The Philippine government is opening its digital transformation efforts to the country’s technology community through the eGovPH Hackathon, inviting developers, programmers, students, and innovators to help build the next generation of citizen-focused government services. First Lady Liza...
The Philippines is turning to artificial intelligence (AI) to help small businesses secure loans and digitize operations, bridging a critical financing gap for the enterprises that form the backbone of the country’s economy. The Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) and...
The revenue of the country’s information technology and business process management (IT-BPM) sector is expected to reach $50.5 billion by 2028, down 14 percent from its original target amid stronger competition and the increased adoption of artificial intelligence (AI). Based on the revised...
The government launched a digital identification system for delivery couriers, moving to tighten oversight and curb rampant fraud in the rapidly expanding e-commerce market that has outpaced traditional regulatory frameworks. The Department of Information and Communications Technology (DITC)...
The Philippines recorded the lowest demand for digital skills among six Asia-Pacific economies studied by the Manila-based Asian Development Bank (ADB), although employers’ requirements for digital competencies have been rising steadily as technology spreads across a broader range of occupations....
The Philippines risks remaining a mere host for foreign-led artificial intelligence (AI) and semiconductor investments under the emerging United States (US)-led Pax Silica initiative unless it develops stronger domestic technological and industrial capabilities, according to the University of the...
Two Legislative-Executive Development Advisory Council (LEDAC) priority measures gained unanimous approval at the House of Representatives on Tuesday night, June 2, which echoed the widespread belief on the necessity of the bills. Passed on third and final reading during plenary session Tuesday...
Philippine economic growth needs “a major impetus” after slowing to its weakest pace since the pandemic recovery period, with rising inflation, higher interest rates, and the prolonged Middle East conflict expected to weigh on the country’s property sector, according to property consultancy...
A nearly seven-year-old policy that froze new Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA) ecozone approvals in Metro Manila may need to be revisited as compliant office space in key central business districts (CBDs) becomes increasingly scarce, according to property consultancy Colliers. In a May 19...
Samarkand, UZBEKISTAN — The information technology and business process management (IT-BPM) industry, the Philippines’ top dollar earner, needs to overcome infrastructure and talent challenges while keeping pace with emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI) to maintain its...
The Senate on Monday, May 4, approved on third and final reading the bill seeking to provide the public with easy access to official government records, documents and research data. Once signed into law, Senate Bill No. 1432 or the proposed People’s Freedom of Information Act will expand the...
April, when cherry blossoms reach full bloom, marks the peak of spring in Korea. In central Seoul, where skyscrapers dominate the skyline, those in search of a quieter, more tranquil landscape often head to Bukchon. Set between Gyeongbok Palace and Changdeok Palace, with Mount Bukak in the...