Saturday, 8 August 2026
7 days ago
Fintechs cheer BSP ‘clarification’ that bank transfers need not be free
FinTech Alliance PH welcomed the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas’ clarification on Circular No. 1238, saying the central bank has confirmed that the regulation is intended to promote cost-based fair pricing rather than impose zero transaction fees on digital financial services.
24 Jul 2026
10:40AM
SEC fines Inclusive Credit P1M over excessive interest, debt harassment
SEC fines Inclusive Credit P1 million over excessive interest, debt harassment
15 May 2026
7:47AM
TikTok Shop strengthens consumer protection drive
As digital commerce continues to expand in the Philippines, platforms such as TikTok Shop are stepping up efforts to combat counterfeit and unsafe products while strengthening consumer trust and brand protection.
16 Oct 2025
5:38PM
SEC halts Microdot Lending for unfair collection and hidden loan apps
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has shut down Microdot Lending Corp. for operating undisclosed online lending platforms and engaging in unfair debt collection practices.
26 Sep 2025
1:34PM
SEC fixes online lending mix-up, Jia Financing cleared and back in business
Jia Financing is back in business after the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) lifted its 60-day suspension.
2 Sep 2025
2:48PM
Globe Telecom takes charge of PH anti-scam drive, mobilizes key players
Globe Telecom has assumed leadership of the Global Anti-Scam Alliance (GASA) Philippine Chapter, bringing together banks, telcos, tech giants, and regulators in a national effort to fight online fraud.
25 Aug 2025
4:48PM
SEC halts 7 unregistered online lending platforms over consumer risks
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has shut down seven unregistered online lending platforms (OLPs) for operating without approval and exposing borrowers to potential abuse.
8 Jul 2025
1:30PM
PH antimonopoly body eyes tougher audits, monitoring to protect water consumers
The Philippine Competition Commission (PCC) and the National Water Resources Board (NWRB) explored opportunities to improve regulation and competition in the water distribution sector in a strategic policy dialogue held on June 11.
8 Jun 2025
5:28PM
Converge trains Tarlac mothers on online scam prevention, offers livelihood option
Converge ICT Solutions Inc. conducted a cyber safety and livelihood training session on May 22 for 30 mothers and their children in Bamban, Tarlac, amid growing concerns over online scams targeting low-income communities.
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