The Philippine Space Agency (PhilSA) is set to deepen its collaboration with Japan’s leading space authority, the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA), with a focus on harnessing space technology to address urgent challenges on the ground—from disaster response to agriculture and community safety. The announcement was made during President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s official visit to…
MANILA, Philippines— The way Filipinos consume news is undergoing a dramatic transformation. According to the Reuters Institute Digital News Report 2025, a growing number of Filipinos are turning to artificial intelligence (AI) chatbots like ChatGPT and Google Bard as their go-to news source a notable shift marking the first time these tools have been categorised…
MANILA, Philippines— As the Philippines celebrates its removal from the European Commission’s ‘high-risk’ list for money laundering, calls are mounting for tighter regulation of two of its fastest-growing but most vulnerable sectors: cryptocurrency and online gambling. Experts, including global credit agency Moody’s, warn that despite the country’s progress in aligning with global anti-money laundering standards,…
MANILA, Philippines— The spread of artificial intelligence-generated content by government officials is raising alarm bells in the palace, as press officer Claire Castro emphasised Monday that such behaviour seriously erodes public trust. The remarks come after Sen. Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa and Davao City Mayor Sebastian “Baste” Duterte shared a questionable video that appeared to…
In a bold fusion of art, technology, and national heritage, LG Philippines has partnered with the National Museum of Natural History to unveil a pioneering digital exhibit that redefines how history and culture are experienced. Titled Fragments, the month-long exhibition launched at the Ayala Reception Hall is powered entirely by LG’s OLED AI TVs, breathing…
In a breakthrough investigation blending law enforcement precision and blockchain technology, the Philippine National Police (PNP) successfully traced a $3.75 million crypto ransom with the help of Binance. The operation, which involved digital forensics and cross-border coordination, highlights how crypto platforms like Binance are becoming key allies in the global fight against digital financial crime.…
In a significant step towards digital transformation, the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) has officially launched a new artificial intelligence (AI)-powered chatbot designed to fast-track business-related services and simplify compliance processes nationwide. The AI web interface, accessible round-the-clock via the DTI’s Integrated Registration Information System (iRegis) at https://iregis.dti.gov.ph, marks a major shift in the…
Ferdinand Marcos Jr., President of the Philippines, has approved the country’s first and comprehensive national strategy on artificial intelligence (AI), signifying the intent of the government to lean on AI while ensuring its rigorous governance for ethical and responsible use. The National Artificial Intelligence Strategy for the Philippines (NAIS-PH) was spearheaded by the Department of…
