McDonald’s officially launched its 5G “smart product” in China — and it’s not what you have expected! McDonald’s joined the hype as the company officially launched its 5G “smart product” in China last April 15, 2020. However, McDonald’s didn’t launch its 5G smartphone, instead, the company launched its new fried chicken. See poster below. The … Read more
Tencent officially launched its USD 100-million fund — the Global Anti-Pandemic Fund. Tencent officially launched its USD 100-million fund that was designed to help combat the spread of the coronavirus disease or COVID-19, the Global Anti-Pandemic Fund. The initial fund will be used in purchasing personal protective equipment (PPE) as well as other medical supplies … Read more
The Monetary Board has authorized the BSP to buy government securities worth PHP 300 billion to soften the impact of COVID-19 in the Philippines. The Monetary Board on Monday has authorized the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) to buy government securities worth PHP 300 billion from the Bureau of the Treasury. This fund was part … Read more
PSE on Monday announced the suspension of stock trading starting March 17. The Philippine Stock Exchange (PSE) on Monday officially announced that it will suspend stock trading starting March 17, 2020. This, following the implementation of enhanced community quarantine in Luzon as announced by the Philippine government. The Philippine Stock Exchange, in a post on … Read more
BSP Governor will undergo testing for coronavirus disease or COVID-19. Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas — BSP Governor Benjamin Diokno on Friday said that he would undergo testing for coronavirus disease or COVID-19. This, as BSP Governor Benjamin Diokno said in a text message that he would decide by Monday, March 16, if he could attend … Read more
BTS X FILA Korea officially launched “Voyager Collection” FILA Korea officially launched its spring collection of clothing and accessories, the “Voyager Collection”, in partnership with BTS. This, as FILA Korea on Friday revealed that the company has launched a “specially prepared ‘Voyager Collection’ for the spring season, inspired by the Big Dipper, the constellations, and … Read more
The US Regulators warned these companies to stop selling fake COVID-19 products. Regulators in the United States warned seven (7) companies to stop selling products with false claims that they can treat COVID-19. This, as the warnings were sent to companies based in the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom via email and were … Read more
General Electric (GE) CEO Jack Welch died at the age of 84. CEO Jack Welch died on Monday at the age of 84. The tragic passing of one of America’s best-known businessmen was confirmed by General Electric (GE). In an email, company chief Larry Culp said that Jack’s passing was “a sad day for the … Read more
Stock markets in Asia fell due to the COVID-19 outbreak. MARKETS IN ASIA – Stock futures fall on Monday as investors were anxious by China’s weekend data, showing its fastest ever contraction in factory activity. This, as China’s weekend data raised fears of a global recession from the 2019 novel coronavirus, named COVID-19. Pandemic feared … Read more
Matthew Levatich will be leaving his post as the CEO of Harley-Davidson. Harley-Davidson officially announced that Matthew Levatich will be leaving his post as the company’s chief executive officer (CEO). This, after a motorcycle maker Harley-Davidson has been struggling with its declining sales in the United States as it tried to adapt to an aging … Read more