Communications & Technology
DICT probes Senate website defacement: No data breach found so far
The Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) announced Thursday it is investigating an early morning defacement of the official Senate website. Right after the incident was reported, the National Computer Emergency Response Team coordinated with the Senate’s IT team to contain the issue and begin recovery. The site is now under temporary maintenance while security checks are done.
AI gives sari-sari stores a sales edge
Artificial intelligence is making inroads into the Philippines’ vast network of sari-sari stores, helping neighborhood retailers boost sales, sharpen inventory decisions, and compete more effectively in an increasingly data-driven marketplace.
Clark renews digital backbone deal with PLDT unit
The Clark Development Corp. (CDC) has renewed its partnership with PLDT Clarktel Inc., reinforcing the digital infrastructure that supports one of the country's fastest-growing investment hubs as competition among economic zones increasingly hinges on technology and connectivity.
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).
