Rappler's latest stories on Eliseo Rio
Esperon denies he had Rio removed from DICT
It was the President's prerogative to accept ICT undersecretary Eliseo Rio Jr's dormant resignation, says National Security Adviser Hermogenes Esperon Jr
StaySafe developer says Rio accusations 'unfair'
But Multisys CEO David Almirol Jr admits technical and privacy assessments were not yet completed when the government adopted and promoted StaySafe
Rio suspects Esperon behind his removal from DICT
The removal of the former DICT official opens a Pandora's Box of issues in the department and in the government's coronavirus response
Rappler Talk: Eliseo Rio Jr on the govt's use of technology to fight COVID-19
Watch the interview on Tuesday, June 9, at 8:30 pm
‘Borderline spyware’: IT experts raise alarm over Duterte admin contact-tracing app
IT experts, including former DICT official Eliseo Rio Jr, worry about the data privacy features of an app being used by the NBI and endorsed by security officials for contact tracing
RJ Jacinto replaces Rio in DICT
The Duterte adviser is pushing for a common cell tower policy which Eliseo Rio Jr criticized as being 'anti-competitive' and in violation of telco franchises
After 4 months, Duterte accepts Rio resignation
The DICT undersecretary offered to quit in January amid frustration with the department's confidential and intelligence funds
[EDITORIAL] Lumolobo ang intel funds ng DICT. Kabahan na tayo.
The Honasan-Rio scuffle exposes the trend in bloated intelligence funds that support anti-people activities, including spying on private citizens
DICT's Rio, Honasan 'settle differences' over P300-M intel funds
'My resignation has not yet been approved by the President. I could not leave my post until my resignation is accepted by him,' Rio tells Rappler in a text message
DICT's defense over intel funds 'deceiving and unbelievable' – Rio
Former DICT undersecretary Eliseo Rio Jr dares the agency to reveal the results of the P300-million confidential operation that supposedly dealt with cybersecurity threats
DICT Undersecretary Eliseo Rio Jr resigns
Rio has yet to address reports that he allegedly left after finding corruption within the agency
Dito, DICT dismiss Chinese spying concerns about deal with AFP
Under the agreement, the China-backed telco will pay for its use of the military's facilities – but in kind
LOOK: Google event takes on political hue as leaders do the Duterte fist
The administration's symbol shows up at a photo opportunity during Google's event
[EDITORIAL]: #AnimatED: China's telco play in the Philippines
The coming entry of China Telecom into our communication infrastructure serves the interest of a covetous neighbor that has wronged us so many times
DICT Secretary Rio: Don't replace me just yet
'I see no urgency in Senator [Gringo] Honasan taking over, at least until I fully finish this job on the third telco,' says acting DICT Secretary Eliseo Rio Jr
NOW Corp blames DICT's Rio for drop in shares, eyes charges
But Information and Communications Technology Secretary Eliseo Rio Jr fires back, saying that NOW Corporation's wound could have been self-inflicted
DICT accuses NOW Telecom of delaying 3rd telco entry
DICT Acting Secretary Eliseo Rio Jr insinuates that NOW Telecom probably cannot really afford to bid against financially capable companies
DICT on track to name 3rd telco player before Christmas
The Department of Information and Communications Technology sets November 7 as the deadline for the selection of a new major telecommunications player
DICT Secretary Rio prevails, 3rd telco player auction 'off the table'
Selecting the country's third telco player will be based on the quality of coverage, internet speed and investment, otherwise known as the highest committed level of service (HCLoS) model
Cases over regulatory fees hound some 3rd telco aspirants
(UPDATED) But PT&T and Now Telecom say they are contesting the supposed outstanding fees, so these have 'no bearing' on their bids for the 3rd telco slot
Philippines to 'add sweeteners' in guidelines for 3rd telco auction
The government is no longer requiring interested bidders to have a minimum net worth of P10 billion. Instead, it plans to award the 3rd telco slot to the participant with the 'highest committed level of service.'
PH gov't releases draft guidelines for 3rd telco auction
The Department of Information and Communications Technology and the National Telecommunications Commission come up with draft guidelines on the selection of a new major telco player
DICT moves deadline for auction of 3rd telco slot
'If we force the end-of-March deadline, there might not be any bidders,' says the acting chief of the Department of Information and Communications Technology
[OPINION] Are PCC, NTC fit to handle 3rd telco player?
The PCC will have to address the competition issues confronting the 3rd telco player, while the NTC will have to ensure that the new entrant will meet the required regulatory and corporate issues before it could penetrate the market and go full blast in its operations
Duterte rejects DICT request to extend deadline for 3rd telco
President Rodrigo Duterte is adamant that the 3rd telco be ready by March despite requests of potential players to the DICT for more time to prepare requirements and secure partners
DICT acting chief says PH internet like Manila traffic: 'Slow, congested, expensive'
The Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) presents band-aid solutions to address the country's need for more cellular towers
