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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......»»
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).....»»
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......»»
‘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......»»
Banks expect higher consumer, corporate loan demand in Q1
Despite the higher for longer interest rate scenario, Philippine banks still expect a stronger loan demand from companies and households in the first quarter of the year, according to the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas......»»
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......»»
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......»»
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......»»
IOB to sell 92 NPA accounts having Rs 13,472 cr loan outstanding
Indian Overseas Bank to e-auction 92 non-performing loans worth Rs 13,471.68 crore. Loans include consortium arrangements, NCLT cases, sole banking ventures. Gross NPA reduced to 3.90% by December 31, 2023......»»
Indian Overseas Bank adopts multi-pronged approach to ensure recovery from NPA accounts
Indian Overseas Bank successfully reduces Gross NPA to 3.90%. Sale announced for 92 NPA loans totaling Rs 13,471.68 crore. Recovery strategies include Securitisation, Compromise Settlement, Asset Reconstruction, with e-auction on May 28, details on www.iob.in......»»
Pia Wurtzbach to auction memorabilia for 10th anniversary as Miss Universe
It has been almost 10 years since Pia Wurtzbach ended the Philippines’ 42-year drought for a Miss Universe crown, but no matter how big an achievement it was, Pia did not want to be remembered only as Miss Universe 2015......»»
Investors swarm T-bond auction
Investors swarmed the latest offering of long-term securities, resulting in slightly lower rates and allowing the government to raise P30 billion......»»
Harrison Ford s Star Wars script fetches £10,795 at UK sale
An original draft "Star Wars" script left in a London apartment by "Han Solo" actor Harrison Ford sold at a UK auction for £10,795 ($13,600) on Saturday......»»
200 artists, 9 galleries to mount experiential ALT Philippines 2024
Five critically acclaimed artists, live performances, a silent auction and daily tours with an art curator are some of the highlights at this year's ALT Philippines. .....»»
Climate change erodes education outcomes: World Bank
Washington [US], May 11 (ANI/WAM): A new World Bank policy note presents latest evidence on how climate change is eroding education outcomes, including through increased school closures, and what to do about it. Over the past 20 years, schools were closed during around 75 percent or more of the extreme weather events that impacted 5 million people or more. It's now common for a country to close their schools multiple time.....»»
Drug den shut down, shabu dealer nabbed in 2 Mindanao PDEA operations
Anti-narcotics agents closed down a drug den in Pagadian City and entrapped a long-wanted shabu peddler in Datu Piang, Maguindanao del Sur in separate operations in two days......»»
Case closed : Belle Mariano bids farewell to Caroline Tiu
Belle Mariano bids farewell to her Caroline Tiu character on the hit series "Can't Buy Me Love." .....»»
Lack of CCTV hampers probe on couple’s murder
The probe on the murders of a Manila-based couple found dead in a condominium two weeks ago is hampered because of the lack of closed-circuit television (CCTV) cameras installed in the establishment, Davao City Police says......»»
Tabuena ties for 16th in Korea; Que ends up 12th in Thailand
Miguel Tabuena encountered late-round woes and closed out with an even par 71, finishing tied for 16th in the Maekyung Open Golf Championship won by Hongtaek Kim via playoff in South Korea Sunday......»»
New rules set after EDSA-Kamuning flyover closure snarls traffic
The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority imposed new measures yesterday after officials observed congestion along the service road below the closed EDSA-.....»»