Philippines launches initiatives to become global hub for climate tech innovation

Dr. Napoleon K. Juanillo, DOST Assistant Secretary for Technology Transfer, Communication and Commercialization; Winston Damarillo, DEVCON Philippines Founder and President; Dr. Renato U. Solidum, Jr., DOST Secretary; Br. Bernard S. Oca FSC, DLSU President; Atty. Mike Gerald David, Animo Labs Executive Director; and Dominique De Leon, DEVCON Philippines Executive Director

MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines is seizing the opportunity to become the global hub for climate technology innovation, leveraging the partnership among the Department of Science and Technology (DOST), De La Salle University (DLSU), and DEVCON Philippines (DEVCON). (more…)

Bossjob introduces AI-powered recruitment solutions for SMEs at National Retail Conference Expo 2024

24 September 2024, Manila, PhilippinesBossjob, the chat-first career platform for professional hiring in Southeast Asia (SEA), showcased its innovative Artificial Intelligence (AI)-driven solutions for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) at the National Retail Conference Expo (NRCE) 2024. (more…)

Over 1,100 participants attended 2024 Trend Micro’s annual free-for-all cybersecurity conference

MANDALUYONG, Metro Manila — 12 September, 2024 — On its 8th year of hosting its free-for-all cybersecurity conference DECODE, leading cybersecurity firm Trend Micro registered a record-breaking 1,100+ attendees last September 10, at EDSA Shangri-la Hotel, Mandaluyong. Local information technology (IT) and cybersecurity professionals came together for a full day of networking, talks, panel discussions, and hands-on activities that highlighted how fusing technologies will aid in pushing forward toward a more resilient and secure future. (more…)

Zoho invests in enhancing Philippine businesses’ human capital development and promoting digital transformation

With over 400 attendees, Zoho's user conference, Zoholics, convenes in Manila and remains as Zoho's most highly attended event in the South East Asian region.

Manila, 30 August 2024Zoho Corporation, a leading global technology company, recognizes the significant growth opportunities for Philippine businesses through effective software solutions. According to Statista, leveraging digital technologies could unlock US$101.3 billion in annual economic value by 2030 in the Philippines. However, the digital skills gap among the workforce remains a key challenge. As Zoho continues to innovate with new product features and artificial intelligence (AI) enhancements, it remains crucial for us to engage customers actively, ensuring their employees are equipped with the necessary skills to maximize the benefits of our solutions. (more…)

Global study highlights biometrics as solution to counter escalating deepfake risk

The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly is a global survey commissioned by iProov.
  • 70% of organizations believe deepfake attacks will have a high impact
  • 73% of organizations surveyed are implementing cybersecurity solutions to address the threat of deepfakes
  • 75% of solutions being implemented to address deepfakes are biometric solutions
  • 62% worry their organization isn’t taking the threat of deepfakes seriously enough

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Coins.ph welcomes two-time Olympic medalist Nesthy Petecio as new endorser

MANILA, Philippines – August 20, 2024Coins.ph, the leading cryptocurrency exchange in the Philippines, is thrilled to announce two-time Olympic boxing medalist Nesthy Petecio as its newest endorser. Petecio, a beloved olympic hero who recently clinched a medal for the Philippines at the Paris 2024 Olympics, embodies the spirit of perseverance and excellence that Coins.ph values. (more…)