PLDT forms shared digital services company called Digico
PLDT [TEL 1278.00 ?0.9% said yesterday that it has created “a new digital entity” called Digico that will act as a “platform for a serious [MVP Group]-wide digitalization effort”......»»
PLDT, ABS-CBN call-off P6.75-B SkyCable deal
PLDT and ABS-CBN “mutually decided not to proceed with the sale of Sky Cable to PLDT under the sale and purchase agreement signed by and among the parties in March 2023.”.....»»
PLDT Global taps NGA 911’s emergency response system
PLDT Global Corp., the international unit of the local telco giant, is enabling US-based technology solutions provider Next Generation Advanced 911 (NGA 911) to help boost emergency response systems in the Philippines with advanced technology, delivered through the nationwide PLDT network infrastructure......»»
Globe reports steep 73.7% decline in blocked bank-related spam, scam SMS in 2023
The telecommunications company Globe has reported a significant 73.7% decrease in the number of blocked spam and scam SMS related to banks in 2023. This reduction is a result of the interception of 21.9 million bank-related fraudulent messages, a sharp decline from the 83.39 million messages blocked the previous year. Globe attributes this achievement to its proactive strategies and strong partnerships with major banks and financial institutions in the Philippines. The company has established anti-fraud alliances with the Bankers Association of the Philippines and individual players in the finance sector, enabling the sharing of data and intelligence to prevent and investigate fraud effectively. Anton Bonifacio, Chief Information Security Officer at Globe, emphasized the company's commitment to combating financial fraud and enhancing security measures for customer protection. Globe has invested approximately US$20 million to improve its spam and scam SMS detection and blocking system and operates a 24/7 Security Operations Center to filter out unwanted messages from both international and domestic sources. Despite certain limitations, Globe remains dedicated to customer protection and emphasizes the need for a unified approach in the fight against fraud. The company is focused on leveraging technology and strengthening alliances with key stakeholders to combat fraudulent activities. As Globe continues to advance its technologies and collaborations, it aims to provide a safer and more secure digital environment for its customers. For more information about Globe and its initiatives, visit www.globe.com.ph. (SPONSORED CONTENT).....»»
PLDT-Sky Cable merger unplugged
Telco giant PLDT Inc. will no longer pursue its P6.75-billion buyout of Sky Cable Corp., marking the second time a deal between the two was called off......»»
ADB, iSON ink deal to boost Philippines digital connectivity
MANILA, March 4 (Xinhua) -- The Asian Development Bank (ADB) said Monday that it has signed a 2.4 billion pesos (42.85 million U.S. dollars) loan with the telecom towers building and managing company iSON Tower Limited Inc. as part of a ADB-led co-financing package to enhance digital connectivity in the Philippines. The loan will support the construction, development, and operation of 800 shared telecommunicatio.....»»
ADB, iSON ink deal to boost Philippines digital connectivity
MANILA, March 4 (Xinhua) -- The Asian Development Bank (ADB) said Monday that it has signed a 2.4 billion pesos (42.85 million U.S. dollars) loan with the telecom towers building and managing company iSON Tower Limited Inc. as part of a ADB-led co-financing package to enhance digital connectivity in the Philippines. The loan will support the construction, development, and operation of 800 shared telecommunicatio.....»»
Nikon acquires Red Digital Cinema, enters professional video market
Nikon Acquires Red Digital Cinema to Enter Professional Digital Cinema Camera Market In a strategic move to expand into the professional digital cinema camera market,.....»»
Minister attending Australian data, digital meeting
Minister for Digitising Government Judith Collins is in Sydney to attend the first Data and Digital Ministers' Meeting of 2024. "This is a great opportunity to connect with our Australian counterparts and identify how we can work together on digital transformation," Ms Collins says. "Both our nations are looking into how advancements like AI and digital iden.....»»
PLDT eyes new president
Telco giant PLDT Inc. may appoint within the year a new president and CEO who will be tasked to lead the company in a period of growth uncertainty......»»
Maya is '1 Digital Bank in PH
Maya now stands as the #1 Digital Bank in the Philippines, revolutionizing the industry with its unified payments and banking services on one digital platform. In 2023, Maya saw a remarkable increase in users, with 3 million depositors, more than double the previous year, and a deposit balance reaching PHP25 billion, a 69% increase from […].....»»
Bacolod forms ad hoc committee to review Bredco s contract
Bacolod forms ad hoc committee to review Bredco s contract.....»»
Comelec dunay forms sa pag-withdraw sa people s initiative
Comelec dunay forms sa pag-withdraw sa people s initiative.....»»
Customs revives declaration forms for arriving international passengers at NAIA
THE filled out Customs declaration forms for arriving international passengers at the NAIA Terminals is being revived by the Bureau of Customs (BOC) at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) and is now under pilot testing. BOC-NAIA district collector Atty Yasmin Mapa said that international passengers arriving in the country are now obliged to submit […].....»»
53.5k signatures for people’s initiative submitted to COMELEC in Butuan
BUTUAN CITY (MindaNews / 24 January)—The Commission on Elections (COMELEC) here has received forms bearing 53,495 signatures as part of a people’s initiative to amend the 1987 Constitution. Lawyer Tristan Niog, city election officer, confirmed to MindaNews in a phone interview on Tuesday that they received a total of 5,767 forms with signatures from 86 […].....»»
In Asia Pacific, rise in public debt is hurting women’s access to social services
Regular check ups, particularly those related to reproductive health, are not covered by the free services provided by village health centers, as per the Philippine law on universal health care. Fabella wishes that the government can allocate more funds for the basic services but this has not improved over the years. The post In Asia Pacific, rise in public debt is hurting women’s access to social services appeared first on Bulatlat......»»
MVP Group dominates 20th Philippine Quill Awards
It was a triumphant night for the MVP Group of Companies, encompassing leading entities such as Light Rail Manila Corp., Manila Electric Co., Maynilad Water Services Inc., PLDT, Smart Communications Inc., Makati Medical Center, Maya, Metro Pacific Dumaguete Water Services Inc., Metro Pacific Tollways South Management Corp., Metro Pacific Investments Corp., Meralco – One Meralco Foundation and Metro Pacific Investments Foundation, as its member companies secured a staggering total of 87 awards at the 20th Philippine Quill Awards, organized by the International Association of Business Communicators......»»
PLDT, Smart ramp up cloud initiatives
Telco giant PLDT Inc. and its wireless unit Smart Communications Inc. are bolstering their cloud initiatives with the establishment of the cloud center of excellence......»»
PLDT guns for share of PVL lead, tests winless Strong Group
PLDT aims to reclaim a share of the lead with Choco Mucho as the former tackles Strong Group Athletics Tuesday in the Premier Volleyball League All-Filipino Conference at the PhilSports Arena......»»
PLDT guns for share of PVL lead, tests winless Strong Group
PLDT aims to reclaim a share of the lead with Choco Mucho as the former tackles Strong Group Athletics Tuesday in the Premier Volleyball League All-Filipino Conference at the PhilSports Arena......»»
PLDT, Smart collaborators lift Davao s cacao farmers, agropreneurs
PLDT, Smart collaborators lift Davao s cacao farmers, agropreneurs.....»»