TECH4GOOD Having been passed by the House, it looks like the proposed Open Access in Data Transmission Act (Open Access Bill) is now closer to passage than it has ever been, as it will now be the turn of the Senate to work on its version of the bill. The proposed law aims to establish a...
TECH4GOOD The world of work has dramatically transformed in the last two decades. These innovations, changing customer behaviors, the emerging focus on sustainability and especially the explosion of artificial intelligence (AI), are fast changing the landscape, giving birth to many entirely...
TECH4GOOD Southeast Asia, including the Philippines, has witnessed a whirlwind of change in recent years driven by the digital transformation of its economy. The image of a bustling city in the region often includes a symphony of honking horns and slow-moving vehicles brought by the usual traffic....
TECH4GOOD During my younger days, people used to meet potential partners through acquaintances, in the workplace, or at social gatherings. Many activities in modern life have changed due to the digital age in which we live, and looking for love is no exception. The rise of social media has made it...
TECH4GOOD Our increasing dependence on technology is creating more opportunities for bad actors to prey on us. Globally, cases of online hacks and scams are on the rise. These players and their schemes are getting more sophisticated, riding on the emergence of new technologies that make it easier...
TECH4GOOD In this digital age, where social media has become an integral part of our lives, we usually are not so conscious about what we post online, forgetting that those can have a lasting impact on our reputation. It is not uncommon for employers, colleagues, or even potential partners to...
TECH4GOOD The ultra-connected world we are in today may have given us comfort and convenience, but it has also allowed many online sites to gather much information about us. Are you not bothered that your address, contact details, age, and online activities are out there? We are among the almost...
TECH4GOOD Like many of us, you would start your day by opening your social media apps to begin your daily dose of doom-scrolling. As usual, you get bombarded with posts and feeds in different forms. You watch a video of your favorite celebrity endorsing an investment product you believe is unusual...
TECH4GOOD It is not enough for economic growth, structural reforms, and strengthening governance and institutions to prepare countries for the future. To achieve future readiness, countries will have to find that optimal place that combines more traditional measures for promoting growth with more...
TECH4GOOD New year, new you, right? You could have resolved to quit a vice, learn something new, manage your finances better, sign up for a gym membership, shift to fruit smoothies, and check a couple off your bucket list of places to visit. What about digital decluttering, the ultimate unsung hero...
TECH4GOOD 2023 has been a whirlwind year for digital technology. This was the year when AI became rogue and vogue. Generative AI such as ChatGPT, Bard, and Bing Co-Pilot may have defined the digital landscape last year. It was also a year of significant technological advancements and breakthroughs...
TECH4GOOD Much has been talked about the recent release of the OECD’s 2022 Programme for International Students Assessment or PISA Report, showing the Philippines still mired in the bottom 10. In fairness, the report says many countries included in the ranking saw their student learning outcomes...
