Ipsos study finds technology driving gig economy growth in the Philippines
Technology and digital platforms are shaping the rise of the gig economy in the Philippines, according to a new study by market research firm Ipsos, which is expanding its presence…
Samsung opens applications for Solve for Tomorrow 2025
Technology company Samsung is now accepting entries for its Solve for Tomorrow program in the Philippines, making its third run in the country and the 15th year of the global…
PLDT Home grows fiber subscribers, reports ₱30.4B revenue in first half
PLDT Home reported revenues of ₱30.4 billion in the first half of 2025, up 4% year-on-year, as it continued to expand its fiber business. Fiber-only revenues increased 7% to ₱29.5…
University in Eastern Visayas opens forest innovation center
Visayas State University (VSU) in Baybay City, Leyte, has opened a new facility that will serve as a research and training hub for forest-based products in Eastern Visayas. The Forest…
Converge Global Business offers cyber resiliency bundle for enterprises
Converge Global Business, the corporate and large enterprise unit of broadband provider Converge, has introduced its Cyber Resiliency Bundle, a package designed to combine connectivity and cybersecurity tools for organizations.…
Government arrests suspects in illegal online gambling case
The Cybercrime Investigation and Coordinating Center (CICC), the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO), and the Philippine National Police (PNP) arrested seven suspects in Batasan, Quezon City, for alleged involvement in…
DICT seeks ₱18.9-B budget for 2026
The Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) has asked Congress for a ₱18.9 billion budget for 2026 to support digital infrastructure, cybersecurity, and e-government initiatives. Secretary Henry Aguda made…
Globe secures ₱5-billion loan from Bank of Commerce
Telecommunications company Globe signed a ₱5 billion term loan agreement with Bank of Commerce to support its capital spending, debt refinancing, and other corporate needs. Globe has set its capital…
Ken Lerona: At the crossroads of innovation, communication & nation building
For Ken Lerona, founding Cornelius Magnate Engagement & Consulting wasn’t about chasing titles — it was about merging insights from boardrooms and public markets, from corporate offices in Metro Manila…
Samsung Galaxy Watch8 Series adds new health and fitness tracking features
The Samsung Galaxy Watch8 Series is now available with features aimed at supporting health, fitness, and daily routines. The lineup includes the Galaxy Watch8, Galaxy Watch8 Classic, and Galaxy Watch…
Power Mac Center, ADAM elements set accessory showcase at Power Plant Mall
Power Mac Center is partnering with ADAM elements to stage the “Plug Into Power” showcase from Sept. 19 to 21 at Power Plant Mall in Makati. The event will highlight…
Huawei Pura 80 now available in the Philippines for ₱47,999
Huawei has released the Huawei Pura 80 in the Philippines, offering a mix of design, durability, and advanced imaging features. Priced at ₱47,999, the smartphone is now available in Black,…
GCash offers flexible bill and expense payments with GCredit
Fintech firm GCash has expanded its financial services with GCredit, a credit line powered by digital bank CIMB that helps users manage daily expenses and bills without relying on credit…
Beko Philippines, PCX Markets achieve 100% plastic waste recovery in 2024
Beko Philippines, in partnership with PCX Markets, reported that it reclaimed and recycled more than 39,000 kilograms of plastic waste in 2024. The collaboration, which started in 2023, allowed the…
VITRO reports 36% growth in colocation revenues
VITRO Inc., the data center unit of the PLDT Group and a subsidiary of ePLDT, reported a 36% year-on-year increase in colocation revenues in the first half of 2025. The…
Redmi 15C now available in the Philippines
Xiaomi has launched the Redmi 15C in the Philippines, offering a large display, long battery life, and added features designed for everyday use. The smartphone features a slim build with…
AXA Philippines offers Asset Master for inheritance planning
Insurance and financial services provider AXA Philippines is putting the spotlight on its Asset Master product, a single-pay insurance and investment plan designed to help Filipinos protect their assets and…
Government, private sector roll out Unified 911 emergency system
The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) and the Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP), in partnership with telecommunications company PLDT Inc. (PLDT), have launched the Unified 911 emergency…
FreshIN series pushes TCL to top of global sales rankings
A report from Sunpower Consulting Group showed that TCL Fresh Air air conditioners ranked first in global sales in 2024. The company’s FreshIN series contributed largely to this growth, strengthening…
Bosch, Alibaba expand partnership on AI and cloud innovation
Bosch, a global supplier of technology and services, and Alibaba Group, a technology company focused on e-commerce and cloud computing, have expanded their strategic partnership to support digital transformation through…
Home Credit reports ₱10 billion in smartphone loans for 2024
Financial services company Home Credit Philippines (HCPH) said it has released ₱10 billion in loans for smartphones in 2024, with iPhone remaining a top choice for many customers. The company…
mWell rolls out digital health ID in the Philippines
mWell, the digital healthcare arm of Metro Pacific Investments Corp. (MPIC), has launched the mWell Health ID, a digital health identity that allows Filipinos to carry their medical records through…
Security Bank strengthens support for MSMEs with tailored banking solutions
Micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) account for 99.5% of businesses in the Philippines and employ more than 60% of the workforce, yet many continue to face challenges such as…
Huawei tops global wearable market in Q2 2025
Technology company Huawei captured the largest share of the global wearable market in the second quarter of 2025, according to the latest report from research firm International Data Corp. (IDC).…
Samsung launches Galaxy A17 and A07 in the Philippines
Samsung Electronics has released two new models in its Galaxy A Series: the Galaxy A17, available in 5G and LTE versions, and the Galaxy A07 LTE. Both devices are positioned…
IBM study shows sports fans turning to AI-powered digital content
Sports fans around the world are seeking more digital content to stay engaged, and many see artificial intelligence (AI) as central to that shift, according to new research commissioned by…
HID offers passwordless authentication to support BSP compliance
HID, a company that provides secure identity solutions, announced the availability of its updated FIDO-certified authentication solutions in the Philippines, to help financial institutions and enterprises comply with the Bangko…
Lenovo unveils new Legion gaming devices, AI tablets, and software updates
Lenovo introduced its latest gaming devices, consumer tablets, and software during Lenovo Innovation World 2025. The launch featured new AMD-powered Legion and LOQ products, updated monitors, and AI-powered features aimed…
Huawei FreeBuds SE 4 ANC is now available for ₱1,799
Huawei has released the FreeBuds SE 4 ANC in the Philippines, offering active noise cancellation (ANC) and longer battery life at a budget-friendly price. The wireless earbuds feature 50 dB…
Malayan Insurance maintains rating from AM Best amid industry challenges
Malayan Insurance Co., Inc. (Malayan) has received a reaffirmed Financial Strength Rating (FSR) of B++ (Good) from AM Best for the 21st consecutive year. The insurer also holds a Philippines…
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