(Smart logo) ACT Teachers Party-list Rep. France Castro said Smart Communications should compensate customers affected by service and data disruptions on Sept. 18 following a power outage. “Sana magkaroon ng investigation at ma-compensate...
The Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) on Tuesday, Sept. 17, expressed concern about the increasing number of Filipino information and communications technology (ICT) professionals leaving the country for better opportunities. (Photo from Unsplash) DICT Assistant...
With its significant leap in global cybersecurity rankings, the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) on Tuesday, Sept. 17, expressed confidence that the Philippines will soon be recognized as a global leader in cybersecurity. (DICT / MB Visual Content Group) During the...
Department of Science and Technology (DOST) Secretary Renato Solidum, Jr. said on Wednesday, Sept. 11, that they will soon make use of artificial intelligence (AI) in weather forecasting, producing rain forecasts every 15 minutes. "Soon we will now operate through our research program to use AI in...
Establish connectivity in remote areas first and provide allowance for internet connection later, President Marcos ordered. President Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr. (Photo courtesy of Malacañang) Marcos made the directive to the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT)...
Makati City 2nd district Rep. Luis Campos Jr. (Facebook) Makati City 2nd district Rep. Luis Campos Jr. believes that the Philippines can move the needle in terms of economic growth by simply setting up 50,000 password-free Wi-Fi hotspots all...
A consortium of technology business innovators (TBIs) has launched a project to develop a five-year roadmap aimed at identifying collaboration opportunities and support for startups in Metro Manila. The Strategic and Collaborative Alliance for Leveraging Ecosystems of Startups - National...
As the Philippines navigates the digital age, the financial technology sector is witnessing a major transformation. Recent studies indicated a surge in the adoption of financial mobile apps among consumers. For many Filipinos, the shift to digital finance has made managing money more...
(Unsplash) The Department of Information And Communications Technology (DICT) under Secretary Ivan John Uy has trumpeted the “remarkable” progress the agency has achieved in enhancing the Philippines’ digital infrastructure and services, particularly...
Senator Grace Poe on Thursday, August 29 urged the Bureau of Immigration (BI) to address travelers’ complaints pertaining to the country’s eTravel system. Poe said the BI should consider asking the Department of Information and Communications (DICT) for help to ensure an efficient data...
Following a rigorous selection process with hundreds of applicants, three students from the Philippines have been awarded scholarships to attend prestigious universities in the United Kingdom. (Photo courtesy of British Council Philippines) The British Council announced on Wednesday, Aug. 15,...
The Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) on Wednesday, Aug. 14, cautioned the public against "unverified" independent tower companies. DICT / MB Visual Content Group "The DICT informs the public that these companies are in no way connected to this office, nor are their...
