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By Cathy Rose A. Garcia, Editor-in-Chief
\nCHICAGO – Developments in artificial intelligence (AI) are accelerating at exponential rates, and companies are expected to adopt AI at a faster pace in the next few months, according to data activation company Boomi.
\n“I think we are going to start seeing enterprise-wide adoption of AI. I think we’ve reached a point where we understand the risks, we understand the value,” Dan McAllister, senior vice president of global alliances and channels at Boomi, told 大象传媒 on the sidelines of Boomi World here on May 13.
\n“We understand the cost model. And it’s matured enough where companies can actually start making real decisions based on RoI (return on investment), based on risk profile, based on tasks that they want to have accomplished,” he added.
\nMr. McAllister said Boomi’s role is to help companies achieve all these things as it provides a strategic foundation for integration, application programming interfaces (API), data, automation, and agentic AI.
\n“I think technology has caught up to the outcomes that customers want to achieve. We’ve seen enough to now take some action. You’re going to see some people take some bets and put this out in the market. Of course, there will be those that left behind. There will be ones that go too fast. But we’re going to start seeing some real success,” he said.
\nAs VP for global alliances and channels, Mr. McAllister’s role is to manage the company’s go-to-market partnerships and commercialized partnerships. This includes systems integrator relationships, product alliances, and OEM (original equipment manufacturer) partners that package Boomi within their own solutions.
\nBoomi currently has around 300 OEM partners, and around 400 active systems integration partners.
\nMr. McAllister said Boomi is already a very successful company with hundreds of partners that were successful in their go-to-market strategy.
\n“I felt that we could leverage that as well as modify it a bit to really help the business grow… Our win rate is three times of what it is when we work alone. And so it’s when you think about what kind of an impact a partner can have, that’s pretty impressive,” he said.
\nIn selecting partners, Mr. McAllister said Boomi is looking for companies that are “bringing value to their customers and are essentially winning on their own”.
\n“But we can provide value to them within their go-to-market strategy,” he added.
\nFor systems integration partners, he said they are looking for those with technical or industry expertise.
\n“We look for partners who have that (expertise) because now they can apply our solution to the problem. It’s a bit like we give them the raw materials, they build the house,” he said.
\nAmong the recent announcements at Boomi World, Mr. McAllister highlighted Boomi Companion and Boomi Connect as the most notable developments.
\nBoomi Companion aims to accelerate agentic engineering on the Boomi enterprise platform. Developers can now design, build, test, deploy, and diagnose integrations through natural language using their preferred AI tools.
\nBoomi Connect provides secure, governed connectivity between AI tools such as Claude, Copilot and Gemini, and enterprise applications through managed, Model Context Protocol (MCP)-enabled tools.
\nCUSTOMER EXPERIENCE
\nMeanwhile, Serco, a leading public services organization, has modernized its operations by leveraging Boomi AI agents and accelerating enterprise-wide integration initiatives.
Kiran Narayan, director for products and digital capabilities at Serco Australia, said the company was already using Boomi when they discovered that powerful AI capabilities were already available within the platform.
\nIn an interview on the sidelines of Boomi World, Mr. Narayan said they were privy to the early access program for AgentStudio, and they started experimenting on the different agents.
\n“Boomi’s integration also has had a lot of improvements through the process. We have had significant recalibration of our processes… It created more efficiency,” he said.
\nWith Boomi, Serco has significantly lowered integration complexity and time-to-delivery. Using Boomi Scribe, Serco said that documentation that once required 40-60 hours now takes only 6-12 hours. Individual documentation tasks dropped to 15 minutes from three hours previously.
\nMr. Narayan said Boomi has a “very good support system” for customers like Serco.
\n“Boomi clearly differentiates itself with a very positive approach and culture in helping every customer, regardless of the size, regardless of where they are around the globe, with the best possible team equipped to support,” he said.
\nMr. Narayan said he is very excited about the new innovations such as Boomi Orchestrate and Boomi Companion.
\n“I’m a technologist at heart. I’m seeing so many possibilities,” he said.
\n", "content_text": "By Cathy Rose A. Garcia, Editor-in-Chief\nCHICAGO – Developments in artificial intelligence (AI) are accelerating at exponential rates, and companies are expected to adopt AI at a faster pace in the next few months, according to data activation company Boomi.\n“I think we are going to start seeing enterprise-wide adoption of AI. I think we’ve reached a point where we understand the risks, we understand the value,” Dan McAllister, senior vice president of global alliances and channels at Boomi, told 大象传媒 on the sidelines of Boomi World here on May 13.\n“We understand the cost model. And it’s matured enough where companies can actually start making real decisions based on RoI (return on investment), based on risk profile, based on tasks that they want to have accomplished,” he added.\nMr. McAllister said Boomi’s role is to help companies achieve all these things as it provides a strategic foundation for integration, application programming interfaces (API), data, automation, and agentic AI.\n“I think technology has caught up to the outcomes that customers want to achieve. We’ve seen enough to now take some action. You’re going to see some people take some bets and put this out in the market. Of course, there will be those that left behind. There will be ones that go too fast. But we’re going to start seeing some real success,” he said.\nAs VP for global alliances and channels, Mr. McAllister’s role is to manage the company’s go-to-market partnerships and commercialized partnerships. This includes systems integrator relationships, product alliances, and OEM (original equipment manufacturer) partners that package Boomi within their own solutions.\nBoomi currently has around 300 OEM partners, and around 400 active systems integration partners.\nMr. McAllister said Boomi is already a very successful company with hundreds of partners that were successful in their go-to-market strategy.\n“I felt that we could leverage that as well as modify it a bit to really help the business grow… Our win rate is three times of what it is when we work alone. And so it’s when you think about what kind of an impact a partner can have, that’s pretty impressive,” he said.\nIn selecting partners, Mr. McAllister said Boomi is looking for companies that are “bringing value to their customers and are essentially winning on their own”.\n“But we can provide value to them within their go-to-market strategy,” he added.\nFor systems integration partners, he said they are looking for those with technical or industry expertise.\n“We look for partners who have that (expertise) because now they can apply our solution to the problem. It’s a bit like we give them the raw materials, they build the house,” he said.\nAmong the recent announcements at Boomi World, Mr. McAllister highlighted Boomi Companion and Boomi Connect as the most notable developments.\nBoomi Companion aims to accelerate agentic engineering on the Boomi enterprise platform. Developers can now design, build, test, deploy, and diagnose integrations through natural language using their preferred AI tools.\nBoomi Connect provides secure, governed connectivity between AI tools such as Claude, Copilot and Gemini, and enterprise applications through managed, Model Context Protocol (MCP)-enabled tools.\nCUSTOMER EXPERIENCE\nMeanwhile, Serco, a leading public services organization, has modernized its operations by leveraging Boomi AI agents and accelerating enterprise-wide integration initiatives.\nKiran Narayan, director for products and digital capabilities at Serco Australia, said the company was already using Boomi when they discovered that powerful AI capabilities were already available within the platform.\nIn an interview on the sidelines of Boomi World, Mr. Narayan said they were privy to the early access program for AgentStudio, and they started experimenting on the different agents.\n“Boomi’s integration also has had a lot of improvements through the process. We have had significant recalibration of our processes… It created more efficiency,” he said.\nWith Boomi, Serco has significantly lowered integration complexity and time-to-delivery. Using Boomi Scribe, Serco said that documentation that once required 40-60 hours now takes only 6-12 hours. Individual documentation tasks dropped to 15 minutes from three hours previously.\nMr. Narayan said Boomi has a “very good support system” for customers like Serco.\n“Boomi clearly differentiates itself with a very positive approach and culture in helping every customer, regardless of the size, regardless of where they are around the globe, with the best possible team equipped to support,” he said.\nMr. Narayan said he is very excited about the new innovations such as Boomi Orchestrate and Boomi Companion.\n“I’m a technologist at heart. I’m seeing so many possibilities,” he said.", "date_published": "2026-05-22T11:07:52+08:00", "date_modified": "2026-05-22T11:07:52+08:00", "authors": [ { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/agarwalekwensi/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/63a6222a994ecdcd0783bb257b7c4e6d18b49dfa789dd168af5420ab8a45082c?s=512&d=mm&r=g" } ], "author": { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/agarwalekwensi/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/63a6222a994ecdcd0783bb257b7c4e6d18b49dfa789dd168af5420ab8a45082c?s=512&d=mm&r=g" }, "image": "/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Boomi2.jpg", "tags": [ "Cathy Rose A. Garcia", "Corporate", "Technology" ] }, { "id": "/?p=751287", "url": "/technology/2026/05/21/751287/dito-launches-streamzone-offers-streaming-focused-data-package/", "title": "DITO launches StreamZone, offers streaming-focused data package", "content_html": "DITO Telecommunity Corp.\u00a0 has launched DITO StreamZone, a new line of prepaid offers designed for streaming users, led by StreamZone199, a P199 package that bundles mobile data, platform access, and other digital inclusions.
\nStreamZone199 includes 11GB of streaming data and 11GB of all-access data with data rollover, along with unlimited calls and texts to all networks, DITO said in a statement.
\nThe package also comes with 30-day access to Prime Video, iWant, and BLAST TV, and supports access to other streaming platforms, including Netflix, VivaMax, Viva One, DashFlix, and iQIYI.
\nDITO said the offering is aimed at addressing the growing demand for mobile-based entertainment in the country, as more users shift to streaming content on their devices.
\n\u201cDITO positions the StreamZone lineup as a streaming-aligned bundle that integrates data access, content platforms, and added value \u2014 designed not only to support seamless viewing experiences, but to enhance the overall entertainment experience for Ditozens,\u201d it said.
\nStreamZone199 is available nationwide via the DITO app. \u2014 Edg Adrian A. Eva
\n", "content_text": "DITO Telecommunity Corp.\u00a0 has launched DITO StreamZone, a new line of prepaid offers designed for streaming users, led by StreamZone199, a P199 package that bundles mobile data, platform access, and other digital inclusions.\nStreamZone199 includes 11GB of streaming data and 11GB of all-access data with data rollover, along with unlimited calls and texts to all networks, DITO said in a statement.\nThe package also comes with 30-day access to Prime Video, iWant, and BLAST TV, and supports access to other streaming platforms, including Netflix, VivaMax, Viva One, DashFlix, and iQIYI.\nDITO said the offering is aimed at addressing the growing demand for mobile-based entertainment in the country, as more users shift to streaming content on their devices.\n\u201cDITO positions the StreamZone lineup as a streaming-aligned bundle that integrates data access, content platforms, and added value \u2014 designed not only to support seamless viewing experiences, but to enhance the overall entertainment experience for Ditozens,\u201d it said.\nStreamZone199 is available nationwide via the DITO app. \u2014 Edg Adrian A. Eva", "date_published": "2026-05-21T18:45:48+08:00", "date_modified": "2026-05-21T18:45:48+08:00", "authors": [ { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/cedadiantityclea/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/fc38d2668fdee8f1e2b22df5e72ae6f4ad265ab7814de4aa60060edd377a70ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" } ], "author": { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/cedadiantityclea/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/fc38d2668fdee8f1e2b22df5e72ae6f4ad265ab7814de4aa60060edd377a70ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" }, "image": "/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/DITO-STREAMZONE.jpg", "tags": [ "Edg Adrian A. Eva", "Technology" ] }, { "id": "/?p=750944", "url": "/technology/2026/05/21/750944/data-needs-to-be-ready-for-ai-boomi/", "title": "Data needs to be ready for AI \u2014 Boomi", "content_html": "By Cathy Rose A. Garcia, Editor-in-Chief
\nCHICAGO \u2014 Boomi, the data activation company, wants to help enterprises make their data ready for the artificial intelligence (AI) world.
\n\u201cOnly 7% of your organization\u2019s data is AI ready today. AI-ready being things like contextual, consistent, etc. And these projects, they\u2019re going to be abandoned unless you have your data activated and ready,\u201d Steve Lucas, Boomi chairman and chief executive officer (CEO), said in a keynote speech during Boomi World here on May 13. \u201cBut we can help. We can do this together.\u201d
\nBoomi currently moves twice the amount of data per second for its 30,000 customers than Visa does every day, he said.
\n\u201cWhen I looked at that number, I realized we are way more about the journey for the data than the destination. At Boomi, our job is to help you move data, get information to the right place, to the right people, to the right agents… with quality and context,\u201d Mr. Lucas said.
\nThe Boomi CEO said data activation is critical to the success of any enterprise, as the data will be activated not just for human intelligence but for AI.
\n\u201cWe want to put you at the center of the center, that center of data. Automation, integration, and AI. And that\u2019s what we\u2019re focused on with Boomi as the data activation company,\u201d Mr. Lucas said.
\n\u201cData is not the new oil… Data is simply sand. There are tons of it. Not all of it\u2019s useful, but we can do amazing things with it. We can turn sand into chips, silicon. We can do these things with data, but it\u2019s only if you put it to work. It\u2019s only if you activate that data,\u201d he said.
\nWith all the hype about AI, Mr. Lucas emphasized that AI needs to translate into real return on investment (RoI).
\n\u201cNo matter how good AI is, if RoI doesn\u2019t exist, it won\u2019t matter. Who cares if it\u2019s more creative… The RoI must exist for AI,\u201d he said.
\nHe noted that around 95% of AI projects miss RoI, because \u201cit\u2019s just too easy to start\u201d with no planning and analysis.
\n\u201cOur job is to find value in RoI. Our job is to not brag about numbers. Our job is to help you become the center of the universe where data, automation, integration, and AI, where they converge,\u201d Mr. Lucas said.
\nIn terms of RoI, he said they are looking at time savings and productivity boosts.
\n\u201cAre we saving people time? Time equals capacity for our sellers, for our marketers, for our engineers…\u00a0 I would say that we have solidly saved 100,000 or so hours per year at Boomi worth of productivity,\u201d he said.
\n\u201cWe are still growing. What we\u2019re realizing is that we can produce more products and support more customers with the same number of people that we have. So, if anything, I would say that productivity or all of this AI has led us to a greater ambition for our growth. That\u2019s the RoI,\u201d he added.
\nENTERPRISE PLATFORM
\nMeanwhile, Boomi announced a major expansion of its enterprise platform to support modern, AI-driven environments.
At Boomi World, the company said it was adding new capabilities across orchestrated agentic workflows, agentic engineering, governed agent connectivity, grounded agent context, and localized agent infrastructure.
\nThese innovations are expected to power the agentic enterprise, \u201cwhere agents and humans work together to drive action and operationalize AI at scale,\u201d it said.
\n\u201cEvery enterprise transformation has a platform moment. For agentic AI, that moment is now. Customers don\u2019t need more disconnected tools; they need an active data foundation that connects data, orchestrates workflows, and governs AI for people and agents. With these new innovations, we\u2019re extending the Boomi Enterprise Platform to make that foundation a reality,\u201d Ed Macosky, chief product and technology officer at Boomi, said.
\nWith an acceleration in AI adoption, many enterprises are having problems in scaling beyond initial use cases because of fragmented systems and lack of operational infrastructure.
\nBoomi introduced new innovations to address these issues faced by enterprises.
\nBoomi Connect provides secure, governed connectivity between AI tools and enterprise applications through model context protocol (MCP)-enabled tools, while Boomi AI Gateway enables built-in policy enforcement, cost controls, and observability.
\nThe MCP Registry allows enterprises to scale AI with control and manage MCP servers across Boomi.
\nBoomi Orchestrate allows customers to turn business ideas into enterprise-grade agentic workflows, while Agent SIM lets organizations simulate and validate agent behavior before deployment.
\nBoomi Companion is touted to accelerate agentic engineering on the Boomi platform. It is a collection of open-source agent skills that allow developers to design, build, test, deploy, and diagnose integrations through natural language using AI tools that they prefer.
\nWith Agentstudio, developers can invoke Boomi agents from any architecture or pipeline, while non-technical users can securely surface them within custom apps and portals.
\nBoomi Knowledge Hub provides a single, unified context layer to ensure AI agents and people always work from trusted, up-to-date information.
\nBoomi Meta Hub grounds AI agents and people in expert-endorsed business definitions that improve agent accuracy, eliminate fragmented interpretations, and ensure consistent business logic at scale.
\nDistributed Agent Runtime reduces cloud latency and controls costs by deploying agents on-premises while keeping sensitive data behind the firewall.
\nAgentstudio Multi-region Instances allow enterprises to scale agents globally by leaving agent metadata and runtime execution in specified regions.
\n\u201cWe\u2019re entering the next phase of enterprise AI, where success won\u2019t be defined by how many agents you deploy, but by how well they are connected, governed, and grounded in trusted data. With more than 30,000 customers and AI guided by hundreds of millions of integrations, we\u2019re helping organizations move from connected and automated to fully agentic, and turn AI into real operational impact,\u201d Mr. Lucas said.
\nBoomi recently received several analyst recognitions, such as being named a Leader for a 12th straight year and positioned highest for Ability to Execute in the 2026 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Integration Platform as a Service (IPaaS).
\nIt was also named a Leader in the IDC MarketScape: Worldwide API Management 2026 Vendor Assessment, and included in the 2026 Constellation ShortList for Cross-Platform Agentic AI, the 2026 Constellation ShortList for Data Integration and Transformation for Cloud-Based Analytical Data Platforms, and the 2026 Constellation ShortList for IPaaS.
\nBoomi was also named a Leader in the Nucleus Research iPaaS Technology Value Matrix 2026.
\n\u201cWe believe this wave of analyst recognition reflects the strength of our platform and the momentum we\u2019re seeing from customers who want one strategic foundation for integration, APIs, data, automation, and agentic AI,\u201d Mr. Lucas said.
\n", "content_text": "By Cathy Rose A. Garcia, Editor-in-Chief\nCHICAGO \u2014 Boomi, the data activation company, wants to help enterprises make their data ready for the artificial intelligence (AI) world.\n\u201cOnly 7% of your organization\u2019s data is AI ready today. AI-ready being things like contextual, consistent, etc. And these projects, they\u2019re going to be abandoned unless you have your data activated and ready,\u201d Steve Lucas, Boomi chairman and chief executive officer (CEO), said in a keynote speech during Boomi World here on May 13. \u201cBut we can help. We can do this together.\u201d\nBoomi currently moves twice the amount of data per second for its 30,000 customers than Visa does every day, he said.\n\u201cWhen I looked at that number, I realized we are way more about the journey for the data than the destination. At Boomi, our job is to help you move data, get information to the right place, to the right people, to the right agents… with quality and context,\u201d Mr. Lucas said.\nThe Boomi CEO said data activation is critical to the success of any enterprise, as the data will be activated not just for human intelligence but for AI.\n\u201cWe want to put you at the center of the center, that center of data. Automation, integration, and AI. And that\u2019s what we\u2019re focused on with Boomi as the data activation company,\u201d Mr. Lucas said.\n\u201cData is not the new oil… Data is simply sand. There are tons of it. Not all of it\u2019s useful, but we can do amazing things with it. We can turn sand into chips, silicon. We can do these things with data, but it\u2019s only if you put it to work. It\u2019s only if you activate that data,\u201d he said.\nWith all the hype about AI, Mr. Lucas emphasized that AI needs to translate into real return on investment (RoI).\n\u201cNo matter how good AI is, if RoI doesn\u2019t exist, it won\u2019t matter. Who cares if it\u2019s more creative… The RoI must exist for AI,\u201d he said.\nHe noted that around 95% of AI projects miss RoI, because \u201cit\u2019s just too easy to start\u201d with no planning and analysis.\n\u201cOur job is to find value in RoI. Our job is to not brag about numbers. Our job is to help you become the center of the universe where data, automation, integration, and AI, where they converge,\u201d Mr. Lucas said.\nIn terms of RoI, he said they are looking at time savings and productivity boosts.\n\u201cAre we saving people time? Time equals capacity for our sellers, for our marketers, for our engineers…\u00a0 I would say that we have solidly saved 100,000 or so hours per year at Boomi worth of productivity,\u201d he said.\n\u201cWe are still growing. What we\u2019re realizing is that we can produce more products and support more customers with the same number of people that we have. So, if anything, I would say that productivity or all of this AI has led us to a greater ambition for our growth. That\u2019s the RoI,\u201d he added.\nENTERPRISE PLATFORM\nMeanwhile, Boomi announced a major expansion of its enterprise platform to support modern, AI-driven environments.\nAt Boomi World, the company said it was adding new capabilities across orchestrated agentic workflows, agentic engineering, governed agent connectivity, grounded agent context, and localized agent infrastructure.\nThese innovations are expected to power the agentic enterprise, \u201cwhere agents and humans work together to drive action and operationalize AI at scale,\u201d it said.\n\u201cEvery enterprise transformation has a platform moment. For agentic AI, that moment is now. Customers don\u2019t need more disconnected tools; they need an active data foundation that connects data, orchestrates workflows, and governs AI for people and agents. With these new innovations, we\u2019re extending the Boomi Enterprise Platform to make that foundation a reality,\u201d Ed Macosky, chief product and technology officer at Boomi, said.\nWith an acceleration in AI adoption, many enterprises are having problems in scaling beyond initial use cases because of fragmented systems and lack of operational infrastructure.\nBoomi introduced new innovations to address these issues faced by enterprises.\nBoomi Connect provides secure, governed connectivity between AI tools and enterprise applications through model context protocol (MCP)-enabled tools, while Boomi AI Gateway enables built-in policy enforcement, cost controls, and observability.\nThe MCP Registry allows enterprises to scale AI with control and manage MCP servers across Boomi.\nBoomi Orchestrate allows customers to turn business ideas into enterprise-grade agentic workflows, while Agent SIM lets organizations simulate and validate agent behavior before deployment.\nBoomi Companion is touted to accelerate agentic engineering on the Boomi platform. It is a collection of open-source agent skills that allow developers to design, build, test, deploy, and diagnose integrations through natural language using AI tools that they prefer.\nWith Agentstudio, developers can invoke Boomi agents from any architecture or pipeline, while non-technical users can securely surface them within custom apps and portals.\nBoomi Knowledge Hub provides a single, unified context layer to ensure AI agents and people always work from trusted, up-to-date information.\nBoomi Meta Hub grounds AI agents and people in expert-endorsed business definitions that improve agent accuracy, eliminate fragmented interpretations, and ensure consistent business logic at scale.\nDistributed Agent Runtime reduces cloud latency and controls costs by deploying agents on-premises while keeping sensitive data behind the firewall.\nAgentstudio Multi-region Instances allow enterprises to scale agents globally by leaving agent metadata and runtime execution in specified regions.\n\u201cWe\u2019re entering the next phase of enterprise AI, where success won\u2019t be defined by how many agents you deploy, but by how well they are connected, governed, and grounded in trusted data. With more than 30,000 customers and AI guided by hundreds of millions of integrations, we\u2019re helping organizations move from connected and automated to fully agentic, and turn AI into real operational impact,\u201d Mr. Lucas said.\nBoomi recently received several analyst recognitions, such as being named a Leader for a 12th straight year and positioned highest for Ability to Execute in the 2026 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Integration Platform as a Service (IPaaS).\nIt was also named a Leader in the IDC MarketScape: Worldwide API Management 2026 Vendor Assessment, and included in the 2026 Constellation ShortList for Cross-Platform Agentic AI, the 2026 Constellation ShortList for Data Integration and Transformation for Cloud-Based Analytical Data Platforms, and the 2026 Constellation ShortList for IPaaS.\nBoomi was also named a Leader in the Nucleus Research iPaaS Technology Value Matrix 2026.\n\u201cWe believe this wave of analyst recognition reflects the strength of our platform and the momentum we\u2019re seeing from customers who want one strategic foundation for integration, APIs, data, automation, and agentic AI,\u201d Mr. Lucas said.", "date_published": "2026-05-21T00:06:58+08:00", "date_modified": "2026-05-20T18:07:47+08:00", "authors": [ { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/cedadiantityclea/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/fc38d2668fdee8f1e2b22df5e72ae6f4ad265ab7814de4aa60060edd377a70ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" } ], "author": { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/cedadiantityclea/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/fc38d2668fdee8f1e2b22df5e72ae6f4ad265ab7814de4aa60060edd377a70ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" }, "image": "/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Boomi-Steve-Lucas-Keynote-45.jpg", "tags": [ "Cathy Rose A. Garcia", "Editors' Picks", "Technology" ], "summary": "CHICAGO \u2014 Boomi, the data activation company, wants to help enterprises make their data ready for the artificial intelligence (AI) world." }, { "id": "/?p=750942", "url": "/technology/2026/05/21/750942/skygo-taps-pldt-enterprise-for-digital-transformation/", "title": "SKYGO taps PLDT Enterprise for digital transformation", "content_html": "PLDT Inc.\u2019s corporate business unit PLDT Enterprise is partnering with motorcycle retailer and distributor SKYGO Marketing Corp. to support the latter\u2019s digitalization by providing connectivity solutions.
