DOTr mandates weekly public transport use for officials
Acting Transportation Secretary Giovanni Lopez has issued a directive requiring all Department of Transportation (DOTr) officials to commute to the office at least once a week. This policy aims to deepen officials’ understanding of the daily challenges faced by commuters and to inform more effective public transport policies.
Jollibee marks country’s first well-known trademark
The Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines (IPOPHL) has officially declared Jollibee’s iconic Mascot and Stacked Logo as the country’s first-ever Well-Known Marks (WKM) under its newly established administrative process. The recognition, conferred on August 10, 2025, marks a significant legal and commercial milestone for the homegrown brand.
ICTSI expands MICT fleet with hybrid RTGs
The International Container Terminal Services, Inc. (ICTSI) has deployed eight new hybrid rubber-tired gantry cranes (RTGs) at its flagship Manila International Container Terminal (MICT), enhancing both operational capacity and environmental performance.
Treasury bill yields slip further in auction on easing outlook
Average rates of Treasury bills continued to decline at Monday’s auction, driven by the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas’ recent policy rate cut and growing expectations of monetary easing by the U.S. Federal Reserve.
Kaspersky warns of fake apps targeting Filipino users
Global cybersecurity firm Kaspersky has issued a warning to mobile users in the Philippines about a rising wave of fake mobile apps designed to steal personal data and money.
