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ERC proposes uniform power subsidy rate to aid low-income consumers

The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) is seeking public feedback on its proposed uniform national lifeline subsidy rate and the creation of a national lifeline subsidy fund, which would be managed by the Power Sector Assets and Liabilities Management (PSALM) Corp.

Southeast Asia becomes launchpad for global cyberattacks, Mimecast warns

Southeast Asia’s rapidly growing digital economy is increasingly exploited as a staging ground for global cyberattacks, according to Mimecast’s 2025 Global Threat Intelligence Report.

iProov sets benchmark for AI-resistant biometric security

iProov has claimed the distinction as the first and only company to meet the biometric verification requirements of the newly released NIST Special Publication 800-63-4 Digital Identity Guidelines, which set the U.S. federal standard for secure digital identity.

McDonald’s PH named Employer of the Year by PMAP

McDonald’s Philippines has been named Employer of the Year by the People Management Association of the Philippines (PMAP), recognizing the company’s outstanding people management and purpose-driven practices.

PLDT leads push for trusted digital transactions in PH

PLDT Enterprise has joined forces with global mobile industry body GSMA and key regulators—including the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT), Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP), National Privacy Commission (NPC), and National Telecommunications Commission (NTC)—to launch SmartSafe, the country’s first telco-enabled fraud management API suite globally certified by GSMA.

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DA rejects auction of seized Vietnamese rice, pushes donation to DSWD instead

Agriculture Secretary Francisco P. Tiu Laurel Jr. has firmly opposed plans to auction thousands of metric tons of seized Vietnamese rice, warning the move could let those behind its illegal entry earn from the shipment.

Cebu Pacific first to use new ground equipment at Clark airport

Cebu Pacific has become the first airline to use bridge-mounted equipment or BME at Clark International Airport, a new system that will lower fuel consumption and reduce emissions during ground operations.

BSP warns public over scams impersonating its officials and staff

The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) has issued a public advisory warning against fraudsters falsely presenting themselves as BSP officials or employees. Scammers may send letters, emails, or text messages asking people to deposit or transfer money, claiming the payment is needed to release, recover, or restore funds, or even for charitable causes. Some also show fake BSP identification cards complete with names, photos, and forged signatures to appear credible.

JTI Philippines names Alan Jackson as new GM

JTI Philippines has appointed Alan Jackson as general manager, tapping his international leadership experience as the tobacco company seeks to expand its portfolio, strengthen operations and address illicit trade in the local market.
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