Globe, GoTyme Bank sign deal to boost fraud investigations
Telecom company Globe and digital bank GoTyme Bank have signed a Data Sharing Agreement (DSA) to help investigate fraud and protect customers and businesses from financial crimes. Under the agreement,…
Samsung, Google highlight productivity and creativity features of Galaxy S25 series
The Galaxy S25 series uses AI to adapt to user needs. Unlike basic voice assistants, Galaxy AI learns from patterns and behavior to anticipate tasks.
iPhone 15 leads global smartphone sales in 2024
Apple’s iPhone 15 was the best-selling smartphone worldwide in 2024, according to Counterpoint Research’s Global Handset Model Sales Tracker. Apple and Samsung remained the only brands in the top 10…
Google Maps marks 20 years of helping travelers explore PH
Google Maps is celebrating 20 years of helping people explore new places and connect with their communities. Since its launch, the service has evolved beyond navigation, offering detailed information on…
Teleperformance earns Gold Anvil for TP STEP program
Teleperformance (TP) in the Philippines received a Gold Anvil Award for its TP Skills Training to Employment Program (TP STEP) at the 60th Anvil Awards, organized by the Public Relations…
Ascendion expands AI-driven operations in the Philippines
As part of its expansion, Ascendion plans to train software engineers in the Philippines, equipping them with AI deployment certification.
Globe restricts over 3,000 child porn domains to protect kids
Globe restricted access to 3,096 domains linked to child sexual abuse and exploitation materials (CSAEM) in 2024, slightly up from 3,047 the previous year. The move aligns with its continued…
SariSuki, ACEN boost farm-to-market supply with ACRE project
Webstore SariSuki and Ayala Group’s listed energy platform ACEN have successfully harvested Japanese cucumbers at ACEN’s 81-megawatt North Luzon Renewables site in Pagudpud, Ilocos Norte. The harvest, part of their…
CyberSecPhil Conference 2025 to focus on cyber resilience
CyberSecPhil Conference 2025 (CSP2025) will bring together security professionals from various industries in the Philippines to discuss strategies for strengthening cybersecurity defenses. The event, themed “Empowering Tomorrow: A Cyber Resilient…
Ant International names Jiang-Ming Yang as chief innovation officer
Ant International has appointed Jiang-Ming Yang as its chief innovation officer, assigning him to lead the company’s product and technology teams. He will also head the CIO Organisation, which oversees…
PDRF, 2GO deliver mobile treatment plant to Mt. Kanlaon-affected communities
Through this coordinated effort, PDRF and 2GO reaffirm their commitment to disaster resilience, ensuring that affected communities receive immediate and sustainable support.
UnaCash shares data protection tips for online security
UnaCash, a digital financial service provider, highlights the importance of data protection and shares simple steps consumers can take to secure their information. Cyber threats such as phishing, smishing, and…
Mobile, data drive Globe stable growth in 2024
Globe ended 2024 with steady growth, recording ₱165 billion in consolidated gross service revenues, a 2% increase from the previous year. Mobile services contributed significantly, accounting for ₱116.7 billion in…
30th Critics Choice Awards to stream live on Lionsgate Play
The 30th Critics Choice Awards, which recognizes achievements in film and television, will stream live in the Philippines on Lionsgate Play on Feb. 8. Comedian Chelsea Handler will return as…
Asia’s AI growth faces data challenges despite early adoption
Businesses in Asia are pushing ahead with artificial intelligence (AI), making it a core part of operations faster than other regions. A study by Hitachi Vantara, the data storage and…
Amazon reports higher sales, profit for 2024 and Q4
Amazon.com, Inc. reported an increase in sales and profit for 2024, with growth in all business segments, including e-commerce and cloud services. The company’s total net sales reached $638 billion,…
PLDT Global, stc Group strengthen partnership for voice services
PLDT Global Corp. (PLDT Global), the international unit of PLDT Group, has extended its partnership with stc Group for another year. This collaboration aims to improve international voice services and…
Visa, BSP discuss financial inclusion, fraud prevention
On Feb. 5, 2025, leaders of digital payments processor Visa met with officials from the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) to discuss ways to increase access to financial services and…
Cloudflare partners with Adobe in developing image verification tool for users
Cloudflare Inc., a connectivity cloud company, has launched a one-click solution that helps creators and publishers track the digital history of images across its global network. The new feature, called…
Kaspersky finds new crypto-stealing Trojan in app stores
A newly discovered Trojan called SparkCat has been found in AppStore and Google Play, using optical character recognition (OCR) to steal sensitive information from user images. Cybersecurity solutions provider Kaspersky…
Gartner: Semiconductor market reaches $626B in 2024, led by AI demand
The global semiconductor industry recorded $626 billion in revenue in 2024, an 18.1% increase from the previous year, according to research and consulting firm Gartner Inc. The market is projected…
AMD reports $7.7B revenue in Q4 2024, sees growth ahead
Semiconductor company AMD reported $7.7 billion in revenue for the fourth quarter of 2024, driven by strong demand for its data center products. The company recorded a gross margin of…
Sarah Geronimo, James Reid set to perform at Enigma Music City powered by Honor X9c 5G
The Enigma Music City 2025, powered by the Honor X9c 5G, will take place on Feb. 8, 2025, featuring performances from Sarah Geronimo, James Reid, Arthur Nery, Adie, and the…
Upgrading to a more energy-efficient appliance in the Philippines
With rising electricity costs in the Philippines, upgrading to energy-efficient appliances is no longer just an option — it’s a necessity. Filipino families face some of the highest electricity rates…
BSP mulls over replacing OTP authentication amid rising scams
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) is considering removing one-time password (OTP) authentication as phishing scams and other fraud schemes continue to target bank customers, according to news reports. OTP…
Alibaba Cloud uses AI to address healthcare and environmental issues
Alibaba Cloud, the digital technology arm of Alibaba Group, is using AI-driven solutions to improve weather forecasting, medical diagnostics, agriculture, and education. “Our mission at Alibaba is not only to…
AI drives Alphabet’s 12% revenue growth in Q4 2024
Alphabet Inc. reported a 12% year-over-year increase in revenue for the fourth quarter of 2024, reaching $96.5 billion, compared to 13% in the same period last year. Google’s mother company…
Sophos finalizes $859-million acquisition of Secureworks
Sophos has completed its acquisition of Secureworks in an all-cash deal valued at approximately $859 million. As a result, Secureworks’ common stock is no longer trading on Nasdaq. Sophos, backed…
Huawei’s new audio lineup will be available for purchase on Feb. 7
Huawei is set to launch its latest audio devices in the Philippines on Feb. 7, 2025. The Huawei FreeBuds Pro 4, Huawei FreeBuds SE 3, and Huawei FreeClip offer different…
SEC reports rise in company registration in 2024, credits digital platform
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) recorded an increase in company registrations in 2024, crediting its digital platform for making the process easier. The agency registered 52,304 new companies, a…
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