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BSP warns public vs unauthorized crypto service providers

The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) has renewed its warning to the public against using unauthorized virtual asset service providers (VASPs), which handle cryptocurrency activities such as trading, transfers, exchanges, safekeeping, and payments.

PNB opens faster money routes for Filipinos abroad

Philippine National Bank has partnered with ACE Money Transfer to expand remittance services for overseas Filipinos in the UK, Europe, Australia, and Canada.

SteelAsia pushes $1.5B, 5-year expansion on domestic demand

SteelAsia is pressing ahead with a USD1.5 billion expansion over the next five years, confident in long-term domestic steel demand despite a slowdown in government construction projects.

Cosco profit jumps on retail demand recovery momentum

Cosco Capital Inc., the listed retail holding firm of businessman Lucio L. Co, posted stronger earnings in the first quarter of 2026 as improving consumer demand and broad-based growth across its portfolio lifted both revenues and profitability.

JSAP opposes CHED plan to cut humanities

The Journalism Studies Association of the Philippines, Inc. (JSAP) has opposed the Commission on Higher Education’s (CHED) proposal to reduce General Education (GE) units, warning that the move could weaken the democratic and intellectual foundations of Philippine higher education.

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BCDA taps idle properties for tourism, commercial growth

The Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) is stepping up efforts to unlock the economic potential of government-owned land, signing four agreements to introduce tourism, commercial and community facilities in New Clark City and Camp John Hay.

Smart scores zero dropped calls in latest NTC Metro Manila checks

Smart Communications has achieved a perfect zero percent call drop rate in the National Telecommunications Commission’s most recent service quality tests across Metro Manila, marking a major milestone in reliable voice service for subscribers. The result easily clears the regulator’s required standard of less than 2 percent call drop ratio, meaning calls connect and stay connected consistently for users. For customers, this translates to clearer, uninterrupted conversations whether for personal calls, work updates, or emergency communications—no more frustrating cut-offs that waste time and cause inconvenience.

Peso slide to P63 vs USD, spur costs, inflation risks

The peso’s slide beyond P63 against the US dollar is threatening to drive up Philippine manufacturing costs and fuel inflation, raising concerns as businesses brace for stronger Christmas-season demand.

Jollibee bags Advertiser of the Year, wins 10 SMARTIES 

Jollibee Philippines emerged as Advertiser of the Year at the SMARTIES Philippines 2026 Awards, taking home 10 honors for campaigns that combine artificial intelligence (AI), data analytics and creativity to drive consumer engagement and business impact.
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