Author: PhilSTAR Tech Team

If you live in the Philippines, chances are you’re one of the 66.4 million Filipinos using a fintech app—whether that’s an e-wallet, a digital lending platform, or an e-commerce service. We’ve become one of the most mobile-first markets in Southeast Asia, leading the region with 63% adoption of fintech apps, compared to 55% in Malaysia and 49% in Indonesia. In fact, mobile fintech usage in the region has more than tripled since 2019, and by 2030, projections say 6 in 10 Southeast Asians will be living their financial lives inside apps. But with this convenience comes a shadow economy. In…

TikTok kicks off their gaming brand day on TikTok Shop with irresistable deals. You can enjoy up to 70% off on your favorite gaming and tech brands like Rapoo, Zeus, Razer, ACER, OPPO, and Game Xtreme. We have two sample products on the chopping block now for review, the Inphic F9 Mecha 2 wireless gaming mouse and the Zeus Surround Sound Bass headphones Precision and Silence: The Inphic F9 Mecha 2.4G Wireless Gaming Mouse The Inphic F9 Mecha 2.4G Rechargeable Wireless Gaming Mouse is built for gamers who demand both responsiveness and a quiet environment. Ergonomics and Design: This mouse…

As the gig economy continues to surge in the Philippines, Serbiz is riding this upward wave.

Alipay+ and Grab are deepening their partnership so travellers visiting Southeast Asia can access mobility services more easily and seamlessly directly within their home e-wallets

When jaw-dropping technology, unbelievable deals, and thousands of eager visitors came together, the result was Consumer Tech Expo 2025 — an experience that redefined the future. The event opened with a one-of-a-kind ceremony, as VIPs used AI-powered augmented reality (AR) glasses from Rokid Philippines in place of the traditional ribbon-cutting — officially ushering in a weekend where the future wasn’t just displayed, but experienced. Over the course of three days, attendees enjoyed discounts of up to 97%, alongside the much-anticipated ₱1 auction that had crowds buzzing with excitement. But shopping was only part of the story. The Expo featured over…

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TCL, the Triple Global Top 1 TV Brand and No. 1 in global AC sales, introduces VoxIN, a smart air conditioner designed to deliver powerful cooling while reducing the strain on household energy use.

The Shell Tech Forward: Solutions for the Future event showcased real-world applications of these technologies, showing that they have moved beyond theory and are ready for immediate adoption by businesses.

Tonik defies Ghost Month with the expansion of the Affordable in-store “lowest hulugan” loan to Mindanao- with zero downpayment and 0% promos at partner retailers

Coalition of content creators unites to amplify public calls for transparency and reform.