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…
ASEAN AI program to train 1.7 million students, teachers
The ASEAN Foundation is expanding its regional artificial intelligence (AI) training program to equip more than 1.7 million students, K-12 teachers, and university faculty members with practical AI skills by…
New PBSP trustees from IBM, Vivant bring tech and energy expertise
Philippine Business for Social Progress (PBSP) has added leaders from IBM Philippines and Vivant Corp. to its board, bringing more experience in technology, workforce development, energy, water, and infrastructure. Leo…
Nearly half of reported scams in ASEAN unresolved
Nearly half of reported online scam cases in six Southeast Asian (SEA) countries remain unresolved, raising concerns that fraud could weaken consumer trust in digital banking, e-commerce, artificial intelligence (AI),…
PLDT, Smart back online safety training in CDO schools
Cagayan de Oro City will pilot a digital safety program that aims to teach more than 10,000 public school students how to protect themselves from online abuse, exploitation, and other…
AirPods 5 brings stronger noise control to an open fit
Active noise cancellation is usually associated with earbuds that use silicone tips to seal the ear canal. AirPods 5 takes a different approach by improving noise control while keeping the…
Apple Watch Series 12 aims for more accurate step counts
Step counting may seem like one of the simplest functions of a smartwatch, but getting an accurate number is more complicated than it looks. The Apple Watch Series 12 is…
How Apple Watch Ultra 4 measures workout readiness
Working out harder is not always better. Sometimes, the body needs rest, and the Apple Watch Ultra 4 aims to make that decision easier with a new readiness feature. Readiness…
iPhone 18 Pro adds photo authenticity feature
Apple is giving iPhone 18 Pro users a new way to check whether a photograph has been changed, as artificial intelligence (AI) makes edited and computer-generated images harder to identify.…
Apple unveils its first foldable iPhone Duo
Apple has entered the foldable smartphone market with the iPhone Duo, a compact device that opens into a larger screen for videos, games, reading, and work. The launch puts Apple…
Medical AI could support PH healthcare amid worker shortage
Artificial intelligence (AI) could help Filipino doctors and other healthcare workers find trusted medical information faster as the Philippines struggles with a nationwide shortage of healthcare professionals. The country lacks…
Metrobank marks 64 years with ₱24.9 billion profit in 1H 2026
Metropolitan Bank & Trust Co. (Metrobank) reported ₱24.9 billion in net income and ₱3.9 trillion in consolidated assets in the first half of 2026, giving the bank more room to…
Xiaomi 18 Fold debuts with in-house XRING O3 chip
Xiaomi has unveiled the Xiaomi 18 Fold, its first mid-size foldable smartphone and the first Xiaomi flagship powered by its new in-house XRING O3 processor. The XRING O3 gives Xiaomi…
Online child threats spur calls for tougher digital rules
Children face growing dangers online as criminals and harmful groups use social media, messaging apps, and other digital platforms to reach them. These threats are becoming harder to stop because…
DITO WOWFi Review: Not just an alternative anymore
When we moved to a new home just recently, we needed a reliable plug-and-play Wi-Fi connection. I have, like, a 15-year relationship with my previous broadband provider. Yes, we started…
PH gov’t websites taken offline after cyber threats
The Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) is investigating separate cyber incidents involving the websites of the Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) and the Department of Labor and Employment…
PH urged to build AI skills as adoption accelerates
The Philippines needs to train more workers in artificial intelligence (AI) as businesses and government agencies move from learning about the technology to using it in their daily operations. Building…
BillEase expands BNPL reach through Swiftpay merchants
Swiftpay merchants can now offer BillEase installment plans without building a separate payment system, giving online retailers another way to reduce abandoned carts and sell higher-priced products. BillEase is available…
Livestream shopping gains ground in PH e-commerce
Livestream shopping is taking a bigger role in Philippine e-commerce as brands increasingly use creators, short-form video, and live broadcasts to reach consumers and generate sales directly on online platforms.…
PLDT Enterprise brings digital tools to Iloilo small businesses
More than 100 representatives of small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in Iloilo City attended a PLDT Enterprise event focused on using connectivity, cybersecurity, and other digital tools to improve business…
HONOR Magic V6 now available in the Philippines
HONOR Philippines has started nationwide sales of the HONOR Magic V6, making its latest flagship foldable phone available through HONOR stores, partner dealers, and online channels. The global AI devices…
Manulife expands financial literacy program to 26 PH schools
Manulife Philippines has expanded its financial literacy program to 26 public schools for the school year 2026-2027, with a target of teaching 2,700 students how to manage money. Peso Smart,…
Kaspersky: LinkedIn job scams spread cross-platform spyware
Mirage Kitten is using fake LinkedIn recruiters and malicious coding tests to infect software engineers in the aviation and financial technology sectors, according to Kaspersky’s Global Research and Analysis Team…
PLDT outlines customer-led growth strategy at ACC forum
PLDT Inc. is combining connectivity, wireless, cloud, cybersecurity, and other digital services as it seeks to become a broader technology partner for enterprises. The company outlined its strategy at the…
Lenovo unveils new LOQ gaming PCs, Legion monitors
Lenovo has expanded its gaming hardware lineup with two LOQ Essential laptops, a customizable LOQ desktop, and two Legion monitors aimed at new and competitive PC gamers. The Lenovo LOQ…
Equinix to launch AI inference service in 2027
Equinix Inc., a digital infrastructure company, is working with NVIDIA and Together AI to launch a distributed AI inference service for enterprises in the first quarter of 2027. Called Equinix…
Manulife, Chinabank expand insurance partnership
Manulife and Chinabank are strengthening their bancassurance partnership as their joint venture, Manulife China Bank Life Assurance Corp. (MCBL), records double-digit year-on-year growth. The companies renewed their agreement in 2025,…
NVIDIA to buy Hugging Face for $12.93 billion
NVIDIA has agreed to acquire Hugging Face for $12.93 billion, giving the artificial intelligence (AI) chipmaker control of one of the world’s largest platforms for sharing AI models, datasets, and…
DJI launches Osmo 360 II from ₱32,490
DJI has launched the Osmo 360 II in the Philippines, bringing 8K 360-degree video, replaceable lenses, and improved low-light recording to content creators, vloggers, and action sports users. Prices start…
Metrobank rolls out anniversary deals for customers
Metrobank is offering cashback, discounts, and other deals this September as the bank marks its 64th anniversary. The offers cover credit and debit card spending, savings accounts, travel, shopping, dining,…
Western Union remittance services to reach 1,400 JuanPay outlets
Filipinos will soon be able to send and receive money from abroad at about 1,400 JuanPay outlets across the Philippines through a new partnership with Western Union. The service will…
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