
Hidden cost of ‘free’
The Philippines’ external debt remains sustainable despite rising to $147.35 billion in the first quarter of 2026, with the BSP citing long-term maturities,…
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The Philippines’ external debt remains sustainable despite rising to $147.35 billion in the first quarter of 2026, with the BSP citing long-term maturities,…
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Coda, the Singapore-based fintech company best known for powering Codashop and digital payments for some of the world’s biggest game publishers, has secured a…
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Finance Secretary Frederick Go announced that MySSS Card holders can avail of a two-week PISO Fare promotion as the government launched a cashless payment…
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‘We’re making everyday travel more seamless and secure, helping commuters save time and move through their journeys with greater confidence.’
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The Philippines’ gross international reserves (GIR) climbed to a three-month high in June, providing the country with a stronger buffer against external shocks…
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Digital lending platform Skyro has partnered with payment solutions provider ECPay to expand loan repayment channels nationwide, giving customers access to…
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Union Bank of the Philippines (UnionBank) emerged as the top issuer in Visa credit card payment volume in the Philippines in 2025, reflecting the growing use…
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The local government of Manila warned business owners Sunday, particularly those in the Binondo commercial district, to be vigilant against a man posing as a…
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The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) announced that it is allowing supervised financial institutions to offer temporary relief options for borrowers impacted…
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Maya has expanded its digital payment ecosystem by enabling users to reload PLDT Home Fiber Prepaid subscriptions through the Maya app and Maya Business…
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Bayad has expanded its Acceptance of Disconnected Meralco Accounts service nationwide, allowing customers to settle overdue electricity bills through more…
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The Philippines has urged its trade counterparts in the ASEAN region to conclude and sign the Digital Economy Framework Agreement and establish a framework for…
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Philippine-based fintech firm Modulus Labs has strengthened its global payment infrastructure by centralizing monitoring and security systems, improving uptime…
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Maya and Lydian are collaborating to enable the use of digital assets in everyday commerce in the Philippines.
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The Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA) and GCash have partnered to enable OFWs to pay their membership fees via the GCash app.
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Digital payment platforms are increasingly positioning convenience as part of a broader push toward efficiency and reduced resource use.
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Manila Electric Co. (Meralco) is set to raise P2.7 billion by selling its stake in the payment platform Bayad following a strategic pullback from direct…
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China Banking Corp. (Chinabank) has outlined a step-by-step process for clients who want to use their CBC cards with Google Pay by linking them to Google…
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