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Based on data from network analytics firm Ookla, Voice over LTE (VoLTE) penetration in the country reached only 30.9% in 2025. Ookla said older devices remain a challenge for Smart and Globe due to the size of their existing subscriber bases. Once selected, the option opens a browser-based speed test powered by Ookla, showing key metrics such as ping, download speed, and upload speed. Accenture has agreed to acquire Ookla for USD 1.2 ‌billion in cash. "By acquiring Ookla, we will help our clients across business and government scale AI safely and build the trusted data foundations they need to deliver the reliable, seamless connectivity that creates value." Accenture CEO Julie Sweet states. Ookla CEO Stephen Bye states: "Joining Accenture will allow us to scale our premiere network data business across the world’s largest enterprises and accelerate our goal of creating better connected experiences." The acquisition is subject to regulatory approval and financial terms were not disclosed. has been named the Philippines’ fastest internet provider for 2025 by Ookla, marking its third consecutive year at the top of the global network intelligence firm’s rankings. Based on Ookla Speedtest Intelligence data for the first half of 2025, Converge earned the title of Fastest Fixed Network with a Speed Score of 63.46. Read more in our articles including "PH among slowest countries in shift away from 3G" and "Windows 11 adds built-in internet speed test to taskbar".