Category: Technology

Converge introduces Content Plus to redefine hotel in-room experience

CONVERGE ICT Solutions Inc. (Converge), the Philippines’ leading broadband and technology provider, has unveiled Content Plus, an innovative in-room entertainment solution specifically designed to elevate the guest experience in hotels and healthcare facilities. Poised to transform how businesses engage their guests while enhancing operational efficiency, Content Plus leverages the 100% fiber network and HD channel… Read More Converge introduces Content Plus to redefine hotel in-room experience

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PDIC to launch e-Portal project in 2026

THE Philippine Deposit Insurance Corporation (PDIC) has initiated an e-Portal project as a proactive step toward digital transformation to deliver more efficient public service. In a statement, the State-owned deposit insurer said it has set in motion the modernization of its services through its e-Portal Project aimed at building a more responsive and future-ready organization.… Read More PDIC to launch e-Portal project in 2026

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Converge Global Business is HPE Philippines Service Provider of the Year

MANILA | July 29, 2025 — The corporate and large enterprise unit of leading fixed broadband and technology provider, Converge ICT Solutions Inc. – Converge Global Business – has been recognized with the Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) Philippines Service Provider of the Year Award for the fiscal year 2024, for demonstrating exceptional commitment and drive… Read More Converge Global Business is HPE Philippines Service Provider of the Year

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DICT distributes Bayanihan SIM cards to remote school in Zambales

By Reia G. Pabelonia | July 4, 2025 MASINLOC, Zambales (PIA)—In line with President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s directive to expand internet access nationwide, the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) and Smart Communications distributed Bayanihan SIM cards to students and teachers of Coto High School in Masinloc, Zambales. Each SIM card provides 25 gigabytes of… Read More DICT distributes Bayanihan SIM cards to remote school in Zambales

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Philippines to host YSEALI bootcamp for Southeast Asian content creators

MANILA, May 23, 2025—The U.S. Embassy in the Philippines is hosting a Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative (YSEALI) regional workshop in Manila from May 28 to June 1.  The event will bring together 60 young content creators from across Southeast Asia to help them build new connections and strengthen their digital storytelling skills. The “Creators… Read More Philippines to host YSEALI bootcamp for Southeast Asian content creators

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Villanueva’s digital nomad visa bill gains momentum following PBBM executive order

SENATOR Joel Villanueva said that his push for the passage of the Digital Nomad Visa (DNV) bill is gaining traction, following the issuance of Executive Order (EO) No. 86, which grants DNVs to foreigners wishing to work remotely from the Philippines. The senator added that the move will pave the path for the country to… Read More Villanueva’s digital nomad visa bill gains momentum following PBBM executive order

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SEC shifts to fully online company registration process with zero notarization, zero hard copy submission

APPLICANTS for company registration will no longer have to submit hard copies of physically signed or notarized registration documents, as the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) moves to a fully online and paperless company registration process. The Commission on April 4 issued SEC Memorandum Circular No. 3, Series of 2025, which provides for the Mandatory Use of the SEC Zuper… Read More SEC shifts to fully online company registration process with zero notarization, zero hard copy submission

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Use of digital tools vs. fake news, deepfakes pushed

By Leslie Gatpolintan | April 6, 2025  TAGAYTAY CITY – An analyst and a national cybersecurity movement underscored the need for Filipinos to detect fake news, deepfakes and scams using free applications (apps) or software as the government and the private sector intensify the fight against fraudulent activities ahead of the May 12 midterm elections.     During… Read More Use of digital tools vs. fake news, deepfakes pushed

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Baguio residents can now pay taxes, fees using GCash

By Liza Agoot | April 4, 2025 BAGUIO CITY – In a bid to further make transactions with the city government easier and more accessible, payment using the online financial platform GCash is now allowed. “We want to give our taxpayers more ease in transacting with us. We are still negotiating with other online providers and… Read More Baguio residents can now pay taxes, fees using GCash

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