The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) underscored digitalization as key to enhancing rural bank operations during the Rural Bank Strengthening Program (RBSP) Technology and Innovation Forum, held at the BSP Head Office in Manila on 31 May 2024. In a recorded message, BSP Governor Eli M. Remolona, Jr. explained that the forum aimed “to understand the opportunities and challenges as …
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The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), in partnership with the Mindanao Development Authority (MINDA), kicked off its first international trade forum: the Trade Education and Advocacy (TEA) Campaign. With the theme: “Empowering Philippine Export Industries of Northeastern Mindanao,” the campaign aims to optimize the benefits offered by the country’s free trade agreements (FTAs) such as the Regional Comprehensive Economic …
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SM Foundation, the social good arm of the SM Group, recently conducted two successful medical missions in the municipalities of Looc and Ibaan, Batangas. The initiative, which aimed to provide accessible healthcare services to vulnerable communities, served approximately 700 patients. During the two-day event, residents of Looc and Ibaan received a wide range of free healthcare services. These included medical …
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By Rose de la Cruz Given the relative newness of digital banking, esp. fund transfers in the country, hitches like delayed reporting or confirmation or constant downtime in connectivity among banks and financial institutions (FIs) are to be expected. So, because of mounting complaints among bank clients, the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas was forced to intervene and Issue a circular …
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Father’s Day is the perfect time to show your appreciation with a thoughtful gift! Whether your dad likes doing home projects, a tech whiz, a green thumb or a car aficionado–leading home improvement and lifestyle retailer MR.DIY has something special for every kind of dad! Check out this ultimate Father’s Day gift guide, featuring items you can find in MR.DIY! …
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Pinoy dads are known to be really good at MATH—as in, merienda, almusal, tanghalian, and hapunan! To celebrate tatay’s love for good food, drink, and more, foodpanda is offering a wide range of deals that will fit your dad’s unique personality. Treat your dad to the celebration he deserves this Father’s Day! For the “cash na lang” dad Sometimes our lives get too busy that finding the …
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The Manila Foods and Beverages Expo (MAFBEX) 2024 is now open to the public! MAFBEX 2024 had its opening today, June 12, 2024, at the World Trade Center Metro Manila. The opening ceremony was graced by Hon. Mayor Emi Calixto-Rubiano, City Mayor of Pasay City; Secretary Frederick Go represented by USEC Joee Guilas, Office of the Special Assistant to the …
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ICTSI South Pacific, a business unit of International Container Terminal Services, Inc. (ICTSI) and the leading terminal port operator in Papua New Guinea, recently donated 1 million kina to the Enga Provincial Disaster Management Trust dedicated to relief efforts for the recent landslide in Enga Province. The landslide, which has a significant number of casualties, caused damage and displaced numerous families, has …
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By Rose de la Cruz The International Monetary Fund cut its growth forecast for the Philippines to 6 percent in 2024 (still within the government’s target of 6 to 7 percent) from its April forecast of 6.2 percent. “Growth is expected to rebound to 6% in 2024 and 6.2% in 2025, on the back of stronger consumption demand, higher public …
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Stratpoint Technologies, enabler of digital transformation through software, quality assurance, Cloud, data, and AI, is pleased to announce the appointment of Zayd Tolentino as its new Chief Technology Officer (CTO). With a career spanning 15 years, Zayd brings not only tech expertise to the table but also a wealth of experience in digital transformation across startups and enterprises in various …
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