Konektadong Pinoy Act: A Game-Changer for Internet Access & Digital Security in the Philippines
The Senate of the Philippines has taken a major step toward digital transformation with the approval of the Konektadong Pinoy…
What is a Starlink Ground Station and Why is It Important in the Philippines?
Starlink, the satellite internet service developed by SpaceX, is transforming global internet connectivity, especially in underserved areas. While its constellation…
Possible Cause of the .edu.ph DNS Downtime: Insights & Recommendations
The recent downtime of the .edu.ph DNS has raised significant concerns, especially as it disrupted access to educational institutions’ online…
Sen. Gatchalian Urges Faster, Broader Rollout of Free WIFI Program, Eyes Public School Coverage
Senator Win Gatchalian is calling for a more efficient rollout of the government’s FREE WIFI program, emphasizing the need to…
Senators Criticize DICT’s Inefficiencies, Poor Implementation of FREE WiFi Project, in Lengthy Budget Hearing
The Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) came under fire during a marathon Senate finance committee hearing last 02…
Philippines Implements 12% VAT on Digital Services, Leveling the Playing Field for Local Providers
In a move aimed at promoting equitable taxation and supporting the local digital economy, the Philippines has enacted Republic Act…
Sen. Sherwin “Win” Gatchalian on BIR Digitalization & Transparency in Government
At the sidelines of a recent media conference hosted by the Asian Consulting Group (ACG), members of the media had…
BIR Announces Exemption of Annual Registration Fee for Business Taxpayers
Business taxpayers in the Philippines will now enjoy relief from the annual registration fee, as announced by the Bureau of…
Lalamove Empowers Education; 100 Partner Drivers’ Families Receive BiyahEdukasyon Financial Aid
Lalamove, the leading on-demand delivery platform, awards PHP20,000 worth of educational financial assistance to 100 partner driver beneficiaries as part…
The Severity of a Government Agency Being Hacked by Ransomware
In recent years, the world has witnessed a disturbing trend in the realm of cybersecurity: the increasing frequency and severity…
Sen. Gatchalian: Future Cybersecurity Experts Start from Basic Education
Cybersecurity is an important issue in the Philippines, as in any country. The archipelago is vulnerable to cyber threats such…
SIM Card Registration Act Vetoed; A Win for #PrivacyPH
On Good Friday, 15 April 2022, the Malacañan Palace announced the good news (for privacy advocates in the country, at…
Sen. Gatchalian Vows for the Passage of Philippine Satellite Internet Law
Senator Sherwin “Win” Gatchalian vowed to pursue the enactment of Senate Bill No. 2250 (proposed Satellite-Based Technologies for Internet Connectivity…