Enterprise tech news and intelligence in the Philippines
PLDT Enterprise, through its innovation arm PLDT Innolab, recently supported the local hackathon launched by the Asian Institute of Management (AIM) which aimed to crowdsource digital solutions and ideas that…
The latest survey by the International Data Corp. (IDC) identified that one of the drivers for AI (artificial intelligence) is improved customer experience (CX). This is the response from more…
The National Privacy Commission (NPC) has invited Facebook Philippines for a meeting on Tuesday to seek more information regarding the numerous reports of impostor Facebook accounts. Last week, Facebook users…
PLDT wireless arm Smart Communications Inc. (Smart) is boosting its network services at the University of Mindanao (UM) in Davao City, one of the oldest and biggest universities in the…
Technology company BlackBerry Limited reaffirms its commitment to the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC) Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) with fresh investments that would enable access to clean water for the…
Fuji Xerox Asia Pacific unveils a new digital business solution, in partnership with M-Files, a global leader in Intelligent Information Management (IIM). Geared toward companies in the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region,…
Mobile services provider Smart Communications Inc. (Smart) launches the Hyun Bin promo featuring exclusive merchandise and bonus data for subscribers. Hyun Bin is the latest celebrity endorser of Smart after…
In compliance with physical distancing protocols, Sykes Philippines (Sykes) encourages candidates to apply for jobs using its newly designed online recruitment platform. e-Recruitment provides fast and convenient end-to-end virtual recruitment…
Vertiv, a global provider of critical digital infrastructure and continuity solutions, together with technology analyst firm Omdia, released a new report on the implications of the shift to edge computing…
Kaspersky is kicking off a series of online talks, created to present knowledge and the latest cybersecurity findings. The first event is set to take place on June 17, 2020.…
Chipmaker MediaTek announced it has successfully completed several rounds of 4G/5G Dynamic Spectrum Sharing joint test, together with technology firm Ericsson, in their Non-Standalone lab configuration. The joint test demonstrated…
PLDT Inc. announced recently that the Asia Direct Cable (ADC) Consortium, of which it is a member, is building a high-performance submarine cable connecting the Philippines, China, Japan, Singapore, Thailand,…
According to a new Kaspersky study, kids have paid less attention to computer games in recent months, especially when compared to the period before the pandemic began. The COVID-19 pandemic…
Government agencies such as the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) and the Social Security System (SSS) have announced a final extension for tax filing and membership dues, respectively, until June…
The latest research titled “An Insider View into the Increasingly Complex Kingminer Botnet” of security software company Sophos underscores the use of servers by cybercriminals in carrying out attacks. It…
Following its announcement of $28 billion investment in building data centers in April at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, Alibaba Cloud reveals that it is aiming at recruiting 5,000…
The effects of COVID-19 prompted companies to shift to a cloud environment to ensure business continuity while the workforce operates remotely. Now, there are key industries that require cloud-based artificial…
While companies have to think of the economic effects of the disruptions, leaders also need to look into the well-being of employees. Professional services company Accenture’s latest research of more…
Now that the Philippine government has eased quarantine restrictions, some companies are gradually allowing employees to work at the office. There are companies that opted to keep employees working remotely…
Video conference has suddenly become an essential tool for business continuity amid the disruption caused by COVID-19. The increase in the number of requests of video software assessment by IBM’s…
Even if the Philippine government is slowly easing restrictions amid the pandemic, the National Privacy Commission (NPC) still calls for privacy boost as work-from-everywhere might soon become the norm. In…
The global health crisis accelerated the digital transformation efforts of organizations. The urgency was driven by the sudden change in work environments that may permanently alter business operations. In an…
The latest data from cybersecurity solutions firm Kaspersky showed only 34% of businesses provide staff with enough information on potential security risks involving company data. Employees working remotely sometimes use…
To support teleconsultation efforts in Mindanao, PLDT wireless arm Smart Communications Inc. (Smart) has extended communications support to the Northern Mindanao Medical Center (NMMC), Davao Central 911, and HOPE Line.…
OYO Hotels & Homes has rolled out its Sanitized Stays in the Philippines badge this month. Under the initiative, OYO will implement comprehensive hygiene protocols and step up vigilance measures…
Researchers at Unit 42, the global threat intelligence team of cybersecurity solutions company Palo Alto Networks, identified more than 300 malware samples taking advantage of the COVID-19 pandemic. Network traffic…
A recent report from Akamai Technologies, a global content delivery network, cybersecurity, and cloud service company, saw a 30% increase in global internet traffic, where traffic peaked at 120 terabytes…
Image from simonsinek.com As analytics continues to guide and drive the world’s response to COVID-19, SAS debuts the final installment of its premier Virtual SAS Global Forum 2020 on June…
As the general community quarantine takes effect in many parts of the country, PLDT Home responds to the increased demand for strong home internet as it extends its best value…
By Elder Panlilio, Managing Director, SAP Philippines Supply chain managers have long been familiar with managing the fluctuations in supply and demand to minimize risks. The arrival of COVID-19, however,…