4:02 p.m. April 20, 2026

FOR decades, MILO® Philippines and the Philippine Sports Commission (PSC) have stood behind the journeys of Filipino champions. 

On April 14, 2026, these two pillars of sports renewed their commitment through a landmark partnership aimed at strengthening support systems and building a more inclusive sports culture across the country.

The collaboration aligns with the PSC’s “Grassroots to Gold, Gold to Greatness” campaign, which emphasizes that excellence is built early and consistently with the right support. Present during the signing at the Nestlé Hub in Rockwell were PSC Chairman John Patrick “Pato” Gregorio, Veronica “Caron” Cruz, Senior Vice President of MILO® Philippines and Business Executive Officer at Nestlé Philippines, and Carlo Sampan, Head of MILO® Sports.

A shared vision for a stronger nation. 

PSC Chairman Gregorio joins MILO® Philippines’ Veronica Cruz and Carlo Sampan to officially renew their longstanding partnership. The collaboration reinforces a joint commitment to athlete welfare and the “Grassroots to Gold” mission, ensuring every Filipino athlete is empowered from their first step to the podium.

Nurturing Champions in Life

The core of this renewed partnership is a shared focus on expanding grassroots reach to ensure inclusivity across the archipelago. By leveraging platforms like MILO® Active Pilipinas, Batang Pinoy, Women in Sports, and community-based sports programs, the collaboration aims to provide every child, regardless of background, the space to discover their potential.

“At MILO, our purpose is to build champions in sport and in life,” said Cruz. “Developing sport, especially at the grassroots, cannot be done by one institution alone. It takes committed partnerships that bring together a shared purpose and a long-term view of impact. We are inspired by the PSC’s direction and are honored to stand with them.”

A Sustainable Legacy of Sport

This vision is further reflected in MILO® Philippines’ ongoing efforts to champion active lifestyles nationwide. Earlier this year, the brand marked the 50th year of the MILO Marathon, a milestone that highlights its long-standing role in grassroots sports. 

“At MILO®, we believe in a holistic approach to sports development: one that goes beyond physical training to include values formation, proper nutrition, and access to meaningful opportunities,” said Carlo Sampan, Head of MILO® Sports. “This partnership with the PSC allows us to further strengthen that commitment by creating a more complete support system for young athletes, from grassroots to elite levels,” Sampan added.

7:15 p.m. April 19, 2026

TikTok, the leading destination for short-form mobile video, continues to strengthen its #ThinkTwice Troop advocacy program through a partnership with Plan International Pilipinas, a non-government development and humanitarian organization specializing in girls’ and children’s rights, reinforcing its commitment to online teen safety.

In an event to mark National Women’s Month, Rinoa, Shantel, Marianne, and Kathleen, Youth Advocates from various Plan International Pilipinas projects, were announced as the first teen members of the #ThinkTwice Troop, contributing youth perspectives to TikTok’s ongoing efforts to promote digital literacy, safety, and positive online engagement among Filipino teens, especially young girls.

“Safety has always been at the core of everything we do at TikTok,” said Yves Gonzalez, Head of Public Policy for the Philippines at TikTok. “Expanding the #ThinkTwice Troop through our partnership with Plan International Pilipinas allows us to directly engage with more young people, understand their aspirations and challenges, and empower them to navigate digital spaces safely with confidence and creativity.”

Safe Spaces for Creativity, Learning and Connection

During the Youth Panel, Rinoa, Shantel, and Kathleen shared their perspectives on navigating the digital world, citing they feel comfortable to share content and participate in online communities when educated on safety tools and privacy features.

They also cited how platforms like TikTok are positive spaces, where they can express themselves, connect with others, and discover new interests, a testament to how the digital world has become a meaningful part of teens’ everyday lives.

Finally, advocates underscored the importance of involving teens and young people in shaping safer online spaces and continued support from platforms, educators, and communities through digital literacy programs, reflecting the important role of young people not only as beneficiaries but as active partners in shaping safer and more inclusive digital environments.

“Teen-friendly and easy-to-understand policies, user-friendly tools, insights from the youth–these are just some of the aspects that are vital for platforms to understand and apply in creating safer environments for us,” said Marianne.

