(AFP) The House of Representatives and the Senate on Thursday, June 27, has achieved consensus to approve the two chambers’ joint version of a bill that seeks to impose value-added tax (VAT) on non-resident digital service providers, Albay 2nd district...
With the approval by President Marcos of the flagship Philippine Digital Infrastructure Project (PDIP), the country can expect cheaper internet fees and faster speed while also reaching far-flung areas of Mindanao that will contribute to improving the Philippines’ gross domestic product (GDP)....
The National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA) board has approved the creation of a P16.1 billion project to expedite the country’s internet connection through digital infrastructure. The Philippine Digital Infrastructure Project (PDIP), which will be financed through official development...
Digital National IDs, like their physical counterparts, should also be accepted by public, government, and private institutions as valid and sufficient proof of identity, the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) stressed. The PSA reminded, however, that institutions may also verify the...
President Marcos’ economic czar has urged those still awaiting the delivery of their physical National ID cards to try the digital ID option and prepare to be impressed. During a launch event on Monday, June 10, Special Adviser to the President for Investment and Economic Affairs Secretary...
Senator Cynthia Villar highlighted the importance of women embracing technological advancements to pave the way for the continued progress of the Philippine economy. Sen. Cynthia A. Villar emphasizes women's role in the digital age at the 18th Annual General Assembly of the Philippine Federation of...
Senator Alan Peter Cayetano said he is confident passage into law of the proposed Konektadong Pinoy Act will bolster the country’s digital infrastcuture and enhance connectivity for all Filipinos. This after Cayetano formally filed in the Senate the committee report for Senate Bill No....
Best Artist Award, 2023 Asia Artist Awards. The first Filipino and first Southeast Asian act nominated for Billboard Awards in 2021. Youth Ambassador, National Commission on Culture and the Arts, 2021. SB19's Pablo, Stell, Ken, Justin, and Josh for Style Weekend's May 17, 2024 cover (Photo...
There's a pressing need for educational institutions to provide flexible and tailored approaches to meet the needs of students in today's fast-paced world. Traditional education undoubtedly has its merits. However, its structured nature doesn't always cater to the diverse needs of every student,...
The growth of the country's digital economy slowed down last year despite surpassing the P2 trillion mark, the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) reported. The gross value added of the digital economy amounted to P2.05 trillion from January to December 2023, a 7.7 percent increase compared to...
The Yuchengco Group’s Rizal Commercial Banking Corporation (RCBC) has teamed up with a Japanese global IT and fintech company Digital Wallet Corporation (DWC) to enhance the facilitation of cross-border digital transactions between the Philippines and Japan. In a statement, RCBC First...
President Marcos is on a mission to create one million digital jobs which could bring in P24 billion to fund public services and infrastructure projects by 2028. DIGITAL INFRASTRUCTURE — President Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr. convenes the Private Sector Advisory Council (PSAC) in...
