PCTA Members Empower their Communities to Advance and Adapt to the New Normal

Philippine Cable and Telecommunications Association, Inc. (PCTA), together with its members, continue to support the government efforts in improving communications and connectivity services for the public. The pandemic increased the need for stable internet access for social, economic, and educational needs and over 150 internet service provider (ISP) members of the PCTA are at the forefront to help the communities they serve transition into the new normal.

“Providing adequate bandwidth allocation and ensuring that internet service and signals are accessible to our communities are among PCTA’s priorities to support more Filipinos during unprecedented times. We doubled our efforts to improve internet services even in underserved areas,” Joel Dabao, president of PCTA said.

Cotabato Cable Television Network Corporation, one of PCTA’s active members, has put in a lot of work to deliver high quality service and bring the world to the homes of their subscribers in Cotabato City. It has earned the trust of government offices and became the city government’s official internet provider.

Cotabato Cable empowers its community of 3,200 households by providing convenient subscription plans and bundling cable TV with Internet of up to 12mbps in speed for subscribers who shifted to Fiber To The Home (FTTH) system. At the peak of the pandemic, they ensured that they lay out good signal and cable programs that would entertain the elders, help employees who work from home and students who attend their online classes. Cotabato Cable also gave the Department of Education free cablecasting of their modules from Mondays through Fridays.

Bongao Cable TV Network, Inc., one of PCTA’s member operators, has been providing internet service in the Salug Valley Province since 2016. At the start of the pandemic, Bongao Cable extended their services and upgraded their system, availing a higher bandwidth to cater to the needs of their subscribers.

They help schools and learning communities to set-up their online learning by providing a higher bandwidth and reasonable packages. They also support their local government units, specifically the Mayor’s office, to integrate and offer their services online that extends aid to the people in the municipality.

With their constant effort to provide internet services even in the farthest municipalities of the province of Zamboanga del Sur, subscribers no longer need to relocate as they can confidently work from home. Bongao Cable TV Network, Inc. offers the highest internet plan speed of up to 20mbps using the FTTH technology

Bongao cable continuously looks for more ways to upgrade their system to serve their ever-growing number of subscribers without increasing their basic rate for cable TV, at the same time not compromising the quality of their service. In addition, they exercise leniency in the collection of monthly payments understanding the challenges of these unprecedented times.

“As our nation moves forward to recovery, PCTA and its member operators will continue to serve reliable internet connectivity that will empower Filipinos especially in far-flung areas to accelerate and thrive in the digital transformation era,” Dabao added.

For more information about the PCTA and its members nationwide, visit www.pcta.org.ph



ABOUT PCTA

The PHILIPPINE CABLE AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS ASSOCIATION (PCTA), INC. is the umbrella organization of nationwide Cable Television Operators and Internet Service Providers in the Philippines. Its membership roster includes the biggest cable operators in the country as well as the medium and small cable operators who, through their pain-staking efforts, have succeeded in bringing up-to-date programs, information, and technology to the farthest island in the country. To date, the PCTA has over 300 regular members. Together, the PCTA member-cable operators are serving 75% of the total cable TV subscribers in the Philippines.

You Can Now Pay with ShopeePay at SEAOIL

MANILA, MAY 28, 2021 - With the growth of digital payments, ShopeePay, Shopee’s integrated mobile wallet, partners with SEAOIL, a Filipino-owned fuel company, to provide users with a contactless payment option. For the initial launch, customers can use ShopeePay to pay for gas and other products and services in over 45 SEAOIL branches located in major cities like Pasig, Mandaluyong, Taguig, Quezon City, Marikina, Las Pinas, Caloocan, and Antipolo. 

Martin Yu, Director at Shopee Philippines, said, “Shopee is thrilled to partner with SEAOIL, to offer users a safer payment method through ShopeePay. We prioritize the health and well-being of every Filipino; and through ShopeePay, we aim to bring a contactless, convenient and secure payment option to more merchants, especially those that provide everyday essentials, such as SEAOIL. We will continue to collaborate with organizations like SEAOIL to enhance the overall digital payment experience of the local community.” 

Francis Glenn L. Yu, Chief Executive Officer at SEAOIL Phils. Inc., said, “We are happy to partner with ShopeePay to encourage more Filipino consumers to transition to safer and contactless payment methods, especially at this time. Through this initiative, we can make things better and easier for our customers, and we fully commit to doing our part to #FuelPHtoRecovery moving forward.” 

