Monthly Archives: December 2024

News, Payment

Visa sees e-payments revolution in PH in 2025 as cross-border shopping and e-wallets dominate

calendar_today December 10, 2024 schedule 4 min read

According to the latest report from Visa, a trusted leader in digital payments, the Philippine payments landscape is poised for a transformative shift by 2025,. Read More...

News

PAPO stresses health technology assessment as crucial to advancing Universal Health Care in PH

calendar_today December 10, 2024 schedule 4 min read

The Philippine Alliance of Patient Organizations (PAPO) recently underscored the pivotal role of Health Technology Assessment (HTA) in advancing Universal Health Care, emphasizing its impact. Read More...

Banking and Finance, News

BSP completes testing for ‘Project Agila,’ paves way for wholesale CBDCs this 2024 and beyond

calendar_today December 9, 2024 schedule 4 min read

The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) has successfully concluded testing for "Project Agila," a groundbreaking initiative that leverages cutting-edge technology to enable seamless fund transfers. Read More...

New Tech, News

Make your holidays merry with Logitech’s Lazada 12.12 All-Out Pamasko Sale!

calendar_today December 9, 2024 schedule 3 min read

Load up your virtual shopping carts with Logitech’s Lazada 12.12 All-Out Pasko Sale! From high-performance keyboards, mice and headsets that enhance your gaming experience, to. Read More...

New Tech, News

New Grab-AWS collaboration to strengthen PH fintech sector’s potential this year and in 2025

calendar_today December 8, 2024 schedule 6 min read

by Jan Michael Carpo, Reporter Grab, Southeast Asia’s dominant superapp, has fortified its alliance with Amazon Web Services (AWS), marking a pivotal moment for the. Read More...

Banking and Finance, News

Security Bank expands reach with P11-B deal to acquire 25% stake in Home Credit Philippines

calendar_today December 6, 2024 schedule 4 min read

Security Bank Corp. is set to strengthen its foothold in the consumer finance sector through a strategic acquisition, purchasing a 25% ownership interest in Home. Read More...

New Tech, News

Generative AI adoption soars as PH businesses unlock growth — IDC x Microsoft 2024 Report

calendar_today December 6, 2024 schedule 5 min read

Generative AI is revolutionizing industries across the globe, and businesses in the Philippines are no exception. According to the newly released IDC x Microsoft 2024. Read More...

News, Payment

BSP’s new InstaPay, PESONet failed refund standards: A boost for banking efficiency

calendar_today December 5, 2024 schedule 3 min read

Starting January 2025, the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) has required banking institutions in the Philippines to process refunds for failed fund transfers faster than. Read More...

Banking and Finance, News

RCBC partners with Tesla to drive sustainable mobility in the Philippines this 2024 and beyond

calendar_today December 5, 2024 schedule 4 min read

Rizal Commercial Banking Corp. (RCBC), managed by the Yuchengco Group, has recently been selected as one of Tesla’s financing partners in the Philippines in a. Read More...

News, Payment

Shopee reimagines shopping for Gen Z with new features, BINI partnership, and inspiring culture

calendar_today December 4, 2024 schedule 5 min read

by Jan Michael Carpo, Reporter Shopee is raising the bar for online shopping in the Philippines with a series of innovations tailored for Gen Z. Read More...