Filipina Mompreneurs Power 66% of Businesses but Still Face Growth Barriers

     Filipina entrepreneurs, many of them moms are quietly shaping the local economy in such a powerful way, owning 66% of existing businesses and 62% of newly registered ones. It’s inspiring, but at the same time, it also reveals a reality that’s often overlooked.

     Behind these numbers are women juggling so much running a business while managing the demands of home and family. And while their impact is undeniable, many women-led MSMEs still face challenges when it comes to scaling, from limited access to funding to gaps in digital adoption. It’s something that was echoed at the recent 4th Gawad Madiskarte, where leaders from both government and development organizations shared a common message: resilience can only go so far. For Filipina entrepreneurs to truly grow and thrive, stronger and more intentional support systems need to be in place.

Filipina Mompreneurs Power 66% of Businesses but Still Face Growth Barriers

PLDT Home Deals: Free Installation and Speed Boosts for Remote Work Needs

     With fuel prices climbing and inflation reshaping everyday routines, many Filipinos are rethinking the daily commute. In response, PLDT Home is stepping in to make working from home more accessible waiving installation fees and rolling out timely speed boosts so the shift to remote work feels smoother, faster, and more budget-friendly.

     This move also supports the government’s push for flexible work arrangements amid ongoing global uncertainties. By enabling reliable home-based setups, PLDT Home helps Filipinos stay productive, protect their income streams, and spend more meaningful time with family right where it matters most.

PLDT Home Deals: Free Installation and Speed Boosts for Remote Work Needs
"Filipinos are among the most resilient people in the world, and we want to make it easier for them to navigate today’s challenges, especially amid ongoing global uncertainties. This is why we continue to enhance our fiber products and services to better support the daily digital needs of the Filipino workforce,” said Menardo “Butch” Jimenez, Jr., PLDT Chief Operating Officer and Chief Technology Officer.

PLDT Home and Samsung Bring Exclusive Entertainment Deals to Filipino Homes

     Your movie nights, K-drama binges, and weekend gaming sessions are about to get a major upgrade. PLDT Home and Samsung have partnered to bring exclusive entertainment deals, making it easier for Filipino families to enjoy premium viewing experiences at home.

     As more households embrace connected lifestyles, this collaboration combines the country’s most reliable home broadband with one of the world’s leading entertainment technology brands to deliver premium digital experiences right where they matter most: at home.

PLDT Home and Samsung Bring Exclusive Entertainment Deals to Filipino Homes

From Hustle to High-Tech: Filipino Mompreneurs Turn to Gemini to Grow Their Businesses

     Filipino mompreneurs are transforming homegrown businesses by embracing artificial intelligence (AI). They streamline operations, spark creativity, and make smarter decisions. Once complex, AI is now accessible, helping women entrepreneurs automate routine tasks and focus on growing purposeful, sustainable businesses.

     More than just a tool, AI is quickly becoming an essential support system—helping mompreneurs manage finances, spot trends, and generate new ideas with greater speed and confidence. This shift comes to life through the real stories of Filipina entrepreneurs at the Gemini Academy, a collaboration among Google Philippines, PLDT Home, and Madiskarte Moms PH. Here, women are learning how to harness AI to elevate their businesses and expand their impact.

From Hustle to High-Tech: Filipino Mompreneurs Turn to Gemini to Grow Their Businesses
From tech-curious to tech-empowered: Madiskarte Moms PH has evolved into a digitally savvy community. The Gemini Academy event successfully transitioned the conversation from "what AI is" to how it can practically supercharge home-based enterprises.

Cinema in a box: PLDT Home Life StreamTV+ for Ultimate Entertainment

     PLDT Home Life raises the bar for home entertainment in the Philippines with the launch of StreamTV+ – a new premium streaming device created in collaboration with Sagemcom, Bang & Olufsen, and Dolby. This powerhouse lineup features global experts in hardware design, cinematic sound, and smart technology to create one sleek device designed for the way Filipino families stream and connect at home.

     StreamTV+ is the latest innovation from the country’s leading telco, going beyond fiber-fast internet to deliver the ultimate entertainment experience customers have been waiting for. It’s the dream setup for many: with stunning 4K visuals made richer with Dolby Vision, multi-dimensional sound powered by Dolby Atmos, audio refined by Bang & Olufsen, and voice control of TV and smart home devices powered by Google Assistant, it transforms any living room into a smarter, more cinematic space – without the clutter of multiple gadgets.