How to pay with ShopeePay to get up to ₱500 coins cashback at SEAOIL:

A minimum spend of ₱50.00 is required to enjoy the 20% coins cashback. The coins cap is at 500 coins per transaction, and each user is allowed a maximum of ten transactions. 

1. Go to the ShopeePay wallet and tap “Scan”

2. Scan the QR code shown by the gas station attendant

3. Input the amount to pay and tap “Confirm”

4. Enter 6-digit ShopeePay PIN

5. Receive coins cashback of up to ₱500

Scan to Pay with ShopeePay is accepted in the following SEAOIL branches: 

With ShopeePay adding SEAOIL to its growing number of partner merchants, they also aim to roll out the Scan to Pay feature in over 500 branches nationwide within the year. To know more on how to Scan to Pay with ShopeePay, visit https://shopee.ph/m/shopeepay-scan-and-pay. 

Download the Shopee app for free via the App Store or Google Play. 

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About Shopee

Shopee is the leading e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia & Taiwan. Shopee connects shoppers, brands, and sellers across Asia and other fast-growing markets, empowering anyone to buy and sell anywhere and at any time. 

 

Shopee offers an easy, secure, and engaging experience that is enjoyed by millions of people daily. It offers a wide product assortment, supported by integrated payments and logistics, as well as popular entertainment features tailored for each market. Shopee is also a key contributor to the region’s digital economy with a firm commitment to helping brands and entrepreneurs succeed in e-commerce.

 

Shopee is a part of Sea Limited (NYSE:SE), a leading global consumer internet company. In addition to Shopee, Sea’s other core businesses include its digital entertainment arm, Garena, and digital financial services arm, SeaMoney. Sea’s mission is to better the lives of consumers and small businesses with technology.

About ShopeePay

ShopeePay is an integrated mobile wallet that offers users easy access to digital payment services. Launched in the Philippines in 2019, ShopeePay enables a seamless shopping experience by allowing users to make online payments on Shopee, top-up their wallets, and transfer and withdraw funds.

 

ShopeePay makes it easier to shop and do business. It provides users with a convenient, secure, and rewarding payment option; it empowers businesses and helps them capture new opportunities.

 

ShopeePay is part of SeaMoney, the digital financial services arm of Sea Group. A leading digital payments and financial services provider in Southeast Asia, SeaMoney’s mission is to better the lives of individuals and businesses in the region with financial services through technology.

MyPhone to Offer up to 71% OFF on ‘Legit Sa LazMall’ Sale

The first Filipino phone brand is all set to offer the lowest MyPhone deals on Legit Sa LazMall Sale happening on June 1.

Following the success of MyPhone’s Tablet Craze on Lazada, the phone brand will be offering its lowest deal ever on the e-commerce platform with up to 71 percent discount on participating MyPhone products.

Among the Phonetastic 1-day Sale of MyPhone on Lazada are MyPhone DTV Dongle, 10,000mAh Powerbank, myM1, myM2, myN6, myP1, myX5, myX12, and the latest water-drop Android phones myWX2, and myWX2 Pro.

With a lot of phone accessories already available in the market, MyPhone will be offering its most compact accessory on sale - and that is the DTV Dongle.

MyPhone DTV Dongle is a small device that enables an Android phone to become a digital TV (free channels only) and will be priced at P199 only.

Aside from accessories, MyPhone basic phones such as myM1, myM2, and myN6 will also be available for only P499, P599, and P549 respectively.

Android phones are also highly anticipated in the promo with myX5 and myX12 on the list, which both have over P1,000 discount, and will be priced at P1,999 (Save P1,300) and P3,599 (Save P1,900) respectively.

Other participating products include MyPhone Powerbank with 10000mAh for P299 (Save P400), myP1 for only P2,599 (Save P200), myWX2 for only P3,399 (Save P300), and myWX2 Pro for only P3,699 (Save P300).

MyPhone’s Phonetastic 1-day Sale on Legit Sa LazMall Sale will be happening on June 1 only.
For more information, like and follow MyPhone’s official social media pages on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter, or visit www.myphone.com.ph.

