Zero Trust framework gains ground at Manila digital…

Organizations must prioritize adopting a Zero Trust security framework as the foundation of digital transformation, a Philippine cybersecurity official said on Thursday during the Digital Transformation Summit in Manila. Eduardo Justo, cybersecurity lead officer at…

Making AI work: SNAP CIO shares practical approach…

Artificial intelligence (AI) may be dominating boardroom agendas, but its true value lies not in experimentation—but in execution. Speaking at the Digital Transformation Summit in Manila on Thursday, SN Aboitiz Power’s (SNAP) chief information officer,…

Phl supports unified ASEAN visa to boost regional…

The Philippines has thrown its weight behind a proposed unified visa system for Southeast Asia, saying it could transform the region into a single, globally competitive tourism hub. Tourism Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco voiced support…

Duterte wins Davao mayorship, may rule in absentia

Former president Rodrigo Duterte has secured a decisive victory in Davao City’s mayoral race, marking a powerful political comeback in his longtime bastion—even as he faces a politically charged case before the International Criminal Court…

Why Philippine gold miners stay underground

Gold from the Philippines is mostly mined by hand—but rarely traded above board. With about 500,000 artisanal and small-scale gold miners (ASGM) producing 70% of the country’s gold, formalizing this fragmented sector remains a political,…

Phl sees spike in digital borrowing

Filipinos are turning more frequently to digital lending platforms, with users spending an average of 12 minutes and 14 seconds per month on such apps in 2024, according to a report released on May 6…