Wednesday, October 8, 2025

API Expertise Starts Here – Join PetroSync Training Today

Advance faster in oil & gas with PetroSync’s API training. Gain expertise, ensure safety, and unlock career opportunities.

When Your Competitor Moves Faster, What’s Holding You Back?

Imagine this: your closest competitor just announced zero non-compliance issues in their latest inspection report. Meanwhile, your team is still scrambling to interpret the latest API Standard.

This isn’t a fictional scenario. In today’s high-stakes oil and gas industry, those who upskill fastest, win fastest. The reality? Companies that invest in structured API training are outperforming those who don’t—by a large margin.

Your competitor’s edge isn’t always technology—it’s their people. And if your team isn’t equipped with the right API knowledge, you’re not just falling behind. You’re giving others permission to lead.

Productivity Drops Don’t Always Come from the Market

We often blame market instability or supply chain issues for declining performance. But let’s be honest—when deadlines are missed, audits fail, and reworks pile up, it’s often due to a lack of technical competency on the ground.

According to a recent McKinsey study, companies that prioritized upskilling saw productivity improvements of up to 25%. How? By aligning their teams with industry-recognized certifications such as API 510, which ensures pressure vessel integrity through accurate inspection and evaluation.

This isn’t just training. It’s transformation.

The Hidden Cost of Delayed Training

You may think training is expensive. But what about the cost of failure?

When your team doesn’t understand API standards inside-out, you’re not just risking minor delays. You’re risking shutdowns, safety breaches, and penalties. Worse, you're losing client trust.

Let’s not forget operational inefficiencies—something that can cost your company millions over time. Teams trained in API 510 training consistently report reduced inspection time, fewer reworks, and faster compliance clearance.

And with modern support tools like AI-driven inspection chatbots, efficiency skyrockets even more. One case study showed a 30% reduction in inspection-related downtime thanks to AI-assisted decision-making post-training.

Empower Your Team Before Others Overtake You

By joining PetroSync, you're not just accessing certified API training—you’re unlocking a competitive strategy.

Our expert-led programs are designed to elevate operational excellence, empower professionals, and align your team with the most current API practices. Whether you’re a plant manager, operations head, or senior engineer, the path to greater confidence and performance starts with a single step.

And that step is today. Not tomorrow. Because every day you wait, your competitor gets stronger.

About PetroSync Global Internasional

PetroSync was established in Singapore in 2010 and began its expansion into Indonesia in 2013. To this day, PetroSync has become a leading oil and gas training provider, with a participant passing rate as high as 90%.

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Tuesday, October 7, 2025

Watsons Playlist Presents ‘All the Feels Concert’ with FREE Tickets for Watsons Club Members!


 MANILA, PHILIPPINES – Get ready for a night of pure OPM power! Watsons Playlist is back for its third year, continuing its tradition of creating music events that make people look good, do good, and feel great. On November 29, the much-awaited concert makes its grand return to the iconic Araneta Coliseum for a one-night-only musical celebration.

With the theme “All the Feels Concert,” Watsons Playlist is set to take the audience on a journey through love, hope, heartbreak, joy, and nostalgia. Sharing the stage for this unforgettable evening is a powerhouse lineup of today’s trending artists. Get ready to sing your heart out to nostalgic hits with legendary icon Rico Blanco, folk-pop sensation Ben&Ben, global singer-songwriter Zack Tabudlo, rising star Earl Agustin, pop-rock band The Juans, and alt-pop group Hey June!

This year’s event promises to be truly special for Watsons Club members, offering an unforgettable, heartfelt musical experience, including never-before-seen performances and collaborations among the featured artists.

But the experience goes beyond just the music. The fun begins as soon as you arrive at the venue, with brand partners and sponsors hosting games, giveaways, and exciting activities to build up energy before the main event. VIP ticket holders will enjoy exclusive perks, including access to a meet-and-greet session, and the chance to watch the artists during their soundcheck.

To make the night even more memorable, fans will receive a souvenir photocard, with additional chances to win signed posters

And here’s the best part: Tickets to this music celebration are FREE! Watsons Club Members can score their concert passes by purchasing products from the Watsons App including at least one *participating brand sponsor.

