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Brooks submits Adiwang in dominant ONE debut
Nov. 27, 2021 11:30 p.m.
SINGAPORE — ONE Championship™ (ONE) returned with ONE: NEXTGEN III, a previously recorded event from the Singapore Indoor Stadium that aired via tape delay on Friday, 26 November. The card featured three all-striking ONE Super Series contests and three mixed martial arts bouts, including a pivotal showdown between top strawweights.
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In the main event, promotional newcomer Jarred Brooks stunned #5-ranked strawweight contender Lito Adiwang via arm triangle submission after controlling the bout from start to finish.
Brooks shot for a takedown almost immediately when the fight began, successfully bringing the action to the mat with a double-leg. With his back on the canvas, Adiwang tried his best to defend against the American’s top pressure as Brooks advanced his position. In the second round, Brooks landed two more takedowns, including an emphatic slam, before swiftly transitioning to the fight-ending choke. With his arm trapped and nowhere to go, Adiwang had no choice but to tap out.
In the co-main event, former ONE Bantamweight Kickboxing World Champion Alaverdi Ramazanov returned to Muay Thai and made quick work of Pongsiri PK.Saenchai Muaythaigym, landing a beautiful uppercut toward the end of the first round to score a stoppage victory. Ramazanov used his reach advantage early, keeping Pongsiri at the end of his striking range. As the Thai tried to close the distance, Ramazanov caught him coming in with the right hand, ending the bout abruptly.
Former ONE Strawweight World Champion and current #4-ranked strawweight contender Alex Silva tapped out veteran Rene Catalan via armbar in the first round of their highly anticipated rematch. Silva brought Catalan down to the mat after the Filipino star missed with a combination. Once on the ground, the Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt cleverly worked his way into the perfect position to secure the bout-ending submission.
Multiple-time Muay Thai World Champion Panpayak Jitmuangnon scored a unanimous decision victory over promotional newcomer Daniel Puertas in a three-round ONE Super Series kickboxing contest. Panpayak showcased his precision and power early, connecting on a laser-like left hand down the middle to knock Puertas down in round one. Puertas survived and tried to increase the pressure in rounds two and three, but Panpayak continued his solid counterstriking to dominate the rest of the way.
Rising star Ruslan Emilbek Uulu took care of business against Dutch lightweight Pieter Buist to win by unanimous decision after three grueling rounds. Uulu wasted no time at the sound of the opening bell, immediately landing a takedown that brought the action to the ground. The Kyrgyzstani fighter utilized superior wrestling to keep Buist’s back glued to the mat, scoring major points with the judges. Buist tried to come back, using his length to keep his opponent at bay, but Uulu would not be denied and applied consistent pressure as the fight progressed.
Brazilian striker Felipe Lobo kicked off a fantastic card with a resounding victory over highly regarded Thai fighter Rodlek PK.Saenchai Muaythaigym in a ONE Super Series kickboxing contest. Lobo was fast and powerful with his precise punching from the first round to the last, while Rodlek was unable to make the necessary adjustments. Featuring a consistent left hook to the body and a terrific right uppercut, Lobo blew past Rodlek on the judges’ scorecards to take home a surprising unanimous decision after three rounds.
Official Results for ONE: NEXTGEN III
Mixed Martial Arts – Strawweight: Jarred Brooks def. Lito Adiwang via Submission (Arm Triangle) at 3:07 of R2
Muay Thai – Bantamweight: Alaverdi Ramazanov def. Pongsiri PK.Saenchai Muaythaigym via KO at 2:39 of R1
Mixed Martial Arts – Strawweight: Alex Silva def. Rene Catalan via Submission (Armbar) at 3:35 of R1
Kickboxing – Flyweight: Panpayak Jitmuangnon def. Daniel Puertas via Unanimous Decision
Mixed Martial Arts – Lightweight: Ruslan Emilbek Uulu def. Pieter Buist via Unanimous Decision
Kickboxing – Bantamweight: Felipe Lobo def. Rodlek PK.Saenchai Muaythaigym via Unanimous Decision
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Cebuana Lhuillier ventures into future of payments at Plan B Forum in Lugano, Switzerland
10:40 p.m. December 30, 2024
Cebuana Lhuillier, the Philippines’ leading microfinance institution, is stepping into the future of payments by exploring innovative blockchain solutions.
This initiative underscores the company’s commitment to financial inclusion and its strategic move towards adopting digital technologies. Senior Executive Vice President Philippe Andre Lhuillier attended the prestigious Plan B Forum in Lugano, Switzerland, where financial leaders and innovators gathered to discuss the next evolution in payments, blockchain, and digital finance.
A Global Stage for Financial Innovation
The Plan B Forum serves as a vital platform for thought leaders to explore the future of blockchain and digital currencies in the global economy. With a focus on the growing impact of decentralized finance (DeFi), stablecoins, and digital currencies, the forum highlights how emerging technologies are reshaping the landscape of financial services. Cebuana Lhuillier’s participation signifies its drive to stay ahead of technological advancements that can reshape and bridge TradFi and DeFi in the Philippines.
