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Harnessing AI for smarter grids, cities, and farms
By Ludwig Federigan  - July 6, 2026
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French perspectives on the Philippines in the AI era: A country at strategic crossroads
June 30, 2026
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Can APAC power the AI boom without overloading its grid?
June 30, 2026
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Gaming developers were using AI long before anyone noticed
June 30, 2026
ENERGY DEMANDS Global data center electricity consumption could approach 1,050 terawatt-hours by 2026, which would rank data centers as the fifth-largest energy consumer in the world if they were a country. IMAGE GENERATED BY GOOGLE GEMINI AI EXCLUSIVE FOR TMT 500 2026
Feeding the beast: The staggering energy  demands of AI data farms
June 30, 2026

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How AI is reshaping the gig economy
By Angelo Del Prado  - July 6, 2026
LEGAL ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE The use of artificial intelligence (AI) is permitted, yet strictly regulated, in the legal sector. Law practitioners should exercise discernment and must conform to upholding the rights of people involved in the use of AI. IMAGE FROM CONNY SCHNEIDER OF UNSPLASH
Ethical use of AI in legal proceedings, court
By Khrystyn Andaya  - July 6, 2026
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Tracing the blurring lines between AI and reality in modern life
By Vina Medenilla  - July 6, 2026
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TMT500 offers viewpoints on future-proofing the economy
By Dafort Villaseran  - July 7, 2025
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Eliminating economic protectionism
By Aaron Ronquillo  - January 8, 2026
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Future-proofing our mobility
By Robert Siy  - January 8, 2026
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Resiliency amid recovery
By Khrystyn Andaya  - January 8, 2026
PLANTING SEEDS OF HOPE At The Manila Times digitalizing MSMEs and start-ups forum, Nikki Tang (3rd from left), founder and CEO of DMark Beauty Corp. and DermAsia Corp., joins fellow visionaries in forging transformative businesses. Through her commitment to digital innovation, Tang continues planting seeds of hope for MSMEs to bloom and thrive in a future-ready economy. PHOTO BY JOHN ORVEN VERDOTE

DMark Beauty, DermAsia: Growing with precision, blooming with purpose
By Raine Nakpil  - June 30, 2025
FEARLESS FOUNDER Amid challenging times due to the global health crisis, Luxe Beauty and Wellness Group CEO and founder Anna Magkawas finds light through an opportunity to establish a brand that supports health and wellness. PHOTO FROM JOHN ORVEN VERDOTE
Rising above every crisis with resilience and innovation
By Vina Medenilla  - June 30, 2025
DATA IS POWER Punongbayan & Araullo (P&A) Grant Thornton acknowledges the transformative potential of data in optimizing its operational efficiency. PHOTO FROM P&A GRANT THORNTON
P&A Grant Thornton Harnessing the power of data in future-proofing operations, economy
By Vina Medenilla  - June 30, 2025
WIDER CONNECTIVITY  Phividec Industrial Authority is tasked to develop essential infrastructure that supports the inflow of domestic and foreign investments. It manages, administers and oversees the Phividec Industrial Estate in Misamis Oriental, which houses the power plants of SPI Power and FDC Misamis Power Corp. as well as the Mindanao Container Terminal. PHOTO FROM PHIVIDEC INDUSTRIAL AUTHORITY
Phividec IA is southern gateway to PH’s next economic breakthrough
By Charisse Salarda  - June 30, 2025
Townships such as Iloilo Business Park have attracted multinational companies and key locators, driving economic growth beyond Metro Manila. PHOTO FROM MEGAWORLD
World’s Top Companies are in Megaworld Townships
GREEN INCENTIVES Providing incentives for companies with clear green agendae, Shell Pilipinas Corp. (Shell) executives, led by Shell President and CEO Lorelie Osial, further their partnership with Philippine Airlines (PAL) officers, headed by PAL President and Chief Operating Officer Stanley Ng. PHOTO FROM SHELL
Powering Progress to heed call for climate action
By Paula Antolin  - June 30, 2025
LIGHTING UP HOMES In celebration of its 130th anniversary, Sun Life is bringing clean energy and light to underserved homes through solar-powered lamps. PHOTO FROM SUN LIFE
Sun Life marks 130th year with launch of sustainability-focused initiatives
CLEAR SKIES, BRIGHT HORIZONS Signaling clear skies ahead for the future of home retail, Wilcon Depot Inc. (Wilcon), ushers in a powerful new chapter in its history with a grand ribbon-cutting ceremony at Lubao, Pampanga in 2024, led by Lorraine Belo-Cincochan (6th from left), Wilcon president and CEO, and Rosemarie Bosch-Ong (7th from left), Wilcon senior executive vice president and chief operating officer. PHOTO FROM WILCON
Wilcon Depot: Built for sunny and stormy financial seasons
By Raine Nakpil  - June 30, 2025
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