49 Foreigners Arrested in Illegal POGO Raid in Pasay City
Authorities arrested 49 foreigners in a POGO raid in Pasay City, targeting an illegal scam hub. BI and NBI dismantle fraudulent operations exploiting victims.
BSP Restricting Offshore Forex Trades to Control Peso Volatility
BSP tightens rules on offshore forex trades, including NDFs, to reduce systemic risks and peso volatility. Stakeholders’ feedback due by March 26.
401 Foreign Nationals Arrested in Pasay City POGO Raid
401 foreign nationals were arrested in a Pasay City POGO raid for illicit activities, including scams. Authorities crack down on illegal offshore gaming operators.
Rising Fraud in the Philippines: How BSP Circular 1140 and AI Combat Scams
Discover how the Philippines tackles rising fraud with BSP Circular 1140, AI-driven solutions, and tokenization to secure its digital economy. Learn more.
Mastercard Launches AI-Powered Anti-Money Laundering Service in Philippines
Mastercard introduces AI-driven TRACE in the Philippines to combat financial crime, enhancing fraud prevention and securing real-time payments.
Philippine POGO Scam Targets Over 5,000 Australians
Philippine POGO scam targets over 5,000 Australians through fake romantic relationships, cryptocurrency fraud, and organized crime networks exposed in Pasay City.
Can Philippines Combat Crypto Scams and Money Laundering Effectively?
Can the Philippines effectively fight crypto scams as an instrument of money laundering and other illegal gambling? Discover the challenges, reforms, and efforts to exit the FATF gray list.
Philippines Launches 10-Year & 25-Year USD Global Bonds
Philippines launches 10-year & 25-year USD global bonds and euro sustainability bonds under its Sustainable Finance Framework, attracting global investors.
BSP Pushes for a Cashless Philippines by 2025
The BSP accelerates cashless transactions, aims for a coin-lite society, eliminates small fund transfer fees, and drives financial inclusion by 2025.
Maya Bank Disburses PHP 68B in Loans, Sets 2024 Record
Maya Bank disburses PHP 68B in loans in 2024, advancing financial inclusion with digital banking innovation, BSP compliance, and secure financial solutions.
Philippine Banks Launch PHPX Stablecoin for Cross-Border Payments
Philippine banks collaborate to launch PHPX, a peso-backed stablecoin, revolutionizing cross-border payments with real-time transfers and financial inclusion goals.
Female Celebrity Voluntarily Surrenders Over SEC Violation Charges
Rufa Mae Quinto faces 14 counts of SEC violations linked to Dermacare's investment scheme. She denies fraud allegations and posts P1.7M bail.
PH SEC Issues Crypto Guidelines for Crypto-Asset Service Providers
The SEC unveils draft guidelines for crypto-asset services in the Philippines, strengthening licensing, compliance, and investor protection for 2025 and beyond.
SEC Warns on Advance Fee Loan Scams in the Philippines
Protect yourself from SEC-flagged advance fee loan scams. Learn about financial literacy efforts in the Philippines for fraud prevention.
Cebuana Lhuillier and PayPal Partner for Affordable Transfers
Cebuana Lhuillier partners with PayPal for faster, more affordable cross-border payments using PayPal USD (PYUSD), promoting financial inclusion globally.
Globe, CICC Warn of Phishing Scam Using Fake Rewards
Globe Telecom and CICC warn of a new phishing scam using fake reward points to steal personal, and financial info.
Philippine Peso Could Hit P60 in Early 2025, DBS Says
DBS forecasts the Philippine peso to hit P60 per dollar in early 2025, with factors like US monetary policy and Trump’s trade tariffs affecting the outlook.
5 Koreans Nabbed in PH for $2.9M Crypto Scam
Philippine authorities arrested 5 South Koreans linked to a $2.9M cryptocurrency scam and 1 for larceny. All await deportation. Learn more about the crackdown.
Philippines Warns Public of Get-Rich-Quick Scams This Christmas
Philippine authorities urge caution against get-rich-quick schemes, including crypto and forex investment scams, as fraudulent activities rise during the Christmas season.
Philippines Cracks Down on POGOs and Rising Crypto Scams
As the Philippines intensifies its POGO crackdown, experts warn of a surge in underground operations, including crypto scams and espionage activities.