As PH celebrates 30th internet anniversary, disinformation, ...

'We celebrate the incredible journey of the internet in the Philippines and we dedicate ourselves to building a brighter, more connected future for all,' says Rodolfo Villarica, known as one of the fathers of PH internet The Foundation for Media Alternatives (FMA) hosted the Digital Rights Conference, Wednesday, March 20, at the Ateneo de Manila University (ADMU), celebrating thirty years since the Philippines first connected to the internet on March 29, 1994. With the theme, "Honoring the Past, Safeguarding the Future," the event gathered experts from various tech and advocacy spheres to reflect on the pioneering days of the internet and discuss pressing issues facing digital rights today. "The miracle of the internet has changed the world and enriched our lives," opened Raphael Guerrero, Dean of the Ateneo's School of Science and Engineering. Rodolfo Villarica, known as one of the ...