Visa (NYSE: V), a global leader in digital payments, is gearing up for the expansion of automated, contactless fare systems to other train lines in partnership with Rizal Commercial Banking Corporation (RCBC). Through a workshop on smart mobility, Visa and RCBC shared solutions and best practices for issuers on managing digital payments for various modes…
For many Filipinos, the word “utang” carries a mix of hope and hesitation. It can mean a chance to start a small business or pay for a child’s tuition, but it can also bring fears of scams, high interest rates, and unending debt. According to TransUnion’s 2025 Credit Perception Index, the Philippines scored 73 out of…
From humble beginnings to evolving with its customers, PSBank continues to grow with and for Filipinos Philippine Savings Bank (PSBank) marks its 65th anniversary, celebrating six and a half decades of providing simple and reliable banking solutions to Filipino families. Since opening its first branch in Plaza Miranda, Quiapo, in 1960—then the country’s bustling commercial…
Visa, a world leader in digital payments, has released its latest annual report on digital remittances, Money Travels: 2025 Digital Remittances Adoption Report, which was based on responses from 44,000 senders and receivers across 20 countries and territories, including the Philippines. The report presents findings on the latest remittance trends around the world, including Asia…
As one of the largest and fastest-growing insurance companies in the country, AXA Philippines took home a significant double victory at the 2025 Insurance Asia Awards, winning Health Insurance Initiative of the Year for its superior critical illness plan, Health Max Elite and International General Insurer of the Year for its expansive general insurance solutions,…
Pru Life UK and Prudence Foundation, in partnership with the Department of Education (DepEd) and Junior Achievement (JA) Philippines, has expanded the Cha-Ching programme across the National Capital Region (NCR) and fully integrated into the Bicol Region (Region V) DepEd curriculum, reaffirming their commitment to fostering financial literacy among Filipino youth. Bicol Region (Region…
Southeast Asia’s insurance industry is at a crossroads. Despite rapid economic growth and rising demand for financial protection, insurance penetration remains low. In fact, in many countries like the Philippines, it remains at 1.78%, while countries like Vietnam are at 2.8% and Indonesia is at 1.4%. One of the biggest barriers in the industry is its continued reliance on outdated…
Visa (NYSE: V), a global leader in digital payments, has partnered with USSC Money Services Inc. (UMSI), on a strategic issuing and Money Movement partnership to launch Visa Direct in the Philippines. This collaboration marks a significant milestone in enhancing digital payment and remittance solutions in the region. While often cited as one of the…
In the last decade, the gaming industry has exploded. With at least one-third of the global population playing digital games at least once per month, gaming provides advertisers with a highly engaged audience. Because of this, popular gaming platforms, like Roblox, are rapidly gaining advertiser attention due to their large user base and ability to…
Pru Life UK has solidified its position as the leading life insurer in the Philippines, with its outstanding business results and strengthened commitment to providing affordable and accessible financial solutions to more customers and communities. The insurer has the highest New Business Annual Premium Equivalent (NBAPE) at PHP9.8 billion in 2024, according to the latest…