Financial watchdogs fortify defenses: FSCC welcomes new SEC chair amid shifting economic tides
In a period marked by dynamic global and local economic shifts, the Financial Stability Coordination Council (FSCC) has reiterated its…
Visa unleashes AI power: Next-gen digital payments arriving in the Philippines this 2025
by Alexis Tuble, Correspondent The fintech landscape in the Philippines is set for a massive overhaul as global leader Visa,…
The AI arms race: How iProov fights deepfakes threatening PH e-wallets and digital banks amidst soaring financial crime
As the Philippines rapidly embraces digital financial services, with over 50% of retail transactions now made through digital payments, a…
Reggie Cariaso takes the helm at RCBC, to usher in a new wave of digital leadership
by Alexis Tuble, Correspondent Rizal Commercial Banking Corporation (RCBC) begins a new era in leadership and innovation as Reginaldo “Reggie”…
Q2 2025 sentiment dips for Filipino consumers and businesses, but near-term optimism holds
Filipino consumers and businesses showed mixed confidence entering the midpoint of 2025, with both groups expressing cautious sentiment amid inflationary…
Philippine thrift banks thriving, fueling economic growth with robust performance
The Philippine thrift banking sector is emerging as a powerful engine for economic development, reporting impressive growth in 2024. New…
Unlocking MSME potential: BSP, CDA to champion credit surety fund successes
Imagine a lifeline for MSMEs and small businesses, a bridge connecting aspiring entrepreneurs to the capital they desperately need. That’s…
Capital unleashed: Metrobank and First Metro forge new opportunities, build client legacy and value
For decades, Philippine entrepreneurs and family-owned businesses have embraced steady, cautious growth, often prioritizing capital reinvestment and internal leadership. But…
Microsoft and DepEd expand collaboration, leverage AI to boost Philippine literacy
Microsoft and the Department of Education (DepEd) are significantly expanding their collaboration, harnessing artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance literacy outcomes…
The big shift: How ‘Savings Consciousness Week’ is championing 1 crucial habit for every Filipino
by Alexis Tuble, Correspondent The nation is once again focusing on a crucial aspect of its economic future as Savings…