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Telco stakeholders warn of national security risks in proposed bill

The Philippine Association of Private Telecommunications Companies (PAPTELCO) has echoed the Philippine Chamber of Telecommunications Operators (PCTO) in raising red flags over the national security and regulatory risks posed by Senate Bill No. 2699, also known as the Konektadong Pinoy bill.

Scam Watch to Meta: Keep FB from being ‘scammers’ playground’

Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, has announced a renewed push to curb spammy content across its platforms—but Scam Watch Pilipinas isn’t...

GSIS surpasses insurance targets third time still

The Government Service Insurance System (GSIS) again exceeded its non-life insurance premium target, collecting ₱10.5 billion in 2024 against the goal of only ₱8.9 billion.

Cleanfuel taps PLDT for nationwide connectivity to drive digital growth

Filipino fuel retailer Cleanfuel has partnered with PLDT Enterprise to strengthen its digital infrastructure across nearly 200 stations nationwide, underscoring a major commercial collaboration aimed at operational efficiency and enhanced customer experience.

Gov’t 1Q foreign borrowings surge 119%, signaling expansionary economic policy

The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) approved USD6.29 billion in proposed public sector foreign borrowings in the first quarter of 2025, marking a sharp 118.91 percent increase from USD2.87 billion during the same period last year.

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PNB declares ₱1.10 special dividend on top of 20% regular dividend payout

The Philippine National Bank (PNB) announced Friday that its board of directors has approved the declaration of a special cash dividend of ₱1.10 per common share, representing approximately 7% percent of its 2025 net income.

Banks to build releasable capital buffer for crisis lending 

The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) has approved a new rule (Circular No. 1235) establishing the Positive Neutral Countercyclical Capital Buffer (PN-CCyB), a mechanism designed to support steady lending even during economic stress.

LRTA launches free parking at LRT-2 Legarda Station to cut costs, ease traffic

The Light Rail Transit Authority (LRTA) has introduced free parking services at LRT-2 Legarda Station starting May 25, Monday. This move comes as oil prices continue to rise, aiming to persuade private vehicle owners to shift to public transport, bringing clear economic benefits to commuters and the wider community.

President Marcos expands pork imports amid supply shortages  

Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has signed Executive Order No. 116, increasing the minimum access volume (MAV) for pork imports by 150,000 metric tons to help ease supply shortages and stabilize prices amid the lingering impact of African Swine Fever.
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