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Campus DEVCON Summit Empowers 700+ Young Minds in CALABARZON to Shape the Future of Tech

DEVCON, the Philippines' leading tech and developer community, concluded its biggest CALABARZON regional campus summit, Tech Nexus, held in University of Batangas – Lipa. The event gathered over 700 students from more than 30 schools across Cavite, Laguna, Batangas, Rizal, and Quezon. Celebrating a Year of Growth and Announces Exciting Initiatives Following successful DEVCON Summits in Mindanao and Visayas, Tech Nexus capped off a year marked by innovation and community building for DEVCON’s Summit series. The event featured various activities like emerging technology talks, panel discussions, and breakout talks designed to inspire and equip the next generation of techies. DEVCON Founder and President Winston L. Damarillo graced the event with a welcome address, emphasizing the organization's dedication to nurturing Filipino tech talent. He also revealed two exciting initiatives: Climate Innovation Summit: Scheduled for February 27th, 2024 at De La Salle University in Malate, Man

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Transforming Lives, One Smile at a Time: Listerine and Operation Smile Launch Speech Camp for Kids with Cleft Conditions

This holiday season, Listerine and Operation Smile Philippines (OSP) are spreading hope and transforming lives with the Gift A Smile Campaign. Through this inspiring initiative, five Speech Camps have been launched across the country, offering free speech therapy and oral health education to children who had gone corrective cleft surgeries. These camps not only help children rediscover their voices but also empower them with healthy, confident smiles – making the season brighter for families nationwide. With cleft conditions affecting 1 in 700 babies born globally, the challenges go beyond physical appearance. Children with cleft palate often struggle with speech and are more vulnerable to oral health issues. While surgery addresses structural concerns, comprehensive cleft care, such as speech therapy, is essential for their development. As part of its mission to transform lives, Listerine partnered with Operation Smile Philippines to donate ₱10 per bottle sold from September 22 to D

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DITO Teams up with ZTE to deploy 32TR Massive MIMO in the Philippines, Boosting Network Ccapacity and Efficiency

ZTE Corporation, a global leading provider of integrated information and communication technology solutions, has partnered with DITO Telecommunity to revolutionize the Philippines' network infrastructure through the deployment of TDD Massive MIMO technology. This collaboration marks a significant milestone in enhancing mobile connectivity and capacity across the country. As the Philippines' third-largest telco, DITO has consistently redefined the local telecom landscape since its launch in 2019. With over 7,000 physical sites, an 86% network coverage rate, and more than 13 million active users, DITO is driving rapid growth, particularly in 5G services, where it leads competitors in speed and user experience. To address its rapidly growing 4G demand, DITO sought innovative solutions to optimize its spectrum resources and network capacity. In 2024, DITO conducted a comprehensive evaluation of TDD Massive MIMO technologies, comparing 8T8R, 64T64R, and other configurations. After in-dept

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Coronis Health Partners with Paywatch to Gift Employees Financial Freedom in Time for the Holidays

Coronis Health, a leading healthcare BPO provider, has partnered with Paywatch, a global financial wellness platform, to introduce an innovative Earned Wage Access (EWA) solution for its employees. Just in time for the holidays, this collaboration underscores Coronis Health's dedication to empowering employees with financial stability, reducing seasonal stress, and fostering overall wellness. The launch of this initiative allows Coronis Health employees to access a portion of their earned wages anytime, eliminating reliance on loans or cash advances during emergencies or heightened holiday spending. With this innovative offering, Coronis Health continues to lead the way in employee-centric workplace practices, aligning with its commitment to enhancing the well-being of its workforce. “At Coronis Health, we understand the financial challenges many employees face, especially during the holiday season,” said Marvin Jason Rodriguez, Country Director, HR and Corporate Services of Coronis

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Fortinet Cyberthreat Predictions for 2025: Get Ready for Bigger, Bolder, AI-Driven Attacks

Fortinet, the global cybersecurity leader driving the convergence of networking and security, has unveiled its 2025 Cyberthreat Predictions Report, offering critical insights into the evolving cyber-attack landscape. While adversaries continue to leverage classic tactics that have persisted for decades, the report highlights a shift toward more ambitious, sophisticated, and destructive strategies. Cybercrime-as-a-Service (CaaS) groups are becoming increasingly specialized, and attackers are adopting playbooks that blend digital and physical threats to execute highly targeted and impactful attacks. Developed by FortiGuard Labs, the report examines the evolution of traditional attack methods, emerging trends shaping the future of cybercrime, and actionable recommendations for organizations to strengthen their resilience. It provides a forward-looking view of the challenges posed by a rapidly changing threat landscape and equips businesses with the insights needed to proactively defend a

