DICT

RISE PH, which stands for Regional ICT Summit and Exhibitions, is the evolution of a series of regional summits beginning November last year into a program that empowers regions to thrive in the digital age.

The Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) said the Philippines posted an “unprecedented climb” in the 2024 United Nations e-Participation Index (EPI), surging 31 spots, from 80th in 2022 to 49th in 2024.

The project will construct a public broadband infrastructure network to enhance broadband connectivity and bring high-speed Internet connections to disadvantaged areas.

The CICC said the alleged eGovPH data breach in the Breach Forums is nothing more than a fake hacking claim.

GPON technology offers high-speed internet with bandwidth capacities of up to 2.5 Gbps downstream and 1.25 Gbps upstream, enabling efficient data transfer and seamless communication across government agencies.

The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) has instructed GCash to immediately resolve the reported unauthorized deductions on account balances of affected GCash users and swiftly complete the process of refunds.

DICT secretary Ivan Uy emphasized the urgency for the initiative, as he noted that more than 12,000 complaints related to online transactions were reported in 2022 alone.

Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) undersecretary for ICT Industry Development Jocelle Batapa-Sigue met with LinkedIn global representatives to discuss collaboration opportunities aimed at enhancing the digital skills of the Filipino workforce.

The Philippines has made a leap in the 2024 United Nations Global Cybersecurity Index (GCI), moving up to 53rd from 61st in 2020.

This month, the country will host a collaborative platform for policymakers, educators, industry leaders, and young innovators from Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) economies.