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The suspect, a Malaysian national identified as Thiang Choon Wee, is believed to be the head of a syndicate that has been supplying IMSI catchers used in text scams.

LATEST STORIES

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BUSINESS IT

PH, South Korea ink tie-up for digital transformation and innovation

The three projects that will be pursued under the partnership include the National Communications Satellite Roadmap, Philippine E-Government Master Plan, and the Integrated Data Center Implementation Plan.

New OIC named at IPOPHL as term of current chief ends

The designation of Nathaniel S. Arevalo as OIC comes following the end of term of former director general Rowel S. Barba, effective Dec. 31, 2024.

ePLDT preparing for AI surge with pioneering ‘GPU-as-a-Service’

Vitro Inc., the data center arm of telco giant PLDT, also announced that its flagship data center Vitro Sta. Rosa in Laguna is now open for business with a similar facility expected to be erected soon within the Southern Luzon area.

Amid AI onslaught, BPO group calls on PH gov’t to upskill workforce

The IT & Business Process Association of the Philippines (IBPAP) has called for proactive efforts to prepare the local workforce for the transformative opportunities and challenges presented by artificial intelligence (AI).
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DATA PRIVACY

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The Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines (IPOPHL) announced on Tuesday, Jan. 21, the appointment of Brigitte M. da Costa-Villaluz as its new director-general.

IT NEWS

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E-SECURITY

PH is 2nd most attacked country for DDoS, says Cloudfare report

Neighboring country Singapore also came out as the third largest source of DDoS attacks globally during the same period.

PH gov’t nabs Malaysian supplier of device used for text scams

The suspect, a Malaysian national identified as Thiang Choon Wee, is believed to be the head of a syndicate that has been supplying IMSI catchers used in text scams.

Report claims NBI hit by massive data breach

A report published on Sunday, Jan. 19, by cybersecurity news blog kukublanph has claimed that the online database of the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) was pilfered, leading to a massive data breach.

CICC says banks not reporting losses of clients from crypto scams

The Cybercrime Investigation and Coordinating Center (CICC) has warned the public against the surge of cryptocurrency investment scams this Christmas season, saying banks have...

E-LEARNING

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Ateneo de Manila University researchers have found that using Internet memes to teach science can significantly improve learning outcomes for senior high school students.

FEATURES

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STARTUPS | APPS

Coins.ph, inDrive launch first blockchain-powered fleet

cryptocurrency exchange Coins.ph and Ride-hailing platform inDrive have launched the country’s first blockchain-powered fleet that will allow InDrive drivers to earn extra rewards by mapping the roads of Metro Manila.

With higher demand seen in Q4, foodpanda unveils Christmas initiatives

foodpanda Philippines managing director Daniel Jaramillo sees the period as an opportunity to highlight how the platform can offer convenience to customers while creating more opportunities for its partners.

Lazada PH says AI-powered chatbot fueled its growth this year

Lazada, one of the top online shopping apps in the country, has reported an increase in customer engagement and an improved e-commerce experience with the integration of Lazzie, its AI-powered chatbot.

AI-powered app for balanced eating habits wins top prize in PH hackathon

Sustancia, an AI-powered app that fosters balanced eating habits and provides city-wide nutrition insights, won the grand prize in a hackathon held recently at the Google Philippines office in Bonifacio Global City, Taguig City.

GAMING

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The study found that Filipinos are 33 times more likely to encounter cyber threats on popular piracy sites than on legal film or TV sites.

FIRST ON NEWSBYTES.PH

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NETWORKED CAR

New initiative allows inDrive drivers to earn while mapping roads in PH

By updating street maps through custom-designed dashcams, inDrive drivers can earn $HONEY tokens, which can be managed through Coins.ph and converted into peso currency or exchanged for other cryptocurrencies for trading.

Coins.ph, inDrive launch first blockchain-powered fleet

cryptocurrency exchange Coins.ph and Ride-hailing platform inDrive have launched the country’s first blockchain-powered fleet that will allow InDrive drivers to earn extra rewards by mapping the roads of Metro Manila.

Grab PH breaks ground for new one-hectare hub in Marikina

The Grab Asenso Center will support livelihood creation, digital adoption, and upskilling for Grab and Move It partners.

Senate probe on TNVS surge fees sought as LTRFB set to issue circular

Sen. Raffy Tulfo said he will file a resolution seeking an investigation over surge fees imposed by Transportation Network Vehicle Services (TNVS) including Grab Philippines, especially amid the holiday season.

RESEARCH REPORTS

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This year, Samsung further enhanced its proprietary Galaxy AI through the introduction of One UI 7, which promises a more intuitive user experience. 

GADGETS

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LIFESTYLE

New flagship website brings ABS-CBN content under one roof

Broadcast giant ABS-CBN has launched its new website that is designed to provide audiences worldwide with an all-in-one digital experience as the site integrates breaking news, entertainment, lifestyle, and sports updates.

Samsung PH, UnionBank roll out app-based financing program

In order to make its range of gadgets and electronics more accessible to the Filipino market, Samsung Philippines has partnered with Union Bank to launch Samsung Finance+, an app-based financing program. 

Google PH reveals top search terms in 2024

Internet giant Google has released its annual “Year in Search” for the Philippines, with 6 of the top 10 overall search terms being news while three were related to AI.

Lazada PH says AI-powered chatbot fueled its growth this year

Lazada, one of the top online shopping apps in the country, has reported an increase in customer engagement and an improved e-commerce experience with the integration of Lazzie, its AI-powered chatbot.

BULLETIN

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Recently, the government passed a law that criminalized "money mule-ing" activities -- the Anti-Financial Account Scamming Act (AFASA). Through this policy reform, a person found guilty of acting as money mule will be penalized.

BLOGS

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