Smart tests disaggregated optical transport network in PH
PLDT Inc., through its wireless arm Smart Communications Inc., has tested optical transport network (OTN) disaggregation technology at the PLDT-Smart Technolab in Makati, making it the first trial of its…
Converge highlights technology solutions at 2025 National Retail Conference & Expo
Converge Global Business, the corporate and large enterprise arm of broadband and technology provider Converge ICT Solutions Inc., showcased its technology solutions at the 2025 Philippine Retailers Association National Retail…
Review: Fit in style with a smarter, sleeker Xiaomi Smart Band 10
I’ve been using the Xiaomi Smart Band 10 for the past couple of weeks, and I’m beginning to understand why Xiaomi is trying to position this wearable as more than…
POCO M7 will be available starting Aug. 18
POCO has officially launched the POCO M7 in the Philippines, offering a smartphone built for entertainment, long battery life, and practical features at an affordable price. “POCO M7 blends affordable…
PH comes second in Asia for leaked gaming logins
Cybersecurity company Kaspersky reported that the Philippines ranked second in Asia Pacific (APAC) for compromised gaming accounts in 2024, with around 93,000 leaked login-password pairs. Thailand had the highest number…
LBC Express returns to profit in first half of 2025 after net loss last year
LBC Express Holdings Inc. reported a net income of ₱181.3 million for the first half of 2025, reversing the ₱190.9 million net loss recorded in the same period last year.…
TP works with Comelec to bring voter registration to employees
Teleperformance (TP), a global provider of digital business services, has partnered with the Commission on Elections (Comelec) to support the Special Register Anywhere Program (SRAP). The company hosted an on-site…
Huawei Pura 80 Ultra tops DXOMARK with highest-ever camera score
Huawei has secured the top spot in DXOMARK’s camera rankings, with its newly launched Huawei Pura 80 Ultra earning an overall score of 175, the highest recorded by the testing…
Lockheed Martin expands industrial collaboration for PH’s fighter jet program
American defense company Lockheed Martin has expanded its industrial collaboration offer for the Philippines as part of its F-16 Block 70 proposal for the country’s Multi Role Fighter program. The…
‘Wednesday’ highlights lessons on friendship
Netflix’s “Wednesday,” now streaming its second season, offers more than mystery and supernatural adventures. It also delivers meaningful lessons about friendship, as shown through the bond between Wednesday Addams and…
Cybersecurity in the age of AI: Where resilience must be built in, not bolted on
By Kenneth Lai, Area Vice President, ASEAN, Cloudflare As technology continues to advance at breakneck speed, so are the cyber threats that accompany it. To help organizations understand digital threats…
BSP orders e-wallets to cut links to online gambling sites within 48 hours
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) has directed e-wallet platforms to remove links to online gambling sites within 48 hours, following the government’s request for gambling operators to take down…
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…
Honor Philippines highlights 3-year growth at regional summit
Since its market re-entry in August 2022, Honor Philippines has expanded its presence through strategic product launches, partnerships, and a focus on understanding local consumers. The company presented its progress…
CIBI cites stronger data compliance in push for financial inclusion
Inadequate data remains a barrier for businesses, especially small enterprises, to secure loans needed to start or expand their operations. CIBI, a private credit bureau, highlighted recent improvements in data…
PLDT Enterprise becomes first authorized Starlink reseller in the Philippines
PLDT Enterprise, the corporate arm of PLDT, has been named the first and only telecommunications unit in the Philippines authorized to resell Starlink, offering high-speed satellite internet to remote areas…
SEC cautions public against unregistered crypto platforms
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has warned the public against using online platforms that provide crypto-asset services without a license from the Commission. In an advisory, the SEC’s Enforcement…
DOTr to issue personalized beep cards for students in September
The Department of Transportation (DOTr) will start issuing personalized white beep cards for students in September to make it easier for them to get their 50% fare discount on the…
Maya drives PLDT’s first-half income growth
Telecommunications company PLDT Inc. reported a core income of ₱17.6 billion for the first half of 2025, slightly higher compared to last year. Its telco core income, however, was at…
Acer Day 2025 highlights technology, music, and collaboration
Acer Philippines brought together technology, music, and some of the country’s most popular artists for Acer Day 2025 at the Mall of Asia Arena, with the theme “Break A Limit.”…
Globe blocks 484 million scam messages in first half of 2025
Telecommunications company Globe blocked more than 484 million scam and spam messages in the first half of 2025. It also shut down 5,707 domains linked to child exploitation and other…
Review: Honor Pad X9a is a well-rounded tablet for everyday use
I’ve been looking for a device that I could carry around during press conferences to take down notes that is not too small (smartphone) and not too big (laptop). And…
Kickstart Ventures calls for stronger governance in PH startup scene
Kickstart Ventures, a corporate venture capital (CVC) firm, is calling on Philippine startups to strengthen their governance practices to build investor confidence and ensure sustainable growth, especially as funding conditions…
Alibaba Cloud to power Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games
Alibaba Cloud, the cloud computing arm of Alibaba Group, will provide cloud and AI technologies to support the Summer Youth Olympic Games Dakar 2026, the first Olympic sporting event to…
PLDT, Smart block access to 10 unregistered crypto exchanges
PLDT Inc. and its wireless arm, Smart Communications, have blocked access to 10 cryptocurrency exchanges identified by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) as operating without the required licenses. Cryptocurrencies…
Palo Alto Networks launches prevention-first application security module
Palo Alto Networks has introduced Cortex Cloud Application Security Posture Management (ASPM), a prevention-focused module designed to stop security issues before cloud and AI applications are deployed. The company said…
Metrobank starts holiday season with ‘Happy Holideals’ promo
Metrobank has launched the #EarlyGIFT Challenge and the Happy Holideals promo to encourage Filipinos to set financial goals and take advantage of offers on home and car loans ahead of…
BSP pilots open finance integration with PERA retirement program
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) has launched the Open Finance for PERA Pilot, an initiative to make it easier for Filipinos to open and manage Personal Equity and Retirement…
PLDT sees fewer cable theft, vandalism cases in first half of 2025
Telecommunications company PLDT Inc. reported a decline in cable theft and vandalism incidents in the first half of 2025, which it attributed to stronger infrastructure protection and community-based deterrence programs.…
Gartner says GenAI in procurement faces challenges as adoption grows
Generative AI (GenAI) for procurement has entered what research and consultancy firm Gartner Inc. calls the “trough of disillusionment,” a stage where excitement cools down and expectations become more realistic.…
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