Uy's rise from a young migrant with a hunger for technology and innovation to a major player in the telecommunications industry exemplifies the persevering spirit of Filipino business owners.
A UP Law professor explained that the current tax system was developed for brick-and-mortar or traditional businesses with a physical location and is not applicable for e-commerce firms.
The proposed connectivity index aims to establish a standard for the quality of internet connectivity in public and private buildings, contributing to the wider national effort toward comprehensive digitization.
The products feature larger, solar-powered smartwatches built to military standards for an easy-to-read, high-resolution display, infinite battery life and LED flashlight.
The launch of the prepaid fiber Internet service comes just a few months after broadband provider Converge ICT became the first company in the country to offer prepaid Internet connection via its Suft2Sawa service.
The eGov SuperApp, which underwent a lengthy beta test before its launch, brings most online government services in a single platform, including the eTravel system which travelers need to use when leaving or entering the country.
Globally, the most popular apps on Android from May 2022 to April 2023 included YouTube (33%), TikTok (18%) and WhatsApp (18%). Roblox took fourth place (7%).