vivo V60 sales up by 91% compared to the V50

The newly launched vivo V60 has achieved a significant sales milestone in the Philippines, with its performance over a four-day period dramatically surpassing that of its predecessor. From September 13 to 16, 2025, the device saw a 91 percent increase in nationwide sales compared to the initial launch of the V50 model, according to an […]

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Angry Birds Rush mixes its slingshot mechanics with runner-style gameplay

Rovio, the developer behind the popular Angry Birds franchise, has begun a soft launch for a new mobile game titled Angry Birds Rush. This new installment mixes the classic slingshot action that made the series famous with endless runner-style gameplay, where the players will bounce their way through various levels. The game also introduces a […]

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JuanFlix app offers Filipino classics, international films for Php49/month

Movie fans across the country have a new reason to celebrate. The Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP) has announced the upcoming launch of its dedicated streaming app named JuanFlix. This launch is a significant step for the government agency. It moves the JuanFlix service from a website to a standalone mobile application. The […]

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To fight graft and corruption, Albania appoints world’s first AI minister

The Albanian government has become the first to name an artificial intelligence system to a cabinet-level position. The AI, known as Diella, was appointed with a specific mandate to oversee the awarding of government contracts, an area long plagued by corruption. Prime Minister Edi Rama introduced the virtual minister as part of his new administrative […]

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Fake browser extension used to hijack Facebook accounts, researchers warn

Security experts have uncovered a new scheme where hackers are using fake browser extensions to steal Facebook Business and Ads accounts. The campaign, discovered by the cybersecurity firm Bitdefender, targets users with promises of a verified blue checkmark. The alleged malicious extension is called “SocialMetrics Pro.” Hackers are promoting it through at least 37 online […]

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How much will it cost to place the PH national budget on blockchain? Up to Php1 billion — DICT

Several lawmakers in the House of Representatives and the Senate have introduced bills that aim to place the national budget on the blockchain. However, there’s one important aspect we should always bear in mind — the cost. During the House Committee on Appropriations hearing for the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT), Rep. Niko […]

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Google launches VaultGemma, a new AI designed to protect your data

Google has released a new artificial intelligence model named VaultGemma. This experimental project focuses on a major concern in AI: preventing models from leaking the private information they were trained on. The challenge for AI developers is that large language models, or LLMs, are trained on massive amounts of internet data. Sometimes, these models can […]

EcoFlow opens flagship store in Manila, the first in Southeast Asia

A leading eco-friendly power solution brand, EcoFlow, opens its first Flagship Store in Southeast Asia. Located at Level 4, Cyberzone, SM City North EDSA Annex in Quezon City, customers can have hands-on experience with EcoFlow products such as solar panels, advanced technology generators, and portable power stations. In the past years, the Philippines has reached […]

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Snapchat introduces infinite retention and group streaks

Snapchat is releasing two major new features that were highly requested by its users. The first, called “Infinite Retention,” finally allows users to stop their messages from disappearing. The second introduces “Group Streaks,” a new way to build streaks with multiple friends at once. The company announced that Infinite Retention is a new chat setting. […]

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For Filipino freelancers, study reveals a mix of flexibility and financial anxiety

A new study shows that most freelance and on-demand workers in the Philippines appreciate the independence their jobs offer, but many feel anxious about their income stability and future financial safety. The research, carried out by global firm Ipsos, indicates a strong sense of contentment with control over their schedules, yet it also uncovers deep-seated […]