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Davao City Plans ₱60M Data Center to Secure LGU Databases
3+ day, 17+ hour ago (294+ words) DAVAO City is preparing a proposed budget of up to ₱60 million to build a disaster-resilient centralized data center that will protect local government databases and help ensure uninterrupted public services. Councilor Bonz Andre Militar, chairperson of the City Council’s Committee…...
Tell it to SunStar: Brownouts, excuses and accountability
3+ day, 21+ hour ago (441+ words) sunstar.com.ph...
SSS warns members, Uplift beneficiaries vs email, text scams
6+ day, 23+ hour ago (438+ words) THE Social Security System (SSS) has reminded its members who are Uplift beneficiaries that official notifications are coursed through the SSS member portal. The System has repeatedly warned its members about the risks of receiving and responding to unsolicited texts,…...
One phone check uncovers ‘cyber grooming’
1+ week, 3+ day ago (403+ words) NBI 7 spokesperson Maria Contessa Lastimoso stated that cybercrime investigators are tracing digital footprints, IP addresses, and account details to identify and arrest the suspect and determine if other minors were targeted. IT BEGAN with something as ordinary as a parent…...
Globe helps parents guide children's digital journey with GPlan Junior
1+ week, 4+ day ago (445+ words) AS children spend more time online for learning, communication, entertainment, and everyday activities, many parents are looking for ways to support their growing digital needs while maintaining appropriate guidance and oversight. To help families navigate this stage, Globe has introduced…...
Davao City plans centralized data center for cybersecurity
1+ week, 6+ day ago (181+ words) THE City Government of Davao plans to strengthen local digital governance and protect municipal operations by establishing a centralized data center. Under the proposal, the city plans to transition from its current system, comprising 17 to 19 isolated server rooms across departments,…...
PHLPost warns public against 'smishing' online scams
2+ week, 6+ day ago (225+ words) MANILA — The Philippine Postal Corporation (PHLPost) is warning the public against fraudulent text messages, or “smishing,” that misuse the name and identity of PHLPost to steal personal and sensitive financial information. PHLPost said scammers typically send text messages containing suspicious…...
Mactan Island to get backup power link
3+ week, 1+ day ago (386+ words) A SECOND high-capacity transmission route is being built to Mactan Island, giving the grid an alternative path for electricity if the island’s existing underground cable fails. The Cebu-Lapu-Lapu Interconnection Project is designed to reduce Mactan’s reliance on its existing underground…...
Gica lifts total cellphone ban in Dumanjug schools
3+ week, 2+ day ago (521+ words) DUMANJUG Mayor Efren Guntrano “Gungun” Gica has lifted the town’s total ban on cellphones in schools, allowing students to bring the devices strictly for emergency communication. Gica said in an interview Wednesday, August 19, 2026, that students’ welfare was his priority. Dumanjug…...
Coastal Road connectivity eyed to remain stable during Kadayawan highlight events
4+ week, 1+ day ago (513+ words) CONNECTIVITY along the Coastal Road is expected to remain stable during the Indak-Indak sa Kadayawan showdown on August 16, 2026, with one of the giant network providers in the Philippines assuring festivalgoers that network capacity has been strengthened in key areas ahead…...