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Tech transforming Philippine travel and aviation
Manila Bulletin
|January 1, 2026
For decades, air travel through Philippine gateways was defined by long queues, manual checks, and friction-filled journeys—an experience that hindered both travelers and the country’s tourism competitiveness.
Today, technology is decisively changing that narrative. iWave Inc., a 35-year-old subsidiary of Philippine Stock Exchange (PSE)-listed DFNN Inc., is positioning itself at the forefront of this transformation. From check-in counters to boarding gates, biometric verification and contactless processing are reshaping the global airport experience.
Building on this momentum, iWave has expanded beyond its traditional tech domains into aviation, travel, and border control—sectors where digital reliability and mission-critical operations translate directly into economic value. As part of its long-term diversification strategy, iWave has entered this space, where systems must operate with near-zero tolerance for failure.
This story is from the January 1, 2026 edition of Manila Bulletin.
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