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Lazada Confident to Keep Up with Amazon in Southeast Asian Market
Phenny Lynn Palec | | Dec 05, 2016 11:06 AM EST |
Considered as one of Asia's biggest e-commerce operators, Lazada is poised to meet a formidable competition now that Amazon has announced its intention of entering the Asian market. Despite the impending threat to its dominance, Lazada recently said that the company is confident that its existing network of partners, merchants, and a growing user base are strong enough to withstand the competition.
China’s Online Education Market in the Eye of the Storm as Teacher Earns $2,890 an Hour
Jenia Cane | | Mar 30, 2016 08:02 PM EDT |
China's online education market is showing immense economic potential after a local Physics teacher reportedly earned an impressive 18,842 yuan ($2,890) within an hour for an online course he conducted.
Hackers Take Home $17,000 in Ransom After Holding Hospital Computer Network Hostage
Phenny Lynn Palec | | Feb 19, 2016 06:25 AM EST |
A Los Angeles hospital has been forced to pay nearly $17,000 worth of bitcoin as ransom to hackers who were able to penetrate and remotely disable the hospital's computer network. The cyber attack started on Feb. 5 and the Hollywood Presbyterian Medical Center decided that it was in its best interest to pay the ransom in order to make sure that its computer network remains functional.
Instagram Adopts Two-Form Authentication to Improve User Security
Phenny Lynn Palec | | Feb 19, 2016 03:41 AM EST |
As part of the company's effort to curb incidents of identity theft and online hacking, photo-sharing app Instagram recently add a two-factor authentication system to improve its security protocols. Instagram said that the feature will not be rolled out to all users at once, instead it will slowly release the feature its users.
E-commerce News: China’s e-Commerce Strengthens After Formulation of Guidelines
Adrian Darylle Torralba | | Jun 22, 2015 10:17 AM EDT |
E-Commerce in China has gained strength after the government proposes guidelines that will boost its effect in the country's economy.
China EduTech News: Parents Question The Effectiveness Of Edutech In China
Adelyn Torralba | | Jun 11, 2015 12:47 PM EDT |
Gaokao, China’s standardized college entrance examination, is set to test the capability of 9.5 million students in the country.
China Loosening Up Media Censorship; Netflix Talks Expansion In China
Camille Harthy | | May 16, 2015 10:57 AM EDT |
Bringing media streaming company Netflix into China is progressing as it is believed that the company is in early negotiations with executives from at least two Chinese media firms.
New ‘Du-Vote’ Security Technology Could Pave Way for Secure Online Voting Systems
Sami Ghanmi | | May 02, 2015 11:13 AM EDT |
New credit card-sized hardware device has been developed to allow people to vote online securely with their own PCs.
After 100 Years, Girl Scout Cookies Go Digital
Kat De Guzman | | Dec 03, 2014 08:33 AM EST |
The Girl Scouts of America recently announced a new project called "Digital Cookie" to help the girls sell even more cookies than before.
Worldwide Law Enforcement Authorities Take Down Dark Web Cyber Marketplaces
Dan Weisman | | Nov 07, 2014 05:04 PM EST |
Police in 17 nations around the globe Friday shut down 17, or more, so-called dark web marketplaces specializing in sales of illegal goods.
Female University Students Cautioned Against Online Sharing
Mitch de Leon | | Oct 22, 2014 02:29 AM EDT |
Female students from universities have been advised to strengthen their security alertness. In addition, judges have cautioned against the sharing of personal information over the internet. These warnings came following the numerous cases involving murders of young women and the reported disappearances of others, which have been reported in the recent months.
Lionsgate Takes Legal Action Over 'The Expendables 3' Leak
Trisha Cerdena | | Aug 02, 2014 03:13 AM EDT |
Lionsgate has taken legal action and is filing a lawsuit over The Expendables 3 being leaked online before its actual release in theaters.
The Simpsons' to be Made Available Online
Kat De Guzman | | Jul 22, 2014 06:12 AM EDT |
Cable network FXX will make all episodes of 'The Simpsons' available online.
Now You Can Find Someone Who Looks Just Like Your Ex With Match.com
Staff Reporter | | Jun 20, 2014 06:17 AM EDT |
In one of the most interesting attempts made by online dating sites lately Match.com is reportedly seeking help from Three Day Rule, a popular facial software recognition company, to help find you someone who looks similar to your ex.
Kylie and Kendall YA Novel Receives Love from Young Fans but Bombs Online
Katie Collom | | Jun 13, 2014 09:46 PM EDT |
Kylie and Kendall Jenner are currently promoting their latest project, a book they co-wrote titled Rebels: City of Indra: The Story of Lex and Livia. While young fans have been lining up to buy the book and get the two sisters to sign it, online reviews have been less than positive.
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