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.…
Google rolls out Gemini Storybook
Google has introduced Gemini Storybook, a new feature in the Gemini app that allows parents and children to create customized, interactive storybooks using text and image prompts. The tool uses…
Huawei launches Huawei Pura 80 Ultra and Huawei Pura 80 Pro in PH
Huawei Philippines has launched the Huawei Pura 80 Ultra and Huawei Pura 80 Pro, now open for pre-orders in the country. Prices start at ₱59,999 for the Pura 80 Pro,…
Nibertex secures $7M to expand production of waterproof textiles
Nibertex, a deep-tech manufacturing company specializing in PFAS-free waterproof and breathable textile membranes, has raised $7 million in its Series A funding round. The investment was led by Southeast Asian…
TECNO, DITO offer gaming phone bundle with prepaid SIM
TECNO Mobile and DITO Telecommunity have partnered to offer a gaming bundle designed for mobile gamers looking for speed, power, and reliable connectivity at a competitive price. The package includes…
LG unveils new xboom speaker lineup with AI Smart Sound
LG Electronics launched its latest xboom by will.i.am speakers in the Philippines during the Pop Goes Boom event at Xylo at the Palace in Bonifacio Global City. The night combined…
TCL, Abenson launch 115-inch C7K QD-Mini LED TV
TCL Electronics, in partnership with appliance retailer Abenson, has launched the 115-inch TCL C7K Premium QD-Mini LED TV, which the companies say offers a cinema-like experience at home through its…
New mobile brand KiQ aims to connect with Gen Z users
Smart Communications has introduced KiQ (pronounced “kick”), a new mobile brand designed for Generation Z users, whose spending power is expected to grow in the coming years. KiQ is a…
Shopee launches MSME training program in Mandaluyong
E-commerce platform Shopee Philippines has launched its “Tatak Pinoy 2025” training program to help micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) improve and digitalize their businesses. The nationwide program, held in…
AMD enables OpenAI GPT-OSS models on Ryzen AI processors, Radeon graphics
OpenAI has introduced its first open-weight language models, GPT-OSS 20B and GPT-OSS 120B, designed for local AI processing. The release includes a 116.8 billion parameter model, referred to as 120B,…
BPI, McDonald’s launch app tie-up with in-store deals
The Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI) has partnered with McDonald’s Philippines to launch an in-store campaign that links mobile payments with customer rewards. The collaboration allows customers to access…
Bant.AI app wins hackathon for detecting harmful online content
A student team from Silliman University in Dumaguete City won the top award at the first Can You HackIT hackathon in Cebu City with their project, Bant.AI, an application that…
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