AMD unveils Ryzen 9 9950X3D2 Dual Edition with dual 3D V-Cache, set for April 22 launch
AMD unveils Ryzen 9 9950X3D2 with dual 3D V-Cache, delivering 208MB cache—discover how this breakthrough redefines desktop performance today.
BSP forecasts March 2026 inflation at 3.1% to 3.9% amid rising fuel and food costs
The BSP projects March 2026 inflation at 3.1% to 3.9%, driven by rising fuel and rice prices despite stable growth.
Digital payments in the Philippines: Mapping the new Paleng-QR Ph landscape
Once a mission for mountain-top signal, connectivity in Dumanjug has evolved. Today, that resourceful Filipino spirit lives on through QR codes taped to local sari-sari store counters.
Digital banking: The Philippines as a strategic test market in 2026
The Philippine digital banking sector has emerged as a primary global testbed for financial innovation in 2026. Driven by a mobile-first population and a proactive regulatory environment, the country is currently demonstrating how “virtual-only” lenders can scale in an emerging economy while navigating the path to profitability. Demographic tailwinds and digital adoption The Philippines’ status […]
The fintech generation: Meet young Filipino fintech founders building tomorrow’s apps
In the heart of Southeast Asia’s digital boom, the Philippines is emerging as a powerhouse for innovative financial solutions brought about by a new breed of young Filipino talents — the fintech generation. With a tech-savvy population where over 70 million people are active internet users and digital payments surging past P10 trillion in transaction […]
From cash to QR: How sari-sari stores became fintech hubs in the Philippines
In the heart of most Philippine neighborhoods, sari-sari stores like ours have always been more than just shops — they’re gathering spots where folks grab a quick snack, top up their phone load, or chat about the day’s news (even chismis). Growing up, I watched my mom and dad handle everything with a trusty cash […]
ING Philippines celebrates 35 years of partnership in PH financial sector
ING Philippines marked its 35th year in the country with a gathering of government and business leaders at the residence of the Ambassador of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, highlighting the bank’s role in supporting the Philippines’ capital markets and sustainable finance push. The anniversary event underscored ING’s long-running ties with the local business community and its […]
CLI steps up long-term recovery efforts with faster disaster aid in Visayas
As cities across the Visayas continue to recover from a series of natural calamities, Cebu Landmasters, Inc. (CLI) is reaffirming a core guiding principle: development goes beyond construction, which means standing by communities in times of need — and ensuring aid can be delivered efficiently through both physical and digital means. Through the CLI Foundation, Cebu […]
BSP digital peso pilot: How the BSP tests a 24/7 digital peso for interbank and bond settlements
Ever sent money late at night, only to watch it hang in limbo until morning? In our always-on digital era, why does your cash still clock out at 5 PM? That everyday frustration points to a deeper limitation in traditional banking systems — one the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) is now addressing through the […]
Project Agila: Testing the wholesale CBDC for 24/7 settlements
Most of us take digital banking for granted. We tap a few buttons, see the word “successful,” and move on with our day. It feels instant, seamless, and modern — like money itself has finally caught up with the pace of our lives. But beneath that smooth screen experience is a system that still runs […]