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Tech-savvy small banks to soon need more capital
Inquirer
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July 30, 2025
Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas. (File photo / Philippine Daily Inquirer) MANILA, Philippines – The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) will require higher capitalization from small banks with digital-centric operations—which may range from P200 million...
WATCH: Investments in quantum technology sought
The Manila Times
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July 30, 2025
Dr. Enrico Paringit, executive director of the Department of Science and Technology’s Philippine Council for Industry, Energy and Emerging Technology Research and Development, told The Manila Times that it is important for lawmakers to invest in...
Philippines Online Gamblers Prefer Regulation Over Ban Study Finds
Fintech News Philippines
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July 30, 2025
Free Newsletter Get the hottest Fintech Philippines News once a month in your Inbox A recent study of Filipino online gamblers indicates a preference for stronger regulation of the sector rather than an outright prohibition. The study was...
Revolut opens second Asia tech hub in the Philippines
Manila Standard
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July 30, 2025
Revolut, the UK-based financial technology firm, opened its second Global Tech Hub in Asia in the Philippines, an investment largely attributed to ongoing discussions led by Finance Secretary Ralph Recto. The new tech hub is a direct result of...
Philippine president calls out corruption in flood control projects
Eco-Business
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July 29, 2025
“I recently inspected the effects of the southwest monsoon and cyclones Crising, Dante and Emong. I clearly saw for myself that many flood control projects had been failures or those that were not sturdy and easily crumbled, and then there were...
AI, climate change, social changes threaten Filipino jobs—ECOP
Manila Standard
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July 30, 2025
The Employers Confederation of the Philippines (ECOP) on Wednesday warned that the convergence of environmental, digital, and social changes poses serious threats to workers, businesses, and national development. “Global institutions are now...
WATCH: The Manila Times Newscast | July 30, 2025
The Manila Times
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July 30, 2025
Welcome to The Manila Times where we bring you stories that shape our world. Today is July 30th. Our top story: The trust and performance ratings of President Marcos have bounced back in the second quarter. That’s according to the latest survey by...
Nickel demand in the Philippines is a major concern
World Energy News - Connecticut
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Mining and deforestation threaten biodiversity in Philippine provinces New mining permits are banned by local ordinance for 50 years Mining operations are challenged by community opposition and environmental concerns By Mariejo Ramos The...
Epson’s Ongoing Drive for Sustainable Technology and Purposeful Innovation
Punto Central Luzon
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July 30, 2025
For over five decades, Epson has pursued a clear philosophy: championing efficient, compact, and precise innovation, enriching lives, and unlocking immense value for the environment and society. In the Philippines, this approach is evident in the...
Magsaysay Maritime Academy signs exchange program with 5 Japanese tech institutes
Business World
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July 30, 2025
MITSUI O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. (MOL) and Magsaysay Maritime Corp., through the MOL Magsaysay Maritime Academy Inc. (MMMA), signed on Wednesday an agreement with five Japanese national institutes of technology to expand their international exchange...
AmCham backs reforms focused mainly on technology upgrades
Business World
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July 30, 2025
THE American Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines (AmCham) urged President Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr. and the 20th Congress to work on reforms mainly focused on improving the country’s technology infrastructure to support the goals outlined in the...
40 Years of Trust: Palawan Group’s Enduring Legacy of Uplifting Filipino Lives
Panay News
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July 30, 2025
Marking its longstanding mark of dedicated service, the Palawan Group of Companies celebrates its 40th anniversary as a steadfast partner in every Filipino’s financial journey, championing affordability, reliability, and accessibility with heart....
Climate Science Digest: July 30, 2025
Muser Press
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July 30, 2025
Explore the latest insights from top science journals in the Muser Press daily roundup (July 30, 2025), featuring impactful research on climate change challenges. Why animals are a critical part of forest carbon absorption A lot of attention has...
V-GREEN and GSM Philippines sign strategic partnership with MERALCO to promote EV infrastructure development in the Philippines
The Slovenia Times
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July 30, 2025
MANILA, PHILIPPINES - Media OutReach Newswire - 30 July 2025 - V-Green Global Charging Station Development Corporation (V-Green) and Green and Smart Mobility Joint Stock Company (Green GSM Philippines) have announced the signing of a Memorandum of...
Philippines climbs 4 spots in connectivity index
Philstar
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July 29, 2025
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines has climbed four places in a global index for connectivity quality, as the country improved its mobile speed to make up for the gap against Asia-Pacific peers. Based on Opensignal’s Global Network Excellence...
RIPPLE: Ocean Tech Innovation Conference 2025 highlights blue economy potential
Mindanao Times
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July 30, 2025
32 THE RIPPLE: Ocean Tech Innovation Conference 2025 on Aug. 1 at the Molave Hotel, Tagum City, will tackle the potential of the blue economy through innovations, pitches, and expert discussions. RIPPLE is organized by Blue Economy Underpinning...
Unearthing potential: US eyes Philippine rare earths as China tightens grip
South China Morning Post
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July 30, 2025
When US officials met their Philippine counterparts in Kuala Lumpur this month to discuss critical minerals, few outside industry circles realised the quiet significance of the conversation: a new front in the global contest over resources...
Philippine President Reconfirms Commitment To Renewable Energy, Wants “Sleeping” Projects To Wake Up
CleanTechnica
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July 29, 2025
In his State of the Nation Address (SONA) on July 28, Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. reiterated his administration’s commitment to strengthening and increasing renewable energy in the Philippines’ energy mix, targeting an additional 35%...
4 Cotabato City cops face dismissal for extorting P300,000 from engineer
Inquirer
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July 30, 2025
INQUIRER FILES MANILA, Philippines — Four Cotabato City police officers were recommended to be dismissed from the service after allegedly extorting P300,000 from an engineer, the Philippine National Police Internal Affairs Service (PNP IAS) said....
Online Gaming Market To Surge To USD 333.20 Billion By 2030, Driven By Technological Innovations And Cloud Integration: Markntel Advisors (Top Players - Tencent, Microsoft, Bandai Namco Holdings & Others)
MENAFN
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July 30, 2025
(MENAFN- PR Newswire) NEW DELHI, July 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- According to the latest industry analysis, the Global Online Gaming Market is projected to grow from USD 208.58 billion in 2024 to USD 333.20 billion by 2030, expanding at a robust...