is ready to work with you and be with you in reaching your highest potentials and targets.

Within a short period of time, AppLabs has successfully established subsidiaries and strong partnerships to further our global impact. The aggressive expansion brought forth the acquisition of several divisions to accommodate the large demand in the Philippines.

Experienced business consultant Eddie Beull joined the company early in 2013, and he currently holds Corporate Communications Director position. Lea Dolorfino, meanwhile, became a Corporate Relations Director through her hard work, significant contributions to the company, and years of experience in the communications field. She currently holds the distinction as the youngest executive officer in AppLabs Digital Studios.

Applabs was incorporated in Hong Kong because it is one of the world’s most reliable and efficient financial centres, has no exchange control and has a sound common law legal system and communications network. They offer services like Mobile App Development, Web Design and Development, App Testing and Digital Marketing

Only profits which have a source in Hong Kong are taxable there. Profits source elsewhere are not subject to Hong Kong Profits tax. Consequently if a Hong Kong Company is trading or business activities are based outside Hong Kong, no taxation will be levied. Hong Kong Companies with a Hong Kong source of income currently only pay 16.5% tax on profits.

Their list of satisfied clients served includes TV 5, University of the Philippines, Department of Health, Intercast Japan, Rockwell Land, and Media Contacts. They have also teamed up with notable companies to better handle our business and engage corporate social responsibility activities: MyPhone, Infochat, Batibot, WWF Philippines, SM Cyberzone, Wave 89.1 FM and HVMO-Collab.

To know more about Applabs, please visit www.applabsdigital.com or like their Facebook fan page www.facebook.com/AppLabsDigital