GoTyme Bank and DOJ forge partnership to combat cybercrime
GoTyme Bank, a digital bank, has partnered with the Department of Justice (DOJ) to boost efforts against financial fraud and cybercrime in the Philippines. The partnership, formalized through a Memorandum…
BSP tests new system for 24/7 bank fund transfers
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) and several financial institutions have finished testing Project Agila, a system that allows banks to send money to each other any time of the…
Huawei Cloud unveils cloud zones in Philippines
Huawei Cloud marked the launch of its Philippines region, introducing the country’s first 3AZ (availability zone) public cloud. At a summit held to celebrate the milestone, “We’re bringing cutting-edge cloud…
YGG Play Summit highlights content creators’ role in Web3
The YGG Play Summit, held in Manila, brought together over 7,000 gaming enthusiasts from the Philippines and around the world to celebrate Web3 gaming. The event emphasized the role of…
AWS supports Grab’s tech strategy with scalable solutions
Las Vegas — Grab, a Southeast Asian super app known for its diverse offerings, has strengthened its partnership with Amazon Web Services (AWS) by selecting it as its preferred cloud…
Microsoft boosts cybersecurity with Security Copilot
Microsoft is advancing cybersecurity with its (artificial intelligence) AI-driven tool, Security Copilot, which enhances security operations for businesses and organizations. The tool leverages global threat intelligence and best practices to…
2024 Wrapped: Discover the music that defined your year on Spotify
Spotify’s highly anticipated Wrapped 2024 campaign celebrates the music and podcasts that defined the year for its users. Filipino listeners can now explore a personalized look back at their top…
Forecast 2025: Palo Alto Networks sees surge in high-impact cyber attacks in Apac
Palo Alto Networks, a cybersecurity company, forecasts a significant increase in high-impact cyber attacks across the Asia-Pacific (Apac) region in 2025. These threats are expected to grow in scale and…
Stay connected this holiday season with Smart GigaRoam
Mobile services provider Smart Communications Inc. (Smart) offers its GigaRoam service to keep travelers connected during the busy holiday season. Designed for prepaid and postpaid subscribers, GigaRoam provides convenient, secure,…
Forecast 2025: iProov predicts increase use of deepfake for fraud
Digital identity will face transformative shifts in 2025, according to predictions by iProov, a provider of biometric identity solutions. Governments, businesses, and individuals will adapt to evolving security needs and…
Kaspersky’s IT security report highlights downtime and data challenges
A new report from Kaspersky, a cybersecurity solutions provider, reveals that managing IT security remains a key challenge for businesses, with productivity losses, complex systems, and data protection issues topping…
Alibaba Cloud revamps global partnership ecosystem to fuel AI-driven growth
Alibaba Cloud, the cloud computing arm of Alibaba Group, introduced its revamped partner ecosystem plan, the “Alibaba Cloud Partner Rainforest Plan,” during the 2024 Alibaba Cloud Partner Summit. The plan…
Del Monte grows digital presence through TikTok Shop partnership
Del Monte, a food production and distribution company, has seen notable growth in its online presence and sales through its partnership with TikTok Shop. Using the platform’s innovative features, the…
AF Payments, Coast Guard roll out multifunctional beep ID cards
The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) introduced a new beep-enabled multifunctional ID card at a ceremony held at its National Headquarters in Manila. This card serves as both an official ID…
AWS introduces new generative AI models
Las Vegas — At the AWS re:Invent conference, Amazon Web Services (AWS) unveiled a new foundation model for generative AI (GenAI), which is meant to enable developers make use of…
Visa outlines payment trends shaping 2025 for Filipinos
Visa, a global payments processor, highlights how the payment landscape in the Philippines is evolving in 2025. The shift includes smarter e-commerce options, connected business payments, and advanced security measures,…
Samsung expands business partnerships to drive innovation
Samsung Electronics Philippines Corp. (Sepco) has announced several institutional partnerships, aiming to boost digital transformation for businesses and government agencies nationwide. “At Samsung Philippines, our vision is to have a…
AWS unveils enhanced and new cloud security solutions
Las Vegas — Amazon Web Services (AWS) unveiled a series of advanced cloud security tools during its annual re:Invent conference, aiming to improve the cybersecurity postures for its users. These…
Globe brings solar-powered cell site to Turtle Islands
Telecommunications company Globe has begun building the first solar-powered off-grid cell site on Taganak Island in the Turtle Islands, Tawi-Tawi, which is a heritage-protected area. The project, expected to be…
Finance app Lista marks 3rd year with launch of The Credit Club
Lista, a financial management app in the Philippines, celebrates its third year with the launch of The Credit Club, an initiative designed to help Millennials and Gen Z Filipinos better…
Kaspersky reports over 140K daily web threats in Southeast Asia
Businesses in Southeast Asia (SEA) are dealing with an increasing number of web-based threats as the region embraces digital transformation. Kaspersky, a global cybersecurity company, reported blocking over 26 million…
AWS sees increasing generative AI adoption in Asean
Las Vegas, Nevada — At AWS re:Invent 2024, Amazon Web Services (AWS) emphasized the rapid adoption of generative AI (GenAI) across the Asean region, fueled by services like Amazon Bedrock…
AWS’ Security Incident Response to address critical cybersecurity needs
Las Vegas — AWS has launched Security Incident Response, a service designed to help organizations manage and recover from security incidents efficiently. Security Incident Response offers automated triage and investigation…
DoubleVerify says AI tools can help marketers address ad fraud
The increasing role of artificial intelligence (AI) in digital advertising has created opportunities and challenges for brands, especially in combating ad fraud. DoubleVerify’s Global Insights: 2024 APAC Report reveals that…
Advanced Abilities partners with HiPaaS to boost healthcare tech
Advanced Abilities, a local healthcare technology firm, has teamed up with US-based HiPaaS to create a centralized health repository. This initiative aims to streamline how healthcare information is stored and…
ACI Worldwide: Real-time payments to bring $323M to PH economy by 2028
Real-time payments are projected to bring significant economic and social benefits to the Philippines, according to a recent report by ACI Worldwide, a global payments technology provider. The ACI Worldwide…
Pru Life UK maintains lead in PH life insurance market
Insurer Pru Life UK has sustained its leadership in the Philippine life insurance sector, achieving the highest New Business Annual Premium Equivalent (NBAPE) in the third quarter of 2024. The…
GCash enhances music tourism with travel insurance, cashless options
Filipinos are increasingly combining vacations with concerts, creating a growing trend in music tourism. To support this, finance app GCash offers a range of services to make travel and payments…
Jobstreet: AI adoption grows in the Philippines as workers embrace GenAI
Artificial intelligence (AI) use is gaining momentum in the Philippines, with 46% of Filipino workers using generative AI (GenAI) monthly, according to the Decoding Global Talent Report 2024 by Jobstreet…
EastWest Bank and MoEngage partner to focus on tailored customer banking
EastWest Bank, a personalized financial services provider, has partnered with MoEngage, a customer engagement platform, to enhance digital banking experiences and better meet customer needs. “Implementing MoEngage for our digital…
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