Cinema in a box: PLDT Home Life StreamTV+ for Ultimate Entertainment

PLDT Home Strengthens Support for Women-Led Enterprises This Women’s Month

     A growing number of women across the Philippines are turning online platforms into full-fledged businesses, reshaping the country’s entrepreneurial landscape in the process. This Women’s Month, PLDT Home highlights this surge and expands its support for women-led enterprises through stronger connectivity, AI training, and programs aimed at helping businesses scale responsibly.

     Recent data from the Philippine Commission on Women shows just how significant this shift has become. Women own 66 percent of small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and lead 62 percent of newly registered businesses. These figures underscore the growing influence of women as economic drivers and community builders nationwide.

PLDT Home Strengthens Support for Women-Led Enterprises This Women’s Month

PLDT Home is your new “BFF”

     Reliable connections are built to last, just like the relationships they support at home. As a constant presence in Filipino households, PLDT Home continues to bring families closer with a new offer designed for long-term value and everyday digital needs.

     PLDT Home introduces its Broadband Free Forever (BFF) Promo, giving new subscribers the chance to enjoy a free fiber connection for life, making PLDT Home’s internet a lasting part of the family across generations.

PLDT Home is your new “BFF” 

Never Bitin! Unli Success with PLDT Home Fiber Prepaid

     Managing internet usage often means balancing data limits with a daily budget. PLDT Home Fiber Prepaid’s new video campaign brings to life a reality that most families deal with and how affordable and unlimited fiber can offer a practical option for home connectivity.

     PLDT Home Fiber Prepaid’s latest video dubbed “Bitin” reflects a common reality for many Filipino households who rely on volume-capped data for home use. Whether it’s learning new skills, watching online content, or livestreaming from home, PLDT Home Fiber Prepaid highlights in the video how unlimited fiber can remove everyday limits and enable success at home.

Never Bitin! Unli Success with PLDT Home Fiber Prepaid

Protect and Upgrade your Home with PLDT Home Life’s Smart Starter Kit

     With way more modern and technologically advanced threats these days, smart home devices are a must when building a safer, more secure, and more convenient household. These devices not only support a more connected home experience, but also provide added reassurance for you and your family’s well-being.

     The new year offers an opportunity to reassess your home technology, especially if you’re considering to level up to a smart home setup. With the Internet of Things (IoT) at the forefront of smart living solutions, upgrading your space proves to be key in keeping your household more connected and protected than ever before.

Protect and Upgrade your Home with PLDT Home Life’s Smart Starter Kit

5 Stranger Things Moments that hit Close to Home

     When you think of Stranger Things, you probably picture Demogorgons, epic 80s fashion, and Kate Bush saving the day. But every real Stranger Things fan knows that at its core, without the monsters and the mayhem, the hit series is a story about love.

     From the first flicker of the Byer’s iconic Christmas lights back in 2016 to the most recent heart-stopping moments in its top-trending fifth season, the Duffer Bros’ entire masterpiece is a testament to the power of family, friendship, and sheer courage combined. Here’s a recap of the best moments that truly stick – the ones that remind us why we root for our band of everyday heroes and why they always find a way to survive. Spoiler alert!

5 Stranger Things Moments that hit Close to Home

Ultimate Entertainment: PLDT Home Plans with Netflix, Cignal, and Now HBO Max

     Strengthening its position as the country’s telco leader in home entertainment, PLDT Home has added HBO Max to its powerhouse lineup of streaming partners. This upgrade in its Fiber Unli All Plans further brings customers an even wider offering of premium entertainment content on top of Netflix and Cignal, realizing the company’s vision of providing Filipino families with unlimited streaming possibilities.

     New and existing customers of the enhanced PLDT Home Fiber Unli All Plan 2499 and Plan 3199 now get HBO Max Standard subscription as part of their fiber connection, on top of their monthly access to Netflix and Cignal. These upgraded plans combine unlimited internet with speeds up to 700 Mbps and 1 Gbps (respectively), unlimited calls, and unlimited access to world-class entertainment over-the-top services (OTTs) – all in one subscription.

Ultimate Entertainment: PLDT Home Plans with Netflix, Cignal, and Now HBO Max

School Success Starts at Home with Free 30-Day Fiber

     For today’s students, learning doesn’t stop after school hours. It stretches into the night at home, where shared spaces typically transform into mini study hubs. Parents also feel this shift, even on #WalangPasok days when school shifts to virtual lectures and an internet connection is essential at any time of the day. 

     Every school season brings parents into a balancing act of stretching their budget for books, uniforms, and school supplies while making sure that their children have everything they need to excel. With PLDT Home Fiber Prepaid, students and parents need not worry. 

