NagaNa – CITY OF NAGA https://www2.naga.gov.ph DAGOS PO KAMO SA MAOGMANG LUGAR Fri, 14 Jun 2024 17:37:48 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.5.5 https://i0.wp.com/www2.naga.gov.ph/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/city-of-naga-seal-e1660114833742.png?fit=32%2C32&ssl=1 NagaNa – CITY OF NAGA https://www2.naga.gov.ph 32 32 208614139 Naga Steps Towards an IOT-Ready Philippines at IOTCON2024 https://www2.naga.gov.ph/naga-steps-towards-an-iot-ready-philippines-at-iotcon2024/ https://www2.naga.gov.ph/naga-steps-towards-an-iot-ready-philippines-at-iotcon2024/#respond Tue, 11 Jun 2024 17:36:32 +0000 https://www2.naga.gov.ph/?p=79914
The Internet of Things (IoT) Conference 2024 in Region 5, powered by Packetworx and Redwizard Events Technology, alongside the City Government of Naga, DICT, ADNU MAGIS TBI, HaKa Naga, and Metro Naga ICT Council, marks a significant step towards an IoT-ready Philippines. As one of just three legs of IoTCon2024, joining Manila and Bacolod, the event celebrates the potential of connected communities and the pivotal role in shaping a connected future. Mayor Nelson Legacion graced the event, underlining his vision of transforming Naga into a digital powerhouse. At IoTCon2024, attendees explored the practical applications and benefits of IoT solutions while tackling industry challenges and best practices. The highlight of the event was the packetHACKS, where five Naga finalists showcased their groundbreaking IoT projects. Team terrabit from Camarines Sur National High School won the hackathon with their Project ATHENA (Automated Tutor for Helping Educational Needs on Academics), earning a chance to compete at the Regional Culmination IoT Conference Philippines. Written by: (Krizia Coronel, ITPO) Photos: Ramil Herrera Jr. (CEPPIO), Krizia Coronel (ITPO)  
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On May 30, 2024, the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) organized the Digital Careers Expo (DCE) at Ateneo de Naga University. The event showcased local and global market opportunities in ICT-enabled industries such as IT-BPM, emerging technologies, online freelancing, and the creative sector. In his welcome message, Councilor Joe Perez championed Naga’s local talent, emphasizing the city’s potential in the evolving ICT landscape.

The event featured keynote presentations and panel discussions from ICT leaders, engaging several participants from the academic sector who represent the future of the ICT industry. The DCE aims to inspire local talent to explore ICT-related careers, offering higher income potential and driving the growth of the digital economy.

Written by: (Krizia Coronel, ITPO)
Photos: Vic Villaflor(CEPPIO), Krizia Coronel (ITPO)

]]> https://www2.naga.gov.ph/navigating-the-digital-frontier-at-the-2024-digital-careers-expo/feed/ 0 79894 STARTUP VENTURES: Five IDEA2STARTUP Teams Conferred with Digital Innovation Fund https://www2.naga.gov.ph/startup-ventures-five-idea2startup-teams-conferred-with-digital-innovation-fund/ https://www2.naga.gov.ph/startup-ventures-five-idea2startup-teams-conferred-with-digital-innovation-fund/#respond Wed, 08 May 2024 09:24:11 +0000 https://www2.naga.gov.ph/?p=78918 STARTUP VENTURES: FIVE IDEA2STARTUP TEAMS CONFERRED WITH DIGITAL INNOVATION FUND

 

We would like to congratulate the five startup teams from our Idea2Startup partner institutions– Ateneo de Naga University (ADNU), Bicol State College of Applied Sciences and Technology (BISCAST), Naga College Foundation (NCF), and University of Nueva Caceres (UNC). These startup teams have been awarded grants through the city’s Digital Innovation Fund, enabling them to build their prototypes designed to solve community problems.

As a collaborative effort between the city government and the academe, Idea2Startup supports innovation and pushes for technopreneurship, particularly by empowering students to turn their projects into startup ventures. The grantees have successfully completed Bootcamp, Ideation, Pitching Challenge and are now ready to execute their projects.

The following startup teams are:

Team RediSetCode, composed of students from the College of Computer Studies of NCF, secured 20,000 pesos for their startup project on gamified learning management system for computer-related subjects.

Team M.U.T.E, from the College of Arts and Sciences and College of Engineering of BISCAST also received 39,400 pesos for the development of a device that eliminates unwanted noise in large areas using cancellation technology.

In addition, from ADNU, Team STUBU.AI, representing the College of Computer Studies, received 57,801.02 pesos for the development of a personalized learning platform leveraging Large Language Models. Likewise, Team Drain-Aid, from the College of Science, Engineering, and Architecture was awarded 56,000 pesos for a drainage monitoring system designed to revolutionize urban water management practices.

Finally, Team Patabang from UNC’s esteemed College of Engineering and Architecture was granted 53,400 pesos for their platform that aims to connect students to student tutors.

The Investment and Tourism Promotions Office disbursed a Digital Innovation Fund totaling to 226,601.02 pesos, affirming the city’s commitment to nurturing digital innovation. Following the awarding ceremony, an orientation on the Liquidation Guidelines was conducted, providing guidance to the recipients on the proper utilization and processing of their allocated budgets.

(Krizia Francine Coronel, ITPO)

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