Concentrix, the largest private employer in the country, has launched iX360, an immersive experience center focused on intelligent solutions, alongside the opening of its new operations site at Robinsons GBF Tower 2 in Bridgetowne in Quezon City as the company expands its presence in the Philippines.

A new financial technology platform called Luvit is entering the Philippine market, offering consumers quicker access to credit and installment-based payment options through an AI-driven lending system.

The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) has again warned the public against transacting with unauthorized virtual asset service providers (VASPs), saying users risk losing funds and may have limited legal remedies in case of fraud or operational failures.

DigiPlus Interactive Corp. reported a 33% decline in net income to P2.8 billion in the first quarter of 2026, citing the impact of a central bank order requiring the delinking of e-wallet access from online gaming platforms.

Under the partnership, VERA Files will act as a fact-checking partner for the CICC’s nationwide campaign against misleading and false content, particularly posts linked to online criminal activity. The media group will designate a focal person to handle urgent verification requests referred by the CICC.

The Philippines and South Korea have signed an agreement to establish a National Cyber Security Center (NCSC), a project backed by a $25.6-million grant from the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA), the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) announced.

Cybersecurity firm Trend Micro has rebranded its enterprise cybersecurity business unit as “TrendAI,” as companies grapple with rising risks tied to the rapid adoption of artificial intelligence (AI).

rtificial intelligence (AI) has reached one billion users in just three years, far faster than earlier technologies such as the internet and mobile phones, according to cybersecurity firm Palo Alto Networks, underscoring both its rapid adoption and the growing security risks tied to its use.

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.

The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) and Land Bank of the Philippines have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) aimed at expanding financing access for startups, particularly those backed by government innovation programs.

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.

Google has introduced new artificial intelligence features to its Google Chrome browser in the Philippines, aiming to make it easier for users to search, understand, and act on information directly within the browser.

Vietnamese electric vehicle maker VinFast has launched its VF MPV 7 in the Philippines, making the country the third international market for the seven-seater electric vehicle as the company pushes to expand its footprint in Southeast Asia.

Hybrid vehicles are gaining traction among Filipino motorists, with early adopters citing fuel savings, convenience, and reduced emissions as key reasons for shifting away from traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) cars.

A long-distance road trip is often the best way to understand what a vehicle is truly made of — and for the 2026 Ford Everest Wildtrak 4x4, a Holy Week Luzon loop proved to be a fitting test of its real-world capabilities.

Lawmakers are pushing to finally legalize and regulate app-based motorcycle taxis such as Angkas and Move It, with a House leader vowing to pass a measure in the 20th Congress that would formally recognize the sector as part of the country’s public transport system.

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.

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.

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.

Automatic Centre has opened a dedicated TCL display at its Sheridan branch, expanding its lineup of home appliances and electronics amid efforts to attract cost-conscious consumers.