\nUnder the partnership, PLDT Enterprise will provide SKYGO a network foundation with its MY Only WAN setup, which is bundled with Fiber 100MB, wireless internet backup, Meraki SD-WAN, managed network services, postpaid plans, and Internet of Things (IoT) solutions.
\n\u201cPLDT Enterprise remains committed to helping businesses build the secure and scalable digital foundations they need to grow. Through solutions that combine connectivity, centralized management, and resilience, we support organizations like SKYGO as they modernize operations and move toward a more integrated digital environment,\u201d Jay Lagdameo, PLDT Enterprise\u2019s head of domestic enterprise business, regional & commercial, said in a statement on Tuesday.
\nThe company said SKYGO\u2019s digital transformation journey aims to build an integrated and secure ecosystem to improve operational efficiency and scale its business.
\n\u201cTo support this direction, the partnership with PLDT Enterprise is intended to address key business challenges, including inconsistent connectivity, lack of network redundancy, limited visibility across sites, and rising demands from cloud-based and IoT-driven systems, as these issues can affect critical applications, productivity, and overall operational efficiency if left unaddressed,\u201d it said.
\nThe MY Only WAN setup provides automatic failover, uninterrupted connectivity, centralized network management, and intelligent traffic routing that will allow business-critical applications to work seamlessly.
\n\u201cThe solution also supports standardized security policies across branches and users, helping strengthen compliance and protection against cyberthreats and unauthorized access,\u201d it said.
\n\u201cTogether, these solutions are designed to provide SKYGO with business continuity, centralized visibility and control, stronger network security, and improved application performance across its growing operations,\u201d PLDT Enterprise added.
\nShyrwinsteel Sia, chief technology officer of SKYGO, said the partnership will help strengthen their digital infrastructure.
\n\u201cAs SKYGO continues to modernize its business processes and expand its digital capabilities, the partnership with PLDT Enterprise highlights how integrated connectivity, IoT, cloud-ready infrastructure, and managed services can work together to support a more secure, resilient, and future-ready business environment,\u201d he said.
\nHastings Holdings, Inc., a unit of PLDT Beneficial Trust Fund subsidiary MediaQuest Holdings, Inc., holds a majority stake in 大象传媒 through the Philippine Star Group. \u2014 Juliana Chloe A. Gonzales
\n", "content_text": "PLDT Inc.\u2019s corporate business unit PLDT Enterprise is partnering with motorcycle retailer and distributor SKYGO Marketing Corp. to support the latter\u2019s digitalization by providing connectivity solutions.\nUnder the partnership, PLDT Enterprise will provide SKYGO a network foundation with its MY Only WAN setup, which is bundled with Fiber 100MB, wireless internet backup, Meraki SD-WAN, managed network services, postpaid plans, and Internet of Things (IoT) solutions.\n\u201cPLDT Enterprise remains committed to helping businesses build the secure and scalable digital foundations they need to grow. Through solutions that combine connectivity, centralized management, and resilience, we support organizations like SKYGO as they modernize operations and move toward a more integrated digital environment,\u201d Jay Lagdameo, PLDT Enterprise\u2019s head of domestic enterprise business, regional & commercial, said in a statement on Tuesday.\nThe company said SKYGO\u2019s digital transformation journey aims to build an integrated and secure ecosystem to improve operational efficiency and scale its business.\n\u201cTo support this direction, the partnership with PLDT Enterprise is intended to address key business challenges, including inconsistent connectivity, lack of network redundancy, limited visibility across sites, and rising demands from cloud-based and IoT-driven systems, as these issues can affect critical applications, productivity, and overall operational efficiency if left unaddressed,\u201d it said.\nThe MY Only WAN setup provides automatic failover, uninterrupted connectivity, centralized network management, and intelligent traffic routing that will allow business-critical applications to work seamlessly.\n\u201cThe solution also supports standardized security policies across branches and users, helping strengthen compliance and protection against cyberthreats and unauthorized access,\u201d it said.\n\u201cTogether, these solutions are designed to provide SKYGO with business continuity, centralized visibility and control, stronger network security, and improved application performance across its growing operations,\u201d PLDT Enterprise added.\nShyrwinsteel Sia, chief technology officer of SKYGO, said the partnership will help strengthen their digital infrastructure.\n\u201cAs SKYGO continues to modernize its business processes and expand its digital capabilities, the partnership with PLDT Enterprise highlights how integrated connectivity, IoT, cloud-ready infrastructure, and managed services can work together to support a more secure, resilient, and future-ready business environment,\u201d he said.\nHastings Holdings, Inc., a unit of PLDT Beneficial Trust Fund subsidiary MediaQuest Holdings, Inc., holds a majority stake in 大象传媒 through the Philippine Star Group. \u2014 Juliana Chloe A. Gonzales", "date_published": "2026-05-21T00:04:57+08:00", "date_modified": "2026-05-20T18:06:44+08:00", "authors": [ { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/cedadiantityclea/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/fc38d2668fdee8f1e2b22df5e72ae6f4ad265ab7814de4aa60060edd377a70ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" } ], "author": { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/cedadiantityclea/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/fc38d2668fdee8f1e2b22df5e72ae6f4ad265ab7814de4aa60060edd377a70ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" }, "image": "/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/PLDT-enterprise-logo.jpg", "tags": [ "Juliana Chloe A. Gonzales", "Editors' Picks", "Technology" ] }, { "id": "/?p=750939", "url": "/technology/2026/05/21/750939/xiaomi-online-store-now-live-in-the-philippines/", "title": "Xiaomi online store now live in the Philippines", "content_html": "FILIPINOS can now get easy access to Xiaomi products and avail of exclusive rewards and deals via the company\u2019s Mi.com Online Store, which was officially launched in the country on May 14.
\nThe platform is accessible via Mi.com Philippines (https://www.mi.com/ph/). It also features smartphones and smart devices under the Xiaomi ecosystem like POCO.
\n\u201cThe Mi.com Online Store launch highlights Xiaomi\u2019s commitment to delivering a smarter, more rewarding digital shopping experience tailored for Filipino consumers,\u201d Xiaomi said.
\nAs part of the rollout, customers can get launch-exclusive perks like 10% off vouchers on selected items and tiered discounts for accumulated purchases until June 14. There will also be daily flash sales scheduled from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. for selected products.
\nNew Xiaomi Account users will also get 50 Mi Points upon signup, and all purchases made during the May 14-June 14 online store launch period will earn double Mi Points. Other account perks include various vouchers.
\nCustomers can redeem Mi Points as cashback for up to 5% off on eligible purchases, with 10 Mi Points being equivalent to a peso. \u2014 BVR
\n", "content_text": "FILIPINOS can now get easy access to Xiaomi products and avail of exclusive rewards and deals via the company\u2019s Mi.com Online Store, which was officially launched in the country on May 14.\nThe platform is accessible via Mi.com Philippines (https://www.mi.com/ph/). It also features smartphones and smart devices under the Xiaomi ecosystem like POCO.\n\u201cThe Mi.com Online Store launch highlights Xiaomi\u2019s commitment to delivering a smarter, more rewarding digital shopping experience tailored for Filipino consumers,\u201d Xiaomi said.\nAs part of the rollout, customers can get launch-exclusive perks like 10% off vouchers on selected items and tiered discounts for accumulated purchases until June 14. There will also be daily flash sales scheduled from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. for selected products.\nNew Xiaomi Account users will also get 50 Mi Points upon signup, and all purchases made during the May 14-June 14 online store launch period will earn double Mi Points. Other account perks include various vouchers.\nCustomers can redeem Mi Points as cashback for up to 5% off on eligible purchases, with 10 Mi Points being equivalent to a peso. \u2014 BVR", "date_published": "2026-05-21T00:02:55+08:00", "date_modified": "2026-05-20T18:05:42+08:00", "authors": [ { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/cedadiantityclea/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/fc38d2668fdee8f1e2b22df5e72ae6f4ad265ab7814de4aa60060edd377a70ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" } ], "author": { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/cedadiantityclea/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/fc38d2668fdee8f1e2b22df5e72ae6f4ad265ab7814de4aa60060edd377a70ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" }, "image": "/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Xiaomi.jpg", "tags": [ "Bettina V. Roc", "Technology" ] }, { "id": "/?p=751019", "url": "/technology/2026/05/20/751019/google-launches-gemini-omni-capable-of-chat-based-video-generation-editing/", "title": "Google launches Gemini Omni capable of chat-based video generation, editing", "content_html": "Tech giant Google LLC on Wednesday launched Gemini Omni, a groundbreaking artificial intelligence (AI) model family capable of generating videos from most common inputs and allowing them to be edited through conversation.
\nGemini Omni is among the key innovations in AI announced by the company at the Google I/O 2026 event, where it also launched the Gemini 3.5 Flash model\u2014its most powerful agentic and coding model yet\u2014and intelligent eyewear, among other innovations.
\nGoogle said that Gemini Omni follows the success of Nano Banana, its advanced AI image generation and editing model that can create images from various inputs, but applies that technology to video.
\n\u201cWith Omni, you can combine images, audio, video and text as input and generate high-quality videos grounded in Gemini\u2019s real-world knowledge,\u201d Google said in a press statement.
\n\u201cYou can also easily edit your videos through conversation,\u201d it added.
\nThe first model of the Omni family, Gemini Omni Flash, was the first to roll out and is available on the Gemini app, Google Flow, and YouTube Shorts.
\nIt will also be rolled out to developers and enterprise customers via APIs (application programming interface) in the coming weeks.
\nCurrently, it only creates video, but Google noted that in time, the model will also support output modalities like images and audio.
\nGoogle recommended using the model to create videos with the user\u2019s voice by using avatars, which generate a digital version of a person that looks and sounds like them.
\nIt also said that it is working on a capability where the audio and speech of a video can be changed using the model. However, it noted that this is still being tested and is in the process of identifying how to bring the capability to users responsibly.
\nThe tech giant emphasized that videos generated with Omni contain SynthID, its proprietary digital watermark used to easily detect AI content made by Gemini Omni. \u2014 Edg Adrian A. Eva
\n", "content_text": "Tech giant Google LLC on Wednesday launched Gemini Omni, a groundbreaking artificial intelligence (AI) model family capable of generating videos from most common inputs and allowing them to be edited through conversation.\nGemini Omni is among the key innovations in AI announced by the company at the Google I/O 2026 event, where it also launched the Gemini 3.5 Flash model\u2014its most powerful agentic and coding model yet\u2014and intelligent eyewear, among other innovations.\nGoogle said that Gemini Omni follows the success of Nano Banana, its advanced AI image generation and editing model that can create images from various inputs, but applies that technology to video.\n\u201cWith Omni, you can combine images, audio, video and text as input and generate high-quality videos grounded in Gemini\u2019s real-world knowledge,\u201d Google said in a press statement.\n\u201cYou can also easily edit your videos through conversation,\u201d it added.\nThe first model of the Omni family, Gemini Omni Flash, was the first to roll out and is available on the Gemini app, Google Flow, and YouTube Shorts.\nIt will also be rolled out to developers and enterprise customers via APIs (application programming interface) in the coming weeks.\nCurrently, it only creates video, but Google noted that in time, the model will also support output modalities like images and audio.\nGoogle recommended using the model to create videos with the user\u2019s voice by using avatars, which generate a digital version of a person that looks and sounds like them.\nIt also said that it is working on a capability where the audio and speech of a video can be changed using the model. However, it noted that this is still being tested and is in the process of identifying how to bring the capability to users responsibly.\nThe tech giant emphasized that videos generated with Omni contain SynthID, its proprietary digital watermark used to easily detect AI content made by Gemini Omni. \u2014 Edg Adrian A. Eva", "date_published": "2026-05-20T19:12:13+08:00", "date_modified": "2026-05-20T19:12:13+08:00", "authors": [ { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/cedadiantityclea/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/fc38d2668fdee8f1e2b22df5e72ae6f4ad265ab7814de4aa60060edd377a70ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" } ], "author": { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/cedadiantityclea/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/fc38d2668fdee8f1e2b22df5e72ae6f4ad265ab7814de4aa60060edd377a70ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" }, "image": "/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Gemini-Omni.jpg", "tags": [ "Edg Adrian A. Eva", "Technology" ] }, { "id": "/?p=750898", "url": "/technology/2026/05/20/750898/ai-startups-dominate-south-summit-madrid-2026-finalists/", "title": "AI startups dominate South Summit Madrid 2026 finalists", "content_html": "Artificial intelligence-driven startups dominated the finalists of South Summit Madrid 2026\u2019s Startup Competition, with Singapore among the Asian markets represented in what organizers called the event\u2019s most international edition yet.
\nSouth Summit Madrid 2026, co-organized by IE University, said in a statement on May 19 that 50 of the 100 finalist startups use artificial intelligence as the core technology behind their businesses, reflecting the growing role of AI in the global entrepreneurial ecosystem.
\nThe finalists were selected from more than 4,500 applications across 110 countries, with startups from 26 nations making the final list, up from 22 countries last year. Organizers described the competition as their \u201cmost international, mature, and AI-driven\u201d edition to date.
\nSingapore secured three finalist spots, while South Korea also had one finalist startup in the competition. Singapore-based finalists included OmniShelf in Digital & Tech Solutions, Ailytics in Industry 5.0, and cybersecurity firm Peris.ai in Trust Tech & Data. South Korea\u2019s HISTRANGER was shortlisted under Digital & Tech Solutions.
\nEurope accounted for nearly 77% of the finalist startups, while the United States represented 6% of the total. Latin America also expanded its presence in the competition, increasing to 10 finalists from seven last year.
\nSpain contributed the largest number of finalists with 44 startups, followed by Portugal with seven and the United States with six. France had five finalists, while Italy and the United Kingdom had four each.
\nThe competition also reflected the increasing maturity of startups globally. Organizers said 57% of finalists generate more than $150,000 in revenue, while 35% generate over $500,000 annually. About 60% have raised more than $1 million in funding, and 53% are already backed by venture capital firms.
\nAmong the selected startups, 36 are already in the scaleup stage, while 46 have registered at least one patent. In addition, 38 startups have at least one female founder.
\nThe finalists were grouped across 10 sectors, including climate technology, fintech, healthcare, mobility, enterprise solutions, and trust technology.
\nFinalists in the Climate Tech & Sustainability category included EarthScan, Green Growth, MESPAC, NPHarvest, Ocean Oasis, Phen Olives, PowerUP, Ravenwits, Solfium, and UniSCool.
\nConsumer finalists included Ciudadela, Fibrazo, FindNido, FoodieFame, iCook, Macadam, Manie, Ochy, Qualla, and Tangy Market.
\nIn Digital & Tech Solutions, finalists included Arq Quantum Technologies, Astroteq.ai, HISTRANGER, Lokutor, LunaLift, Oasy, OmniShelf, Spendbase, tranSkriptorium AI, and Ubicuity.
\nThe Fintech & Insurtech category featured Brokerware AI, CryptoMate, Dalatea, Dost, EthicHub, Granter, Initiativ, PagaFactu, Paynest, and VENDY.
\nFuture of Work & Talent finalists included Kincode AI, Diingu, Nova, OneNewOne, Sendsteps AI, Space To Grow, Stemdo, Trainect, Valeria, and Worksible.
\nHealth category finalists included 60Nd, Altum Sequency, FLOMICS, iYoni App, MedicubeX, Miramoon, Moonlight AI, Nanogrow Biotech, PREDICTHEON, and Tissue Dynamics.
\nIndustry 5.0 finalists included A4Radar Vitals, Ailytics, Ainwater, Dairy Tech, Dottir Labs, Floatech, Mapsi, NanoChronia, URAPHEX, and Xplorobot.
\nIn Mobility & Smart Cities, finalists included boxful, DeepNeurotic, DeterCamAI, Mettis AI, Mobi, Nido Constructech, Serp Energy, UP\u2019ONE, Xplora Srl, and ZYON Helmets.
\nTrust Tech & Data finalists included Captain Compliance, Coalex.ai, Judit, Metadataworks Limited, MicelioData, Naltilia, Peris.ai, Riskita, Secrets Vault, and simplyblock.
\nEnterprise Solutions finalists included anyformat, Dealcar, KonvoAI, Libertify, LoopOS, Service Club, Silmaril Technologies, SmarterMRP, Soource, and Wise CX.
\nSouth Summit Madrid 2026 will be held from June 3 to 5 at La Nave in Madrid, where finalists will present their projects to investors, corporations, and technology companies.
