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PLDT Unveils Air-Laser Tech for Faster Data Access

2/16/2026

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  • PLDT INC. announced progress activating its air-laser technology in Rizal to enhance data transmission.
  • The technology enables faster, cheaper deployment of high-capacity links and backs up networks.
  • Eric S. Santiago, Head of Network Strategy and Architecture at PLDT, said it brings reliable digital access to remote communities.
  • Last year, PLDT and Smart Communications activated Google Taara laser communication sites in Rizal, Isabela, and Quezon City, delivering up to 20 Gbps.