Mynt eyes public offering of GCash shares

MANILA, June 17, 2026 — Mynt, Inc., the fintech pioneer behind finance super app GCash, is eyeing the public offering of GCash shares to advance its vision of making financial services more accessible to Filipinos. Mynt said in a statement on Wednesday that its Board of Directors and shareholders have authorized the filing of a registration… Read More Mynt eyes public offering of GCash shares

GCash opens GCash Central Hub at Ayala Malls

GCASH, in partnership with Ayala Malls, launched its first-ever GCash Central Hub at TriNoma. Serving as a one-stop, physical customer touchpoint, the hub allows customers to maximize their GCash experience with on-ground assistance and services. This flagship location is the first of several GCash Hubs to be rolled out across select malls nationwide. The launch… Read More GCash opens GCash Central Hub at Ayala Malls

Savings in step: Learning financial lessons from a traditional folk dance

WHENEVER Buwan ng Wika or the school’s foundation day comes around, the repertoire usually consists of students dancing with intense focus to Tinikling or moving gracefully to Cariñosa. And then there’s Pandanggo sa Ilaw. Under the graceful glow of lit up candles placed inside clear glasses that are carefully balanced by both hands and on… Read More Savings in step: Learning financial lessons from a traditional folk dance

GCash accepts government-issued foreign IDs to simplify app verification for OFWs in the Middle East

Kababayans in the Middle East can now access essential financial services faster with fewer steps until July 11, 2026 TO expedite access to essential digital financial services for Filipinos abroad, GCash now supports the use of foreign-issued IDs: Emirates ID (UAE), Iqama ID (Saudi Arabia), Kuwait Civil ID, and Qatar Residency Permit for Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) in the Middle… Read More GCash accepts government-issued foreign IDs to simplify app verification for OFWs in the Middle East

GCash strengthens user support through official help channels and security features

AS DIGITAL financial services become essential to daily life, GCash, the Philippines’ leading finance superapp, continues to strengthen its commitment to user security by streamlining its support channels  To help users navigate concerns such as unauthorized transactions, account takeovers, scams, and “wrong send” errors, GCash provides clear and accessible reporting tools designed to enable faster… Read More GCash strengthens user support through official help channels and security features

Nationwide survey shows 31% of Filipino adults aware of PDIC

THREE in ten Filipino adults are aware of the Philippine Deposit Insurance Corporation (PDIC) as the government institution safeguarding their bank deposits, according to the 2025 nationwide public awareness and reputation survey (NPARS) conducted by NielsenIQ Philippines, Inc. for the Corporation. The findings provided an insight that underscores both meaningful progress and a critical opportunity… Read More Nationwide survey shows 31% of Filipino adults aware of PDIC

Chinabank wins regional award for HR digital transformation

CHINABANK was recognized among the best organizations, teams, and individuals in Southeast Asia that redefine the future of work through technology and purposeful transformation. The bank earned the Silver Award for Human Capital Management (HCM) Innovation and Implementation under the Visionary Organizations category at the recent People Matters Infini T Awards SEA 2026 in Singapore.… Read More Chinabank wins regional award for HR digital transformation

PDIC: Insured deposits in PH banking system surge to P5.2-T in 2025

STATE deposit insurer Philippine Deposit Insurance Corporation (PDIC) reported a remarkable surge in insured deposits maintained in the Philippine banking system for 2025, reinforcing its role as a pillar of financial stability for millions of depositors. By year-end 2025, total insured deposits were posted at P5.2 trillion, or an increase of P1.5 trillion or 40.9%… Read More PDIC: Insured deposits in PH banking system surge to P5.2-T in 2025

GCash expands retail digital integration with Lawson chain to over 200 branches in the Philippines

BUILDING on a foundation of shared innovation, Japanese convenience store chain, Lawson Philippines, and GCash, the country’s #1 digital finance super app, are strengthening their long-standing partnership to further digitalize the local retail landscape. By expanding their seamless digital integration to all Lawson branches nationwide, the two brands continue to grow together, ensuring that more… Read More GCash expands retail digital integration with Lawson chain to over 200 branches in the Philippines

SEC, SCAD open help desk for Subic–Clark locators

By HENRY EMPEÑO | March 19, 2026 CLARK FREEPORT — The Subic–Clark Alliance for Development (SCAD) in collaboration with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) extension office in Tarlac has opened a SCAD-SEC Help Desk here to bring services closer to businesses and investors in the Subic-Clark economic corridor. Located at the BCDA Corporate Center,… Read More SEC, SCAD open help desk for Subic–Clark locators