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PhilRice pushes cost-saving farming methods ahead of wet season

The Philippine Rice Research Institute (Philippine Rice Research Institute) is urging rice farmers to adopt practical cost-saving measures as rising global prices of farm inputs continue to increase production expenses during the wet season planting period.

SEC warns public vs fake MocaMoca lending platforms

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has warned the public against dealing with fake online lending platforms posing as MocaMoca and Copperstone Lending Inc., citing reports of fraud, harassment, and possible misuse of personal data.

MSA-PH, OLPMC launch sleep study service in Cavite to tackle undiagnosed sleep apnea

Medical Services of America (Philippines) Inc. (MSA-PH) has expanded its healthcare services with the launch of its first sleep study facility through a partnership with Our Lady of the Pillar Medical Center (OLPMC) in Imus, Cavite.

Alsons to convert Sarangani diesel plant into solar facility 

Alsons Consolidated Resources (ACR), through Alsons Power, will transform its 55-megawatt diesel power plant in Alabel, Sarangani into a 98.7-megawatt solar power facility as part of its renewable energy expansion.

Vena Group launched P24B  Ilocos solar projects

Vena Group has begun construction on two major renewable energy projects in Ilocos Norte, part of its 15-project pipeline, signaling another milestone in the Philippines’ drive to expand clean energy capacity and attract green investments.

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Bank lending, liquidity rise in April: steady credit flow supports businesses and households 

Bank lending by universal and commercial banks climbed 11.4 percent in April 2026, picking up from the 10.7 percent growth seen in March.

GCash ditch SMS codes in major anti-fraud push

GCash will complete its transition from SMS-based one-time passwords (OTPs) to in-app authentication by June 22, marking a major cybersecurity upgrade aimed at protecting millions of users from phishing attacks and online fraud.

AmCham backs pork imports, seeks review of MAV rules

The American Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines (AmCham) has thrown its support behind the government's efforts to boost pork supply and curb rising food costs, while urging authorities to suspend and reassess newly issued import allocation guidelines that it says could disrupt established supply chains.

BOI Keeps Investment Lead Despite First-Quarter Slump 

The Board of Investments (BOI) retained its position as the country's top investment promotion agency in the first quarter of 2026, accounting for nearly half of all approved investments despite a sharp decline from the record levels posted a year earlier.
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