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EdgePoint and Globe partner to drive energy and operational efficiencies

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MANILA — EdgePoint Infrastructure (“EdgePoint”), a leading ASEAN-based independent telecommunications infrastructure company, through its subsidiary, EdgePoint Towers Inc. (“EdgePoint Philippines”) has inked an energy partnership with Globe Telecom, Inc. (Globe), a leading digital solutions provider in the Philippines, with major interests in telecommunications, financial technology, data center services, venture building, shared services and digital marketing solutions, to supply Direct Current (“DC”) Power Systems to Globe sites moving forward.  

This new partnership consolidates all of Globe’s passive tower infrastructure needs –    including towers, power systems, and operations and maintenance – under a single, integrated provider. As a comprehensive, one-stop infrastructure solutions provider, this 10-year partnership with EdgePoint will enable Globe to ensure the consistent availability of its telecommunications services in the areas where the DC systems are installed. The collaboration will also allow Globe to streamline operations, enhance cost efficiency, optimize costs, and achieve greater network stability and stronger long-term planning capabilities for infrastructure investments. 

William Walters, chief executive officer of EdgePoint Philippines, said: “This energy partnership builds on our existing commitment to Globe, specifically to continue supporting their network expansion and business growth through operational synergy that results in significant cost savings. EdgePoint is pleased to work closely with Globe to tailor a partnership model that allows us to support Globe in an integrated manner, where they will achieve operational, cost, and energy efficiencies simultaneously. With our growing portfolio of tower and energy-related ancillary services, we hope to enhance the energy resilience of telcos in the Philippines by offering reliable sustainable solutions.”  

Carlo Puno, chief finance officer of Globe Telecom Inc., said, “Our partnership with EdgePoint demonstrates how collaboration drives progress. This alliance allows us to enhance operational efficiency and strengthen the resiliency of our network, while staying focused on delivering world-class connectivity. Reliable and sustainable access to power is critical in today’s digital world. Through this partnership, we’re strengthening the foundation for seamless, energy-efficient connectivity and supporting our vision of a more inclusive and resilient Philippines.”       

The scope of the energy partnership involves the deployment and upkeep of DC power systems comprising rectifiers and battery storage solutions on EdgePoint sites, where Globe will co-locate its active telecom equipment. EdgePoint Philippines currently operates over 3,000 telecom sites in the country for all local Mobile Network Operators, including 20 solar-hybrid sites 

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Globe Fully Restores Network After Earthquake, Extends Aid to Davao Oriental through GoGIVE

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Globe Prepaid customers have the opportunity to extend help to communities affected by the recent magnitude 7.6 earthquake in Davao Oriental through GoGIVE on the GlobeOne app until October 26. Donations made through the platform will go to the Philippine Eagle Foundation to provide food and medical supplies to affected families.

“Each act of giving, no matter how small, becomes part of a larger effort to uplift families in their most difficult moments,” said Yoly Crisanto, Globe’s Chief Sustainability and Corporate Communications Officer. “With our networks back up and our communities coming together, we want to show that recovery is possible when compassion leads the way.”

Existing GoGIVE users can log into the GlobeOne app, open their GoGIVE account, and choose “Rebuild Hope: Earthquake Relief for Davao” to send their hearts. New users can download the GlobeOne app, tap the GoGIVE icon, and start collecting hearts to support ongoing relief and rehabilitation programs in the area.

With its network now fully restored across all affected areas, Globe continues to extend support to communities impacted by the earthquake. Through Ayala Foundation, Globe also held relief operations for 1000 families in Manay, Davao Oriental, with the help of Globe volunteers and members of the We Are Ayala Business Club (WABC) Davao.

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Globe bags Best ESG Practices in Telco (PH)at 2025 International Finance Awards

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Globe has won the 2025 International Finance Awards (IFA) for Best ESG Practices in Telecommunications (Philippines), in recognition of its efforts to support a resilient, inclusive, and thriving digital future for the country.

