FinTech
Real-time payment transactions in 2023 grew 24% as more Filipinos seek faster and safer transactions – ACI Worldwide Report
Real-time payment transactions in the Philippines posted a 24% year-on-year growth in 2023, with transaction volume reaching 777 million and expected to hit 1.54 billion by 2028, according to the 2024 Prime Time for Real Time Report published by ACI Worldwide, a leader in real-time payments, in partnership with GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company.
Digido Analysis: Filipinos spent 42 years’ worth of time using digital lending apps in 2023
About 1.3 billion seconds — equivalent to 42 years — were spent by persons in using digital lending applications in the Philippines in 2023, according to new analysis from consumer credit service Digido.
GCash unveils groundbreaking innovations at FutureCast 2024: Transforming Fintech for Every Filipino
GCash, the Philippines' leader in digital financial services, unveiled groundbreaking innovations at this year’s GCash Futurecast, revolutionizing the country's fintech landscape and elevating consumer experience.
Sun Life Philippines shines at the Gold Quill Awards
Sun Life Philippines, the longest-standing and #1 life insurer in the country, has been recognized at the prestigious Gold Quill Awards for its excellence in communication.
Zed neobank secures BSP license, begins rolling out invitations to 40k waitlist
After operating in a BSP-sanctioned pilot for the last 6 months, the Zed Card is officially rolling out to the public on an invite-only basis, starting with its waitlist. Zed has seen overwhelming demand for its no-interest, no-fees Mastercard Titanium Credit Card, garnering close to 40,000 sign-ups since launching its waitlist in March this year.
Play for Life: Sun Life marks Financial Independence Month with announcement of new game and more activities
Play for Life is a free, single-player online game that mirrors the financial decisions one encounters in real life. The objective of the game is to achieve your chosen life goals through strategic financial and life decisions while navigating the ups and downs.
ADB and Mastercard collaborate to advance financial inclusion and digital innovation across APAC
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) and Mastercard have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to advance financial inclusion and drive digital transformation across the Asia-Pacific region.
PIXEL by Eplayment, a revolution in the creator economy
Starting as an e-wallet tailored to the needs of gamers, Eplayment has since grown its brand to be able to provide a channel for creators to lay down their roots and grow into their full potential. Banking on the idea of an inclusive community, PIXEL by Eplayment was launched as a way for Filipino creators to kickstart and healthily sustain their craft.
GHL and Alipay+ partner to facilitate cross-border digital payments in PH
GHL Systems Philippines, a wholly owned subsidiary of GHL Systems Berhad, has enabled Alipay+ for local businesses in the Philippines to accept cross-border digital face-to-face and e-commerce payments from leading Asian mobile wallets.