Digital transformation remains low priority for many small, mid-sized PH financial institutions — report
In the online survey conducted from Aug. 23 to Sept. 25 this year by FINTQ, the financial technology arm of Voyager Innovations, it was found out that not only do…
Acer’s security products to help organizations mitigate cyber attacks
Acer Security Suite is a complete hardware and software package that encrypts any program file, computer, and user-set passwords and can leverage the trusted platform module technology for secure computing.
IDC: Lenovo reclaims top spot in PC rankings in third quarter of 2018
Preliminary results for the third quarter of 2018 (3Q18) show that shipments of traditional PCs (desktop, notebook, and workstation) totaled nearly 67.4 million units, marking a decline of 0.9 percent…
Former GIC and Grab executive Joins Horangi Cyber Security as chair to harness AI in cybersecurity
Horangi Cyber Security announced today that Kevin Lee has joined the company as executive chair. In his new role, Lee will work on deepening Horangi’s cybersecurity capabilities by harnessing AI…
Total Philippines is looking for promising social entrepreneurs who want to expand their social impact
Total (Philippines) Corp. wants to empower young businesspeople who are starting a social enterprise through its "Startupper of the Year by Total" challenge with a cash prize of P750,000 along…
Sophos’ Intercept X now powered with deep learning technology for quick, extensive malware discovery
Network and endpoint security firm Sophos announced that it has added Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) to its Intercept X endpoint protection portfolio.
PayMaya powers cashless experience in newly launched self-order kiosks at McDonald’s
Through the One by PayMaya Business terminal mounted on the kiosks, customers can easily pay for their meals by swiping, dipping, or tapping their Visa or Mastercard credit, debit, or…
Gartner survey reveals 70% of AI projects in digital commerce are successful
To be able to understand its adoption, challenges, success, and value of AI in digital commerce, Gartner conducted a survey of 307 digital commerce organizations that are piloting the platform.
Sophos offers application-based 2FA to protect WhatsApp from account hijacking
Using application-based 2FA such as Sophos Authenticator mitigates a lot of the risk because these mobile authentication apps don’t rely on communications tied to phone numbers.
Canon brings to PH its first mirrorless full-frame camera: EOS R
From a family that spans three decades, Canon EOS (Electro-Optical System) proudly showcased the latest addition to the brood, the Canon EOS R. The digital imaging company calls it ground-breaking…
Synology introduces compact, energy-efficient DiskStation DS119j
Synology Inc. launched DiskStation DS119j, a compact and energy-efficient 1-bay NAS (network-attached storage) designed to be the ideal first NAS for anyone. “There are many users who are not familiar…
Google shutting down Google+ for good after data breach affecting 500,000 users
The most valuable technology companies are expecting a tumultuous year in terms of data breaches. Google said it is closing its consumer social networking site Google+ after personal data of…
Spending on security solutions to reach $133.7 billion in 2022, says IDC
Image from IDC Worldwide spending on security-related hardware, software, and services is forecast to reach $133.7 billion in 2022, according to the new update to the Worldwide Semiannual Security Spending…
HP ensures security features in place with new products
To limit the risk of virus infection within the networks of small and medium businesses (SMB), HP incorporates security features not only in its new laptop lineup but also in…
Converge ICT strengthens services portfolio with Coriant Packet Transport platform
Fiber internet solutions provider Converge ICT (CICT) Solutions announced recently it has further strengthened its Carrier Ethernet services capabilities with successful completion of MEF CE 2.0 Certification. The certification augments…
Tencent, KKR lead investment in the Philippines’ Voyager innovations
Telecommunications and digital services provider PLDT Inc., global investment firm KKR and Chinese internet services provider Tencent Holdings Ltd., announced today the signing of agreements under which investors led by…
Schneider Electric showcases latest developments to EcoStruxure at innovation summit
Digital energy management and automation company Schneider Electric hosted more than 1,500 customers, partners, suppliers, and influencers at its latest Innovation Summit, held on Sept. 20-21 at Singapore Marina Bay…
IDC: Philippine smartphone market shows growth in first half of 2018 as users invest in higher-priced brands
According to the IDC (International Data Corp.) Philippines’ Quarterly Mobile Phone Tracker, smartphone shipments reached 7.8 million units in the first half of 2018, posting a 5.6 percent growth year…
Spotify launches Google Maps integration
On Monday, music streaming app Spotify announced its integration with Google Maps on both iOS and Android platforms. Users can now enable playback controls within the Maps navigation settings to…
Symantec’s information-centric security features for cloud generation keep Office 365 data safe
Image from Pixabay Cybersecurity company Symantec Corp. announced new enhancements to its Data Loss Prevention (DLP) technology to protect information in Office 365. With Symantec DLP, data is protected whether…
Acer boosts Nitro 5 gaming laptop with Intel Optane
Reporting a 400-percent increase (volume) in its gaming laptops, Acer Philippines further ups the ante by powering its latest Nitro 5 with Intel Optane, a unique combination of Intel 3D…
Seamless Philippines 2018 provided a venue for businesses to learn about e-commerce, retail, payments, fintech
Financial technology (fintech) is fast gaining traction not only in Asia but the world. This is what Seamless Philippines saw when the organizers brought the conference on e-commerce, retail payments,…
PLDT, Amdocs sign new agreement to transform PLDT and Smart’s IT infrastructure
PLDT chair Manuel V. Pangilinan, fourth from left, led the signing for the partnership with Amdocs officials. With him are Amdocs Regional Controller Aviv Sneh, Amdocs Limited general manager Shai…
DAR collaborates with FINTQ in housing program for agrarian reform beneficiaries
(From left): Ecosystem Build and Activation Specialist Christine Mallare; DAR Undersecretary for Support Services Emily Padilla; Pag-Ibig Fund SVP Jun Espana, Jr.; DAR Regional Director for Central Luzon Arnel Dizon;…
Filipinos affected by Facebook security breach ‘yet to be determined,’ says National Privacy Commission
Image from Pixabay Many Facebook users in the Philippines have been logged out of their accounts sometime the past week. While unusual, some took it as just another routine account…
Samsung Electronics wins 49 IDEA Design Awards
Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd. won 49 IDEA Design Awards, including one gold, six silvers and two bronzes, at the International Design Excellence Awards (IDEA) 2018. “With consumer-focused innovation, we will…
50 million Facebook users affected by security breach
(Image from Pixabay) In a blog post, Facebook says 50 million of its 2.23 billion active users have been affected by a reported security breach. Facebook’s engineering team detected a…
National Privacy Commission taps ethical hackers to help secure PhilSys
Image from NPC Twitter account Commissioner Raymund Liboro of the National Privacy Commission recently revealed the government’s plan to tap the assistance white-hat or ethical hackers to help secure the…
IDC says worldwide spending on cloud IT infrastructure continued double-digit growth rate in second quarter of 2018
Image from Pixabay According to the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Quarterly Cloud IT Infrastructure Tracker, vendor revenue from sales of infrastructure products (server, enterprise storage, and Ethernet switch) for…
What’s powering Asia’s stellar eCommerce growth?
By Vaibhav Dabhade, CEO of Anchanto Whether you’re a brand, distributor, retailer, third-party logistics (3PL) company — or any entity that’s part of the eCommerce ecosystem — Asia is the…
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