The Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA) responded to the people’s call for help during the pandemic through the DOLE-AKAP (Embrace) initiative which provides one-time financial assistance of $200 (P10,000) for displaced land-based […]
Microsoft recognizes NTT Data PH for assistance in OWWA’s digital transformation
GoDaddy, AXN launch reality show for Filipino entrepreneurs
GoDaddy launches “Project GO,” an open call for small business owners and entrepreneurs to compete for one $20,000 (P1 million) prize money, in a new digital reality show dedicated to taking businesses […]
PLDT-Smart advocates mental health support for frontline healthcare workers, patients
The PLDT-Smart Foundation (PSF) recently provided 2,000 psycho-social wellness kits for frontline healthcare workers and patients in isolation at various COVID hospitals and quarantine facilities. The wellness kits include recreational materials, hygiene […]
Samsung’s five new devices aim to seamlessly connect the Galaxy ecosystem
In its annual “Unpacked” event, Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd. (Samsung) unveiled five new devices that are aimed to seamlessly integrating the brand’s entire Galaxy ecosystem. The Galaxy Note20 and Galaxy Note20 Ultra, […]
Kaspersky says APT groups continue to update and diversify arsenal
Kaspersky researchers have seen the continued development of APT (Advanced Persistent Threats) arsenals on different fronts: from targeting new platforms and active vulnerability exploitation to shifting to new tools entirely. These and […]
Delivery riders can use PayMaya’s #ScanToPay for cashless payments
With stricter quarantine measures set to be imposed in parts of the country once again, many will be relying on delivery services for their everyday essential needs. To help ensure the safety […]
Sophos shares five signs of ransomware attacks
In a series of articles, cybersecurity solutions firm Sophos breaks down the threats of ransomware and indicators of potential attacks. The security research unit of the firm pored over loads of ransomware […]
PLDT Inc.’s 1H2020 earnings up despite COVID-19 disruption
Philippine digital service provider PLDT Inc. reported higher earnings in the first half of 2020 amid the imposed government lockdowns in an effort to contain COVID-19. The telco’s income is up by […]
5G will drive modernization in the healthcare sector
The global outbreak of the respiratory coronavirus disease COVID-19 has put healthcare systems across the globe under tremendous pressure and highlights the urgent need to advance toward smart healthcare systems. COVID-19 has […]
Aruba unveils AI-powered solutions for hybrid work environments
Aruba, a Hewlett Packard Enterprise company, has unveiled innovative workplace solutions and a new vision for three return-to-work scenarios — returning to the office and venues, working from home and ultimately, the […]
Applying a Resilient ‘Voucher Code’ to the Retail Industry of Tomorrow
By Adrian Johnston, Senior Vice President of Cloud Applications (SaaS), Japan and Asia Pacific, Oracle Corp. Ongoing disruptions around the world have impacted economies everywhere. As countries across Japan and Asia-Pacific ease […]
PH media news anchor Cathy Yang moves to PLDT as the group’s communications head
Veteran news anchor Cathy Yang has moved to corporate communications after 28 years in broadcast journalism. In the disclosure posted on the PLDT’s corporate website, the digital services provider announced Yang’s appointment […]
Alibaba Cloud accelerates globalization strategy with new products, solutions
According to Alibaba Cloud, the digital technology and intelligence arm of Alibaba Group, 38% of Fortune 500 companies have been using its solutions, which is reason enough for the company to accelerate […]
Lazarus linked to malware framework MATA that target Windows, Linux, macOS
Kaspersky researchers have uncovered a series of attacks that use an advanced malware framework, called MATA, to target Windows, Linux, and macOS operating systems. In use since spring 2018, the framework is […]
LinkedIn updates tools, features job seekers can use for free
To contain the virus that causes COVID-19 that claimed thousands of lives, governments have imposed lockdowns, which also meant a disruption in the economy. As a result, businesses closed down and the […]
MediaTek’s MT3729 designed for data centers, 5G Infrastructure
MediaTek has announced the commercial availability of its MT3729 product family of 800GbE (Dual 400GbE) MACsec retimer PHYs designed for the high-speed and ultra-low power data transmissions needs of data centers and […]
SAP survey says 40% of companies uncertain of business approach after pandemic disruption
The results of software firm SAP’s poll saw that many businesses are still uncertain on their next steps after the disruption caused by the pandemic. The survey of 4,500 Southeast Asian business […]
Ookla: PLDT, Smart record fastest internet speed in first half of 2020
Despite the surge in Internet traffic after the country was placed under lockdown in mid-March, PLDT and its wireless subsidiary Smart Communications Inc. (Smart)’s fixed and wireless networks have remained resilient and […]
Manulife webinar provides SMBs valuable insights on business continuity
Pivot to digital platforms is one of the lessons imparted during Manulife Philippines’ (Manulife) webinar titled “Getting Back to Business: Starting or restarting a business in the new normal” aimed at small […]
TransUnion introduces suite of credit reporting solutions
TransUnion launched CreditVision, a suite of trended data capabilities that understand, manage, and evaluate their customers, in the Philippines. CreditVision promises to provide a more detailed and accurate picture of a consumer’s […]
Smart taps South Korean star Son Ye-jin for postpaid plans campaign
Accomplished. Elegant. Articulate. South Korean actress and star of the recent hit TV drama series “Crash Landing on You” Son Ye-jin embodies everything that Smart Signature stands for. After so much anticipation, […]
Trend Micro unveils cloud solution to address Microsoft Azure issues
Cloud security firm Trend Micro Inc. announced the availability of its Trend Micro Cloud One-Conformity to Microsoft Azure customers in an effort to help global organizations tackle misconfigurations, compliance challenges, and cyber-risks […]
Financial sector and intelligence-driven cybersecurity amid digital revolution in SEA
By Yeo Siang Tiong, General Manager for Southeast Asia at Kaspersky Among the obvious effects of this pandemic is the rapid rise of online payment services and digital banking across Southeast Asia […]
Microsoft confirms negotiations of possible TikTok acquisition
Global technology giant Microsoft may possibly purchase TikTok, the Chinese video-sharing social networking service owned by ByteDance, which has exponentially grown in popularity. The announcement of the purchase came after a discussion […]
SonicWall finds 176% increase in malicious Microsoft Office file types
The trend of increase in ransomware attacks continues as the SonicWall Capture Labs (SonicWall) threat research team finds that despite the global decline of malware volume this year, ransomware attacks increased a […]
