Philippine Long Distance Telephone Company

Also known as PLDT

PLDT Inc., led by Manuel V. Pangilinan, is a major telecommunications provider in the Philippines, reporting steady income growth despite industry challenges; for Q3 2024, net income increased by 2.4% to P9.66 billion with continued focus on network quality and innovation.

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Last updated at July 29, 2025.

Recent stories about PLDT

PLDT data centers get TIA-942 Rated 3 certifications

PLDT Inc., through its unit ePLDT, announced that all its flagship data centers have received TIA-942 Rated 3 certifications for both design and facility.
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SES in talks with telcos to deploy MEO satellites for rural 4G, 5G

Satellite communications provider SES is in discussions with major Philippine telecommunications firms to accelerate the deployment of 4G and 5G networks in rural areas.
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PLDT Global eyes TinBo user base expansion

PLDT Global Corp., a unit of PLDT Inc., is optimistic about expanding its user base for Tindahan ni Bossing (TinBo), a one-stop digital platform.
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PLDT's P2B social loan wins 'Social Infrastructure Deal of Year'

PLDT Inc.'s P2-billion social loan from HSBC Philippines was recognized by The Asset magazine as the 'Social Infrastructure Deal of the Year' in Southeast Asia.
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Maya digital bank turns profitable, contributes P127M to PLDT

Digital bank Maya achieved profitability in the first quarter of 2025, contributing P127 million to PLDT's net income.
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Dominic Roque, Sue Ramirez confirm relationship plans

At a recent event in Manila, content creator Dominic Roque discussed his relationship with actress Sue Ramirez, clarifying that they became lovers only last year despite knowing each other since 2013 and revealing plans for their future together.
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Nawat Itsaragrisil appointed Miss Universe exec, Beatrice supports

Thai entrepreneur Nawat Itsaragrisil, founder of Miss Grand International (MGI), has been appointed as the new executive director of the Miss Universe Organization.
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Miss Universe Philippines crowns new queen

Miss Universe Philippines will crown its winner tonight in the grand finals at Mall of Asia Arena, Pasay City.
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PLDT to build 100 MW data center in Cavite, aiming for national capacity of 500 MW

PLDT Inc., led by Chairman Manuel Pangilinan, plans to build its largest data center with a capacity of 100 MW in General Trias, Cavite, as part of a broader strategy to expand national data center capacity up to 500 MW.
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Marcos launches PLDT's VITRO Santa Rosa Data Center in Laguna

President Marcos emphasized the importance of digital infrastructure during the launch of PLDT Group's VITRO Santa Rosa (VSR) Data Center in Laguna on Wednesday.
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