British Council marks 80 years of UK–Philippines diplomatic ties with ‘Currents of Connection

As the Philippines and the United Kingdom mark 80 years of diplomatic ties, British Council is launching a campaign that goes beyond history and looks at how collaboration in education, arts, English, and innovation continues to create real opportunities for Filipinos today. From creative industries to international learning pathways, the initiative highlights how global partnerships are quietly shaping the future of skills, culture, and regional cooperation.

Newly Elected PRSP President Stewards the Story at DOST’s Ad Meliora Event

Newly elected PRSP President Ana Pista steps into her role with a clear message: in today’s AI-driven, misinformation-heavy world, communicators must do more than tell stories. They must steward them. At the Department of Science and Technology’s Ad Meliora event, Pista outlined a four-pillar framework aimed at strengthening digital integrity, internal culture, purpose-driven PR, and governance transparency.

With trust becoming increasingly fragile and AI reshaping how information spreads, PRSP’s 2026 theme, “Steward the Story,” signals a shift from reactive reputation management to proactive trust-building. For government agencies, innovators, and communicators alike, the challenge is clear: make narratives not just louder, but truer.

ISA Committee, Now Chaired by DICT, Outlines ASEAN-Aligned Plans for Philippine Startup Week 2026

Fresh off the momentum of PHSW 2025, the DICT-led ISA Committee is gearing up for an even more impactful PHSW 2026 — this time aligned with the Philippines’ upcoming ASEAN Chairship. But what does this mean for founders, investors, and the everyday Filipino? It means more regional opportunities, wider investor access, and stronger support for startups building solutions that can scale across Southeast Asia.

With nearly 2,000 participants and close to 150 startups showcased last year, PHSW continues to be the country’s biggest launchpad for innovation. For 2026, the vision expands: expect deeper cross-border collaboration, stronger digital innovation programs, and more doors opening across ASEAN for world-class Filipino ventures. If you're looking to grow, invest, or explore the future of tech in the region, PHSW 2026 is shaping up to be your biggest opportunity yet.

₱2.1 billion Funding Mobilized for PH Startups by Innovative Startup Act Steering Committee

The Philippines just turned up the heat for innovation! 🔥 With ₱2.1 billion already mobilized to support over 2,000 startups, the Innovative Startup Act (ISA) Steering Committee unveiled its bold “ISA 2030 Vision” — a roadmap to create four Filipino Unicorns and attract USD$10 billion in investments by 2030.

Now led by the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT), the initiative builds on the Department of Science and Technology’s strong foundation, ensuring the country’s startup ecosystem continues to thrive. Philippine Startup Week 2025 is also in full swing, gathering founders, investors, and changemakers to connect, collaborate, and spark the next wave of innovation for Filipino entrepreneurship.

Philippine Startup Week 2025 Returns: Scaling Filipino Startups to Global Heights

Get ready for Philippine Startup Week 2025 happening this November 10 to 14 with the theme “Start Local, Go Global!”

Discover how Filipino startups are scaling up for global success and what’s in store at the country’s biggest innovation event.

📍 At the new Philippine Innovation Hub in Marikina. Don’t miss it.

Acer CloudProfessor powers DOST’s IMake.WeMake 2018

During the Department of Science and Technology's (DOST) launch of the Imake.WeMake competition in 2016, many young Filipinos showcased their creativity and skills in developing inventions that can help address some of the country's societal problems.