A wave of waived transfer fees: Why are Philippine banks racing to make InstaPay payments free?

calendar_today July 16, 2026 schedule 4 min read

A wave of waived transfer fees: Why Philippine banks are racing to make InstaPay free

Philippine banks are rapidly eliminating InstaPay transfer fees as BSP regulations drive cheaper digital payments and intensify competition for customers.

calendar_today July 15, 2026 schedule 6 min read

Kissflow: Philippine banks need automation as compliance pressure grows

Philippine banks are facing growing pressure to update systems, strengthen fraud controls, and automate compliance workflows as BSP expectations around…

calendar_today July 14, 2026 schedule 3 min read

‘Payhinga muna’: Tonik says more Filipinos are pressing pause on loan repayments as financial pressures persist

Tonik's PayHinga feature lets borrowers pause loan repayments during financial setbacks, helping protect their credit and long-term financial stability.

calendar_today July 10, 2026 schedule 3 min read

GoTyme Bank reaches 10 million users as deposits hit ₱53 billion

GoTyme Bank surpassed 10 million users and ₱53 billion in deposits, reflecting Filipinos' growing trust in digital-first banking services and…

calendar_today July 10, 2026 schedule 3 min read

Salmon launches campaign to reshape how Filipinos view credit and financial hardship

Salmon's new campaign encourages Filipinos to see responsible borrowing as a tool, not a financial hardship, while promoting greater credit…

calendar_today July 9, 2026 schedule 3 min read

ING recognized for growing role in Philippine sustainable finance at Asian Banking & Finance Wholesale Banking Awards 2026

ING was named Philippines International Green Financing Bank of the Year as ESG bond issuances continue expanding across the country.

PSBank Free Transfers Start With Zero InstaPay Fees Starting July 09

calendar_today July 9, 2026 schedule 2 min read

PSBank free transfers start with zero InstaPay fees starting July 9

PSBank free transfers officially begin today, July 9, allowing customers to send money to other local banks without paying transfer…

calendar_today July 7, 2026 schedule 3 min read

Metrobank, Mastercard turn rewards points into tree-planting contributions

Metrobank and Mastercard enable cardholders to convert rewards points into tree-planting contributions, supporting BSP's sustainable finance agenda and environmental restoration.

calendar_today July 6, 2026 schedule 5 min read

Free InstaPay transfers: Why banks are cutting fees

Traditional banks are permanently waiving InstaPay fees to compete with digital rivals, retain active app users, and drive cashless adoption.

RCBC Free InstaPay Transfers Begin on July 4 2026

calendar_today July 3, 2026 schedule 3 min read

RCBC waives InstaPay transfer fees for Pulz, DiskarTech users

Rizal Commercial Banking Corporation (RCBC) will begin offering free InstaPay transfers through its RCBC Pulz and DiskarTech mobile banking platforms…

calendar_today July 1, 2026 schedule 4 min read

BPI free bank transfers expand access to digital banking for Filipinos

BPI permanently removes InstaPay and PESONet transfer fees, making digital banking more affordable while accelerating cashless adoption and financial inclusion…

calendar_today June 30, 2026 schedule 5 min read

How Filipinos can check their credit score online

This explainer breaks down how Filipinos can check their credit score and credit report online, including available channels, verification steps,…

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