Globe AT HOME is accelerating its mission to provide high-speed internet to every Filipino household by scaling its fiber footprint through innovative, inclusive, and highly flexible connections. Prioritizing mass-market accessibility and portable technology, Globe is transforming premium connectivity from a luxury into a lifestyle-ready utility for all. Globe’s home broadband business delivered a solid performance in 2025, generating P24.0 billion in revenues. This growth was underpinned by a successful, fiber-led strategy that successfully offset the natural decline of legacy and fixed wireless services. Key 2025 financial and subscriber milestones include: Dominant Fiber Mix: Fiber services now account for 91% of total home broadband revenues, a significant increase from 87% in 2024. Expanding Subscriber Base:The total broadband subscriber base grew to 2.1 million by the end of 2025, up from 1.7 million in the previous year. Wired Connectivity Surge: Fixed wired customers saw a 40% uplift year-on-year, reflecting a strong consumer shift toward stable, high-speed connections. Leading  the Mass-Market Driving Globe’s leadership in the mass market, GFiber Prepaid (GFP) is now the Philippines’ No. 1 and fastest-growing prepaid fiber service. By the end of 2025, the GFP subscriber base surged to over 820,000, successfully democratizing internet access for Filipino families who require high-quality connectivity without the commitment of long-term contracts. To address the evolving demand for “always-on” connectivity, Globe launched the Globe At Home 5G WiFi loop in September 2025. This plug-and-play device which Globe launched first in the world offers fiber-like speeds and unlimited access both at home and on the go. Featuring an Android touchscreen interface and built-in speakers, it represents Globe’s commitment to delivering meaningful innovation that adapts to the portable lifestyles of modern consumers. “Our 2025 performance serves as a powerful springboard into the year ahead,” said Carl Cruz, President and CEO of Globe. “In 2026, we are committed to scaling the reach of GFiber Prepaid and Globe At Home 5G WiFi to meet the diversifying needs of our customers. This reinforces our mission to stay ahead of consumer demand through meaningful innovations that not only improve lives but truly empower the communities we serve.  

Globe Telecom closed 2025 with record-breaking results, proving that every gigabyte can deliver real value, not just for customers, but for communities across the Philippines. Mobile data revenues reached a record ₱101.2 billion, accounting for 87% of total mobile service revenues, while total mobile data traffic soared to 6,614 petabytes. Globe’s mobile subscriber base now stands at 65.8 million, demonstrating the company’s broad reach and strong market position. Affordable Connectivity for Every Household Globe Prepaid makes reliable internet more accessible with budget-friendly, flexible plans. TM offers low-denomination promos like FBML15, ₱15 for 1 GB Facebook & Messenger data valid for 3 days and EasySURF50 5G, which gives 9 GB total data plus unlimited all-net texts for 3 days for savvier users. Prepaid mobile plans start at ₱99 for 20 GB (all-access, app-specific, and 5G data), while GFiber Prepaid brings unlimited fiber internet at ₱299/7 days, ₱549/15 days, and ₱999/30 days. Over 820,000 households now enjoy high-speed internet at home without long-term contracts, staying connected for education, work, and daily life. Meaningful Use of Prepaid Products These prepaid options go beyond affordability by enabling meaningful digital engagement for Filipinos. Students can access online classes and learning platforms, freelancers and remote workers can remain productive from home, and families can connect with loved ones or enjoy digital entertainment without financial strain. Globe Go+ subscribers receive free vouchers with each registration, including ₱180 off a 3-month Canva subscription, 15% off Grab rides (min ₱250, max ₱50), 20% off Move It (min ₱50, max ₱10), 500 bonus coins from ShortMax, and ₱100 off Zalora purchases (min ₱1,000). Go+ also provides AI access from its GoSHARE or GoLEARN bundle for social media or learning and productivity apps, including Canva’s AI-powered tools for creating and designing projects. Together with Globe At Home broadband, now 91% fiber-based, GFiber Prepaid, and the portable 5G WiFi Loop, Globe reinforces its commitment to providing flexible and reliable connectivity that meets the needs of modern households. Turning Everyday Usage into Social Impact with GoGIVE Globe Prepaid takes connectivity a step further by turning everyday data usage into social good through GoGIVE. As subscribers browse, stream, game, or use their mobile data for any online activity, they automatically earn “hearts” that support