Tourism fuels economy, creates jobs in 2024
The Philippine tourism industry continued its strong post-pandemic recovery in 2024, contributing 8.9 percent to the country’s gross domestic product (GDP) and supporting nearly 7 million jobs, according to the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA).
Appdome launches AI malware shield for mobile apps
Appdome, a leading mobile app security firm, has unveiled new Detect Agentic AI Malware plugins designed to combat the emerging threat of Agentic AI Assistants being weaponized by attackers.
Federal Reserve hold rates, eyes inflation, jobs paths
The Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) on Thursday held the federal funds target range steady at 4.25 percent to 4.5 percent, citing steady economic growth and lingering inflationary pressures.
Meralco unit commissions 100 MW ancillary power plant in Singapore
Meralco PowerGen Corp. (MGen) subsidiary Pacific Light Power Pte Ltd. (PLP) based in Singapore has commissioned a 100-megawatt (MW) fast-start ancillary services facility on Jurong Island, boosting its commercial capabilities in the city-state's highly competitive energy market.
Stakeholders urge fast-track of coastal protection bills
Environmental stakeholders are urging the government to intensify support for the proposed Integrated Coastal Management Act and Coastal Greenbelt Bill, citing urgent ecological and policy implications.
