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PH-founded logistics startup Inteluck raised Php2 billion to bolster operations

With $34 million (almost Php2 billion) of newfound investment with the recent closure of a series C round, Philippine-founded logistics firm Inteluck is well on its way to expanding its regional footprint, deepening its presence, and strengthening its capabilities. The investment was led by Southeast Asia’s leading venture capital firm East Ventures and private equity […]

Posted inApps/Games/Softwares, Tech News

Viber Plus offers no ads, invisible mode, and other perks for Php99/month

Voice and messaging app Viber now offers a paid monthly subscription called Viber Plus that provides an ad-free experience and a plethora of premium features. The core functionalities of the Viber app remain available for free to all users. But with the Viber Plus, which is priced at Php99 per month, subscribers get to enjoy […]

Posted inGovernment, How to's

How to find voter precinct online for the Barangay, SK Elections 2023

The Barangay and the Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) Elections 2023 are already set for October 30 (Monday). This has been after several postponements since the last barangay elections five years ago in 2018. So, to help ease the 67.8 million registered barangay election voters and 23.2 million SK voters’ difficulty finding their respective precincts, especially for […]

Posted inSpotlight, Tech News

APAC consumers prefer to use biometrics, passkeys over passwords — study

Amid the rise in phishing attacks, consumers across the Asia Pacific (APAC) region are opting to use a more user-friendly and stronger method of authentication to secure their accounts, such as passkeys and biometrics. Fast Identity Online (FIDO) Alliance Executive Director Andrew Shikiar said, on Tuesday, that there is a concern over the persisting high […]

Posted inAndroid, Apps/Games/Softwares

To improve Android’s security, Google Play Protect now offers real-time app scanning

For years, security has been a common concern among Android device users, especially when installing applications or using the system’s unique features. Well, worry no more because Google has recently announced an upgrade to its new built-in protection software. This crucial upgrade promises users that malicious activities will not bypass detection to keep devices safe. […]