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The COVID-19 pandemic and high inflation rates have left some businesses unable to pay their debts. Creditors are often left holding the bag with little to no options for debt collection, given the prolonged period of time and high costs associated of collecting debts through judicial proceedings. However, there is an alternative.
Join us as Atty. Mark De Leon, a Prime Mover and Counsel of Gorriceta Africa Cauton and Saavedra, discusses Republic Act No. 10142 or the Financial Rehabilitation and Insolvency Act. Atty. Mark’s discussion guides listeners through a step-by-step discussion on how financial rehabilitation proceedings are carried out and offers insights on how financial rehabilitation can help creditors and debtors come to a win-win solution that can bypass costly and lengthy litigation.
0:00 – Podcast Introduction1:17 – Introduction to Guest Speaker 2:25 – Financial Rehabilitation as an Option for Creditors to Collect Debts 12:40 – How Financial Rehabilitation Proceedings WorkMake sure to follow us to get updates on our episodes!
Gorriceta Africa Cauton & Saavedra is a top-tier full service law firm in the Philippines, ranked and recognized locally and internationally for its excellent legal services.
You may contact Gorriceta through [email protected] or +632 8696-0687.
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Did you know that the Philippine Government is also a customer that buys goods and services that it can use in its day-to-day operations? The Philippine Government does this through a procurement process where a competitive public bidding is made to determine which provider can best deliver the much-needed resources it can use for the public welfare. With the proper documents and an eye to details, your business may be the next to score a contract with the Government.
In this episode, Atty. Edrian Apaya, a prime mover and a Junior Partner at Gorriceta Africa Cauton and Saavedra, discusses Republic Act No. 9184 or the Government Procurement Reform Act of 2003. Ed will also guide prospective bidders in their attempt to participate in the entire procurement process and demystify some key areas that prospective bidders need to take a closer look on to ensure winning. He will also provide his insights on the latest developments in the procurement process and how the system can be improved for the benefit of all.
0:00 – Podcast Introduction0:35 – Introduction to Guest Speaker2:54 – Background and Definition of Government Procurement7:19 – Common Challenges to Prospective Bidders13:14 – Addressing Corruption IssuesMake sure to hit that follow button to get updates on our episodes!
Gorriceta Africa Cauton & Saavedra is a top-tier full service law firm in the Philippines, ranked and recognized locally and internationally for its excellent legal services.
You may contact Gorriceta through [email protected] or +632 8696-0687.
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The Philippines has become one of the fastest growing economies in the past decade. Quite interesting, however, is the fact that the Philippines’ capital market is still relatively small compared to its Asian counterparts.
Today in Prime Movers, listeners will be able to hear first-hand the insider’s perspective of Mr. Eduardo V. Francisco, President and Director of BDO Capital & Investment Corporation, on the current state of our country’s capital market space and the future it holds.
This episode will give its listeners a deep dive on the recent market trends, the ins-and-outs of investment deals, and the regulations needed to further develop our country's capital market space.
05:20 Background on BDO Capital and Investment Corporation 06:35 Key Factors Considered by Investment Houses 09:26 Current Market Trends in the PH Capital Market 11:40 Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) 14:39 Factors Affecting Investor Sentiment 17:44 Common Investment Mistakes and their Solutions 20:26 Recent Developments in Capital Market Regulations 24:23 Regulations that the PH Capital Market Needs29:09 Predictions on the PH Capital MarketGorriceta Africa Cauton & Saavedra is a top-tier full-service law firm in the Philippines, ranked and recognized locally and internationally for its excellent legal services.
You may contact Gorriceta through [email protected] or +6328696-0687
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In a world captivated by the wonders of artificial intelligence, ChatGPT has emerged as a true force of nature, sweeping across industries, and revolutionizing the way we interact with technology. Join us on a captivating journey as we explore ChatGPT's meteoric rise. Brace yourself for an exhilarating exploration of the unstoppable force that is ChatGPT and its remarkable impact on our rapidly evolving society.
In today’s episode, one of the most respected Philippine scientists, Dr. Erika Legara, will provide us an in-depth discussion on the effects of ChatGPT. Whether you're a technology enthusiast, a curious listener, or a professional in the AI space, this podcast is for you!
