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Naga Climbs 73 Spots in Global Startup Ecosystem Index 2024

Naga City is ranked among the top 1000 cities in the Global Startup Ecosystem Index by StartupBlink for 2024, climbing 73 spots globally from rank 904th to 831st worldwide. The city’s performance demonstrated a positive momentum for three years in a row. Naga is one of only five cities in the Philippines that made it to the global ranking. The other cities are Manila, Cebu City, Cagayan De Oro, and Davao.

Naga Steps Towards an IOT-Ready Philippines at IOTCON2024

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…

Empowered Bicolanas in ICT Unite at DIWA

In a collaborative effort to empower women and girls in the field of Information and Communication Technology (ICT), the Digital Innovation for Women Advancement (DIWA) gathered at Ateneo de Naga University on May 29, 2024. It aimed to unite women…

Naga hosts 3-day ICT regional summit

BRINGING ICT OPPORTUNITIES TO NAGA – Naga City was selected to host multiple ICT gatherings and conferences as part of the City Government’s push for a more tech-focused Naga. (Ramil Herrera Jr./CEPPIO) THE LAST 3 days of May were exciting…

NAGA CITY: ON THE RISE IN ICT

Commencing the series of ICT events this week, the Regional ICT Summit and Exhibitions (RISE) 5 launched successfully at the Alingal Multipurpose Hall, Ateneo de Naga University, organized by the DICT in collaboration with the City Government of Naga, ADNU…

Aspiring Startups Hurdle Pitching Challenge at Final Picking Phase

𝗜𝗗𝗘𝗔𝟮𝗦𝗧𝗔𝗥𝗧𝗨𝗣 𝗣𝗜𝗧𝗖𝗛𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗖𝗛𝗔𝗟𝗟𝗘𝗡𝗚𝗘 As the final phase of the Idea2Startup selection process, the 17 shortlisted startup applicants engaged in the Pitching Challenge organized by the Investment and Tourism Promotions Office (ITPO) at the CMO Conference Room, City Hall Compound last…

Startups mark milestones in Year-end Assembly

𝗡𝗮𝗴𝗮 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗽𝘀 𝗬𝗲𝗮𝗿-𝗲𝗻𝗱 𝗔𝘀𝘀𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗹𝘆 & 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝘃𝗶𝗲𝘄 (Photos) Reflecting on the productive journey of 2023, the local startup community in Naga City seized abundant opportunities, growth, and expansion! To celebrate the accomplishments for the year, the Naga City Startups…

Brink’s Philippines Inaugurates Naga City Hub

  The Brink’s Company, a leading global provider of cash and valuables management, digital retail solutions, and ATM managed services, is expected to provide stronger cash logistics in Bicol​ <p><strong>Naga City</strong> proudly welcomed the inauguration of Brink’s Philippines’ Naga Hub…

Naga: Most Competitive Component City for ‘23

MAYOR Legacion (8th from left), the dedicated city officials, employees, and supporters proudly accept the 2023 Overall Most Competitive Component City award for Naga City. NAGA City has once again clinched the coveted title of “Overall Most Competitive Component City”…

FutureTech KickOff and Media Presentation in Naga City

The Harong Katuod (HaKa) Naga, the local startup community group established through the efforts of LGU Naga, is spearheading a technology event entitled FutureTech on October 19 to 21, 2023 to showcase ICT products and services to the local community. The City Government of Naga is actively collaborating on this initiative, playing a vital role in fostering innovation and igniting the future of education. This event also serves as a component of the city’s Startup Development Program.

Cultivating Technopreneurship in the Academe

In a dedicated effort to bolster technopreneurship within the academe, the Naga City Government's Investment & Tourism Promotions Office (ITPO) collaborated with QBO Philippines - Ideaspace Foundation to conduct the 2nd consultation visit with prominent academic institutions, including Ateneo de Naga University, Bicol State College of Applied Sciences and Technology, Naga College Foundation, Inc., University of Nueva Caceres, and DepEd Naga last July 27-28, 2023.