Win trip to Universal Studios Singapore with Converge and BlastTV

By Rizza Ompong

Leading fiber broadband provider Converge ICT Solutions Inc. (PSE:CNVRG) and BlastTV, a streaming TV service owned and operated by Tap Digital Media Ventures (TapDMV), unveiled one of their first giveaway collaborations.
    The giveaway follows the BlastTV and Studio Universal agreement announced last September.
    As the movie channel for movie lovers, Studio Universal offers Converge and BlastTV subscribers a carefully curated cinematic experience spanning all genres of films. From the newest Hollywood blockbusters to timeless classics, the library includes several titles from the popular Fast & Furious, Despicable Me, Jurassic Park, and Jurassic World franchises.
    A first in Southeast Asia and the Philippines, Studio Universal is only accessible via BlastTV. Offered as a complementary Value-Added Service (VAS) to its customers under its “Watch Now, Pay Zero” initiative, Converge is solidifying its commitment to elevating Filipinos’ entertainment experience through BlastTV.
    To celebrate this collaboration, Converge, BlastTV, and Studio Universal are giving two lucky Converge subscribers a trip for three to Universal Studios Singapore. Winners will get roundtrip tickets, 2-night hotel accommodation, and pocket money.
    "BlastTV has been a successful welcome addition to our value-added service line, and with BlastTV, we are excited to level up the entertainment experience for our lucky loyal subscribers to enjoy the amazing rides and meet their favorite beloved characters at Universal Studios Singapore," said Converge Senior Executive Vice President and Chief Operations Officer Jesus C. Romero.
    Fresh from its Best Broadband Telecom Company of the Year recognition from the International Business Magazine Awards 2023, Converge has been building a reputation for giving its subscribers the best viewing experience. Named the *Best ISP Video Experience in the Philippines for the second half of 2022 at the Ookla® Speedtest Awards™, Converge subscribers have been enjoying high speed, low latency, and low jitter connectivity, making the ICT company the network of choice for gamers and streamers alike.
    To qualify for the competition, Converge subscribers must sign up for free with BlastTV on blasttv.ph and then download the BlastTV app on Google Play or the Apple App Store. For complete mechanics, go to https://cnvrge.co/WinAndFlyPromo.
    The promotion runs from December 2 to December 31, 2023. Winners will be determined via a raffle draw with an announcement on January 12, 2024, and notified accordingly. This promo is only open to Converge subscribers. Participants can only sign up for FREE on BlastTV when connected to their Converge internet.
    For more details about the promo, including the terms and conditions, follow Converge and BlastTV on Facebook: facebook.com/ConvergeICT and facebook.com/blasttvofficial
 

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24 chosen finalists in Montanosa film fest

By Janthrize Andanan

BAGUIO CITY -- Eighty-seven locally-made films by local filmmakers were submitted to the Montañosa Film Festival 2023.
    Out of 87 submissions, 24 were chosen as finalists for the three categories namely: documentary, narrative and mobile film.
    This was the third staging of the event with the theme "Divergence + Convergence" aligned with the city government's vision of interwoven creative and tourism sector to maintain Baguio as a UNESCO Creative City for Crafts and Folk Art. 
    In support to the activity, Mayor Benjamin B. Magalong issued executive order 24, series of 2023 declaring the whole month of March as Montañosa Film Festival 2023 in Baguio.
    Cinema Rehiyon @ Montañosa Film Festival is a nine-day event from March 25 to April 2, 2023 showcasing selected short and full-length films by local filmmakers. 
    The month-long Montañosa Film Festival was launched March 1 at SM City Baguio, Sky Garden. 
    The festival and opening gala will start March 25 at the SM City Baguio followed by the Montañosa Filmmakers Homecoming, open forum as well as  launching of Cinema Rehiyon Best of the Regions on March 27.
    There would also be film talks, mentoring and workshop for the filmmakers scheduled on March 29 - March 31, 2023.
    Outdoor film screenings are also scheduled from March 29 to 31 at the Malcolm Square People's Park with Sinemusikain (film, food, music fair) at the Rose Garden in Burnham Park.
    There are also other events such as outreach program, school caravan, workshop, and other programs in partnership with the Cultural Center of The Philippines, Vivistop Baguio, and the Cordillera School of Digital Arts that will be launched alongside the celebration. –

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