The IFA, presented by the International Finance Magazine based in London, spotlight executive excellence and groundbreaking innovation across banking, finance, energy, logistics, and telecommunications. With a strong footprint in Asia, the Middle East, and Africa, the awards have become a benchmark for industry leadership.

The award further validates Globe’s leadership in sustainable business practices, aligned with global standards and focused on key national challenges such as climate change and digital inclusion.

“This reflects the collective dedication of the entire Globe team to integrate environmental stewardship, social responsibility, and good governance into everything we do,” said Yoly Crisanto, Globe Chief Sustainability and Corporate Communications Officer.

As part of its Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) practices, Globe champions a green network and is the first listed Philippine company with a Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi)-validated net-zero goal by 2050.

Globe had increased its renewable energy use to 24 percent, powering 29 facilities in 2024 and expanding to 36 sites this year. It has also deployed over 38,000 green solutions over the past decade and introduced EcoSIMs, recyclable packaging, and eSIMs to help reduce plastic waste.

At the same time, Globe fosters an inclusive digital society through affordable connectivity, reaching underserved areas with products like Globe Fiber Prepaid.

Globe has a long-standing commitment to digital literacy, providing support to students, parents, and teachers through the Digital Thumbprint Program. This effort was expanded last year with the launch of the Senior Digizen program for the elderly. Beyond literacy, Globe protects its customers by proactively blocking scam and spam messages and harmful URLs. The company also continues to advance hunger alleviation and address child stunting through the Hapag Movement.

In its supply chain, Globe enforces ESG-linked vendor policies that promote human rights, environmental responsibility, and ethical conduct. Its Sustainability Academy trained 160 vendors on sustainable practices in 2024.

Likewise, Globe upholds strong corporate governance, receiving the Five Golden Arrow Award for three years. The company also earned a spot in Time and Statista’s Most Sustainable Companies 2025, recognized as a 2024 Supplier Engagement Leader by CDP, and maintained its place in the FTSE4Good Index for the past ten years. It has consistently held an ‘AA’ ESG rating from MSCI for two years.

Globe’s board-led governance, through the Board Risk Oversight and Sustainability Committee, ensures sustainability is embedded in its strategy, earning consumer recognition in the 2025 Standard Insights Consumer Choice Awards as the Most Sustainable and Most Active Mobile Network for the Environment in the Philippines.

Through continued investment in green network, digital inclusion, community engagement, and strategic partnerships, Globe strengthens its ESG performance while contributing to national and global development goals.

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Globe Mobilizes Network Teams, Sets Relief Efforts After Davao Oriental Earthquake

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Globe has mobilized its emergency response teams following the magnitude 7.6 earthquake that struck offshore Davao Oriental on October 10. The strong tremor, followed by multiple aftershocks, was felt across the Davao Region and neighboring provinces, prompting precautionary evacuations and temporary suspension of operations in several establishments.

Globe is closely coordinating with local government units (LGUs) and partner organizations to assess the impact of the quake and ensure continued connectivity and assistance for affected communities. Relief operations are set to take place on Monday, October 13, in Manay, Davao Oriental, in coordination with the Ayala Foundation Inc. (AFI).

“Our immediate priority is to keep people connected and informed as response efforts continue. We are working closely with local authorities to monitor the situation and provide network support where it’s needed most,” said Yoly Crisanto, Chief Sustainability and Corporate Communications Officer, Globe.

Globe services were affected across 8 provinces. All affected municipalities have since been fully restored, with network restoration reaching 100% in Agusan del Norte, Agusan del Sur, Davao de Oro, Davao Oriental, and Lanao del Sur, and 96.55% in Davao City.

Globe assures customers that it will continue to monitor the situation and deploy technical teams as needed to sustain connectivity in all affected areas. Residents are advised to stay alert, follow official advisories from PHIVOLCS and local authorities, and prioritize their safety.

More updates will be provided as the situation develops. Visit the GlobeICON social media pages for the latest information.