03:29 Introduction to Artificial Intelligence (AI) 07:30 Stages of AI 09:18 Classifications of AI 10:45 Generative AI 11:41 ChatGPT’s capabilities and possibilities 17:58 ChatGPT’s limitations and weaknesses 23:25 Recent developments on ChatGPT 28:55 ConclusionGorriceta Africa Cauton & Saavedra is a top-tier full-service law firm in the Philippines, ranked and recognized locally and internationally for its excellent legal services.
You may contact Gorriceta through [email protected] or +6328696-0687
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Are you concerned about data breaches and the safety of your personal information in the Philippines? With the increasing number of cyber attacks and human errors, data breaches have become a significant concern in the country.
The Data Privacy Act of 2012 established the legal framework for protecting personal data, and the National Privacy Commission requires personal information controllers to report any data breaches that occur. However, despite these measures, data breaches remain a significant threat to the safety of personal information. This episode delves into the exciting and ever-evolving landscape of data breaches in the Philippines. We discuss the common causes of data breaches, the impact of these breaches on individuals and organizations, and the steps that the National Privacy Commission is taking to mitigate these risks and safeguard personal information.
Tune in to learn more as Gorriceta Partners, Atty. Kristine Torres and Atty. Edsel Tupaz discusses these critical issues and how you can protect yourself from the risks of data breaches in the Philippines.
00:50 Podcast Introduction02:35 Topic I - Introduction - Background, Definition, and Impact of Data Breaches02:56 Definition of Data Breach08:34 Ways to Prevent Breaches12:25 Topic II - Regulations and compliance: Current Status of NPC Regulation and relevant Philippine news 15:52 Rising concerns about Smishing 18:35 The Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) Registration Act 24:56 Data Breaches in Mobile Applications 32:06 Topic III - Regulations of other countries 34:59 Topic IV - Prevention and Mitigation 38:25 Topic V - Key TakeawaysGorriceta Africa Cauton & Saavedra is a top-tier full-service law firm in the Philippines, ranked and recognized locally and internationally for its excellent legal services.
You may contact Gorriceta through [email protected] or +6328696-0687
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Striking a business deal is not an easy feat. Especially with mergers and acquisitions, such kind of a deal requires crucial business decisions and careful analysis of the interplay among the transactions involved, affected parties, and the target outcome. This is where due diligence plays a critical role.
Joining us in today’s episode is Atty Kristine T. Torres, a partner at Gorriceta Africa Cauton & Saavedra, and one of the leading corporate and M&A lawyers of the firm. Tune in as she shares her knowledge, experience and insights about mergers and acquisitions. In particular, Atty. Kristine will discuss her learnings and experience handling multiple M&A deals and the importance of conducting due diligence for these kinds of transactions.
02:19 General Discussion on Due Diligence 03:25 Due Diligence from an M&A context 06:01 Importance of Due Diligence 09:20 The Due Diligence Approach 14:08 Red Flags in Due Diligence 17:50 Outlook and Trends on M&A 19:23 M&A deals vis-à-vis the due diligence process 20:45 Conclusion
Gorriceta Africa Cauton & Saavedra is a top-tier full-service law firm in the Philippines, ranked and recognized locally and internationally for its excellent legal services.You may contact Gorriceta through [email protected] or +6328696-0687
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The internet, considered as one of man’s greatest invention, is in a constant and rapid movement through times. With the robust development of Web 3, and the emergence of cryptocurrencies, blockchain, digital assets, smart contracts and artificial intelligence, the empowerment of web users is a certainty and a reality. In the fast pace of the Web 3 movement, is the Philippines – and its traditional legal system – ready for the Web 3 phenomenon?
In today’s episode of Prime Movers, Atty Mark S. Gorriceta, the managing partner at Gorriceta Africa Cauton & Saavedra, and one of the mover-catalysts of the adoption of Web 3 in the Philippine legal system, shares his insights of where Web 3 truly stands in the country. Join us as we gather a deeper grasp of this technological evolution, its roots and its inevitable impact to the society, through this episode of Prime Movers.
04:08 The Evolution of the Internet: From Web 1: The “Read/Only” web06:47 The Birth of Web 2: Interactive and Collaborative Phase of the Internet10:21 The New Internet Revolution That is Web 311:28 Decentralization in Web 317:19 Blockchain Technology 18:42 “DeFi:” Decentralized Finance and Web 319:24 Cryptocurrencies and Smart Contracts21:10 Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning as Components of Web 323:04 Web 3 in the Philippine Legal Landscape31:15 The Digital Assets Act of 202232 :30 The Future of Web 3 in the Philippines
Gorriceta Africa Cauton & Saavedra is a top-tier full-service law firm in the Philippines, ranked and recognized locally and internationally for its excellent legal services.You may contact Gorriceta through [email protected] or +6328696-0687
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The Philippines was dubbed as the fastest growing digital economy among major ASEAN member-states in 2021. This digital boom continues as more and more Filipinos see the critical role of digital economy and the many opportunities it brings.
