As more Filipinos embrace cashless transactions for shopping, dining, and paying bills, many are also looking for ways to get more value from their everyday spending. Digital payment apps are no longer just about convenience. They have also become a practical way to unlock discounts, earn rewards, and make daily expenses go further. BDO Pay helps users maximize every transaction by combining cashless payments, exclusive deals, and rewards in one app. Users can enjoy a variety of limited-time offers, including discounts of up to 35% at participating restaurants in SM Aura, complimentary treats at Classic Savory, eGift Card rewards for purchases at participating SM retail stores, and Rewards Peso Points when paying bills or buying mobile load. The app also allows users to pay directly from their BDO bank account or BDO Credit or Debit Card through Scan to Pay, eliminating the need to cash in. Rewards Peso Points and BDO Credit Card points can be redeemed for eGift Cards, converted to cash credits, or transferred to participating rewards programs. Whether paying for meals, shopping, utilities, or mobile load, BDO Pay makes everyday transactions simple, secure, and more rewarding. Download BDO Pay from the App Store, Google Play Store, or Huawei AppGallery to start enjoying exclusive rewards. Visit the BDO website for the complete promo mechanics and the list of participating merchants.

Globe has once again been recognized in Fortune’s Southeast Asia 500 list, underscoring its continued role as one of the region’s leading companies amid a rapidly evolving digital economy. The company ranked No. 119 this year, marking its third consecutive year on the annual list following its recognition in 2024 and 2025. The recognition reflects Globe’s continued scale and contribution to one of the world’s fastest-growing digital economies. Compiled by Fortune, the Southeast Asia 500 ranks the region’s largest companies based on revenue. The list highlights organizations that play a significant role in driving economic growth, innovation, and development across Southeast Asia. For Globe, the recognition reflects its continued transformation beyond traditional telecommunications as it strengthens the digital infrastructure that powers the country’s increasingly connected economy. “This recognition reflects the trust our customers place in us and the dedication of our people as we continue transforming Globe into a more agile and technology-driven organization,” said Carl Cruz, President and CEO of Globe Telecom. “More importantly, it reinforces our responsibility to help build a digitally empowered Philippines by creating solutions that enable progress for individuals, businesses, and communities.” As artificial intelligence, cloud computing, digital payments, and other data-intensive technologies reshape how people live and work, Globe continues to invest in network modernization, cybersecurity, and emerging technologies to help ensure Filipinos and businesses have access to reliable, secure, and high-quality digital services. These investments support the growing digital needs of consumers and enterprises while helping strengthen the foundations of the country’s digital economy. The company is also advancing its transformation into a technology-driven organization by integrating artificial intelligence and automation across key areas of the business. These initiatives are enhancing customer experience, improving operational efficiency, and enabling smarter decision-making, while helping enterprises accelerate their own digital transformation through solutions spanning connectivity, cloud, cybersecurity, managed services, and digital platforms. As the Philippines competes in an increasingly digital and AI-driven world, resilient infrastructure and future-ready technologies will play a greater role in driving long-term growth and competitiveness. Globe remains committed to building the networks, capabilities, and partnerships that will help Filipinos and Philippine businesses participate more fully in the opportunities of the digital economy.            

As new satellite providers explore opportunities in the Philippines and around the world, discussions about the future of telecommunications often focus on a single question: Will satellites replace traditional mobile networks? For Globe, the conversation is bigger than any one technology. As new connectivity solutions emerge, the company believes the focus should remain on expanding digital access, protecting consumers, promoting fair competition, and ensuring that innovation benefits more Filipinos. Globe supports technology-neutral policies that encourage innovation while ensuring that all connectivity providers uphold high standards for service reliability, security and consumer protection, and fair competition. Achieving universal connectivity will require collaboration among industry players, regulators, technology providers, and policymakers, with the goal of ensuring every Filipino has access to reliable, secure, and accessible digital services. “No single technology can connect a nation,” said Carl Cruz, President and CEO of Globe Telecom. “The challenge is not deciding which technology wins. The challenge is ensuring every Filipino has access to reliable connectivity wherever they are. Mobile networks, fiber infrastructure, submarine cables, and satellite technologies each have a role to play in building a more connected, resilient, and inclusive Philippines. And this is exactly what we hope to fully achieve as we map out our footprint in the country.” As digital services become increasingly embedded in everyday life, connectivity ha s evolved into essential infrastructure. Education, healthcare, financial services, government transactions, and emergency response all depend on reliable digital access, making connectivity as critical to modern society as other basic utilities. For decades, mobile networks, fiber infrastructure, and submarine cables have formed the backbone of the Philippines’ digital ecosystem. These investments continue to provide the capacity, speed, and resilience needed to support millions of Filipinos, businesses, and communities every day. At the same time, satellite technology is opening new opportunities to reach areas where traditional network deployment remains challenging. Remote islands, geographically isolated communities, transportation corridors, and disaster-affected locations can benefit from satellite capabilities that extend the reach of existing networks and help strengthen connectivity where it is needed most. Rather than viewing satellite and terrestrial networks as competing technologies, Globe sees them as complementary components of a broader connectivity ecosystem. This approach is reflected in Globe’s efforts to build a multi-network platform that integrates mobile, fiber, wireless, submarine cable, and satellite technologies, including its partnership with Starlink to offer satellite-to-mobile capabilities that can help extend connectivity beyond the reach of traditional cellular infrastructure and provide additional resilience during emergencies and disaster response. Globe has already begun integrating satellite capabilities into its connectivity ecosystem. The company has also recently deployed satellite-based connectivity solutions during emergency response efforts in Mindanao, providing an additional layer of communications support in affected areas while network restoration activities were underway. This presents a significant opportunity for a country like the Philippines, where geography has long posed challenges to expanding connectivity. By combining multiple technologies, the industry can help close coverage gaps, strengthen network resilience, and bring digital opportunities to more communities across the country. For Globe, the future is not satellite versus mobile. It is about building a seamless connectivity ecosystem where technologies work together to ensure every Filipino can stay connected and participate fully in an increasingly digital world.                  

