12 yrs. kulong, P1M multa sa gagamit ng AI sa kalokohan

ni Mylene Alfonso @News | August 6, 2025

File Photo: Chiz Escudero / AI - FP

Nais ni Senate President Francis 'Chiz' Escudero na patawan ng parusa ang sinumang gagamit ng artificial intelligence (AI) sa maling paraan.

Sa kanyang inihaing Senate Bill No. 782 o ang Physical Identity Protection Act, ang sinumang gagawa, magdye-generate, magpo-produce, magpapalaganap, o maglabas ng anumang AI-generated na content na gumagamit ng pisikal na anyo o imahe ng isang tao nang walang pahintulot ay papatawan ng kasong kriminal.

Layunin ng panukala na magtakda ng mga sumusunod na parusa: Kulong na 1 hanggang 2 taon o multang hindi lalampas sa P200K, o pareho, sa sinumang gumawa, nag-generate, o nagbahagi ng content na gumagamit ng pisikal na anyo ng isang tao nang walang pahintulot o legal na batayan; Kulong na 2 hanggang 4 na taon o multang P200K hanggang P400K, o pareho, kung ang layunin ng content ay para sa financial gain o profit; Kulong na 4 hanggang 6 na taon o multang P400K hanggang P600K, o pareho, kung ang content ay may layuning makapanlinlang o makagawa ng krimen; Kulong na hanggang 12 taon o multang P600K hanggang P1 milyon, o pareho, kung ang content ay parehong ginagamit para sa kita at panlilinlang o krimen.

Aniya, kung ang lumabag ay isang opisyal o empleyado ng pamahalaan, bukod sa maximum na parusa, siya papatawan pa ng habambuhay na diskwalipikasyon sa paghawak ng anumang posisyon sa gobyerno.

May mga nakasaad din na exemption sa panukala, partikular kung ang paggamit ng pisikal na anyo ng isang tao ay ginawa nang may mabuting layunin, tulad ng makatotohanang pag-uulat o dokumentasyon sa mga isyung may kinalaman sa pampublikong interes. 

Netizens, pumalag... Taas-singil sa Netflix dahil sa VAT

ni Madel Moratillo @News | May 7, 2025

Photo File: Netflix

Pumalag ang ilang netizen sa taas-singil ng Netflix simula Hunyo 1.

Sabi ng ilang netizen, dagdag-pasakit lang ito sa mga subscriber ng Netflix.

May iba pa umanong opsyon kung tutuusin sa halip na dagdag-buwis.

“Stop placing the burden of VAT on ordinary people. If you truly want solutions, start by exposing and eliminating the corruption within your own ranks.”

“Seeing this, I immediately canceled my subscription then Netflix would be seeing their user use dropping like flies”

“Para sa iba barya lang ‘yan. But realistically speaking, there are sooooooo many other options.”

Una rito, sa anunsyo ng Netflix simula Hunyo 1, dahil sa ipinataw na value-added tax (VAT) sa digital services sa Pilipinas ay magkakaroon ng adjustments sa kanilang singil.

Dahil d’yan, ang monthly rate ng Netflix ay magiging P169 na para sa mobile plan mula sa dating P149.

Ang basic plan naman ay papalo na sa P279 mula sa P249.

Magiging P449 naman ang singil per month para sa standard plan mula sa P399.

P619 naman ang babayaran para sa premium plan mula sa dating P549.

SM Active Hub is your ultimate sports playground... Run, play, and stay active — anytime, anywhere!

by Info @Brand Zone | Apr. 22, 2025

Gone are the days when malls were just for shopping and dining. At SM Supermalls, they are changing the game—literally!

Introducing SM Active Hub, your go-to spot for sports, fitness, and all things active! 

As the largest sports community in the Philippines, SM Active Hub brings together the biggest number of venues and partner sports clubs nationwide. Plus, members get year-round deals from partner brands through SM Malls Online, including exclusive discounts on sporting events. Whether you’re a weekend warrior or a seasoned athlete, there’s a place for you here!

So, lace up, grab your gear, and get moving—because the game is just getting started!

SM Active Hub is the biggest sports community in the Philippines! 

Join the largest running community in the country!

Running is more than just a workout—it’s a lifestyle. SM is home to the largest running community in the country and the top choice for official race events. With a nationwide network of run clubs and partner communities, SM is bringing together nearly 100,000 runners who are passionate about hitting the pavement.

100,000 runners, one passionate community. Run the nation with SM.

Lace up and join the run! SM Active Hub hosts the country’s biggest running events.

SM Active Hub has partnered with top running clubs like RunRio, Run with Pat, Almost Speedy, Garmin Run Club, New Balance Run Club, and Trailista, along with elite ambassadors Rio and Nicole de la Cruz and coach Patrick Rubin—bringing expert guidance and a strong, motivating community to every run.

