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    Treasury bill yields ease on strong demand, rate outlook

    Average rates on treasury bills declined at Monday’s auction as demand picked up, following signals from the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) that interest rates may be cut further amid slowing inflation.

    Mining sector optimistic on policy stability under incoming DENR chief Lotilla

    The Philippine Nickel Industry Association (PNIA) has expressed optimism over the upcoming leadership transition at the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR), anticipating policy continuity and regulatory improvements under incoming Secretary Raphael Lotilla.

    Lenovo unveils AI-powered security suite for underserved sectors

    Lenovo™ has launched ThinkShield Solutions, a new suite of enterprise-grade cybersecurity offerings designed specifically for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs), schools, and other organizations with limited IT resources. The release marks a significant expansion of Lenovo’s ThinkShield portfolio, targeting sectors increasingly victimized by cyberattacks.

    SEC cracks whip on online lenders over consumer protection breaches

    The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has taken decisive regulatory action against two online lending companies for violating key consumer protection and registration requirements, underscoring the agency’s heightened scrutiny of the fast-growing digital lending sector.

    Rice tariff stays at 15% as DA cautions vs inflation risks

    The Department of Agriculture (DA) is holding off on any rice tariff increases, saying it is not the right time, particularly with the summer harvest nearly concluded. Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. emphasized that any move to adjust tariffs must be carefully timed and coordinated with other economic managers.

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    DOE moves to modernize small-scale coal mining

    The Department of Energy (DOE) is updating the country's small-scale coal \mining (SSCM) program, aiming to make it more structured, transparent, and environmentally responsible. The agency said the draft framework introduces clearer rules on health and safety, labor protection, environmental safeguards, and operational accountability.

    Meralco upgrades Laguna Substation to boost power reliability

    The Manila Electric Co. (Meralco) has completed upgrades to its Calamba 230 kV-115 kV substation to improve electricity reliability for parts of Laguna and Batangas.

    PLDT, Smart on alert to keep connectivity amid #TinoPH

    As Tropical Cyclone Tino (international name: Kalmaegi) brings heavy rains and strong winds to parts of the Philippines, PLDT Inc. and its wireless arm Smart Communications, Inc. assured customers that their teams are prepared to maintain vital connectivity.

    52M credentials exposed as cyberattacks spike in PH

    The Philippines recorded a 49 percent increase in data breaches in the third quarter of 2025, exposing more than 52 million credentials in just three months, according to Viettel Cyber Security, one of Asia’s leading cybersecurity firms.
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