6 Binge-Worthy Shows and Movies to Watch

MANILA, MAY 27, 2021 - Looking forward to a lazy, relaxing weekend? Snuggle up in bed, light some scented candles, grab your favorite snacks, and pick out a show or movie! 

This weekend, find comfort in rewatching your old faves or joy in discovering new ones. Whether you’re into comedy, action, sci-fi, or fantasy, you’ll definitely find a show that suits your taste on streaming service HBO GO. 

We understand decision paralysis, so we’ve narrowed it down for you. Below, we’ve got six of the best shows and movies to stream this weekend: 

For sitcom lovers

For a fun, lighthearted fare, you can’t beat Friends. This beloved series, which ran for around a decade, features six twenty-somethings trying to navigate adulthood, career, and relationships. Now, 17 years after the last episode aired, watch Rachel, Monica, Phoebe, Joey, Chandler, and Ross as they join celebrity guests in this one-off reunion special. Stream with the rest of the world starting May 27.

For parents looking for a family-friendly movie

Is your whole family staying in for the weekend? Keep kids and adults alike entertained with Tom & Jerry. This animated movie brings these two nemeses and their silly antics to modern-day New York. Kids will definitely enjoy this slapstick animated film, while kids at heart can reminisce about their childhood days by watching along. Stream starting June 4. 

For DC loyalists

With theaters closed last year, Wonder Woman 1984 made its Philippine debut exclusively on HBO GO. This superhero film follows Diana’s journey to learning more about the human world and of course, defeating supervillains—this time, the nefarious Cheetah and Maxwell Lord. Eighties babies will enjoy all the throwbacks referencing the colorful decade. Stream now. 

For fantasy fans

You can’t call yourself a proper fan of the fantasy genre if you haven’t seen Game of Thrones! This show tells the story of noble families—the Lannisters, Starks, and Targaryens, to name a few—warring to win sovereignty over the fictional land of Westeros. Throw a lot of drama, romance, dragons, and monsters into the mix. You can now stream all eight seasons, a reunion special hosted by Conan O’Brien, and its feature documentary, The Last Watch.

For genre bender aficionados

If you like mixing your genres, check out The Nevers. This show combines sci-fi and drama in Victorian era-London and follows a band of women with special abilities, called the “Touched.” Tune in to watch these superwomen battle their enemies with grace and panache, hoop skirts and all.

For sci-fi enthusiasts

Christopher Nolan’s latest Academy Award-winning movie, Tenet, is a thrilling sci-fi adventure. Its nameless protagonist is a CIA agent who manipulates complex rules of time travel to prevent global destruction. This is definitely a cerebral film, so it may require several viewings to fully digest! 

To watch Friends: The Reunion, Tom & Jerry, Wonder Woman 1984, Game of Thrones, The Nevers, Tenet, and other cool shows and movies, get your HBO GO subscription on Shopee: https://shopee.ph/hbogoofficialstore. 

Don’t forget to top up your ShopeePay for more deals! This June 6, enjoy up to 66% coins cashback when you use ShopeePay.

Download the Shopee app for free via the App Store or Google Play.

About Shopee

Shopee is the leading e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia & Taiwan. Shopee connects shoppers, brands, and sellers across Asia and other fast-growing markets, empowering anyone to buy and sell anywhere and at any time. 

Shopee offers an easy, secure, and engaging experience that is enjoyed by millions of people daily. It offers a wide product assortment, supported by integrated payments and logistics, as well as popular entertainment features tailored for each market. Shopee is also a key contributor to the region’s digital economy with a firm commitment to helping brands and entrepreneurs succeed in e-commerce.

Shopee is a part of Sea Limited (NYSE:SE), a leading global consumer internet company. In addition to Shopee, Sea’s other core businesses include its digital entertainment arm, Garena, and digital financial services arm, SeaMoney. Sea’s mission is to better the lives of consumers and small businesses with technology.

About ShopeePay

ShopeePay is an integrated mobile wallet that offers users easy access to digital payment services. Launched in the Philippines in 2019, ShopeePay enables a seamless shopping experience by allowing users to make online payments on Shopee, top-up their wallets, and transfer and withdraw funds.

ShopeePay makes it easier to shop and do business. It provides users with a convenient, secure, and rewarding payment option; it empowers businesses and helps them capture new opportunities. 