School Success Starts at Home with Free 30-Day Fiber

High Speed Hitters Strengthens Lineup for PVL Reinforced Conference

     The PLDT High Speed Hitters are storming into the 2025 PVL Reinforced Conference powered by renewed strength and added firepower. Coming off back-to-back preseason championships in the PVL On Tour and the Invitational Conference, PLDT led with a 15-game winning streak – before their loss to the Cignal Super Spikers in their most recent duel. This season, the team channels the heartbreak of last year's fourth place finish into potent fuel, assembling a championship roster led by a world-class import and two dynamic local talents.

     Leading the charge is new Russian outside hitter Anastasiia Bavykina. Standing at a towering 6’2”, the 33-year-old brings over 15 years of international experience, spanning Russia, Europe, Asia, and the United States. The veteran player is the perfect solution for PLDT, adding crucial height, offensive versatility, and an immediate blocking presence to complement the team's already solid defensive unit.

High Speed Hitters Strengthens Lineup for PVL Reinforced Conference

Meet PLDT Home's OMG 2025 Winners

     PLDT Home subscribers from across the country took home life-changing prizes including ₱1 million in cash, a brand-new Toyota Fortuner, and Free Broadband for Life during the grand awarding ceremony of the One Mega Giveaway (OMG) promo held in Manila. Now on its second year, the nationwide promo celebrates inspiring stories of everyday Filipinos whose lives have been transformed through the power of reliable connectivity. The awarding event gathered PLDT Home and Toyota Motor Philippines executives in a meaningful celebration of connection, resilience, and hope.

     Mr. Patrick S. Tang, PLDT First Vice President and Head of Home Acquisition Marketing shared "Every year, we meet subscribers whose stories remind us why we do what we do “At PLDT Home, we aim to make every connection truly meaningful not just by providing strong and reliable internet, but also by creating opportunities that empower families to work, learn, and thrive while winning life-changing rewards.”

Meet PLDT Home's OMG 2025 Winners 

PLDT Home celebrates the inspiring stories of the One Mega Giveaway (OMG) winners together with Toyota Motor Philippines. (L-R) PLDT Home Sr. Marketing Specialist Jester Javier; PLDT Home AVP & Head of Home PR, Influencer Management and Brand Advocacies Maxine Loyola; Toyota Motor Philippines’ Brand Officer Jerome Arcilla, Brand Management Officer JC Gaon, Vice President for Marketing Services Elvin Luciano; PLDT Home AVP & Head of National Acquisition Marketing Byox Gonzales, Sr. Marketing Specialist Shy Pantinos, and AVP & Head of Home Fiber Irwin de Guzman.

Gawad Madiskarte Celebrates Five Years of Heart, Hustle, and Community

     PLDT Home and Madiskarte Moms PH (MMPH) mark a milestone this year as they celebrate five years of empowering Filipina mompreneurs – women who lead with heart, hustle, and ingenuity. From humble beginnings during the pandemic, the movement has grown into a thriving community of over 215,000 members, with more than 25,000 mompreneurs trained, equipped, and inspired to build businesses that uplift families and transform communities. 

     This year, MMPH brings back Gawad Madiskarte, the annual awards ceremony that honors exceptional Filipina mompreneurs who embody leadership, compassion, and innovation. More than just awards, Gawad Madiskarte has become a powerful platform for uplifting women whose creativity and determination transform not only their families, but also their communities—and the nation.

Gawad Madiskarte Celebrates Five Years of Heart, Hustle, and Community

Turning Dreams Into Reality: My Personal Sakses Story with PLDT Home Fiber Prepaid

     Home is where hustle meets heart, and where true success begins. That’s why, when I was given the opportunity to become a stay-at-home mom, I embraced it wholeheartedly. It wasn’t an easy decision as some of my personal plans and dreams had to be set aside, but the joy of witnessing my son blossom each day was simply irreplaceable. Years later, another door opened, and I proudly stepped into the role of a work-at-home mom. My first side hustle was digital content creation, and today, fueled by passion and the desire to build something tangible, I took a leap of faith and opened my very own waffle and brew corner.

     Balancing family, finances, and my hustle has never been easy. There were moments when bills piled up, responsibilities at home became overwhelming, and I still had to find the energy to push through with my dreams. Running a food business added another layer of challenge. Early mornings to prepare ingredients, late nights counting sales, and days when foot traffic was slow, and I questioned if I had made the right choice. There were times when I worried about food spoilage, rising supply costs, and whether I could keep up with the demands of both my family and my business. But in between the struggles came small yet meaningful wins: seeing a customer return for their favorite drink, hearing compliments about the cozy space I built from scratch, and watching sales slowly but surely grow. Those moments reminded me that every ounce of effort was worth it. Instead of giving up, I chose to take things one step at a time and find my own diskarte by balancing the sacrifices with the joy of creating something that not only supports my family but also brings happiness to others.

