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DOST contributes to improved PHL rankings in innovation

The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) said its programs and projects have resulted in collaborations between and among the different sectors—academe, industry, agriculture, information technology, electronics and semiconductors, and health—which were reflected in the country’s innovation ranking.

[Read more in Business Mirror]

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Duterte vetoes Security of Tenure bill

Malacañang confirmed on Friday that President Duterte has decided to veto the Security of Tenure Bill before it lapses into law today, July 27.

[Read more in Manila Bulletin]

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Angara to DOF: Consult all stakeholders in the Trabaho Bill

In the government’s push to implement the second tranche of its comprehensive tax reform program, Senator Sonny Angara advised the Department of Finance (DOF) to consult all of the stakeholders in crafting the final version of the bill that will be submitted to Congress.

[Read more in PTV News]

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Philippines up 19 notches in world innovation ranking

The Philippines rose 19 notches in terms of innovation in a global index released Wednesday, marking the first time it was categorized as an "innovation achiever." 

In the latest Global Innovation Index (GII) report, the Philippines rose to the 54th spot, up 19 notches from its previous ranking of 73 in 2018 and 2017.

 

[Read more in ABS-CBN News]

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SYKES Brings Together the Brightest Data Scientists of the Future

SYKES Philippines holds first hackathon competition with ADMU Students

SYKES hosted its first-ever hackathon last Feb. 2 and 3 in partnership with the Computer Society of the Ateneo (CompSAt), a student-run organization in the Ateneo De Manila University. Fifteen students divided into six teams matched wits and skills as they presented their very own model solutions in the 2-day hackathon.

[Read more in Sykes.com]

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Accenture PH opens pioneering facility for PWD employees

Technology outsourcing giant Accenture has launched in the Philippines an office facility for PWD employees – a first for the company’s global operations.

[Read more in Newbytes]