Train with the best. Top running clubs and elite ambassadors power every stride.

And with these upcoming running events, SM is adding extra fun as you run!

Upcoming running events:

SM Mall of Asia:

• April 20 – Hera Run

• April 27 – Galaxy Earth Day Run

• May 4 – Rexona Miler

• May 10 – UNIQLO SUW Community Run

• May 18 – Sante Trilogy Run Asia MNL Leg 2

• May 25 – CSB Run

• June 1 – Lazada Run

• June 15 – Sagisag Leg 2

• June 29 – Pride Run - Manila Leg

• July 13 – Sante Trilogy Run Asia MNL Leg 3

• July 20 – Water Run

• July 27 – Aphrodite Run

• August 3 – Color Electric Run

• August 10 – Manila Marathon

• August 16 – Race for Life Run

• August 31 – Sagisag Leg 3

• September 7 – Hoka Midnight Run Manila

• September 21 – Lufthansa Run

• September 28 – Air Run

• October 5 – Philippine Half Series: Manila Half Marathon

• October 12 – Yakult Run

• October 26 – Garmin Run

• November 9 – Sante Trilogy Run Asia Finals

• November 16 – Minion Run

• November 30 – McDonald's Run

• December 7 – Gatorade Run

SM By the Bay:

• May 11 – Movie Marathon Fun Run

• October 18 – ASICS Meta Time Trial

SM City Tuguegarao:

• May 18 – CUDMC Fun Run

SM Seaside City Cebu:

• May 25 – IPI Run

• June 22 – Pride Run - Cebu Leg

SM City Iloilo:

• April 2 – Let’s Run at SM

SM City CDO Uptown:

• May 1 – USTP Fun Run

• May 4 – HOKA Trilogy Run Asia 2025

• August 23 – Glowfest Color Run

SM City Butuan:

• April 27 – Labak Anniversary Run 2025

• May 18 – Balangay Festival Run Half Marathon

• July 13 – Milo Marathon 2025 Butuan Leg

• August 3 – Adlaw Hong Butuan - Butuan Marathon 2025

SM Lanang Premier:

• June 8 – Pride Run - Davao Leg

• June 15 – 27+6 Health Marathon

Smash, rally, and score at SM’s pickleball courts!

Pickleball is the fastest-growing sport in the country, and SM is leading the way with 14 dedicated courts across the Philippines. Whether you're a beginner or a pro, grab a paddle and hit the court at these select SM malls:

• SM Seaside City Cebu

• SM Center Ormoc

• SM City Consolacion

• SM City Puerto Princesa

• SM City North EDSA

• SM City Baguio

• SM City Rosales

• SM City Cabanatuan

• SM City Pulilan

• SM City Telebastagan

• SM City Valenzuela

• SM City Grand Central

• SM City Roxas

• SM City Rosario

Serve, rally, win! Pickleball fever is on at SM’s 14 dedicated courts nationwide.

SM Active Hub is proud to partner with the Philippine Pickleball Federation, the country’s leading organization for the sport, uniting 211 member clubs and 13,156 players nationwide. Elevating the game even further, SM also teamed up with top pickleball athletes, including Leander Lazaro, one of the Philippines' finest players, and Clarice Patrimonio, a decorated pickleball champion.

Meet the champions: Leander Lazaro and Clarice Patrimonio lead the pickleball wave.

Level up your game at the SM Active Hub today!

SM Active Hub isn’t stopping at running and pickleball! Get ready for an even broader sports experience with basketball, badminton, volleyball, football, table tennis, bowling, ice skating, biking, karate, taekwondo, and eSports all coming your way at SM Malls. And with these new sports offerings, designated spaces, official events, and thriving communities, you’ll never run out of reasons to get moving, anytime, anywhere.

Beyond the rally and the run, explore basketball, biking, eSports, and more at SM Active Hub!

Get in the game now and download the SM Malls Online App

Joining SM Active Hub is quick and easy. Just download the SM Malls Online app and follow these steps:

• Click the "ACTIVEHUB" banner on the homepage.

• Select your Active Hub community—whether it's running, pickleball, or other upcoming sports.

• Swipe to redeem your membership pass and unlock access to exclusive events, training sessions, and special deals!

Your all-access pass to play—join SM Active Hub via the SM Malls Online app.

So don't just watch the action—be part of it! Whether you're hitting the pavement, smashing on the court, or gearing up for new sports, SM Active Hub is where champions are made. 

To know more about the SM Active Hub and its activities & schedules, visit https://www.smsupermalls.com/active-hub or follow @SMActiveHub on Instagram and TikTok.