Communications & Technology
Philippines turns leaner innovation inputs into gains
The Philippines is punching above its weight in innovation, delivering relatively strong results despite weaker underlying inputs, according to the 2026 Global Innovation Index (GII).
MGen, VITRO seal deal to explore joint data center projects
Meralco PowerGen Corp. (MGen) and PLDT Group’s VITRO REIT Inc. have signed a memorandum of understanding to jointly study and build sustainable, power-integrated digital infrastructure across the Philippines, the firms announced Wednesday.
PCTO raises due process, transparency concerns over NTC sanctions on telcos
The Philippine Chamber of Telecommunication Operators (PCTO) has expressed serious concerns over recent sanctions handed down by the National Telecommunications Commission (NTC) against major telecommunications firms, citing issues with fairness, clarity of standards, and potential impact on service improvements.
PEZA targets robotics boom with new export cluster
The Philippines is positioning itself for a bigger role in the global robotics industry as the Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA) assembles an export ecosystem spanning robot components, finished machines and the data powering physical artificial intelligence.
NTC tightens rules on refurbished phone trade
Consumers buying refurbished phones and other used gadgets could get more protection under proposed rules from the National Telecommunications Commission (NTC) aimed at keeping stolen, tampered and defective devices out of the market.
