The Philippines’ rise as a digital economy standout is entering a new phase as artificial intelligence accelerates both innovation and cyber risk, pushing businesses to rethink how they protect data and develop talent.
As the May 2025 midterm elections approach, the proliferation of deepfakes and cyberattacks is expected to escalate, posing a significant threat to democratic processes and national security.
Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart), at a recent telco forum hosted by the Anti-Red Tape Authority (ARTA), underscored the importance of collaboration within the telecommunications industry to combat the growing cybersecurity threats facing the Philippines. Lawyer Roy D. Ibay, Smart vice president and head of regulatory affairs, highlighted the critical need for real-time exchange of best practices and threat intelligence to protect consumers from malicious activities such as phishing attempts and scam links.
In light of recent online banking theft attempts made against some of its members and pensioners, the Government Service Insurance System (GSIS) warns the...
Electronic money issuers (EMIs) are now required to comply with minimum capital and liquidity requirements amid the rising incidence of information technology-related risks and to better protect the interests of account holders, according to the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP).
The Department of Transportation (DOTr) and the Office of the Solicitor General (OSG) have filed 105 expropriation cases for the North-South Commuter Railway (NSCR)—the most ever filed for a single infrastructure project by the agency.
Growth measured as the gross domestic product (GDP) is seen to have slowed sharply to 1.9 percent year-on-year in the second quarter of 2026, down from 2.8 percent in the previous quarter, according to the Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI).
Globe Telecom saved more than ₱510 million on energy in 2025 by using efficient network gear and AI tools. It rolled out 20,800 new green tech items under its Green Network program to cut electricity use.
FinTech Alliance PH has welcomed clarification from the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) regarding Circular No. 1238, saying the update brings much-needed regulatory certainty to the digital financial services sector and aligns with shared goals of making digital payments affordable, secure, and sustainable. Following productive talks between BSP Monetary Board members and alliance representatives, the central bank confirmed the circular sets out cost-based fair pricing guidelines and does not impose a requirement to scrap all fees. The BSP made clear that financial institutions and payment service providers are not required to remove electronic fund transfer fees entirely, nor are off-network person-to-person transfer charges limited strictly to technical switch costs. It also noted that Frequently Asked Question No. 7 should not be treated as a rigid rule allowing only switch-cost pricing.