important advocacies such as digital literacy, child welfare, forest conservation, frontline medical training, and animal welfare. Since March 2025, GoGIVE has generated 4.3 billion hearts from over 70,000 contributors, building vibrant online communities of changemakers. The program has also provided timely support during critical events, from typhoons to earthquakes, turning routine mobile activity into a lifeline for vulnerable communities. Data Driving Tangible Outcomes “Our 2025 results show that Globe is not only growing traffic; we are turning every gigabyte into real, everyday impact for our customers and communities,” said Carl Raymond R. Cruz, Globe President and CEO. “Through affordable prepaid plans, GFiber Prepaid, and programs like GoGIVE, we are enabling Filipinos to work, learn, connect, and give back. Every innovation we deliver is designed to make life better, more convenient, and more meaningful.” As data usage continues to grow, Globe remains committed to transforming connectivity into opportunities, ensuring that each gigabyte contributes not just to business growth but to improving daily lives and empowering communities.                

Globe Business forged a landmark alliance with Confluent, the global leader in data streaming, to set a new standard for digital agility and innovation in the Philippines. This collaboration represents a fundamental shift in the nation’s digital economy, moving enterprises beyond the limitations of static, siloed data toward a future of real-time intelligence. By introducing a fully managed, enterprise-grade data streaming platform, Globe Business and Confluent are providing the “central nervous system” required to orchestrate the next generation of innovation. This enables elevated customer experiences, reimagined enterprise value chains to drive the country’s transition into a sovereign, AI-first economy. “As a Managed Service Provider (MSP), Globe Business removes the barriers to advanced data architecture. It will deliver Confluent’s complete platform—including unified Apache Kafka® and Apache Flink®—as a turnkey service running on Globe’s local Virtual Private Cloud.” Enterprises, particularly those in highly regulated sectors, can now modernize their internal processes and leverage global-standard data-in-motion capabilities while reducing their Kafka’s total cost of ownership by up to 40%. “At Globe, our mission extends beyond connectivity; we are committed to building the digital backbone of a future-ready nation,” said KD Dizon, Vice President and Head of Globe Business. “This partnership is a critical step in our nation-building journey, as we lead the way in intelligent transformation, allowing Filipino enterprises to innovate at scale and move at the speed of their customers. By providing a secure and compliant foundation for real-time intelligence, we are catalyzing a more resilient and digitally competitive Philippines.” As digital retail payments in the Philippines account for 57.4% of total transaction volume according to the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP), the ability to process data the moment it is generated has become a baseline for survival. Whether it is facilitating instant fraud detection in financial services or enabling retail brands to trigger personalized engagement the moment a customer interacts with a digital storefront, the goal is to make every transaction feel intuitive and effortless for the end-user. Data streaming serves as the essential foundation for Agentic AI and autonomous decision-making. Recent Confluent research indicates that 58% of APAC organizations view data streaming as a primary enabler for AI. By feeding AI models with live, trusted enterprise data, this partnership allows systems to become predictive engines that can anticipate market shifts and customer needs. “Our collaboration with Globe Business gives enterprises in the Philippines access to the same real-time data capabilities used by the world’s most demanding, digital-first organization,” said Kamal Brar, Senior Vice President of Global ISV at Confluent. “By running on Globe’s secure, local cloud, we are providing a trusted foundation for businesses to build their next generation of AI-driven customer experiences. Together, we are making it possible for organizations to operationalize real-time intelligence at scale and deliver the high-impact digital services that modern consumers demand.” Globe’s deep understanding of local enterprise needs, paired with its nationwide network and cloud capabilities, makes it uniquely positioned to lead this space. The new offering also integrates seamlessly with Globe Premium Cloud Connect, fostering connectivity across private and public cloud environments to ensure a unified and future-proof data strategy for every Filipino enterprise.

