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…
Roblox unveils new tools at developers conference
Roblox, a video gaming platform, will allow creators to release their games as standalone apps for mobile devices, PCs, and consoles, giving developers more ways to reach players outside the…
Meta safety issues delay DICT budget in House
The Philippines’ House of Representatives has called on Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg to attend a hearing on social media safety. Lawmakers want answers about harmful content on Meta’s platforms, particularly…
Adobe raises 2026 outlook after record Q3 revenue
Adobe reported record revenue of $6.76 billion for its third quarter of fiscal year 2026, driven by higher subscription sales and the growing use of its artificial intelligence (AI) tools.…
Xiaomi launches Redmi Note 17 series in PH
Xiaomi has launched the Redmi Note 17 series, Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G, Redmi Note 17 Pro 5G, Redmi Note 17 5G, and Redmi Note 17, in the Philippines,…
Smart launches P99 SIM for Home WiFi routers
Smart Communications Inc. (Smart), a mobile services provider, has launched the Smart Home WiFi SIM 99, a P99 prepaid SIM that can be used with compatible Home WiFi routers. The…
Sophos: Identity attacks drive 85% of education ransomware
Identity-based attacks played a role in 85% of ransomware incidents involving schools and universities, according to a new Sophos report. The State of Ransomware in Education 2026 report found that…
Asiatel sets up AI operations center for outsourcing
Asiatel Outsourcing has established AI Operations as its fourth Center of Excellence as it integrates artificial intelligence (AI) into customer support, knowledge management, quality assurance, and back-office work. The company…
How to build a better home entertainment setup
A home entertainment upgrade does not have to involve buying the largest television or installing an expensive theater system. Families can improve their movie nights, streaming, and online gaming by…
Shopee fulfillment orders jump 2.5x during 9.9 sale
Orders handled through Fulfilled by Shopee (FBS) reached 2.5 times last year’s level during the 9.9 sale as Filipino consumers began shopping ahead of the Christmas season. The increase is…
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…
Google Pay now supports Maya Visa wallet cards
Maya users can now add their physical and virtual Visa wallet cards to Google Wallet and use Google Pay for contactless payments, expanding its payment services aside from the company’s…
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…
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