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DICT assess impact of Microsoft global software outage on local business, economy

The Department of Information and Communications Technology said Friday it is assessing the impact on local companies and the broader economy of the global software outage caused by an alleged faulty update at Microsoft by its cybersecurity provider.

Cebu Pacific, AirAsia warn of delays attributable to CrowdStrike event; PAL unaffected

AirAsia Philippines and Cebu Pacific experienced operational disruptions on Friday due to a global Microsoft service outage.

Philippines wins Best Ports of Call 2024 at Asia Cruise Awards

The Philippines clinched the prestigious Best Ports of Call 2024 award at the 10th Asia Cruise Awards in Jeju Island, South Korea, affirming its status as a top cruise tourism destination.

More expensive jet fuel compel adjustments in fuel surcharge beginning August

Airline tickets are expected to rise in August following the Civil Aeronautics Board (CAB) decision allowing for a new fuel surcharge adjustment.

Discovery World divesting from its losing NFT, cryptocurrency venture

Discovery World Corp., a listed company engaged in the hotel and resort business, has abandoned its dream of hitting the jackpot when it ventured into cryptocurrency and non-fungible token sectors

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Bloomberry bets P30M on online gaming growth

Bloomberry Resorts Corp. is stepping up its push into the Philippines’ expanding digital gaming market, rolling out a P30-million year-end promotional campaign for its online gaming platform, FUNaloMAX, as operators compete to attract and retain players.

Global and local firms eye P103-B MRT-3 modernization project

Around 100 local and international companies have expressed strong interest in taking part in the proposed P103.6-billion concession for the Metro Rail Transit Line 3 (MRT-3), highlighting growing confidence from both foreign and domestic investors in upgrading the country’s main urban railway network.

Globe powers cell cites with renewable energy, boosting network resilience 

Globe Telecom Inc. announced Friday that more than 1,000 of its cell sites are now running on renewable energy as of August 2026, marking a key step in the company’s push toward cleaner and more reliable operations. The shift was made possible through the government’s Retail Aggregation Program, making Globe the first telecommunications provider in the country to reach this milestone.

DA, Nestlé partner to boost Bukidnon coffee yields, farmers

A better cup of coffee begins long before the beans reach the roaster. In Northern Mindanao, it starts with better planting materials, improved farming practices, and a partnership aimed at turning higher yields into better livelihoods for coffee farmers.
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