Communications & Technology
Globe deploys Starlink satellite service after Mindanao quake
Globe Telecom, with Elon Musk’s Starlink, has launched satellite-to-mobile service in South Cotabato, Sultan Kudarat, and Sarangani following a magnitude 7.8 earthquake. Approved quickly by the NTC, it is Globe’s first use of this tech for emergency response in the country.
PLDT eyes REIT listing for data center unit VITRO
PLDT Inc. announced Tuesday its board approved plans to potentially list its data center assets under subsidiary VITRO Inc. as a real estate investment trust (REIT).
Philippine creative sector hits growth, IP hurdles
The Philippines’ creative economy is booming, contributing over 7 percent of gross domestic products in 2025 and gaining traction as a competitive player in the global market.
DICT eyes $30B AI investments under 7-year masterplan
The Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) aims to draw $30 billion in investments over seven years through its Philippines AI+ Infrastructure Masterplan (PAIIM 2033). Secretary Henry Rhoel Aguda said approval from the Economic Development Committee is targeted by July, with final institutionalization via an Executive Order afterward.
DICT monitors connectivity post Sarangani Bay quake; Starlink units deployed
Following the magnitude 7.8 earthquake in Sarangani Bay, the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) is closely tracking telecom services across affected regions. Globe reported full operations, while Smart remains largely functional with only weak signal issues noted in parts of General Santos City, even after successfully sending emergency alerts.
