The Philippine Society of Oncologists (PSO), in collaboration with the cancer advocacy group Hope From Within, recently hosted a health forum entitled “Synergizing Strengths and Collaborative Efforts to Drive Progress and Innovation in Cancer Care.” The event brought together leading experts from the medical field, local government units (LGUs), and healthcare providers, all with the […]
Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP)‘s Paleng-QR Ph Plus initiative has now reached Dauin, a picturesque town in Negros Oriental, after the 4th class municipality joined a growing list of Philippine cities and municipalities now adopting digital payment solutions. The program was officially launched in Dauin last September 24, 2024, with a lively event at the […]
The remittances of Overseas Filipinos (OFs) continued to rise in July 2024, reaching US$3.43 billion — a 3.2% increase from the previous month, according to data from the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP). This sustained growth highlights the significant role that OFs play in supporting the Philippine economy, reinforcing the resilience of Filipino workers abroad. […]
GoTyme Bank, one of the leading digital banks in the Philippines, has forged a strategic partnership with the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) to provide a seamless way for Filipinos to convert their loose change into savings. The bank is the first financial institution to integrate with the BSP’s innovative coin deposit machines (CoDMs), launched […]
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) has reported that the Philippines recorded a balance of payments (BOP) surplus of US$88 million in August this year, a significant turnaround from the US$57 million BOP deficit registered in the same period last year. In a media advisory, the BSP stated that the BOP surplus, driven by inflows […]
The 8th ASEAN CIO forum, a major milestone in the region’s digital transformation journey, has recently concluded with over 600 C-suite executives from Southeast Asia and the Philippines participating. The event addressed critical issues such as sustainable digital growth, cybersecurity, and technological collaboration. Jointly organized by the ASEAN CIO Association, the Philippines CIO Association (PCIOA), […]
Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) Governor Eli M. Remolona, Jr. recently underscored the vital role of central banks in managing critical climate risks during the “International Conference on Green Transition, Capital Flows, and Financial Stability in Asia-Pacific,” held in Mactan, Cebu earlier this month. Photo shows BSP Governor Eli M. Remolona, Jr. and Bank of […]
In a testament to its excellence in the field of asset management, Metrobank has been named “Best Asset Manager for the Philippines” by Citywire Asia at the prestigious Citywire Asia ASEAN Awards. Additionally, Metrobank’s Investment Management Head, Cristina Gabaldon, has also been included in Citywire Asia’s “2024 Top 25 ASEAN Selectors,” further affirming the bank’s […]
Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) is revolutionizing the way Filipinos transact by turning public markets, once cash-dependent, into thriving hubs of digital payment innovation through the Paleng-QR Ph Plus initiative. Photo shows BSP Cabanatuan Branch Area Director Olivia B. Cornejo Mallari (left) together with Market Master Vilma Baldos at the Paleng-QR PH program’s launch in San […]
Google and Commune Cafe have recently teamed up to brew something that’s absolutely delicious and uniquely Pinoy at the same time. Showcasing the transformative potential of the human-AI partnership, Commune announced that it will be serving the Filipino-flavored Special Bibingka Latte from September 12 to 26, 2024. This new product is a limited-edition coffee blend […]
