Manila, Philippines — On August 6, 2025, the Lyceum of the Philippines University (LPU) and Twala, a leading provider of digital signature and electronic document workflow solutions, formally signed a partnership agreement during a contract signing ceremony held at LPU’s main campus in Intramuros, Manila.
The partnership was officially sealed by Atty. Roberto P. Laurel, President of LPU, and Mr. Jeffrey Reyes, Chief Executive Officer of Twala, in the presence of both institutions’ leadership teams.
This collaboration marks a significant milestone in LPU’s commitment to embracing digital innovation. Twala will provide LPU with secure, legally compliant digital signature technology to streamline administrative workflows, enhance document integrity, and support the university’s transition to a paperless and more sustainable operation.
“This partnership is aligned with LPU’s vision of becoming a digitally empowered institution,” said Atty. Roberto P. Laurel, President of LPU. “We are proud to work with Twala in modernizing our operations and ensuring that our academic community benefits from fast, secure, and sustainable services.”
“We are honored to support LPU in its digital transformation journey,” said Mr. Jeffrey Reyes, CEO of Twala. “This collaboration reflects our shared commitment to building a secure and efficient digital future for education.”
In its initial phase, the partnership will focus on digitizing internal approvals, student-related documents, and various administrative processes. Expansion across other academic and operational functions is expected in the succeeding months within the five LPU campuses in Manila, Laguna, Cavite, Davao and Batangas.
By adopting trusted digital tools, LPU strengthens its position as a forward-thinking institution, while Twala continues its mission to enable secure and legally recognized digital documentation across sectors.
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Atty. Third Bagro
Co-founder and General Counsel, Twala
M: 09178662002
DANICA L. MAGAT,MBA
Marketing Manager
E: danica.magat@lpu.edu.ph
M: (+632) 8527-1758
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About Twala
Twala is a Philippine-based technology company that offers a secure and intelligent document platform for digital signatures, electronic notary, identity verification, and AI-powered document lifecycle management. It empowers individuals, professionals, and organizations to execute and manage legally binding documents electronically, with the highest standards of security, integrity, and compliance.
Built on blockchain and public key infrastructure (PKI) technologies, Twala enables tamper-evident, cryptographically verifiable digital transactions. Its platform serves high-trust use cases across government, legal, enterprise, and financial sectors.
A multi-awarded technology startup, Twala is backed by the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) and Philippine Council for Industry, Energy, and Emerging Technology Research and Development (DOST PCIEERD) through its Startup Grant Fund Program and maintains active R&D partnerships with DOST-ASTI. Twala has also collaborated with key public institutions such as the DICT, the Senate, and the Anti-Red Tape Authority (ARTA).
Importantly, Twala collaborated with the Supreme Court of the Philippines on the drafting of the 2025 Rules on Electronic Notarization, lending its technical expertise in digital signature infrastructure and e-notarization technology to help shape the regulatory framework. This partnership reflects Twala’s ongoing commitment to modernizing legal systems and improving access to trusted digital services in the country.
Twala’s Recognitions
Twala’s innovations have earned national and international acclaim, including:
- Startup Grant Recipient – Department of Science and Technology – Philippine Council for Industry, Energy and Emerging Technology Research and Development (DOST-PCIEERD)
- Grand Champion – La French Tech Startup Competition 2022, supported by the French Chamber of Commerce and Industry
- Top 3 – Ideaspace Startup Acceleration Program – Recognized for outstanding innovation and potential in one of the Philippines’ premier tech acceleration programs
- Top LegalTech Startup – Featured by multiple innovation forums and industry publications
- Esquire Philippines 2024 Trailblazers List – Recognized for its leadership in secure digital transformation and contributions to national legal innovation
- Ease of Doing Business Champion of 2024 – Awarded by the Anti-Red Tape Authority (ARTA) for its pivotal role in enabling digital trust services that promote regulatory efficiency and innovation in public service
- Cloud Signature Consortium Member – Participates in global standard-setting for cloud-based digital signatures
- Google for Startups Program – Received USD 200,000 worth of Google Cloud services and expert technical support, reinforcing Twala’s scalability and cloud infrastructure
- Trusted Partner of the Supreme Court and other government agencies for digital identity, e-signature, and e-notarization reform
- Selected LegalTech Exhibitor – Featured at SAASCON PH, Philippine Startup Week Top 100 Startups, and Singapore Echelon 100
These recognitions affirm Twala’s position as a leading force in legal innovation, digital identity, and secure electronic transactions—both in the Philippines and across the broader legal tech landscape.
About Lyceum of the Philippines University
Founded in 1952, Lyceum of the Philippines University is a premier institution of higher learning known for its commitment to academic excellence, global competitiveness, and values-driven education. With campuses across the country, LPU offers a wide range of programs in law, business, international relations, hospitality, technology, and the arts—producing graduates who are competent, ethical, and ready to lead in a rapidly changing world.
For more information about Twala and Lyceum of the Philippines University, please visit https://twala.io and https://www.lpu.edu.ph/.
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