Communications & Technology
PhilWeb secures AI push via Gokongwei deal
PhilWeb Corp. has secured a P2.02-billion strategic equity investment from businessman Lance Y. Gokongwei, marking a major capital boost that will accelerate its shift toward becoming an artificial intelligence-enabled technology infrastructure provider for the regulated digital entertainment sector.
BIR pilots digital trade window, streamlines import process
Bureau of Internal Revenue has joined the pilot rollout of the Department of Information and Communications Technology–led National Single Window–Integrated Trade Facilitation Platform (NSW-ITFP), marking a key step in the government’s push to digitize trade documentation and strengthen tax administration.
DICT rolls out digital IDs for delivery riders under new licensing system
The Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) has launched digital identification for delivery personnel to boost consumer protection, curb fraud, and formally recognize legitimate workers.
DITO launches secure verification service, aligns with anti-fraud rules
DITO Telecommunity Corp. has commercially introduced DITO Verified, a new authentication service developed with global provider Shush Inc. to fight rising digital fraud. This makes DITO the first telecommunications firm in the Philippines to offer a unified carrier-native verification solution.
Globe calls for technology-neutral policies to build inclusive national connectivity
Globe Telecom Inc. is advocating for policies that do not favor any single technology, in order to encourage innovation while maintaining strict standards for service quality, security, consumer rights, and fair competition.
