The role of blockchain in promoting trust and transparency in the national budget
By Earvin Darren Lee and Hazel Valerie Sy
Blockchain technology, a decentralized digital ledger that enables secure, immutable record-keeping, has gained global prominence across multiple industries.
Recto commits to achieving PHL’s long-term socioeconomic targets
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In the Caraga...
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UA&P slashes Q4 growth forecast to 4.6%
THE University of Asia and the Pacific (UA&P) cut its fourth‑quarter growth forecast to 4.6% for the Philippines from its previous view of 5.3%...
Air passenger fuel surcharge steady in Jan.
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PHL raw sugar output seen flat at 2.09 MMT
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DA calls boost to road funding ‘game-changing’
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Figaro Culinary unit affirms exporter registration
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John Hay property petitions dismissed by Baguio RTC
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Farmers call for 35% rice tariff, demand Balisacan resignation
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