Reinforcing commitment to Global Standards and Innovation   Manila, Philippines  – Converge ICT Solutions Inc. (Converge), a leader in fiber optic technology, today announced it has earned the prestigious MEF 3.0 certification—a remarkable leap forward for connectivity and digital excellence in the Philippines. This milestone underscores Converge’s unwavering dedication to meeting the industry’s highest global standards for performance, assurance, and agility. The MEF 3.0 certification stands as a globally recognized mark of excellence in network services, validating that Converge’s Carrier Ethernet solutions meet the most stringent benchmarks for quality, interoperability, and security. This achievement not only cements Converge status as a world-class provider prepared to address the dynamic challenges of today’s digital economy, but also marks Converge entry into the newly evolved Mplify Alliance. This evolution, accelerating the AI-powered digital economy with standardized and trusted automated services, enables Converge to become part of a global federation of automated networks—unlocking new opportunities and demonstrating commitment to innovation on a global scale. “Securing the MEF 3.0 Certification is a game-changer that underscores our strict adherence to international standards,” said Paulo Martin Santos, Converge Chief Technology Officer. “By aligning with the world’s highest benchmarks for performance and agility, we are providing our clients with a third-party seal of approval on the quality of our network. This validation gives Filipino businesses the confidence to compete on the international stage with faster, more agile, and more secure connections.” This definitive achievement signals that Converge has moved beyond being a local player to becoming a world-class technology powerhouse. As the company transitions into a full-scale techco, its infrastructure is being optimized to exceed the rigorous demands of the global digital economy. This evolution proves that the Philippines is no longer just catching up—it is setting the pace for world-class connectivity. For enterprise and wholesale clients, this framework ensures seamless connection with international carriers and guaranteed performance backed by strict reliability standards. The infrastructure is purpose-built to support next-generation connectivity solutions allowing Filipino enterprises to adopt secure remote work setups and high-capacity data transfers with absolute confidence. While this foundational certification is now secured, the company is nearing the completion of several other variant certifications. This ongoing roadmap ensures that every layer of the network operates at peak global efficiency, reinforcing the status of Converge as a world-class technology provider dedicated to powering the Philippines’ digital future.

MANILA, Philippines — The GSMA’s Business Imperative for Digital Inclusion report urges operators to go beyond basic access and focus on the real quality of service users experience. It highlights stability, latency, and task success as critical to meaningful participation in the digital world. These global benchmarks reflect real-world realities. According to the GSMA, only 57% of mobile internet users in low- and middle-income countries report having a good internet experience. Poor network quality remains one of the top barriers to mobile internet use, especially among rural and low-income communities. Digital inclusion, the report asserts, depends not just on whether people are connected, but on whether they can access services smoothly and consistently. The global shift toward reliability, universal access, and inclusion mirrors Globe’s practice and benchmark on quality of connectivity and experience. The company doesn’t stop at peak speeds. It focuses on what matters day to day to its customers: videos that play without buffering, apps that load instantly, calls that stay clear, and transactions that complete on the first try. Globe is able to deliver a consistent and high-performing network experience. Independent crowdsourced tests show fewer video stalls, especially on platforms like Facebook, compared to competitors. Network availability stays above 99%, keeping people reliably connected day and night. Globe’s average mobile download speed has reached 34.8 Mbps, an 8% improvement year-on-year. Broadband has seen a sharper rise, hitting 120.4 Mbps, up 36%. These are well above the requirements of commonly used platforms like Facebook, YouTube, and Zoom. The result is a consistent and responsive experience that meets the real-world needs of its customers. “We build for reliability because that’s what people count on every day,” said Globe President and CEO Carl Cruz. “A steady, dependable connection means uninterrupted learning, working, and living. That’s what we aim to deliver.” Reliability is built into every layer of Globe’s network. Capacity rises in high-traffic zones to handle demand. Traffic engineering keeps video smooth and voice steady. When disruptions strike, fast restoration playbooks, backup power, and secondary lines keep service running. These measures lead to fewer dropped sessions, faster load times, and a more seamless experience overall. Globe is also evolving how it reports performance to its customers and stakeholders. Instead of relying solely on peak tests, it will expand to outcome-based tracking that mirrors how people actually use the network. Smooth video starts, fast-loading apps, clear calls, and first-try transactions, these are the new benchmarks. As of 2025, Globe enjoys a Net Promoter Score (NPS) of 49, well above the telco industry benchmark of 31. NPS measures a customer’s willingness to recommend a company to others, serving as an indicator of overall satisfaction and brand loyalty.

