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PH creative sector contributes 7.8% of GDP, but report flags weak IP commercialization

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he Philippines has built a creative economy that is becoming increasingly competitive globally, but the country must generate, own, and commercialize more Filipino intellectual property (IP) if it hopes to become a leading creative hub in Asia by 2030, according to a new report released on June 9.

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BUSINESS IT

Business IT

SEC proposes tougher rules, higher capital for online lenders

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The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has released for public comment a revised set of draft rules that would lift the moratorium on the registration of online lending platforms (OLPs) while imposing higher capital requirements and tighter consumer protection measures on financing and lending companies.
Business IT

PH contact center sector grows to 1.68 million workers despite AI expansion

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According to the Customer Xperience Association of the Philippines (CXAP), AI adoption is contributing to the emergence of new services and job categories across the industry.
Business IT

Asean reaches deal on digital economy framework agreement

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The Asean Digital Economy Framework Agreement (DEFA) seeks to facilitate cross-border digital transactions by establishing common frameworks for areas such as digital identities, online consumer protection, electronic payments, cybersecurity, data governance, and emerging technologies.
Business IT

SEC orders Riscoin, BG Wealth to stop crypto investment schemes

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The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has issued separate cease-and-desist orders (CDOs) against Riscoin and BG Wealth Sharing Ltd., directing both entities to stop allegedly soliciting investments from the public without the required regulatory approvals.
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DATA PRIVACY

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IT News

Digital rights advocates gather in PH, seek greater public role in Asean digital policies

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More than 600 digital rights advocates, civil society organizations, and policy experts from across the Asia-Pacific region gathered in Manila from June 8 to 10 for the 4th Digital Rights Asia-Pacific Assembly (DRAPAC26), where participants called for stronger public participation in shaping regional digital policies.

IT NEWS

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E-SECURITY

e-Security

Sophos says 71% of firms hit by identity-related breaches in past year

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In its “State of Identity Security 2026” report, Sophos surveyed 5,000 IT and cybersecurity leaders across 17 countries and found that organizations suffered an average of three identity-related incidents during the period. Five percent of respondents reported six or more breaches.
e-Security

Converge bans over 72,000 illicit domains; Smart blocks nearly 1B scam texts

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Telecommunications firms Converge and Smart said they blocked billions of cyber threats and scam-related activities on their networks as online fraud, phishing, and child exploitation continue to grow in the Philippines. 
e-Security

Pinoys among most targeted by digital fraud in Asia – report

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Filipinos remain among the most heavily targeted victims of digital fraud in Asia, with phishing attacks continuing to dominate as fraudsters exploit the country’s growing dependence on mobile and online transactions, according to a new report by TransUnion Philippines.
e-Security

Banks urged to use BSP cyber checks to improve security

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Cybersecurity firm Kaspersky said Philippine banks should use the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP)’s new cybersecurity self-assessment requirement to address weaknesses in their systems instead of treating it as a compliance exercise.

E-LEARNING

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Features

First female Epson PH president to retire after 36-year career

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As she prepares to retire after 36 years with Seiko Epson Corporation, Kusama Masako reflected on a career that saw her rise from product management roles in Japan to becoming the first female president of Epson Philippines in 2022.

FEATURES

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STARTUPS | APPS

Startups / Apps

Binance returns to PH via SEC sandbox program

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Philippine fintech firm BlockShoals Technologies has partnered with crypto exchange Binance as part of the Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) Strategic Sandbox (StratBox) framework,...
Startups / Apps

PH group bags global AI award for ‘sari-sari’ store initiative

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Philippine-based social impact organization Connected Women has won a global artificial intelligence challenge backed by data.org and Zoom for a project aimed at helping women sari-sari store owners use AI-powered business insights to improve their operations.
Startups / Apps

Cebu startup rolls out AI-native laundry POS software

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LaundromatAI, developed by Cebuano founder Sean Raynon, is designed specifically for laundry businesses still relying on manual tracking, paper tickets, and outdated POS systems.
Startups / Apps

Cleaning startup pitches on-demand housekeeping services

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Cleaning service platform MOD, short for Maid-on-Demand, is positioning itself as an alternative for Filipino households seeking on-call housekeeping services instead of hiring stay-in domestic helpers.

GAMING

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Data Privacy

PH, Japan ink pact on cross-border data protection

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The Philippines and Japan have signed a memorandum of cooperation aimed at strengthening collaboration on personal data protection and privacy enforcement amid increasing cross-border data flows.

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NETWORKED CAR

Networked Car

Carmakers unveil new EVs, hybrids at PIMS 2026

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Electric and hybrid vehicles emerged as a major focus of the 10th Philippine International Motor Show (PIMS), with automakers using the event to introduce new battery-electric, hybrid, and plug-in hybrid models as competition in the country's growing electrified vehicle market intensifies.
Networked Car

BYD brings Sealion 7 EV crossover to PH market with 542-km range

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The Sealion 7 combines the engineering platform of the BYD Seal sedan with a larger crossover body aimed at families and long-distance travel.
Networked Car

GAC electric hatchback launches in PH at under P1 million

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GAC Philippines said the Aion UT is positioned as a compact five-seater EV hatchback designed for urban driving, with the company highlighting its spacious interior, advanced driver assistance systems, and fast-charging capability.
Networked Car

GAC to launch AION UT electric hatchback in PH this May

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The AION UT also features GAC’s “Magazine Battery” technology, a high-strength steel body structure, and fast-charging capability that can charge the battery from 30% to 80% in about 24 minutes.

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Gadgets

REVIEW | TechLife Pad Plus 2 tablet

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The TechLife Pad Plus 2 is a budget-friendly Android tablet that offers a large 12-inch display, impressive battery life, and reliable everyday performance for ₱14,999, though its LTE-only connectivity and modest processing power limit its appeal for demanding applications and advanced gaming.

GADGETS

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LIFESTYLE

Lifestyle

UP scientists unveil webpage on Pag-asa Island biodiversity

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Called “Pag-asa Island: A Hidden Pearl of Biodiversity,” the webpage features underwater photographs, laboratory images, and descriptions of marine species documented during expeditions to the Kalayaan Island Group.
Lifestyle

Samsung pushes premium viewing with 65-inch QLED Vision AI TV

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In an era where televisions serve as the centerpiece of home entertainment, Samsung’s QLED (Quantum Dot LED) technology has emerged as a premium choice for those seeking an immersive viewing experience.
Lifestyle

Ateneo develops VR escape room to teach Martial Law history

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An immersive virtual reality (VR) escape room developed by researchers at Ateneo de Manila University is being used to teach younger Filipinos about the Martial Law period, using interactive gameplay instead of traditional lectures.
Lifestyle

Study: Pinoy parents upbeat on AI, seek to close knowledge gap

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Filipino parents are largely optimistic about artificial intelligence (AI), but many acknowledge a need to better understand the technology as their children increasingly adopt it, according to a survey by Google and YouGov.

BULLETIN

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Blogs

iTHINK | How new media is reshaping culture and behavior

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Information has never moved faster. Today, narratives can shape public opinion, influence markets, affect institutions, and alter behavior almost instantly.

BLOGS

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