EDOTCO Group Philippines is calling for faster and more standardized telecommunications permitting procedures across local government units to accelerate digital infrastructure investments and improve connectivity nationwide.
But PlayTime Entertainment president Crisanto Roy Alcid said the relaunch represents a broader business strategy to reduce dependence on online gambling, which generates attractive returns but faces political and regulatory uncertainties.
The Toyota RAV4 has been named Car of the Year at the 2026 Top Gear Philippines Car and Bike of the Year Awards, leading a field of winners that reflected growing competition between established automotive brands and emerging electric vehicle manufacturers.
Speaking at the Economic Journalists Association of the Philippines’ awards night in Makati City on Nov. 6, 2026, the head of the country’s oldest conglomerate said corporate decisions affect employees, customers, investors and communities, making independent reporting essential to understanding their consequences and holding institutions accountable.
Under sweeping age restrictions proposed in both Senate and House bills — known respectively as the Smart Kids Act and the Safe Kids Act — teenagers who currently encounter educational lessons through social media feeds could lose that access, depending on how lawmakers define covered platforms and educational exemptions.
CEBU CITY—For three days, Cebuanos can get a preview of home organization and storage solutions offered by Swedish furniture retailer IKEA ahead of the opening of its first store in the Visayas next month.
Filipino consumers' growing preference for affordable everyday essentials is creating opportunities for hard-discount retailers, as households prioritize lower prices, convenience and accessibility in their grocery spending.
Customer service accessibility and faster resolution of account and transaction concerns are becoming central to BingoPlus' efforts to improve the user experience across its digital gaming platform.
Kubota Philippines is positioning compact construction machinery as a new growth opportunity, targeting infrastructure development and farm-to-market road projects where limited working space can restrict the use of larger equipment.