Communications & Technology
DICT seeks P18-B 2027 budget to expand digital services and infrastructure
The Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) is asking Congress for an P18-billion budget for 2027 to boost the country’s digital services and infrastructure.
AI could add $50.7B to PH economy by 2030
Artificial intelligence is projected to unlock US$50.7 billion in economic value for Philippine businesses by 2030, driving growth and competitiveness. While most firms have started using AI, 65 percent remain stuck in pilot stages due to gaps in infrastructure, system integration, and skilled talent.
Smart rolls out Apple Pay for load and bill payments starting Aug. 4
Smart Communications has launched Apple Pay for its subscribers, offering a fast, secure way to buy load and settle bills beginning August 4.
PCCI calls AI hub Philippines’ chance to reshape economy
The Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCCI) has endorsed the proposed Pax Silica AI hub, calling it a "once-in-a-lifetime" opportunity for the country to secure a foothold in one of the world's fastest-growing industries and move up the global technology value chain.
Atome, ECPay launch in-app mobile load purchases via Atome Card
Atome Philippines has partnered with ECPay to let users buy Globe, SMART, and DITO prepaid load directly through the Atome app and pay using their Atome Card. ECPay is part of Mynt, Globe Telecom’s fintech arm that runs GCash, and operates one of the country’s largest payment networks.
