Converge ICT Solutions co-founder and CEO Dennis Anthony Uy has called on both the Philippine government and private enterprises to adopt sovereign cloud technologies to safeguard national interests and ensure full control over sensitive Filipino data amid the country’s rapid digital transformation.
Global data center operator Equinix has officially launched its operations in the Philippines, marking a major step in its $200-million investment commitment to strengthen the country’s digital infrastructure.
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has halted the operations of Microdot Lending Corp. for running several unreported online lending platforms (OLPs) and engaging in unfair online debt collection practices.
PLDT and Makati police foiled a copper cable theft along Kalayaan Avenue, arresting six suspects posing as utility workers, while Globe reported an 18% drop in fiber cuts in early 2025 amid stronger community and LGU partnerships.
Third telco Dito Telecommunity has unveiled Dito BizBayan, a new business initiative designed to accelerate the digital transformation of micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) across the Philippines.
Facing mounting public backlash and appeals from online entrepreneurs, the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) has decided to defer the mandatory registration for the E-Commerce Philippine Trustmark and extend its voluntary phase until December 31, 2025.
The rift began when DOLE Region VII director Roy Buenafe publicly named several BPO companies supposedly issued work stoppage orders following last week’s Cebu earthquake — before completing formal investigations.
At a Senate Committee on Labor hearing on Tuesday, Oct. 7, Sen. Raffy Tulfo said some BPO firms reportedly blocked emergency exits and forced workers to resume operations immediately after the tremor, disregarding their safety.
The IT and Business Process Association of the Philippines (IBPAP) has denounced the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) Region VII for what it called an “irresponsible and premature” disclosure of several BPO companies allegedly issued work stoppage orders following the recent Cebu earthquake.
Smart and PLDT chairman Manuel V. Pangilinan has extended the designations of Lloyd Dennis R. Manaloto and Marjorie C. Garrovillo as co-officers-in-charge (OICs) of Smart Communications, according to an internal memorandum released on Tuesday, Oct. 7.