Watsons Playlist is a great celebration of music, community, and the vibrant OPM scene. Check out the full mechanics on how to get your FREE tickets!

Be part of this kilig-filled journey—get your tickets now and experience all the feels, live!

*List of participating brand sponsors: Stresstabs, Maybelline, Barenbliss, BYS, Luxe Organix, Fresh, Silk Secrets, Pretty Secret, Nivea, Bioten, Bloom, Safeguard, Watsons Brand, Collagen by Watsons, Dermaction Plus by Watsons, Hair System by Watsons, Naturals by Watsons, Target Pro by Watsons, Body Treats, Glam Works, Hair Treats, Watsons Generics, Kiss Hair, Enervon Z, Erceflora, Strepsils, Neozep Z+, Bigen Men, Freshman, Sofy, Revlon, Garnier, Pregroe, Regroe, Poten-Cee, Jeunesse, COSRX, Fern-C, Habit, Haircarebear, NutriXpert, Wellspring.

About Watsons Philippines

Watsons is the flagship health and beauty brand of A.S. Watson Group, the world’s largest international health and beauty retailer. Today, the company operates in over 16,900 stores across 12 retail brands in 30 markets, employing 130,000 people globally. In 2002, AS Watson Group joined hands with SM, the Philippines' leading shopping mall developer. The partners brought about the first Watsons stores in SM Megamall and The Podium (Ortigas) and has since seen rapid growth. Today, Watsons operates more than 1,165 stores in the Philippines (as of January 2025). Watsons strives to ensure that its customers get the best value for their money through monthly promotions, special offers, and continuous consumer marketing programs. Each Watsons store houses nothing but the best brands from top manufacturers all over the world and also carries its own competitively priced, high-quality private labels and brands. With more than 1000 brands ranging from medicines, cosmetics, and fragrances to personal care items and general merchandise, Watsons Your Personal Store delivers only the best health, wellness, and beauty solutions to each and every customer.
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Monday, October 6, 2025

The First Ever Philippines SEO Day is Today, October 3, 2025


 MANILA, PHILIPPINES – OCTOBER 3, 2025 – The Philippines' digital marketing landscape marks a historic milestone today, October 3, 2025, with the launch of the first-ever Philippines SEO Day, a nationwide virtual celebration. This inaugural event recognizes the immense contributions of the Filipino Search Engine Optimization (SEO) community to the global digital economy.

The event is organized by Jean Diaz Palabrica, widely known as Jin Grey. A renowned grey hat SEO specialist, her legendary results—particularly in high-stakes industries like iGaming SEO Marketing—come from a profound knowledge of where the lines are drawn between safe white hat practices and forbidden black hat tactics. Philippines SEO Day brings together thousands of Filipino SEO professionals online to spotlight the nation's rise as a powerhouse of SEO talent.

"This day is more than just a celebration—it’s a recognition of an industry that has transformed countless Filipino lives," said Jin Grey. "Philippines SEO Day is about empowering our community, sharing our advanced expertise, and inspiring the next generation of digital leaders who can navigate the most complex parts of search."

Why This Day Matters

The establishment of this day acknowledges the sophisticated level of the industry:

A Global Talent Hub: The Philippines is recognized as one of the world's largest and most skilled pools of SEO talent.

Mastery of Complex SEO: Filipino specialists are increasingly sought after for their expertise in navigating critical search concepts like E-E-A-T (Experience, Expertise, Authoritativeness, Trust) for sensitive YMYL (Your Money or Your Life) topics.

Economic Cornerstone: The SEO industry is a vital component of the Philippine digital economy, driving growth for both local and international businesses.

Future-Proof Careers: As search and AI technologies evolve, SEO remains one of the most resilient and in-demand career paths.

The inaugural virtual celebration will feature a full slate of online activities, including:

Inspiring talks and thought leadership articles from industry veterans.

The launch of exclusive eBooks and resources tailored for Filipino SEOs.

A nationwide social media celebration encouraging professionals to share their success stories.