Empowering Teen Girls and Young People

In a separate panel, Pebbles Sanchez-Ogang, Executive Director of Plan International Pilipinas, Irish Almeida, Chief Privacy Officer of Globe Telecom, and licensed professional teacher and TikTok creator Lyqa Maravilla (@lyqamaravilla), highlighted the importance of women representation in tech leadership, policy development, and content creation, ensuring society builds online spaces where women and girls can thrive.

8:11 p.m. April 10, 2026

DigiPlus Interactive Corp., the country’s premier digital entertainment provider behind BingoPlus, ArenaPlus, and GameZone, is solidifying the Philippines’ presence on the global sporting map, securing the staging of  world-renowned International Series (IS) for a second straight year. 

Building on the success of the 2025 showcase, DigiPlus, through its pioneering brand BingoPlus, is stepping up as title partner for the Philippine Open when it tees off Nov. 12 to 15 at Manila Southwoods Golf and Country Club in Carmona, Cavite, officially part of the global tournament’s action-packed calendar.

“By securing the BingoPlus Philippine Open’s place within the International Series, we are building a sustainable ecosystem for the Filipino athlete,” DigiPlus chairman Eusebio H. Tanco said.

“This is ‘Entertainment for Good’ in action, as it utilizes our platform to create opportunities for Filipino talent to excel on the global stage while also showcasing the Philippines as a premier destination not only for sports, but also tourism,” he added.

Launched back in 2022, the International Series marks an evolution for the prestigious Asian Tour. Backed by massive funding from LIV Golf, the series consists of several elevated tournaments designed to provide a platform for elite talent, allowing players to earn promotions to the high-stakes LIV Golf League.

The Philippine Open is Asia’s oldest national championship, and with DigiPlus and BingoPlus powering the showcase, the meet is poised to rejoin prominent golf tournaments around the world.

The BingoPlus Philippine Open will feature a formidable roster of international champions, headlined by homegrown ace and ArenaPlus ambassador Miguel Tabuena. His success as a LIV Golf League World Card is the ultimate testament of Philippine potential at the pinnacle of the sport. 

Beyond the immediate gains for sports tourism, the November showpiece marks a turning point for Philippine golf, as it accelerates the development of the sport and elevates it onto the world stage.

More updates on the tournament will be shared on official DigiPlus and BingoPlus platforms in the coming weeks. 

The BingoPlus Philippine Open will feature a formidable roster of international champions, headlined by homegrown ace and ArenaPlus ambassador Miguel Tabuena

Manila Southwoods

DigiPlus elevates BingoPlus Philippine Open to International Series stage

DigiPlus Interactive Corp., the country’s premier digital entertainment provider behind BingoPlus, ArenaPlus, and GameZone, is solidifying the Philippines’ presence on the global sporting map, securing the staging of  world-renowned International Series (IS) for a second straight year. 

Building on the success of the 2025 showcase, DigiPlus, through its pioneering brand BingoPlus, is stepping up as title partner for the Philippine Open when it tees off Nov. 12 to 15 at Manila Southwoods Golf and Country Club in Carmona, Cavite, officially part of the global tournament’s action-packed calendar.

“By securing the BingoPlus Philippine Open’s place within the International Series, we are building a sustainable ecosystem for the Filipino athlete,” DigiPlus chairman Eusebio H. Tanco said.

“This is ‘Entertainment for Good’ in action, as it utilizes our platform to create opportunities for Filipino talent to excel on the global stage while also showcasing the Philippines as a premier destination not only for sports, but also tourism,” he added.

Launched back in 2022, the International Series marks an evolution for the prestigious Asian Tour. Backed by massive funding from LIV Golf, the series consists of several elevated tournaments designed to provide a platform for elite talent, allowing players to earn promotions to the high-stakes LIV Golf League.

The Philippine Open is Asia’s oldest national championship, and with DigiPlus and BingoPlus powering the showcase, the meet is poised to rejoin prominent golf tournaments around the world.

The BingoPlus Philippine Open will feature a formidable roster of international champions, headlined by homegrown ace and ArenaPlus ambassador Miguel Tabuena. His success as a LIV Golf League World Card is the ultimate testament of Philippine potential at the pinnacle of the sport. 

Beyond the immediate gains for sports tourism, the November showpiece marks a turning point for Philippine golf, as it accelerates the development of the sport and elevates it onto the world stage.

More updates on the tournament will be shared on official DigiPlus and BingoPlus platforms in the coming weeks.