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    The algorithm knows what you want: How AI influences our hearts (and carts)

    The algorithm that powers apps, websites, and even your go-to online shopping sites is getting smarter and wiser. They don't just simply show random things; they scan your preferences, trends, and socials and guess what you'll want next, often before you do yourself.

    All “AI” wants this holiday season

    If you want to see what the current wave of AI tech looks like, here are some of the gadgets worth checking out.

    Holiday Wishlist 2.0: What AI and smart tools deserve a spot under your tree

    If you’re building your wishlist, maybe it’s time to add something new like digital gifts that make your days simpler, your work sharper, and your creativity a little louder.

    How many is too many gaming influencers?

    What began as a small community of standout personalities has grown into a saturated field where nearly everyone seems to be a gaming influencer. This rapid growth has reshaped both the way audiences engage with gaming content and the way influence itself is understood.

    Beyond the screen: Esports and gaming tourism

    Esports and gaming tourism may still be in their early stages, but the potential is undeniable. Cities that build the proper infrastructure can tap into a passionate and growing global community.

    Digital playgrounds: How online games teach kids to socialize

    Hangout spots are no longer neighborhood parks but digital playgrounds where children can chat, build, and play with friends, sometimes even with kids living on the other side of the world.

    Is Fintech reshaping the breadwinner economy in Filipino families?

    Fintech, especially e-wallets and digital transfers, has transformed how care and obligation flow. But ease doesn’t always bring freedom. For many breadwinners, it also means being exposed to constant requests and carrying the quiet fatigue of never-ending giving.

    Scan to Pay: The QR Code Revolution

    Cash won’t vanish overnight. But its role is shrinking fast, as QR codes and NFC slowly redefine the way Filipinos move money. For many, the real choice won’t be whether to go cashless—but which way.

    Fintech Nation: The Philippines’ journey towards a cashless, connected economy

    Fintech has been one of the fastest-moving tech sectors, marked by rapid innovation and widespread adoption, and one thing is clear: fintech will continue to evolve and play a vital role in our increasingly digital economy.