Artificial intelligence (AI) and digital platforms are changing how creative works are produced, distributed, and monetized across Southeast Asia, while raising concerns over intellectual property rights, authenticity, and jobs, according to a study by the Asean Business Advisory Council (Asean-BAC).
Samsung Electronics Philippines has introduced a range of large-screen televisions measuring up to 100 inches, combining artificial intelligence-powered picture and sound processing with gaming, fitness, and smart-home features.
The Philippine gambling industry is facing weaker revenues, technological disruption, and tighter regulatory scrutiny after years of rapid expansion, industry officials said at the Inside Asian Gaming Academy Summit.
The lineup comprises the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G, Redmi Note 17 Pro 5G, Redmi Note 17 5G, and Redmi Note 17. Prices start at P13,999 for the standard model and reach P28,999 for the top-tier Pro Max.
Apple has introduced the AirPods 5, Apple Watch Series 12, and Apple Watch Ultra 4 alongside its new iPhone lineup, adding AI-powered audio functions and expanded health-monitoring capabilities to its wearable devices.
The iPhone Duo was announced alongside the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max, with all three devices running on Apple’s new A20 Pro processor and iOS 27.
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.
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.
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.
Cross-border remittance company Western Union has partnered with Philippine financial services provider JuanPay to offer international money transfers through about 1,400 outlets nationwide.
