Philippines

    AI Risk & Governance

    Philippine Think Tank Calls for AI Governance to Boost Financial Inclusion

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 30/04/2026

    New study highlights a growing gap between digital adoption and financial inclusion, urging policy alignment on artificial intelligence and cybersecurity.

    Anti-Money Laundering

    Philippines Jails Tax Official in Money Laundering Case

    By Editors | 30/04/2026

    A revenue officer has been convicted after an anti–money laundering probe found her bank deposits far exceeded her official salary.

    Anti-Money Laundering

    Philippine Central Bank Chief Sued Over AMLC Data Disclosure

    By Editors | 29/04/2026

    The complaint alleges illegal disclosure of financial data during a political hearing, challenging the country’s bank secrecy and AML laws.

    Anti-Money Laundering

    Philippines Convicts Compliance Officer in Bangladesh Bank Heist Case

    By Mark Johnston | 28/04/2026

    A compliance officer at a remittance firm has been found guilty of record-keeping failures linked to the USD 81 million cyber theft.

    Trading & Investment

    Philippine Bonds to Join Key JPMorgan Index After Market Reforms

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 27/04/2026

    The inclusion in the GBI-EM series from January 2027 follows significant regulatory and market reforms and is expected to lower borrowing costs.

    Anti-Money Laundering

    Philippines Establishes New Inter-Agency Rules to Enforce POGO Ban

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 25/04/2026

    New inter-agency procedures aim to strengthen enforcement against illegal offshore gaming operators, focusing on asset seizure and financial intelligence.

    Cryptocurrency

    Philippines SEC Flags Seven Unlicensed Crypto Platforms

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 24/04/2026

    The SEC has warned the public against seven unlicensed online trading platforms, threatening promoters with fines and lengthy prison sentences.

    Credit Risk

    Philippines SEC Urges Lenders to Adopt Borrower Relief Measures

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 24/04/2026

    The SEC has issued guidance encouraging lenders to provide relief for borrowers impacted by the national energy emergency.

    Structural Regulation

    PSE Proposes to Ease Preferred Share Listing Rules

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 22/04/2026

    The PSE has launched a consultation on proposed rule changes designed to lower the barrier for companies, including SMEs, seeking to list via preferred shares.

    Market Risk

    Philippine Central Bank Urges FX Hedging Amid Geopolitical Shocks

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 22/04/2026

    A BSP board member has called on banks to encourage corporate hedging as the war in Iran impacts the economy.

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