The Philippines’ external position continues to reflect growing investor confidence and stronger financial linkages with the rest of the world, as the country posted higher levels of both foreign direct investments (FDI) and overall foreign financial assets in mid-2025 — a sign that the economy remains resilient amid shifting global conditions. Latest data from the Bangko […]
Digital asset exchange Coins.ph has rolled out a new trading promotion aimed at professional and institutional investors, cutting its USDT/PHP spread to a record low of 0.03% through its over-the-counter platform, Coins.ph TradeDesk. The promotion, which runs from October 15 to December 15, 2025, marks the narrowest bid-ask spread ever offered on the platform. The reduced rate is expected to lower […]
Known for its tranquil beaches and laid-back charm, San Juan, Batangas is fast evolving from a favorite weekend escape into one of the country’s most exciting investment frontiers. With record tourist arrivals, thriving local enterprise, and an expanding community at Seafront Residences, the town is now set to redefine coastal living — powered by innovation, connectivity, […]
Artificial intelligence may be driving the future of work — but it’s also arming cybercriminals with smarter, stealthier tools. As the Philippines marks Cybersecurity Awareness Month this October, technology experts are warning that cyberattacks are becoming harder to detect and more damaging to businesses and individuals alike. In 2024 alone, the Cybercrime Investigation and Coordinating Center (CICC) logged over 10,000 […]
The future of business, technology, and finance is set to converge under one roof as the Philippine Business Conference & Expo (PBC&E) returns on October 20 to 21, 2025, at the SMX Convention Center Manila — this time with its first-ever Tech Expo, a free event designed to showcase the next wave of innovation shaping how Filipinos live, work, and pay. […]
Filipinos are known for being “budgetarians” — practical travelers who plan trips months in advance, hunt for seat sales, and map out every pasalubong stop to make the most of every peso. But while most have mastered the art of saving on airfare and hotel deals, one sneaky travel expense still slips through the cracks: ATM and currency conversion […]
The Philippines’ growing role in the convergence of insurance and financial technology has drawn renewed attention from global insurer AXA Group, which reaffirmed its long-term commitment to the country as a strategic growth and innovation market. “The Philippines plays an important role in our vision for inclusive and future-ready protection solutions,” said Thomas Buberl, AXA Group Chief […]
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) delivered a one-two punch of reassurance for the economy this week, reporting a stronger external position even as it loosened monetary policy to support domestic growth. The country’s gross international reserves (GIR) climbed to US$108.8 billion as of end-September 2025, up from US$107.1 billion in August, according to preliminary data released by the […]
Design and technology are converging in a new way, as Canva, the world’s leading visual communication platform with over 240 million monthly users, embarks on an unprecedented global learning movement — the Canva World Tour. Spanning five continents, 31 countries, and 40 cities, this month-long initiative aims to train one million people in the next wave of design and digital collaboration skills, offering 250+ […]
In a dramatic shift in the Philippines’ media and advertising landscape, YouTube has solidified its position as the undisputed “new TV,” driving unprecedented reach into the country’s most remote areas and delivering a return on investment that significantly outperforms both traditional television and competing digital platforms. For businesses, particularly in the competitive fintech space, the […]
