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AMD Exceeds Milestones for Rack-Scale AI Energy Efficiency

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AMD reached an estimated 4x increase in AI energy efficiency from 2024 to 2026, building momentum toward its 2030 goal to deliver a 20x increase in rack-scale efficiency for AI training and inference. What’s the News? AMD has achieved an estimated 4x increase in AI energy efficiency as of mid-2026, ahead of its 3x projected target for this stage and more than double the historical trendline for the same point. This progress shows AMD is building momentum toward its 2030 goal to deliver a 20x increase in rack-scale energy efficiency for AI training and inference.1 2 It also reflects the work being done by AMD across silicon, systems and software to help customers scale AI workloads more efficiently. Why It Matters? AI compute is accelerating rapidly, raising the bar for what data center infrastructure needs to deliver. Meeting that demand requires innovation across the whole stack: CPUs, GPUs, networking, software, power and cooling all need to work together efficiently at the rack and ...
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Now Available in PH: Capture Every Journey with the Advanced OPPO Reno16 Series 5G

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There’s a certain magic to traveling with your barkada for the first time. Long before the bags are packed, the trip has already begun in a group chat filled with flight screenshots, restaurant recommendations, itinerary debates, and plans that will inevitably change once everyone arrives. Then come the surprising moments during the trip like a tucked-away food spot discovered by chance, an unexpected detour that becomes the highlight of the day, or a sunset that brings everyone together just as the light turns golden. These are the moments that give a trip its story and naturally, they’re the ones you’ll want to capture. Arriving just in time for the next barkada getaway, the OPPO Reno16 Series 5G is now available nationwide, bringing its Pocket Studio imaging experience to travelers across the Philippines. More than a camera for documenting where you’ve been, the latest OPPO AI Phone is designed to capture the people, atmosphere, and spontaneous moments that make getting there memora...
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GCash Expands Ecosystem Support for PH Small Businesses with Accessible Digital Solutions

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Across the Philippines, micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs)—from online sellers and cafés to neighborhood retail shops—are thriving not only through grit, but also with the help of digital tools that make operations easier and support business growth. Going digital, indeed, is the ideal path for merchants of all sizes as the economy pivots to a cash-lite society.   G-Xchange Inc. President and CEO Ren-ren Reyes, in a speaking engagement at the ANT Mo:Ments summit in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, stressed that digital tools must not only enable micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) to access digital payments but also improve the way they run their businesses.   GCash for Business is doing so with a suite of next-generation payment systems built to help Filipino merchants move faster, serve more customers, and grow their businesses more efficiently.   A seamless and inclusive payment ecosystem   For many MSMEs, going digital remains easier said than done. Whi...
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Adrenaline Meets Optics: See How Anne Curtis and BJ Pascual Captured Their Rollercoaster Ride with the vivo X300 Ultra

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SHANGHAI, CHINA — Capturing a great shot is one thing. Capturing one while your subjects are speeding through a rollercoaster at up to 97 kilometers per hour is another. Anne and BJ took on the TRON Lightcycle Power Run at Shanghai Disneyland, one of Disneyland’s fastest and most futuristic attractions. At the heart of the action, the vivo X300 Ultra's 200MP 85mm ZEISS Gimbal-Grade APO Telephoto Camera brought the duo closer into frame, capturing their expressions and reactions as the ride raced through its futuristic track. [ Embed TikTok Video here: https://www.tiktok.com/@vivo_philippines/video/7673361440908135698 ] Taken at 85mm, f/2.67, 1/200s, ISO 50, the shot showcases the vivo X300 Ultra's dedicated telephoto camera in a challenging, fast-moving environment. Its 3° Gimbal-Grade OIS and 60 fps AF Tracking are designed to help keep moving subjects steady and in focus, making it possible to capture the rush of the ride while keeping Anne and BJ at the center of the frame...
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How GStocks PH Is Making Stock Market Investing Accessible to Every Filipino

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Broadening access to investment opportunities for everyday investors, GStocks PH continues to make it easier for Filipinos to invest in share issuances like Initial Public Offerings (IPOs) and Follow-On Offerings (FOOs) all within the GCash app. During the latest preferred share sale by fuel distributor Top Line Business Development Corp. (PSE: TOP), Filipino investors took up nearly ₱15M worth of shares on GStocks PH offered by broker AB Capital Securities, Inc.   Engaged in commercial fuel trading, retail fuel distribution, and real estate development, TOP is a Cebu-based energy and property development firm operating primarily in Central Visayas. In its FOO last June 26, it offered two preferred shares—TOPA1 and TOPA2—with fixed annual dividend rates of 9.1325% and 9.5981%, respectively. Both securities offer quarterly dividend payouts and were made available on GStocks PH with a minimum investment of ₱1,000. Traditionally, FOO subscriptions required investors to apply through a...
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Ready, Set, PLAY Smart and SM Supermalls Join Forces Again for Tech & Play Month 2026

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Filipinos are increasingly finding connection through gaming, technology, and creator culture. In its drive to be at the forefront of this, Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart) continues to support events that inspire innovation, digital engagement, and meaningful connections across the country, including SM Supermalls' Tech & Play Month 2026.   SM’s nationwide campaign brings together gamers, creators, collectors, and tech enthusiasts through immersive events that celebrate innovation, creativity, and community.   "Smart and SM Supermalls share a common vision of creating meaningful experiences that connect people through technology, innovation, and community," said Christian So, Assistant Vice President and Head of Modern Trade Key Accounts at Smart. "Our continued support for SM Tech & Play Month underscores our commitment to empowering Filipinos to pursue their passions and enjoy enriching digital experiences."   Smart subscribers can level up their di...
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Technology that Just Works. See How the OPPO A6s 5G Simplifies AI for Everyday Life

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People view smartphones as something that keeps tasks moving, conversations going, memories intact, and daily errands on track. With so much happening in a single day, many continue to  look for devices that simply make life feel easier. The OPPO A6s 5G weaves intelligent features into everyday experiences, helping users capture life's moments, stay connected, get through busy schedules, and enjoy a smoother smartphone experience.  Capture moments, not stress A blink, sudden movement, or distant subject can easily turn a once-in-a-moment photo into one that needs fixing later. Editing apps can help, but that means another round of choosing, uploading, editing, and saving. For people who just want a photo worth keeping or sharing, those extra steps can get in the way of enjoying the moment itself. The OPPO A6s 5G brings those fixes closer to where they're needed with AI Perfect Shot, AI Unblur, and AI Clarity Enhancer. AI Perfect Shot can help users get better expressions ...
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