\nOrganizers said startups that previously participated in the competition have collectively raised more than $20.5 billion in investment over the past 14 editions. \u2014 Arjay L. Balinbin
\n", "content_text": "Artificial intelligence-driven startups dominated the finalists of South Summit Madrid 2026\u2019s Startup Competition, with Singapore among the Asian markets represented in what organizers called the event\u2019s most international edition yet.\nSouth Summit Madrid 2026, co-organized by IE University, said in a statement on May 19 that 50 of the 100 finalist startups use artificial intelligence as the core technology behind their businesses, reflecting the growing role of AI in the global entrepreneurial ecosystem.\nThe finalists were selected from more than 4,500 applications across 110 countries, with startups from 26 nations making the final list, up from 22 countries last year. Organizers described the competition as their \u201cmost international, mature, and AI-driven\u201d edition to date.\nSingapore secured three finalist spots, while South Korea also had one finalist startup in the competition. Singapore-based finalists included OmniShelf in Digital & Tech Solutions, Ailytics in Industry 5.0, and cybersecurity firm Peris.ai in Trust Tech & Data. South Korea\u2019s HISTRANGER was shortlisted under Digital & Tech Solutions.\nEurope accounted for nearly 77% of the finalist startups, while the United States represented 6% of the total. Latin America also expanded its presence in the competition, increasing to 10 finalists from seven last year.\nSpain contributed the largest number of finalists with 44 startups, followed by Portugal with seven and the United States with six. France had five finalists, while Italy and the United Kingdom had four each.\nThe competition also reflected the increasing maturity of startups globally. Organizers said 57% of finalists generate more than $150,000 in revenue, while 35% generate over $500,000 annually. About 60% have raised more than $1 million in funding, and 53% are already backed by venture capital firms.\nAmong the selected startups, 36 are already in the scaleup stage, while 46 have registered at least one patent. In addition, 38 startups have at least one female founder.\nThe finalists were grouped across 10 sectors, including climate technology, fintech, healthcare, mobility, enterprise solutions, and trust technology.\nFinalists in the Climate Tech & Sustainability category included EarthScan, Green Growth, MESPAC, NPHarvest, Ocean Oasis, Phen Olives, PowerUP, Ravenwits, Solfium, and UniSCool.\nConsumer finalists included Ciudadela, Fibrazo, FindNido, FoodieFame, iCook, Macadam, Manie, Ochy, Qualla, and Tangy Market.\nIn Digital & Tech Solutions, finalists included Arq Quantum Technologies, Astroteq.ai, HISTRANGER, Lokutor, LunaLift, Oasy, OmniShelf, Spendbase, tranSkriptorium AI, and Ubicuity.\nThe Fintech & Insurtech category featured Brokerware AI, CryptoMate, Dalatea, Dost, EthicHub, Granter, Initiativ, PagaFactu, Paynest, and VENDY.\nFuture of Work & Talent finalists included Kincode AI, Diingu, Nova, OneNewOne, Sendsteps AI, Space To Grow, Stemdo, Trainect, Valeria, and Worksible.\nHealth category finalists included 60Nd, Altum Sequency, FLOMICS, iYoni App, MedicubeX, Miramoon, Moonlight AI, Nanogrow Biotech, PREDICTHEON, and Tissue Dynamics.\nIndustry 5.0 finalists included A4Radar Vitals, Ailytics, Ainwater, Dairy Tech, Dottir Labs, Floatech, Mapsi, NanoChronia, URAPHEX, and Xplorobot.\nIn Mobility & Smart Cities, finalists included boxful, DeepNeurotic, DeterCamAI, Mettis AI, Mobi, Nido Constructech, Serp Energy, UP\u2019ONE, Xplora Srl, and ZYON Helmets.\nTrust Tech & Data finalists included Captain Compliance, Coalex.ai, Judit, Metadataworks Limited, MicelioData, Naltilia, Peris.ai, Riskita, Secrets Vault, and simplyblock.\nEnterprise Solutions finalists included anyformat, Dealcar, KonvoAI, Libertify, LoopOS, Service Club, Silmaril Technologies, SmarterMRP, Soource, and Wise CX.\nSouth Summit Madrid 2026 will be held from June 3 to 5 at La Nave in Madrid, where finalists will present their projects to investors, corporations, and technology companies.\nOrganizers said startups that previously participated in the competition have collectively raised more than $20.5 billion in investment over the past 14 editions. \u2014 Arjay L. Balinbin", "date_published": "2026-05-20T16:17:34+08:00", "date_modified": "2026-05-20T16:17:39+08:00", "authors": [ { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/cedadiantityclea/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/fc38d2668fdee8f1e2b22df5e72ae6f4ad265ab7814de4aa60060edd377a70ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" } ], "author": { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/cedadiantityclea/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/fc38d2668fdee8f1e2b22df5e72ae6f4ad265ab7814de4aa60060edd377a70ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" }, "image": "/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/It-professionals-using-artificial-intelligence-augmented-reality-hologram.jpg", "tags": [ "Arjay L. Balinbin", "Technology" ] }, { "id": "/?p=750029", "url": "/technology/2026/05/15/750029/google-ai-search-to-deliver-more-targeted-results-with-five-new-updates/", "title": "Google AI Search to deliver more targeted results with five new updates", "content_html": "Tech giant Google LLC has introduced five new updates to its AI (artificial intelligence)-powered search features to help users better find reliable sources, original content, and relevant websites across the web.
\nIn a statement released Friday, Google said that amid the rapid advancement of AI, the company is continuously upgrading its generative AI Search features, such as AI Mode and AI Overviews, to help users connect more easily with authentic voices and explore useful information across the web.
\n\u201cGoogle is continuing to improve how it shows links in its AI Search features and developing new ways to help users find the sources, brands, and websites they value,\u201d the company said.
\nAmong the five new updates to its AI Search is a feature that suggests related articles and in-depth analyses at the end of AI-generated responses to help users further explore a topic.
\nGoogle also introduced a feature that highlights links from users\u2019 news subscriptions in AI Mode and AI Overviews, allowing easier access to trusted and subscribed sources.
\nAnother update includes previews of discussions from social media platforms, public forums, and other firsthand sources to help users access practical advice and experiences shared by other people. Google said these previews may also include additional context such as a creator\u2019s name, handle, or online community to help users decide which discussions they want to explore further.
\nThe company also said that a new update allows users to see more links directly within AI-generated responses, making it easier to immediately access relevant websites while reading Search summaries.
\nGoogle likewise introduced a website preview feature on desktop that shows information such as a webpage title or website name when users hover over inline links before clicking them.
\nThe feature aims to help users better understand where a link leads and make them more confident in visiting helpful websites.
\nThe tech giant said that by improving the visibility and helpfulness of links and showcasing original voices, its AI in Search helps users discover the web and connect directly to relevant sources and creators.
\n\u201cGoogle is committed to continuing to test, learn, and improve these features based on what works best for users,\u201d it said.\u2014 Edg Adrian A. Eva
\n", "content_text": "Tech giant Google LLC has introduced five new updates to its AI (artificial intelligence)-powered search features to help users better find reliable sources, original content, and relevant websites across the web.\nIn a statement released Friday, Google said that amid the rapid advancement of AI, the company is continuously upgrading its generative AI Search features, such as AI Mode and AI Overviews, to help users connect more easily with authentic voices and explore useful information across the web.\n\u201cGoogle is continuing to improve how it shows links in its AI Search features and developing new ways to help users find the sources, brands, and websites they value,\u201d the company said.\nAmong the five new updates to its AI Search is a feature that suggests related articles and in-depth analyses at the end of AI-generated responses to help users further explore a topic.\nGoogle also introduced a feature that highlights links from users\u2019 news subscriptions in AI Mode and AI Overviews, allowing easier access to trusted and subscribed sources.\nAnother update includes previews of discussions from social media platforms, public forums, and other firsthand sources to help users access practical advice and experiences shared by other people. Google said these previews may also include additional context such as a creator\u2019s name, handle, or online community to help users decide which discussions they want to explore further.\nThe company also said that a new update allows users to see more links directly within AI-generated responses, making it easier to immediately access relevant websites while reading Search summaries.\nGoogle likewise introduced a website preview feature on desktop that shows information such as a webpage title or website name when users hover over inline links before clicking them.\nThe feature aims to help users better understand where a link leads and make them more confident in visiting helpful websites.\nThe tech giant said that by improving the visibility and helpfulness of links and showcasing original voices, its AI in Search helps users discover the web and connect directly to relevant sources and creators.\n\u201cGoogle is committed to continuing to test, learn, and improve these features based on what works best for users,\u201d it said.\u2014 Edg Adrian A. Eva", "date_published": "2026-05-15T15:39:49+08:00", "date_modified": "2026-05-15T15:39:49+08:00", "authors": [ { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/agarwalekwensi/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/63a6222a994ecdcd0783bb257b7c4e6d18b49dfa789dd168af5420ab8a45082c?s=512&d=mm&r=g" } ], "author": { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/agarwalekwensi/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/63a6222a994ecdcd0783bb257b7c4e6d18b49dfa789dd168af5420ab8a45082c?s=512&d=mm&r=g" }, "image": "/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/5_Ways_to_Explore_Web_with_Gen_AI.jpg", "tags": [ "Edg Adrian A. Eva", "Technology" ] }, { "id": "/?p=750000", "url": "/technology/2026/05/15/750000/dost-seeks-support-of-house-speaker-senators-to-pass-national-measurement-bill/", "title": "DoST seeks support of House Speaker, senators to pass National Measurement bill", "content_html": "The Department of Science and Technology (DoST) has gathered support from Congress in both chambers to pass a measure seeking to establish the country\u2019s national metrology institute.
\nIn a statement released Friday, the DoST said it held meetings with legislative and legal officers of House Speaker Faustino \u201cBojie\u201d G. Dy III and Bataan 2nd District Representative Albert Raymond S. Garcia to seek support for the proposed National Metrology Institute of the Philippines (NMIPhil) Act and to encourage legislative champions to file the bill in both houses.
The DoST likewise held meetings with the legislative officers of Senator Francis \u201cChiz\u201d G. Escudero and Senator Paolo Benigno \u201cBam\u201d A. Aquino IV.
\nDuring the discussions, Michael Jason A. Solis, chief of the national metrology division at the DoST-Industrial Technology Development Institute (DoST-ITDI), pointed out that the lack of a national measurement authority has led many sectors at both the national and local levels to experience metrology-related challenges.
\nThis includes inconsistent measurements, the unavailability of local measurement services, and limited alignment with international standards.
\n\u201cMeasurement is a public good,\u201d Mr. Solis said. He added that these challenges are taking a toll, risking public health and safety, causing losses in agricultural productivity, creating barriers to trade and industrial growth, and reducing national competitiveness.
\nWith measurements being accurate and properly enforced, consumers are better protected and people will have more trust in markets, Lita S. Suerte Felipe, director of the DoST-Legislative Liaison Office, said in a statement.
\nUnder the proposed NMIPhil Act, the DoST said it seeks to establish the country\u2019s national metrology institute, \u201ca premier research and development institute in measurement science and the lead authority for providing trusted, innovative measurement solutions.\u201d
\n“Its work will serve as the foundation of fair trade, consumer protection, industrial competitiveness, scientific advancement, and regulatory integrity across the country,” it added.
\nWith a strong national measurement system led by NMIPhil, it will help ensure that every measurement across sectors is reliable and trusted both locally and globally, DoST said.
\nThe bill has already been approved by the House of Representatives Committee on Science and Technology and is for endorsement to the Committee on Ways and Means and Appropriations.
\nThe NMIPhil measure is included in the Philippine Development Plan (PDP) 2023\u20132028, the government\u2019s official medium-term blueprint for economic and social development. It falls under Chapter 8: Advancing Research and Development, Technology, and Innovation.\u2014 Edg Adrian A. Eva
\n", "content_text": "The Department of Science and Technology (DoST) has gathered support from Congress in both chambers to pass a measure seeking to establish the country\u2019s national metrology institute.\nIn a statement released Friday, the DoST said it held meetings with legislative and legal officers of House Speaker Faustino \u201cBojie\u201d G. Dy III and Bataan 2nd District Representative Albert Raymond S. Garcia to seek support for the proposed National Metrology Institute of the Philippines (NMIPhil) Act and to encourage legislative champions to file the bill in both houses.\nThe DoST likewise held meetings with the legislative officers of Senator Francis \u201cChiz\u201d G. Escudero and Senator Paolo Benigno \u201cBam\u201d A. Aquino IV.\nDuring the discussions, Michael Jason A. Solis, chief of the national metrology division at the DoST-Industrial Technology Development Institute (DoST-ITDI), pointed out that the lack of a national measurement authority has led many sectors at both the national and local levels to experience metrology-related challenges.\nThis includes inconsistent measurements, the unavailability of local measurement services, and limited alignment with international standards.\n\u201cMeasurement is a public good,\u201d Mr. Solis said. He added that these challenges are taking a toll, risking public health and safety, causing losses in agricultural productivity, creating barriers to trade and industrial growth, and reducing national competitiveness.\nWith measurements being accurate and properly enforced, consumers are better protected and people will have more trust in markets, Lita S. Suerte Felipe, director of the DoST-Legislative Liaison Office, said in a statement.\nUnder the proposed NMIPhil Act, the DoST said it seeks to establish the country\u2019s national metrology institute, \u201ca premier research and development institute in measurement science and the lead authority for providing trusted, innovative measurement solutions.\u201d\n“Its work will serve as the foundation of fair trade, consumer protection, industrial competitiveness, scientific advancement, and regulatory integrity across the country,” it added.\nWith a strong national measurement system led by NMIPhil, it will help ensure that every measurement across sectors is reliable and trusted both locally and globally, DoST said.\nThe bill has already been approved by the House of Representatives Committee on Science and Technology and is for endorsement to the Committee on Ways and Means and Appropriations.\nThe NMIPhil measure is included in the Philippine Development Plan (PDP) 2023\u20132028, the government\u2019s official medium-term blueprint for economic and social development. It falls under Chapter 8: Advancing Research and Development, Technology, and Innovation.\u2014 Edg Adrian A. Eva", "date_published": "2026-05-15T14:00:21+08:00", "date_modified": "2026-05-15T14:00:21+08:00", "authors": [ { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/agarwalekwensi/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/63a6222a994ecdcd0783bb257b7c4e6d18b49dfa789dd168af5420ab8a45082c?s=512&d=mm&r=g" } ], "author": { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/agarwalekwensi/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/63a6222a994ecdcd0783bb257b7c4e6d18b49dfa789dd168af5420ab8a45082c?s=512&d=mm&r=g" }, "image": "/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/subway-tunnel-boring-machine.jpg", "tags": [ "Edg Adrian A. Eva", "Technology" ] }, { "id": "/?p=749653", "url": "/technology/2026/05/14/749653/ai-defense-tech-to-take-center-stage-at-south-summit-madrid-2026/", "title": "AI, defense tech to take center stage at South Summit Madrid 2026", "content_html": "Artificial intelligence (AI), startup investment and defense technology will take center stage at South Summit Madrid 2026, an international entrepreneurship and innovation forum expected to gather more than 600 speakers, investors, startups and corporations from around the world next month.
\nThe three-day event, scheduled for June 3-5 at La Nave in Madrid, is co-organized by IE University and will focus on \u201cAI Convergence,\u201d highlighting how AI is reshaping industries, venture capital, productivity and business models.
\nNearly 30 unicorn companies are expected to participate, according to organizers.
\nSouth Summit described itself as a global platform that connects startups, investors, corporations and institutions to promote business opportunities within the innovation ecosystem.
\nOrganizers said the event has gathered more than 42,500 startups over the past 14 editions, while its Startup Competition has produced more than 1,500 finalist startups with an 85% survival rate and more than $20.5 billion in investment raised.
\nSouth Summit said AI accounted for 61% of global venture capital investment in 2025, up from 30% in 2022, reflecting what it described as an \u201caccelerated shift in the priorities of investors, startups, corporations and institutions.\u201d
\n\u201cArtificial Intelligence is no longer just a technology: it is a force that is redefining how we invest, how we build companies, how we compete and how we think about the future of Europe,\u201d South Summit founder and President Mar\u00eda Benjumea said in a statement.
\nOrganizers said the conference will examine AI\u2019s impact on investment, entrepreneurship, defense, sustainability, regulation and productivity amid increasing global competition over technological development and innovation.
\nThe event will also feature a \u201cDefense & AI\u201d track involving NATO innovation leaders through its DIANA defense accelerator program, alongside startups and investors working on cybersecurity, autonomous systems, infrastructure protection and dual-use technologies.
\nSouth Summit said the focus on defense technology reflects Europe\u2019s efforts to strengthen technological sovereignty and reduce dependence on foreign technologies in critical sectors.
\nJuan Jos\u00e9 G\u00fcemes, vice president of IE University, said the event would once again position Madrid \u201cas the world capital of entrepreneurship and innovation.\u201d
\n\u201cFor our institution, as co-organizers, it is a pride to promote a meeting that reflects our strategic commitment to Artificial Intelligence as a driver of transformation, and our entrepreneurial DNA,\u201d he said.
\nJes\u00fas Herrero, chief executive officer of Red.es, said AI has \u201credefined the competitiveness of countries and the ability of our companies to innovate.\u201d
\n\u201cTo lead this transformation, we must train, attract and retain talent, but also bet on entrepreneurship as a key lever to promote a more ambitious ecosystem,\u201d he said.
\nConfirmed speakers include GoogleX founder Sebastian Thrun, investor Kim Perell and Female Invest co-founder Anna Hartvigsen.
\nSouth Summit and PwC also released a report ahead of the conference discussing AI\u2019s growing role in venture capital and startup ecosystems, particularly in healthcare and defense.
\nSouth Summit has also expanded its presence in Latin America, holding events in Mexico, Colombia, Peru, Chile, Argentina and Brazil.
\nOrganizers said the 2026 Brazil edition drew more than 24,000 attendees from 70 countries, alongside 3,000 startups and more than 1,000 investors managing a combined \u20ac250 billion investment portfolio. \u2014 Arjay L. Balinbin
\n", "content_text": "Artificial intelligence (AI), startup investment and defense technology will take center stage at South Summit Madrid 2026, an international entrepreneurship and innovation forum expected to gather more than 600 speakers, investors, startups and corporations from around the world next month.\nThe three-day event, scheduled for June 3-5 at La Nave in Madrid, is co-organized by IE University and will focus on \u201cAI Convergence,\u201d highlighting how AI is reshaping industries, venture capital, productivity and business models.\nNearly 30 unicorn companies are expected to participate, according to organizers.\nSouth Summit described itself as a global platform that connects startups, investors, corporations and institutions to promote business opportunities within the innovation ecosystem.\nOrganizers said the event has gathered more than 42,500 startups over the past 14 editions, while its Startup Competition has produced more than 1,500 finalist startups with an 85% survival rate and more than $20.5 billion in investment raised.\nSouth Summit said AI accounted for 61% of global venture capital investment in 2025, up from 30% in 2022, reflecting what it described as an \u201caccelerated shift in the priorities of investors, startups, corporations and institutions.\u201d\n\u201cArtificial Intelligence is no longer just a technology: it is a force that is redefining how we invest, how we build companies, how we compete and how we think about the future of Europe,\u201d South Summit founder and President Mar\u00eda Benjumea said in a statement.\nOrganizers said the conference will examine AI\u2019s impact on investment, entrepreneurship, defense, sustainability, regulation and productivity amid increasing global competition over technological development and innovation.\nThe event will also feature a \u201cDefense & AI\u201d track involving NATO innovation leaders through its DIANA defense accelerator program, alongside startups and investors working on cybersecurity, autonomous systems, infrastructure protection and dual-use technologies.\nSouth Summit said the focus on defense technology reflects Europe\u2019s efforts to strengthen technological sovereignty and reduce dependence on foreign technologies in critical sectors.\nJuan Jos\u00e9 G\u00fcemes, vice president of IE University, said the event would once again position Madrid \u201cas the world capital of entrepreneurship and innovation.\u201d\n\u201cFor our institution, as co-organizers, it is a pride to promote a meeting that reflects our strategic commitment to Artificial Intelligence as a driver of transformation, and our entrepreneurial DNA,\u201d he said.\nJes\u00fas Herrero, chief executive officer of Red.es, said AI has \u201credefined the competitiveness of countries and the ability of our companies to innovate.\u201d\n\u201cTo lead this transformation, we must train, attract and retain talent, but also bet on entrepreneurship as a key lever to promote a more ambitious ecosystem,\u201d he said.\nConfirmed speakers include GoogleX founder Sebastian Thrun, investor Kim Perell and Female Invest co-founder Anna Hartvigsen.\nSouth Summit and PwC also released a report ahead of the conference discussing AI\u2019s growing role in venture capital and startup ecosystems, particularly in healthcare and defense.\nSouth Summit has also expanded its presence in Latin America, holding events in Mexico, Colombia, Peru, Chile, Argentina and Brazil.\nOrganizers said the 2026 Brazil edition drew more than 24,000 attendees from 70 countries, alongside 3,000 startups and more than 1,000 investors managing a combined \u20ac250 billion investment portfolio. \u2014 Arjay L. Balinbin", "date_published": "2026-05-14T15:38:50+08:00", "date_modified": "2026-05-14T17:06:08+08:00", "authors": [ { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/cedadiantityclea/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/fc38d2668fdee8f1e2b22df5e72ae6f4ad265ab7814de4aa60060edd377a70ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" } ], "author": { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/cedadiantityclea/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/fc38d2668fdee8f1e2b22df5e72ae6f4ad265ab7814de4aa60060edd377a70ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" }, "image": "/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Maria-Benjumea-President-of-South-Summit.jpg", "tags": [ "Arjay L. Balinbin", "Technology" ] }, { "id": "/?p=749640", "url": "/technology/2026/05/14/749640/boomi-announces-new-partnerships-acquisition/", "title": "Boomi announces new partnerships, acquisition", "content_html": "By Cathy Rose A. Garcia, Editor-in-Chief
\nCHICAGO \u2014 Boomi on Wednesday unveiled a strategic collaboration with Red Hat to deliver a single integrated stack for agentic AI (artificial intelligence) that will help organizations manage data sovereignty and optimize AI costs.
\nBoomi Chief Executive Officer and Chairman Steve Lucas said enterprises have to ensure that their sensitive data aren\u2019t leaked outside.
\n\u201cThe one remaining moat that you have beyond your physical infrastructure is your data. Do not hemorrhage this to public models. This is exactly what Boomi and Red Hat are doing together, leveraging Red Hat\u2019s AI as part of a new platform that we will be making available,\u201d he said during the opening of BoomiWorld 2026 here on Wednesday.
\nMr. Lucas said enterprises can run models of their choice on this platform.
\n\u201cYou will be able to put this where your data resides to protect it, to ensure your moat not just survives but thrives in the era of AI,\u201d he said.
\nHe noted enterprise leaders he has talked to are asking the same question: \u201cHow do I get real AI ROI (return on investment) without losing control of my data, my security posture, or my budget?\u201d
\n\u201cThe answer isn\u2019t stitching together dozens of vendors; it\u2019s having a unified platform. With Red Hat, we\u2019re giving organizations the ability to activate their data, orchestrate AI across the business, and run it with enhanced security in their own environment at a cost that makes AI viable at scale.\u201d
\nRed Hat Chief Strategy Officer and Chief Operating Officer Michael Ferris said it is collaborating with Boomi to accelerate production-ready agentic AI and help enterprises build and scale AI for their businesses.