  NEW CLARK CITY, Philippines — The Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) has partnered with industrial real estate developer Berthaphil Inc. to advance the development of aviation-related industries within the Clark Aviation Capital in Pampanga and New Clark City in Tarlac. This is in line with the socioeconomic agenda of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. to promote infrastructure-led growth, strengthen logistics connectivity, and generate quality jobs outside Metro Manila. The partnership was formalized through the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MOU) by BCDA President and Chief Executive Officer Engr. Joshua M. Bingcang and Berthaphil President and Chief Executive Officer Peter Herman on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. Under the MOU, BCDA and Berthaphil will conduct a joint study to identify opportunities for aviation-related industries and businesses in the two BCDA-managed economic zones. The study will assess land use alignment with Clark’s master development plan, infrastructure and support requirements of potential investors, investment demand, and possible modes of cooperation. “Berthaphil has long been a trusted partner of BCDA and a key contributor to the development of the Clark Freeport Zone,” said Engr. Bingcang. “This collaboration builds on that partnership and supports Clark’s growth as a competitive aviation and logistics hub.” Established in 1995, Berthaphil is a private industrial estate developer and locator within Clark Freeport Zone, with experience in developing and managing industrial parks that support export-oriented and technology-driven industries. The company has expressed interest in expanding aviation-related business ecosystems within the Clark Civil Aviation Complex and New Clark City. The initiative supports the Philippine Development Plan 2023–2028 priorities on infrastructure modernization, industrial diversification, and regional development. It also reinforces the government’s vision of positioning the 2,367-hectare Clark Aviation Capital as the country’s premier gateway and logistics hotspot, while advancing BCDA’s mandate to develop the 9,450-hectare New Clark City into a modern, sustainable, and globally competitive investment destination.        

BDO Unibank, Inc. (BDO or the “Bank”) has launched the public offer of its Peso-denominated Fixed-Rate Sustainability Bonds with a minimum aggregate issue size of PHP5 billion. This marks the Bank’s fifth Peso-denominated ASEAN Sustainability Bond, following an aggregate of PHP286.7 billion Sustainability Bonds in four prior issuances since January 2022. The net proceeds will be used to support the Bank’s lending activities and diversify funding sources and will be used and/or allocated by the Bank to finance and/or refinance eligible assets as defined in the Bank’s Sustainable Finance Framework. The Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) has likewise confirmed that the proposed issuance complies with the requirements set forth under the ASEAN Sustainability Bond Standards and the SEC ASEAN Sustainability Bond Circular. The proposed issuance has a tenor of three (3) years and bears a coupon rate of 5.7125% per annum. The minimum investment amount is PHP500,000, with additional increments of PHP100,000 thereafter. The offer period will run from January 7 to 19, 2026, while the issue, settlement, and listing date will be on January 26, 2026. BDO reserves the right to amend the terms and the timing of the issuance as it deems necessary. Standard Chartered Bank is the Sole Arranger of the proposed issuance, with BDO Unibank, Inc. and Standard Chartered Bank as the Selling Agents, and BDO Capital & Investment Corporation as Financial Advisor.                

