Transport & Communications
PLDT pioneers network-launched authentication to fight online scams
PLDT Enterprise is introducing SmartSafe SilentAccess, a new technology designed to protect Filipinos from online scams linked to one-time passwords (OTPs).
Over 52M credentials exposed in PH 3Q data breaches
The Philippines recorded a sharp 49 percent increase in data breaches in the third quarter of 2025, exposing more than 52 million credentials in just three months, according to Viettel Cyber Security (VCS).
DICT extends tower license validity to 15 years
The Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) has extended the validity of tower licenses from five years to 15 years in a move to cut red tape and speed up the rollout of telecommunications infrastructure nationwide.
PAL expands flights for holiday travel rush
The Philippine Airlines (PAL) is ramping up its flight schedules and aircraft capacity to meet strong demand for international travel during the upcoming 2025 holiday season.
Dizon orders background checks on DPWH officials in transparency drive
Public Works Secretary Vince Dizon has asked the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) and several top business organizations to conduct background checks on 14 newly appointed Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) executives, as part of a wider effort to promote transparency and integrity in the agency.
