{"id":74762,"date":"2026-07-30T06:34:33","date_gmt":"2026-07-29T22:34:33","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.upgrademag.com\/web\/?p=74762"},"modified":"2026-07-29T18:36:18","modified_gmt":"2026-07-29T10:36:18","slug":"converge-to-champion-aseans-next-digital-frontier","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/www.upgrademag.com\/web\/2026\/07\/30\/converge-to-champion-aseans-next-digital-frontier\/","title":{"rendered":"Converge to champion ASEAN\u2019s next digital frontier"},"content":{"rendered":"

As Southeast Asia accelerates toward an AI-driven and digitally connected economy, fiber broadband and technology solutions provider Converge ICT Solutions Inc. will showcase its next-generation digital infrastructure – from future ready fiber networks and robust international cable systems to AI-ready data centers – that will enable businesses and government entities to thrive in the next wave of digital transformation at the ASEAN Tech Summit Manila 2026.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Representing Converge at the premier regional summit are two executives helping drive the company\u2019s evolution from telecommunications provider to full-fledged technology company.<\/p>\n

Grace Jarin-Castillo, Head of Global Business Group \u2013 Sales and Marketing, will deliver a featured presentation titled \u201cBeyond the Fiber: Architecting the Digital Backbone for ASEAN\u2019s Next Tech Wave.\u201d<\/em> Her session explores how connectivity is evolving beyond broadband into intelligent digital infrastructure that supports AI, cloud computing, fintech, cybersecurity, and data-intensive applications across borders.<\/p>\n

\u201cOur digital economy is entering a new era where connectivity alone is no longer enough. Businesses now require an integrated technology ecosystem that combines resilient networks, cloud, cybersecurity, data centers, and managed services. As Converge evolves into a techco, we\u2019re building the digital backbone that will enable ASEAN\u2019s next generation of innovation,\u201d Castillo said.<\/p>\n

Meanwhile, Dindo Marzan, Head of the SME Group, will discuss how micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) can become stronger participants in the digital economy through the panel, \u201cThe Digital Supply Chain: Powering SMEs and the Economy Behind the Digital Economy.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n

Marzan will outline how affordable, enterprise-grade connectivity and digital business solutions are lowering barriers to technology adoption, allowing Filipino entrepreneurs to compete more effectively in increasingly digital supply chains.<\/p>\n

\u201cMSMEs account for the overwhelming majority of businesses in the Philippines, yet many are still taking their first steps toward digitalization. Our role goes beyond providing internet access\u2014we\u2019re helping businesses embrace digital tools that improve productivity, strengthen competitiveness, and unlock new growth opportunities,\u201d Marzan said.<\/p>\n

Together, the two Converge leaders will reinforce the company\u2019s vision of becoming the technology partner of choice for organizations of every size\u2014from neighborhood enterprises to multinational corporations\u2014by delivering solutions built on one of the country\u2019s most extensive digital infrastructures.<\/p>\n

At present, the integrated Converge ecosystem spans one of the Philippines\u2019 largest domestic fiber networks, strategically located international subsea cable systems connecting the country to major global digital hubs, and a growing portfolio of data center and enterprise technology solutions. This infrastructure positions the company to support the increasing demand for cloud services, AI workloads, digital finance, and mission-critical enterprise applications.<\/p>\n

Co-presented by Converge and organized by FinTech Alliance.PH together with Southeast Asian fintech and innovation organizations in partnership with the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Business Advisory Council Philippines, ASEAN Tech Summit 2026 gathers policymakers, regulators, technology leaders, investors, and enterprises to define the future of the region\u2019s digital economy from July 28 – 29, 2026 at the Marriott Grand Ballroom.<\/p>\n

Held during the Philippines\u2019 ASEAN Chairmanship in 2026, the summit comes at a critical juncture as the country advances regional priorities on digital inclusion, cross-border innovation, cybersecurity, AI, fintech, and economic integration<\/p>\n

Beyond the conference stage, Converge will also showcase its expanding enterprise portfolio through an interactive exhibit at the ASEAN Tech Summit. Located outside the main plenary hall, the booth will feature the company\u2019s latest connectivity, cloud, cybersecurity, managed services, and digital transformation solutions designed for both MSMEs and large enterprises.<\/p>\n

\u201cAs ASEAN\u2019s digital economy enters its next phase of growth, resilient digital infrastructure will be the foundation upon which innovation is built,\u201d Jarin-Castillo added. \u201cConverge is committed not only to connecting businesses, but to empowering them with the technologies they need to compete in a rapidly evolving digital world.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

At present, the integrated Converge ecosystem spans one of the Philippines\u2019 largest domestic fiber networks, strategically located international subsea cable systems connecting the country to major global digital hubs, and a growing portfolio of data center and enterprise technology solutions.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":6,"featured_media":74763,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[19],"tags":[7703,4837,96],"class_list":["post-74762","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-headlines","tag-converge","tag-converge-ict-solutions","tag-technology"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"http:\/\/www.upgrademag.com\/web\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/74762","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"http:\/\/www.upgrademag.com\/web\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"http:\/\/www.upgrademag.com\/web\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/www.upgrademag.com\/web\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/6"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/www.upgrademag.com\/web\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=74762"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"http:\/\/www.upgrademag.com\/web\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/74762\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":74764,"href":"http:\/\/www.upgrademag.com\/web\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/74762\/revisions\/74764"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/www.upgrademag.com\/web\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/74763"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"http:\/\/www.upgrademag.com\/web\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=74762"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/www.upgrademag.com\/web\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=74762"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/www.upgrademag.com\/web\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=74762"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}