DigiP|us Strengthens Existing Responsible Framework

Social media has been abuzz about the effects of g@ming even the terms used with it. It has been a huge concern, as individuals and families get affected, and really, we understand their worries. Back in 2024, the folks from DigiP|us Interactive Corp have ready started campaigning for responsible g@ming. They have already made a framework and this year, continued to strengthen it even inside their brand applications and developed tools for self exclusion, safeguards and communities which they've done for folks across the country. They've been doing this for balanced and responsible pl@y across several of their platforms. They also have done KYC initiatives for security, to limit these for adults, and cross check it with their database for those restricted to do it.

They also have extremely popular ambassadors speaking about these issues like Vice Ganda, Kiefer Ravena and their families. They have reiterated that this form of entertainment should not be the sole activity to earn, they even did several campaigns in short films to make sure the message comes across different demographics. They also train their employees as they walk the talk, as this is their social responsibility. That's quite good to know no?

SHOPBACK Celebrates their 10th Birthday This JUNE!

Shopback is having a big cashback giveaway startling 6.6 and a chance to win real 24k gold and best deals from various brands all this month.

All you need to do is download the shop back app, choose a partner brand or app, click on it on the app and shop as usual. The Cashback you get from this is actual cash, some of their top users get thousands of pesos in return and since it's their 10th year, they plan to make sure different ways to celebrate will be on the app.

Raenald de Jesus the ShopBack Philippines Head of Marketing says "Some are 10 percent on Nike, Zalora, Lazada, and more. This is a milestone for us celebrating our 10th year and without you out customers and partners, these things wouldn't be possible."

Here's what's going to happen during this month:

Timothy Tuason, the Commercial Director for Shopback PH adds "Today we are celebrating our 10th birthday as a region, we planned to do our 8th for the Philippines but we decided to just do it on our 10th Anniversary across Southeast Asia, ANZ, East Asia and EMEA. With 6.5 Million users, we are now the best friend for cashbacks on travel, food, and more, giving 15 Million dollars in total to Filipinos. This is our biggest cashback yet, a truly rewarding experience to shop and get a significant amount (some even paying for 2 Vespa Scooters from the rewards they get)."

Here's the event on our Reels on IG:

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If you open the shopback app, the multi milestone challenge will get you the chance to win 24k gold, exclusive voucher drops on 6.6, mystery prizes, 10-20 percent cashbacks from brands like Zalora, Nike, Puma, and other fashion brands. Exclusive partner brands like KFC will give vouchers and one winner of unlimited chicken for a year. Ayala Malls Manila Bay will have money rain inside the mall for the next 2 weeks, and with the new Shopback Platinum which a few users will get even more vouchers exclusively for them.

If you don't have the Shopback app yet, go download it today!

Meet New Ride Hailing App: PeekUp

Filipinos are always looking for alternatives and with the recent high prices and hard times getting a car, this news just came at the right time. A new player in the ride hailing industry just opened shop, and they are called PeekUp. They're app is now available on the App Store and Google Play, and I've downloaded it too to give it a try.

The platform is easy to use, and utilizes Google Maps as the base. So most often than not, you will be able to find the place you are going to if it is on that too. Payments currently accept CASH and CARDS (more soon). And upon checking the vehicle types, they have Compact (4 seater) and Plus (6 seater) vehicles.

Their rates also seem a bit lower than the leading app, so you really get to have a choice now and save a few bucks using it. As for driver availability, they are still ramping up and encouraging referrals with drivers and passengers. I bet this would be good in the next few months as more drivers get to join them (6000 according to their CEO). They also have a promo of getting credits for the first ones to join them (limited numbers according to posters) and get 2000 points in the process.

In the launch event they did in SM Megamall Fashion Hall dubbed "PeekUp City", celebrities Ara Mina, Paulo Avelino and Cristine Reyes got to work up a crowd. They also encouraged the public to download the app and try them out today. 

Mr. Dave Almarinez the CEO of PeekUp Philippines says "We need to have a ride hailing up that will benefit the Filipinos, that was one year ago. PeekUp means the best experience, smooth rides. Our cars are 4 seaters and 6 seaters. It is important to always have it affordable and safe. We want students and passengers to try it out because this is 100 percent Filipino owned ride hailing app, with potential to grow in the region, and in other countries. Our dream is to have this design and app built by Filipinos to become present in other places soon."

PeekUp is on the way! Are you excited for comfort and convenience? Go download PeekUp now! You may use my referral code JOHN1254 if you plan to install it today!

PS

Ara Mina will be having a concert called Ara Mina All of Me which is her 30th Anniversary concert on July 11th at the Newport Performing Arts Theater in Pasay City.