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Ralph Fajardo

Ralph, the Editor-in-Chief of FintechNewsPH.com, brings over 15 years of writing and editorial experience that make him a strong fit to lead the publication’s mission of delivering credible and compelling fintech stories.

Before joining FintechNewsPH.com, he served as editor of Hello Philippines, a UK-based news magazine for the Filipino community abroad, where he covered stories on culture, business, and the global Filipino experience. He also contributed as a writer for The International Filipino, profiling Filipinos making an impact worldwide, and later worked as copy editor for Malaya Business Insight, one of the country’s respected business newspapers, where he refined his eye for accuracy, clarity, and style.

Ralph’s editorial journey began at the University of the Philippines Diliman, where he was Editor-in-Chief of Kampus Dyornal. There, he developed a keen sense for storytelling that informs and connects — a passion that continues to define his work today.

Through the years, Ralph has written across diverse subjects, from finance and technology to culture and communication, consistently weaving insight with narrative depth. His solid newsroom background and commitment to quality journalism position him to guide FintechNewsPH.com in highlighting the stories that shape the country’s rapidly evolving fintech landscape. Discover more about Ralph's professional journey on his LinkedIn profile (https://www.linkedin.com/in/raphael-fajardo-17155491/).

GoTyme and foodpanda executives signing an agreement that gives flexible loan program for MSMEs in PH

GoTyme and foodpanda launch flexible loan program to fuel growth for MSMEs this 2024

GoTyme Bank has partnered with foodpanda to introduce a transformative loan program aimed at empowering micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) within foodpanda’s vendor network across the Philippines. GoTyme and foodpanda executives during the MOA signing that’ll offer a flexible loan program for MSMEs By addressing common financial barriers that MSMEs face, this collaboration provides […]

JuanHand executives during the signing of a MOA with the Philippines' Cybercrime Investigation and Coordinating Center

JuanHand inks MOA with PH cybercrime body to combat new fintech lending cybercrimes in 2024

JuanHand, an online lending platform, and the Philippines’ Cybercrime Investigation and Coordinating Center (CICC) have recently signed a groundbreaking memorandum of agreement (MOA) aimed at combating cybercrime and fraud within the fintech lending sector. Officials from JuanHand led by President and CEO Francisco “Coco” Mauricio (2nd from left) and FinVolution Group’s Head of International Business […]

BSP projects October 2024 inflation to range from 2% to 2.8%, as shown in this photo of a market vendor and Philippine bills

BSP sees October 2024 inflation ranging from 2% to 2.8%, cites strong economic pressures

The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) has projected the October 2024 inflation rate to fall within a range of 2.0% to 2.8%, highlighting various economic factors that influence consumer prices in the country. In its months ahead forecast, the Philippine central bank acknowledges both upward and downward pressures on inflation yet their forecast remains relatively […]

RCBC building with logo

RCBC expands dollar bond program to US$4 billion amid strong investor demand

Rizal Commercial Banking Corp. (RCBC), a prominent member of the Yuchengco Group, has expanded its medium-term note (MTN) program from US$3 billion to US$4 billion. This expansion marks a significant step for the bank as it seeks to diversify its funding sources and better position itself in the competitive global debt market. In a disclosure […]

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China Bank sweeps consumer finance awards

CBC celebrates 10 international awards for excellence in consumer finance China Bank has clinched ten prestigious international awards, highlighting its expertise and innovation in consumer finance. These awards span multiple product categories, from home loans and real estate financing to credit card offerings, underscoring the bank’s commitment to providing diverse financial solutions tailored to the […]

Wise Country Manager Areson Cuevas speaking during the company's launch in PH

Wise gains direct access to PH’s InstaPay for e-payments, enhances services for Filipinos in 2024

Wise, a global fintech company, has recently gained direct access to InstaPay, the Philippines’ real-time payment system, and established a direct settlement account with the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) through PhilPaSS Plus, the nation’s real-time gross payment system. The integration is set to transform cross-border payments for millions while allowing the global fintech company […]

Ayala secures $200 million loan from Metrobank, as shown in this photo of the signing ceremony

Ayala secures $200 million loan from Metrobank, to drive strategic growth in emerging sectors

Ayala Corporation (Ayala), one of the Philippines’ oldest and largest conglomerates, has strengthened its financial footing by securing a US$200 million long-term loan facility from the Metropolitan Bank & Trust Company (Metrobank). Image Credit: Rolly Barayang  In a press release, the company stated that the loan will support Ayala’s ongoing investments in high-growth sectors, including technology […]

BSP has projected inflation to fall between 2.0% and 2.8%, as shown in this photo of men armed with sickles and money representing foreign exchange

BSP inflation forecast for 2024 hints at stability, but fintech’s role in economic resilience grows

The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) has projected inflation for October 2024 to fall between 2.0% and 2.8%, a range that aligns with its goal of stabilizing the country’s economy amid global volatility. While food prices, petroleum costs, and peso depreciation have added upward pressure to inflation, lower prices for rice, meat, and electricity offer […]

Cybersecurity challenges are intensifying alongside the rapid growth of AI, as may be gleaned from this photo of a man with an AI-made mask on

Cybersecurity challenges: PH grapples with the dual challenges of AI innovation and data privacy

Cybersecurity challenges are intensifying alongside the rapid growth of artificial intelligence (AI), which is creating a wealth of opportunities for innovation and transforming industries worldwide. As experts say, “With great power comes great responsibility,” and this could not be more relevant when balancing AI adoption with data privacy and cybersecurity. Integrating AI with cybersecurity and […]

PowerSchool and REX Education executives during the recent 'Innovation in Education Summit'

PowerSchool showcases powerful AI tools for education at ‘Innovation in Education Summit’

PowerSchool, a global leader in cloud-based K-12 education software, recently hosted its highly anticipated ‘Innovation in Education Summit’ in partnership with REX Education at Park Inn by Radisson in Quezon City, Metro Manila. PowerSchool and REX Education executives during the recent ‘Innovation in Education Summit‘ Drawing more than 130 education leaders from across the Philippines, […]