Logitech, the global leader in PC and gaming peripherals, is thrilled to introduce the Logitech Pebble 2 Combo. This dynamic duo promises to redefine how today’s Gen Z and millennials work, play, and express themselves. Combining style, functionality, and eco-friendliness, these accessories are more than just gadgets — they’re lifestyle statements. The Logitech Pebble 2 […]
Trend Micro Incorporated (TYO: 4704; TSE: 4704), a global cybersecurity leader, revealed that cyber risk levels in Asia Pacific (APAC) have improved from the first half to the second half of 2022, according to its latest survey on cyber risk. Nevertheless, organizations remain pessimistic about the threat landscape, with 82% anticipating successful attacks this year. […]
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) announced that the Philippines and Singapore are now intensifying their cooperation to integrate their respective payment systems. IMAGE CREDIT: https://asianbankingandfinance.net/ During a courtesy visit to BSP Governor Eli Remolona Jr. at the Philippine Central Bank’s headquarters in Manila, Constance See Sin Yuan, Ambassador Designate of Singapore to the Philippines, […]
Amazon Web Services, Inc. (AWS), an Amazon.com, Inc. company (NASDAQ: AMZN), today announced five generative artificial intelligence (AI) innovations, so organizations of all sizes can build new generative AI applications, enhance employee productivity, and transform their businesses. Today’s announcement includes the general availability of Amazon Bedrock, a fully managed service that makes foundation models (FMs) […]
In an ongoing effort to combat scams, frauds, and account takeovers, the country’s most popular finance super app, GCash, is now barring “jailbroken” and “rooted” devices — effective immediately — as a precautionary step against potential security weaknesses of modified smartphones. Meanwhile, devices running in “developer mode”, in which some users configure the operating system […]
By Jan Michael Carpo, Reporter The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has reduced its economic growth forecast for the Philippines in 2023 due to rising prices and outside challenges. In its “Asian Development Outlook September 2023 report,” the ADB stated that it is lowering its growth forecast for the country to 5.7 percent this year — […]
Following the full enforcement of the SIM registration law, the Philippine National Police Anti-Cybercrime Group (PNP ACG) has recently raised the curtain on the ever-evolving tactics of scammers. In a media advisory, the PNP ACG said: “While we’ve seen a promising 50% decrease in SIM card-related crimes (from 2,318 cases one month before the full […]
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) has set up an exhibit recently showcasing local micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) as part of the Alliance for Financial Inclusion (AFI) 2023 Global Policy Forum (GPF). The exhibit was held at the Philippine International Convention Center (PICC) from September 12 to 15. Photo shows (from left) DOT-NCR […]
Global cloud leader joins forces with technology partners to accelerate application development innovation. Alibaba Cloud, the digital technology and intelligence backbone of Alibaba Group, today announced a series of innovative AI products and services at the 2023 Alibaba Cloud Global Summit. The comprehensive set of new products is designed to meet the burgeoning demand for […]
Speaking during this year’s Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) Annual Meeting Flagship Event: Enhancing Connectivity in a Challenging World, Finance Secretary Benjamin E. Diokno has underscored the need for innovative financing solutions to support physical and digital connectivity projects. The flagship event was held last September 26 at Sharm El Sheikh in Egypt and explored […]
