The Philippines, known for its top-notch educational and medical institutions, has become a leading exporter of healthcare professionals. According to the Department of Health, an estimated 316,000 licensed Filipino nurses sought employment abroad in 2021. The Department of Migrant Workers reported that by May 2023, 4,000 nurses had already been deployed overseas, exceeding half of … Read more
PLDT and its wireless subsidiary, Smart, are championing artificial intelligence (AI) as a transformative force for the Philippines’ digital landscape. Angel Redoble, FVP and Chief Information Security Officer of both companies, envisions AI as a tool that will not only streamline operations but also enhance governance and public transparency. According to Redoble, AI’s ability to … Read more
As cyber threats loom larger on the global stage, the Philippines is fortifying its digital defenses. On September 19, Manila will host the Philippine segment of the International Conference on ASEAN-Japan Cybersecurity Community (IC-AJCC), a gathering that aims to bolster cybersecurity measures across Asia. The conference, dubbed CyberSecConPH, is a collaborative effort between the Philippine … Read more
AMD has announced the launch of two new RDNA 3 graphics cards, the Radeon RX 7700 XT and RX 7800 XT, at Gamescom 2023. These cards are available at the sub-$500 price point and are aimed at the mid-range and high-end markets. The Radeon RX 7700 XT is priced at $449 (approx. PHP 25,415.4), while … Read more
With the goal of fostering hypercollaboration, ePLDT, the country’s leading data center operator and ICT subsidiary of PLDT, hosted ePLDT Ascend: Carriers Alliance Night on July 6, 2023, which brought together chief executives from the country’s telecommunications and carrier networks industry. Held at The Peak Bar and Grill in Grand Hyatt Manila, the event served as … Read more
PLDT and its wireless unit, Smart Communications, Inc., successfully concluded the third season of their Innovation Generation (InnoGen) program, an innovation grant initiative supporting young Filipino changemakers dedicated to creating a better and smarter world for all. During the InnoGen Demo Day, 18 teams of college and senior high school students showcased their technology-enabled solutions … Read more
HONOR Philippines, the leading provider of smart devices in the country, has announced the nationwide availability of its latest flagship smartphone, the HONOR Magic5 Pro, starting from June 16, 2023. With a price tag of Php 59,990, customers can now experience the cutting-edge features of the Magic5 Pro both online and offline. Vice President of … Read more
In a significant expansion of its 4th Gen EPYC CPU portfolio, AMD (NASDAQ: AMD) announced the introduction of two new processors optimized for specific workloads. Leveraging the advanced “Zen 4c” core architecture, the AMD EPYC 97X4 CPUs are tailored for cloud native computing, while the 4th Gen AMD EPYC processors with AMD 3D V-Cache technology … Read more
Noctua, a leading manufacturer of CPU coolers, has unveiled its latest innovation: offset mounting bars designed for installing Noctua CPU coolers on AMD AM5 processors. By shifting the heatsink 7mm towards the south side of the socket, the new mounting solution ensures improved contact with the processor’s hotspot, resulting in significant reductions in CPU temperatures … Read more
Today, AMD unveiled its latest offerings, the Ryzen PRO 7040 Series Mobile processors, designed to bring cutting-edge x86 processors to premium Windows 11 business laptops and mobile workstations. These processors, featuring “Zen 4” architecture, AMD RDNA 3 integrated graphics, AMD PRO technologies, and Ryzen AI on select models, cater to the needs of the modern … Read more