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DOST to train 30K people on data science, analytics

The Department of Science and Technology (DOST), in partnership with the Development Academy of the Philippines (DAP), will train 30,000 individuals on data science and analytics, its chief said on Monday.

Science and Technology Secretary Fortunato dela Peña said the program would run for three years, with a total budget of PHP50.84 million.

[Read more in Philippine News Agency]

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PBS/Frontline’s “In The Age of AI” Is Profoundly Exciting – & Frightening

“FRONTLINE investigates the promise and perils of artificial intelligence, from fears about work and privacy to rivalry between the U.S. and China. The documentary traces a new industrial revolution that will reshape and disrupt our lives, our jobs and our world, and allow the emergence of the surveillance society.”

[Read more in Forbes.com]

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BPO industry seen insulated from trade war

THE business process outsourcing (BPO) industry (BPO) is considered insulated from the impact of the trade war, unlike the manufacturing sector, Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG) said.

They added that the Philippines continues to be attractive for BPO investors due to low costs and English-language skills.

[Read more in Business World]

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1000 new jobs as outsourcing specialist Ibex expands in the Philippines

Ibex, an off-shore business process outsourcing (BPO) provider, has unveiled plans to employ as many as 1000 employees in the Philippines following the opening of a new service centre.

Located in Alabang, Muntinlupa, the new facility can house up to 1000 seats, with plans in place to reach 850 employees by the end of November.

[Read more in Channel Asia]

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