Protecting critical data while driving innovation with data sovereignty
Data sovereignty became a major topic last year, at least in the Philippines, partly due to the opening of new data centers in the country. Worries about data safety, privacy,…
Growing use of Shadow AI in workplaces sparks security concerns
Many professionals and office workers now rely on artificial intelligence (AI) to perform certain tasks. While many companies encourage employees to use AI to boost productivity, some staff turn to…
Surge in AI use raises concerns about future power strain in data centers
A Gartner report revealed that the increasing use of artificial intelligence (AI) applications and workloads could potentially strain the power supply of data centers. Data from the research firm predicted…
Agentic AI moves automation toward greater independence
Beyond chatbots, Agentic AI is expected to change significantly how businesses operate. It is especially useful in customer service and other industries, as it is designed to plan and take…
Aguda resigns as DICT chief, Ombudsman says
Malacañang has accepted Henry Aguda’s resignation as secretary of the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT), Ombudsman Boying Remulla said during a DZRH radio program on Oct. 10. The…
Metrobank leads Philippine banks in 2026 bond rankings
Metropolitan Bank & Trust Co. (Metrobank) ranked first among Philippine banks and securities firms in the Local Currency Bonds and G3 Bonds categories of The Asset Benchmark Research Awards 2026.…
Samar teachers get AI tools for lessons with DOST e-TURO
The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) has brought an artificial intelligence (AI)-enhanced digital learning system to a Samar elementary school. It aims to give teachers the tools to prepare…
DOST spotlights student’s Wi-Fi machine for plastic bottles
Catbalogan City in Samar has launched Eco-Connect, a Wi-Fi vending machine that gives users two minutes of internet access for every plastic bottle deposited, linking waste collection with digital connectivity.…
Philippine Air Force to get Lockheed Black Hawk simulator
The Philippine Air Force will get a flight simulator and virtual maintenance trainer for its S-70 Black Hawk helicopters under a contract between Lockheed Martin and the Philippine Department of…
Senate OKs bill restricting social media for under-18s
Children below 18 would be barred from using social media and other online services considered high-risk under a bill approved by the Philippine Senate. Companies running these services would have…
Scammers’ e-wallet use in Philippines grows to 73%
Scammers are increasingly using e-wallets in the Philippines, with their reported use increasing from 34% in 2025 to 73% in 2026, according to the Global Anti-Scam Alliance (GASA)’s Annual State…
ASUS launches Zenbook 14 Series laptops
ASUS Philippines has introduced a new Zenbook 14 laptop lineup with Intel, AMD, and Snapdragon processor options, bringing dedicated hardware for artificial intelligence AI) tasks to models weighing as little…
IBM, Red Hat fix over 400 hidden flaws in Java libraries
IBM and Red Hat have fixed more than 400 previously unknown security weaknesses in widely used Java libraries through their Lightwell initiative. The fixes cover older software versions still running…
AI deepfake porn videos grew to 8 million, estimates suggest
(Artificial intelligence) AI-generated sexual videos made without the permission of the people depicted increased from an estimated 500,000 in 2023 to 8 million in 2025, according to estimates cited in…
DICT chief Aguda responds to report of his resignation
Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) Secretary Henry Aguda said he continues to do his job following a report that he either resigned or was forced to resign. Newsbytes.PH…
Fortinet: AI agents need limits on access to company data
Companies using artificial intelligence (AI) to carry out everyday business tasks need to set clear limits on what these tools can access and do, Fortinet executives said during the company’s…
Toshiba expands hard drive production in PH
The growth of artificial intelligence (AI) and cloud services is bringing more work to Toshiba’s factories in the Philippines, where hard drives are made to store data used by businesses…
PLDT, Smart unify loyalty programs with Capillary
PLDT Inc. (PLDT) and its wireless subsidiary Smart Communications Inc. (Smart) have partnered with Capillary Technologies to bring their mobile, broadband, and partner loyalty programs onto a shared technology platform.…
PhilSA completes first all-Filipino analog space mission
The Philippine Space Agency (PhilSA) has completed its first all-Filipino simulated space mission in Batangas, testing technologies and research methods that could help universities develop expertise in human spaceflight support…
HONOR reports 120-unit HONOR 600S order from one buyer
HONOR said one customer pre-ordered 120 units of the HONOR 600S in the Philippines as the company opened orders for its latest smartphone with artificial intelligence (AI) features and 5G…
The Loop X opens first flagship store at SM North EDSA
The Loop X has opened its first flagship store at SM North EDSA The Annex, bringing smartphones, laptops, wearables, and accessories together with spaces where shoppers can test devices before…
Free AWS cloud and AI training coming to TESDA Online Program
The Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) will offer free Amazon Web Services (AWS) cloud computing and artificial intelligence (AI) courses through its TESDA Online Program (TOP), giving Filipinos…
Mercury study finds security gaps in access controllers
Almost a third of physical security and cybersecurity professionals say their building access controllers lack cybersecurity features, according to Mercury Security’s 2026 Trends in Access Controllers Report. The finding highlights…
Demand for guaranteed 5G opens revenue options for PH telcos
Six in 10 Filipino 5G users want a connection they can count on when they need it most, and 36% are willing to pay extra for that assurance, according to…
Agent Computers: Pay once for cloud-grade intelligence
By Alexey Navolokin, General Manager, APAC, AMD Artificial intelligence (AI) has changed what a single person can do. A developer can build faster. A creator can generate video, music, images,…
vivo V80 Lite starts at ₱24,999 in the Philippines
vivo has launched the V80 Lite in the Philippines and boasts a 10,000mAh battery, dust and water resistance, with a starting price of ₱24,999. Pre-orders run from Oct. 4 to…
Globe restores internet after PH-Singapore cable disruption
Globe has fully restored internet services following a subsea cable disruption between the Philippines and Singapore that slowed connections for some mobile and broadband customers. The telecommunications company said data…
M360° PR+Activations plans Asia expansion after regional awards
M360° PR+Activations is preparing to expand into Asian markets, including Singapore, while adding Yale Home Philippines as a client for public relations, events, brand activations, and social media management. The…
AMD Venice CPUs support AI agents across server tasks
Semiconductor company AMD said its sixth-generation EPYC 9006 “Venice” server processors are in production, with computer manufacturers preparing to launch systems and leading cloud providers expected to begin deployments later…
Smart Travē lowers travel eSIM rates by up to 43%
Smart Travē has reduced travel eSIM data prices for Filipinos heading abroad during the holiday season, with its 3GB package now costing $5.75 from $10. The reduction is equivalent to…
Beyond the Box offered up to ₱29,000 in iPhone 18 Pro perks
Beyond the Box offered ₱5,000 reservations and installment plans for iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max pre-orders at its Oct. 1 event at Opus Mall, alongside gifts and…
Power Mac Center opens iPhone 18 Pro pre-orders nationwide
Premier Apple partner Power Mac Center (PMC) has opened nationwide pre-orders for the iPhone 18 Pro series through its stores, website, and new Lazada Flagship Store until Oct. 15. The…
AMD’s new processors allow businesses to run AI agents locally
AMD’s new Ryzen AI Max and Ryzen AI Max PRO 400 Series processors enables businesses to run artificial intelligence (AI) agents on their own computers, with less need to send…
Data security hinders Philippine AI adoption, Synology finds
Data security and privacy hinder artificial intelligence (AI) adoption, according to 70% of Philippine respondents to a Synology survey. They cited these concerns even as more than 90% see infrastructure…