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.

Panublix Receives Xendit Incubation Award Worth $10,000

Panublix, a Filipino startup based in Iloilo, Philippines, is a sourcing platform connecting creatives with sustainable tropical textiles and artisan crafts. Panublix was one of the recipients of the Xendit Startup Accelerator Program, acquiring free Fee waivers of $10,000 (or over P520,000) for two years. The program also provides entrepreneurs with access to learning partners and additional resources.

Final 10 vie for top prize at PLDT, Smart’s Start Up Innovation Challenge

The Top 10 Start up teams who joined the PLDT and Smart Start Up Innovation Challenge has been selected and announced. The Top 10 teams reached the Challenge's fever pitch out of the 80 hopefuls who joined.

QBO Innovation Hub and Microsoft Launch Accelerator Program for B2B Startups in the Philippines

QBO Innovation Hub, the first public-private partnership platform for Filipino startups, recently partnered with Microsoft to launch a nationwide program designed to accelerate the growth of selected startups developing enterprise solutions.

Edtech startup Frontlearners Inc. hailed as top seed in ASEAN-wide pitch competition on disaster preparedness

Local education technology startup Frontlearners Inc. hailed as the winner at STARTUPS TO THE RESQUE during the Slingshot ASEAN 2017 where 20 out of 140 entries of the different startups from Southeast Asia participated in a pitch battle centered around disaster preparedness and resilient recovery.

HR tech firm STORM is the Philippine representative to the Startup World Cup

Leading benefits technology firm STORM Technologies will represent the Philippines in the Startup World Cup 2018 after winning in a regional competition at Slingshot ASEAN: Startup and Innovation Summit. The event was organized by the Department of Trade and Industry.