Tagbilaran City introduces Cityzen Card for digital financial access
Tagbilaran City has rolled out its “Cityzen’s Card,” a multipurpose ID and prepaid card powered by GCash and Visa. The new card aims to help residents access government services and…
Fujifilm rolls out instax mini 41 instant camera in the Philippines
Fujifilm Philippines has introduced the instax mini 41, a new analog instant camera designed for on-the-spot photo printing. The latest model in the instax series keeps the vintage look of…
SEC revokes registration, lending license of Hi-Fin Lending Inc.
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has revoked the registration and lending license of Hi-Fin Lending Inc., operator of online platforms Peso Wallet and Credit Cash. In an order dated…
Altos Computing unveils upgraded BrainSphere T15 F6 server for SMBs
Altos Computing, a subsidiary of Acer, has introduced the updated Altos BrainSphere T15 F6 server, now powered by AMD’s EPYC 4005 Series processors. The new hardware aims to help small…
Kaspersky finds over 7 million leaked streaming accounts in 2024
More than 7 million streaming service accounts were compromised in 2024, according to cybersecurity company Kaspersky. The company’s Digital Footprint Intelligence team looked into credentials linked to major streaming platforms…
Visa highlights role of financial data in improving SME loan access
Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) play a vital role in the Philippine economy, but many still struggle to access the funding they need to grow. According to data presented by…
Alibaba Cloud: Technical gaps hold back firms from reaching green targets
Many companies may have set their environmental targets, but they still struggle to meet them due to a lack of technical knowledge and proper tools, according to a new report…
Unlicensed crypto platforms fund crimes, says ICT advocate
Unlicensed cryptocurrency platforms are helping fund a range of serious crimes in the Philippines, including online scams and illegal gambling, according to an ICT expert who is urging regulators to…
Lenovo offers new ThinkShield Solutions to help businesses stay secure
Lenovo has rolled out a new set of ThinkShield Solutions designed to help small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs), schools, and other groups with limited IT support protect themselves from growing…
Infinix introduces AI Buds with live translation on Indiegogo
Infinix has launched its first AI-powered earbuds through a global crowdfunding campaign on Indiegogo. Called Infinix AI Buds, the new product is designed to support real-time language translation and deliver…
PLDT, Smart boost resilience with more ISO-certified sites
PLDT Inc., an integrated telecommunications company, and its wireless arm Smart Communications Inc., have added another facility to their list of certified sites under the ISO 22301:2019 Business Continuity Management…
Sophos reports increase in North Korean IT worker scheme across Europe, Asia
Cybersecurity firm Sophos has revealed new developments in a long-running scheme involving fraudulent IT workers linked to North Korea. Known as Nickel Tapestry, the group has reportedly widened its operations…
Accenture: AI shaping next phase of autonomy and trust
Accenture’s Technology Vision 2025 report shows that 69% of executives see AI’s fast development as a sign that organizations must rethink how they design and operate their technology systems. As…
Schneider Electric sees growing role in driving innovation in the Philippines
Schneider Electric, an energy management and automation company, continues to expand its role in the Philippines, with 3,500 employees supporting operations across Southeast Asia, Europe, and North America. “We believe…
Plastic Bank offers new way to earn and save through plastic waste
Plastic Bank, a social fintech company, has disbursed about P2 million in cash to plastic collectors in the Philippines since it began operations a decade ago. The group works closely…
Xiaomi unveils YU7 electric SUV
Xiaomi has officially launched the YU7, its first electric SUV and second vehicle under its electric vehicle (EV) brand. The Xiaomi YU7 is built from scratch and is not simply…
inDrive, SeaOil partner to provide fuel perks and support for drivers
inDrive, a ride-hailing platform operating in over 48 countries, has partnered with independent fuel provider SeaOil Philippines to offer added support for Filipino drivers. The tie-up was officially announced during…
DoubleVerify: Connected TV ad growth continues amid transparency issues
New data from DoubleVerify, a software company focused on digital media measurement and analytics, shows that connected TV (CTV) advertising impressions grew 66% in 2024 compared to the previous year.…
DOTr and GCash roll out QRPH payments at all MRT-3 stations
The Department of Transportation (DOTr) and fintech app GCash have introduced QRPH cashless payments at all 13 stations of MRT-3, giving commuters an easier way to buy single-journey tickets. Passengers…
SEC revokes Digido Finance’s license for operating unregistered branches
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has cancelled the corporate registration and financing license of Digido Finance Corp. for opening and running four branches without the necessary approval. Digido Finance…
Honor, Phinma Foundation support students with tablet donation
Honor Philippines and the Phinma Foundation donated 25 Honor Pad X9a tablets to student scholars during a recent event held at the Philippine Normal University in Manila. The donation is…
Microsoft Copilot now available on Viber for users in the Philippines
Microsoft’s AI companion, Copilot, is now accessible on Viber, allowing users in the Philippines to get help with tasks, questions, and creative ideas without leaving the messaging app. From generating…
Huawei launches Watch Fit 4 Series in PH starting at ₱6,499
Huawei has launched the Watch Fit 4 Series in the Philippines, offering new fitness and outdoor features starting at ₱6,499. The Huawei Watch Fit 4 weighs 27g and is only…
5G use fuels growth in Smart mobile data users, traffic in Q1 2025
Smart Communications Inc., the wireless unit of PLDT Inc., reported a rise in mobile data users and 5G data traffic in the first quarter of 2025, driven by higher 5G…
Billease, Maya to offer BNPL via QRPh, POS terminals
Digital finance platform Billease partnered with Maya Business, a digital payments provider, to allow shoppers to use Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) at stores and online using QRPh and point-of-sale…
MediaTek outlines AI roadmap linking on-device and cloud systems
MediaTek, a Taiwan-based semiconductor firm, used its annual showcase to outline a “from edge to cloud” plan for artificial intelligence. “These comprehensive solutions from edge to cloud demonstrate our cutting-edge…
YouTube strategy helps McDonald’s PH drive Chicken McDo sales
McDonald’s Philippines turned to YouTube to help promote its bigger, crispier, juicier Chicken McDo during the 2024 holiday season, showing how a focused digital campaign could bring in results for…
Alibaba open-sources AI video model for creators
Alibaba has released Wan2.1-VACE, an open-source model designed to simplify video creation and editing. This tool is part of Alibaba’s Wan2.1 series and brings together several video processing functions in…
Ninja Van, Security Bank join forces to support MSMEs
Ninja Van Philippines has partnered with Security Bank to help micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) grow by combining access to financial services and logistics solutions. Through a two-way referral…
Acer introduces ProCreator monitors, portable screens, and LED projectors
Acer has introduced a range of new devices for creative professionals and mobile users, including its ProCreator Series monitors, portable displays, and compact LED projectors. The new ProCreator monitors are…
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