Transport & Communications
DITO backs Konektadong Pinoy Law, cites business and security opportunities
DITO Telecommunity Corp. announced Thursday it will not oppose the newly enacted Konektadong Pinoy Act, choosing instead to participate actively in shaping its implementing rules and regulations (IRR), particularly on cybersecurity and service standards.
Philippines, Japan deepen ODA ties in high-level infrastructure talks
Senior Japanese and Philippine officials held high-level discussions on the progress and future direction of key infrastructure and development cooperation projects under Japan’s Official Development Assistance (ODA) program during a visit by the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) Parliamentary League to the Philippines.
GCash launches ‘Tap to Pay’ for contactless global payments
Philippine fintech firm GCash has launched Tap to Pay, a new contactless payment feature that allows users to make transactions by simply tapping their NFC-enabled Android phones on Mastercard-accepting terminals worldwide.
Cebu Pacific adds direct Cebu–El Nido Flights, expands domestic reach
Cebu Pacific will launch daily direct flights between Cebu and El Nido beginning 26 October, further strengthening its domestic network and enhancing inter-island connectivity in the Philippines.
Globe raises alarm over Konektadong Pinoy Act’s security, regulatory gaps
Globe Telecom has expressed serious concerns over the recently enacted Konektadong Pinoy Act, which lapsed into law on August 24 without the President's signature.
