Tag: AI
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Apple Accelerates U.S. Expansion with $500 Billion Investment, 20,000 New Jobs Planned
Apple has announced plans to invest more than $500 billion in the United States over the next four years—a move that will create 20,000 new jobs. The tech giant’s unprecedented commitment comes at a time when companies are scrambling to lead in the race for advanced artificial intelligence technologies. The shift to ramp up domestic…
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Apple Teams Up with Alibaba to Boost AI Features on iPhones in China
In a strategic move to enhance its iPhone offerings in China, Apple has formed a partnership with Alibaba Group Holding, according to the South China Morning Post. This collaboration aims to integrate advanced artificial intelligence (AI) features into Apple’s devices, leveraging Alibaba’s cutting-edge Qwen AI model. The decision to partner with Alibaba comes as Apple…
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Philippine Military Keeps Watch on Chinese AI Model DeepSeek Amid Security Concerns
The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) announced on Tuesday that it is closely observing the progress of DeepSeek, a Chinese-developed artificial intelligence platform, due to security issues highlighted by global organizations. AFP spokesperson Col. Francel Margareth Padilla emphasized that this surveillance is integral to the military’s efforts to protect the nation’s security. She stressed…
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Converge Blocks 183 Billion Attempts to Access Illegal Websites in 2024
MANILA – Converge, a local broadband service provider, reported blocking a staggering 183 billion attempts to access illegal websites in 2024, a significant increase from the 10-12 billion attempts recorded between 2021 and 2023. Andrew Malijan, the company’s chief information security officer, revealed that these attempts targeted 683,000 URLs or domains that Converge had blocked.…
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Converge Thwarts 183 Billion Attempts to Access Banned Websites in 2024
MANILA – Converge, a local broadband service provider, successfully blocked approximately 183 billion attempts to access prohibited websites in 2024, a significant increase from the 10-12 billion attempts recorded between 2021 and 2023. Andrew Malijan, the company’s chief information security officer, revealed that these attempts targeted 683,000 URLs or domains that Converge had blocked. Last…
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ARTA Ramps Up Digital Initiatives to Combat Bureaucratic Delays
The Anti-Red Tape Authority (ARTA) is stepping up its efforts to enhance public service efficiency and eradicate bureaucratic hurdles through digital transformation, as announced by ARTA Director General Ernesto Perez during a performance review on PTV-4’s Bagong Pilipinas Ngayon on January 27, 2025. Perez emphasized the agency’s commitment to implementing Executive Order 32, which has…
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CICC Requests Additional Funding to Bolster Cybercrime Combat Efforts in 2025
The Cybercrime Investigation and Coordinating Center (CICC) in Manila is actively seeking more financial support to enhance its battle against cybercrimes next year. Assistant Secretary Mary Rose Magsaysay, the deputy executive director of CICC, revealed that they have approached the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) for funding a crucial research and development initiative. This…
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