\n\u201cRight now, organizations are stuck between experimentation and production, facing too much complexity, too many disconnected tools and rising costs. What we\u2019re hearing from customers and analysts is clear. AI must be simpler to run, easier to govern and with more predictable costs,\u201d Mr. Ferris in a video message.
\nHe said the agentic stack will bring together everything needed by enterprises to build, govern, orchestrate and run AI agents at scale.
\n\u201cBy bringing together the power of Red Hat AI with Boomi\u2019s data activation and agent lifecycle management, we can help organizations move from pilots to production with greater confidence, securely, efficiently and with control,\u201d Mr. Ferris said.
\nMeanwhile, Mr. Lucas said Boomi is also partnering with Couchbase, Inc. to accelerate AI agents from pilot to production.
\n\u201cThe companies will co-engineer solutions that give customers a production-ready foundation for agentic AI, combining Boomi\u2019s connectivity, runtime and governance for AI agents with Couchbase\u2019s scalable recollection and vector capabilities,\u201d the company said.
\nAlso, Boomi said it is expanding its partnership with ServiceNow \u201cto deliver enhanced data activation capabilities integrated with ServiceNow Workflow Data Fabric.\u201d
\nBoomi will be a launch partner for the ServiceNow Workflow Data Network Passport Program, which would make it easier for customers to deploy its integration and data activation capabilities within the ServiceNow AI platform.
\nNEW ACQUISITION
\nAt the same time, Boomi said it plans to acquire Lunar.dev, a move expected to extend Boomi\u2019s AI gateway capabilities.
\nBoomi said it has already signed a letter of intent to acquire Lunar.dev, a Tel Aviv-based company that was described as an innovator in AI and Model Context Protocol (MCP) gateway.
\nWith Lunar.dev, Boomi said it will have a centralized and decentralized control layer for managing AI interactions across the enterprise and add a MCP gateway to provide cost management and scalable AI connectivity.
\n\u201cWe are very excited about what they bring us in terms of MCP gateway, governance, MCP registry, and tying it to our Boomi Connect product and other areas of our enterprise platform,\u201d Mr. Lucas said in a press briefing.
\nHe said the acquisition is expected to be closed within 30 to 40 days.
\n", "content_text": "By Cathy Rose A. Garcia, Editor-in-Chief\nCHICAGO \u2014 Boomi on Wednesday unveiled a strategic collaboration with Red Hat to deliver a single integrated stack for agentic AI (artificial intelligence) that will help organizations manage data sovereignty and optimize AI costs.\nBoomi Chief Executive Officer and Chairman Steve Lucas said enterprises have to ensure that their sensitive data aren\u2019t leaked outside.\n\u201cThe one remaining moat that you have beyond your physical infrastructure is your data. Do not hemorrhage this to public models. This is exactly what Boomi and Red Hat are doing together, leveraging Red Hat\u2019s AI as part of a new platform that we will be making available,\u201d he said during the opening of BoomiWorld 2026 here on Wednesday.\nMr. Lucas said enterprises can run models of their choice on this platform.\n\u201cYou will be able to put this where your data resides to protect it, to ensure your moat not just survives but thrives in the era of AI,\u201d he said.\nHe noted enterprise leaders he has talked to are asking the same question: \u201cHow do I get real AI ROI (return on investment) without losing control of my data, my security posture, or my budget?\u201d\n\u201cThe answer isn\u2019t stitching together dozens of vendors; it\u2019s having a unified platform. With Red Hat, we\u2019re giving organizations the ability to activate their data, orchestrate AI across the business, and run it with enhanced security in their own environment at a cost that makes AI viable at scale.\u201d\nRed Hat Chief Strategy Officer and Chief Operating Officer Michael Ferris said it is collaborating with Boomi to accelerate production-ready agentic AI and help enterprises build and scale AI for their businesses.\n\u201cRight now, organizations are stuck between experimentation and production, facing too much complexity, too many disconnected tools and rising costs. What we\u2019re hearing from customers and analysts is clear. AI must be simpler to run, easier to govern and with more predictable costs,\u201d Mr. Ferris in a video message.\nHe said the agentic stack will bring together everything needed by enterprises to build, govern, orchestrate and run AI agents at scale.\n\u201cBy bringing together the power of Red Hat AI with Boomi\u2019s data activation and agent lifecycle management, we can help organizations move from pilots to production with greater confidence, securely, efficiently and with control,\u201d Mr. Ferris said.\nMeanwhile, Mr. Lucas said Boomi is also partnering with Couchbase, Inc. to accelerate AI agents from pilot to production.\n\u201cThe companies will co-engineer solutions that give customers a production-ready foundation for agentic AI, combining Boomi\u2019s connectivity, runtime and governance for AI agents with Couchbase\u2019s scalable recollection and vector capabilities,\u201d the company said.\nAlso, Boomi said it is expanding its partnership with ServiceNow \u201cto deliver enhanced data activation capabilities integrated with ServiceNow Workflow Data Fabric.\u201d\nBoomi will be a launch partner for the ServiceNow Workflow Data Network Passport Program, which would make it easier for customers to deploy its integration and data activation capabilities within the ServiceNow AI platform.\nNEW ACQUISITION\nAt the same time, Boomi said it plans to acquire Lunar.dev, a move expected to extend Boomi\u2019s AI gateway capabilities.\nBoomi said it has already signed a letter of intent to acquire Lunar.dev, a Tel Aviv-based company that was described as an innovator in AI and Model Context Protocol (MCP) gateway.\nWith Lunar.dev, Boomi said it will have a centralized and decentralized control layer for managing AI interactions across the enterprise and add a MCP gateway to provide cost management and scalable AI connectivity.\n\u201cWe are very excited about what they bring us in terms of MCP gateway, governance, MCP registry, and tying it to our Boomi Connect product and other areas of our enterprise platform,\u201d Mr. Lucas said in a press briefing.\nHe said the acquisition is expected to be closed within 30 to 40 days.", "date_published": "2026-05-14T12:56:15+08:00", "date_modified": "2026-05-14T12:56:15+08:00", "authors": [ { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/rgentribirthfurd/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/9965230d2fd009579b4e8df9a934f6d1021b1ee67e60bcb4cad3b7249a2900ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" } ], "author": { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/rgentribirthfurd/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/9965230d2fd009579b4e8df9a934f6d1021b1ee67e60bcb4cad3b7249a2900ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" }, "image": "/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/boomi.jpg", "tags": [ "Boomi", "Cathy Rose A. Garcia", "Technology" ] }, { "id": "/?p=749405", "url": "/technology/2026/05/14/749405/phl-enterprises-facing-pressure-to-deploy-ai-despite-risks-says-study/", "title": "PHL enterprises facing pressure to deploy AI despite risks, says study", "content_html": "MANY Philippine enterprises are facing pressure to deploy artificial intelligence (AI) technologies to keep pace with rapid global adoption without considering potential security and compliance risks, AI security company TrendAI said in a new study.
\nThe study showed that 67% of IT decision-makers (ITDMs) and 72% of business decision-makers (BDMs) in the Philippines said they have felt pressured to approve AI despite security concerns, with some ignoring these due to the threat of competition and rising internal demand.
\nThis is even as these organizations said they are employing various strategies to maintain data integrity in AI systems in both data security (76%) and data quality management (72%).
\n\u201cOrganizations are not lacking awareness of risk; they\u2019re lacking the conditions to manage it. When deployment is driven by competitive pressure rather than governance maturity, you create a situation where AI is embedded into critical systems without the controls needed to manage it safely. This research reinforces our focus on helping organizations drive solid business outcomes with AI while still managing business risk,\u201d said Rachel Jin, TrendAI chief platform and business officer.
\nThe lack of controls and governance can lead to vulnerability points that cybercriminals can take advantage of as attackers are already using AI to automate reconnaissance, accelerate phishing campaigns, and lower the barrier to entry for cybercrime, the company said.
\nGlobally, just 33% of ITDMs and 44% of BDMs said they feel highly prepared for the pace of AI adoption, the study showed.
\n\u201cThe development of AI policy and governance frameworks is part of organizations\u2019 preparation, with over half of ITDMs and BDMs (56% and 58%, respectively) saying comprehensive policies are already in place. However, a third of the organizations are still drafting their AI governance frameworks, with top barriers being unclear regulation or compliance standards (53%), as well as limited security or data expertise (51%),\u201d it said.
\n\u201cOrganizations are deploying AI faster than they can manage the associated risks, creating a widening gap between ambition and oversight.\u201d
\nAGENTIC AI RISKS
\nMeanwhile, 60% of respondents said they believe autonomous systems like agentic AI will significantly improve cyber defense in the short term, although they remain concerned over data access, misuse, and lack of oversight. The study also showed that 30% said they lack observability or auditability over these systems.
\u201cMore than five in ten organizations (57%) say AI agents accessing sensitive data is their biggest risk. More than half warn that malicious prompts (53%) and abuse of trusted AI status (51%) could compromise security. Meanwhile, 36% point to a growing attack surface for cybercriminals, and 34% cite risks linked to autonomous code deployment.\u201d
\nIn the Philippines, 65% of respondents said they support the introduction of AI \u201ckill switch\u201d mechanisms to shut down systems in the event of failure or misuse, while 33% said they remain unsure.
\n\u201cThis lack of consensus highlights a deeper issue: organizations are moving towards autonomous AI without agreement on how to retain control when it matters most,\u201d TrendAI said.
\n\u201cAgentic AI is moving organizations into a new risk category,\u201d Ms. Jin said. \u201cOur research shows the concerns are already clear, from sensitive data exposure to loss of oversight. Without visibility and control, organizations are deploying systems they don\u2019t fully understand or govern, and that risk is only going to increase unless action is taken.\u201d
\nTrendAI\u2019s study covered 3,700 ITDMs and BDMs globally, including 200 from the Philippines. \u2014 Bettina V. Roc
\n", "content_text": "MANY Philippine enterprises are facing pressure to deploy artificial intelligence (AI) technologies to keep pace with rapid global adoption without considering potential security and compliance risks, AI security company TrendAI said in a new study.\nThe study showed that 67% of IT decision-makers (ITDMs) and 72% of business decision-makers (BDMs) in the Philippines said they have felt pressured to approve AI despite security concerns, with some ignoring these due to the threat of competition and rising internal demand.\nThis is even as these organizations said they are employing various strategies to maintain data integrity in AI systems in both data security (76%) and data quality management (72%).\n\u201cOrganizations are not lacking awareness of risk; they\u2019re lacking the conditions to manage it. When deployment is driven by competitive pressure rather than governance maturity, you create a situation where AI is embedded into critical systems without the controls needed to manage it safely. This research reinforces our focus on helping organizations drive solid business outcomes with AI while still managing business risk,\u201d said Rachel Jin, TrendAI chief platform and business officer.\nThe lack of controls and governance can lead to vulnerability points that cybercriminals can take advantage of as attackers are already using AI to automate reconnaissance, accelerate phishing campaigns, and lower the barrier to entry for cybercrime, the company said.\nGlobally, just 33% of ITDMs and 44% of BDMs said they feel highly prepared for the pace of AI adoption, the study showed.\n\u201cThe development of AI policy and governance frameworks is part of organizations\u2019 preparation, with over half of ITDMs and BDMs (56% and 58%, respectively) saying comprehensive policies are already in place. However, a third of the organizations are still drafting their AI governance frameworks, with top barriers being unclear regulation or compliance standards (53%), as well as limited security or data expertise (51%),\u201d it said.\n\u201cOrganizations are deploying AI faster than they can manage the associated risks, creating a widening gap between ambition and oversight.\u201d\nAGENTIC AI RISKS\nMeanwhile, 60% of respondents said they believe autonomous systems like agentic AI will significantly improve cyber defense in the short term, although they remain concerned over data access, misuse, and lack of oversight. The study also showed that 30% said they lack observability or auditability over these systems.\n\u201cMore than five in ten organizations (57%) say AI agents accessing sensitive data is their biggest risk. More than half warn that malicious prompts (53%) and abuse of trusted AI status (51%) could compromise security. Meanwhile, 36% point to a growing attack surface for cybercriminals, and 34% cite risks linked to autonomous code deployment.\u201d\nIn the Philippines, 65% of respondents said they support the introduction of AI \u201ckill switch\u201d mechanisms to shut down systems in the event of failure or misuse, while 33% said they remain unsure.\n\u201cThis lack of consensus highlights a deeper issue: organizations are moving towards autonomous AI without agreement on how to retain control when it matters most,\u201d TrendAI said.\n\u201cAgentic AI is moving organizations into a new risk category,\u201d Ms. Jin said. \u201cOur research shows the concerns are already clear, from sensitive data exposure to loss of oversight. Without visibility and control, organizations are deploying systems they don\u2019t fully understand or govern, and that risk is only going to increase unless action is taken.\u201d\nTrendAI\u2019s study covered 3,700 ITDMs and BDMs globally, including 200 from the Philippines. \u2014 Bettina V. Roc", "date_published": "2026-05-14T00:04:35+08:00", "date_modified": "2026-05-13T17:57:44+08:00", "authors": [ { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/cedadiantityclea/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/fc38d2668fdee8f1e2b22df5e72ae6f4ad265ab7814de4aa60060edd377a70ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" } ], "author": { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/cedadiantityclea/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/fc38d2668fdee8f1e2b22df5e72ae6f4ad265ab7814de4aa60060edd377a70ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" }, "image": "/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/AI-artificial-intelligence.jpg", "tags": [ "Bettina V. Roc", "Editors' Picks", "Technology" ] }, { "id": "/?p=749404", "url": "/technology/2026/05/14/749404/aia-philippines-uses-ai-powered-platform-to-train-agency-force/", "title": "AIA Philippines uses AI-powered platform to train agency force", "content_html": "AIA PHILIPPINES Life and General Insurance Co., Inc. has launched an artificial intelligence (AI)-powered training platform for its agency force.
\nIntegrated into the insurer\u2019s integrated digital ecosystem platform Master Planner, AI Roleplay lets AIA agents, also called Life Planners, participate in simulated conversations based on different customer personas and life situations.
\nThe platform gives real-time feedback on objection handling, emotional engagement, communication fluency, and insurance knowledge.
\n\u201cInsurance has always been deeply personal. Behind every conversation is someone thinking about their family, their future, and the financial decisions that matter most to them,\u201d AIA Philippines President and Chief Executive Officer Melita Teo said in a statement. \u201cTechnology should help Life Planners become better listeners, more empathetic communicators, and more confident in addressing real customer concerns.
\n\u201cAI Roleplay is designed to support AIA Life Planners across multiple sales and recruitment scenarios, allowing them to access coaching simulations anytime through their mobile devices and receive immediate feedback after every session. The platform effectively gives Life Planners access to a 24/7 digital mentor for real-world customer interactions,\u201d AIA Philippines said.
\nThe platform helps prepare agents for real-world situations by providing a dynamic and accessible training environment.
\n\u201cEvery customer conversation is different,\u201d Ms. Teo said. \u201cAgents need to be prepared not just with product knowledge, but with the confidence to respond thoughtfully in the moment. AI Roleplay gives them a space to practice, improve, and learn through experience before meeting actual clients.\u201d
\nThe platform supports English, Tagalog, and also Taglish (a mix of Filipino and English).
\n\u201cTaglish AI language models remain uncommon in the industry, and AIA\u2019s deliberate investment in this capability underscores its commitment to meaningful localization and contextualization. By designing AI that reflects how Filipinos naturally communicate, AIA moves beyond traditional technology adoption toward culturally relevant innovation,\u201d the insurer said.
\nAIA Philippines plans to enhance the platform further by deepening its localized conversational capabilities.
\n\u201cFor AI to make a difference, it has to help people in meaningful ways,\u201d Ms. Teo said. \u201cWhat we want is to help Life Planners build stronger relationships with customers, have more relevant conversations, and ultimately guide more Filipinos toward better protection and financial security.\u201d
\nThis initiative is in line with industry-wide trends of the use of AI for customer engagement, agent readiness, and training efficiency.
\nAIA Philippines\u2019 premium income rose to P12.296 billion in 2025 from P12.06 billion in 2024, according to data posted on the Insurance Commission\u2019s website. Meanwhile, its net income jumped to P5.67 billion from P3.48 billion. \u2014 A.M.C. Sy
\n", "content_text": "AIA PHILIPPINES Life and General Insurance Co., Inc. has launched an artificial intelligence (AI)-powered training platform for its agency force.\nIntegrated into the insurer\u2019s integrated digital ecosystem platform Master Planner, AI Roleplay lets AIA agents, also called Life Planners, participate in simulated conversations based on different customer personas and life situations.\nThe platform gives real-time feedback on objection handling, emotional engagement, communication fluency, and insurance knowledge.\n\u201cInsurance has always been deeply personal. Behind every conversation is someone thinking about their family, their future, and the financial decisions that matter most to them,\u201d AIA Philippines President and Chief Executive Officer Melita Teo said in a statement. \u201cTechnology should help Life Planners become better listeners, more empathetic communicators, and more confident in addressing real customer concerns.\n\u201cAI Roleplay is designed to support AIA Life Planners across multiple sales and recruitment scenarios, allowing them to access coaching simulations anytime through their mobile devices and receive immediate feedback after every session. The platform effectively gives Life Planners access to a 24/7 digital mentor for real-world customer interactions,\u201d AIA Philippines said.\nThe platform helps prepare agents for real-world situations by providing a dynamic and accessible training environment.\n\u201cEvery customer conversation is different,\u201d Ms. Teo said. \u201cAgents need to be prepared not just with product knowledge, but with the confidence to respond thoughtfully in the moment. AI Roleplay gives them a space to practice, improve, and learn through experience before meeting actual clients.\u201d\nThe platform supports English, Tagalog, and also Taglish (a mix of Filipino and English).\n\u201cTaglish AI language models remain uncommon in the industry, and AIA\u2019s deliberate investment in this capability underscores its commitment to meaningful localization and contextualization. By designing AI that reflects how Filipinos naturally communicate, AIA moves beyond traditional technology adoption toward culturally relevant innovation,\u201d the insurer said.\nAIA Philippines plans to enhance the platform further by deepening its localized conversational capabilities.\n\u201cFor AI to make a difference, it has to help people in meaningful ways,\u201d Ms. Teo said. \u201cWhat we want is to help Life Planners build stronger relationships with customers, have more relevant conversations, and ultimately guide more Filipinos toward better protection and financial security.\u201d\nThis initiative is in line with industry-wide trends of the use of AI for customer engagement, agent readiness, and training efficiency.\nAIA Philippines\u2019 premium income rose to P12.296 billion in 2025 from P12.06 billion in 2024, according to data posted on the Insurance Commission\u2019s website. Meanwhile, its net income jumped to P5.67 billion from P3.48 billion. \u2014 A.M.C. Sy", "date_published": "2026-05-14T00:03:35+08:00", "date_modified": "2026-05-13T17:57:16+08:00", "authors": [ { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/cedadiantityclea/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/fc38d2668fdee8f1e2b22df5e72ae6f4ad265ab7814de4aa60060edd377a70ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" } ], "author": { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/cedadiantityclea/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/fc38d2668fdee8f1e2b22df5e72ae6f4ad265ab7814de4aa60060edd377a70ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" }, "image": "/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/AIA-Philippines-logo.jpg", "tags": [ "Aaron Michael C. Sy", "Editors' Picks", "Technology" ] }, { "id": "/?p=749524", "url": "/technology/2026/05/13/749524/apac-firms-flag-ai-driven-threats-fragmented-tools-as-top-cybersecurity-risks-fortinet-survey/", "title": "APAC firms flag AI-driven threats, fragmented tools as top cybersecurity risks \u2014 Fortinet survey", "content_html": "More than half of organizations in the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region, including the Philippines, cited artificial intelligence (AI)-driven threats and fragmented security tools as the top structural factors contributing to cybersecurity risks, according to the latest survey commissioned by Fortinet, a cybersecurity firm.
\nThe Forrester survey, released on Tuesday and conducted in March, found that cyber risks are driven by both external threats and internal complexity.
\nMore than half, or 57%, of organizations identified AI-driven threats as their top cybersecurity concern, while 54% attributed risks to fragmented security tools.
\nRashish Pandey, vice-president of marketing and communications for APAC and ANZ (Australia and New Zealand) at Fortinet, said that some organizations, including those in the Philippines, use between 20 and 40 different cybersecurity tools, making operations more complex to manage.
\nMeanwhile, 52% of respondents cited alert overload as a concern, 50% pointed to regulatory pressure, and 49% identified skills shortages as a major challenge.
\nDue to these cybersecurity risks, the survey found that security operations center (SOC) teams are struggling to keep up.
\nAbout 50% of organizations said the volume of alerts makes it difficult to distinguish legitimate threats, while 48% still rely on manual workflows.
\nThe survey also found that most organizations in the Asia-Pacific region, or 68%, remain at the intermediate stage of cybersecurity maturity, while only 16% have reached advanced levels.
\nAs operational challenges such as fragmented security tools increasingly become cybersecurity risks, the report said local organizations are gaining momentum toward shifting to unified, platform-based security architectures to reduce complexity.
\n\u201cIf you look across the Philippines, the top priorities for Filipino cybersecurity leaders are shifting toward simplification and visibility,\u201d Mr. Pandey said.
\nOther priorities cited in the survey include accelerating AI adoption in security operations, addressing skills gaps, and improving workforce training.
\nThe report said adoption of unified security platforms is expected to nearly triple over the next 12 to 24 months, from the current 20% of firms to 59%.
