Tuesday, September 8, 2026
The Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) is investigating unauthorized access to the Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) website and the defacement of a Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) web host.

LATEST STORIES

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BUSINESS IT

IBPAP forms coalition to seek new investors beyond US market

The IT and Business Process Association of the Philippines (IBPAP) has formed a coalition with advisory firms, property developers, banks, and investment promotion agencies to attract more global companies to establish or expand operations in the country.

BOI launches online platform for navigating investment permits

The Board of Investments (BOI) has introduced an interactive online guide designed to help investors navigate regulatory requirements, permits, and government procedures in the Philippines.

GCash operator Mynt secures SEC nod for P92.32-billion IPO

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has approved the planned initial public offering of GCash operator Mynt Inc., which could raise as much as P92.32 billion.

PH telco capital spending seen reaching $2.45 billion in 2026

Local telecommunications companies have announced more than $2 billion in capital spending for 2026, with the total potentially reaching $2.45 billion once projected investments from DITO Telecommunity are included, according to the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT).
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DATA PRIVACY

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The youngest examinee was 24 years old, while the oldest was 84.

IT NEWS

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E-SECURITY

Hackers claim access to DMW network as DICT probes gov’t cyberattacks

The Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) is investigating unauthorized access to the Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) website and the defacement of a Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) web host.

PLDT, Smart oppose indiscriminate blocking of online platforms

Telecommunications firms PLDT and Smart Communications have opposed the indiscriminate blocking of online platforms, saying restrictions should instead target specific content that harms or exploits children.

DOJ, CICC move to standardize cybercrime data, reporting

The Department of Justice–Office of Cybercrime (DOJ-OOC) and the Cybercrime Investigation and Coordinating Center (CICC) are developing a common framework for classifying and reporting cybercrime cases across government agencies.

DICT, South Korea start $25.6-M national cybersecurity center project

KOICA said the $25.6-million undertaking is the development agency's largest single project implemented in the Philippines.

E-LEARNING

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A faculty researcher at National University Fairview has developed an artificial intelligence-assisted security platform designed to help Philippine schools monitor multiple CCTV feeds and preserve digital evidence during campus incidents.

FEATURES

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STARTUPS | APPS

New PH platform offers paid companions for trips, errands, events

Launched this year, Phriend allows users aged 18 and older to book ID-verified individuals for strictly platonic activities.

Pisay Caraga students build platform to track pupils during school emergencies

Called “Ligtas Skwela,” the platform provides teachers, emergency responders, and school administrators with information on the location and status of students during an incident.

Bistro Group debuts food delivery app with no delivery fees

The Bistro Group has launched a mobile food delivery app that allows customers to order from more than 20 of its restaurant brands without paying delivery fees.

BlockShoals joins FinTech Alliance PH as Binance names new country chief

Binance partner BlockShoals joined FinTech Alliance PH after securing SEC approval to operate as a Crypto Asset Intermediary under the StratBox framework. Binance, meanwhile, appointed Jen Bilango as its Philippine general manager.

GAMING

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Philippine enterprises are increasingly turning to artificial intelligence (AI) to develop new products and business opportunities, although data security and implementation costs remain major obstacles, according to a survey commissioned by Alibaba Cloud.

FIRST ON NEWSBYTES.PH

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NETWORKED CAR

Green GSM rolls out 7-seat electric taxi service in Metro Manila

Called Premium Taxi, the service initially operates in Makati, Taguig, Mandaluyong, and Pasig, covering business districts, commercial areas, hotels, and major transport hubs.

GAC launches GS4 Max hybrid SUV in PH at P1.218 million

The five-seater SUV is available at an introductory price of P1.218 million, reflecting an P80,000 discount, for reservations made until Sept. 30, 2026.

EV group calls for expansion of charging stations beyond urban centers

The Electric Vehicle Association of the Philippines (EVAP) has called for the expansion of charging infrastructure beyond major urban centers, saying wider coverage is needed to make electric vehicles practical for motorists and businesses nationwide.

Former Pasay gas station to become EV charging hub

Mobility technology company CarBEV has begun construction of an electric vehicle charging facility in Pasay City designed to serve as many as 500 battery electric vehicles a day.

RESEARCH REPORTS

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POCO has launched the F9 Ultra and F9 Pro smartphones, equipping both models with high-refresh-rate AMOLED displays, a dual-chip architecture, and a 200-megapixel main camera system.

GADGETS

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LIFESTYLE

Emirates adds electric premium economy seats with privacy screens

Emirates has introduced an electrically adjustable premium economy seat equipped with a full-height privacy screen, wireless charging, and a 4K entertainment display on its newly delivered Airbus A350 aircraft.

After Ice Seguerra complaint, IPOPHL warns against uploading full concerts

The Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines (IPOPHL) has warned that recording and distributing entire live concert performances or substantial portions of them without authorization may infringe performers’ rights, echoing concerns recently raised by singer Ice Seguerra over fans uploading shows online.

NBA, fintech firm Salmon sign multi-year partnership in PH

The National Basketball Association (NBA) has signed a multi-year marketing partnership with financial technology company Salmon, making the firm an official NBA partner in the Philippines.

Bistro Group debuts food delivery app with no delivery fees

The Bistro Group has launched a mobile food delivery app that allows customers to order from more than 20 of its restaurant brands without paying delivery fees.

BULLETIN

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Having capital may allow you to start. Having the bandwidth to make good decisions through the inevitable ups and downs may determine whether you can build something that endures.

BLOGS

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