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The Philippines posted strong gains in digital finance, with digital payments accounting for 57.4 percent of monthly retail transactions by volume and 59 percent by value in 2024, according to the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP). This marks a steady increase from only 52.8 percent and 55.3 percent, respectively, in 2023, reinforcing the country's ongoing digital transformation.

EEI Corp. announced on Monday that it has received the notice of award from the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) for the design and construction of Phase 1 of the Philippine International Exhibition Center (PIEC), a government-led infrastructure project seeking to transform the country into a premier meetings, incentives, conferences, exhibitions or MICE destination in Asia.

Gaming firm DigiPlus Interactive Corp. has announced a ₱6-billion share buyback program, a move it says reflects strong financial health and reinforces its long-term commitment to shareholder value.

DFNN Inc., a leading gaming technology firm, has called on legislators to clearly differentiate between online gambling platforms and legacy land-based gaming outlets as regulatory reforms are considered.

The Financial Stability Coordination Council (FSCC) has strengthened its vigilant stance in the face of evolving global and domestic financial risks, following its latest quarterly meeting.