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…
Boomi puts controls around enterprise AI agents
SINGAPORE — As companies allow artificial intelligence (AI) agents to use their data and applications, data activation company Boomi is offering a central system for deciding what those agents can…
Southeast Asia blockchain funding reaches $6.2 billion
Blockchain technology companies in Southeast Asia (SEA) have raised $6.2 billion from investors, according to a report from Tracxn Technologies Limited, a data intelligence platform. The Blockchain Technology – SEA…
Boomi: Data problems and high costs can limit AI
SINGAPORE – Artificial intelligence (AI) projects may work well during testing but run into problems when used across an entire company. The AI must handle more information, connect to more…
Fewer Servers, More Performance: The new logic of the modern data center
By Alexey Navolokin, General Manager, APAC at AMD Business growth in Asia Pacific is (APAC) entering a new phase. The sustained increase in data, process automation, and the advancement of…
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),…
DITO Gaming offers priority 5G connection for gamers
DITO Telecommunity has launched a 5G home modem designed for online gaming, offering network priority, gaming optimization, and unlimited 5G data in one prepaid package. The DITO Gaming Modem is…
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…
ShopeeVIP+ bundles Netflix with shopping perks
Video streaming platform Netflix has entered its first e-commerce partnership in Southeast Asia (SEA) through ShopeeVIP+, a new subscription that combines streaming access with free shipping and shopping discounts. Shopee…
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…
HONOR 600 Pro MOLLY Edition now available on Lazada
HONOR Philippines has teamed up with Pop Mart to launch the limited-edition HONOR 600 Pro MOLLY Edition, which will be sold exclusively through Lazada Philippines. The smartphone has a suggested…
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,…
Equinix launches managed network for AI, cloud
Equinix Inc., a digital infrastructure company, has introduced Equinix Fabric One, a managed service that automates connections among companies’ artificial intelligence (AI), cloud, and networking systems. The service is intended…
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…
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