63893 The latest report of Ookla®, the global leader in mobile and broadband network intelligence, identified PLDT Inc. and wireless unit Smart Communications, Inc. as having the fastest broadband and 5G mobile networks in the country, as of the second half of 2021. Using 325,396 user-initiated 5G...
PLDT20-SMART_Anti-OSAEC PLDT Inc. and Smart Communications Inc. blocked over 179,000 online sexual abuse and exploitation of children (OSAEC) sites as of January 31, 2022. In a statement, both telcos likewise lauded government measures to amend legislation and strengthen multi-sectoral solutions...
62921 Under the new normal, PLDT Inc. and Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart) expanded their fixed and mobile networks nationwide in 2021, with PLDT’s fiber footprint up 73 percent to 743,700 kilometers, passing 14 million homes. Last year, PLDT built 1.7 million ports to connect more homes with...
Hyperscalers looking for geographic expansion should consider the Philippines for its strong legacy in the business process outsourcing (BPO) industry, future of work programs, and hyperscale roadmap—a study conducted by data analytics and consulting company GlobalData showed. GlobalData...
media Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart) provides free, fiber-powered WiFi in over 100 barangay halls, airports, seaports, bus stations and train stations in Metro Manila and 33 provinces amid the pandemic. "By providing access to frontliners in these barangay halls as well as those using...
Ericsson, PLDT Inc. and its wireless arm Smart Communications Inc. are using technology and advanced machine learning solutions for protected areas in Sasmuan, Pampanga. The three signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) to conserve a 405-hectare mangrove wetland in the area, a vital habitat to...
Mika Reyes The PLDT High Speed Hitters continue to bolster their roster with the acquisition of veteran middle blocker Mika Reyes. After a long deliberation with her camp, the 6-foot former De La Salle standout has signed with the team for the upcoming 2022 Premier Volleyball League season with a...
Photo from High Speed Hitters' Facebook page Two more players joined the rebuilding process of the PLDT High Speed Hitters as they aim for a formidable squad in the upcoming Premier Volleyball League conference. Heather Guino-o and Jules Samonte were the latest additions for the crew a day after...
Photo from High Speed Hitters' Facebook page Former Sta. Lucia players Dell Palomata and Jovie Prado are taking their acts to PLDT Home Fibr in the upcoming Premier Volleyball League tournament. Following Sta. Lucia’s leave of absence, Palomata and Prado have signed with the High Speed Hitters to...
The Philippine banking industry was not spared from the onslaught of the COVID-19 pandemic. Banks incurred major losses due to the economic slump caused by the lockdown from suffering loan defaults, to interest rate cuts, and deficits, among others. Despite these, the banking sector remained...
Photo from High Speed Hitters' Facebook page The PLDT High Speed Hitters have signed Kath Arado, Jessey De Leon and Mean Mendrez as part of their revamping process for the upcoming Premier Volleyball League 2022 season, the team announced Sunday. The trio, who previously played for the Petro Gazz...
PLDT Home is expected to be a major driver for the telco giant’s revenues this year as it launches additional products, according to Chairman Manuel V. Pangilinan. Already, PLDT Home has connected over 800,000 households to date, supporting both work-from-home and online learning in the...
