Philippines books biggest improvement in 5G download speeds, video experience in Asia

Philippine Information Technology Organization April 9, 2022 No Comments

The Philippines booked the most significant uplift between 5G and 4G download speeds and video experience in the Asia Pacific as it registered 5G mobile technology download speeds of nearly nine times faster than 4G technology, according to the March 2022 Benchmarking the 5G Experience – Asia Pacific report of independent mobile analytics firm Opensignal.

 

It also had the biggest improvement in video experience, with Filipino users enjoying a 33% better video experience on 5G over 4G. The Philippines had an average 5G Download Speed of 136.6 Mbps during the data collection period from November 1, 2021, to January 29, 2022. (more…)

Ookla: Globe is most consistent PH mobile operator for Q1 2022

Philippine Information Technology Organization April 7, 2022 No Comments

Leading digital solutions platform Globe was the most consistent Philippine mobile operator in the first quarter of the year, according to global analytics firm Ookla®. In addition to this, Globe also won the best 5G mobile video award for the period of Q3-Q4 2021.

This translates to a better video experience for Globe customers using social media and streaming platforms such as Facebook Live, Netflix, and YouTube and those engaged in online gaming.

Based on the latest Ookla® Speedtest Intelligence® data in the country, Globe had a nationwide consistency score of 79.45 from January to March 2022 compared to 70.43 in the same period last year. The upward trend continues as Globe’s current score is even higher than the 79.02 registered during the fourth quarter of 2021. (more…)

Globe wins Ookla®’s Best 5G Video Experience Award in PH

Philippine Information Technology Organization April 6, 2022 No Comments

Globe has bagged Ookla®’s Best 5G Video Experience Award in the Philippines, proving that its customers are already reaping the fruits of the company’s massive network investment.

The Video Awards was launched by the network intelligence and connectivity insights global leader early this year based on local mobile networks’ performance in the third and fourth quarters of 2021.

To compute the video score of the different mobile networks, Ookla weighed the sum of multiple video metrics. It includes the proportion of tests that failed to start, time to load the first frame of video playback, quality of video loaded, the proportion of users who experienced at least one stall in video loading or playback, and the rebuffering ratio of users who experienced a stall. (more…)

Globe blocks more URLs, domains promoting child pornography

Philippine Information Technology Organization April 5, 2022 No Comments

Leading digital solutions platform Globe continues to step up its campaign against illegal sites carrying child pornography content and online gambling, blocking 11,320 URLs and 502 domains hosting lewd content, as well as 194 domains of illegal gambling since the start of the year. (more…)

Globe intensifies drive vs piracy as PH posts highest content piracy rate in Asia

Philippine Information Technology Organization March 31, 2022 No Comments

Globe has further intensified its drive against illegal streaming and downloading of content as the Philippines, together with Vietnam and Malaysia, again topped the list of Asian countries with the highest piracy rates.

Piracy has been a lingering problem around the world, posing a danger to the viability of businesses and the livelihood of content creators, and also exposing users to malware and other online threats.

“The ill-effects of online piracy cannot be underestimated. Globe continues to ramp up initiatives to mitigate, if not fully stop piracy, and make a positive societal impact. We also work with coalitions and partners like the Asia Video Industry Association (AVIA) and the IPOPHL to help address these challenges,” said Anton Bonifacio, Globe Chief Information Security Officer. (more…)

Cybersecurity leads boardroom agendas among ASEAN organizations in light of pandemic-induced shifts

Philippine Information Technology Organization March 30, 2022 No Comments

New research from Palo Alto Networks reveals more than half of Philippine organizations conduct high-level cybersecurity discussions monthly

Philippines – March 30, 2022 – Palo Alto Networks (NASDAQ: PANW), the global cybersecurity leader, today unveiled new research which found ASEAN business leaders prioritizing cybersecurity issues at the board level, as a result of the disruptions brought about by COVID-19. The State of Cybersecurity in ASEAN study surveyed 500 respondents representing businesses across the Philippines, Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, and Thailand on their response to the cybersecurity challenges in 2021 and outlook for the future. (more…)

NTT Ltd. launches its iNTTerconnected positioning, continues to aid businesses amid the pandemic

Philippine Information Technology Organization March 23, 2022 No Comments
  • World-leading global tech solutions provider, NTT Ltd. supports companies with their digital transformation amid the pandemic
  • Merger with DTSI, Dimension Data, and Emerio equipped the company to address challenges brought by the pandemic to businesses today
  • NTT’s cloud management, cybersecurity, data center, network and hybrid workplace solutions services aid businesses in adapting to pandemic working

Manila, Philippines – NTT Ltd., a world-leading global tech solutions provider, has recently announced its iNTTerconnected positioning, highlighting why connections matter now more than ever, as it continues to support businesses amid the pandemic. Its merger with Diversified Technology Systems Inc. Group (DTSI), Dimension Data Philippines, and Emerio have allowed NTT to provide next-level IT solutions, aiding companies in their transition to remote working and accelerating their digital transformation. Through iNTTerconnected, the company aims to bring together people, organizations, and communities, forming a connected world and investing in a future where connection will provide universal access to opportunity.

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Your company’s cloud resource made extra secure with Radius Cloud Express

Philippine Information Technology Organization March 22, 2022 No Comments

Zero-Trust Security for your cloud resources in an instant

Cybersecurity often takes precedence over any other component of a business that makes use of a computer and a public internet connection. Among the five techniques of acquiring cybersecurity is ensuring a safe space for your resources hosted in public and private cloud providers. (more…)