Globe, Home Credit Bring Learning Tools and FREE internet Installation in One Go

Filipino families can now enjoy free GFiber Prepaid UNLI internet with every purchase of a Sulit Skwela learning device, whether it’s a laptop, tablet, or mobile phone, through Home Credit. This unique partnership between Globe At Home and Home Credit brings together two everyday essentials: a reliable gadget for school and fast, dependable UNLI internet at home. All in one go, and on flexible payment terms.

 

“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.

 

"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.”

 

With Home Credit’s easy installment options and Globe’s affordable, fast, and reliable GFiber Prepaid UNLI internet, it’s never been simpler to gear up. Whether you're in the city or in the province, this offer is available nationwide. No contracts, zero installation fee, and no complicated steps.

Promo runs until July 30, 2025.

 

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

More Growth for Filipino Entrepreneurs with Smart e-load

Mobile services provider Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart) has teamed up with D One Legacy PH Corp to enable more growth for Filipino entrepreneurs and expand access to e-load and telco services nationwide.

Aside from that, this partnership also provides D One Legacy PH Corp members with an additional source of income by enabling them to offer Smart’s value-packed prepaid products to their customers.

"Our collaboration with Smart Communications is more than just a business venture; it is the foundation for financial empowerment and entrepreneurial growth for Filipinos across the country," said Louie Bantigui, Founder, CEO, and President of D One Legacy PH Corp. "We are driven by the mission to provide accessible, profitable, and future-forward business opportunities that allow individuals to take control of their financial futures. This partnership represents a stepping stone for countless Filipinos who are ready to explore the digital marketplace and thrive in it."

An emerging company committed to reshaping the health, wellness, and digital industries in the Philippines, D One Legacy PH Corp continues to provide its members with business initiatives to create profitable ventures, such as selling e-load.

Smart e-load has been one of the fastest selling products for retailers since it was introduced in 2003. A world-first innovation in mobile communication, Smart e-load marked the birth of prepaid services, democratizing access to mobile communication for Filipinos and enabling easier communication across the nation and overseas.

“Our partnership with D One Legacy PH Corp strengthens our mission to empower Filipino entrepreneurs by providing innovative e-loading solutions. By combining Smart’s reliable mobile services with D One legacy’s dynamic business network, we are creating new income opportunities and expanding access to digital connectivity nationwide,” said Jesus “JM” Miguel Jr., National Key Account Manager at Smart Communications.

“This partnership also enables us to provide convenient customer access to prepaid load and help D One Legacy PH Corp achieve their growth targets as they venture in the e-loading business with Smart,” said Christian So, Assistant Vice President and OIC-Head of National Key Accounts at Smart.

Alongside expanding access to e-load, Smart also continuously expands its mobile network, covering 97% of the population nationwide, enabling Filipinos to be more productive, entertained, and stay connected with its 4G/LTE and 5G network, allowing them to access their essential productivity, entertainment, gaming, and other favorite apps on the go. 

These initiatives are in keeping with PLDT and Smart's commitment to narrowing the digital divide and enabling access to communications to more Filipinos across the country, contributing to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UNSDG), particularly on SDG 9 – Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure. 

SM Supermalls Empowers MSMEs’ Future through Inclusive Resilience

For SM Supermalls, resilience remains an essential pillar in its pursuit of sustainability. Without safe, secure, and prepared communities, the vision of sustainable development becomes difficult to achieve. This is why the company believes that promoting resilience is not only a matter of operational readiness but a responsibility to the communities and businesses that form the backbone of the economy.

At the heart of this commitment are micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs). These businesses are often the most vulnerable to disruptions brought about by natural and man-made hazards. Yet, they represent a critical force in the national economy---generating jobs, driving local commerce, and sustaining livelihoods. Recognizing their importance, SM Supermalls has made it a priority to help cultivate an MSME sector that is resilient.

Across its network, close to 70 percent of SM Supermalls’ tenants are currently MSMEs. These businesses operate under unique lessee contracts that acknowledge their specific needs and challenges. To support them, SM not only provides space but also promotes an environment that values preparedness and long-term continuity.

SM Supermalls’ most notable resilience initiative for its MSME tenants is a dedicated Business Continuity Planning (BCP) program launched in 2024. This capacity-building initiative enables businesses to develop tailored Business Continuity Plans and implement adaptive measures to reduce the impact of disruptions.

SM’s tenants are each provided with free access to 5GB of remote digital storage where they can securely store critical business documents such as their BCPs, permits, registrations, and insurance policies, among others. In the event of a disaster, access to these documents becomes seamless, allowing faster processing of insurance claims and a quicker return to operations.

To further scale its impact, SM Supermalls established a public-private partnership with the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), formalized through a Memorandum of Agreement in 2024. Together with ARISE Philippines, a United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR)-affiliated private sector alliance for disaster resilience, the partnership aims to ensure that 6,000 MSMEs have robust BCPs by the end of 2027.

This collaboration is led by DTI Regional Operations Group Undersecretary Blesila Lantayona and Bureau of Small Medium Enterprise Development (BSMED) Director Emma Asusano, alongside SM Supermalls’ Corporate Resilience Department. The shared goal is clear: to safeguard MSMEs nationwide through proactive preparedness.

One key feature of the initiative is the SM-DTI Calamity Recovery (CARE) Booth, activated during times of calamity. Located in malls with communities impacted by disasters, the booth serves as an accessible touchpoint for MSMEs needing post-disaster support---providing a practical and timely response mechanism that bridges the gap between public resources and private needs.

Additionally, SM Supermalls regularly hosts scheduled BCP workshops for MSMEs in collaboration with DTI. These workshops are conducted in centralized SM locations across various regions and are open to both SM tenants and DTI-assisted MSMEs. During these sessions, business owners are introduced to the various risks posed by different types of disasters and are guided step-by-step in developing their own BCPs. These plans are tailored to the unique nature and geographical location of their operations, and the sessions extend to the BCP testing and validation phase to ensure practical application and effectiveness.

The participants are given one month to finalize their BCPs, which must be approved by their business management and submitted to DTI. Since the program’s launch in September 2024, over 1,500 MSMEs have already undergone training, with more scheduled in the months ahead.

“Resilience is not built overnight, and requires education, commitment, and collaboration across different sectors. Knowing this, SM Supermalls continues to invest in long-term resilience not just for its business, but for the broader ecosystem of MSMEs it supports,” said SM Supermalls President Steven Tan. “In doing so, we are reinforcing the fundamental truth that sustainable progress is only possible when communities and businesses are prepared to face the challenges of tomorrow.”