00:44 Podcast Introduction01:36 Part 1. The Scope of Taxation in the Philippines06:30 Part 2. The Philippine Digital Economy09:04 Part 3. The Tax Impact on the Digital Economy
While we continue to capitalize on this digital transition, questions arise as to Philippine taxation within the digital realm. Here at Gorriceta, we discuss in more digestible segments the varying laws and regulations that apply to digital transactions.
Join Prime Mover Atty. Vincent Paul Saavedra, Partner at Gorriceta Africa Cauton & Saavedra, as we discuss how our current tax laws are keeping up with this seemingly unregulated sphere, the current stance of both the Philippine Bureau of Internal Revenue in treating these transactions and the new administration on the future of this rapidly-growing digital economy.
Make sure to hit that follow button to get updates on our episodes!Gorriceta Africa Cauton & Saavedra is a top-tier full-service law firm in the Philippines, ranked and recognized locally and internationally for its excellent legal services.
You may contact Gorriceta through [email protected] or +6328696-0687
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Even with the adoption of the Family Code of the Philippines in 1987, the process to end a marriage in the Philippines has gained notoriety (and rightfully so) as being costly, protracted and tedious. Unhappy Filipino couples are hoping this will not always be the case; and it is widely believed that the Supreme Court pronouncement in the 2021 case of Tan-Andal v. Andal is a step in the right direction.
00:44 Podcast Introduction02:32 Topic I: Marriages in the Phlippines03:59 Topic II: Termination of Marriage 06:05 Topic III: Tan-Andal vs. Andal 19:49 Topic IV: VAWC 28:35 Topic V: Synthesis / Wrapping-up portion / Conclusion
Tune in this 20 minute episode as we demystify this new take on Psychological Incapacity and expound on its implications on Annulment cases in the Philippines.
Join Atty. Raffy Cedro, a prime mover and a Partner at Gorriceta Africa Cauton and Saavedra, as he discusses the institution of marriage in the Philippines and the impact of the 2021 pronouncement of the Supreme Court in Tan-Andal v. Andal. Atty. Raffy will also discuss the Anti-Violence Against Women and Children Act (VAWC) and how it works to protect women and their children in the Philippines.
Make sure to hit that follow button to get updates on our episodes!Gorriceta Africa Cauton & Saavedra is a top-tier full-service law firm in the Philippines, ranked and recognized locally and internationally for its excellent legal services.
You may contact Gorriceta through [email protected] or +6328696-0687
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According to the Digital 2022 report, in the past 12 months, Filipinos aged 16 to 64 spent an average of 4 hours and 6 minutes using social media each day. Filipinos are accustomed to using social media platforms such as Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat and TikTok to share news, pictures, personal views, and nearly anything that’s going on in their lives. With this, an enormous amount of information that people share, some of which are very personal, are freely circulating the Web. While the Philippines has strengthened its privacy and security protections through the Data Privacy Act in 2012, is this enough in the context of the rapid growth of the digital economy and increasing international trade of data?
00:53 Podcast Introduction01:10 Topic II - Introduction of Our Guest Speaker 02:58 Topic III - Background on Data Privacy09:29 Topic IV - Emerging Trends and Issues on Privacy 13:49 Topic V - Enforcement Mechanisms 16:27 Topic VI - Current News Relating to Data Privacy 21:33 Topic VII. Synthesis / Wrapping up-portion / Conclusion
Tune in to this episode, where our Prime Mover Atty. Francis A. Africa, Partner at Gorriceta Africa Cauton & Saavedra delves into the issues on the use or misuse of our information. Listen in as he shares his insights on the latest data privacy issues and trends and the recent data privacy enforcement mechanism issued by the National Privacy Commission.
Make sure to hit that follow button to get updates on our episodes!Gorriceta Africa Cauton & Saavedra is a top-tier full-service law firm in the Philippines, ranked and recognized locally and internationally for its excellent legal services.
