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    DPWH shuffles key officials to boost efficiency

    The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) has announced a series of reassignments and designations affecting district and regional offices across the country, a move it said was aimed at strengthening transparency, efficiency, and continuity in public service.

    DA dismisses fertilizer fraud claims as “fake news”

    Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. has firmly rejected claims by the Samahang Industriya ng Agrikultura (Sinag) of alleged “ghost deliveries” in the Department of Agriculture’s fertilizer distribution program, labeling the accusations as “fake news” and lacking evidence.

    Meralco champions audit innovation at ASEAN Power Summit

    At the 2025 Heads of ASEAN Power Utilities/Authorities (HAPUA) Internal Audit Summit, the Manuel V. Pangilinan-led Manila Electric Company (Meralco) highlighted the growing strategic and commercial significance of internal audit in driving innovation and operational transformation in the power sector.

    BSP extends VASP licensing moratorium, issues advisory amid heightened crypto risks

    The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) has extended its moratorium on the issuance of new licenses for virtual asset service providers (VASPs) indefinitely, while simultaneously warning the public against engaging with unregistered or unauthorized VASPs.

    Moody’s affirms PH credit strength, BSP welcomes positive outlook

    The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) welcomed Moody’s recent positive assessment of the Philippines’ external sector, underscoring the country’s robust credit profile and economic resilience.

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    Whoscall rolls out community-driven scam protection

    Gogolook, a global trust tech company, unveiled a revamped version of its anti-scam app Whoscall on Thursday, targeting the growing incidence of scams in the Philippines. The update introduces AI-driven scam protection and a “growth-driven anti-scam community” that incentivizes users to report fraudulent activity.

    RFM projects higher 2025 income despite floods

    Food and beverage firm RFM Corp. projects improved income for 2025 on the back of higher product sales and softer commodity prices, despite logistics challenges caused by recent flooding in the third quarter.

    BPI targets gig economy with new insurance plan

    The Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI), in partnership with BPI MS Insurance, has launched BPI Freelancer, a personal accident insurance product specifically designed for freelancers, consultants, digital nomads, and self-employed professionals. The service reflects BPI’s growing focus on inclusive financial solutions for non-traditional workers who typically lack access to formal employment benefits.

    Lopez accelerates NSCR construction

    Acting Transportation Secretary Giovanni Lopez has fast-tracked the construction of the Manila-Laguna segment of the North-South Commuter Railway (NSCR), following President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s directive to expedite key infrastructure projects. Demolition of old Philippine National Railways (PNR) stations from Sta. Mesa in Manila to Cabuyao, Laguna is being conducted simultaneously to accelerate viaduct construction.
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