Filipino Student Innovators Rise to Global Stage Through TechQuest National Robotics Challenge

INSIDE A competition arena filled with moving robots, flashing sensors, and cheering students, a bigger story unfolded in Makati City: the rise of a new generation of Filipino innovators determined to prove that world-class talent can thrive anywhere in the Philippines.

DICT pushes for digital reform, simplification of gov't processes

THE DEPARTMENT of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) has underscored the importance of digitalizing, integrating, and simplifying government processes to benefit the public.

DICT to overhaul free WiFi program

THE DEPARTMENT of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) is set to overhaul the Free Wi-Fi Program, citing high costs and inefficiencies in the current setup.

DICT told to prioritize connectivity in remote, isolated areas

PRESIDENT FERDINAND R. Marcos Jr. has directed the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) to prioritize establishing connectivity in remote and isolated areas across the country.

House OKs 3 bills enhancing benefits for seniors, PWDs

THE HOUSE of Representatives on Wednesday approved on second reading three measures seeking to expand the benefits of senior citizens and persons with disability (PWDs).

PH faces heightened cyberattacks in upcoming elections

THE PHILIPPINES will face a greater risk of cyberattacks from foreign cyberthreat groups, especially in the coming elections, a threat assessment presentation said.

DOJ tasks NBI to probe ‘deepfake’ PBBM audio

THE DEPARTMENT of Justice (DOJ) on Thursday directed the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) to unravel the truth behind a social media content that has been manipulated using deepfake technology to make it appear as if President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. is directing the military to act against a particular country.

DICT seeks Japanese investments in PH's ICT sector

THE DEPARTMENT of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) sought the support of Japan's new envoy to the country to invite more Japanese companies to invest in the country’s ICT sector.

Padilla wants gambling-related online content banned

SENATOR ROBINHOOD Padilla has proposed to prohibit the online publication of materials, commentaries, and advertisements that promote or demonstrate gambling.

DICT eyes investments from Finland, Sweden

THE DEPARTMENT of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) aims to boost the country’s information and communications technology (ICT) sector through possible partnerships with investors and ICT companies from Finland and Sweden.

DBM releases P2.5B for Free Public Internet Access Program

THE DEPARTMENT of Budget and Management (DBM) has granted the release of almost PHP2.5 billion to the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) for the implementation of the Free Public Internet Access Program (FPIAP).

DICT to double free Wi-fi sites in 2024 to support eLGU implementation

THE DEPARTMENT of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) is planning to double the number of Wi-fi sites in the country this year under the Broadband ng Masa program to support the implementation of eLGU by the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG).

Congress website ‘temporarily unavailable’; investigation underway

HOUSE SECRETARY General Reginald Velasco on Sunday confirmed that the official website of the House of Representatives is experiencing “unauthorized access.”

PBBM admin eyes to complete national broadband connectivity by 2026

THE MARCOS administration is targeting to achieve total national fiber backbone connectivity by 2026, along with its efforts to provide free Wi-Fi connections to all villages, and is inviting investors to participate in the administration’s Internet connectivity projects.

Significant number of digital national IDs out before year-end

AS THE government pushes for the digitalization of its processes, issuance of a “significant portion” of digital national IDs by end-2023 is being targeted, with authorities assuring data protection of ID holders.

DICT inks P5.6-B int’l gateway investment with Japan

DEPARTMENT OF Information and Communications Technology (DICT) Secretary Ivan John Uy has reported that Japan’s telecom giant IPS Inc. has earmarked an additional USD100 million (PHP5.6 billion) in new investments into the Philippines for 2023 to 2024.

PBBM orders DICT, DOST to ensure better digital connectivity

PRESIDENT FERDINAND R. Marcos Jr. has directed the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) and the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) to work with satellite operator Kacific Broadband Satellites to improve digital connectivity in the Philippines.

Gov't digitalizes LGU services, reporting of crimes, emergencies

PRESIDENT FERDINAND R. Marcos Jr. on Monday led the launch of two systems that aim to further digitalize government services.

PNP, DICT ink MOA to boost anti-cybercrime drive

TO FURTHER improve the anti-cybercrime capabilities, the Philippine National Police (PNP) and the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) on Monday signed a memorandum of agreement to establish a harmonized and seamlessly coordinated ICT system.

PBBM wants Overseas Employment Certificates free for OFWs

PRESIDENT FERDIAND Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has directed the Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) to explore the possibility of making the application for Overseas Employment Certificate (OEC) free of charge.