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Aguda’s exclusion from Singapore state visit signaled DICT exit

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DICT secretary Henry Aguda’s exclusion from Pres. Marcos’ Singapore state visit, where Finance chief Frederick Go led talks with AWS, appears to have foreshadowed his reported resignation, which Ombudsman Boying Remulla has all but confirmed.

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BUSINESS IT

Business IT

Toshiba to expand PH hard drive production with multi-billion-peso investment

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Japanese tech giant Toshiba Corporation is planning a multi-billion-peso investment in the Philippines over the next three years to expand its production of high-capacity hard disk drives, a move expected to generate about 3,000 jobs.
Business IT

UK-based Revolut eyes PH digital bank, e-money operations

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Global fintech company Revolut is exploring plans to establish a wholly owned Philippine entity as it looks to offer digital banking and electronic money issuer (EMI) services in the country.
Business IT

Globe urges gov’t action against theft, resale of network equipment

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Globe Telecom and its tower company partners recorded 1,245 cases of telecommunications equipment theft as of September 2026, causing service outages nationwide, the company said.
Business IT

Internet services normalize after PH-Singapore cable cut

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Internet services affected by a submarine cable disruption between the Philippines and Singapore have returned to normal, according to PLDT and Globe, while Converge ICT Solutions said it has successfully rerouted affected traffic through other cables.
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DATA PRIVACY

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IT News

AMD eyes growing agentic AI market with next-generation PC chips

Rafi Ko Teh -
Semiconductor manufacturer AMD is seeking to capitalize on growing demand for agentic artificial intelligence (AI) with its next-generation Ryzen AI Max 400 series processors, which are designed to run continuous AI workloads locally rather than relying entirely on cloud services.

IT NEWS

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E-SECURITY

e-Security

Fortinet warns of cyber risks from shadow AI, fragmented security tools

Jinji Quiambao -
Cybersecurity firm Fortinet is pushing an AI-native approach to enterprise security as organizations face growing threats from artificial intelligence (AI), unauthorized use of generative AI applications, and increasingly fragmented security infrastructure.
e-Security

84% of PH adults encountered scams in past year as fraud shifts to e-wallets

Jinji Quiambao -
More than eight in 10 Filipino adults encountered a scam attempt over the past year, with fraudsters increasingly using digital wallets, messaging apps, and social media to target victims, according to a new report by the Global Anti-Scam Alliance (GASA).
e-Security

DICT confirms defacement of test website, reviews security

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The Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) confirmed on Friday, Oct. 2, that a website under development was defaced, prompting an assessment of the unauthorized access and a review of its security controls before deployment.
e-Security

DICT probes exposure of files tied to cyber accreditation program

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The Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) said on Friday, Sept. 25, that it is investigating a possible exposure of 410 files associated with 48 companies in its Trusted Assessment Provider (D-TAP) accreditation program.

E-LEARNING

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Features

Student-developed machine swaps plastic bottles for Wi-Fi access in Samar

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Catbalogan City in Samar has launched a Wi-Fi vending machine that allows residents to exchange discarded plastic bottles for free Internet access as part of an initiative to reduce plastic waste and improve digital connectivity.

FEATURES

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STARTUPS | APPS

Startups / Apps

Google Maps adds real-time road, flood updates for PH users

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Google has rolled out Ask Maps in the Philippines, giving users a conversational way to find places, plan routes, and check road conditions through the Google Maps app.
Startups / Apps

AI disaster alert, EV conversion technologies win IPOPHL contest

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An artificial intelligence-powered disaster alert system and an electric vehicle conversion technology won the top prizes in the Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines’ 2026 Socially Relevant Technologies Contest.
Startups / Apps

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

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

Pisay Caraga students build platform to track pupils during school emergencies

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

GAMING

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Data Privacy

NPC orders Meta, Roblox, Reddit, Discord to explain registration lapses

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The National Privacy Commission (NPC) has issued show-cause orders against Meta, Roblox, Reddit, and Discord over their alleged failure to comply with registration requirements under Philippine data privacy regulations.

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NETWORKED CAR

Networked Car

XPeng rolls out six EV, range-extended models in PH

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Chinese electric vehicle maker XPeng has formally launched in the Philippines with six variants of its X9 electric MPV and L03 SUV coupe, including a range-extended model capable of traveling up to 1,017 kilometers with its battery and onboard generator.
Networked Car

Kia EV3 enters PH market with 511-km range, P1.898-million price

Jinji Quiambao -
Named the 2025 World Car of the Year, the EV3 carries design and technology elements from the larger EV5 and EV9 but packages them in a smaller vehicle intended primarily for urban use.
Networked Car

Shipping lines ban EVs, hybrids from ferries after deadly Coron ship fire

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At least three domestic shipping companies have stopped accepting electric and hybrid vehicles aboard their vessels following the deadly MV June Aster fire off Coron, Palawan, raising questions over how battery-powered vehicles should be transported on Philippine ferries.
Networked Car

GET expands electric minibus fleet, deploys apps and fleet management systems

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Filipino-founded Global Electric Transport (GET) is expanding its electric minibus fleet and deploying digital tools as part of a broader plan to modernize public transportation in the Philippines.

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Gadgets

Asus debuts Zenbook 14 AI laptops in PH, prices start at P76,995

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Asus has launched its latest Zenbook 14 laptop series in the Philippines, offering consumers a choice of Intel, AMD, and Qualcomm Snapdragon processors, OLED displays, and dedicated artificial intelligence (AI) hardware, with prices starting at P76,995.

GADGETS

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LIFESTYLE

Lifestyle

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

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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.
Lifestyle

Bambu Lab opens first PH store for desktop 3D printers

Jinji Quiambao -
Bambu Lab has opened its first authorized store in the Philippines at SM Megamall, providing a dedicated retail space for its desktop 3D printers, filaments, accessories, and other products.
Lifestyle

Filipino-inspired ‘Forgotten Island’ surges on Google Search

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DreamWorks Animation’s “Forgotten Island,” which features Filipino stars Liza Soberano and H.E.R., saw a sharp rise in Google search interest in the Philippines during its premiere week, as the film also drew attention to the Filipino folklore that inspired parts of its story.
Lifestyle

Emirates adds electric premium economy seats with privacy screens

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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.

BULLETIN

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Blogs

DIGITAL INFLUENCER | What makes a business ready to scale?

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Readiness to scale requires a broader assessment of whether the business can support that growth financially, operationally, and organizationally.

BLOGS

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