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Globe Normalizes Services in Typhoon Affected  Areas; Expands Relief Support in Cebu Communities

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Globe has intensified its emergency response following the magnitude 6.9 earthquake that struck near Bogo City, Northern Cebu, on September 30. The company is working closely with local authorities and partner organizations to deliver relief and connectivity support.

“Globe stands with Cebu and Visayas in this difficult time. Our teams are on the ground to restore services, ensuring affected families receive the relief and connectivity they need to recover and reconnect,” said Yoly Crisanto, Globe’s Chief Sustainability and Corporate Communications Officer.

Globe services have been fully restored in Bohol, Iloilo, Leyte, and Negros Occidental, where service was most affected, as well as in Aklan, Antique, Biliran, Capiz, Guimaras, Negros Oriental, and Western Samar. The telco is now nearing completion of its restoration efforts in Masbate and Samar.

Meantime in Bogo City, Daanbantayan, and San Remigio in Cebu, where service disruptions due to the earthquake are most severe, Globe has already restored 72.97% of its local network and is working non-stop to bring full connectivity back online.

Libreng Tawag, Libreng Charging, and Libreng WiFi (LTLCW) Sites Activated

To support residents in these high-impact communities, Globe activated the following LTLCW sites to provide free calls, device charging, and WiFi access:

  • Don Celestino Martinez Sr. Sports Complex, Bogo City, Cebu
    October 1 to 3, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

  • Dr. Jose Rizal Park, Bogo City, Cebu
    October 1 to 3, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

  • San Remigio Public Market, San Remigio, Cebu
    October 1 to 3, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

  • San Remigio Public Market (additional site), San Remigio, Cebu
    October 2 to 4, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
  • Daanbantayan Gymnasium, Poblacion, Daanbantayan, Cebu
    October 2 to 4, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

  • Medellin Proper Municipal Hall, Medellin, Cebu
    October 2 to 4, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

#AlagangGlobe Cebu Earthquake Response
To further ease the burden on affected customers, Globe rolled out mobile and broadband support offers in Cebu and Leyte:

  • Globe Prepaid and TM: Free unlimited calls and texts to all networks, plus 100MB for all apps and 100MB for Facebook and Viber, valid for one day
  • Globe Postpaid and GFiber Postpaid: Extended payment due dates for affected areas
  • Globe At Home Prepaid WiFi: Free 5GB open access data for three days
  • GFiber Prepaid: Three-day promo extension for eligible users

Customers may also donate Globe Rewards points or via GCash to Ayala Foundation through the GlobeOne app to support ongoing relief operations.

Globe urges the public to remain vigilant, prioritize safety amid aftershocks, and follow official advisories from PHIVOLCS and local authorities. The company will continue to monitor the situation closely and provide timely updates as conditions develop.

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Globe Ramps Up Restoration Efforts in Typhoon Opong-Hit Areas

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Globe continues to assist communities affected by Typhoon Opong, focusing on the restoration of connectivity across South Luzon and Visayas. The company has mobilized its network and relief teams to support ongoing recovery.

As of the latest update, Typhoon Opong has affected 29 provinces: 14 in South Luzon and 15 across Visayas.

In South Luzon, Globe has fully restored service in the hardest hit province of Camarines Norte. Recovery work continues in other provinces with teams deployed on the ground.

In Visayas, restoration efforts have brought services back in Bohol, Guimaras, Eastern Samar, Capiz, Cebu, Southern Leyte, Aklan, Antique, and Negros Oriental.

Globe field teams are now closely coordinating with power utilities and LGUs in these areas to restore services and ensure connectivity returns as quickly and safely as possible. Standby Libreng Tawag and Libreng Charging (LTLC) stations are being prepared for activation based on needs on the ground.

More updates will be provided as the situation develops. Visit the GlobeICON social media pages for the latest information.

