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ADVANCE.AI executive says BSP OTP phaseout marks turning point for PH digital banking

The BSP’s OTP phaseout signals a major security shift, as ADVANCE.AI warns legacy authentication can no longer keep pace with increasingly organized fraud.

person Arianna Aguiluz May 6, 2026 schedule 4 min read

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Cashalo surpasses 10 million users as digital lending demand accelerates in PH

Cashalo surpasses 10 million users, disburses ₱30 billion in loans, highlighting strong and sustained demand for digital credit in Philippines.

person Ralph Fajardo May 6, 2026 schedule 3 min read

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Cybersecurity

Cybersecurity talent shortage leaves PH financial sector exposed despite rising defense spending

Philippine banks are strengthening cyber defenses, but a critical shortage of local cybersecurity talent threatens to undermine compliance efforts and resilience.

person Neo Magtira May 6, 2026 schedule 6 min read

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Cybersecurity

What every Filipino should know about protecting their GCash account in 2026

As GCash usage grows in the Philippines, scams are becoming more sophisticated in 2026, exploiting users through manipulation rather than system breaches.

person Leira Mananzan May 5, 2026 schedule 3 min read

Metrobank posted ₱12.6 billion in first-quarter profit, driven by stronger margins, asset growth, and resilient core banking operations amid evolving market conditions

Banking and Finance

Metrobank posts ₱12.6 billion profit in Q1 as lending, margins drive growth

Metrobank posted ₱12.6 billion in first-quarter profit, driven by stronger margins, asset growth, and resilient core banking operations amid evolving market conditions.

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Payment

How digital payments are helping PH food concepts redefine the dining experience

May 5, 2026

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QRPH at scale: Is the Philippines ready for a cashless leap?

May 5, 2026

Visa and BPI partner to launch Visa Direct, enabling outbound international transfers for Filipino businesses

Banking and Finance

Visa, BPI launch real-time cross-border payments via Visa Direct

May 4, 2026

SUVs, house-and-lot properties remain top loan choices for Filipino borrowers — Metrobank

Banking and Finance

Metrobank reports SUVs, house-and-lot properties as top loan choices for Filipino borrowers

May 4, 2026

News

MoneyHero posts first quarterly profit as AI, cost cuts drive turnaround

May 4, 2026

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Don’t get an SSS salary loan before you read this updated 2026 guide and application steps

By Edielyn Mangol, Reporter When financial emergencies happen, many Filipinos turn to government loan programs for relief. The Social Security System (SSS) salary loan remains one of the most trusted options for workers, thanks to its low interest rate and…

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