Digital Economy, Business & Finance

<p The Launch Confirmed: What Changed Since This Piece Was Written The piece below was built while Apple Pay Philippines was pre-launch; the record has...

Key Takeaway: What Every OFW Must Know About Open Finance Philippines 2026🏦 ₱775 billion at stake: The Open Finance Philippines framework could save Filipino...

Key Takeaway$10 Billion Initial Investment: The US-backed Pax Silica initiative targets a 4,000-acre AI and semiconductor hub near Clark Freeport Zone, attracting at...

OFW remittance slowdown 2026: April cash remittances grew only 2% year-on-year to $2.718 billion, the slowest since May 2022. Global uncertainty, inflation, and tighter budgets drive the deceleration. BSP projects 3% growth for 2026–2027.

Starting June 25, 2026, Filipino OFWs with valid Japan, Singapore, South Korea, US, Canada, Australia, NZ, or EU visas/residence permits get UAE visa-on-arrival. Complete guide to eligibility, requirements, and step-by-step process.

Table of ContentsKey Takeaway Why Every OFW Should Buy a House in the Philippines Step 1: Determine Your Budget Before You Buy House...

PLDT AI strategy 2026: discover how VITRO Sta Rosa, Pilipinas AI, AI-in-a-Box training, and Smart 5G are creating AI opportunities for OFWs and MSMEs.

Marcos GDP targets 2026 cut from 6.0-7.0% to 3.5-4.5%. Learn why corruption, oil prices, tariffs, and El Nino forced the downgrade and how OFWs can protect their money.

DOF remittance fees OFW alert: Secretary Frederick Go pushes 50% fee cut. Learn about SB 1917, BSP Circular 1213, and how to lower your transfer costs.

Peso weakening 2026 alert: ANZ forecasts ₱63, MUFG warns ₱64.50. Learn how OFWs can time transfers and protect family budgets.