by Aneko Delfin

As we head towards the end of Women’s Month, we highlight the impact and significance that women hold in the field computer science. In a scientific field rife with gender inequality and discrimination, these women have established their legacies through their intellect and passion for computing. Their pioneering works have paved the way for major developments in cryptography, compiler optimization, and distributed systems. Join us in celebrating the three women who have been awarded the highest distinction in computer science—the Turing Award.

by Euri Barbon

On April 4, 2024, the Philippines launched the National Cybersecurity Plan (NCSP) 2023–2028 under the Executive Order #58 to enhance the nation’s cybersecurity landscape.

by Eriene Galinato and Gabriel Inigo De Guzman

Last August 7–9, the incoming Department of Computer Science held Bootcamp 11.0: the annual three-day introductory event for freshies, shiftees, and transferees (FSTs). Bootcamp’s 11th year took place at the UP Alumni Engineers Centennial Hall (UP AECH), and takes inspiration from Alice in Wonderland. The event opened with a short speech from this year’s Overall Head, Drei Ragasa.

by Abram Josh Marcelo

In August 2024, the DOST Philippine Council for Industry, Energy, and Emerging Technology Research and Development (PCIEERD) held a multi-disciplinary meeting tackling various projects to lay out a roadmap for natural language processing (NLP) and large language model development focused on Philippine languages.