PH, Australia launch major joint sea drills in Exercise Alon 25
The Philippines and Australia kicked off Exercise Alon 25 today, the largest overseas military exercise for Australia in 2025, reinforcing deepening defence ties and regional security cooperation.
Maya blocks online gaming access in compliance with BSP directive
Fintech leader Maya announced it will disable access to gaming sites and apps via its Games feature starting August 16 at 8:00 PM, in compliance with a directive from the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP). The move reflects Maya’s firm commitment to corporate responsibility and regulatory alignment.
Maya, PSC partner to digitize and empower Philippine sports
Leading digital bank Maya has partnered with the Philippine Sports Commission (PSC) in a strategic initiative to modernize the country’s sports ecosystem through digital innovation and financial empowerment.
Cebu Pacific defies seasonality with July passenger uptick
Cebu Pacific (PSE: CEB) reported a modest increase in passenger traffic for July 2025, traditionally a low-demand period for the airline sector, highlighting the Gokongwei-led carrier’s resilience amid shifting travel patterns and seasonal headwinds.
Cash remittances hit $3B in June, boosting policy space
Cash remittances from overseas Filipinos rose by 3.7 percent year-on-year to US$2.99 billion in June 2025, up from US$2.88 billion in the same month last year, according to data released by the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP).
