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DICT

The Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) plays a key role in advancing digital infrastructure, cybersecurity, and technological innovation in the Philippines. It leads efforts to enhance online security, develop local data centers, and implement digital initiatives such as blockchain for government transparency and the digitization of Shari'ah courts. The DICT also works to modernize telecommunications by phasing out outdated networks and improving internet access across the country.

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This is an AI-generated summary based on recent coverage. It was last updated on Wed, October 15, 2025 at 6:10 PM

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Thu, October 16, 2025 at 1:36 PM

DICT eyes blockchain for budget hearing transparency

The Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) proposes utilizing blockchain technology to secure recordings of budget hearings, aiming to enhance transparency and combat corruption.

Wed, October 15, 2025 at 11:35 PM

DICT, mWell to integrate healthcare services into eGov PH App

The Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) is partnering with mWell, the digital health arm of Metro Pacific Investments Corp. (MPIC), to integrate healthcare services into the government's eGov PH App.

Wed, October 15, 2025 at 11:51 AM

DBM releases P3 billion for free internet access in schools and public areas

The Department of Budget and Management (DBM) has released P3 billion to expand free internet access in public schools and public areas.

Tue, October 14, 2025 at 8:00 PM

Sen. Legarda files bill to improve last mile schools

Senator Loren Legarda has filed Senate Bill No. 1412, the Last Mile Schools bill, to improve education in geographically isolated, disadvantaged, and conflict-affected areas.

Tue, October 7, 2025 at 5:49 PM

DICT to boost cyber defenses ahead of Christmas season

President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. has directed the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) to strengthen defenses against online financial scams before the Christmas season.

Tue, October 7, 2025 at 5:42 PM

DICT eyes completion of underground cable transfer in Luzon by 2028

The Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) aims to complete the underground transfer of telecommunications cables in Luzon by 2028, before President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s term ends.

Thu, October 2, 2025 at 2:39 PM

Sen. Bam Aquino files bill for blockchain-based national budget

Senator Bam Aquino filed Senate Bill No. 1330, the National Budget Blockchain Act, aiming to enhance transparency and accountability in the Philippine national budget through blockchain technology.

Wed, October 1, 2025 at 5:15 PM

CA confirms DOE Sec. Garin, DICT Sec. Aguda, 39 AFP officers

The Commission on Appointments (CA) confirmed the ad interim appointments of Department of Energy Secretary Sharon Garin and Department of Information and Communications Technology Secretary Henry Aguda.

Wed, October 1, 2025 at 1:15 AM

Lawmakers push DICT to build local data centers amid P12B annual foreign storage cost

Lawmakers are urging the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) to prioritize local data center development due to national security and financial risks associated with storing 90% of government data abroad.

Tue, September 30, 2025 at 3:20 PM

DPWH pilots blockchain for infrastructure projects with private sector

The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) has partnered with the Blockchain Council of the Philippines (BCP) and other private stakeholders to pilot 'Integrity Chain,' a blockchain-powered digital ledger for infrastructure projects.