Tag: Innovation
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Philippines and Boeing Collaborate on Sustainable Aviation Fuel Initiatives
MANILA – The Department of Transportation (DOTr) in the Philippines is exploring a collaboration with Boeing to advance the production and utilization of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). This initiative was highlighted during the Sustainable Aviation Fuel Forum held at the Westin Manila in Ortigas Center, Mandaluyong City. The DOTr emphasized that the Philippines has ample…
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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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President Marcos Jr. Urges Military to Guarantee Fair and Peaceful 2025 Midterm Elections
In a stirring call to action, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has tasked the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) with the crucial mission of ensuring the 2025 midterm elections are conducted in a peaceful, credible, and orderly manner. Speaking at an oath-taking ceremony for newly-promoted AFP generals and flag officers, as well as graduates…
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Philippines Urged to Leverage Economic Strengths and Partnerships for Inclusive Growth
MANILA – Arsenio Balisacan, the Secretary of the National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA), stressed the importance of maintaining robust economic fundamentals and strong partnerships to foster inclusive growth in the Philippines. Speaking at the Temasek Distinguished Speaker Lecture at the Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy in Singapore, Balisacan highlighted the significance of…
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Japan Allocates PHP168 Million for Open RAN Lab at University of the Philippines
In a significant move to bolster digital infrastructure, Japan has committed approximately PHP168 million to fund the Open Radio Access Network (Open RAN) laboratory at the University of the Philippines (UP) Diliman. The agreement was sealed during a ceremony at the new Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) office in Pasay City, where Foreign Affairs Secretary…
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DOST’s PROPEL Initiative Aims to Boost Philippine Innovations on the Global Stage
The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) has rolled out the PROPEL program, a strategic initiative designed to elevate local innovations to international markets. Launched at Batangas State University, the program was introduced to stakeholders from Southern Luzon and the National Capital Region during a zonal conference on February 12, 2025. PROPEL, which stands for…
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NEDA Highlights AI’s Role in Boosting Philippine Economy
MANILA – The National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA) has emphasized the transformative potential of artificial intelligence (AI) in propelling economic growth, increasing productivity, and sparking innovation across multiple sectors in the Philippines. A recent policy note from NEDA’s Office of the Undersecretary for Legislative Affairs, authored by Krystal Lyn Tan Uy, delves into how…
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Bacolod City Launches DOST-Funded Startup Incubator to Boost Local Innovation
Bacolod City has taken a significant step towards fostering innovation and entrepreneurship with the launch of the ALPhA Accelerator Hub. The new facility, situated within the Bacolod Express Services Office at Ayala Malls Capitol Central, was inaugurated on February 6, 2025, and is supported by a grant from the Department of Science and Technology (DOST).…
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Bacolod City Launches DOST-Funded Startup Incubator at Ayala Malls
Bacolod City has taken a significant step forward in fostering its startup community by inaugurating the ALPhA Accelerator Hub, a new initiative funded by the Department of Science and Technology (DOST). The hub, situated within the Bacolod Express Services Office at Ayala Malls Capitol Central, was officially launched on February 6, 2025, and aims to…
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Education Secretary Angara Calls for Digitalization and Decentralization to Tackle Education Challenges
During the 2025 Open Government Partnership Asia and the Pacific Regional Meeting in Taguig City, Education Secretary Sonny Angara emphasized the critical need for digitalizing and decentralizing data to address the pressing issues within the Philippine education system. Angara pointed out that the sector faces numerous challenges, including declining learning outcomes, a highly centralized bureaucratic…
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