The SC introduced key reforms to expand access to videoconferencing, particularly for digitally disadvantaged individuals, and to enable wider participation by individuals abroad.
Data from Ookla’s Speedtest Intelligence shows that Starlink now accounts for more than 97% of global satellite broadband usage, with the Philippines emerging as one of its top six markets worldwide in terms of user activity and testing volume.
Undersecretary Renato “Aboy” Paraiso has formally assumed office as executive director of the Cybercrime Investigation and Coordinating Center (CICC), while the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) also welcomed Julius Gorospe as its new undersecretary for cybersecurity, following separate oath-taking ceremonies on Feb. 2, 2026.
Cryptocurrency and digital payments platform Coins.ph has joined the Circle Payments Network (CPN) to support local currency payouts for cross-border transactions into the country.
The awards formally placed TCL among the industry’s top communicators, recognizing its programs in corporate responsibility, government relations, marketing, and corporate social responsibility.
VinFast plans to introduce battery-swapping scooter models in the country and has partnered with five local distributors to establish sales outlets and service centers across Luzon and Mindanao.
Radenta Technologies has partnered with US-based Vantiq to introduce a real-time intelligence and fraud detection platform aimed at helping Philippine organizations respond faster to digital and identity-based threats.
Coins.ph has opened trading for xU3O8, a tokenized uranium product built on the Tezos blockchain, giving Philippine users access to fractional exposure to physical uranium stored in Canada.
The award was presented during a recognition event held at Solaire Resort, underscoring the company’s continued role in expanding Cisco’s presence in the southern Philippines.
Metrobank has lowered its InstaPay transfer fee to P8 per transaction starting February 1, 2026, down from P25, as part of its effort to encourage wider use of digital payments.
