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Data Privacy

NPC confirms data breach reports from 10 gov’t agencies

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The National Privacy Commission (NPC) has confirmed receiving personal data breach notifications from 10 government agencies, including the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR), Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), and Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT), amid growing concerns over the security of government-held information.

LATEST STORIES

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BUSINESS IT

Business IT

SEC orders shutdown of online lending platform over unauthorized operations

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The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has ordered online lending platform Peso Flow to cease operations and take down its website and other digital channels after finding that it was conducting unauthorized financing activities while using the corporate identity of a registered financing company.
Business IT

Converge revenue hits P34.2B, plans AI and data center expansion

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Converge ICT Solutions reported a nearly 4% increase in revenue to P34.2 billion in the first nine months of 2026, driven by its enterprise business, as the broadband provider prepares to expand into artificial intelligence (AI) services, additional data centers, and lower-cost Internet offerings amid slower economic growth.
Business IT

IMI expands into data center power modules as Q3 earnings rise

Edu Lopez -
Ayala-owned Integrated Micro-Electronics Inc. (IMI) has secured new power module packaging business for data center applications, expanding its manufacturing activities into infrastructure supporting cloud services and artificial intelligence workloads.
Business IT

Chinese-owned Temu joins PH effort against online counterfeits

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Chinese-owned online marketplace Temu has signed the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on E-Commerce with the Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines (IPOPHL), joining an intellectual property (IP) protection initiative amid documented concerns over counterfeit products sold on its platform.
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DATA PRIVACY

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IT News

DepEd warns teachers: Laptops sold or pawned can be remotely disabled

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DepEd warned that personnel found selling, pawning, or illegally transferring government-issued laptops could face administrative and criminal charges.

IT NEWS

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E-SECURITY

e-Security

BIR admits possible exposure of taxpayer data, says filing and payment records intact

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The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) has acknowledged that certain taxpayer profile information may have been exposed following cybersecurity incidents reported on Nov. 6 and 7, although it maintained that its internal databases and tax filing and payment records remain intact.
Data Privacy

NPC confirms data breach reports from 10 gov’t agencies

Newsbytes.PH -
The National Privacy Commission (NPC) has confirmed receiving personal data breach notifications from 10 government agencies, including the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR), Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), and Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT), amid growing concerns over the security of government-held information.
e-Security

SEC says company records unaffected after confirming data breach

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The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has launched a system-wide security audit following a data security incident detected on Nov. 6, amid claims that approximately 487,000 lines of data associated with the agency have been posted on an online cybersecurity forum.
e-Security

BIR probes alleged data breach involving over 10 million taxpayer records

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The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) is coordinating with government cybersecurity agencies following allegations that a threat actor gained unauthorized access to more than 10 million individual taxpayer records, along with corporate and business information.

E-LEARNING

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Features

ANALYSIS | Child online safety bills raise questions on access, privacy

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The proposed laws currently pending in Congress on children’s online safety raise a difficult question for lawmakers: How can they protect children from online harm while preserving their access to information, education, and opportunities on the Internet?

FEATURES

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STARTUPS | APPS

Startups / Apps

PH Startup Week to connect founders with investors in QC

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Startup founders will meet with venture capital firms, technology companies, and potential business partners at Philippine Startup Week (PSW) 2026, scheduled for November 9 to 12 at the Quezon City MICE Center.
Research Reports

Western Visayas startup report flags lack of funding as key growth barrier

Jun Aguirre -
Limited access to capital remains the biggest obstacle to startup development in Western Visayas, with businesses struggling to move beyond the idea stage, according to a regional ecosystem mapping report released by the Unified Movement in Western Visayas to Accelerate Startup and Spinoff Development (UMWAD).
Startups / Apps

OnlyFun.PH rolls out celebrity-led online betting platform

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OnlyFun.PH has launched FollowBet x VMX Live, an online gambling platform that combines livestreams featuring Filipino celebrities with real-time betting and games.
Startups / Apps

Pinoy-built app simplifies Facebook ad campaign creation

Edu Lopez -
Convert PH Inc., the company behind local Meta advertising agency convert.ph, has launched a self-serve Web application that generates Facebook ad campaigns from basic business information.

GAMING

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Data Privacy

NPC confirms data breach reports from 10 gov’t agencies

Newsbytes.PH -
The National Privacy Commission (NPC) has confirmed receiving personal data breach notifications from 10 government agencies, including the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR), Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), and Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT), amid growing concerns over the security of government-held information.

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NETWORKED CAR

Networked Car

VinFast launches all-new VF 8 in PH, prices start at P1.548M

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VinFast launched its all-new VF 8 electric sport utility vehicle in the Philippines on Nov. 11, with prices starting at P1.548 million under a battery subscription arrangement or P1.799 million with the battery included.
Networked Car

PH automotive customer experience improves as BYD leads 2026 rankings

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Filipino motorists reported better experiences in buying and maintaining vehicles in 2026, with improvements in dealership sales and after-sales services driving higher customer satisfaction across the Philippine automotive industry, according to a new study.
Networked Car

Dongfeng rolls out electric SUV in PH at P1.398 million

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Dongfeng Motors Philippines has launched the Mage EV, an electric SUV with a claimed driving range of 530 kilometers, priced at P1.398 million.
Networked Car

DTI proposes mandatory safety certification for e-bikes, batteries

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The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) is proposing mandatory safety certification for light electric vehicles (LEVs) and their batteries before they can be sold in the Philippines, citing risks involving electrical malfunctions, overheating, and fires.

RESEARCH REPORTS

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Gadgets

REVIEW | Lenovo Legion Go 2 handheld gaming device

Jinji Quiambao -
The Lenovo Legion Go 2 offers a vibrant OLED display, versatile detachable controllers, and strong computing performance, but its P145,995 price, uneven gaming performance, and short battery life during demanding games limit its appeal beyond handheld gaming enthusiasts.

GADGETS

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LIFESTYLE

Lifestyle

Survey: 36% of Pinoy online shoppers classified as ‘savvy’

Jinji Quiambao -
The Philippines has the highest proportion of “Savvy Shoppers” among six Southeast Asian markets surveyed, with 36% of Filipino consumers falling under the classification, according to a study by research firm Cube in partnership with Lazada.
Lifestyle

LG to bring new washers, dryers, and refrigerators to PH in 2027

Jinji Quiambao -
LG Philippines has previewed new washing machines, dryers, refrigerators, and cooking appliances scheduled to reach local stores in 2027, although prices and specific release dates have yet to be announced.
Lifestyle

DOT taps Viber to connect accredited tourism firms with travelers

Jinji Quiambao -
The Department of Tourism (DOT) has partnered with Rakuten Viber to offer free business accounts, digital training, and promotional support to accredited tourism micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs).
Gadgets

LG rolls out 2026 AI TV lineup in PH, prices start at P23,990

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LG Electronics has launched its 2026 television lineup in the Philippines, introducing new OLED, Micro RGB, and QNED models with AI-powered picture and audio features and screen sizes of up to 115 inches.

BULLETIN

Envato Placeit

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Blogs

DIGITAL INFLUENCER | What does success look like for a content creator?

Janette Toral -
Content creators should measure success according to their goals, whether earning a sustainable income, demonstrating expertise, helping people learn, or building a community

BLOGS

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