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Internet penetration in the Philippines continues to rise, especially in urban areas where free wi-fi (or wireless connectivity) is increasingly being made available and more people are using smartphones.

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According to the Institute for Development and Econometric Analysis, Inc. latest Industry Trends, there is no doubt that social media has shaken up Filipinos’ lives.

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A UN commission said here Saturday that there are 200 million women online than men, and warned that the gap could grow to 350 million within the next three years if no action is taken.

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The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) is studying the use of TV white space technology to increase Internet access in the country, particularly in rural areas.

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The United Nations’ Broadband Commission for Digital Development underscored the role that Internet and mobile technologies play in improving health systems, particularly in poor and developing countries.

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Buoyed by a United Nations (UN) report showing the positive effect of broadband usage on the Philippine economy, Smart Communications Inc. is stepping up efforts to make the technology and the Internet accessible to more Filipinos.

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Amidst all the hoopla of social media and video downloads as the primary drivers of Internet usage, a strong link has been established between broadband connectivity and penetration to economic growth and progress.

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According to the Institute for Development and Econometric Analysis, Inc. latest Industry Trends, there is no doubt that social media has shaken up Filipinos’ lives.

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A UN commission said here Saturday that there are 200 million women online than men, and warned that the gap could grow to 350 million within the next three years if no action is taken.

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The United Nations’ Broadband Commission for Digital Development underscored the role that Internet and mobile technologies play in improving health systems, particularly in poor and developing countries.

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Buoyed by a United Nations (UN) report showing the positive effect of broadband usage on the Philippine economy, Smart Communications Inc. is stepping up efforts to make the technology and the Internet accessible to more Filipinos.

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