A new online dating platform, FilipinaMeet, has entered the Philippine market, positioning itself as a safety-focused alternative to mainstream dating apps amid persistent concerns about scams and fake profiles.
A stealth mobile application that allows survivors of abuse to discreetly document evidence and seek help has emerged as the top winner of the National Models for Women’s Safety Online (NMWSO) Safety-by-Design Grand Challenge, held on Jan. 29 at Marco Polo Ortigas.
House speaker Faustino “Bojie” G. Dy III has announced the development of a “House Book” mobile application as part of the chamber’s push toward blockchain-enabled and fully digital legislative processes.
The program gives Philippine startups access to Salesforce’s ecosystem, including its AI-enabled CRM tools, expert mentoring, and opportunities to collaborate with partners and customers globally.
A new digital self-discovery platform has launched in the Philippines as more young adults grapple with emotional stress, uncertainty, and a lack of access to practical tools for self-reflection.
Etaily, a Philippine digital-native retail platform that powers e-commerce operations for global and local consumer brands, has raised new strategic funding led by Japan’s Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corp. (SMBC) through its SMBC Asia Rising fund.
Reelist8’s ecosystem includes PropertyAuctions.ph, which allows users to find and bid on below-market properties, and Buildin.com.ph, a project management tool that helps contractors and designers generate real-time pricing takeoffs from floor plans.
The Philippines is entering an “Intelligent Era” of innovation driven by AI, automation, and data-powered industries even as total startup funding dropped sharply this year.
OneLot, a fintech startup providing credit and digital tools to used car dealers, has raised $3.3 million in seed funding, marking the largest seed round in the Philippines for 2025.
