Internet spots eyed in remote areas
THE Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) plans to install 15,000 internet access points in geographically isolated and disadvantaged areas (GIDA) by the end of this year.
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Govt urged to expand drive vs online fraud, text scams
A group called on the government to expand its campaign against internet fraud and text scams, saying the proper enforcement of laws is key to curbing SIM-based crimes.
Senate website hacked
(UPDATES) THE Senate on Wednesday said no sensitive or confidential data were affected when its website was hacked Tuesday night.
Press Release - PRIB: Statement on the alleged hacking of the Senate website
We wish to clarify news reports that the Senate website was hacked.
Move to hasten adoption of lease-free broadband connectivity gets going
MANILA, Philippines – The Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) is taking the lead in implementing a presidential instruction for gov’t and private sector collaboration in expanding broadband connectivity in the country.
DICT prods Congress to pass bills that will strengthen IP code
The Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) has called on Congress to pass an amended Intellectual Property Code that would include provisions against high-tech online piracy.
Additional funds needed for "efficient and inclusive' internet connectivity – DICT
MANILA, Philippines – With Congress readying its concerned committees for the budget deliberations starting next month, the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) is asking lawmakers to allocate more funds that could sustain the implementation of the National Broadband Program (NBP).
DICT confirms hacking of disaster unit’s portal
MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) confirmed that there was a successful data hack on its Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Division (DRRMD) portal and systems.
DICT to ask Marcos to provide more support for digital infrastructure
MANILA, Philippines — THE Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) said that it will ask President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. to give more support to digital infrastructure to improve connectivity.