The Philippines ranks at the very bottom—where it is tied with Bangladesh—of a recent survey of IT competitiveness in R&D. This means less R&D takes place in the Philippines (0.0) than in Indonesia (0.1), Sri Lanka (0.1), and Vietnam (0.2).
The Philippines ranks at the very bottom—where it is tied with Bangladesh—of a recent survey of IT competitiveness in R&D. This means less R&D takes place in the Philippines (0.0) than in Indonesia (0.1), Sri Lanka (0.1), and Vietnam (0.2).
Deep-pocketed investors are again in a frenzied fight to fund Silicon Valley Internet startups on the back of LinkedIn’s successful IPO, Facebook’s surprisingly sustainable rapid growth internationally, and Twitter’s increasing popularity. Investors are anxious.
A commencement speech made by BGN member Alvin Gendrano to the graduating batch of Engineering and Computer Science students of the Far Eastern University (FEU).
In this speech, Alvin gives the graduating batch some advise on how to make a difference as they embark on a new journey in building their careers.
The Brain Gain Network in review. Small successes leading to big impact. Hoping for more of these in 2011.
Truly inspiring, the Gendrano couple and Tina A. are Brain Gainers effortlessly making things work for the country and for its start-ups community.
The Philippines has just survived another election season. Almost everything is new in government. There is a new president, a new set of cabinet members and new officials in national and local posts.
Many Government officials, investors, and urban planners look at the Silicon Valley as the model to follow in order to spur their high-tech economies. Author Margaret O'Mara warns, in a blog post on ForeignPolicy.com, that, many of the emulators are missing the context of what made the Silicon Valley the hotbed of innovation.
The legendary SGV founder Washington Sycip shares some wise words on education, philanthropy, sustainability, dreams for the country and how to enjoy life. I was very privileged to meet him briefly during my stint with Nene Guevara of Synergeia Foundation. Article is from ANC.
Alarming to know the issue on the low levels of water in Angat Dam and that some cities and municipalities are encountering shortages due to the mismanagement of water protocols, according to Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) Secretary Rogelio Singson.