The event was attended by some of the prominent names in the digital currency space, demonstrating Cebuana’s commitment to industry and reinforcing its role in shaping the crypto landscape.
Cebuana Lhuillier: Championing Financial Inclusion in the Digital Space
Jean Henri Lhuillier, President and CEO of Cebuana Lhuillier, highlights the company’s growing focus on digital transformation. “As Cebuana Lhuillier continues to expand in the digital space, it aims to enhance payment services by adopting stablecoins and partnering with innovative digital solutions companies. These technologies promise faster, more affordable, and secure transactions for Filipinos, offering a modern way to manage payments with greater transparency and ease.”
Following this, Cebuana Lhuillier Senior Executive Vice President Philippe Andre Lhuillier added, “Blockchain technology and digital currencies are not just tools for innovation; they are vehicles for empowerment. By leveraging these technologies, we can democratize access to financial services, enabling Filipinos from all walks of life to participate in a global digital economy.”
This move reflects Cebuana Lhuillier’s commitment to providing reliable financial services that cater to the evolving needs of its customers across the country.
In representing Cebuana Lhuillier at the forum, Philippe Andre Lhuillier emphasized the importance of financial inclusion in the digital age. In an era where internet access and digital infrastructure are rapidly expanding, especially with advancements in web3 technologies, it set the stage that highlighted the importance of emerging payments in the web3 space and the role of Cebuana Lhuillier in bridging this technology with traditional finance.
Cebuana Lhuillier’s participation at the forum reinforces its commitment to financial inclusion. By incorporating digital wallets, blockchain technology, and digital currencies, the company aims to expand access to financial services, beyond traditional finance.
President and CEO Jean Henri Lhuillier remarked “With the evolution of financial landscapes, Cebuana Lhuillier is positioning itself at the forefront of digital transformation in the Philippines. By attending the Plan B Forum, the company is not only seeking to learn from global leaders but is also reaffirming its role as a key player in the future of payments and financial inclusion. Philippe Andre Lhuillier’s participation marks a critical step towards realizing Cebuana Lhuillier’s vision of becoming a fully integrated financial service provider that leverages cutting-edge technology.”
As blockchain and digital cryptocurrency technologies continue to grow, Cebuana Lhuillier is well-positioned to lead the way in providing innovative financial services.
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InLife wins Best in Future of Intelligence Award at IDC Future Enterprise Awards 2024
3:30 p.m. December 25, 2024
Insular Life (InLife) received the Best in Future of Intelligence Award – Philippines during the IDC (International Data Corporation) Future Enterprise Awards 2024 held at the Sands Expo and Convention Centre in Singapore on November 18, 2024.
The award recognizes InLife’s Agile Academy, a transformative initiative aimed at fostering an Agile mindset among InLife employees, or InLifers.
Through bootcamps, masterclasses, workshops, and curated resources, the Agile Academy empowers InLifers to tackle organizational challenges with innovative solutions, contributing to the company’s business and digital transformation journey.
At the heart of the Agile Academy are the Mission-Based Teams (MBTs)—cross-functional, user-centric, and self-organizing groups that leverage the Agile framework to address critical customer and enterprise issues.
To date, the Agile Academy has activated 21 MBTs, resulting in innovations like the InLife App, a mobile and web application for managing life insurance policies; and the InLife Compass Super App, designed to boost the productivity of InLife financial advisors. MBTs have also developed solutions addressing pain points of Gen Zs, Group account holders, and the silver generation, demonstrating InLife’s customer-centric and inclusive approach.
“InLife’s recognition at the IDC Future Enterprise Awards reaffirms our commitment to continuous innovation and transformation in service of our customers,” said InLife Chief Transformation Officer Efren C. Caringal, Jr. “At 114 years, InLife remains true to its pioneering spirit, leveraging initiatives like the Agile Academy to deliver meaningful solutions that benefit our policyholders and other stakeholders.”
The IDC Future Enterprise Awards recognize organizations that lead the way in digital transformation, demonstrating resilience, and a commitment to enhanced customer experiences.
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Converge engages Unang Yakap beneficiaries in gift-giving activities
8:30 p.m. December 24, 2024
Leading fiber broadband and technology provider Converge ICT Solutions Inc. shared the joy of Christmas to the mothers and volunteers of its Unang Yakap Community in Baseco, Tondo.
With the help of the mentors and mentees from its women mentorship program Grace Under Pressure: MentorSHE, the company celebrated with the beneficiaries and community volunteers through games, raffle, and gift-giving activities.
In partnership with Caritas Manila, Converge has been supporting the Unang Yakap Program that aims to provide healthcare and nutritional assistance to underprivileged pregnant and lactating mothers, and their infants, during their first 1,000 days.
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