Smart Communications and US-based satellite firm Lynk Global have conducted another round of field tests for direct-to-device (D2D) satellite connectivity, this time in the northern towns of Burgos, Bangui, and Pagudpud in Ilocos Norte, areas that face the West Philippine Sea and have limited terrestrial mobile coverage.

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has ordered digital lending firm Digido Finance Corp. to permanently cease its financing operations, after finding that the company continued extending loans despite the revocation of its corporate registration and financing license last year.

The company said its Wireless Consumer segment generated ₱85 billion in revenues for the year, supported largely by increased data usage and the rollout of 5G services nationwide.

E-wallet provider Maya reported its first full year of profitability in 2025, posting ₱1.7 billion in net income as growth in deposits, lending, and merchant services continued to expand its footprint in the country’s digital-finance market.

The Cybercrime Investigation and Coordinating Center (CICC) warned the public to be cautious about the online personalities they follow, saying some influencers with large followings are endorsing gambling websites that may not be legally authorized in the Philippines.

The Federal Bureau of Investigation website is currently inaccessible to residents in the Philippines, a situation some netizens attribute to a geofencing block.

The Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) has confirmed that undersecretary for cybersecurity Julius Gorospe has resigned, but denied reports linking his departure to alleged internal disputes and irregularities involving Asean cybersecurity initiatives.

According to Kaspersky, generating highly personalized images often requires users to provide — knowingly or not — a wide range of personal data tied to their online profiles.

A new online dating platform, FilipinaMeet, has entered the Philippine market, positioning itself as a safety-focused alternative to mainstream dating apps amid persistent concerns about scams and fake profiles.

A stealth mobile application that allows survivors of abuse to discreetly document evidence and seek help has emerged as the top winner of the National Models for Women’s Safety Online (NMWSO) Safety-by-Design Grand Challenge, held on Jan. 29 at Marco Polo Ortigas.

House speaker Faustino “Bojie” G. Dy III has announced the development of a “House Book” mobile application as part of the chamber’s push toward blockchain-enabled and fully digital legislative processes.

The program gives Philippine startups access to Salesforce’s ecosystem, including its AI-enabled CRM tools, expert mentoring, and opportunities to collaborate with partners and customers globally.

DENZA, a BYD-affiliated premium new energy vehicle brand, has formally entered the Philippine market with the launch of its flagship executive MPV -- the D9 DM-I -- positioning the model as a high-end electrified alternative in the luxury people-mover segment.

The all-electric Ford Mustang Mach-E ranked highest in owner satisfaction in the J.D. Power 2026 US Electric Vehicle Experience (EVX) Ownership Study, reflecting strong feedback from drivers after their first year of use.

Geely said the new plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) system was engineered as a dedicated hybrid platform rather than an adaptation of a conventional internal combustion engine.

Ford Philippines has launched the first leg of its Ford Island Conquest (FIC) 2026 campaign, a nationwide roadshow aimed at expanding market presence and bringing its latest vehicles and services closer to customers outside Metro Manila.

Epson Philippines recently participated in a tree-nurturing activity at the Legacy Trail of the Masungi Georeserve in Rizal, highlighting its ongoing environmental initiatives.

Klook’s Spring Readiness Index, which surveyed 900 travelers across nine Asian markets including the Philippines, found that 78% of respondents are planning trips to Japan during the March–April period, while 52% are eyeing South Korea.

A 19th-century photograph of national hero José Rizal, rare revolutionary-era memorabilia, and historic gold coinage will headline the upcoming Minted MNL Summer Show auction, positioning Philippine heritage pieces at the center of this year’s sale.

A rare example of Spanish colonial emergency coinage linking Mexico and Manila will be among the highlights of the Minted MNL Summer Show 2026, scheduled on Saturda, March 14, at The Westin Manila Hotel from 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.