Visa, Mastercard launch Apple Pay in Philippines today
Visa and Mastercard have officially rolled out Apple Pay in the Philippines, giving eligible cardholders a new way to make contactless payments as digital wallets gain further traction in the country's shift toward a cash-lite economy.
President Marcos pushes ProGRESS bill to fund key programs
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. is seeking the passage of the proposed ProGRESS bill within the year, with the measure expected to generate billions of pesos for priority government programs while avoiding broad-based tax increases on most Filipinos.
BOC posts record July collections amid stronger enforcement
The Bureau of Customs (BOC) collected a record P95.848 billion in July, its highest monthly revenue haul on record, as stronger customs enforcement and improved trade facilitation continued to bolster government revenues.
TikTok, TESDA boost creator skills for Filipino livelihoods
TikTok has partnered with the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA)-National Capital Region to train aspiring content creators, entrepreneurs and job seekers, reflecting the growing role of the creator economy as a source of income and employment in the Philippines.
DTI warns against buying uncertified FLAVA vape products
The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) has warned consumers against purchasing FLAVA, also marketed as XFLAVA, vape products, saying the items were smuggled into the country and are not authorized for sale or distribution in the Philippines.