\nAmong the key drivers behind the shift are the need to reduce tool sprawl, solve integration challenges, and lower operational costs.
\nHowever, challenges such as migration costs and disruptions, limited automation, and the lack of unified data remain persistent barriers to achieving the transition.
\nThe Forrester survey commissioned by Fortinet covered 585 decision-makers and influencers involved in cybersecurity solutions across organizations in the APAC region, spanning industries such as manufacturing, telecommunications, banking, and financial services, among others.
\nIn the Philippines, Mr. Pandey said more than 50 customer firms participated in the survey. \u2014 Edg Adrian A. Eva
\n", "content_text": "More than half of organizations in the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region, including the Philippines, cited artificial intelligence (AI)-driven threats and fragmented security tools as the top structural factors contributing to cybersecurity risks, according to the latest survey commissioned by Fortinet, a cybersecurity firm.\nThe Forrester survey, released on Tuesday and conducted in March, found that cyber risks are driven by both external threats and internal complexity.\nMore than half, or 57%, of organizations identified AI-driven threats as their top cybersecurity concern, while 54% attributed risks to fragmented security tools.\nRashish Pandey, vice-president of marketing and communications for APAC and ANZ (Australia and New Zealand) at Fortinet, said that some organizations, including those in the Philippines, use between 20 and 40 different cybersecurity tools, making operations more complex to manage.\nMeanwhile, 52% of respondents cited alert overload as a concern, 50% pointed to regulatory pressure, and 49% identified skills shortages as a major challenge.\nDue to these cybersecurity risks, the survey found that security operations center (SOC) teams are struggling to keep up.\nAbout 50% of organizations said the volume of alerts makes it difficult to distinguish legitimate threats, while 48% still rely on manual workflows.\nThe survey also found that most organizations in the Asia-Pacific region, or 68%, remain at the intermediate stage of cybersecurity maturity, while only 16% have reached advanced levels.\nAs operational challenges such as fragmented security tools increasingly become cybersecurity risks, the report said local organizations are gaining momentum toward shifting to unified, platform-based security architectures to reduce complexity.\n\u201cIf you look across the Philippines, the top priorities for Filipino cybersecurity leaders are shifting toward simplification and visibility,\u201d Mr. Pandey said.\nOther priorities cited in the survey include accelerating AI adoption in security operations, addressing skills gaps, and improving workforce training.\nThe report said adoption of unified security platforms is expected to nearly triple over the next 12 to 24 months, from the current 20% of firms to 59%.\nAmong the key drivers behind the shift are the need to reduce tool sprawl, solve integration challenges, and lower operational costs.\nHowever, challenges such as migration costs and disruptions, limited automation, and the lack of unified data remain persistent barriers to achieving the transition.\nThe Forrester survey commissioned by Fortinet covered 585 decision-makers and influencers involved in cybersecurity solutions across organizations in the APAC region, spanning industries such as manufacturing, telecommunications, banking, and financial services, among others.\nIn the Philippines, Mr. Pandey said more than 50 customer firms participated in the survey. \u2014 Edg Adrian A. Eva", "date_published": "2026-05-13T20:02:30+08:00", "date_modified": "2026-05-13T20:02:30+08:00", "authors": [ { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/cedadiantityclea/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/fc38d2668fdee8f1e2b22df5e72ae6f4ad265ab7814de4aa60060edd377a70ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" } ], "author": { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/cedadiantityclea/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/fc38d2668fdee8f1e2b22df5e72ae6f4ad265ab7814de4aa60060edd377a70ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" }, "image": "/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/fortinent-bambi.jpg", "tags": [ "Edg Adrian A. Eva", "Technology" ] }, { "id": "/?p=749370", "url": "/technology/2026/05/13/749370/yale-pop-up-booth-to-showcase-new-high-tech-locks-and-safes-until-may-31/", "title": "Yale pop-up booth to showcase new high tech locks and safes until May 31", "content_html": "Yale, a lock brand under Assa Abloy Philippines Inc., has launched its new pop-up booth, an installation that allows consumers to immerse themselves in its latest security solutions.
\nThe Smart Yale Home pop-up booth, unveiled on May 1, is an immersive installation that transforms retail space into a fully realized smart home environment, the company said in a statement.
\nIt is designed in a \u201cY\u201d shape and features actual working doors and three home simulation rooms, each showcasing Yale\u2019s innovations such as the Yale Luna Elite+, Yale Uno, the Yale YDL325 Series, and Yale Solis Safes.
\nThe pop-up booth launch was led by Jonathan Kwong, director and general manager of Assa Abloy Philippines Inc., along with other key officials from the company and its partners.
\nThe Yale Luna Elite+ features FaceScan and PalmScan biometric access powered by 3D structured light technology, along with multiple entry options including fingerprint, PIN code, RFID, mechanical key, and app control, plus a built-in viewer screen, motion alerts, and dual-battery backup.
\nThe Yale Uno offers a more practical home solution, integrating a fingerprint sensor directly on the handle for one-motion unlocking, along with PIN, RFID, and key access, and added security modes such as Panic Mode and Passage Mode for everyday flexibility.
\nMeanwhile, the Yale YDL325 Series offers compact smart lock solutions for interior spaces, with fingerprint, app, PIN, and key access, available in square and circle variants and designed for easy plug-in installation and seamless room integration.
\nLastly, the Yale Solis Safe Series features laser-cut steel construction with solid locking bolts, offering fingerprint, PIN code, and dual authentication access, along with LED-lit interiors and backup access options for secure storage of valuables.
\nThe Yale Luna Elite+ is available at a special price of P55,243.50 from P84,990, the Yale Uno at P13,592 from P16,990, and the Yale YDL325 Series at P7,992 from P9,990.
\nThe Yale Solis Safe Series is priced at P11,192 for the 230L model, P11,592 for the 250L, P13,192 for the 400L, and P15,992 for the 560L.
\nThese new security solutions can be experienced firsthand at the Smart Yale Home pop-up booth until May 31, located at True Value, Level 6, Shangri-La Plaza in Mandaluyong City. \u2014 Edg Adrian A. Eva
\n", "content_text": "Actress and celebrity host Isabel Oli with the Yale Solis Safe series.\u2014 ED GERONIA\nYale, a lock brand under Assa Abloy Philippines Inc., has launched its new pop-up booth, an installation that allows consumers to immerse themselves in its latest security solutions.\nThe Smart Yale Home pop-up booth, unveiled on May 1, is an immersive installation that transforms retail space into a fully realized smart home environment, the company said in a statement.\nIt is designed in a \u201cY\u201d shape and features actual working doors and three home simulation rooms, each showcasing Yale\u2019s innovations such as the Yale Luna Elite+, Yale Uno, the Yale YDL325 Series, and Yale Solis Safes.\nThe pop-up booth launch was led by Jonathan Kwong, director and general manager of Assa Abloy Philippines Inc., along with other key officials from the company and its partners.\nThe Yale Luna Elite+ features FaceScan and PalmScan biometric access powered by 3D structured light technology, along with multiple entry options including fingerprint, PIN code, RFID, mechanical key, and app control, plus a built-in viewer screen, motion alerts, and dual-battery backup.\nThe Yale Uno offers a more practical home solution, integrating a fingerprint sensor directly on the handle for one-motion unlocking, along with PIN, RFID, and key access, and added security modes such as Panic Mode and Passage Mode for everyday flexibility.\nMeanwhile, the Yale YDL325 Series offers compact smart lock solutions for interior spaces, with fingerprint, app, PIN, and key access, available in square and circle variants and designed for easy plug-in installation and seamless room integration.\nLastly, the Yale Solis Safe Series features laser-cut steel construction with solid locking bolts, offering fingerprint, PIN code, and dual authentication access, along with LED-lit interiors and backup access options for secure storage of valuables.\nThe Yale Luna Elite+ is available at a special price of P55,243.50 from P84,990, the Yale Uno at P13,592 from P16,990, and the Yale YDL325 Series at P7,992 from P9,990.\nThe Yale Solis Safe Series is priced at P11,192 for the 230L model, P11,592 for the 250L, P13,192 for the 400L, and P15,992 for the 560L.\nThese new security solutions can be experienced firsthand at the Smart Yale Home pop-up booth until May 31, located at True Value, Level 6, Shangri-La Plaza in Mandaluyong City. \u2014 Edg Adrian A. Eva", "date_published": "2026-05-13T17:35:42+08:00", "date_modified": "2026-05-13T17:35:42+08:00", "authors": [ { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/cedadiantityclea/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/fc38d2668fdee8f1e2b22df5e72ae6f4ad265ab7814de4aa60060edd377a70ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" } ], "author": { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/cedadiantityclea/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/fc38d2668fdee8f1e2b22df5e72ae6f4ad265ab7814de4aa60060edd377a70ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" }, "image": "/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Isabel-Oli-thumb.jpg", "tags": [ "Edg Adrian A. Eva", "Technology" ] }, { "id": "/?p=748453", "url": "/technology/2026/05/08/748453/synology-urges-stronger-resilience-as-ph-expands-e-gov-services/", "title": "Synology urges stronger resilience as PH expands e-gov services", "content_html": "As the Philippine government ramps up its efforts to make services available online, its systems must be fortified to handle disruptions and protect sensitive data, according to Taiwanese tech company Synology Inc. on Thursday.
\nClaire Huang, Synology Philippines country manager, said that amid the country\u2019s advancing digital initiatives, resilience can no longer be treated as a secondary consideration.
\n\u201cGovernment systems must be designed to handle disruptions, protect sensitive data, and keep essential services available at all times,\u201d Ms. Huang said in a statement, noting that this is crucial to ensuring public trust as more services go online.
\nThe Philippines is among the countries most affected by cyberattacks globally, including attacks such as ransomware, phishing, and identity theft, Synology said, citing the Microsoft Digital Defense Report 2025.
\nDuring the GOVX.0 Conference 2026 held a few days ago, Synology shared how government agencies can strengthen their systems\u2019 resilience through reliable backup, faster data recovery, and the ability to maintain operations during unexpected events.
\nThe tech company also offers solutions such as Synology ActiveProtect, a specialized, high-performance data protection solution.
\nIt said that the solution helps organizations standardize recovery processes, reduce manual workloads, and respond quickly to disruptions that halt access to essential services.
\nSynology reiterated that data resilience will remain crucial in ensuring reliable and secure access for citizens amid the expansion of digital government services. \u2014 Edg Adrian A. Eva
\n", "content_text": "As the Philippine government ramps up its efforts to make services available online, its systems must be fortified to handle disruptions and protect sensitive data, according to Taiwanese tech company Synology Inc. on Thursday.\nClaire Huang, Synology Philippines country manager, said that amid the country\u2019s advancing digital initiatives, resilience can no longer be treated as a secondary consideration.\n\u201cGovernment systems must be designed to handle disruptions, protect sensitive data, and keep essential services available at all times,\u201d Ms. Huang said in a statement, noting that this is crucial to ensuring public trust as more services go online.\nThe Philippines is among the countries most affected by cyberattacks globally, including attacks such as ransomware, phishing, and identity theft, Synology said, citing the Microsoft Digital Defense Report 2025.\nDuring the GOVX.0 Conference 2026 held a few days ago, Synology shared how government agencies can strengthen their systems\u2019 resilience through reliable backup, faster data recovery, and the ability to maintain operations during unexpected events.\nThe tech company also offers solutions such as Synology ActiveProtect, a specialized, high-performance data protection solution.\nIt said that the solution helps organizations standardize recovery processes, reduce manual workloads, and respond quickly to disruptions that halt access to essential services.\nSynology reiterated that data resilience will remain crucial in ensuring reliable and secure access for citizens amid the expansion of digital government services. \u2014 Edg Adrian A. Eva", "date_published": "2026-05-08T16:16:23+08:00", "date_modified": "2026-05-08T16:16:23+08:00", "authors": [ { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/rgentribirthfurd/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/9965230d2fd009579b4e8df9a934f6d1021b1ee67e60bcb4cad3b7249a2900ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" } ], "author": { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/rgentribirthfurd/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/9965230d2fd009579b4e8df9a934f6d1021b1ee67e60bcb4cad3b7249a2900ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" }, "image": "/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Synology-Inc.-at-GOVX.0-Philippines-2026.jpg", "tags": [ "Edg Adrian A. Eva", "Technology" ] }, { "id": "/?p=747792", "url": "/technology/2026/05/07/747792/maya-partners-with-lydian-to-enable-crypto-payments-in-the-philippines/", "title": "Maya partners with Lydian to enable crypto payments in the Philippines", "content_html": "MAYA has partnered with payments infrastructure provider Lydian to enable the use of virtual assets for transactions amid growing cryptocurrency ownership in the country.
\nUnder the collaboration, enterprises using the Maya Business platform can process payments with stablecoins and other digital assets using Lydian\u2019s digital asset acceptance infrastructure.
\nThese businesses will be able to accept these payments while receiving same-day settlement in Philippine pesos, removing exposure to price volatility.
\nFor consumers, digital asset payments will be integrated into QR codes, payment links and online checkout, including a \u201cPay with Crypto\u201d option.
\n\u201cThe initiative is designed to address key friction points that have limited merchant adoption, including volatility, custody requirements and regulatory complexity, by enabling stablecoin-based payments within a structured framework,\u201d Maya said.
\n\u201cMaya will provide the regulated infrastructure layer for the collaboration, leveraging its merchant network and technology platform used by businesses nationwide, while supporting wallet screening, Travel Rule compliance and BSP (Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas)-aligned reporting requirements,\u201d it added.
\nBased on Chainalysis\u2019 2025 Global Crypto Adoption Index, the Philippines ranked ninth in the world in terms of cryptocurrency activity.
\nChainalysis said Asia-Pacific was the fastest-growing region for on-chain crypto activity, with total crypto transaction volume growing to $2.36 trillion from $1.4 trillion, driven mainly by markets like India, Vietnam, and Pakistan.
\nA BSP survey also showed that awareness of virtual assets and cryptocurrencies increased from to 20% in 2025 from just 6% in 2021 as Filipinos\u2019 financial literacy improves, helping drive the growth of digital payments.
\nMaya Innovations Holdings, Pte. Ltd., formerly Voyager Innovations Holdings, Pte. Ltd., is the parent holding company of Maya Philippines, Inc. and Maya Bank, Inc.
\nMaya Philippines is registered with the BSP as an electronic money issuer, remittance and transfer company, operator of payment system, and virtual asset services provider.
\nMeanwhile, Maya Bank is one of the six BSP-licensed digital banks in the country.
\nHastings Holdings, Inc., a unit of PLDT Beneficial Trust Fund subsidiary MediaQuest Holdings, Inc., holds a majority stake in 大象传媒 through the Philippine Star Group, which it controls. \u2014 BVR
\n", "content_text": "MAYA has partnered with payments infrastructure provider Lydian to enable the use of virtual assets for transactions amid growing cryptocurrency ownership in the country.\nUnder the collaboration, enterprises using the Maya Business platform can process payments with stablecoins and other digital assets using Lydian\u2019s digital asset acceptance infrastructure.\nThese businesses will be able to accept these payments while receiving same-day settlement in Philippine pesos, removing exposure to price volatility.\nFor consumers, digital asset payments will be integrated into QR codes, payment links and online checkout, including a \u201cPay with Crypto\u201d option.\n\u201cThe initiative is designed to address key friction points that have limited merchant adoption, including volatility, custody requirements and regulatory complexity, by enabling stablecoin-based payments within a structured framework,\u201d Maya said.\n\u201cMaya will provide the regulated infrastructure layer for the collaboration, leveraging its merchant network and technology platform used by businesses nationwide, while supporting wallet screening, Travel Rule compliance and BSP (Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas)-aligned reporting requirements,\u201d it added.\nBased on Chainalysis\u2019 2025 Global Crypto Adoption Index, the Philippines ranked ninth in the world in terms of cryptocurrency activity.\nChainalysis said Asia-Pacific was the fastest-growing region for on-chain crypto activity, with total crypto transaction volume growing to $2.36 trillion from $1.4 trillion, driven mainly by markets like India, Vietnam, and Pakistan.\nA BSP survey also showed that awareness of virtual assets and cryptocurrencies increased from to 20% in 2025 from just 6% in 2021 as Filipinos\u2019 financial literacy improves, helping drive the growth of digital payments.\nMaya Innovations Holdings, Pte. Ltd., formerly Voyager Innovations Holdings, Pte. Ltd., is the parent holding company of Maya Philippines, Inc. and Maya Bank, Inc.\nMaya Philippines is registered with the BSP as an electronic money issuer, remittance and transfer company, operator of payment system, and virtual asset services provider.\nMeanwhile, Maya Bank is one of the six BSP-licensed digital banks in the country.\nHastings Holdings, Inc., a unit of PLDT Beneficial Trust Fund subsidiary MediaQuest Holdings, Inc., holds a majority stake in 大象传媒 through the Philippine Star Group, which it controls. \u2014 BVR", "date_published": "2026-05-07T00:05:47+08:00", "date_modified": "2026-05-06T17:33:58+08:00", "authors": [ { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/cedadiantityclea/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/fc38d2668fdee8f1e2b22df5e72ae6f4ad265ab7814de4aa60060edd377a70ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" } ], "author": { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/cedadiantityclea/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/fc38d2668fdee8f1e2b22df5e72ae6f4ad265ab7814de4aa60060edd377a70ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" }, "image": "/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/money-green.jpg", "tags": [ "Bettina V. Roc", "Editors' Picks", "Technology" ] }, { "id": "/?p=747791", "url": "/technology/2026/05/07/747791/xiaomi-unveils-2026-lineup-of-power-banks/", "title": "Xiaomi unveils 2026 lineup of power banks", "content_html": "XIAOMI CORP. has unveiled its newest lineup of power banks made up of four models to cater to various use cases.
\nXiaomi\u2019s Power Bank Series 2026 are now available at Xiaomi Store and the brand\u2019s official online channels on Shopee and Lazada.
\nThe Xiaomi 212-watt (W) HyperCharge Power Bank 24,500mAh is for those who need to charge various gadgets, including laptops, while on the go.
\n\u201cIts three ports can charge a laptop and a phone at the same time, with the primary USB-C port delivering up to 140W output for compatible high-power devices. The 24,500mAh equivalent capacity is designed for extended use across multiple devices, not just a single top-up,\u201d the brand said.
\nMeanwhile, its 100W adapter can get it to a full charge in about 2.5 hours. It also has a small color display that shows its remaining charge.
\nThe second model, the Xiaomi Magnetic Power Bank 10000 with Built-in Stand, is for those who want to charge their phone even while using it and without a cable.
\n\u201cIt attaches magnetically to the back of compatible phones, so charging starts without reaching for a cable. A fold-out stand props the phone at roughly 80 degrees for hands-free filming, video calls, or viewing while the battery charges in the background,\u201d it said.
\nFor those who need a wired connection, it comes with an integrated USB-C cable. The power bank also supports charging up to three devices simultaneously.
\nAnother option is the Xiaomi 67W Power Bank 10000 with Integrated Cable. Its USB-C cable tucks into a slot on the side and doubles as a carrying strap.
\nThe brand said the cable has been tested to hold up through more than 5,000 bends.
\n\u201cUnder Xiaomi lab conditions, the integrated cable can fully charge a Xiaomi 15 smartphone in 59 minutes, with actual performance varying by device and charging conditions. Two additional ports handle a second or third device when needed,\u201d it said.
\nThe power bank also has a digital display showing its remaining charge as a precise percentage.
\nLastly, for those who prefer something light, the Xiaomi Ultra-thin Magnetic Power Bank 5,000mAh 15W is just 6 millimeters thin and weighs just 98 grams.
\n\u201cIt attaches magnetically to compatible phones for wireless fast charging up to 15W for compatible devices, no cable needed to start. A USB-C port handles wired charging when faster output is preferred,\u201d the brand said.
\n\u201cThe capacity is calibrated for emergency top-ups and extended daily use rather than multiple full charges from zero, which is the right scope for something this slim.\u201d \u2014 BVR
\n", "content_text": "XIAOMI CORP. has unveiled its newest lineup of power banks made up of four models to cater to various use cases.\nXiaomi\u2019s Power Bank Series 2026 are now available at Xiaomi Store and the brand\u2019s official online channels on Shopee and Lazada.\nThe Xiaomi 212-watt (W) HyperCharge Power Bank 24,500mAh is for those who need to charge various gadgets, including laptops, while on the go.\n\u201cIts three ports can charge a laptop and a phone at the same time, with the primary USB-C port delivering up to 140W output for compatible high-power devices. The 24,500mAh equivalent capacity is designed for extended use across multiple devices, not just a single top-up,\u201d the brand said.\nMeanwhile, its 100W adapter can get it to a full charge in about 2.5 hours. It also has a small color display that shows its remaining charge.\nThe second model, the Xiaomi Magnetic Power Bank 10000 with Built-in Stand, is for those who want to charge their phone even while using it and without a cable.\n\u201cIt attaches magnetically to the back of compatible phones, so charging starts without reaching for a cable. A fold-out stand props the phone at roughly 80 degrees for hands-free filming, video calls, or viewing while the battery charges in the background,\u201d it said.\nFor those who need a wired connection, it comes with an integrated USB-C cable. The power bank also supports charging up to three devices simultaneously.\nAnother option is the Xiaomi 67W Power Bank 10000 with Integrated Cable. Its USB-C cable tucks into a slot on the side and doubles as a carrying strap.\nThe brand said the cable has been tested to hold up through more than 5,000 bends.\n\u201cUnder Xiaomi lab conditions, the integrated cable can fully charge a Xiaomi 15 smartphone in 59 minutes, with actual performance varying by device and charging conditions. Two additional ports handle a second or third device when needed,\u201d it said.\nThe power bank also has a digital display showing its remaining charge as a precise percentage.\nLastly, for those who prefer something light, the Xiaomi Ultra-thin Magnetic Power Bank 5,000mAh 15W is just 6 millimeters thin and weighs just 98 grams.\n\u201cIt attaches magnetically to compatible phones for wireless fast charging up to 15W for compatible devices, no cable needed to start. A USB-C port handles wired charging when faster output is preferred,\u201d the brand said.\n\u201cThe capacity is calibrated for emergency top-ups and extended daily use rather than multiple full charges from zero, which is the right scope for something this slim.\u201d \u2014 BVR", "date_published": "2026-05-07T00:04:46+08:00", "date_modified": "2026-05-06T17:33:21+08:00", "authors": [ { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/cedadiantityclea/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/fc38d2668fdee8f1e2b22df5e72ae6f4ad265ab7814de4aa60060edd377a70ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" } ], "author": { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/cedadiantityclea/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/fc38d2668fdee8f1e2b22df5e72ae6f4ad265ab7814de4aa60060edd377a70ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" }, "image": "/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/XiaomiPowerbanks_KV5.jpg", "tags": [ "Bettina V. Roc", "Editors' Picks", "Technology" ] }, { "id": "/?p=747787", "url": "/technology/2026/05/07/747787/identity-verification-firm-idfy-names-phl-country-head/", "title": "Identity verification firm IDfy names PHL country head", "content_html": "DIGITAL IDENTITY verification solutions provider IDfy has named its Philippine country head as it continues to expand across Southeast Asia.