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GCash Banners Support for Filipino MSMEs at Singapore Fintech Festival 2024

Supporting the growth of micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) from their inception to maturity will help build a stronger and more inclusive economy for the Philippines. This was the key insight that GCash, the Philippines' leading finance super app and largest cashless ecosystem in the country, emphasized before global fintech leaders during the recent Singapore Fintech Festival, the premier financial technology event that brought together industry leaders, innovators, and stakeholders from around the world. During a panel discussion at the SFF 2024 main stage titled, "Safeguarding the Economy’s Backbone: Accelerating Global SME Financing through Digital Services”, GCash president and CEO Martha Sazon emphasized that supporting MSMEs is not merely about offering products or services, but about enabling these businesses to reach their full potential. "We journey with our customers from being small and struggling to growing and becoming bigger because each MSME is on a journe

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DITO Caps Off the Year with Philippines' Fastest Mobile Network Award

In this season of love and thanksgiving, DITO Telecommunity, the fastest-growing telco provider in the country, sends its heartfelt gratitude as DITO ends the year with another significant milestone. During the recently concluded DITO year-end thanksgiving, DITO Chief Executive Officer Eric Alberto announced that the young telco is now the Philippines' Fastest Mobile Network* as awarded by independent mobile analytics company Opensignal, dominating in 14 categories and outranking the two telco giants in the speed race. "I'm honored to share with all of you that independent mobile analytics Opensignal awarded DITO as the Fastest Mobile Network in the Philippines, where we excelled in the speed race. These milestones are not just accomplishments nor mere awards; they are reflections of DITO's dedication and affirm the strength and reliability of our network," Alberto said. Based on Opensignal's October 2024 Mobile Network Experience report, DITO stood out in the awards, earning recogn

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Globe Joins Google and AWS for Data and AI Hackathons to Empower Future Tech Leaders

In today's rapidly evolving digital landscape, data and AI are essential tools for progress. Globe recognizes the urgency of equipping young Filipinos with the skills to navigate this new reality. Through the company’s “Data and Analytics for Good” project, Globe is taking action by providing hands-on learning experiences and fostering a culture of innovation. Through such programs, Globe is not just building a future-ready workforce; it’s empowering the next generation of tech leaders to shape a better world. As part of its Data and Analytics for Good initiative, Globe recently hosted a series of lectures and hackathons for university students, partnering with industry giants Google and AWS. These events provided a unique platform for students to gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge AI technologies and collaborate on solutions with real-world impact. Centered on the theme “Fusion of D.AI.TA,” the events highlighted the critical role of Generative AI, the integration of data i

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Ready to Get Intimate? Here Are 5 Sexual Health Essentials You Must Know

The wisdom holds true: prevention is better than treatment. In the case of our sexual health, this cannot be more true. Whether you’re looking to protect yourself from sexually transmitted infections (STIs), prevent an unintended pregnancy, or simply want to feel more informed, knowing all the sexual and reproductive health options available to you is the first step. From trusted contraceptives to tools that help track your fertility, there’s a world of resources designed to support your sexual well-being and empower your decisions. According to the 2022 Philippine National Demographic and Health Survey (PNDHS), 98 percent of the women surveyed, aged 15 to 49 years old, said that they know at least one contraception method. The most popular method is pills (97%), followed by condoms (96%), female sterilization (86%), and injectables (85%). While this widespread awareness is encouraging and a step in the right direction, merely knowing one method isn't enough to fully empower individu

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Samsung Highlights Strong Business Solutions With Key Institutional Partnerships

As part of its goal to future-proof businesses, enterprises, and government agencies through digital transformation, Samsung Electronics Philippines has recently cemented several key institutional partnerships that will help bring connected experiences nationwide. While the company takes pride in its strong direct-to-consumer offerings, Samsung is also focused on bolstering its B2B segment by exploring how its technology can be leveraged to drive growth and success across different verticals and industries. Through Samsung’s recent partnerships with companies in Metro Manila, Visayas, and Mindanao, it looks forward to helping them do more and making their customers’ lives easier and better. All-around solutions for countless business needs To deliver connected experiences for businesses, Samsung provides more connected, easy-to-control building management technology with its B-IOT platform, boosts business security through its Knox Platform, and creates immersive and engaging retai

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