IT talks!

What’s on the horizon for Davao’s IT industry? We’re seeing more software development companies being put up (by locals and by immigrants), and we’re seeing newfangled products and services being offered locally. This post is only about a couple of teasers. The real deal will follow as soon as I have more details to blog [...]

Good news to Filipinos! PayPal has now opened its full system to Philippine-based account holders. Previously, we could use PayPal only for remitting or paying, but not for accepting funds online. Now, we can accept moneys via the Internet, as well as make use of PayPal’s industry-strength and secure payment gateway facility. This is indeed [...]

Amidst political scandals and the growing disillusionment over the present administration, it is a welcome development to see your government at work. One shining example is the Department of Trade & Industry (DTI), in particular that of Region 11. Another public institution that could give this government some much-needed accolades is the Philippine Export-Import Credit [...]

The PESO Davao Challenge is a unique opportunity for students and young professionals to present a bankable business concept and have it turned into a real company.

In order to sustain development in the I.T. industry, strong academic support is necessary. In line with this, the Davao Chamber and PAHRDF have partnered up to begin developing college courses that will encourage entrepreneurship.

With the elections over, it’s pretty much back to business as usual. Davao’s I.T. industry players are gearing up for this year’s major events. In particular, the Mindanao ICT Congress (I mistakenly termed it “MICT Summit” in previous articles) is starting to gain some ground. Finally, the MICT Congress franchise owner and this year’s host [...]

Right before the Davao Bloggers Party #1, Janette Toral, ever a huge supporter of Davao I.T., came back to Davao for another DigitalFilipino Club eyeball. There are currently only 6 members in Davao — but hopefully more will join us. This club is the country’s only e-commerce and technopreneurship private organization.

The sad fact of our current situation is that, most fresh graduates automatically think about employment, and never consider putting up their own enterprise. They instinctively polish up their curriculum vitaes, instead of endeavoring to develop a business plan.

This post is about bridging the digital divide.