MOBILITY | VinFast opens preorders for all-new VF 8 in Philippines 
PROMO | TNT launches nationwide Sayaoke karaoke competition 
TELECOM | PLDT Global, Smart offer free connectivity to Filipinos in Saudi Arabia 
TECH NEWS | NVIDIA, Cisco develop denser optical modules for AI networks 
CYBERSECURITY | Global cyberattacks rise 48% in September 
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- MOBILITY | VinFast opens preorders for all-new VF 8 in Philippines
The Philippines is the first international market to introduce the new D-segment electric SUV, according to the Vietnamese automaker. - PROMO | TNT launches nationwide Sayaoke karaoke competition
The selected contestants will undergo online training with vocal coaches before competing in national showdowns at Sayaoke Birit Booths set up in different parts of the country. - TELECOM | PLDT Global, Smart offer free connectivity to Filipinos in Saudi Arabia
Filipinos in Saudi Arabia can use their TinBo Smart Virtual Number to contact the hotlines at no cost. - TECH NEWS | NVIDIA, Cisco develop denser optical modules for AI networks
The Ultra-Dense Small Form Factor Pluggable (USFP) is designed to support electrical signaling at 400 gigabits per second (Gbps) per lane, with an aggregate capacity of up to 12.8 terabits per second (Tbps). - CYBERSECURITY | Global cyberattacks rise 48% in September
The cybersecurity research unit of Check Point Software Technologies reported a 16% month-on-month increase in weekly attacks. - MOBILITY | VinFast offers up to $60,000 to expand e-motorcycle dealerships
Under the program, eligible dealers can receive up to $40,000 per showroom, depending on its size, floor area and compliance with dealership standards. - BUSINESS TECH | Philippine AI adoption rises , AWS report finds
Despite this progress, 57% of AI adopters were still exploring or experimenting with the technology, and only 17% of businesses had a formal roadmap for scaling AI across their operations. - BUSINESS TECH | Rakuten Viber expands Philippine services as usage grows
Rakuten Viber is expanding beyond messaging in the Philippines, driven by growing use of paid subscriptions, dating and business services. - PROMO | Robinsons Appliances offers iPhone 18 Pro launch giveaways
The event will begin at 9 p.m., with the device scheduled to become available at 12:01 a.m. on Oct. 16, according to the retailer. Queuing will start at 6 a.m. on Oct. 15. - NEWS UPDATE | De Claro takes over as DICT secretary after Aguda resignation
Rober M. De Claro brings experience in information technology, business management and government service to the department. - COMMUNITY | Tacloban schools strengthen mental health and crisis readiness
The initiative brought together the Department of Education Region VIII, the DepEd Schools Division of Tacloban City and St. Therese Educational Foundation of Tacloban Inc. (STEFTI) under Smart’s #KonektedforResilience advocacy. - BUSINESS TECH | Apper becomes first PH firm in Claude partner networkAnthropic launched the Claude Partner Network in March 2026 to support firms deploying its Claude artificial intelligence models for enterprise customers.
- AEROSPACE | Lockheed Martin to supply Black Hawk training simulators to PAFAnnounced Oct. 8, 2026, the direct commercial sale includes training devices, courseware, spare parts and sustainment support through August 2028.
- TRAVEL | Emirates to recruit pilots in Manila on Oct. 28-29Participants can learn about Emirates’ Narrowbody to Widebody Direct Entry Captain Campaign, recruitment procedures, training programs, career progression and employee benefits.
- COMMUNITY | Baguio tests AI tool to streamline business permitsThe tool allows applicants to check whether a proposed business is permitted at a specific location based on the city’s zoning classifications and requirements.
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