Cebu Pacific (CEB) advises AirSWIFT customers that effective July 1, 2026, all AirSWIFT flights will be operated by Cebgo. During this transition, there will be no changes in AirSWIFT’s flight schedules and services as flights to and from El Nido will continue as scheduled. Additionally, all T6 coded flights will be coded as DG flights as these will be operated by Cebgo. AirSWIFT currently operates flights between Clark and El Nido in northern Palawan, and between El Nido and other major tourist destinations in the country including Boracay, Bohol, Cebu, and Coron. CEB currently flies to 35 domestic and 26 international destinations. CEB reminds passengers to book their flights directly through CEB’s official website, mobile app, and affiliated travel partners and agencies to avoid issues with booking and managing their flights.

  Free Vulnerability Assessment solution   As more businesses embrace digital operations and AI-driven tools, cybersecurity is becoming just as important as connectivity itself. For many small and medium enterprises (SMEs), the challenge is finding a way to grow securely in an environment where they face silent, invisible digital threats. This protection is vital because SMEs are the backbone of local communities, generating millions of jobs and driving national economic growth. Yet, as these businesses shift online, cyberattacks targeting them have surged by up to 325% because automated bots continuously scan the internet for unlocked digital doors, regardless of a company’s name or size. In the latest installment of The Blueprint by Globe, Globe Business highlights that GFiber Broadband plans now include Free Vulnerability Assessment Scan (VA) to help businesses build a more secure digital foundation. By combining high-speed connectivity with proactive cybersecurity directly into everyday internet connectivity, Globe Business is changing the paradigm. Cybersecurity should not be viewed as an expensive cost center, but should instead be embedded directly into an organization’s everyday business operations. This democratizes protection regardless of business size and digital maturity. This free protective service is bundled with GFiber Broadband plans starting at Plan 1299 and extending through Plans 1499, 1999, 2499, and 2999, with the number of bundled Vulnerability Assessment scans increasing with each plan tier. Each scan can save a business PHP 4,500, giving Filipino entrepreneurs immediate savings they can reinvest back into their operations. “No entrepreneur, regardless of their size, should have to risk their entire life’s work just because cybersecurity feels too expensive or too complicated,” said KD Dizon, Globe Chief Marketing Officer. “By embedding proactive protection directly into their everyday business connection, we are helping local enterprises move past the era of basic connectivity and transition toward intelligent resilience, ensuring that as their business scales, their protection scales with it.” The integrated Free VA Scan serves as a critical digital diagnostic tool, performing three essential functions for a business. First, it detects security vulnerabilities. It identifies weaknesses across the entire network, website, and devices to protect sensitive customer data before a breach can happen. Second, it minimizes costly downtime. It prevents operations from halting and sales from stopping due to malware infections or network disruptions. Third, it drives IT efficiency. By mapping out exact digital vulnerabilities, it eliminates the critical guesswork, allowing them to allocate their IT budgets precisely where they are needed most rather than wasting resources. The solution also supports businesses across different industries. For e-commerce and retail companies, it helps secure online transactions and customer payment data. Healthcare providers can better protect sensitive patient information, while financial institutions and legal firms can strengthen the security of confidential records, contracts and digital communications. Hotels, restaurants, and cafes can also help safeguard guest information, payment systems and online transactions while maintaining reliable connectivity. Through solutions that combine everyday business broadband with robust, built-in security, Globe Business continues to strengthen its role as a trusted partner in intelligent transformation, helping Philippine businesses build secure digital platforms to innovate, scale, and succeed safely in the digital economy.              