Join the Celebration and Win

All SEO professionals and enthusiasts are invited to join the virtual celebration. By using the official hashtag #PhilippinesSEODay on social media posts today, participants will get a chance to win prizes, including cash, coffee gift certificates, and a free website development package.

This event solidifies the Philippines' position as a center of SEO expertise and innovation in Asia and sets the stage for future growth and collaboration within the industry.

About Jin Grey Jin Grey (Jean Diaz Palabrica) is a leading SEO pioneer in the Philippines and the founder of JinGrey.com, a platform dedicated to providing SEO resources and insights for the digital community. With over a decade of experience, she is a passionate advocate for empowering the Filipino digital workforce.

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The World's First Product Combining Apple Watch and AI Note Bone Conduction Technology for Seamless Cross-Device Sync

  


SINGAPORE, 30 September 2025 – In today’s digital workplace, information and conversations are often dispersed across multiple devices — from video conferences on the computer, urgent calls on the phone, to spontaneous notes captured on a smartwatch. This fragmentation results in inefficiencies and creates “information silos”, posing a daily challenge for many professionals. Following the 21 September launch in Singapore of its full-stack voice efficiency ecosystem and debut hardware device, the AIKONIC AI NOTE, AIKONIC today highlights a key innovation: the world’s first integration powered by AIKONIC AI that combines the Apple Watch with AI Note’s bone-conduction technology, enabling truly seamless synchronisation across watch, phone and computer.

A Seamless Day with Cross-Device Intelligence: Project Director David's Experience

Follow Project Director David through his highly efficient workday to see how AIKONIC AI transforms productivity.

10:00 AM | The Office | PC Recording David is at his laptop, leading a critical strategy video meeting. The AIKONIC AI NOTE, serving as his audio device, accurately records every discussion point and key decision from the session.

11:30 AM | The Hallway | Mobile Phone Recording As the meeting concludes, a key partner calls his mobile. Walking briskly back to his office, David naturally holds the phone to his ear. The AIKONIC AI NOTE, attached to the back of his phone, uses advanced bone conduction technology to capture both David's voice and the caller's voice from the earpiece with crystal clarity. This works seamlessly with WhatsApp, Line, WeChat, and standard calls.

3:00 PM | On the Road | Smartwatch Recording While traveling to his next appointment, David has a breakthrough idea for solving a project bottleneck. Rather than unsafely reaching for his phone, he simply taps the record button on his Apple Watch and captures the idea using natural voice commands.

This is the Cross-Device Recording Revolution powered by AIKONIC AI.

From PC to mobile phone to smartwatch, all of David's important voice data is captured, transcribed, and consolidated into a unified AIKONIC AI knowledge base, accessible anytime, anywhere.

World-First Technology: The Engineering Behind Seamless Experience

This seamless experience is powered by AIKONIC AI's world-first "Apple Watch + AI NOTE Bone Conduction Technology" integration. By combining the AI NOTE's powerful bone conduction capabilities with the Apple Watch's portability, users can simply tap their watch to record when using a phone isn't convenient. The audio file is automatically synced and processed by AIKONIC AI.

This creates a unified ecosystem connecting your mobile phone, smartwatch, and AI NOTE into a comprehensive information capture network. Deep discussions from your PC, instant communications from your phone, and spontaneous insights from your watch converge into a complete, coherent memory network. AIKONIC AI becomes the central hub of your personal information ecosystem, ensuring every important conversation across all devices is captured and transformed into searchable, actionable intelligence.

Hardware and Subscription

AIKONIC AI NOTE Hardware Price: US$129 per unit

Subscription Services: A range of subscription plans are available to suit everyone, from casual users to professionals who need heaps of transcription services. Tiers include the Starter Plan, Note Plus, Pro Plan, and Unlimited Plan.

Users can subscribe and manage plans directly through the AIKONIC official website and mobile application.

About AIKONIC FUTURE TECHNOLOGY PTE. LTD.
AIKONIC is an innovation and technology company headquartered in Singapore. Leveraging Singapore's vibrant innovation ecosystem, we combine deep local expertise with a global vision to demonstrate the limitless possibilities of next-generation AI hardware and ecosystems. We are dedicated to empowering professionals worldwide by merging artificial intelligence with innovative hardware, creating a smarter, more efficient future of work.

