Twala Takes the National Stage Twala stepped into the national conversation this week as Co-Founder and General Counsel Atty. Third Bagro sat down with Salve Ibañez on ANC's The Boardroom. The segment centered on a question with real economic weight: can digital notarization move the needle for a country still bound to paper, ink, and long lines at the notary's office? For Twala, a Philippine-built document intelligence platform combining artificial intelligence and blockchain technology, it was an opportunity to bring eNotarization out of the back office and into the national spotlight.

MAKATI CITY, Philippines — August 27, 2026 — Twala joined real estate industry leaders at the Chamber of Real Estate and Builders' Associations, Inc. (CREBA) 5th General Membership Meeting today, with Mr. Dwight Harold "Jiggy" Calucag, Twala's Director for Government Relations, appearing as Resource Person before CREBA's National Board and member-chapters at the Glass Pavillion, Dusit Thani Hotel, to walk the industry through what electronic notarization means for the way property transactions get closed in the Philippines.

QUEZON CITY, Philippines — The Land Registration Authority (LRA) is preparing the country's land titling system for a technological overhaul, revealing plans to adopt blockchain, geospatial information system (GIS), and artificial intelligence (AI) technologies as part of a new online titling and registration system.

May 28, 2026, Zoom – Twala, in partnership with the Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCCI) – Quezon City Chapter and the Integrated Bar of the Philippines (IBP) – Quezon City Chapter, organized a focused two-hour webinar that drew an engaged audience of micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs), corporate officers, legal practitioners, and professionals from various industries. The session delivered both the legal foundations and the practical roadmap needed to transition from paper to digital with confidence — a shared commitment that reflects the strength of the ongoing collaboration between Twala and PCCI–QC.

Manila, Philippines — May 7, 2026 — Twala strongly advocated for the adoption of the Senate-approved version of the proposed CADENA Bill during the House of Representatives deliberations held on May 6, 2026, emphasizing that aligning with the Senate measure would accelerate the passage of a landmark transparency and digital governance reform for the Philippines.

QUEZON CITY, PHILIPPINES — March 27, 2026 — Twala, the DOST-backed legal-tech startup pioneering blockchain-based digital signatures and e-notary solutions, has officially joined the Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry – Quezon City (PCCI QC). The partnership was formalized through a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) signing aimed at accelerating the digitalization of businesses across the city.

Quezon City, Philippines — DOST-backed tech startup Twala has digitally signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) with the Integrated Bar of the Philippines (IBP) Quezon City Chapter—the largest IBP chapter in the country—to equip around 13,000 lawyers with cutting-edge digital signature and electronic notary solutions, pushing digital transformation farther in the legal profession.

Despite the ongoing digital shift, 70% of enterprises in the Philippines still heavily rely on physical paperwork for their operations. This dependence on paper is not only costing businesses in terms of time but is also draining financial resources that could be better invested elsewhere.

Makati City, October 9, 2025 — Twala is honored to participate in the Contract Management Summit organized by the PJ Lhuillier Group of Companies (PJLGC), held at the Networld Capital Ventures Inc. (NCVI) Building in Makati City.

As the Philippine HR sector rapidly evolves through digital transformation and the embrace of hybrid work setups, HR professionals are innovating to enhance operational efficiency and elevate the employee experience. The rise of electronic signatures is proving to be a critical enabler for organizations seeking to modernize workflows and ease administrative burdens. E-signatures offer a secure, swift, and paperless alternative to traditional HR documentation processes.

In an era where contracts are signed with a click and deals close without paper, the way we sign documents has completely changed. But with this shift comes confusion: are digital signatures and electronic signatures the same thing? At first glance, they might sound identical—after all, both allow you to sign without pen and paper. However, there’s a big difference in how they work, how secure they are, and when you should use them. Knowing the distinction is crucial for businesses and professionals who want to ensure their agreements are not only fast and convenient, but also legally valid and tamper-proof.

First Impressions Count — And HR Sets the Tone Employee experience begins on the first day of onboarding. If the first few days include delays in onboarding with unsigned contracts, unacknowledged policies or security clearances (just to name a few), this can create the perception of an organization that is disorganized and unstructured. Even if this was unintentional, the poor first impression will linger. In a competitive labor market, a slow and/or unorganized onboarding experience can hamper engagement, as well as contribute to early attrition. Speed, clarity and consistency matter now more than ever.

Every finance team knows the importance of timely budget approvals but many still struggle with delays caused by disorganized workflows. Whether it’s a disbursement request stuck in someone’s inbox or an unsigned budget document sitting on a physical desk, sign-off breakdowns are all too common. In fast moving organizations, these gaps can mean the difference between seizing an opportunity and missing it altogether.

In procurement, speed is not just a competitive advantage. It is a requirement. Whether you are finalizing a supplier contract, approving a purchase request, or onboarding a new vendor, delays at the signing stage can stall the entire workflow. E-signatures offer a powerful way to streamline the process. But not all platforms are designed for the complexity and urgency of procurement operations. If your team is evaluating solutions, now is the time to look beyond generic tools and invest in one that is purpose-built for procurement.