\nThe company has appointed Raghuraman \u201cRaghu\u201d Chandrashekhar as country head for the Philippines, it said in a statement. His role will involve deepening partnerships across banks, fintech firms, and digital platforms and delivering localized solutions in identity verification, risk intelligence, secure onboarding, and fraud prevention.
\nIt said the appointment reflects IDfy\u2019s intent to further invest in the Philippine market. It added that it wants to partner with institutions driving the growth of digital financial services in the country while prioritizing secure, compliant, and trusted customer experiences.
\n\u201cThe Philippine financial ecosystem is entering a powerful new phase. We are witnessing a fundamental shift toward secure, seamless, and compliant digital interactions. The opportunity to build trust at scale has never been greater. IDfy is building this critical layer of digital trust, and I\u2019m thrilled to help shape that journey here in the Philippines,\u201d Mr. Chandrashekhar said.
\n\u201cThe Philippines\u2019 relentless digitization presents a remarkable opportunity, and we are thrilled to deepen our commitment to fostering trust in this dynamic economy. With Raghu at the helm, we will champion this mission by delivering products tailored for the Philippines, served with the care and attention the nation is celebrated for,\u201d said Wriju Ray, global chief business officer at IDfy. \u2014 BVR
\n", "content_text": "DIGITAL IDENTITY verification solutions provider IDfy has named its Philippine country head as it continues to expand across Southeast Asia.\nThe company has appointed Raghuraman \u201cRaghu\u201d Chandrashekhar as country head for the Philippines, it said in a statement. His role will involve deepening partnerships across banks, fintech firms, and digital platforms and delivering localized solutions in identity verification, risk intelligence, secure onboarding, and fraud prevention.\nIt said the appointment reflects IDfy\u2019s intent to further invest in the Philippine market. It added that it wants to partner with institutions driving the growth of digital financial services in the country while prioritizing secure, compliant, and trusted customer experiences.\n\u201cThe Philippine financial ecosystem is entering a powerful new phase. We are witnessing a fundamental shift toward secure, seamless, and compliant digital interactions. The opportunity to build trust at scale has never been greater. IDfy is building this critical layer of digital trust, and I\u2019m thrilled to help shape that journey here in the Philippines,\u201d Mr. Chandrashekhar said.\n\u201cThe Philippines\u2019 relentless digitization presents a remarkable opportunity, and we are thrilled to deepen our commitment to fostering trust in this dynamic economy. With Raghu at the helm, we will champion this mission by delivering products tailored for the Philippines, served with the care and attention the nation is celebrated for,\u201d said Wriju Ray, global chief business officer at IDfy. \u2014 BVR", "date_published": "2026-05-07T00:01:45+08:00", "date_modified": "2026-05-06T17:31:35+08:00", "authors": [ { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/cedadiantityclea/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/fc38d2668fdee8f1e2b22df5e72ae6f4ad265ab7814de4aa60060edd377a70ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" } ], "author": { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/cedadiantityclea/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/fc38d2668fdee8f1e2b22df5e72ae6f4ad265ab7814de4aa60060edd377a70ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" }, "image": "/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/idfy-logo.jpg", "tags": [ "Bettina V. Roc", "Technology" ] }, { "id": "/?p=747545", "url": "/technology/2026/05/05/747545/more-filipino-innovations-may-go-global-with-rollout-of-national-testing-evaluation-system-dost/", "title": "More Filipino innovations may go global with rollout of national testing, evaluation system \u2014 DoST", "content_html": "More Philippine innovations are eyed to reach global market with the implementation of Philippine Technology Evaluation and Standards for Testing (PHITEST), a national system that ensures that technologies are tested, validated, and trusted globally, according to the Department of Science and Technology (DoST) on Tuesday.
\nDoST Secretary Renato U. Solidum Jr. said that PHITEST address the challenge on how local innovators and researchers move from innovators in laboratory to the marketplace.
\n\u201cEssentially, it builds a unified national system for testing, evaluation, and make sure that standards development are created to make sure that Filipino technologies are not only innovative but also reliable, safe, and globally competitive,\u201d Mr. Solidum said during the PHITEST implementation announcement on Tuesday.
\nPHITEST will operate as a networked testing and evaluation platform lead by DoST and Commission on Higher Education (CHED). It will also work with testing centers and industry partners.
\nThe initiative covers priority technology domains, including semiconductors and electronics, biopharma and health technologies, agri-aqua technologies, renewable energy and circular economy, electric vehicles and aviation, and climate change and resilience technologies.
\nIts testing and evaluation activities include performance benchmarking, durability and reliability testing, safety assessment, interoperability checks, and compliance verification across these sectors.
\nAs for its implementation, the DoST said that PHITEST comes in two phases.
\nThe first phase focuses on developing 60 master PHITEST trainers through two sequential cohorts from January to June 2026 and from July to December, covering priority sectors such as semiconductors and electronics, biopharma and health technologies, among others.
\nParticipants will undergo global benchmarking and immersion in leading international institutions to align local standards with international practices.
\nThis phase will conclude with the certification of trainers and the nationwide rollout of PHITEST across 113 state universities and colleges and select private higher education institutions, where master trainers will lead the development and certification of validators.
\nThe second phase will focus on training and certifying 700 PHITEST validators at lead sites, with cascading deployment to state universities and colleges and select private higher education institutions nationwide.
\nIt will also establish inter-laboratory reproducibility for globally comparable testing and an integrated PHITEST registry as a \u201cproof-to-trust\u201d system.
\nThe initiative is supported by a P35-million funding from the CHED, intended to support the training of master trainers and master students, Napoleon K. Juanillo Jr., assistant secretary for technology transfer, communications, and commercialization at DoST said.
\nWith the rollout of PHITEST, DoST aims to increase validated, market-ready Filipino technologies and strengthen confidence in local innovations.
\nIt likewise eyes to speed up technology adoption in public and private sectors, and align research outputs with industry and regulatory requirements.
\nOver five years, DoST said it aims to validate between 755 and 1,200 technologies across six priority domains. \u2014 Edg Adrian A. Eva
\n", "content_text": "More Philippine innovations are eyed to reach global market with the implementation of Philippine Technology Evaluation and Standards for Testing (PHITEST), a national system that ensures that technologies are tested, validated, and trusted globally, according to the Department of Science and Technology (DoST) on Tuesday.\nDoST Secretary Renato U. Solidum Jr. said that PHITEST address the challenge on how local innovators and researchers move from innovators in laboratory to the marketplace.\n\u201cEssentially, it builds a unified national system for testing, evaluation, and make sure that standards development are created to make sure that Filipino technologies are not only innovative but also reliable, safe, and globally competitive,\u201d Mr. Solidum said during the PHITEST implementation announcement on Tuesday.\nPHITEST will operate as a networked testing and evaluation platform lead by DoST and Commission on Higher Education (CHED). It will also work with testing centers and industry partners.\nThe initiative covers priority technology domains, including semiconductors and electronics, biopharma and health technologies, agri-aqua technologies, renewable energy and circular economy, electric vehicles and aviation, and climate change and resilience technologies.\nIts testing and evaluation activities include performance benchmarking, durability and reliability testing, safety assessment, interoperability checks, and compliance verification across these sectors.\nAs for its implementation, the DoST said that PHITEST comes in two phases.\nThe first phase focuses on developing 60 master PHITEST trainers through two sequential cohorts from January to June 2026 and from July to December, covering priority sectors such as semiconductors and electronics, biopharma and health technologies, among others.\nParticipants will undergo global benchmarking and immersion in leading international institutions to align local standards with international practices.\nThis phase will conclude with the certification of trainers and the nationwide rollout of PHITEST across 113 state universities and colleges and select private higher education institutions, where master trainers will lead the development and certification of validators.\nThe second phase will focus on training and certifying 700 PHITEST validators at lead sites, with cascading deployment to state universities and colleges and select private higher education institutions nationwide.\nIt will also establish inter-laboratory reproducibility for globally comparable testing and an integrated PHITEST registry as a \u201cproof-to-trust\u201d system.\nThe initiative is supported by a P35-million funding from the CHED, intended to support the training of master trainers and master students, Napoleon K. Juanillo Jr., assistant secretary for technology transfer, communications, and commercialization at DoST said.\nWith the rollout of PHITEST, DoST aims to increase validated, market-ready Filipino technologies and strengthen confidence in local innovations.\nIt likewise eyes to speed up technology adoption in public and private sectors, and align research outputs with industry and regulatory requirements.\nOver five years, DoST said it aims to validate between 755 and 1,200 technologies across six priority domains. \u2014 Edg Adrian A. Eva", "date_published": "2026-05-05T19:04:07+08:00", "date_modified": "2026-05-05T19:04:07+08:00", "authors": [ { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/cedadiantityclea/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/fc38d2668fdee8f1e2b22df5e72ae6f4ad265ab7814de4aa60060edd377a70ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" } ], "author": { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/cedadiantityclea/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/fc38d2668fdee8f1e2b22df5e72ae6f4ad265ab7814de4aa60060edd377a70ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" }, "image": "/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/dost-solidum-phitest.jpg", "tags": [ "Edg Adrian A. Eva", "Technology" ] }, { "id": "/?p=747514", "url": "/technology/2026/05/05/747514/up-launches-research-innovation-office/", "title": "UP launches research, innovation office", "content_html": "The University of the Philippines (UP) said on Tuesday that expanding its science and technology initiative through its new office for research and innovation will help create a societal impact.
\n\u201cOur ambition is way, way bigger, and it\u2019s to create a scientific field, a strong industry based on science in the Philippines, as a guarantee for development,\u201d UP President Angelo A. Jimenez told reporters in a briefing.
\n\u201cAs we said before, we want to make science attractive to young people,\u201d he added. \u201cIn other words, make science sexy so that people will aspire to become a marine biologist, a physicist, a nuclear engineer.\u201d
\nDuring the launch of UP\u2019s first innovation summit, Inoblasyon, the university also formally launched the UP System Office of the Vice President for Research and Innovation.
\nThe new office will help coordinate the institution\u2019s systemwide technology development and partnerships aimed at supporting national priorities.
\n\u201cWe separated it from the academic affairs to now focus on curriculum and faculty development and teaching,\u201d Mr. Jimenez said. \u00a0\u201cNow we have a focused office for research and innovation.\u201d
\nAlong with its science and technology efforts, the university said it plans to create an \u201cecosystem\u201d for research and innovation in the Philippines.
\n\u201cWe want to build an ecosystem around research and innovation, which includes entrepreneurship, intellectual property protection, and support for startups,\u201d the university president said.
\n\u201cFrom research to coming up with a proof of concept up to prototyping, and then finally assisting in business,\u201d he added. \u201cWhat we\u2019re trying to come up with is an ecosystem like Silicon Valley that will really attract investors, financiers, and startups\u2026 So that\u2019s the vision.\u201d
\nData from the university\u2019s innovation portfolio last year showed that it has produced 45 technology licensees, 24 spinoff companies, 68 technology transfer leaders, 152 research partnerships, and 1,428 intellectual property registrations.
\nThe majority of the ventures are in health (34), agri-aqua and food (25), and climate and environment (10). Other innovation sectors include creative industries, circular bioeconomy, digital technology, digital governance, and energy and mobility.
\n\u201cIf you ask me, is this a lot? This is not a lot. This is just a drop in the bucket of what we have in mind,\u201d Mr. Jimenez said. \u201cThe idea is to become an impact university, as we have said this before, and we want to target our communities as well.
\n\u201cWe want to solve problems that are actually felt by communities, prioritizing on communities that are around UP.. . Of course, the entire country as well,\u201d he added. \u2014 Almira Louise S. Martinez
\n", "content_text": "The University of the Philippines (UP) said on Tuesday that expanding its science and technology initiative through its new office for research and innovation will help create a societal impact.\n\u201cOur ambition is way, way bigger, and it\u2019s to create a scientific field, a strong industry based on science in the Philippines, as a guarantee for development,\u201d UP President Angelo A. Jimenez told reporters in a briefing.\n\u201cAs we said before, we want to make science attractive to young people,\u201d he added. \u201cIn other words, make science sexy so that people will aspire to become a marine biologist, a physicist, a nuclear engineer.\u201d\nDuring the launch of UP\u2019s first innovation summit, Inoblasyon, the university also formally launched the UP System Office of the Vice President for Research and Innovation.\nThe new office will help coordinate the institution\u2019s systemwide technology development and partnerships aimed at supporting national priorities.\n\u201cWe separated it from the academic affairs to now focus on curriculum and faculty development and teaching,\u201d Mr. Jimenez said. \u00a0\u201cNow we have a focused office for research and innovation.\u201d\nAlong with its science and technology efforts, the university said it plans to create an \u201cecosystem\u201d for research and innovation in the Philippines.\n\u201cWe want to build an ecosystem around research and innovation, which includes entrepreneurship, intellectual property protection, and support for startups,\u201d the university president said.\n\u201cFrom research to coming up with a proof of concept up to prototyping, and then finally assisting in business,\u201d he added. \u201cWhat we\u2019re trying to come up with is an ecosystem like Silicon Valley that will really attract investors, financiers, and startups\u2026 So that\u2019s the vision.\u201d\nData from the university\u2019s innovation portfolio last year showed that it has produced 45 technology licensees, 24 spinoff companies, 68 technology transfer leaders, 152 research partnerships, and 1,428 intellectual property registrations.\nThe majority of the ventures are in health (34), agri-aqua and food (25), and climate and environment (10). Other innovation sectors include creative industries, circular bioeconomy, digital technology, digital governance, and energy and mobility.\n\u201cIf you ask me, is this a lot? This is not a lot. This is just a drop in the bucket of what we have in mind,\u201d Mr. Jimenez said. \u201cThe idea is to become an impact university, as we have said this before, and we want to target our communities as well.\n\u201cWe want to solve problems that are actually felt by communities, prioritizing on communities that are around UP.. . Of course, the entire country as well,\u201d he added. \u2014 Almira Louise S. Martinez", "date_published": "2026-05-05T18:19:25+08:00", "date_modified": "2026-05-05T18:19:25+08:00", "authors": [ { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/cedadiantityclea/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/fc38d2668fdee8f1e2b22df5e72ae6f4ad265ab7814de4aa60060edd377a70ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" } ], "author": { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/cedadiantityclea/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/fc38d2668fdee8f1e2b22df5e72ae6f4ad265ab7814de4aa60060edd377a70ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" }, "image": "/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Angelo-A.-Jimenez.jpg", "tags": [ "almira louise s. martinez", "Technology" ] }, { "id": "/?p=747447", "url": "/technology/2026/05/05/747447/pharmaserv-targets-one-million-downloads-by-yearend/", "title": "PharmaServ targets one million downloads by yearend", "content_html": "PharmaServ Express aims to achieve one million downloads for its healthcare app by the end of the year, as more Filipinos opt for medicine delivery to save fuel costs.
\n\u201cWith the increase in gas prices and consumers limiting their travel, we expect more e-commerce transactions, including for our app,\u201d PharmaServ Medical Director Salvador Pedro G. Rebullida told\u00a0大象传媒\u00a0in an interview.
\n\u201c\u2060Our goal is to achieve one million downloads by yearend,\u201d he added.
\nThe PharmaServ Express app, launched last month, serves as a third-party courier for its major drugstore partners, such as Mercury Drug, South Star, Watsons, and Med Express.
\nUsers can upload their prescriptions or manually input each medication through the app, and select nearby drugstores available.
\n\u201cPharmaServ app is basically, if you think about it, something like Grab,\u201d Mr. Rebullida said. \u201cThe difference is we don\u2019t handle the medications on our own, what we handle are the medications that each consumer orders.\u201d
\nThe platform also aims to mitigate the impacts of the Middle East war on Filipino families.
\n\u201cOf course, the Middle East War is going to affect mainly the transportation costs of devices and materials,\u201d Mr. Rebullida said. \u201cPharmaServ is keeping it at pace and limiting its expenses by still shouldering the primary costs of deliveries.\u201d
\n\u201cWe are limiting the cost of each patient when they go out of their homes and travel, and the time that they\u2019ve consumed, the amount of energy that they\u2019ve consumed, and the amount of money that they have to spend on travel and gasoline and even parking,\u201d he added.
\nAccording to the Department of Energy (DoE) on Monday, gasoline and diesel prices this week increased by P2.21 and P2.66 per liter, respectively. Pump prices in Metro Manila and other highly urbanized areas reached P107.48 per liter for diesel, while gasoline prices are at P107.11 per liter.
\nThe platform plans to integrate logistic scheduling for users who require tests at home or in a clinic, and partner with health maintenance organizations (HMOs) nationwide to streamline diagnostics and medication.
\n\u201cWhen they arrive, the patient doesn\u2019t need to have a longer queue, faster response time, and the laboratories will also be delivered through the app,\u201d Mr. Rebullida said.
\n\u201cWe can streamline as well the clinic consultations, if necessary, such as the LOAs (letter of authorization) that are approved by the HMOs, so that the patient can have better health care from the clinic, diagnostics, and medication center,\u201d he added.
\nThe PharmaServ Express app currently has 10,000 users and is available on the Apple App Store and Google Play store. \u2014 Almira Louise S. Martinez
\n", "content_text": "PharmaServ Express aims to achieve one million downloads for its healthcare app by the end of the year, as more Filipinos opt for medicine delivery to save fuel costs.\n\u201cWith the increase in gas prices and consumers limiting their travel, we expect more e-commerce transactions, including for our app,\u201d PharmaServ Medical Director Salvador Pedro G. Rebullida told\u00a0大象传媒\u00a0in an interview.\n\u201c\u2060Our goal is to achieve one million downloads by yearend,\u201d he added.\nThe PharmaServ Express app, launched last month, serves as a third-party courier for its major drugstore partners, such as Mercury Drug, South Star, Watsons, and Med Express.\nUsers can upload their prescriptions or manually input each medication through the app, and select nearby drugstores available.\n\u201cPharmaServ app is basically, if you think about it, something like Grab,\u201d Mr. Rebullida said. \u201cThe difference is we don\u2019t handle the medications on our own, what we handle are the medications that each consumer orders.\u201d\nThe platform also aims to mitigate the impacts of the Middle East war on Filipino families.\n\u201cOf course, the Middle East War is going to affect mainly the transportation costs of devices and materials,\u201d Mr. Rebullida said. \u201cPharmaServ is keeping it at pace and limiting its expenses by still shouldering the primary costs of deliveries.\u201d\n\u201cWe are limiting the cost of each patient when they go out of their homes and travel, and the time that they\u2019ve consumed, the amount of energy that they\u2019ve consumed, and the amount of money that they have to spend on travel and gasoline and even parking,\u201d he added.\nAccording to the Department of Energy (DoE) on Monday, gasoline and diesel prices this week increased by P2.21 and P2.66 per liter, respectively. Pump prices in Metro Manila and other highly urbanized areas reached P107.48 per liter for diesel, while gasoline prices are at P107.11 per liter.\nThe platform plans to integrate logistic scheduling for users who require tests at home or in a clinic, and partner with health maintenance organizations (HMOs) nationwide to streamline diagnostics and medication.\n\u201cWhen they arrive, the patient doesn\u2019t need to have a longer queue, faster response time, and the laboratories will also be delivered through the app,\u201d Mr. Rebullida said.\n\u201cWe can streamline as well the clinic consultations, if necessary, such as the LOAs (letter of authorization) that are approved by the HMOs, so that the patient can have better health care from the clinic, diagnostics, and medication center,\u201d he added.\nThe PharmaServ Express app currently has 10,000 users and is available on the Apple App Store and Google Play store. \u2014 Almira Louise S. Martinez", "date_published": "2026-05-05T17:16:16+08:00", "date_modified": "2026-05-05T17:16:16+08:00", "authors": [ { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/cedadiantityclea/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/fc38d2668fdee8f1e2b22df5e72ae6f4ad265ab7814de4aa60060edd377a70ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" } ], "author": { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/cedadiantityclea/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/fc38d2668fdee8f1e2b22df5e72ae6f4ad265ab7814de4aa60060edd377a70ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" }, "image": "/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Medicines-drug-pills.jpg", "tags": [ "almira louise s. martinez", "Technology" ] }, { "id": "/?p=746800", "url": "/technology/2026/04/30/746800/synology-launches-privacy-first-home-monitoring-for-beestation-plus/", "title": "Synology launches privacy-first home monitoring for BeeStation Plus", "content_html": "Taiwanese tech company Synology Inc. has launched a privacy-first home monitoring solution for its BeeStation Plus personal cloud device on Wednesday, providing users with a secure, local alternative to traditional cloud-based subscription services.
