Philippine Tech Show 2027: Bringing the Industry Together for What’s NEXT

Technology is moving faster than ever. As new innovations continue to reshape how businesses operate and how people connect, staying ahead means having access to the right knowledge, the right technologies, and the right industry connections. For the Philippine Cable and Telecommunications Association (PCTA), the leading industry association supporting the Philippine technology ecosystem, this means helping build a Philippine technology industry that is ready to adapt, innovate, and shape what comes next.

“For years, we’ve advocated for the advancement of the technology industry in the country. Today, keeping up with innovation is no longer just about knowing what’s new—it’s about understanding how these developments can create opportunities for businesses and communities,” said Dolly Chua, Convention Chairman of the PCTA. “The Philippine Tech Show gives the industry a platform to learn from one another, discover new solutions, and build connections that can contribute to the country’s continued growth.”

Frost & Sullivan names Kaspersky the 2026 Global APT Intelligence & Threat Attribution Company of the Year

The Company of the Year Award recognizes Kaspersky’s global leadership in Threat Intelligence and its excellence in APT attribution capabilities and delivering actionable data organizations worldwide. According to the authoritative global analyst firm, Kaspersky stands out for its leadership strategy, visionary scenarios, brand equity, and strong performance in addressing customer needs.

Frost & Sullivan’s Company of the Year Award is its top honor, celebrating the market participant that exemplifies visionary innovation, market-leading performance, and unmatched customer care. Following a rigorous analytical process applied to evaluate nominees across various categories, Kaspersky was found to excel across the Visionary Innovation & Performance criteria within the APT Intelligence & Attribution space. 

This recognition reaffirms Kaspersky's strategic direction toward intelligence-led security. By combining almost three decades of threat research with advanced cyber threat intelligence, patented threat attribution technologies, AI-assisted analytics, expert human validation and an ecosystem approach, Kaspersky helps organizations move beyond isolated alerts toward a deeper understanding of adversaries and their activities. Kaspersky’s emphasis on APT intelligence, threat attribution, scientific research, ecosystem collaboration, regulatory readiness, and operational resilience, strengthens its competitive positioning and reinforces its role as a trusted global cyber threat intelligence partner.

Addressing customers’ needs

The recognition highlights that Kaspersky’s strategic evolution reflects a clear alignment with industry priorities. Kaspersky’s offering was highly commended for its capability to address customers’ unmet or under-served needs, particularly in reducing alert fatigue through context-rich insights and reducing security-tool fragmentation via a unified ecosystem. The company was also recognized for securing distributed digital infrastructure, helping address the cybersecurity skills shortage /with expert-led and AI-assisted services, and supporting regulatory compliance and data sovereignty requirements.

“Kaspersky effectively aligns its portfolio with evolving enterprise security requirements by integrating threat intelligence, platform consolidation, cloud protection, and governance. This intelligence-led approach strengthens operational resilience, simplifies security management, and enhances its competitive positioning amid increasingly complex cyber threat landscapes,” – says Sapan Agarwal, SVP, Frost & Sullivan.

Lenovo Adds Extra Cheer to Holiday Shopping with Up to ₱5,000 in SM Gift Pass

The Lenovo Holiday Promo 2026 gives shoppers an extra treat with purchases of select IdeaPad, Yoga, LOQ, and Legion devices

The holiday season is all about finding gifts that people will love and use. This year, Lenovo Philippines is making those thoughtful purchases a little more rewarding with its Lenovo Holiday Promo 2026, offering SM Gift Pass worth up to ₱5,000 with purchases of select Lenovo devices.

Running from October 15 to December 31, 2026, the promotion gives customers who purchase qualifying Lenovo laptops from authorized resellers an additional holiday treat, with SM Gift Pass worth ₱1,000 to ₱5,000 depending on the participating model.

TechLife Pad Neo SE Launches as an Everyday Tablet for Learning, Creativity, and Family Entertainment

A learning companion designed for families, built to help kids See More, Learn More

TechLife officially launches the TechLife Pad Neo SE, a learning companion designed for families. Bringing “See More, Learn More” to life, the tablet pairs a bigger Eye Comfort Display with Smart Parental Control and an all-day battery, so children have more room to explore and learn, and parents have more confidence in how that learning happens.

This everyday tablet features a 10.1-inch Eye Comfort Display, Smart Parental Control with Google Kids Space, and a 6000mAh Massive Battery, supporting homework, reading, online classes, creativity and after-school entertainment in one device. It comes in three colors: Space Grey, Bubble Blue and Aurora Green.

Manila is the Epicenter of the Philippines’ Running Era

If you’ve been scrolling through your feeds lately, you’ve probably noticed a massive vibe shift in how Manila spends its weekends. Instead of late nights at crowded clubs or bars, the new place to hang out is right on the asphalt. 

A huge fitness wave has taken over the city, turning local parks and open streets into lively weekend hangout spots. On weekends, some cities make the most of empty morning roads and designate them as car-free tracks for people to get their runs and steps in. The wellness and fitness culture is truly alive.

LG Advances The LG Sound Suite Experience With New DTS:X Support, Greater Flexibility And Expanded Home Theater Capabilities

New Enhancements Give Consumers More Ways To Enjoy Immersive Home Theater Experiences and Premium Audio Content

LG Electronics (LG) continues to expand the flexibility and immersive audio capabilities of LG Sound Suite, the world's first soundbar audio system powered by Dolby Atmos® FlexConnect™. Recent enhancements have expanded content compatibility, increased system flexibility and given consumers more ways to enjoy immersive home entertainment experiences1.

Introduced at CES 2026, LG Sound Suite redefined home audio by combining the simplicity of wireless setup with the flexibility to create a personalized Dolby Atmos experience. Since its debut, LG has continued expanding the capabilities of LG Sound Suite. The latest enhancements build on that foundation, expanding the ways consumers can configure, connect and enjoy LG Sound Suite in their homes.

Eastern Communications Earns Great Place To Work Recognition, Putting People at the Heart of Innovation

Eastern Communications recognizes its employees’ dedication and invaluable contributions at its annual Araw ng Parangal, held on October 12, 2026. 

Connectivity for Eastern Communications has always been more than technology. It is about the people who give purpose to every connection. That belief and a people-centered approach are what made Eastern earn its recognition as a Great Place To Work for the third year in a row, as the company's efforts continue to build a workplace where connection and collaboration are integral pillars that cultivate an environment where Eastern employees are empowered and equipped to take on new opportunities and challenges.  

For Eastern, the recognition goes beyond an HR milestone. It reflects a workplace philosophy rooted in its High Tech, High Touch approach, bringing together innovation and technology with genuine human connection. 

“Our people are at the heart of everything we do. As a company that connects businesses and communities through technology, we also believe in creating an environment where our own people feel connected, valued, and empowered to grow,” said Atty. Aileen Regio, Co-Coordinator of Eastern Communications.