Blockchain may power the future of finance, but education will determine who gets to shape it. This was the core message of Bitget Chief Operating Officer Vugar Usi Zade’s talk, “The Next Billion Minds: Why Blockchain Education Matters More Than Blockchain Itself,” delivered at TEDx Forbes Park on September 8 at Bonifacio High Street Cinemas in Bonifacio […]
The Philippine economy continued to benefit from steady inflows of cash sent home by overseas Filipinos (OFs), with remittances reaching US$3.18 billion in July 2025, according to data from the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP). This figure marked a 3 percent increase from the US$3.08 billion recorded in the same month last year. The rise […]
The fintech world is paying close attention to CES 2026, as AMD Chair and CEO Dr. Lisa Su is set to deliver a keynote that promises to highlight how AI-driven high-performance computing is transforming industries — from cloud to enterprise, edge, and gaming devices to the future of financial technology. The Consumer Technology Association (CTA) confirmed Dr. Su’s keynote for Monday, January 5, […]
The Financial Stability Coordination Council (FSCC) is stepping up its oversight of non-bank financial institutions (NBFIs), unveiling plans for an enhanced monitoring framework aimed at safeguarding Philippine financial stability and protecting the broader economy from emerging risks. The move comes as NBFIs — which include investment houses, pawnshops, insurance firms, money service businesses, financing companies, and pre-need companies […]
According to new research from Canva, AI-assisted coding tools are becoming standard practice in software development, but technology leaders are stressing that human oversight remains critical to ensuring quality, security, and accountability. The research, which surveyed 300 technology decision-makers across North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific, also showed that while adoption is widespread, there is still […]
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) signaled continued confidence in its monetary policy stance as inflation eased further in August, foreign direct investment (FDI) posted moderate inflows, and updated lending rates took effect under its Discount Window Facility (DWF). Inflation seen below target in 2025, but risks remain In a statement this week, the BSP […]
A wave of homegrown innovation is taking center stage in this year’s James Dyson Award as Filipino student inventors unveil powerful, tech-enabled solutions to some of the country’s most pressing challenges — from reviving the salt industry, creating sustainable construction materials using bamboo, to cooling homes without electricity. Photo shows John Carlo Luna Reyes (left, national round […]
In a game-changing development for the Philippine crypto landscape, Bitget, a global leader in cryptocurrency exchange and Web3 innovation, has recently announced the transfer of 440 million BGB tokens — its native utility token — to the Morph Foundation. The move marks a significant leap forward in transforming BGB into a core asset for next-generation […]
The Philippine economy displayed a blend of resilience and cautionary signs in recent months, as key financial indicators revealed growth in domestic liquidity, stronger foreign reserves, and a modest rise in inflation. Taken together, these data points suggest a stable yet closely monitored environment, with the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) reaffirming its commitment to […]
In a significant move underscoring the Philippines’ growing importance in the global tech landscape, Google today announced the appointment of tech industry veteran Prep Palacios as its new Country Manager. The appointment comes at a critical juncture as businesses across the archipelago, from fintech startups to established banks, are racing to integrate artificial intelligence and […]
