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Yoko Origin Story: This Civil Engineering Student Is Leading JBECP-UM’s Web3 Movement
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Market Leaders

Yoko Origin Story: This Civil Engineering Student Is Leading JBECP-UM’s Web3 Movement

Web3 education is often boxed into computer science classrooms. But in Davao City, one student organization is redrawing the lines. At the University of Mindanao, something unexpected is happening. Blockchain is no longer just a buzzword for coders and IT majors. It’s becoming a movement, one that transcends disciplines,

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By: zed leplin
Coding in the Margins: How Bitskwela’s Lead Developer Is Making Web3 Education Truly Accessible
Builders

Coding in the Margins: How Bitskwela’s Lead Developer Is Making Web3 Education Truly Accessible

In a space often dominated by hype and high-end jargon, Koleen, Lead Developer of Bitskwela, is taking a refreshingly grounded approach to Web3: meet learners where they are, then help them build. During the Sonic Blockchain Meetup in Davao City, an event co-hosted by Bitskwela and supported by the Davao

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By: zed leplin
Will Blockchain Fix Corruption? Michael Lance Domagas on Transparency in Public Services
Regulation

Will Blockchain Fix Corruption? Michael Lance Domagas on Transparency in Public Services

Blockchain technology is often praised for its ability to provide transparency and security, but can it help combat corruption in government operations? As governments struggle with accountability issues, blockchain is being explored as a potential solution to prevent fraud and ensure financial integrity in public services. One of the major

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By: zed leplin
What’s Working and What’s Not: A Davao DeFi Discussion with Bitskwela, Coins.ph, Sovrun, and the Blockchain Practitioners Association of the Philippines
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Executives

What’s Working and What’s Not: A Davao DeFi Discussion with Bitskwela, Coins.ph, Sovrun, and the Blockchain Practitioners Association of the Philippines

From paid internships to blockchain forensics, the road to Web3 looks different for everyone, but the destination must be the same: real builders, not just traders. That was the clear message at a recent panel in Davao City. Davao City hosted a rare moment of clarity for the Philippine Web3

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By: zed leplin
Game On: Avalanche Launches 'Off The Grid' Free-to-Play Gaming in Davao City
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Game On: Avalanche Launches 'Off The Grid' Free-to-Play Gaming in Davao City

Avalanche Team1 Philippines just gave Davao a taste of the future of gaming, and players are asking for seconds. On April 12, Off The Grid: Game Day – Mindanao brought Web3 gaming out of the metaverse and into the real world, gathering gamers, streamers, and blockchain-curious attendees at Flynn Online Gaming

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By: zed leplin
Beyond the Buzzwords: Marix Gaming on Omnichain
Builders

Beyond the Buzzwords: Marix Gaming on Omnichain

Omnichain sounds futuristic, but for one Web3 community builder, it simply means blockchain that works for everyone. Web3 is often filled with complicated terms that sound impressive but leave most people scratching their heads. Omnichain is one of them. It is a term that gets thrown around in technical discussions,

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Web4 is Coming—Ken Berry is Already Studying It
Builders

Web4 is Coming—Ken Berry is Already Studying It

While most people are still figuring out Web3, some are already preparing for what comes next. The internet keeps evolving. From static websites to social platforms to decentralized systems, every phase introduces a new way of thinking about how we connect and interact online. That is why Web4 is already

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By: zed leplin
No More Price Wars: Why Rampz Uses Spot Prices and What That Changes
Executives

No More Price Wars: Why Rampz Uses Spot Prices and What That Changes

Tired of guessing if you’re getting a fair deal on your crypto? Rampz makes pricing predictable, honest, and refreshingly straightforward. In peer-to-peer (P2P) crypto platforms, the price tag on your token often depends on the seller's mood. For newcomers, this can create confusion, doubt, and even mistrust.

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By: zed leplin
What is Rampz? A Davao-Based P2P Crypto Solution
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What is Rampz? A Davao-Based P2P Crypto Solution

Getting into crypto shouldn’t feel like a tech exam. Rampz wants to make your first step as simple as sending a GCash payment. Rampz wants to make it easier, faster, and safer for everyday people to access crypto. Built in Davao and backed by a bold mission, it'

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What is RYORI? Integrating Web3 Into Restaurants
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What is RYORI? Integrating Web3 Into Restaurants

You don’t need to understand blockchain to benefit from it. Ryori proves that smart tech can improve your dining experience in ways that are intuitive, fast, and rewarding, both for customers and businesses. And it all starts with a simple QR scan. Digital transformation isn’t just for banks

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Shannen Yu Sapar: Good UX Design Should Be Like Jollibee
Builders

Shannen Yu Sapar: Good UX Design Should Be Like Jollibee

What makes Jollibee’s customer experience so effortless? The answer lies in thoughtful design. Just like great UX, it ensures every step feels natural, predictable, and frustration-free. Great UX ensures every step of an interaction is smooth and intuitive, just like Jollibee’s structured ordering experience. A well-designed product guides

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What is Auki Labs? Spatial AI and the AR Revolution
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What is Auki Labs? Spatial AI and the AR Revolution

Big Tech is racing to build digital replicas of the physical world, collecting everything from room layouts to eye movements. Auki Labs asks: what if you owned your own digital twin? Their platform is redefining how AI sees the world and who gets to control that vision. What if your

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