#Pandemic

It's been more than a year into the pandemic and also more than a year since the Philippine government initiated its quarantine protocols in key cities. The internet   The internet has always been a hot topic, especially in the Philippines especially during the pandemic. Smartphones and tablets Smartphones and tablets were already popular even before the pandemic. But when the pandemic started, it became more than that. Digital wallets and banks Fund transfers are important during the pandemic. While digital banks and wallets were already available even before the pandemic, the demand increased as we rely more on digital platforms. Online business and live selling Many Filipinos lost their jobs during the pandemic, and many resorted to online business as their main source of income. Gaming and content streaming Entertainment is a challenge during a pandemic as we can't go out and enter places of leisure. Read more in our articles including "One year into the pandemic: How technology helped us cope" and "Facebook launches Small Business Grants Program in the Philippines".