About HBO GO

WarnerMedia’s HBO GO is a regional streaming service in Asia. Programming includes award-

winning HBO Original series, movies and documentaries, and HBO Asia Originals which tell

compelling stories from around the region. This is supplemented by exclusive, first-run content

from major Hollywood and independent studios that offers a mix of originals and acquired

content – including kids and family content from Cartoon Network and Warner Bros. Animation –

available to download or stream anytime, anywhere. Log on to www.hbogoasia.com for more

information.

Ilocos Sur Coffee wins BEST in Nationwide Competition

Bigger market opportunities await the coffee industry of Region 1 as the locally produced Robusta coffee from the province of Ilocos Sur dominated the top five (5) spots in the 2021 Philippine Coffee Quality Competition (PCQC). The entries for the Robusta Category submitted by coffee farmers from the province were hailed as best coffee during the PCQC virtual awarding ceremony held on May 26, 2021.

The robusta coffee entry of Mr. Mabini C. Ubuan from the municipality of Sigay bagged the 1st place award. Coffee farmers who landed the other top spots were: Ms. Marielle Gannad, Gregorio Del Pilar- 2nd place; Ms. Erlinda Dao-ayan, Gregorio Del Pilar- 3rd place; Mr. Rodolfo Aciong, Quirino- 4th place; and Ms. Juana Bitongan, 5th place.

Now on its 4th year, the event which was co-organized by the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), Department of Agriculture (DA), Barista and Coffee Academy of Asia, Inc. (BACAA) and the Agricultural Cooperative Development International and Volunteers in Overseas Cooperative Assistance (ACDI/VOCA), aims to aims to unite, empower and nurture the Philippine coffee community through friendly competitions.

National Industry Cluster for Coffee Coordinator and DTI CAR Regional Director Myrna Pablo called for the institutionalization of the PCQC. “Our coffee industry has gone a long way. More stakeholders are joining. Let us support the inclusive growth of the Philippine coffee industry.” she added.

The new normal situation brought about by the pandemic COVID19, had brought challenges in the industry. However, with the strong support and united efforts from the public and private stakeholders, Ms. Cherry Cruz, Chairperson of PCQC, believes that no pandemic could stop the celebration of the growing and improving Philippine Coffee Industry.

The competition was opened to coffee of Philippine origin, submitted by farmers and entities engaged in coffee farming nationwide. The entries were judged from grading, roasting and cupping. The competition was categorized into different types of coffee; robusta, arabica, liberica and excelsa and the mixed category. 103 entries nationwide were assessed for the competition, 13 of which came from Region 1, particularly in Ilocos Sur.

Primarily aiming to strengthen the coffee industry in the country, the competition paves way for Philippine Specialty Coffee to be recognized in the Global coffee industry by performing evaluations aligned with globally accepted grading and profiling protocols and standards of the Coffee Quality Institute (CQI). Moreover, to make the locally produced coffee known in the global market thereby opening more marketing and better pricing opportunities to Philippine coffee farmers.

In Region 1, coffee is one of the priority industries being developed by DTI. It grows in the upland municipalities of Ilocos Norte, Ilocos Sur, and La Union. Fifty-four (54) percent of coffee produced is Robusta while thirty-nine (39) percent is Arabica. Excelsa and Liberica varieties, accounts for about six (6) percent and one (1) percent respectively of production in the region. The crop was basically grown by the residents for home consumption. However, through the years, areas planted for coffee significantly increased due to the distribution of coffee seedlings by various government agencies and appreciation of its market potential by coffee farmers and stakeholders.

Manulife Investment Management partners with Heart Evangelista to promote the value of diversified investments

MANILA - Manulife Investment Management and Trust Corporation (Manulife IM (Philippines)), a subsidiary of leading life insurer Manulife Philippines, recently announced its partnership with actress and visual artist Heart Evangelista as its first-ever brand ambassador.

Now more than ever, having a diversified investment portfolio that combines different asset classes from various markets around the world can be even more critical to help fulfill financial aspirations. “Many Filipinos think they need a lot of money or study complex market concepts before making their first investment. Through our partnership with Heart Evangelista, who has established herself quite successfully in her various ventures as a notable actress, visual media artist, influencer and philanthropist, we hope to reach more Filipinos and show them that investing through our unit investment trust funds (UITFs) can be easy, exciting, and accessible, allowing them to enjoy their present while securing their future,” said Aira Gaspar, Manulife IM (Philippines), President and Chief Executive Officer.