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Sunday, October 5, 2025

Wacom Introduces the MovinkPad Pro 14, the Next Step in Its Portable Creative Pad Lineup

Today Wacom announced the Wacom MovinkPad Pro 14, the next step in its Portable Creative Pad lineup, offering enhanced power, flexibility, and an immersive experience in an all-in-one creative device.

The MovinkPad Pro 14 is tailored for creators who want to push their craft further—whether aspiring to become professionals or already working at that level.

Immersive display and pen performance

The 14-inch OLED screen with 2880 × 1800 resolution, 100% coverage of both DCI-P3 (CIE1931) (typ) and sRGB (CIE1931) (typ), and up to 120Hz refresh rate delivers rich detail and fluid motion for illustration and design. With Wacom’s Premium Textured Glass—its unique anti-glare, anti-reflection, and anti-fingerprint surface treatment—the display minimizes distractions, while direct bonding reduces parallax for a pen-on-paper feel. The MovinkPad Pro 14 comes with the battery-free Wacom Pro Pen 3, trusted for its precision and natural drawing feel.

Enhanced creative workflow

The MovinkPad Pro 14 retains the Quick drawing function introduced with the MovinkPad 11. With a tap and brief hold of the pen, the device now wakes up faster, so creators can capture ideas instantly.

The upgraded Wacom Canvas adds pen variations and multi-touch zooming, while the new Wacom Shelf makes files easier to view and organize. Projects can move seamlessly into Clip Studio Paint, as it comes with a one-year DEBUT license and a three-month EX license, for access to advanced tools and features.

The device also debuts Wacom Lab, an application for pre-release features. Its highlight is Instant Pen Display Mode, which lets the MovinkPad Pro 14 connect to a PC or Mac—wired via USB-C or wirelessly—and function as a traditional pen display. This gives creators the freedom of an all-in-one device with the option to integrate into desktop workflows when needed.

Performance and mobility

Utilizing Android 15 and powered by the Snapdragon® 8s Gen 3 SoC with an octa-core CPU, 12GB of RAM and 256GB of storage, the MovinkPad Pro 14 leverages premium capabilities. It enables complex workflows beyond illustration—such as 3D modeling and animation. Its 10,000mAh battery, slim 5.9mm profile, and 699g weight make it portable for all-day creation.

“With the introduction of the MovinkPad 11, we opened a new category of Portable Creative Pads for anyone who wanted to create freely without a computer,” said Koji Yano, Senior Vice President, Creative Experience Unit at Wacom. “The new MovinkPad Pro 14 takes this concept further, offering the display quality, pen precision, and workflow options aspiring and professional creators expect. It represents our commitment to delivering immersive experiences that help creators stay focused.”

Customize your setup with pens and accessories

Alongside the included Pro Pen 3, the MovinkPad Pro 14 supports digital pens from stationery brands such as LAMY, STAEDTLER, and Dr. Grip. An optional Cover attaches magnetically to protect the screen.

Availability

The Wacom MovinkPad Pro 14 will be available this fall through Wacom’s eStore and select retailers worldwide.

To learn more, visit: https://www.wacom.com/products/wacom-movinkpad-pro-14

About Wacom

About Wacom Wacom is a global leader in digital pen solutions, offering intuitive tools for writing and drawing. Our products are trusted across creative fields—from studios and classrooms to healthcare—supporting students and professionals alike. Wacom pen technologies also power many pen-enabled PCs, tablets, and phones through partnerships with top tech brands.
 
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Thursday, October 2, 2025

From Japan to the World: Seduce Skincare Launches Gentle, Additive-Free Care to All Ages in 200+ Countries

  

Trusted Japanese formulations for sensitive and aging skin, Seduce blends additive-free safety with advanced ingredients for healthy, radiant skin worldwide

The skincare brand Seduce has begun distribution on global e-commerce platforms, making its products available for purchase in more than 200 countries, including the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Germany, France, Indonesia, the Philippines, and Singapore.