\nThe new experience is powered by the BeeCamera mobile app, which enables smart monitoring of homes and work-spaces without cloud dependency or recurring fees.
\n\u201cBeeStation Plus is built to be a digital hub for home and for small teams,\u201d Yi Ma, Senior Product Manager of BeeStation, said in a statement.\u201d
\n\u201cWith video becoming a bigger part of everyday life, BeeStation offers a simple way to manage monitoring alongside files and photos, keeping everything private and under the user\u2019s control,\u201d she also said.
\nThe solution integrates BeeStation Plus with Synology cameras to offer advanced on-camera AI detection for people, pets, vehicles, and intrusion events.
\nSynology said that users can manage up to four cameras in a single location, tailoring monitoring behavior through customizable recording schedules and specific detection zones to reduce unnecessary notifications.
\nAll detected events are unified within the BeeCamera app, allowing users to filter footage by event type and save important clips to \u201cCollections\u201d to ensure they are not overwritten by routine storage retention settings.
\nThe tech company said that the monitoring experience is designed for both families and micro-businesses, allowing owners to share camera access with up to eight invited users, who can view live feeds and receive real-time alerts. \u2014 Edg Adrian A. Eva
\n", "content_text": "Taiwanese tech company Synology Inc. has launched a privacy-first home monitoring solution for its BeeStation Plus personal cloud device on Wednesday, providing users with a secure, local alternative to traditional cloud-based subscription services.\nThe new experience is powered by the BeeCamera mobile app, which enables smart monitoring of homes and work-spaces without cloud dependency or recurring fees.\n\u201cBeeStation Plus is built to be a digital hub for home and for small teams,\u201d Yi Ma, Senior Product Manager of BeeStation, said in a statement.\u201d\n\u201cWith video becoming a bigger part of everyday life, BeeStation offers a simple way to manage monitoring alongside files and photos, keeping everything private and under the user\u2019s control,\u201d she also said.\nThe solution integrates BeeStation Plus with Synology cameras to offer advanced on-camera AI detection for people, pets, vehicles, and intrusion events.\nSynology said that users can manage up to four cameras in a single location, tailoring monitoring behavior through customizable recording schedules and specific detection zones to reduce unnecessary notifications.\nAll detected events are unified within the BeeCamera app, allowing users to filter footage by event type and save important clips to \u201cCollections\u201d to ensure they are not overwritten by routine storage retention settings.\nThe tech company said that the monitoring experience is designed for both families and micro-businesses, allowing owners to share camera access with up to eight invited users, who can view live feeds and receive real-time alerts. \u2014 Edg Adrian A. Eva", "date_published": "2026-04-30T19:06:35+08:00", "date_modified": "2026-04-30T19:06:35+08:00", "authors": [ { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/cedadiantityclea/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/fc38d2668fdee8f1e2b22df5e72ae6f4ad265ab7814de4aa60060edd377a70ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" } ], "author": { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/cedadiantityclea/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/fc38d2668fdee8f1e2b22df5e72ae6f4ad265ab7814de4aa60060edd377a70ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" }, "image": "/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/BeeStation-Plus.jpg", "tags": [ "Edg Adrian A. Eva", "Technology" ] }, { "id": "/?p=746616", "url": "/technology/2026/04/30/746616/dost-launches-new-nanoscale-analysis-equipment-for-materials-research-defect-detection/", "title": "DOST launches new nanoscale analysis equipment for materials research, defect detection", "content_html": "The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) has unveiled new equipment capable of analyzing materials and detecting defects at the nanoscale, aimed at helping companies improve product quality and boost the production of electronic devices.
\nCalled the Field Emission Scanning Electron Microscope (FE-SEM), the newly acquired equipment at the Advanced Device and Materials Testing Laboratory (ADMATEL) in Bicutan, Taguig will be used together with Energy Dispersive X-ray (EDX) and Electron Backscatter Diffraction (EBSD) analyzers to enhance the facility\u2019s capabilities in material testing and failure analysis.
\nDOST Secretary Renato U. Solidum Jr. said the equipment strengthens the country\u2019s advanced research and manufacturing capabilities as it can detect materials at the nanoscale.
\n\u201cThis technology enables precise characterization of nanoparticles, nanotubes, and advanced materials, as well as detailed analysis of thin films and multi-layer coatings essential to modern technologies,\u201d Mr. Solidum said in a statement.
\nAmong its potential users are semiconductor companies, academic institutions, and research organizations, as well as those analyzing biological samples and advanced nanomaterials.
\n\u201cIt empowers our local companies not just to fix problems, but to design better, more reliable products from the start,\u201d Mr. Solidum said, adding that the semiconductor and electronics industries remain key drivers of economic growth in today\u2019s fast-changing technological landscape.
\nFor Semiconductor and Electronics Industries in the Philippines Foundation, Inc. (SEIPI) President Danilo C. Lachica, the FE-SEM enables precise examination of device structures, interfaces, material behavior, and process-related variations that can affect performance and reliability.
\nHe also noted its importance in defect detection, root cause analysis, process improvement, validation, and resolving complex reliability issues.
\nADMATEL said it will continue to provide testing services to local and international clients and is encouraging researchers, industry partners, and institutions to collaborate on advanced materials characterization and semiconductor analysis.
\nThe initiative is part of DOST\u2019s programs that promote science-based, innovative, and inclusive solutions under its four strategic pillars\u2014human well-being, wealth creation, wealth protection, and sustainability\u2014through the OneDOST4U framework. \u2014 Edg Adrian A. Eva
\n", "content_text": "The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) has unveiled new equipment capable of analyzing materials and detecting defects at the nanoscale, aimed at helping companies improve product quality and boost the production of electronic devices.\nCalled the Field Emission Scanning Electron Microscope (FE-SEM), the newly acquired equipment at the Advanced Device and Materials Testing Laboratory (ADMATEL) in Bicutan, Taguig will be used together with Energy Dispersive X-ray (EDX) and Electron Backscatter Diffraction (EBSD) analyzers to enhance the facility\u2019s capabilities in material testing and failure analysis.\nDOST Secretary Renato U. Solidum Jr. said the equipment strengthens the country\u2019s advanced research and manufacturing capabilities as it can detect materials at the nanoscale.\n\u201cThis technology enables precise characterization of nanoparticles, nanotubes, and advanced materials, as well as detailed analysis of thin films and multi-layer coatings essential to modern technologies,\u201d Mr. Solidum said in a statement.\nAmong its potential users are semiconductor companies, academic institutions, and research organizations, as well as those analyzing biological samples and advanced nanomaterials.\n\u201cIt empowers our local companies not just to fix problems, but to design better, more reliable products from the start,\u201d Mr. Solidum said, adding that the semiconductor and electronics industries remain key drivers of economic growth in today\u2019s fast-changing technological landscape.\nFor Semiconductor and Electronics Industries in the Philippines Foundation, Inc. (SEIPI) President Danilo C. Lachica, the FE-SEM enables precise examination of device structures, interfaces, material behavior, and process-related variations that can affect performance and reliability.\nHe also noted its importance in defect detection, root cause analysis, process improvement, validation, and resolving complex reliability issues.\nADMATEL said it will continue to provide testing services to local and international clients and is encouraging researchers, industry partners, and institutions to collaborate on advanced materials characterization and semiconductor analysis.\nThe initiative is part of DOST\u2019s programs that promote science-based, innovative, and inclusive solutions under its four strategic pillars\u2014human well-being, wealth creation, wealth protection, and sustainability\u2014through the OneDOST4U framework. \u2014 Edg Adrian A. Eva", "date_published": "2026-04-30T17:24:11+08:00", "date_modified": "2026-04-30T17:24:11+08:00", "authors": [ { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/cedadiantityclea/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/fc38d2668fdee8f1e2b22df5e72ae6f4ad265ab7814de4aa60060edd377a70ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" } ], "author": { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/cedadiantityclea/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/fc38d2668fdee8f1e2b22df5e72ae6f4ad265ab7814de4aa60060edd377a70ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" }, "image": "/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/DoST-.jpg", "tags": [ "Edg Adrian A. Eva", "Technology" ] }, { "id": "/?p=746363", "url": "/technology/2026/04/30/746363/asia-pacific-region-set-to-lead-ai-powered-shopping-growth/", "title": "Asia-Pacific region set to lead AI-powered shopping growth", "content_html": "THE ASIA-PACIFIC region is expected to lead the adoption of agentic artificial intelligence (AI) in shopping within the next two years, backed by its fast-growing middle class that will support retail sales and commerce, according to professional services firm Deloitte.
\nDeloitte\u2019s \u201cThe future of commerce: Agentic shopping in Asia Pacific\u201d report showed that 76% of consumer businesses are expected to adopt agentic AI within two years, surging from just 29% at present.
\n\u201cAgentic AI will redefine commerce in Southeast Asia because this is a region where discovery, conversation and transaction already converge across super apps, social platforms and physical retail. As autonomous agents begin to act on behalf of consumers and businesses, they will sit at the center of the journey. This necessitates a redesign of product and service experience and data,\u201d said Vivek Sharma, consumer industry leader, Deloitte Southeast Asia.
\n\u201cCompetitive advantage will not come from technology alone, but from strategic vision and systemic transformation with trust and governance at the core. Those who stay ahead of the curve will stand the best chance of staying visible and capturing value in a new commerce landscape.\u201d
\nDeloitte\u2019s research shows that consumer businesses in Asia-Pacific are already moving past AI pilots, with more than half already having live AI implementations across IT, cybersecurity, marketing, sales and customer support, and a third already using AI to transform their business models. Consumers are also already using AI to discover and compare products sold by retailers.
\nIt added that nine in ten retail executives expect AI to be used more than traditional search engines by 2026, while half expect today\u2019s multi-step shopping journey to collapse by 2027, with a larger share of e-commerce activity seen to be influenced or handled by AI agents in the coming years.
\n\u201cTwo-thirds of retail leaders surveyed by Deloitte do not expect customers to fully embrace agents purchasing on their behalf before 2028 \u2014 however, search, comparison and AI-powered recommendations are more imminent,\u201d it said.
\nRetailers across the region are now using agentic AI for hyper-personal engagement to provide more targeted offers to customers, with some also using specialized AI agents across other areas of their operations, including forecasting, inventory, pricing, fulfilment, and customer services, Deloitte said.
\n\u201cPhysical stores in markets such as China, Singapore and India are already evolving beyond transactional spaces into environments where intelligence is embedded directly into the shopping experience connecting digital engagement, in-store experience, and the full retail supply chain into a unified, responsive whole,\u201d it added.
\n\u201cShopping agents or \u2018shopping bots\u2019 are emerging as one of the most visible expressions of agentic commerce as consumers use AI to search, compare and evaluate options, and, in some cases, to complete purchases on their behalf.\u201d
\nBut even as they continue to ramp up their investment in AI technologies, only about 30% of Asia-Pacific consumer businesses report that at least 40% or more of their AI initiatives reach production, with implementation challenges among the top barriers, Deloitte said.
\nThis highlights the need to strengthen technology foundations, business models, governance, security, and trust.
\n\u201cA growing share of the industry now faces pressure to adapt quickly as consumer behaviors shift, platforms evolve, and AI begins to reshape the retail value chain.\u201d
\nDeloitte said that to remain competitive in the agentic commerce age, Asia-Pacific retailers and consumer brands should invest in their data, operating models, skills, and partnerships.
\n\u201cAgentic commerce has the potential to unlock new levels of productivity and personalization, while also enabling Asia-Pacific businesses to extend their influence globally and export not only their products, but also their operating models, services and standards to the rest of the world,\u201d it said.
\n\u201cYet the threat of a \u201cwinner-takes-all\u201d scenario is real, where dominant platforms could control critical data and customer relationships. Emerging agentic commerce models could undermine progress and marginalize local businesses if shopping bots favor large, established players.\u201d
\nIt added that businesses must also consider interoperability, design around behavior, reinvent their core operations, and embrace the fast-evolving agent ecosystem, but continue to enhance the human connection and experience even while embracing emerging technologies.
\n\u201cSuccess in the future of retail will depend on being discoverable, trusted and preferred by both consumers and their autonomous agents… In markets, where social commerce, livestream and creator-led ecosystems are central to shopping behavior, relevance is built through community, culture and participation. Technology plays a crucial role, but its true purpose is to enhance the human connection at the heart of every great retail experience,\u201d Deloitte said.
\n\u201cFor consumer-facing businesses, agentic commerce must be built with trust by design, reflecting consumer interests, privacy and security expectations and regulatory oversight. As agents begin to act for both customers and enterprises, organizations must intentionally test and govern their actions to understand their risks and outcomes. In the end, trust and security, not technical sophistication alone, will shape customer adoption and regulatory responses.\u201d \u2014 Bettina V. Roc
\n", "content_text": "THE ASIA-PACIFIC region is expected to lead the adoption of agentic artificial intelligence (AI) in shopping within the next two years, backed by its fast-growing middle class that will support retail sales and commerce, according to professional services firm Deloitte.\nDeloitte\u2019s \u201cThe future of commerce: Agentic shopping in Asia Pacific\u201d report showed that 76% of consumer businesses are expected to adopt agentic AI within two years, surging from just 29% at present.\n\u201cAgentic AI will redefine commerce in Southeast Asia because this is a region where discovery, conversation and transaction already converge across super apps, social platforms and physical retail. As autonomous agents begin to act on behalf of consumers and businesses, they will sit at the center of the journey. This necessitates a redesign of product and service experience and data,\u201d said Vivek Sharma, consumer industry leader, Deloitte Southeast Asia.\n\u201cCompetitive advantage will not come from technology alone, but from strategic vision and systemic transformation with trust and governance at the core. Those who stay ahead of the curve will stand the best chance of staying visible and capturing value in a new commerce landscape.\u201d\nDeloitte\u2019s research shows that consumer businesses in Asia-Pacific are already moving past AI pilots, with more than half already having live AI implementations across IT, cybersecurity, marketing, sales and customer support, and a third already using AI to transform their business models. Consumers are also already using AI to discover and compare products sold by retailers.\nIt added that nine in ten retail executives expect AI to be used more than traditional search engines by 2026, while half expect today\u2019s multi-step shopping journey to collapse by 2027, with a larger share of e-commerce activity seen to be influenced or handled by AI agents in the coming years.\n\u201cTwo-thirds of retail leaders surveyed by Deloitte do not expect customers to fully embrace agents purchasing on their behalf before 2028 \u2014 however, search, comparison and AI-powered recommendations are more imminent,\u201d it said.\nRetailers across the region are now using agentic AI for hyper-personal engagement to provide more targeted offers to customers, with some also using specialized AI agents across other areas of their operations, including forecasting, inventory, pricing, fulfilment, and customer services, Deloitte said.\n\u201cPhysical stores in markets such as China, Singapore and India are already evolving beyond transactional spaces into environments where intelligence is embedded directly into the shopping experience connecting digital engagement, in-store experience, and the full retail supply chain into a unified, responsive whole,\u201d it added.\n\u201cShopping agents or \u2018shopping bots\u2019 are emerging as one of the most visible expressions of agentic commerce as consumers use AI to search, compare and evaluate options, and, in some cases, to complete purchases on their behalf.\u201d\nBut even as they continue to ramp up their investment in AI technologies, only about 30% of Asia-Pacific consumer businesses report that at least 40% or more of their AI initiatives reach production, with implementation challenges among the top barriers, Deloitte said.\nThis highlights the need to strengthen technology foundations, business models, governance, security, and trust.\n\u201cA growing share of the industry now faces pressure to adapt quickly as consumer behaviors shift, platforms evolve, and AI begins to reshape the retail value chain.\u201d\nDeloitte said that to remain competitive in the agentic commerce age, Asia-Pacific retailers and consumer brands should invest in their data, operating models, skills, and partnerships.\n\u201cAgentic commerce has the potential to unlock new levels of productivity and personalization, while also enabling Asia-Pacific businesses to extend their influence globally and export not only their products, but also their operating models, services and standards to the rest of the world,\u201d it said.\n\u201cYet the threat of a \u201cwinner-takes-all\u201d scenario is real, where dominant platforms could control critical data and customer relationships. Emerging agentic commerce models could undermine progress and marginalize local businesses if shopping bots favor large, established players.\u201d\nIt added that businesses must also consider interoperability, design around behavior, reinvent their core operations, and embrace the fast-evolving agent ecosystem, but continue to enhance the human connection and experience even while embracing emerging technologies.\n\u201cSuccess in the future of retail will depend on being discoverable, trusted and preferred by both consumers and their autonomous agents… In markets, where social commerce, livestream and creator-led ecosystems are central to shopping behavior, relevance is built through community, culture and participation. Technology plays a crucial role, but its true purpose is to enhance the human connection at the heart of every great retail experience,\u201d Deloitte said.\n\u201cFor consumer-facing businesses, agentic commerce must be built with trust by design, reflecting consumer interests, privacy and security expectations and regulatory oversight. As agents begin to act for both customers and enterprises, organizations must intentionally test and govern their actions to understand their risks and outcomes. In the end, trust and security, not technical sophistication alone, will shape customer adoption and regulatory responses.\u201d \u2014 Bettina V. Roc", "date_published": "2026-04-30T00:05:40+08:00", "date_modified": "2026-04-29T17:55:18+08:00", "authors": [ { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/cedadiantityclea/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/fc38d2668fdee8f1e2b22df5e72ae6f4ad265ab7814de4aa60060edd377a70ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" } ], "author": { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/cedadiantityclea/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/fc38d2668fdee8f1e2b22df5e72ae6f4ad265ab7814de4aa60060edd377a70ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" }, "image": "/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/online-6817350_1920.jpg", "tags": [ "Bettina V. Roc", "Editors' Picks", "Technology" ] }, { "id": "/?p=746362", "url": "/technology/2026/04/30/746362/data-activation-ai-driven-innovation-to-take-center-stage-at-boomi-world/", "title": "Data activation, AI-driven innovation to take center stage at Boomi World", "content_html": "BOOMI is expected to unveil data activation and artificial intelligence (AI)-driven innovations at its annual user conference, Boomi World, in Chicago next month.
\nIn a statement, the company said Boomi World will focus on the growing role of \u201cdata activation,\u201d or the process of making enterprise data usable for analytics, automation, and AI applications.
\nThe conference, which runs from May 11 to 14, will showcase how the Boomi enterprise platform enables organizations to integrate and manage data across systems, with the aim of improving operational efficiency and supporting faster innovation in an \u201cincreasingly agentic world,\u201d the company said.
\n\u201cData is only valuable when it\u2019s activated. At Boomi World 2026, we\u2019re bringing together the brightest minds in the industry to show how organizations can harness data to drive real outcomes, from AI to automation to entirely new business models,\u201d Boomi Chief Executive Officer Steve Lucas was quoted as saying.
\nThe conference will include keynote presentations from Mr. Lucas, as well as Boomi Chief Product and Technology Officer Ed Macosky. Boomi executives are expected to announce advancements in data readiness, workflow automation, and agent management.
\n\u201cFrom breakthroughs that bring data to life to new ways organizations can power AI, analytics, and automation, Boomi World 2026 will showcase what\u2019s next in turning data into action and accelerating business outcomes,\u201d the company said.
\nOther speakers include executives from Post Consumer Brands, Lexitas, Multiquip, Inc., Cognizant, AWS, Infosys, DXC Technology, Tata Consultancy Services and HNL Lab Medicine.
\nTennis champion and entrepreneur Venus Williams will be the special guest speaker at Boomi World. Ms. Williams is the founder of a design firm V Starr, as well as a plant-based protein company, Happy Viking.
\nStarting on May 11, Boomi World will hold one- and two-day pre-conference training for attendees to build practical expertise across the enterprise platform. Training would range from foundational to advanced tracks, including platform-wide learning through Boomi 360, integration-focused courses, and specialized sessions on designing, governing, and powering AI agents with application programming interface (API) and data.
\nThe Boomi Partner Summit will take place on May 12, which will provide its partners with an exclusive look at the future of the Boomi ecosystem.
