Prior to being named DICT chief, Henry Aguda served as digital infrastructure sector lead of the Private Sector Advisory Council (PSAC) while at the same holding the position as president and CEO of UnionDigital Bank.
Citing the need to equip government employees with an understanding of how artificial intelligence (AI) works, including its benefits and risks, Sen. Jinggoy Estrada has introduced a bill proposing a specialized AI training program for specific government personnel.
The rules introduce Electronic Notaries Public (ENPs), who are authorized to perform notarial acts for individuals located anywhere in the Philippines and, in certain cases, even abroad.
Nvidia founder and CEO Jensen Huang will deliver the first keynote at Computex 2025, outlining the latest advancements and breakthroughs in AI and accelerated computing technologies.
The announcement that DICT undersecretary for special concerns Paul Joseph V. Mercado was named as officer-in-charge of the agency somewhat came as a surprise since undersecretary for infostructure/management, cybersecurity and upskilling Jeffrey Ian Dy and undersecretary for e-government David Almirol Jr. were initially tipped to become OIC.
Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) secretary Cristina A. Roque met with SpaceX executives in Hawthorne, California where they discussed expanding satellite broadband connectivity across the country as well as other initiatives in space technology.
DICT undersecretary Jeffrey Ian C. Dy said the current approach to the Free Wi-Fi Program requires reevaluation and restructuring, noting that there are cost-effective alternatives than spending approximately P6.5 billion annually to provide Internet access to more than 7,000 locations
This year’s highly anticipated 2nd JBL Cup Golf Tournament, held on Feb. 27, brought together golf enthusiasts from the media, distributors, and dealers for an unforgettable day of competition and camaraderie.
