Telecoms and digital services provider PLDT has finalized the technical and management agreements with a consortium of international providers that will further increase its international capacity and resiliency of its direct undersea […]
PLDT invests in undersea fiber cable to US, Japan
Google launches #ThinkFirst campaign to promote media, information literacy in PH
In line with the 8th Global Media and Information Literacy Week on Oct. 24-31 led by UNESCO, Google and partners launched the #ThinkFirst campaign to bring awareness on and unite diverse stakeholders […]
Swedish audio brand Sudio now available at Power Mac Center
Power Mac Center (PMC) now offers audio products from Swedish brand Sudio. Sound-engineered using the latest audio technology and designed with the usual elegant and clean Swedish style, Sudio combines high-sound functionality […]
Study: Regulatory changes can boost use of mHealth to benefit more patients
The advent of wearables such as fitness trackers allowed people to monitor their physical activities and become more conscious about their lifestyle. It also signaled the emergence of mobile health or digital […]
Centrify’s Free Tier Vault is available now for PH enterprises
Earlier this month, Zero-Trust Privilege provider Centrify introduced its security solutions in the Philippines, which aims to secure modern enterprise attack surface and make the most of Privileged Access Management. Centrify Zero Trust […]
Genietech urges use of tech tools in foodservice industry
Even the foodservice industry now needs to adapt to the constantly evolving digital landscape, according to solutions provider Genie Technologies Inc. (Genietech). Companies now leverage data, the most sought after commodity nowadays […]
IDC: How the rising digital economy impacts the CEO agenda
Over the past five years, International Data Corp. (IDC) has been documenting the rise of the digital economy and the digital transformation that organizations must undergo to compete and survive in this […]
Dell launches SD-WAN solution for network modernization
Dell Technologies announced new advancements in software-defined networking so customers can simplify and lower the cost of networking in today’s multi-cloud world. “Dell EMC and VMware are rebuilding the network for the […]
Gartner: Automotive industry will become biggest market for 5G IoT in 2023
In 2023, the automotive industry will become the largest market opportunity for 5G IoT solutions. It will represent 53% of the overall 5G IoT endpoint opportunity in that year. Within the automotive […]
Kaspersky detects more than 100 million attacks on smart devices in H1 2019
Cyberattacks on IoT devices are increasing, as even though more and more people and organizations are purchasing “smart” (network-connected and interactive) devices, such as routers or DVR security cameras, not everybody considers […]
Samsung Galaxy Fold coming to the Philippines soon
Filipino consumers will be able to get their hands on the much-anticipated Galaxy Fold as Samsung Philippines is set to bring the new category of mobile technology to the country soon. Galaxy […]
Young innovators workshop introduces solutions for nation-building
Spearheaded by the Multiple Intelligence International School and co-presented by Smart Communications Inc. (Smart), the recently concluded Youth Innovation Summit 2019 promotes design thinking through a string of experiential and collaborative workshops […]
NPC shuts down 26 online lending companies
The National Privacy Commission (NPC) has imposed a ban on the processing of personal data against operators of 26 online lending applications, as part of the agency’s continuing crackdown on online lenders […]
realme Philippines to launch 64MP quad-camera realme XT Oct. 29
realme Philippines will be launching at 64MP quad-camera realme XT it dubs as a superphone, which will be priced under P20,000. The realme XT is the first in its price range to […]
Visa sees huge opportunity for fintech in PH
With a few established players and emerging challenger brands, the Philippines shows some growth potential in the financial technology (fintech) industry. “The ingredients of growth are there: huge cash opportunity and huge […]
Study: Robots can extract information from people who trust them
The social influence of robots on people and the insecurities this can bring should not be underestimated. Research conducted by Kaspersky and Ghent University has found that robots can effectively extract sensitive […]
Ericsson recognized for Connected Mangroves project
Ericsson was recently recognized at the Sustainable Business Awards (SBA) Philippines 2019 with two awards: a Special Recognition for Sustainability in the Community for its collaboration with Smart Communications Inc. on the […]
Data analysis can help businesses reduce risk of financial crime
Timely and effective analysis of data is key to reducing the risk of financial crime, according to executives from Fiserv Inc., a global provider of payment and financial services technology solutions. The […]
IDC: Consumer tech spending to reach $1.69T in 2019
Consumer spending on technology is forecast to reach $1.69 trillion in 2019, an increase of 5.3% over 2018. According to the latest Worldwide Semiannual Connected Consumer Spending Guide from International Data Corp. […]
Ensurity Technologies joins Microsoft Intelligent Security Association
Ensurity Technologies, Hyderabad, India-based cybersecurity company, has joined the Microsoft Intelligent Security Association, a group of technology providers who have integrated their solutions with Microsoft products to provide customers better protection, detection, and […]
Consumers can now use PayMaya in the App Store, services in PH
PayMaya is now available as a payment method for Apple services in the Philippines. Customers can use their PayMaya account to pay for App Store, Apple Music, Apple TV app, and iTunes […]
‘Impact Hackathon’ wants to break Guinness World Records
“Impact Hackathon” is looking at breaking the current Guinness World Record in terms of the number of participants. To be held on Oct. 30-31 at the Smart Araneta Coliseum, the hackathon aims […]
50-yr-old store keeps up with e-commerce
When Marlyn Valencia-Rivera’s family started a business in 1964, her family sold only cooking oil and other sari-sari store staples in a stall at the wet market of Cauayan City, Isabela. Five […]
Smart to roll out Google Station for free Wi-Fi in Intramuros, Luneta
Instagram-ready. Tourists now are more concerned about connectivity more than anything else when they go on a trip. This is a new reality that tourism officials are now trying to address as […]
Dell to bring Alienware in PH, introduces new gaming laptops
Dell Technologies (Dell) recently launched the new Dell G Series laptops — G7 15 (7590), G5 15 (5590) and G3 15 (3590) — and announced that it will be bringing the Alienware […]