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DSWD XI expands 4Ps digital financial inclusion initiative in Davao Region

by Gio Tanudtanud
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THE DEPARTMENT of Social Welfare XI (DSWD) strengthens its Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps) through the ongoing ‘e-Panalo ang Kinabukasan’ to support beneficiaries in the region with digital financial enhancements and mobile phone literacy.

DSWD XI family development session focal Diana Mejorada said 150 mobile phones had been distributed in Davao Region, with a recent ceremonial distribution in Tagum City last Sept 1,3 during the phase one implementation.

The phones were donated by the agency’s key partner Globe Telecom.

“This is intended to teach our beneficiaries the importance of financial management. So, tudloan sila how to save, how to budget, how to avoid scams,” she said during the Kapehan sa Dabaw on Sept 22.

The initiative began last 2019 and was pilot-tested nationwide in 2024, benefiting 32,000 4Ps households who are at the level one of survival and well-being residing in the geographically isolated and disadvantaged areas (GIDAs).

This is also aligned with Republic Act 11310, an Act of Institutionalizing the 4Ps, and the National Strategy for Financial Inclusion.

Presently, phase one has reached around 1,200 beneficiaries in the Philippines. Additionally, a total of 1,040 had shifted to e-wallet (GCash).

Eligible beneficiaries are given mobile phones for transactions from cash-based payouts to digital financial platforms.

The current financial service providers participating in e-Panalo are Landbank Piso Plus, GCash, and Maya.

As of Aug 2025, Region XI has 225,679 4Ps households.

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Globe Telecom’s Statement on the Konektadong Pinoy Act

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(LAPSED INTO LAW AS OF 24 AUGUST 2025)

Globe Telecom expressed its concern that the Konektadong Pinoy Act was allowed to lapse into law last August 24, 2025.

“By not signing it, Malacanang is taking a neutral stance on the Konektadong Pinoy Act. We shall work with the government on how we can make better the standards in the industry to safeguard the public,” said Globe General Counsel Atty. Froilan M. Castelo.   

While the measure aspires to broaden digital access, its current form poses grave risks that include weakening cybersecurity, undermining national safeguards, and unsettling an industry that is vital to the country’s economy and over-all national security.

CYBERSECURITY AND NATIONAL SECURITY

Telecommunications networks are the backbone of national security. Yet the law leaves gaps in the vetting of new entrants, heightening the risk that inadequately screened operators may gain access to critical infrastructure.

Equally concerning is the two-year grace period for cybersecurity certification, which creates a prolonged window for exploitation. This is at odds with the spirit of several existing laws including the Cybercrime Prevention Act, the Data Privacy Act, the Anti-Terrorism Act, and the Anti-OSAEC/CSAEM Law, all of which require immediate and effective protection of citizens and state systems.

SPECTRUM MANAGEMENT AND INTERNATIONAL OBLIGATIONS

The law also permits the unregulated use of spectrum by satellite operators. This risks placing the Philippines in breach of its international treaty obligations, and more seriously, invites harmful interference with frequencies used by the country’s defence and disaster-response agencies. Such interference could compromise communications at precisely the moments, during crises and emergencies, when they are needed the most.

REGULATORY INTEGRITY AND MARKET STABILITY

By removing the Congressional franchise requirement, the law discards a long-established safeguard of oversight. The absence of such checks undermines regulatory integrity and may unsettle the investment climate. Existing operators that have built networks under strict requirements should not be exposed to unfair competition from newcomers exempt from these same obligations. Investor confidence, built over decades, must not be eroded by uncertainty.

OUR WAY FORWARD AS A NATION

The passage of the Konektadong Pinoy Act presents the nation with both risks and opportunities. Globe is committed to engaging government and multi-sectoral stakeholders to ensure that the law advances its intended goals without compromising security, stability, or consumer welfare.

Connectivity is indeed a national imperative. To achieve it responsibly, the law must be fortified and not left to create vulnerabilities. With timely corrective action, the Konektadong Pinoy Act can still become a framework that expands access while preserving security, stability, and public trust.

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