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Stock market broker AB Capital Securities admitted last Feb. 3 that its system was hacked last Jan. 25, causing the temporary suspension of its trading activities for its clients. PCSO, meanwhile, denied that its system was breached by a local hacking group.

LATEST STORIES

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BUSINESS IT

US-based software engineering firm opens 4th AI Studio in PH

With the establishment of the new AI Studio in Makati, Ascendion aims to create at least 6,000 new jobs in the country over the next three years, potentially generating an economic impact exceeding $500 million.

Digital initiatives help SEC post all-time high company registration in 2024

The number of new companies registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) hit an all-time high in 2024, on the back of advanced digital platforms that continue to make doing business easier in the Philippines.

Local BPO group says ‘Agentic AI’ is the way to go

Unlike Generative AI, which focuses on content creation, Agentic AI specializes in orchestrating processes, optimizing workflows, and driving intelligent automation that aligns with the structured, process-driven nature of IT-BPM operations.

PH attracts interest in AI investments at WEF meeting

The Philippines garnered strong business interest in artificial intelligence (AI) investments during the WEF Annual Meeting held in Switzerland from January 20 to 24, 2025.
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DATA PRIVACY

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Supreme Court (SC) senior associate justice Marvic Leonen highlighted the need to combat corruption in the tax system, warning that it has evolved into more complex and often unrecognizable forms.

IT NEWS

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E-SECURITY

Stock broker AB Capital hacked; PCSO denies data breach

Stock market broker AB Capital Securities admitted last Feb. 3 that its system was hacked last Jan. 25, causing the temporary suspension of its trading activities for its clients. PCSO, meanwhile, denied that its system was breached by a local hacking group.

Google PH ramps up security initiatives, unveils new feature for Android devices

Google announced the launch of "Enhanced Google Play Protect," designed to boost mobile security in the Philippines. This feature provides real-time scanning to detect malicious apps and prevent their installation.

Converge curbs 183 billion access attempts to banned sites in 2024

The sspicious network activity likely driven by AI, accordign to the fiber broadband provider.

GCash top e-wallet used by fraud victims in 2024, says CICC

The Cybercrime Investigation and Coordinating Center (CICC) received a total of 10,004 cybercrime complaints in 2024, more than three times the 3,317 complaints received by the agency in 2023.

E-LEARNING

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For two decades, it has been helping people around the globe explore new places, connect with their communities, and navigate the world with ease.

FEATURES

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STARTUPS | APPS

PH-based firm unveils mobile-first lifestyle platform

Currently, in Phase 1, the retail module of Gottit is live and offers a curated marketplace of products and services for users to explore and purchase.

Viber launches dating feature in PH in time for Valentine’s

Messaging app Rakuten Viber has launched in the Philippines a new in-app feature called Viber Dating, making Viber the first communications app to offer a dating service.

Chinabank’s new mobile app lets users apply for bank account in 5 minutes

The new "My CBC" app also offers a check deposit feature, allowing users to deposit checks directly into their accounts without needing to visit a physical bank branch.

Coins.ph, inDrive launch first blockchain-powered fleet

cryptocurrency exchange Coins.ph and Ride-hailing platform inDrive have launched the country’s first blockchain-powered fleet that will allow InDrive drivers to earn extra rewards by mapping the roads of Metro Manila.

GAMING

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The study found that Filipinos are 33 times more likely to encounter cyber threats on popular piracy sites than on legal film or TV sites.

FIRST ON NEWSBYTES.PH

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NETWORKED CAR

Grab PH intros communication kit for deaf driver-partners

Ride-hailing app Grab Philippines has introduced its “CommuniKit”, an in-vehicle visual communication kit is designed to bridge the communication gap between passengers and deaf driver-partners.

ADB extends $100-million loan to Ayala Corp. for e-vehicle system project

The $100-million (around P5.8 billion) funding will be used to procure and install electric vehicle charging stations (EVCS) and to purchase electric vehicles for commercial distribution.

New initiative allows inDrive drivers to earn while mapping roads in PH

By updating street maps through custom-designed dashcams, inDrive drivers can earn $HONEY tokens, which can be managed through Coins.ph and converted into peso currency or exchanged for other cryptocurrencies for trading.

Coins.ph, inDrive launch first blockchain-powered fleet

cryptocurrency exchange Coins.ph and Ride-hailing platform inDrive have launched the country’s first blockchain-powered fleet that will allow InDrive drivers to earn extra rewards by mapping the roads of Metro Manila.

RESEARCH REPORTS

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The Legion 5i sits within the Legion Series, positioned between their entry-level Lenovo LOQ series and the professional esport-grade Legion Pro lineup. 

GADGETS

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LIFESTYLE

St. Luke’s Medical Center taps Converge to bring tech into hospital rooms

St. Luke's Medical Center (SLMC) has partnered with Converge ICT Solutions to create its In-Room Digital Concierge, a system that seeks to revolutionize the patient experience by integrating advanced technology directly into hospital rooms.

DOST rolls out first science-travel show on TV

The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) launched on Thursday, Feb. 13, what it said is the first science-travel show on primetime television. Dubbed “Science...

Viber launches dating feature in PH in time for Valentine’s

Messaging app Rakuten Viber has launched in the Philippines a new in-app feature called Viber Dating, making Viber the first communications app to offer a dating service.

PCC study: Streaming platforms offer good alternative to free TV

The Philippine Competition Commission (PCC) has published a study examining the blocktiming practices in the free TV industry to assess the effects to competition of industry developments.

BULLETIN

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The gaming industry's rapid growth in the past few years has made it a lucrative target for cybercriminals. With over 3.2 billion players globally, its large user base presents...

BLOGS

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