“We can help those who are interested to start their investment journey with us through our wide array of expertly managed global and local funds that fit different needs, which can serve as building blocks in growing their wealth and achieving their investment goals,” Gaspar added.

“Investing has given me the opportunity to get the most of my earnings and open up multiple streams of income. When you want your money to work for you, you must find ways to build your investments, so you can boost your assets. It can then help prepare you for emergencies, and enjoy your savings and retirement,” said Evangelista. “I am fortunate that I have been guided about the importance of managing personal finances and investing for the long term, so returns can grow over the years while I continue living my best life today.”

Evangelista added: “By partnering with Manulife Investment Management, I also get to pay it forward by helping educate more Filipinos, young and old, about the value of investments that can help build their funds and enable them to live comfortably. Small investments made consistently over time can really go far in creating the life that they’ve always wanted for themselves and their loved ones.”

Reinforcing time as a valuable resource that Filipinos can harness to turn their dreams into reality, Manulife IM (Philippines) also launched “Imagine,” its first-ever short film about two aspiring actors who, upon recounting their lives, wondered what they would do if they became millionaires, and realized that time spent wondering can be time spent earning. Imagine is available for viewing on Manulife Philippines' Facebook page (www.facebook.com/ManulifePH).

To learn more about Manulife IM (Philippines) and its collaboration with Heart Evangelista, visit www.manulifeim.com.ph.


About Manulife Investment Management and Trust Corporation

Manulife Investment Management and Trust Corporation is a wholly owned subsidiary of The Manufacturers Life Insurance Co. (Phils.) Inc. (Manulife Philippines). It acquired its trust and other fiduciary business license from the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas in 2017 and started operations in September 2017. It operates under the brand name of Manulife Investment Management, the global wealth and asset management segment of Manulife Financial Corporation. For additional information, please visit www.manulifeim.com.ph.

About Manulife Philippines

The Manufacturers Life Insurance Company opened its doors for business in the Philippines in 1907. Since then, Manulife’s Philippine Branch and later The Manufacturers Life Insurance Co. (Phils.), Inc. (Manulife Philippines) has grown to become one of the country’s leading life insurance companies. Manulife Philippines is a wholly-owned domestic subsidiary of Manulife Financial Corporation, among the world’s largest life insurance companies by market capitalization. Learn more about Manulife Philippines by visiting their website www.manulife.com.ph and following them on Facebook (www.facebook.com/ManulifePH), Twitter (@ManulifePH), and Instagram (@manulifeph).

About Manulife Investment Management

Manulife Investment Management is the global wealth and asset management segment of Manulife Financial Corporation. We draw on more than a century of financial stewardship and the full resources of our parent company to serve individuals, institutions, and retirement plan members worldwide. Headquartered in Toronto, our leading capabilities in public and private markets are strengthened by an investment footprint that spans 17 countries and territories. We complement these capabilities by providing access to a network of unaffiliated asset managers from around the world. We’re committed to investing responsibly across our businesses. We develop innovative global frameworks for sustainable investing, collaboratively engage with companies in our securities portfolios, and maintain a high standard of stewardship where we own and operate assets, and we believe in supporting financial well-being through our workplace retirement plans. Today, plan sponsors around the world rely on our retirement plan administration and investment expertise to help their employees plan for, save for, and live a better retirement.

As of March 31, 2021, Manulife Investment Management had CAD $764.1 billion (US $607.6 billion) in assets under management and administration. Not all offerings are available in all jurisdictions. For additional information, please visit manulifeim.com.

About Manulife

Manulife Financial Corporation is a leading international financial services provider that helps people make their decisions easier and lives better. With our global headquarters in Toronto, Canada, we operate as Manulife across our offices in Canada, Asia, and Europe, and primarily as John Hancock in the United States. We provide financial advice, insurance, and our global wealth and asset management segment, Manulife Investment Management, serves individuals, institutions and retirement plan members worldwide. At the end of 2020, we had more than 37,000 employees, over 118,000 agents, and thousands of distribution partners, serving over 30 million customers. As of March 31, 2021, we had CAD$1.3 trillion (US$1.0 trillion) in assets under management and administration, and in the previous 12 months we made $31.3 billion in payments to our customers. Our principal operations are in Asia, Canada and the United States where we have served customers for more than 155 years. We trade as 'MFC' on the Toronto, New York, and the Philippine stock exchanges and under '945' in Hong Kong.

