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GCash to launch in-app OTP by June 22 for stronger security

GCash will roll out its new in-app one-time password feature on June 22, 2026, replacing SMS-based authentication to better protect users from phishing and financial fraud.

Philippines, Vietnam strengthen debt management cooperation

The Philippines and Vietnam are strengthening cooperation in public finance as both countries navigate rising financing needs, evolving capital markets, and increasingly complex debt management challenges.

From boardroom’s ms to green goals, Aboitiz executive shines

In the corporate world, success is often measured in revenues, profits, and market share. Increasingly, however, another metric is earning a seat at the boardroom table: sustainability.

Philippine financial system stable in 2025, but risks require close watch— FSCC report

The Philippine financial system stayed resilient throughout 2025, with banks holding enough capital to absorb losses and strong capacity to support lending, according to the latest Financial Stability Report from the Financial Stability Coordination Council (FSCC).

AI boosts BPO productivity, talent shortage bites

Artificial intelligence is helping Philippine contact center and business process management (CC-BPM) firms generate more revenue per worker, but a persistent shortage of skilled talent is emerging as the industry's biggest constraint to growth, according to the Customer Experience Association of the Philippines (CXAP).

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DTI mandates certification for nicotine pouches

The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) has placed nicotine pouches under mandatory product certification, giving manufacturers and other industry players 12 months to meet new standards before uncertified products can no longer be sold in the Philippine market.

SMC unit redeploys capital via Meralco stake sale, shifts focus to renewables

San Miguel Global Power Holdings Corp. (SMGP) is unlocking value from its long-held Meralco minority stake, selling the shares to Metro Pacific Investments Corp. (MPIC) to free up capital for renewable energy projects and align resources with businesses where it holds direct operating control.

SEC halts 3 firms’ illegal investment solicitation

The Securities and Exchange Commission ordered three entities to immediately stop soliciting public investments without required registration and licenses.

BDO Life approves claim same day, delivers swift relief to Benedicto family

Most families expect complicated paperwork, long waits and added stress when filing an insurance claim. For the Benedicto family, the experience proved surprisingly fast and straightforward, turning a difficult moment into one of reassurance.
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