Background to Global Expansion
Delivering gentle yet reliable care to everyone with skin concerns.
Seduce has earned the trust of users in Japan, who have praised the brand for being “safe to use” and “providing lasting hydration with just one bottle.
”Encouraged by this feedback, the brand has now expanded through the eBay platform to reach over 200 countries across Europe, Asia, North America, and South America.
Skin sensitivities due to environmental factors and age-related concerns are universal. Seduce aspires to continue being a brand that transcends borders and cultures, offering optimal solutions for diverse skin needs.
Moving forward, the brand will remain committed to pursuing skincare that exceeds expectations in both “gentleness” and “effectiveness,” while engaging with skin concerns worldwide.

Global E-Commerce Platform
eBay: https://ebay.us/m/C9Xnqm

About Seduce
Skincare options for everyone, with a focus on aging care.
Seduce was born from the idea that “the more delicate the skin feels, the more reliable the skincare must be.
”The brand unites an additive-free formulation that minimizes burden on sensitive skin with advanced cosmetic ingredients for aging care.
Through a simple yet refined approach, Seduce aims to support confident, healthy skin that transcends age, gender, and skin type.

Made in Japan
Seduce products are developed in Japan, built on Japanese expertise and quality. The brand extends this reliability to customers in over 200 countries, delivering skincare that can be used with peace of mind.

Product Overview
Skincare designed to provide the necessary care for aging skin without causing stress.
The Signature Deep Moist Lotion features a 10-additive-free formulation gentle on sensitive skin, while incorporating carefully selected cosmetic ingredients such as high-purity EGF, human stem cell culture extract, organic rosehip (Rosa canina fruit extract), and loquat leaf extract from pesticide-free cultivation.
With its unique alkaline-based formula, the lotion softens the skin and delivers hydration deep into the stratum corneum, leading to plump, resilient, and healthy-looking skin.

Product Name: Signature Deep Moist Lotion
Volume: 100 ml
Price: 44,000 JPY (approx. USD 303.04, subject to exchange rate fluctuations)
Sales Platform: eBay: https://ebay.us/m/C9Xnqm

Contact:
Soleil Inc.
Minami Aoyama Ikeda Building 7F, 5-13-2 Minami Aoyama, Minato-ku, Tokyo
E-mail: info@soleilinc.co.jp

About Soleil Inc.

Soleil Inc. Minami Aoyama Ikeda Building 7F, 5-13-2 Minami Aoyama, Minato-ku, Tokyo

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PR1ME Z Brings Training, Travel, and Tons of Fun for Its Growing Community

At PR1ME Z, it’s never just about the products—it’s about building people, creating experiences, and celebrating every milestone along the way.

In recent months, the community has been buzzing with activities that go beyond the usual training sessions. Sure, there’s Enriched Leadership Training and even a unique Training at Vikings event, but there’s also space for fun and connection through Tambay Night and the glamorous Mid-Year Gala Awards Night. Add to that the inspiring Superfoods Forum with Dr. Primo Valenzuela, and it’s clear that learning and lifestyle are always part of the PR1ME Z journey.

The excitement doesn’t stop at local events either. A group of qualifiers is gearing up for an all-expenses-paid Vietnam trip this October—a well-earned getaway that blends travel with recognition. And with another Boracay incentive trip lined up for December, distributors are already looking forward to sandy shores, clear waters, and unforgettable memories with their peers.

Of course, the calendar is packed with even more to look forward to: the Annual October Costume Party, the 2025 Leaders Summit, and ongoing promos and freebies that keep the energy high and the momentum rolling.

For many, this mix of training, travel, and community is what makes PR1ME Z more than a business—it’s an experience. And with so much still on the horizon, the ride is only getting more exciting.

About PR1ME Z Entrepreneurs Inc.

PR1ME Z is a fast-growing community in the health, wellness, and lifestyle space. More than just offering innovative products, the company focuses on empowering distributors through training, incentives, and events that build both business and camaraderie. With its unique blend of growth opportunities and fun experiences, PR1ME Z continues to inspire people to dream bigger and live bolder.
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