Friday, November 6, 2026
DepEd secretary Sonny Angara said the procurement covers 169,008 Mac-based and 62,717 Windows-based laptops. The package includes 3,646 Mac-based units for administrative officers.

LATEST STORIES

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BUSINESS IT

IMI expands into data center power modules as Q3 earnings rise

Ayala-owned Integrated Micro-Electronics Inc. (IMI) has secured new power module packaging business for data center applications, expanding its manufacturing activities into infrastructure supporting cloud services and artificial intelligence workloads.

Chinese-owned Temu joins PH effort against online counterfeits

Chinese-owned online marketplace Temu has signed the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on E-Commerce with the Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines (IPOPHL), joining an intellectual property (IP) protection initiative amid documented concerns over counterfeit products sold on its platform.

BSP: Central banks must factor AI into price stability efforts

Central banks need to consider how artificial intelligence (AI) could affect their ability to maintain price and financial stability, Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) governor Eli M. Remolona Jr. said.

Electronics drive PH exports to record $9.87B in Sept.

Electronic products accounted for $6.92 billion, or 70.1% of total merchandise exports, making the sector the country's largest export contributor.
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DATA PRIVACY

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Digital infrastructure company Equinix has appointed Ireen Go-Catane as its managing director for the Philippines, effective Nov. 9, 2026.

IT NEWS

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E-SECURITY

GSMA: Scam fears threaten PH digital economy as 62% avoid online transactions

Julian Gorman, head of Asia Pacific at GSMA, noted that Filipinos are relatively open about discussing their financial losses from digital fraud, including on social media. He considers this a positive development because it encourages public discussion, raises awareness, and puts pressure on institutions to improve online security.

NPC checking data leaks following Nov. 5 cyberattack reports

The National Privacy Commission (NPC) said it will verify reports of alleged data leaks involving several government agencies following a series of reported cyberattacks on November 5.

Binance says no PH users affected by $6.34-B hack, pledges to cover losses

Crypto exchange Binance has confirmed that no Philippine user personal information was affected by a hacking incident involving approximately $6.34 billion in digital assets, and that funds are safe, with all losses covered through its Secure Asset Fund for Users (SAFU) and company funds.

Malware targets Windows version used only by Asian gov’t agencies

Researchers from cybersecurity firm Kaspersky have uncovered a cyberattack targeting a customized version of Windows 10 used exclusively by government organizations in an unnamed Asian country.

E-LEARNING

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The proposed laws currently pending in Congress on children’s online safety raise a difficult question for lawmakers: How can they protect children from online harm while preserving their access to information, education, and opportunities on the Internet?

FEATURES

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STARTUPS | APPS

PH Startup Week to connect founders with investors in QC

Startup founders will meet with venture capital firms, technology companies, and potential business partners at Philippine Startup Week (PSW) 2026, scheduled for November 9 to 12 at the Quezon City MICE Center.

Western Visayas startup report flags lack of funding as key growth barrier

Limited access to capital remains the biggest obstacle to startup development in Western Visayas, with businesses struggling to move beyond the idea stage, according to a regional ecosystem mapping report released by the Unified Movement in Western Visayas to Accelerate Startup and Spinoff Development (UMWAD).

OnlyFun.PH rolls out celebrity-led online betting platform

OnlyFun.PH has launched FollowBet x VMX Live, an online gambling platform that combines livestreams featuring Filipino celebrities with real-time betting and games.

Pinoy-built app simplifies Facebook ad campaign creation

Convert PH Inc., the company behind local Meta advertising agency convert.ph, has launched a self-serve Web application that generates Facebook ad campaigns from basic business information.

GAMING

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The National Privacy Commission (NPC) said it will verify reports of alleged data leaks involving several government agencies following a series of reported cyberattacks on November 5.

FIRST ON NEWSBYTES.PH

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NETWORKED CAR

PH automotive customer experience improves as BYD leads 2026 rankings

Filipino motorists reported better experiences in buying and maintaining vehicles in 2026, with improvements in dealership sales and after-sales services driving higher customer satisfaction across the Philippine automotive industry, according to a new study.

Dongfeng rolls out electric SUV in PH at P1.398 million

Dongfeng Motors Philippines has launched the Mage EV, an electric SUV with a claimed driving range of 530 kilometers, priced at P1.398 million.

DTI proposes mandatory safety certification for e-bikes, batteries

The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) is proposing mandatory safety certification for light electric vehicles (LEVs) and their batteries before they can be sold in the Philippines, citing risks involving electrical malfunctions, overheating, and fires.

Local EV sales rise 136% as 14th Philippine EV Summit opens

Electrified vehicle sales in the Philippines rose 136.4% to 38,286 units from January to July 2026, even as overall vehicle sales fell 10.2%, as the 14th Philippine Electric Vehicle Summit opened Thursday, Oct. 22, at the SMX Convention Center in Pasay City.

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Despite its "Mini" designation, the Elite 100 Mini packs enough capacity to charge multiple devices, with features such as UPS backup, fast charging, and smartphone app connectivity.

GADGETS

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LIFESTYLE

LG rolls out 2026 AI TV lineup in PH, prices start at P23,990

LG Electronics has launched its 2026 television lineup in the Philippines, introducing new OLED, Micro RGB, and QNED models with AI-powered picture and audio features and screen sizes of up to 115 inches.

UP Mindanao develops AI tool to grade durian quality

Called the AI-based Non-Invasive Grading System for Durian, or AIDurian, the technology combines computer-based visual scanning, acoustic analysis, and deep learning to assess ripeness, surface defects, locule count, and fruit shape.

SEC offices to get e-waste collection bins under PLDT-Smart deal

PLDT and Smart will install e-waste collection bins under their “Be Kind. Recycle.” program and conduct activities to promote proper disposal and recycling of electronic waste.

PH firm rolls out app-connected toilet with voice commands, UV sterilization

Appliance store Moderno Home Depot has introduced the MHD-4500 AI Smart Toilet in the Philippines, offering smartphone-based controls, automated hygiene functions, and voice command capabilities for P48,999.

BULLETIN

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Online selling has become easier to start. Deciding what is worth selling still requires judgment.

BLOGS

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