Enterprise tech news and intelligence in the Philippines
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…
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…
PLDT Inc. and its mobile unit Smart Communications Inc. have tested a new fixed wireless access (FWA) technology that could help extend high-speed internet to areas where laying fiber lines…
PLDT Inc. and Smart Communications Inc. are expanding their #BeCyberSmart program to more schools this year to help children and parents stay safe online and understand their rights in the…
PLDT’s wireless arm Smart Communications Inc. has started distributing free TNT SIM cards with mobile data under the government’s Bayanihan SIM initiative, which aims to improve connectivity in underserved areas.…
Mobile services provider Smart Communications Inc. has partnered with D One Legacy PH Corp. to help Filipino entrepreneurs grow their businesses and improve access to e-load and telecom services nationwide.…
PLDT and its wireless unit, Smart Communications, Inc., shared how digital tools can help farmers during the recent Grow Asia Innovation Challenge Learning Labs. The companies presented the Digital Farmers…
Smart Communications Inc. is offering free calls, roaming data, and a crisis hotline for Filipinos in Iran and Israel as tensions continue in the Middle East. From June 23 to…
Lionsgate Play has curated a special watchlist for Father’s Day, offering a mix of movies and series that match different interests, from legal drama to wrestling stories. The streaming platform,…
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…
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…
Telecommunications company PLDT Inc. and its wireless arm Smart Communications Inc. are working closely with local communities in Bantayan Island, Cebu, to help protect children from online sexual abuse and…
As Holy Week invites many Filipinos to reflect on their faith, the film “The Passion of the Christ” remains a powerful reminder of the story of Jesus’ suffering and sacrifice.…
PLDT Inc. (PLDT) and its wireless unit Smart Communications Inc. (Smart) are distributing over 473,000 free SIM cards as part of the government’s ₱5-billion “JuanSIM ng Bayan” initiative. The program…
PLDT Inc. (PLDT) and Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart) are expanding their electronic waste (e-waste) program to help more communities properly dispose of old and broken electronics. The move aims to…
"With vast amounts of sensitive user data at stake, there is a need for continuous adaptation of security measures to protect privacy and prevent breaches," Smart said.
The project is supported by AWS partners, including Databricks, which focuses on unlocking the potential of data for businesses.
The GSMA Open Gateway certification allows Smart to provide secure network APIs that enhance authentication and fraud prevention.
The Philippine Chamber of Telecommunications Operators (PCTO), which includes PLDT, Smart Communications, and Globe, has raised concerns about the Konektadong Pinoy bill, a proposed measure aiming to widen internet access…
Integrated telco PLDT Inc. (PLDT) and its wireless unit, Smart Communications Inc. (Smart), have partnered with USAID, the University of the Philippines (UP), and other stakeholders to launch the country’s…
Smart Communications, Inc., the wireless arm of PLDT Inc., has installed new LTE sites in Saint Bernard, Southern Leyte. This initiative aims to improve connectivity and support local farmers in…
Telecommunications company PLDT Inc. and its wireless unit, Smart Communications Inc., are reinforcing their support for government efforts to simplify processes and advance digitalization. Their initiatives align with the government’s…
Integrated network operator PLDT Inc. (PLDT) and its wireless unit Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart) are intensifying their efforts to tackle scams and cybercrimes in the Philippines. With mobile-based transactions comprising…
Smart Communications Inc. (Smart), the mobile arm of PLDT Inc., has partnered with Adobe and Amdocs to improve how it serves its subscribers across the Philippines. This move introduces a…
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,…
PLDT Inc., with its enterprise division and wireless subsidiary Smart Communications, is reinforcing its commitment to driving industry-wide transformation through 5G technology and Network APIs. The telecommunications group has urged…
Smart Communications Inc. (Smart) has issued a new warning to customers regarding SMS scams facilitated by “fake cell towers.” These illegal devices allow scammers to send text messages directly to…
Smart subscribers can now purchase the latest Honor 200 smartphone through the Signature L Plan 1999, available at Smart stores nationwide. The plan offers users 15GB of data, unlimited calls…
PLDT Inc. continues to push for policy reforms that support the Philippine government’s connectivity goals for Geographically Isolated and Disadvantaged Areas (GIDAs). The company believes that legislative measures are essential…
Mobile services provider Smart Communications Inc. and its value brand TNT have alerted their customers about a new scam involving fraudulent SIM registration portals. These scams are often delivered through…
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