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Artificial intelligence is projected to unlock US$50.7 billion in economic value for Philippine businesses by 2030, driving growth and competitiveness. While most firms have started using AI, 65 percent remain stuck in pilot stages due to gaps in infrastructure, system integration, and skilled talent.

Smart Communications has launched Apple Pay for its subscribers, offering a fast, secure way to buy load and settle bills beginning August 4.

The Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCCI) has endorsed the proposed Pax Silica AI hub, calling it a "once-in-a-lifetime" opportunity for the country to secure a foothold in one of the world's fastest-growing industries and move up the global technology value chain.

Nearly half of Filipino households now own a dog or cat, creating an estimated 14 million pet-owning homes in 2025, up from around 12 million in 2021, according to Euromonitor. Riding that trend, the Philippine dog food market expanded by 10 percent in retail value in 2026 as consumers increasingly traded up to premium, functional and veterinarian-formulated diets, turning pet nutrition into one of the fastest-growing niches in the local consumer market.