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PLDT speeds up prepaid fiber rollout for wider access

PLDT Inc. is accelerating the rollout of its Home Fiber Prepaid service as part of a broader strategy to expand affordable, high-speed internet access to underserved communities across the country, the company announced Thursday.

CebPac expands operations to key domestic routes ahead of holidays

Cebu Pacific, the Gokongwei-led budget airline, announced Thursday it will deploy its Airbus A330neo aircraft to more domestic routes beginning October to meet rising travel demand during the holiday season and boost operational efficiency.

Security Bank expands presence in Bicol with new branch in Sorsogon City

Security Bank has expanded its footprint in the Bicol Region with the opening of a new branch in Sorsogon City, marking its 358th branch nationwide.

Manila retains “A-” credit rating; signals macroeconomic resilience

The Japanese credit agency Rating and Investment Information, Inc. (R&I) has reaffirmed the Philippines' investment-grade rating of “A-” with a stable outlook, highlighting the country’s strong macroeconomic fundamentals, according to a statement released by the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP).

Japan hands over forensic equipment to UP Institute

The Government of Japan formally handed over forensic equipment to the newly established National Forensics Institute (NFI) at the University of the Philippines (UP) College of Medicine, in a ceremony attended by Ambassador Endo Kazuya.

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PH gaming revenues tumble as e-games slow 

The Philippine gaming industry posted a nearly 16-percent drop in gross gaming revenues (GGR) in the first quarter of 2026 as weaker consumer spending slowed activity in the electronic gaming segment that had driven industry growth in recent years.

Pickup Coffee ramps up franchising expansion

Pickup Coffee is accelerating its nationwide expansion through franchising as the fast-growing local chain targets at least 800 stores by end-2026, underscoring rising demand for affordable and convenient coffee among Filipino consumers.

Green GSM eyes 18,500 EVs for PH

Vietnam-based mobility platform Green GSM is ramping up its Philippine expansion after signing agreements with 75 transport companies and cooperatives for the planned deployment of up to 18,497 VinFast VF 5, Herio Green, and Limo Green electric vehicles across major urban centers nationwide.

US envoy to push PH tech corridor

US Under Secretary of State for Economic Affairs Jacob Helberg will visit the Philippines next week as Washington ramps up efforts to deepen economic security and technology ties with Manila under the newly launched Pax Silica initiative.
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