You may contact Gorriceta through [email protected] or +6328696-0687
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The Energy question permeates every facet of our society, from the everyday concerns of the common man to the corporate strategies of large conglomerates and even to the policy-making decisions of nation states. In a world that is perpetually hungry for more energy an expert view on the nuances and particularities of Energy law and policy is more valuable than ever.
In this episode we are joined by a leading professional in the field of Energy Law, Atty. Julius M. Lotilla. Listen in as he discusses pertinent questions such as: What major influences shape energy policy in the Philippines? How is the Philippines positioned with regards to renewables? How do different parties best navigate energy transition policies? Catch all these and more in this episode of PRIME MOVERS.
02:29 Major Influences in Energy Law 03:30 Energy Trilemma 04:38 Foreign Investment 05:40 Government and Private Participation 06:36 Phases of Energy Production 08:05 Renewables09:16 Government Policy 10:11 Economic and Environmental Factors 11:56 Environmental Laws and Energy Agencies 14:01 Philippine Renewable Energy and Transitioning from Conventional to Renewable Energy 16:33 Energy Policy Under the New Administration 19:34 Bataan Nuclear Power Plant 22:29 Future of Energy Law
Gorriceta Africa Cauton & Saavedra is a top-tier full-service law firm in the Philippines, ranked and recognized locally and internationally for its excellent legal services.You may contact Gorriceta through [email protected] or +6328696-0687
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Build Build Build is the most ambitious infrastructure program in Philippine history. Build Build Build aims at bridging our infrastructure deficit. But the country’s debt burden is rising. How should the new administration achieve the objectives of Build Build Build without compromising the country’s fiscal health?
Joining us in this episode is Atty. Edsel Tupaz, partner at Gorriceta Africa Cauton Saavedra and Lead of the Firm’s Special Projects practice group. Tune in as he provides an in-depth discussion on how both private sector and government can effectively manage infrastructure transitions under Build Build Build 2.0. Catch our guest discuss the recurring challenge of absorptive capacity, public-private partnerships, public bidding rules, and the rise of digital infrastructure in the Philippines as integral to our COVID19 response.
02:44 Why Build Build Build is Important 06:27 Role of Our Guest in Build Build Build Projects 07:02 Challenges of Build Build Build and Managing Transitions07:56 Addressing the Public Debt Burden 09:56 Build Build Build 2.0 10:28 A Public-Private Partnership Revival 12:54 Key Takeaway: Knowing the Revised Rules, Policies 14:00 Contingent Liabilities and MAGA under the Revised Rules16:02 Perceived Lack of Speed in PPP Projects 18:20 The Challenge of Low Absorptive Capacity 19:35 Grassroots Competence at Public Bidding 23:10 Private Sector Toolkit: Competent, Meticulous Legal Counsel24:57 Managing the Rise of Digital Infrastructure Amidst COVID19 31:50 Key Takeaway in Managing the Infrastructure Transition into Build Build Build 2.0 – Public Procurement
Gorriceta Africa Cauton & Saavedra is a top-tier full-service law firm in the Philippines, ranked and recognized locally and internationally for its excellent legal services.You may contact Gorriceta through [email protected] or +6328696-0687
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The Philippine Fintech landscape is currently in its prime era as it continuously dominates the financial service space in our country, ranging from digital banking to payments to lending and so on. As we face this advent of a digital frontier, it is only through adapting to these technological initiatives that we can rise through it.
02:31 Defining the FinTech Landscape in the Philippines 09:04 Regulatory Framework of FinTech Industry in the Philippines16:31 The Electronic Money Issuers (EMIs) 18:30 The Operators Payment Systems (OPS) Entities 19:50 The Advent of Blockchain Technologies in the Philippines 22:47 Private Sectors as Key Players 24:51 Conclusion
Tune in to our pilot episode as Gorriceta Partners, Atty. Kristine Torres and Atty. Mark Gorriceta unravel the endless possibilities of the FinTech Industry by discussing the current Philippine Fintech landscape, the key regulators and regulatory framework of the industry, the Electronic Money Issuers, Operators of Payment Systems, the advent of blockchain technologies in the Philippines, and the role of the private sector in the fintech industry.Gorriceta Africa Cauton & Saavedra is a top-tier full-service law firm in the Philippines, ranked and recognized locally and internationally for its excellent legal services.
You may contact Gorriceta through [email protected] or +6328696-0687