MANILA, Philippibes -In response to ongoing global economic pressures, LANDBANK is waiving its fees on select online government payments, enabling Filipinos to transact with government agencies more conveniently and at a lower cost. From 01 June 2026 to 31 December 2026, LANDBANK will implement zero fees on eligible person-to-government (P2G) transactions made via QRPh, as part of the Bank’s ongoing efforts to make everyday banking more affordable. LANDBANK’s move also supports the National Government’s whole-of-government response to rising costs and the global economic challenges, while expanding access to affordable financial services under the Unified Package for Livelihoods, Industry, Food, and Transport (UPLIFT) Program. The fee waiver covers transactions completed through three QRPh-enabled payment channels: (1) LANDBANK Link.BizPortal via QRPh option; (2) QRPh standees at participating government institutions; and (3) government agencies’ websites where LANDBANK Link.BizPortal via QRPh is selected as the payment mode. Eligible payments include fees to participating government institutions — such as select national government agencies (NGAs), government-owned and controlled corporations (GOCCs), local government units (LGUs), water districts, and state universities and colleges (SUCs) — supporting faster and more convenient payments for police clearance, real property taxes, business permits, apostille certificates, and other dues. Payment channels other than QRPh, as well as charges imposed by merchants or other service providers, if any, are not covered by the LANDBANK fee waiver and shall remain in effect. “LANDBANK’s zero convenience fees for online government payments provides convenient access to essential public transactions at no additional cost. Transacting with government agencies online is now more affordable. This initiative is part of our continuous efforts to bring government services closer to the people,” said Finance Secretary and LANDBANK Chair Frederick D. Go. LANDBANK President and CEO Lynette V. Ortiz said that the initiative aims to make government transactions more convenient and affordable amid economic challenges, while promoting greater digital banking adoption. “LANDBANK is waiving fees for online government payments to make services more accessible, while bringing more Filipinos into the digital financial ecosystem. This supports our broader goal of advancing financial inclusion and delivering services that are more responsive to the needs of the public,” said LANDBANK President and CEO Ortiz. The rollout of free government payment services complements LANDBANK’s efforts to lower transaction costs, including the recent reduction of InstaPay transfer fees from ₱15 to ₱8, effective 21 May 2026. As the country’s leading government bank, LANDBANK continues to drive a more inclusive and cash-lite economy by making digital transactions simpler, more accessible, and more affordable for all.

LANDBANK has reduced its InstaPay transfer fee for person-to-person (P2P) transactions from ₱15 to ₱8, reinforcing its commitment to make digital financial services more affordable and accessible for Filipinos. Effective 21 May 2026, the lower fee applies to P2P fund transfers conducted via the LANDBANK Mobile Banking App and iAccess. To further benefit customers, the Bank is also offering one free InstaPay transfer per day for transactions amounting to ₱1,000 and below. The move aims to ease the cost of everyday financial transactions while encouraging broader adoption of secure, fast, and cashless payment channels. The initiative aligns with President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s directive to expand access to affordable financial services and accelerate digitalization to support inclusive economic growth. “Reducing digital transaction costs is a crucial step in bringing more Filipinos into the formal financial system. By making fund transfers more affordable, LANDBANK is helping empower individuals, families, and small businesses to participate more actively in the digital economy,” said Finance Secretary and LANDBANK Chair Frederick D. Go. LANDBANK President and CEO Lynette V. Ortiz underscored the Bank’s focus on delivering inclusive and cost-efficient digital solutions. “LANDBANK remains committed to advancing financial inclusion by making digital banking more affordable and accessible. By lowering transaction fees, we are enabling more Filipinos to use secure and convenient digital channels for their everyday financial transactions,” said LANDBANK President and CEO Ortiz. Soon, LANDBANK will roll out zero LANDBANK fees for person-to-government (P2G) payment services for select government transactions, making it easier, faster, and more affordable for Filipinos to settle taxes, fees, and other public dues online. As the country’s leading government bank, LANDBANK continues to champion a more inclusive and cash-lite economy by delivering innovative, accessible, and cost-efficient digital financial solutions to the public.            

