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…
TechLife Pad Neo SE launches at ₱8,999
TechLife has launched the TechLife Pad Neo SE, a ₱8,999 Android 16 tablet with a 10.1-inch display and parental controls, designed for families that need a shared device for schoolwork,…
DICT logs 18,553 complaints after 1326 hotline launch
The Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) recorded 18,553 consumer complaints following the introduction of the 1326 Hotline, up from 6,800 before its rollout, according to its Consumer Complaint…
Age checks for child safety raise data privacy concerns
Checking children’s ages online could help keep them safe, but it also raises a question: How much personal information should websites and apps collect to prove someone’s age? That concern…
Metrobank named Philippines’ strongest bank for sixth year
Metropolitan Bank & Trust Co. (Metrobank) reported a lower share of unpaid loans and growth in assets as The Asian Banker (TAB) named it the Philippines’ Strongest Bank for the…
Why businesses need to limit AI access to company systems
AI agents can carry out tasks independent of human oversight, but businesses need to decide how much access to give them. If a tool makes a mistake, access limits can…
AI SEO Basics: Why being mentioned by AI may matter more than ranking #1
For the longest time, search engine optimization (SEO) has focused on helping websites rank highly in search results. After all, appearing near the top gives businesses a better chance of…
Review: Samsung Galaxy S26 FE packs useful flagship extras
You may want the features of a flagship phone without paying for the most expensive model. That is the appeal of Samsung’s Fan Edition, or FE, line. You keep some…
PLDT expands online fraud checks with three new tools
PLDT Enterprise, the corporate and ICT unit of PLDT Inc., has added three tools to SmartSafe that help businesses check for SIM changes, unusual locations, and overseas roaming when reviewing…
POCO C95 Pro starts at ₱11,999 in Philippine launch promo
Smartphone brand POCO has launched the POCO C95 Pro in the Philippines, which boasts a 7,500mAh battery with a 6.9-inch screen designed for users who like watching videos, browsing, or…
HedgeServ rebrands as HS Financial Technologies
HedgeServ, a global provider of fund administration and operating solutions for alternative asset managers, has rebranded as HS Financial Technologies (HSFT), highlighting its technology platform for automating work and improving…
Gartner forecasts $7.35 trillion in global IT spending in 2027
Businesses and consumers could face higher computer and device prices through 2027 as demand for artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure drives up memory costs, according to Gartner Inc., a business and…
BIR suspends registration badge rule for online sellers
Online sellers can hold off on posting their Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) Registration Seal Badge on their online shops and business pages. The BIR has suspended the requirement until…
Why credit cards still matter in a QR-code world
Have you noticed how much checkout counters have changed lately? You walk into your favorite local coffee shop, and there’s a pixelated black-and-white square sitting right next to the napkins.…
Philippine AI adoption grows 52% as businesses report revenue gains
The use of artificial intelligence (AI) among Philippine businesses grew to 32% from 21% a year earlier, but most users still rely on basic tools such as chatbots, according to…
Discord open to Philippine legal representative after ban
Discord, a text, voice, and video chat platform, is open to appointing a Philippine law firm as its local representative as officials want a direct channel for handling urgent online…
EU, PH gov’t launch AI lab for business applications
Businesses in the Philippines will be able to test artificial intelligence (AI) solutions before investing through the planned EU–Philippines AI Industry Lab, which will support access to computing infrastructure, data,…
Converge CEO urges transparent rules for PH digital growth
Clearer government rules and simpler business requirements could help the Philippines attract more investment in artificial intelligence (AI) and other new technologies, according to Dennis Anthony Uy, co-founder and CEO…
TechLife previews Pad Neo SE, launching soon
TechLife has previewed the Pad Neo SE, an upcoming Android 16 tablet that pairs a 10.1-inch screen with parental controls and children’s learning content. The device targets families looking for…
DICT warns of security flaws in unpatched PHP websites
Philippine government agencies and businesses using PHP for their websites need to check whether the software has received security updates to address two critical flaws, according to the Department of…
realme 16 Pro 5G Harry Potter Edition coming to Philippines
realme is bringing the realme 16 Pro 5G Harry Potter Edition to the Philippines, with a finish that reveals four colors under ultraviolet (UV) light. The limited edition smartphone combines…
HONOR Play 10 available with ₱700 cash-out on Globe plan
The HONOR Play 10, an entry-level smartphone with a 5,000mAh battery and a 90Hz display, is now available through Globe’s postpaid plans. Global AI device ecosystem company HONOR Philippines said…
AI agents bring new oversight demands for businesses
BORACAY — Businesses developing artificial intelligence (AI) agents need to secure their access to company systems and set limits on their actions, technology executives said, warning that even a harmless…
How ASUS matches edge AI and servers to business needs
BORACAY — Choosing an AI server requires more than comparing hardware specifications. Businesses first need to identify the work the system will handle, because that determines the computing power, electricity,…
DICT to open Gov.PH code to Filipino developers
The Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) plans to make the source code of Gov.PH publicly available, allowing Filipino developers to review and propose improvements to the official national…
Business growth starts with rethinking IT
BORACAY — Philippine businesses planning to use more artificial intelligence (AI) need computer systems that can handle new tasks and employees who know how to use the tools. At the…
ASUS ProArt RTX Spark laptops now available in PH
ASUS Philippines has launched the ProArt P16 and P14 creator laptops, which can run artificial intelligence (AI) models and creative tools without a constant internet connection. The new models bring…
Philippines launches e-notarization for digital documents
Filipinos can now have electronic documents notarized through accredited online platforms, allowing them to complete the process through a live video call instead of traveling to a notary’s office. The…
Fastly highlights need for stronger AI traffic controls
BORACAY — Fans who spend hours in online queues for concert tickets may be competing with bots or software used to line up and buy tickets automatically. For businesses, the…
De Claro to prioritize affordable, more reliable internet
The Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) will focus on improving internet access and digital public services under Secretary Robert Joseph de Claro, who assumed leadership on Oct. 19,…
AI-driven memory shortage hits global smartphone shipments
Global smartphone shipments fell a record 22% in the third quarter of 2026 as increasing memory costs drove up phone prices and strained supply, according to preliminary data from IDC…