\nBoomi World will also feature over 70 breakout sessions on agentic AI, integration and automation, data management, API management and platform orchestration. \u2014 CRAG
\n", "content_text": "BOOMI is expected to unveil data activation and artificial intelligence (AI)-driven innovations at its annual user conference, Boomi World, in Chicago next month.\nIn a statement, the company said Boomi World will focus on the growing role of \u201cdata activation,\u201d or the process of making enterprise data usable for analytics, automation, and AI applications.\nThe conference, which runs from May 11 to 14, will showcase how the Boomi enterprise platform enables organizations to integrate and manage data across systems, with the aim of improving operational efficiency and supporting faster innovation in an \u201cincreasingly agentic world,\u201d the company said.\n\u201cData is only valuable when it\u2019s activated. At Boomi World 2026, we\u2019re bringing together the brightest minds in the industry to show how organizations can harness data to drive real outcomes, from AI to automation to entirely new business models,\u201d Boomi Chief Executive Officer Steve Lucas was quoted as saying.\nThe conference will include keynote presentations from Mr. Lucas, as well as Boomi Chief Product and Technology Officer Ed Macosky. Boomi executives are expected to announce advancements in data readiness, workflow automation, and agent management.\n\u201cFrom breakthroughs that bring data to life to new ways organizations can power AI, analytics, and automation, Boomi World 2026 will showcase what\u2019s next in turning data into action and accelerating business outcomes,\u201d the company said.\nOther speakers include executives from Post Consumer Brands, Lexitas, Multiquip, Inc., Cognizant, AWS, Infosys, DXC Technology, Tata Consultancy Services and HNL Lab Medicine.\nTennis champion and entrepreneur Venus Williams will be the special guest speaker at Boomi World. Ms. Williams is the founder of a design firm V Starr, as well as a plant-based protein company, Happy Viking.\nStarting on May 11, Boomi World will hold one- and two-day pre-conference training for attendees to build practical expertise across the enterprise platform. Training would range from foundational to advanced tracks, including platform-wide learning through Boomi 360, integration-focused courses, and specialized sessions on designing, governing, and powering AI agents with application programming interface (API) and data. \nThe Boomi Partner Summit will take place on May 12, which will provide its partners with an exclusive look at the future of the Boomi ecosystem.\nBoomi World will also feature over 70 breakout sessions on agentic AI, integration and automation, data management, API management and platform orchestration. \u2014 CRAG", "date_published": "2026-04-30T00:04:40+08:00", "date_modified": "2026-04-29T17:54:55+08:00", "authors": [ { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/cedadiantityclea/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/fc38d2668fdee8f1e2b22df5e72ae6f4ad265ab7814de4aa60060edd377a70ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" } ], "author": { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/cedadiantityclea/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/fc38d2668fdee8f1e2b22df5e72ae6f4ad265ab7814de4aa60060edd377a70ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" }, "image": "/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/boomi-logo.jpg", "tags": [ "Cathy Rose A. Garcia", "Editors' Picks", "Technology" ] }, { "id": "/?p=746361", "url": "/technology/2026/04/30/746361/fujifilm-instax-mini-13-camera-now-available-in-phl/", "title": "Fujifilm instax mini 13 camera now available in PHL", "content_html": "FUJIFILM Philippines, Inc. last week launched its latest entry model instant film camera, the instax mini 13, in the country.
\nThe instax mini 13, which was announced by parent Fujifilm Corp. last month, is now available at authorized dealers nationwide for P5,399 with five pastel color options: Dreamy Purple, Candy Pink, Frost Blue, Lagoon Green, and Clay White.
\nFujifilm Philippines marked the local launch with the instax Pop District event at the SM Mall of Asia Main Mall Atrium, where it introduced the new members of the instax Squad of brand ambassadors, Caprice Cayetano and Heath Jornales.
\n\u201cWe are celebrating the courage to be authentic. To be vibrant, real, and unafraid to share your true selves with the world. Our goal is to inspire everyone to move beyond just taking a photo and start giving a piece of their story to others,\u201d Fujifilm Philippines Imaging Solutions Marketing Head Glenn Gatan said.
\nThe instax mini 13\u2019s body features a pop-inspired design with soft, rounded 3D shape.
\nThis latest model now comes with a self-timer feature, letting users choose between 2-second or 10-second timers to take selfie or group shots. These can be activated via the self-timer lever on the camera\u2019s shutter button.
\n\u201cPerfectly designed for those who love being spontaneous, the self-timer empowers users to step out from behind the lens and experiment with various poses, angles, and distances. It is all about making sure every frame captures the full, vibrant brilliance of life\u2019s most unexpected and joyful surprises,\u201d the brand said.
\nThe instax mini 13 also has a camera angle adjustment accessory.
\nThe new model also features the Close-up mode and Automatic Exposure functions that were introduced in its predecessor, the mini 12. \u2014 BVR
\n", "content_text": "FUJIFILM Philippines, Inc. last week launched its latest entry model instant film camera, the instax mini 13, in the country.\nThe instax mini 13, which was announced by parent Fujifilm Corp. last month, is now available at authorized dealers nationwide for P5,399 with five pastel color options: Dreamy Purple, Candy Pink, Frost Blue, Lagoon Green, and Clay White.\nFujifilm Philippines marked the local launch with the instax Pop District event at the SM Mall of Asia Main Mall Atrium, where it introduced the new members of the instax Squad of brand ambassadors, Caprice Cayetano and Heath Jornales.\n\u201cWe are celebrating the courage to be authentic. To be vibrant, real, and unafraid to share your true selves with the world. Our goal is to inspire everyone to move beyond just taking a photo and start giving a piece of their story to others,\u201d Fujifilm Philippines Imaging Solutions Marketing Head Glenn Gatan said.\nThe instax mini 13\u2019s body features a pop-inspired design with soft, rounded 3D shape.\nThis latest model now comes with a self-timer feature, letting users choose between 2-second or 10-second timers to take selfie or group shots. These can be activated via the self-timer lever on the camera\u2019s shutter button.\n\u201cPerfectly designed for those who love being spontaneous, the self-timer empowers users to step out from behind the lens and experiment with various poses, angles, and distances. It is all about making sure every frame captures the full, vibrant brilliance of life\u2019s most unexpected and joyful surprises,\u201d the brand said.\nThe instax mini 13 also has a camera angle adjustment accessory.\nThe new model also features the Close-up mode and Automatic Exposure functions that were introduced in its predecessor, the mini 12. \u2014 BVR", "date_published": "2026-04-30T00:03:40+08:00", "date_modified": "2026-04-29T17:54:24+08:00", "authors": [ { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/cedadiantityclea/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/fc38d2668fdee8f1e2b22df5e72ae6f4ad265ab7814de4aa60060edd377a70ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" } ], "author": { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/cedadiantityclea/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/fc38d2668fdee8f1e2b22df5e72ae6f4ad265ab7814de4aa60060edd377a70ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" }, "image": "/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Fujifilm.jpg", "tags": [ "Bettina V. Roc", "Editors' Picks", "Technology" ] }, { "id": "/?p=746177", "url": "/technology/2026/04/28/746177/expert-flags-interoperability-gap-in-phls-healthcare/", "title": "Expert flags interoperability gap in PHL\u2019s healthcare", "content_html": "An expert said on Tuesday that the lack of interoperability within the health information systems in the Philippines is causing a hindrance in the country\u2019s universal healthcare (UHC) access.
\n\u201cThey have to talk to each other so that the data flows with the patient, that\u2019s what we want,\u201d Veincent Christian F. Pepito, assistant professor and researcher at the Ateneo de Manila University School of Medicine and Public Health (ASMPH) Center for Research and Innovation, said in a forum.
\n\u201cOur health information system must be able to talk to each other,\u201d he added.
\nIn his presentation at the forum, a public-sector respondent cited concerns about the gaps within the government\u2019s health-sector systems.
\n\u201cYou have E-konsulta for consultations and primary care, and you have HOMIS (Hospital Operation Management and Information System) for the hospital,\u201d the respondent wrote. \u201cBecause these are not interoperable, we can\u2019t access the primary care records of patients when they are referred to us.\u201d
\nAccording to Mr. Pepito, the interoperability of health information systems across hospitals is an \u201cideal\u201d factor in the UHC framework.
\n\u201cWhen you go to PGH (Philippine General Hospital) or some other tertiary hospitals, you still have to take the records again, you still have to take the entire history of patients again,\u201d he said. \u201cIn short, the data is not traveling with the patient.\u201d
\nHowever, he noted that cybersecurity and data privacy are crucial in implementing a synchronized health information system across the country.
\n\u201cMany are still hesitant because they might mess up with the data privacy,\u201d he said in Filipino. \u201cData privacy advocates and the DICT can step in to clarify these issues.\u201d
\n\u201cImplementation of encryptions, or having multiple backup servers so that one half will not derail the implementation or endanger the security of the data,\u201d he added.
\nThe Universal Healthcare Act, or Republic Act No. 11223, enacted in 2019, mandates that all Filipino citizens be automatically enrolled in the Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) National Health Insurance Program.
\nIn the 2026 national budget, P448.125 billion was allocated to the health sector to support the promotion of UHC, including P1 billion budget for the Zero Balance Billing (ZBB) Program in local government hospitals. \u2014\u00a0Almira Louise S. Martinez
\n", "content_text": "An expert said on Tuesday that the lack of interoperability within the health information systems in the Philippines is causing a hindrance in the country\u2019s universal healthcare (UHC) access.\n\u201cThey have to talk to each other so that the data flows with the patient, that\u2019s what we want,\u201d Veincent Christian F. Pepito, assistant professor and researcher at the Ateneo de Manila University School of Medicine and Public Health (ASMPH) Center for Research and Innovation, said in a forum.\n\u201cOur health information system must be able to talk to each other,\u201d he added.\nIn his presentation at the forum, a public-sector respondent cited concerns about the gaps within the government\u2019s health-sector systems.\n\u201cYou have E-konsulta for consultations and primary care, and you have HOMIS (Hospital Operation Management and Information System) for the hospital,\u201d the respondent wrote. \u201cBecause these are not interoperable, we can\u2019t access the primary care records of patients when they are referred to us.\u201d\nAccording to Mr. Pepito, the interoperability of health information systems across hospitals is an \u201cideal\u201d factor in the UHC framework.\n\u201cWhen you go to PGH (Philippine General Hospital) or some other tertiary hospitals, you still have to take the records again, you still have to take the entire history of patients again,\u201d he said. \u201cIn short, the data is not traveling with the patient.\u201d\nHowever, he noted that cybersecurity and data privacy are crucial in implementing a synchronized health information system across the country.\n\u201cMany are still hesitant because they might mess up with the data privacy,\u201d he said in Filipino. \u201cData privacy advocates and the DICT can step in to clarify these issues.\u201d\n\u201cImplementation of encryptions, or having multiple backup servers so that one half will not derail the implementation or endanger the security of the data,\u201d he added.\nThe Universal Healthcare Act, or Republic Act No. 11223, enacted in 2019, mandates that all Filipino citizens be automatically enrolled in the Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) National Health Insurance Program.\nIn the 2026 national budget, P448.125 billion was allocated to the health sector to support the promotion of UHC, including P1 billion budget for the Zero Balance Billing (ZBB) Program in local government hospitals. \u2014\u00a0Almira Louise S. Martinez", "date_published": "2026-04-28T19:05:45+08:00", "date_modified": "2026-04-28T19:05:45+08:00", "authors": [ { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/cedadiantityclea/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/fc38d2668fdee8f1e2b22df5e72ae6f4ad265ab7814de4aa60060edd377a70ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" } ], "author": { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/cedadiantityclea/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/fc38d2668fdee8f1e2b22df5e72ae6f4ad265ab7814de4aa60060edd377a70ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" }, "image": "/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/rev1_Issue-47-BW-In-Depth-Philippine-Healthcare_August-2025-4-OL.png", "tags": [ "almira louise s. martinez", "Technology" ] }, { "id": "/?p=746173", "url": "/technology/2026/04/28/746173/phl-innovators-and-inventors-awarded-at-nice-2026/", "title": "PHL innovators and inventors awarded at NICE 2026", "content_html": "The Department of Science and Technology – Technology Application and Promotion Institute (DOST-TAPI) has awarded inventors and innovators during the National Invention Contest and Exhibits (NICE) 2026 on Tuesday at Acacia Hotel Manila in Muntinlupa City.
\nThe awards were given for several categories. The first category is the Tuklas Award for Most Outstanding Invention (government and privately-funded). The government subcategory winner was the Multi-shell Neutron Spectrometer from NCR cluster. The Demolluscum herbal cream won for the privately-funded subcategory.\u00a0
\nThe Multi-shell Neutron Spectrometer is an innovative device that measures neutron radiation in a simple and practical way. The technology is intended for use in hospitals with medical radiation facilities, research laboratory, nuclear and radiation safety institutions.
\nMeanwhile, Demolluscum is an herbal cream designed to treat molluscum contagiosum, a contagious skin infection caused by a poxvirus, and similar skin conditions using locally available plant extracts. It offers a non-invasive, affordable, and convenient alternative to cryosurgery, curettage, or laser therapy.
\nThe Banghay Award for the Industrial Design category, won by Delfin C. Cuevas Jr. and his Multi-grain Precision Seeder with Fertilizer Applicator. The Precision Seeder is a manually operated, two-in-one agricultural tool designed for precision seed planting and controlled fertilizer application.
\nThe Likha Award for Creative Research category for government and privately-funded, where only the government category had\u00a0a proclaimed winner, the Point-of-Care (on-site) African Swine Fever Virus (ASFV) Detection System.
\nThe ASFV Detection system uses a DNA extraction kit, and a real-time PCR detection kit which delivers reliable ASFV detection in less than an hour. The Point-of-Care ASFV detection system enables sample-to-result testing in under 90 minutes, providing a rapid and efficient solution for field diagnostics.
\nLastly, the Sibol Award for Student Creative Research for College was bagged by the Visayas cluster with I-Count, an Artificial Intelligence powered optical chick counting device for unloading operations.
\nThe I-Count is an AI-powered optical chick counting and mortality detection device to help improve efficiency, accuracy, and biosecurity in poultry unloading operations.
\nAccording to DOST Secretary Renato U. Solidum Jr., the NICE Presidential Awards is the highest recognition conferred upon Filipino inventors and innovators under RA 7459.
\nNICE is a biennial activity conducted by DOST-TAPI to showcase the Filipino\u2019s innovative creativity and give due recognition to the hard work and efforts of Filipino inventors and researchers, including the students.
\n\u201cDOST-TAPI provides target support through its key programs: patent and intellectual property assistance, secure innovations, technology promotion and marketing, to connect inventors with industries, investors, and adapters, technology transfer and commercialization support to enable market entry and scaling up, international exposure initiatives that open global opportunities for Filipino innovations,\u201d Mr. Solidum said in his message for the winners.
\n\u201cThrough NICE and ClusteRICE (Regional Invention Contests and Exhibits by Cluster) we continue to advance Filipino innovations that strengthen industries, improve everyday life, and create new opportunities for Filipinos,\u201d he said. \u2014 Kaizzer Angela Marie V. Manuba
\n", "content_text": "The Department of Science and Technology – Technology Application and Promotion Institute (DOST-TAPI) has awarded inventors and innovators during the National Invention Contest and Exhibits (NICE) 2026 on Tuesday at Acacia Hotel Manila in Muntinlupa City.\nThe awards were given for several categories. The first category is the Tuklas Award for Most Outstanding Invention (government and privately-funded). The government subcategory winner was the Multi-shell Neutron Spectrometer from NCR cluster. The Demolluscum herbal cream won for the privately-funded subcategory.\u00a0\nThe Multi-shell Neutron Spectrometer is an innovative device that measures neutron radiation in a simple and practical way. The technology is intended for use in hospitals with medical radiation facilities, research laboratory, nuclear and radiation safety institutions.\nMeanwhile, Demolluscum is an herbal cream designed to treat molluscum contagiosum, a contagious skin infection caused by a poxvirus, and similar skin conditions using locally available plant extracts. It offers a non-invasive, affordable, and convenient alternative to cryosurgery, curettage, or laser therapy.\nThe Banghay Award for the Industrial Design category, won by Delfin C. Cuevas Jr. and his Multi-grain Precision Seeder with Fertilizer Applicator. The Precision Seeder is a manually operated, two-in-one agricultural tool designed for precision seed planting and controlled fertilizer application.\nThe Likha Award for Creative Research category for government and privately-funded, where only the government category had\u00a0a proclaimed winner, the Point-of-Care (on-site) African Swine Fever Virus (ASFV) Detection System.\nThe ASFV Detection system uses a DNA extraction kit, and a real-time PCR detection kit which delivers reliable ASFV detection in less than an hour. The Point-of-Care ASFV detection system enables sample-to-result testing in under 90 minutes, providing a rapid and efficient solution for field diagnostics.\nLastly, the Sibol Award for Student Creative Research for College was bagged by the Visayas cluster with I-Count, an Artificial Intelligence powered optical chick counting device for unloading operations.\nThe I-Count is an AI-powered optical chick counting and mortality detection device to help improve efficiency, accuracy, and biosecurity in poultry unloading operations.\nAccording to DOST Secretary Renato U. Solidum Jr., the NICE Presidential Awards is the highest recognition conferred upon Filipino inventors and innovators under RA 7459.\nNICE is a biennial activity conducted by DOST-TAPI to showcase the Filipino\u2019s innovative creativity and give due recognition to the hard work and efforts of Filipino inventors and researchers, including the students.\n\u201cDOST-TAPI provides target support through its key programs: patent and intellectual property assistance, secure innovations, technology promotion and marketing, to connect inventors with industries, investors, and adapters, technology transfer and commercialization support to enable market entry and scaling up, international exposure initiatives that open global opportunities for Filipino innovations,\u201d Mr. Solidum said in his message for the winners.\n\u201cThrough NICE and ClusteRICE (Regional Invention Contests and Exhibits by Cluster) we continue to advance Filipino innovations that strengthen industries, improve everyday life, and create new opportunities for Filipinos,\u201d he said. \u2014 Kaizzer Angela Marie V. Manuba", "date_published": "2026-04-28T18:57:36+08:00", "date_modified": "2026-04-28T18:57:36+08:00", "authors": [ { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/cedadiantityclea/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/fc38d2668fdee8f1e2b22df5e72ae6f4ad265ab7814de4aa60060edd377a70ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" } ], "author": { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/cedadiantityclea/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/fc38d2668fdee8f1e2b22df5e72ae6f4ad265ab7814de4aa60060edd377a70ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" }, "image": "/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/DOST.jpg", "tags": [ "Kaizzer Angela Marie V. Manuba", "Technology" ] }, { "id": "/?p=745318", "url": "/technology/2026/04/24/745318/gen-z-emerges-as-heaviest-users-of-google-search/", "title": "Gen Z emerges as heaviest users of Google Search", "content_html": "Giant tech company Google LLC said Gen Z is the heaviest user of its Search platform globally, including in the Philippines, driven by the integration of artificial intelligence (AI), which it noted has transformed search into an intelligent partner.
\n\u200bOf the 5 trillion annual searches globally, the company said signed-in users aged 18 to 24 generate more daily queries than any other age group, making Gen Z the most active group on Google Search.
\nThis is driven by the group being AI-native users who resonate strongly with Google Search\u2019s AI-integrated features, such as AI Mode and Search Live, which allow for a faster, more natural, and more intuitive way of finding information through text, voice, and visual search.
\n\u200bPowered by Google\u2019s most advanced multi-modal reasoning model, Gemini 3.1, Search can now have intuitive, back-and-forth conversations to understand complex and highly nuanced intent.
\n\u201cThey are no longer just entering keywords; they are researching, planning, brainstorming, and even having conversations with Search,\u201d Google said.
\nA majority of Gen Z, or 89%, use Google Search daily to make better decisions, such as finding good deals for upcoming travel, exploring the latest trends, and conducting deeper research on brands for smarter purchasing decisions, it said.
\nGen Z also uses Search not only for information but also as part of their daily digital and fandom experience, with interactive features, trending insights, and cultural moments shaping how they engage with content.
\nGoogle said that Search reflects real-time Gen Z interests through tools like Google Trends and themed experiences tied to popular figures and events. More recently due to their performance at the Coachella 2026 music festival, “BINI Coachella” became one of the top search trends globally because of Filipino Gen Z BINI fans called “Blooms”. \u2014 Edg Adrian A. Eva
\n", "content_text": "Giant tech company Google LLC said Gen Z is the heaviest user of its Search platform globally, including in the Philippines, driven by the integration of artificial intelligence (AI), which it noted has transformed search into an intelligent partner.\n\u200bOf the 5 trillion annual searches globally, the company said signed-in users aged 18 to 24 generate more daily queries than any other age group, making Gen Z the most active group on Google Search.\nThis is driven by the group being AI-native users who resonate strongly with Google Search\u2019s AI-integrated features, such as AI Mode and Search Live, which allow for a faster, more natural, and more intuitive way of finding information through text, voice, and visual search.\n\u200bPowered by Google\u2019s most advanced multi-modal reasoning model, Gemini 3.1, Search can now have intuitive, back-and-forth conversations to understand complex and highly nuanced intent.\n\u201cThey are no longer just entering keywords; they are researching, planning, brainstorming, and even having conversations with Search,\u201d Google said.\nA majority of Gen Z, or 89%, use Google Search daily to make better decisions, such as finding good deals for upcoming travel, exploring the latest trends, and conducting deeper research on brands for smarter purchasing decisions, it said.\nGen Z also uses Search not only for information but also as part of their daily digital and fandom experience, with interactive features, trending insights, and cultural moments shaping how they engage with content.\nGoogle said that Search reflects real-time Gen Z interests through tools like Google Trends and themed experiences tied to popular figures and events. More recently due to their performance at the Coachella 2026 music festival, “BINI Coachella” became one of the top search trends globally because of Filipino Gen Z BINI fans called “Blooms”. \u2014 Edg Adrian A. Eva", "date_published": "2026-04-24T16:10:59+08:00", "date_modified": "2026-04-24T16:10:59+08:00", "authors": [ { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/agarwalekwensi/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/63a6222a994ecdcd0783bb257b7c4e6d18b49dfa789dd168af5420ab8a45082c?s=512&d=mm&r=g" } ], "author": { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/agarwalekwensi/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/63a6222a994ecdcd0783bb257b7c4e6d18b49dfa789dd168af5420ab8a45082c?s=512&d=mm&r=g" }, "image": "/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Google-Gen-Z.jpg", "tags": [ "Edg Adrian A. Eva", "Technology" ] } ] }