 Turning Dreams Into Reality: My Personal Sakses Story with PLDT Home Fiber Prepaid

Sumakses na! Ninong Ry, Suzzysaur, and Maki for PLDT Home Fiber Prepaid

     All it takes is a strong, reliable internet connection to turn once-distant dreams into everyday realities. From starting an online business to becoming the next internet sensation – more Filipinos today are exploring fresh opportunities, kids are learning beyond the classroom, and dreamers are sharing their talents with the world. 

     This is exactly what PLDT Home Fiber Prepaid captures in its latest campaign “Hall of Fame”, spotlighting three of today’s favorite online personalities: food content creator Ninong Ry, gaming streamer Suzzysaur, and singer-songwriter Maki. As digital platforms continue to redefine careers in content creation, remote work, and entrepreneurship, the “Hall of Fame” campaign celebrates this transformation by highlighting real-life stories of Filipinos who turned their passion into profession, all powered by a strong and reliable fiber connection. 

Sumakses na! Ninong Ry, Suzzysaur, and Maki for PLDT Home Fiber Prepaid

Sumakses with PLDT Home Fiber Prepaid. PLDT Home introduces its Fiber Prepaid Brand Ambassadors gaming streamer Suzzysaur, food content creator Ninong Ry, and singer-songwriter Maki together with Senior Vice President and Head of PLDT Home John Y. Palanca, Vice President and Head of Home Fixed Broadband Roy Victor E. Añonuevo, and Vice President and Head of Home Marketing Communications Ina Pineda.

Patience, Chemistry, ‘Pusong PLDT’: High Speed Hitters Heading to 1st PVL Finals Match

     It’s time. After seemingly elusive chances at the podium in the past conferences, the PLDT High Speed Hitters are finally closing in on their first-ever Premiere Volleyball League (PVL) championship as they take on the Chery Tiggo Crossovers this Sunday at the Mall of Asia Arena.

     The Manuel V. Pangilinan-backed team definitely revved their momentum all the way up to a fever pitch. Finishing the short but sweet PVL off-season conference undefeated, the High Speed Hitters took out the Creamline Cool Smashers with a heart-thumping 5-set victory in the semifinals do-or-die.

Patience, chemistry, ‘pusong PLDT’: High Speed Hitters reveal game plan heading to 1st PVL finals match

5 Things Wednesday Addams Taught us About True Friendship

     Have you ever noticed how the shows we stream often reflect the way we live? Whether you're deep into a solo binge-watch or sharing gasp-worthy moments with family on the couch, the best stories stick with us. And with the seamless connection of PLDT Home Fiber, these cinematic worlds come to life without interruption, making it even easier to find powerful life lessons from our favorite shows. It shouldn’t be surprising then that Netflix’s hit series Wednesday offers more than thrills and mystery – it’s packed with insights that resonate with both ourselves and the people around us.

     You see, Nevermore Academy might be full of monsters and mayhem, but it also gave us one of the most unexpected – and heartwarming – friendships on TV: Wednesday Addams and werewolf Enid Sinclair. While one is a macabre mystery-solver and the other a colorful, social butterfly, their dynamic throughout the first season revealed a surprising amount about what it truly means to be a friend. Here are the five most important friendship lessons you can pick up from Wednesday and Enid:

5 Things Wednesday Addams Taught us About True Friendship

For Life's Uninterrupted Moments, PLDT Home is Always ON

     In homes where life never stops and every second matters, PLDT Home introduces a game-changing innovation designed for today’s fast-paced, always-connected lifestyle. PLDT Home’s Always On, the country’s first hybrid modem with built-in fiber and LTE backup, ensures uninterrupted connectivity so Filipino families can stay online no matter what. From early-morning meetings and online classes to streaming marathons and remote work setups, staying connected has become a non-negotiable part of daily life. 

     “Always On was built around the realities of how Filipinos live and work today—complex, multitasking, and digitally-driven,” said John Y. Palanca, Senior Vice President and Head of Home Consumer Business, Sales and Development at PLDT. “At PLDT Home, we are committed to creating innovative solutions that meet the real needs of our customers. Even a moment of disconnection can mean missed opportunities or lost time with loved ones. That’s why Always On is more than just a device. It’s our promise to keep families connected when it matters most.”

For Life's Uninterrupted Moments, PLDT Home is Always ON