Mon Ibrahim
Technology is changing the electoral landscape
January 13, 2025 11:18 pm
Technology has profoundly reshaped the electoral landscape in the Philippines. It has impacted everything from voter registration and campaigning to vote counting and result dissemination, enhancing the efficiency, transparency, and accessibility of elections. Many consider the Philippines to be one of the more advanced countries in terms of the use of technology for elections. This evolution has brought numerous benefits, but it also presents unique challenges that must be addressed to ensure the integrity and fairness of the democratic process.
The Filipino online freelancers: Digital workforce of the world
January 06, 2025 4:52 pm
The ongoing digital revolution has profoundly transformed the global labor market. The traditional way of sourcing skills by hiring employees and having them physically report in the workplace is fast evolving into hiring online and having them work from anywhere. This transformation has given rise to online freelancing.
AI frenzy: How nations are racing to innovate and dominate the market
December 30, 2024 4:27 pm
Today, tech companies are racing to develop AI-enabled products. Notwithstanding the current debate on the potential harm that artificial intelligence can bring to society, the opportunities are alluring enough for these companies to pass them by. Even countries around the globe are mobilizing resources and support to get into action, including harnessing the transformative power of artificial intelligence.
The homeless in the metropolis
December 23, 2024 11:27 pm
One sign that the Christmas holiday season has started is the influx of migrant mendicants in cities all over the country. They are the face of the continuing saga of street dwellers, a situation that has been looking for a solution for the longest time. When you drive around the city right after dusk, you will not fail to notice these people beginning to settle down on sidewalks. Some are in karitons with a dog in tow.
Budget cuts and their ripple effect on the future of education
December 16, 2024 9:33 pm
The bicameral committee’s recent decision to slash education budgets, including those of DepEd and CHED, and the allocations for free college education, has sparked a loud outcry from all sectors. I seldom write about issues related to legislative budget decisions, but this time, I cannot help but join the chorus.