ISABELA, Philippines — A hybrid solar- and wind-powered modular cold storage facility is set to be constructed in Barangay Napaccu Grande, Reina Mercedes, Isabela, behind the Public Market and Bagsakan Center. This project, which broke ground on January 20, marks a significant step toward modernizing the municipality’s agricultural infrastructure and providing farmers and fisherfolk with sustainable post-harvest solutions. The project, a joint initiative of the Department of Agriculture – Regional Field Office II (DA-RFO II) and the Local Government Unit of Reina Mercedes, is fully funded by the DA with a total cost of ₱12.87 million. It aims to reduce post-harvest losses, extend the shelf life of perishable commodities, and increase farmers’ income through a hybrid, energy-efficient facility powered by solar and wind energy with battery support. Mayor Ma. Lourdes Respicio-Saguban said the project reflects the municipality’s commitment to science- and technology-driven agriculture and sustainable livelihoods, noting that despite Reina Mercedes’ small land area and vulnerability to flooding, the local government continues to pursue innovations that benefit farmers and the local economy. DA Regional Director Rosemarie Aquino emphasized that the facility will gradually position Reina Mercedes as the “Reyna ng Agrikultura ng Isabela,” underscoring the importance of strengthening post-harvest facilities, linking farmers to markets, and focusing on key local commodities. She also expressed her gratitude to Governor Rodito Albano for his continued support in advancing agricultural modernization across the province. Assistant Secretary for Logistics Daniel Alfonso N. Atayde described the cold storage facility as a practical and adaptable solution, noting that its hybrid design helps preserve produce quality from farm to market. He added that the project supports broader logistics and food hub initiatives aimed at enabling local products to reach major markets across Northern Luzon and Metro Manila. The modular cold storage facility has a maximum capacity of one ton and can accommodate up to 370 crates of mixed vegetables or up to 1,000 kilograms of other commodities. Operating at temperatures ranging from 1°C to 10°C, it will offer cold storage rental services under a retail-based model. Once operational, the facility is expected to significantly reduce post-harvest losses, preserve produce freshness, improve income sustainability for farmers, traders, and market vendors, generate employment during construction and operation, and minimize reliance on conventional electricity.

MANILA, Philippines — The Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) closed 2025 with Php14.1 billion in cash revenues, surpassing its Php10 billion target by over 40 percent and exceeding the Php11.66 billion recorded in 2024 by 20.9 percent. The strong performance underscores BCDA’s solid liquidity position and improved cash generation, supported by increased private-sector activity in its economic zones and the strategic use of land assets for priority national infrastructure projects. “BCDA’s 2025 results show that investor confidence in our economic zones is strengthening, driven by disciplined asset management and projects that are ready for execution,” said BCDA President and Chief Executive Officer Engr. Joshua M. Bingcang. “This allows us to convert land value into real cash flows that directly support government priorities.” He added that the transfer of BCDA properties for priority infrastructure projects reflects the agency’s role in advancing connectivity and inclusive economic growth. Cash revenues refer to actual collections received within the year, providing a clear picture of BCDA’s liquidity and cash performance. This differs from prior disclosures based on accrual accounting reflected in audited financial statements, which include revenues recorded but not yet collected. BCDA’s 2025 cash revenues were generated from a combination of land dispositions, lease arrangements, concession fees, and investment-related receipts across BCDA-administered economic zones. These were supported by higher private-sector investments, improved performance of transport-related concessions, and continued investor uptake in strategic growth areas such as New Clark City and Camp John Hay. Supporting AFP modernization From the Php14.1 billion cash revenues generated in 2025, an estimated Php3.29 billion is expected to be remitted to support the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) Modernization Program. This is on top of BCDA’s cumulative Php103 billion contribution to the AFP Modernization Program and the replication of military facilities from May 1993 to December 2025, in line with Republic Act No. 7227 or the Bases Conversion and Development Act. Under the law, BCDA transforms former U.S. military bases and Metro Manila camps into centers of economic growth, generating revenues through land development and partnerships, while channeling proceeds to national defense, priority infrastructure, and socioeconomic programs of the government. “BCDA remains focused on sustaining strong cash performance,” Engr. Bingcang said. “This enables us to reinvest in high-impact projects, help strengthen national defense, and deliver long-term value for the Filipino people.”