Eplayment launches PIXEL Academy to equip creators with real-world skills
Philippine fintech leader Eplayment is doubling down on its support for the creator economy with the launch of PIXEL Academy, an educational initiative under its content platform PIXEL.
Maya Bank earns Best Overall Bank in PH citation by Forbes
Maya Bank has been named the Best Overall Bank in the Philippines by Forbes magazine, and the country’s top digital bank by The Banker, a publication of the Financial Times, marking a significant milestone for the fintech-driven institution and cementing its position at the forefront of the country’s rapidly evolving banking landscape.
Remittances rise in February, boosting foreign currency inflows — BSP
Personal remittances from Overseas Filipinos (OFs) reached USD3.02 billion in February 2025, marking a 2.6 percent increase from the USD2.95 billion recorded in the same month last year, the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) reported. The continued growth in remittances remains a crucial source of foreign exchange for the economy.
President Marcos extends Meralco franchise through 2050
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has signed into law a measure extending the franchise of Manila Electric Co. (Meralco), the country’s largest power distributor by sales and footprint, for another 25 years through 2050, Malacañan announced Tuesday.
MVP, Salceda say new Meralco franchise to power growth, spur investments
Business tycoon Manuel V. Pangilinan and Bicol Rep. Joey Salceda on Monday said President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. decision to renew the franchise of Manila Electric Co. (Meralco) will drive the country’s future growth, spur investments and create more jobs.