BDO Unibank and Mastercard are marking two decades of collaboration that has helped shape how overseas Filipinos send and receive money, and stay financially connected to their families back home Over the years, the collaboration has reached more than 4 million Filipinos abroad, supporting remittance and payment services designed to be faster, more secure, and accessible. Combining BDO’s remittance network with Mastercard’s global payments infrastructure, the two organizations have played a role in expanding access to financial services for Filipinos across different markets. “For the last 20 years, the collaboration between BDO and Mastercard has helped serve overseas Filipinos—over 4 million of them—and we look forward to the next 20 years of working with BDO,” said Jason Crasto, Country Manager, Philippines, Mastercard. The collaboration is also reflected in everyday financial use. Millions of BDO ATM cards carrying the Mastercard logo are used locally and overseas, supporting transactions that range from remittances to daily purchases. “We’re proud to stand alongside BDO in this collaboration that has reached millions of Filipinos here and abroad. Its use across markets reflects the role we’ve built together over the years in supporting how they stay connected financially,” Crasto added. For BDO, the collaboration is closely tied to its focus on serving overseas Filipinos and their families. “At the heart of our 20-year collaboration with Mastercard is a shared commitment to serve our kabayans,” said Genie Gloria, senior vice president and head of Remittance at BDO. She noted that beyond facilitating transactions, the aim has been to make it easier for Filipinos abroad to support their families. “As we look ahead, our focus remains clear—to continuously innovate and uplift the remittance experience, ensuring that every remittance is not just a transaction, but a connection delivered with care and trust,” Gloria said. As digital adoption continues to shape financial behavior, both organizations said they are working on new solutions aimed at improving security, convenience, and accessibility, particularly for Filipinos navigating cross-border transactions. “There’s a lot of innovation you’ll be hearing more about in 2026,” Crasto said, noting that upcoming initiatives will focus on making transactions simpler and more secure for users. As the collaboration moves forward, BDO and Mastercard said they remain focused on expanding financial access and supporting Filipinos wherever they may be.  

Globe delivered strong year-on-year growth in the first quarter of 2026, demonstrating business resilience and strong execution amid a challenging macroeconomic environment. Consolidated gross service revenues reached Php42 billion, up 5% year-on-year, supported by sustained demand for connectivity and digital services. Data continued to anchor performance, contributing 91% of total consolidated service revenues, underscoring the strength and scale of Globe’s core connectivity platforms. Mobile data remained a key growth driver, with revenues rising 11% year-on-year to Php26.8 billion, while traffic expanded 18% to 1,810 petabytes, reflecting sustained usage across video, social media, gaming, and digital payments. The 1Q2026 performance marks Globe’s second-highest quarterly revenue level on record, reflecting sustained business momentum following its peak in the fourth quarter of 2025. It also represents one of its strongest start to a year in recent periods, with all core segments, including mobile, broadband, and enterprise, contributing to growth. Essential Nature of Connectivity The continued expansion of data usage highlights the essential nature of connectivity, even as consumers navigate tighter spending conditions. Growth was driven by structural digital adoption rather than short-term consumption patterns, reinforcing the durability of Globe’s revenue base. Mobile revenues reached Php30 billion, up 6% year-on-year, supported by strong data monetization and a growing subscriber base. Home broadband revenues rose 6% to Php6.2 billion, driven by deeper fiber adoption, while corporate data revenues increased 6% to Php5.1 billion, led by demand for ICT and cloud-enabled solutions. Profitability remained stable, with EBITDA growing 7% year-on-year to Php22.2 billion and margins expanding to 52.8%, reflecting disciplined cost management alongside sustained topline growth. Core net income rose 9% year-on-year to Php4.9 billion, indicating underlying earnings strength despite external pressures. “We are pleased to have sustained our momentum into the first quarter of 2026, delivering resilient topline growth of 5% year-on-year. This was driven by disciplined execution and prudent cost management, alongside sustained demand for data and connectivity,” said Carl Cruz, Globe President and CEO. High-impact network, capacity upgrades Against the backdrop of ongoing global uncertainties, including geopolitical tensions affecting energy costs and consumer behavior, Globe has adopted a focused and disciplined operating approach to protect margins and sustain overall service quality. The company continues to prioritize efficient capital allocation, directing investments toward high-impact network and capacity upgrades while maintaining positive free cash flow and minimizing foreign exchange exposure. Capital expenditures for the quarter reached Php12.7 billion, with 91% allocated to data-related initiatives, reinforcing Globe’s commitment to delivering a reliable and high-quality network experience nationwide. “We are operating with discipline with a war-like stance, focusing on protecting margins, optimizing our capital spend, and ensuring that our customers continue to receive a reliable, high-quality network experience. This approach allows us to remain resilient while positioning the business for long-term growth,” Cruz added. Looking ahead, Globe expects full-year performance to reflect evolving market conditions, including potential impacts on consumer spending and rising operating costs such as power rates. The company is guiding for low to mid single-digit revenue growth for the year, aligned with its focus on sustainable, quality growth. Globe’s first-quarter results underscore the strength of its data-driven strategy, demonstrating that connectivity-led growth remains resilient across economic cycles while continuing to support the country’s accelerating digital transformation.