Philippines

Structural Regulation

Philippines SEC Launches Consolidated Digital Reference for Securities Rules

By Editors | 12/05/2026

The new digital resource consolidates two decades of regulatory updates into a single, user-friendly reference to enhance clarity and compliance.

Structural Regulation

Key Asian FX Benchmarks Exempted from EU Regulation

By Manesh Samtani | 07/05/2026

The decision provides certainty for EU firms using benchmarks for the Indian rupee, Korean won, Philippine peso and Taiwan dollar to hedge currency risks.

Structural Regulation

Philippines SEC Consults on New Structured Warrants Framework

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 06/05/2026

The proposal outlines rules for the issuance, registration and trading of structured warrants, covering issuer eligibility, risk management, and investor protection.

Sustainable Finance

Philippines Think Tank Urges Reforms to Close Significant Climate Financing Gap

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 01/05/2026

State-run policy institute highlights a USD 9-12 billion annual financing gap and calls for institutional reforms, including legislative clarification of BSP's mandate.

Operational Risk

Philippines SEC Sets New Direction for Digital Lending Oversight

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 01/05/2026

The regulator is advancing a preventive framework through proposed new guidelines to address rising consumer complaints and structural risks in the digital credit market.

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.