#cybersecurity

GCash brought together technology leaders, policymakers, regulators, and business experts at the fifth iGnite Innovation Summit to discuss how artificial intelligence and cybersecurity can support safer and more useful digital services in the Philippines. The summit featured four main tracks covering AI-powered business tools, cybersecurity, changes in the workplace, and the use of technology in regulation and fraud prevention. The event also hosted GSafe: The Vanguards of Trust, GCash’s first cybersecurity and anti-fraud summit. The Philippines and the European Union (EU) are working together to improve digital connectivity, strengthen cybersecurity, and expand access to satellite data under a new initiative aimed at supporting economic growth and disaster resilience. The Land Transportation Office (LTO) has raised concerns over the future of its Land Transportation Management System (LTMS), citing unresolved cybersecurity issues and system deficiencies as the agency opposes a proposal to extend its contract with technology provider Dermalog. Dermalog had earlier sought support for an additional PHP 2.5 billion budget for upgrades to the LTMS, saying the funding would be used for cybersecurity improvements, fraud detection capabilities, and anti-corruption measures. The LTO added that unresolved turnover requirements, expired contractual obligations, and outstanding cybersecurity concerns remain key factors in its position against extending the current arrangement. Read more in our articles including "GCash brings Tech Leaders together for iGnite 2026" and "EU-PH Digital Initiative aims to boost connectivity and cybersecurity".