Allow us to celebrate Star Wars Day a little early compared to the rest of the world. After all, it is May the fourth today. Forty-nine years ago, in 1977, two droids walked a desert planet on the silver screen, in a movie that would kickstart one of the biggest franchises in history. While there...
For years, the conversation around empowering women has centered on one word: access. We talked about access to education, the internet, and the global marketplace. But as the world changes, so does the definition of being "connected." Today, a new digital divide is emerging. It isn 't just...
Samsung continues to make big strides in display innovation, revolutionizing picture quality and enhancing the way people experience their favorite films, watch live sports events, or play the latest games. With its newest Vision AI TVs and monitors, Samsung pushes boundaries and proves that...
Artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer a futuristic concept reserved for Silicon Valley or global banks—it is already reshaping how Filipinos save, borrow, spend, work, and do business. The question now is no longer whether AI will change the Philippine economy; it already is. The more urgent...
Businesses have turned more pessimistic about the global economic outlook amid the ongoing United States (US)/Israel war with Iran, according to think tank Oxford Economics. In an April 30 report, Oxford Economics head of macro scenarios Jamie Thompson said the conflict in the Middle East is...
EDITORS DESK At a time when the media industry is being reshaped almost faster than it can document itself, —from digital transformation to the arrival of yet another fundamental shift—Manila’s hosting of Digital Media Asia (DMA) 2026 is even more important. What is this shift? We are in the...
Only 17 percent of Philippine employers say they are able to recruit and retain enough workers with artificial intelligence (AI) skills, underscoring a growing talent crunch even as local companies accelerate the adoption of AI across their organizations, according to global professional services...
Confession. I didn’t jump on the AI wagon right away; it took a while. It was like dipping my feet in the water to check the temperature before going in for a swim. Slowly, I started exploring and using AI features such as AI-erase in photos, transcription, and captioning. These, of course,...
The APEC Business Advisory Council (ABAC) has urged Asia-Pacific governments to take immediate and coordinated action to address mounting economic pressures, including trade fragmentation, energy market shocks, and persistent supply chain disruptions, warning that business confidence across the...
HONOR Philippines is teasing something for the coronation night at Miss Universe Philippines 2026. Early hints of the new smartphone suggested a strong focus on AI imaging capabilities, intelligent features, and a seamless user experience tailored for today’s fast-paced digital lifestyle....
Presidential Communications Office (PCO) Secretary Dave Gomez called on media practitioners to defend truth and uphold journalism’s role in democracy amid the growing threats of artificial intelligence (AI) and disinformation. Speaking at the World Association of News Publishers (WAN-IFRA)...
Filipinos who actively use digital financial platforms are significantly more likely to own bank accounts and conduct formal financial transactions, with the state-run policy think tank saying stronger digital engagement is a key driver of financial inclusion in the country even as barriers such as...
