The Bayanihan SIM project will provide free internet access for students in remote areas, with Smart Communications joining the government’s push to deliver free mobile data to learners in underserved communities. Read more »
The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) is preparing to launch an AI-powered adaptive traffic signaling system as part of its ongoing effort to address traffic congestion in Metro Manila. Read more »
Hunger is becoming more widespread in the Philippines, particularly in Mindanao and the Visayas, based on the latest Social Weather Stations (SWS) survey conducted from April 23 to 28, 2025. Read more »
The Department of Education (DepEd) is fast-tracking the deployment of laptops and smart TVs to public schools ahead of School Year 2025–2026, leveraging early procurement under its 2025 Computerization Program. Read more »
A team from the University of Santo Tomas (UST) has developed an AI-powered pen called iSulat that could help detect early signs of neurodevelopmental disorders in children. Read more »
A slight dip in the Philippines’ 2025 GSMA Mobile Connectivity Index (MCI) score has prompted renewed focus on digital inclusion. Read more »
