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UBS sees 2-digit credit growth for Philippines banks

Banks operating in the Philippines are expected to post a double-digit credit growth this year on the back of robust economic expansion, according to banking giant UBS......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 1st, 2024

Philippines, German central banks partner on capacity-building

The central banks of the Philippines and Germany have formalized their partnership on capacity-building through the signing of a memorandum of understanding......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 14th, 2024

Banks’ bad loans swell in 2023

The soured loans of Philippine banks picked up to 3.23 percent in 2023 from the almost two-year low in 2022, according to the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 8th, 2024

Globe reports steep 73.7% decline in blocked bank-related spam, scam SMS in 2023

The telecommunications company Globe has reported a significant 73.7% decrease in the number of blocked spam and scam SMS related to banks in 2023. This reduction is a result of the interception of 21.9 million bank-related fraudulent messages, a sharp decline from the 83.39 million messages blocked the previous year. Globe attributes this achievement to its proactive strategies and strong partnerships with major banks and financial institutions in the Philippines. The company has established anti-fraud alliances with the Bankers Association of the Philippines and individual players in the finance sector, enabling the sharing of data and intelligence to prevent and investigate fraud effectively. Anton Bonifacio, Chief Information Security Officer at Globe, emphasized the company's commitment to combating financial fraud and enhancing security measures for customer protection. Globe has invested approximately US$20 million to improve its spam and scam SMS detection and blocking system and operates a 24/7 Security Operations Center to filter out unwanted messages from both international and domestic sources. Despite certain limitations, Globe remains dedicated to customer protection and emphasizes the need for a unified approach in the fight against fraud. The company is focused on leveraging technology and strengthening alliances with key stakeholders to combat fraudulent activities. As Globe continues to advance its technologies and collaborations, it aims to provide a safer and more secure digital environment for its customers. For more information about Globe and its initiatives, visit www.globe.com.ph. (SPONSORED CONTENT).....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsFeb 4th, 2024

RCBC the best PH bank by network uptime, and UBP ranks at the bottom

Brankas, a Singapore-based fintech software and services provider, published its first annual ASEAN Bank Stability Report to measure the network uptime performance of ASEAN-region banks, and RCBC finished in the top spot among banks in the Philippines with an uptime of 98.3% (31 hours total downtime) including a stretch of seven months with zero downtime events......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 31st, 2024

‘Philippine banks to ride wave of robust economic growth’

The projected robust economic growth this year could shape up into a better year for Philippine banks, S&P Global Ratings said......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 30th, 2024

More groups to establish Islamic banks in Philippines

More groups are looking at establishing Islamic banks in the Philippines as the first branch of the new banking classification is expected to open soon, according to the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 24th, 2024

BSP pursues reforms to modernize banks

The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas is pursuing policy reforms to modernize Philippine banks and ensure a sustainable, digital and inclusive banking future......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 24th, 2024

BSP onboards 1st nonbank electronic money issuer

The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) achieved a significant milestone by welcoming OmniPay, Inc. as the first nonbank electronic money issuer (EMI) participant in its Real Time Gross Settlement (RTGS) payment system, PhilPaSSplus. This move aligns with the National Payment Systems Act and signifies a more inclusive national payment system, allowing nonbank financial institutions to conduct efficient and low-risk funds transfers directly through the central bank. Assistant Governor Mary Anne P. Lim emphasized the BSP's commitment to safeguarding the entire Peso RTGS payment system amidst global trends of diversified participation. With 236 institutions, including various banks and nonbank entities, utilizing PhilPaSSplus for large value transactions and retail payment clearing, the BSP's initiative reflects a broader trend of central banks facilitating direct access for nonbank entities to settlement services. This development comes as international standard-setting bodies work on access guidelines to manage risks in evolving payment systems with new players and financial technologies......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsJan 15th, 2024

4 hurt after caterpillar ride malfunctions in Samar

4 hurt after caterpillar ride malfunctions in Samar.....»»

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Ma dies, her spouse and daughter hurt in City of Naga road accident

Ma dies, her spouse and daughter hurt in City of Naga road accident.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated News20 hr. 35 min. ago

Mother dies, son hurt after husband attacks them in Tuburan, Cebu

Mother dies, son hurt after husband attacks them in Tuburan, Cebu.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMay 13th, 2024

1 hurt in a fire that razed a house

1 hurt in a fire that razed a house.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMay 5th, 2024

18 hurt after v-hire overturns in CCLEX

18 hurt after v-hire overturns in CCLEX.....»»

Category: sportsSource:  abscbnRelated NewsMay 4th, 2024

Soldiers hurt in clash with BIFF receive medals from Marcos

President Ferdinand Romualdez Marcos Jr. personally awarded the seven soldiers hurt in a deadly clash with local terrorists in Datu Saudi Ampatuan, Maguindanao del Sur last week......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 30th, 2024

Woman dies, driver hurt in TCH motorcycle accident

Woman dies, driver hurt in TCH motorcycle accident.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsApr 27th, 2024

Why would a loving God ask His beloved children to risk being hurt for the sake of loving others like Jesus did?

Why would a loving God ask His beloved children to risk being hurt for the sake of loving others like Jesus did?.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 19th, 2024

2 Polish nationals among 3 hurt in Dalaguete road accident

2 Polish nationals among 3 hurt in Dalaguete road accident.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsApr 19th, 2024

8 inmates hurt in Manila City Jail brawl

Eight male inmates of the Manila City Jail were hurt after a brawl erupted yesterday afternoon......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 13th, 2024

Businesswoman hurt in gun attack, son unscathed

Businesswoman hurt in gun attack, son unscathed.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsApr 13th, 2024