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BDO Pay offers simpler, cash-free shopping for the holiday season

As holiday shopping peaks, BDO is promoting BDO Pay as a convenient way for shoppers to manage payments during the busy Christmas season.

Germany orders 20 more Airbus H145M military helicopters

Germany has ordered 20 additional H145M light combat helicopters from Airbus, raising its total order to 82 aircraft. The decision follows a contract signed in December 2023 that included an option for more helicopters.

Tech firm warns no-code AI tools can be exploited for fraud

Cybersecurity firm Tenable has released new research showing that no-code AI tools can be manipulated to commit financial fraud and leak sensitive data, raising serious concerns for businesses rapidly adopting these technologies. The research focuses on Microsoft Copilot Studio and highlights how the growing democratisation of AI, while designed to improve efficiency, can introduce major security risks if not properly governed.

ACR gets higher credit rating from PhilRatings

Alsons Consolidated Resources Inc. (ACR) has received a higher credit rating from Philippine Rating Services Corp. (PhilRatings), which upgraded the company’s issuer credit rating to PRS Aa with a stable outlook.

Trump teases weed reclassification, stocks quickly sober up

President Donald Trump on Monday floated — but stopped short of promising — a rethink of marijuana’s federal status, sending cannabis stocks from high hopes to a harsh comedown.

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VinFast deploys EV fleet for ASEAN energy meeting 

VinFast is deploying 11 electric vehicles as the official fleet for ASEAN Dialogue Partners at the 44th ASEAN Ministers on Energy Meeting (AMEM44) in Manila, putting electric mobility on display as the region weighs cleaner and more secure energy systems.

Port holiday raises supply disruption, price concerns

Consumer groups warned Tuesday that the week-long “port holiday” could deepen supply disruptions and add pressure on prices of basic goods, as truckers protest congestion, high fees and mounting losses.

ERC clears BKS Green Energy’s transmission line for Isabela solar facility

Yuchengco-led BKS Green Energy Corp. has obtained official approval from the Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) to build and operate a dedicated point-to-point transmission system supporting its 33.831-megawatt Limbauan Solar Project Phase 2 in San Pablo, Isabela.

Strong El Niño effects seen worsening in 2027; gov’t steps up preparations

The Philippines is already experiencing a strong El Niño, but its impact could worsen in early 2027 as rainfall declines across more provinces, prompting the government to accelerate preparations for possible drought, water shortages and agricultural losses.
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