The country’s umbrella group of financial technology (fintech) companies has thrown its support behind a legislative measure pushing the mandatory use of alternative data to democratize finance, as it calls for broader efforts to strengthen financial inclusion. In a statement on Friday, July 31,...
With more banks slashing fees on digital fund transfers, the country’s largest group of financial technology (fintech) companies stressed that these fees remain integral to sustaining the operations of smaller firms and strengthening the security of online payments. Fintech Alliance.ph Chairman...
Victoria Harbour came alive over the weekend of June 27 to 28, 2026, as thousands gathered along the Tsim Sha Tsui Promenade for the 50th edition of the Sun Life Hong Kong International Dragon Boat Races. Part sporting spectacle, part cultural celebration, the annual festival once again...
Asia-Pacific business leaders are demanding stricter artificial intelligence (AI) governance and tighter cross-border policing to counter the surge in sophisticated online scams and cyber fraud across the region. The APEC Business Advisory Council (ABAC), meeting in Bangkok, Thailand, formalized a...
Filipino brands now have an accessible pathway to expand into Southeast Asia without having to navigate each new market on their own through the launch of the Philippine chapter of the Strategic Asia Marketing Alliance (SAMA). SAMA, a regional network of independent marketing agencies, opened its...
The United States has reaffirmed its commitment to the Philippines after China test-launched an unarmed intercontinental-range ballistic missile from a submarine into the southern Pacific Ocean. In a statement on Tuesday, July 7, US Ambassador to the Philippines Lee Lipton said the launch...
Newly appointed United States Ambassador to the Philippines Lee Lipton pledged to elevate the Philippines-United States alliance and bring more American investments, jobs, and assistance to Filipinos as the two countries prepare to mark 80 years of diplomatic relations. Speaking at the “Freedom...
President Marcos has encouraged the new United States ambassador to the Philippines to bring the relations between the two countries "even closer." Marcos expressed expectations of further deepening the Philippines-United States relations as he formally welcomed US Ambassador-designate Lee Lipton...
The new United States Ambassador to the Philippines, Lee Lipton, has arrived in Manila, the US Embassy announced on Sunday, June 28. This marks the start of Lipton 's tour of duty in the country, replacing former US Ambassador MaryKay Carlson. "Mabuhay and welcome back to the Philippines, U.S....
Alliance Global Group Inc. (AGI), the holding company of tycoon Andrew Tan, is confident that its growth trajectory remains intact, credit to a diversified investment portfolio that keeps it resilient against ongoing geopolitical challenges. “We entered 2026 with a strong balance sheet and...
President Marcos wished United States President Donald Trump happiness, good health, and success on his birthday. Marcos took to social media his birthday greeting for his American counterpart on Monday, June 15. "Happy Birthday, President Trump. On behalf of the Filipino people, I wish you good...
Philippine Airlines (PAL) has received an invitation to join the Oneworld Alliance, a move that will integrate the country’s flag carrier into the global network spanning nearly 1,000 destinations. The announcement was made Saturday, June 6, at the International Air Transport Association Annual...