Disclaimer

The products and services of Manulife Investment Management and Trust Corporation are trust and/or investment solutions and NOT deposit accounts, obligations of, guaranteed, or insured by the Trustee or its affiliates. The Fund/s are not insured or governed by the Philippine Deposit Insurance Corporation (PDIC). Due to the nature of the investment, yields and potential yields cannot be and are not guaranteed. Any loss/income arising from market fluctuations and price volatility of the securities held by the Fund/s, even if invested in government securities, is for the account of the client/participant. As such, the units of participation of the investor in the Fund/s, when redeemed, may be worth more or be worth less than his/her initial investment contributions. When presented, historical performance is purely for reference purposes and is not a guarantee of similar future results. Manulife Investment Management and Trust Corporation is not liable for losses unless upon willful default, bad faith, or gross negligence on its part.

Manulife Investment Management and Trust Corporation, its products and services are regulated and governed by the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) with telephone number (02) 8708-7087 and email address consumeraffairs@bsp.gov.ph. For inquiries or complaints relating to our products and services, you may call our Customer Care Hotline at (02) 8884-7000 or send an email to phtrust@manulife.com. To know your rights under BSP Circular No. 857 (Regulations on Financial Consumer Protection), please access a copy at the BSP website (www.bsp.gov.ph).

GET AMAZING DISCOUNTS AND DEALS WHEN YOU USE GRABPAY AT SM SUPERMALLS

Grab, the leading everyday superapp in Southeast Asia has partnered with SM Supermalls to make shopping safer for mall goers while getting more savings through exciting and exclusive deals.

Mall goers can enjoy the following benefits while shopping at SM Supermalls and Markets from May 15 to June 30.

RIDE WITH GRAB

Ride safer with GrabCar and enjoy PHP 100 off on your rides with promo code: SHOPSMMALLS. Promo code is valid at SM City North EDSA, SM City Fairview, SM Mall of Asia, SM Megamall, and SM Aura Premier.

PARK WITH GRAB

Pay cashless for your parking fee with GrabPay and get a PHP 50 cashback voucher that can be used to pay for your next parking. Promo valid at Pay Parking in SM Supermalls and SM Markets nationwide.

SHOP WITH GRAB

Make the most out of your shopping at The SM Store and SM Markets and get PHP 100 off on GrabCar ride or PHP 100 cashback shopping voucher for every *qualified purchase via GrabPay. Promo valid at over 400 participating The SM Store and SM Markets branches nationwide.

CASH-IN WITH GRAB

While in SM Supermalls, don’t forget to cash-in your GrabPay wallet by simply heading over to any SM Business Center or Mall Information Booth for a safe and hassle-free experience. Best of all, it’s instant and free.

Mall goers paying with their GrabPay wallet can earn GrabRewards points for their purchases, which they can use to save more on their GrabFood orders, Grab rides, or on their next visit to SM or choose from a wide catalogue of vouchers to enjoy more savings from.

Paying for your parking and shopping transactions is safer and much more convenient with QR codes available at the payment booths. Here’s how to do it:

• Open the Grab app and tap the Payment tab
• Tap on “Scan to Pay”
• Scan the QR code
• Just swipe to pay!

Terms and Conditions apply. Visit grb.to/SMxGrab for the complete promo mechanics. Per DTI Fair Trade Permit Nos. FTEB-118800 and FTEB-119276 Series of 2021.

In compliance with safety protocols, mall goers are always advised to wear a face mask and face shield upon riding GrabCar and going to SM Supermalls.

Download Grab PH app for free at Google Play, App Store, and App Gallery.

*Purchases made in areas with GrabCar service will be awarded a P100 GrabCar voucher. Purchases made outside GrabCar service areas will be awarded a P100 cashback voucher.


About Grab

Grab is the leading super app platform in Southeast Asia, providing everyday services that matter to consumers. Today, the Grab app has been downloaded onto over 214 million mobile devices, giving users access to millions of 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 397 cities in eight countries. (www.grab.com)