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DOJ indicts Abra Mining for securities fraud
The Department of Justice (DOJ) has formally indicted Abra Mining and Industrial Corp. (AR), along with its officers, stock transfer agent, and several stockholders, for engaging in fraudulent securities trading from 2015 to 2019 — a move regulators say reinforces accountability and investor protection in the capital markets.
DOTr launches bids for Visayas railway studies
The Department of Transportation (DOTr) has announced plans to develop two railway systems in the Visayas—the Samar-Leyte Railway and the Panay Railway—as part of efforts to enhance regional connectivity and economic growth.
Smart offers BNPL options via Billease
Smart Communications, Inc. has partnered with Billease, a leading Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) platform in the Philippines, to offer more flexible and affordable payment options for its customers. The collaboration aims to support greater financial and digital inclusion by enabling Smart, TNT, and Smart Bro Home WiFi users to access services through easy installment plans.
AirAsia revives Cebu flights amid tourism surge
AirAsia Philippines is set to reopen five key routes from its Cebu hub starting 15 November 2025, aiming to tap into the region’s surging tourism market and strengthen both domestic and international connectivity.
Smart doubles network speed in Iloilo with 5G standalone launch
Smart Communications, Inc., the wireless arm of PLDT Inc., has officially launched its 5G Standalone (SA) network in Iloilo City, effectively doubling internet speeds and slashing latency for subscribers.
CCPI hosts Ukrainian Ambassador in forum on resilience, partnership, and global cooperation
The Chamber of Commerce of the Philippine Islands (CCPI), the country’s oldest business institution, successfully hosted a special forum featuring Her Excellency Yuliia Fediv, Ambassador of Ukraine to the Philippines, at its historic headquarters in Intramuros.
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DOJ indicts Abra Mining for securities fraud
The Department of Justice (DOJ) has formally indicted Abra Mining and Industrial Corp. (AR), along with its officers, stock transfer agent, and several stockholders, for engaging in fraudulent securities trading from 2015 to 2019 — a move regulators say reinforces accountability and investor protection in the capital markets.
DOTr launches bids for Visayas railway studies
The Department of Transportation (DOTr) has announced plans to develop two railway systems in the Visayas—the Samar-Leyte Railway and the Panay Railway—as part of efforts to enhance regional connectivity and economic growth.
Smart offers BNPL options via Billease
Smart Communications, Inc. has partnered with Billease, a leading Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) platform in the Philippines, to offer more flexible and affordable payment options for its customers. The collaboration aims to support greater financial and digital inclusion by enabling Smart, TNT, and Smart Bro Home WiFi users to access services through easy installment plans.
AirAsia revives Cebu flights amid tourism surge
AirAsia Philippines is set to reopen five key routes from its Cebu hub starting 15 November 2025, aiming to tap into the region’s surging tourism market and strengthen both domestic and international connectivity.
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DOJ indicts Abra Mining for securities fraud
The Department of Justice (DOJ) has formally indicted Abra Mining and Industrial Corp. (AR), along with its officers, stock transfer agent, and several stockholders, for engaging in fraudulent securities trading from 2015 to 2019 — a move regulators say reinforces accountability and investor protection in the capital markets.
DOTr launches bids for Visayas railway studies
The Department of Transportation (DOTr) has announced plans to develop two railway systems in the Visayas—the Samar-Leyte Railway and the Panay Railway—as part of efforts to enhance regional connectivity and economic growth.
Smart offers BNPL options via Billease
Smart Communications, Inc. has partnered with Billease, a leading Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) platform in the Philippines, to offer more flexible and affordable payment options for its customers. The collaboration aims to support greater financial and digital inclusion by enabling Smart, TNT, and Smart Bro Home WiFi users to access services through easy installment plans.
AirAsia revives Cebu flights amid tourism surge
AirAsia Philippines is set to reopen five key routes from its Cebu hub starting 15 November 2025, aiming to tap into the region’s surging tourism market and strengthen both domestic and international connectivity.
Smart doubles network speed in Iloilo with 5G standalone launch
Smart Communications, Inc., the wireless arm of PLDT Inc., has officially launched its 5G Standalone (SA) network in Iloilo City, effectively doubling internet speeds and slashing latency for subscribers.
CCPI hosts Ukrainian Ambassador in forum on resilience, partnership, and global cooperation
The Chamber of Commerce of the Philippine Islands (CCPI), the country’s oldest business institution, successfully hosted a special forum featuring Her Excellency Yuliia Fediv, Ambassador of Ukraine to the Philippines, at its historic headquarters in Intramuros.
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.