The Philippines' intellectual property rulebook was written when dial-up internet was still a novelty. Nearly three decades later, regulators say the law is showing its age.
What if the next big idea in architecture doesn't come from a gleaming skyscraper in New York or a futuristic smart city in Europe—but from a barangay road, a bamboo structure, or a centuries-old Filipino building tradition?
Every year, as red, white, blue, and yellow banners begin fluttering from homes, schools, government buildings, and even jeepneys, the Philippine flag quietly stages one of its most remarkable annual comebacks.
Filipino families preparing for the opening of School Year 2026–2027 may find some relief in their back-to-school budgets, as the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) reported stable and, in many cases, lower prices for essential school supplies.
Aboitiz Power Corporation has received official commendation from the Association of Southeast Asian Nations for its outstanding contributions to the region’s energy sector, with special recognition of its work in advancing nuclear energy cooperation, knowledge sharing, and skills development.
Barangay Galalan in Pangil, Laguna, finally has its own ambulance through LG Electronics Philippines’ “Life Saver on Wheels” project, ending years of relying on makeshift transport for emergencies.
The Department of Agriculture is exploring a partnership with DALI Everyday Grocery that would give local farmers steady, expanding direct sales channels and boost contract farming opportunities for cooperatives and producer groups.
Mynt Inc., operator of GCash, has drawn exceptionally strong domestic interest for its upcoming initial public offering, with state-run pension funds GSIS and SSS among those seeking shares, and lead arranger BDO Capital urging that more stock be set aside for local investors.