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Fintech solutions in the country have not fully taken off yet, with still more than 36 million unbanked Filipinos. While the country’s business financing ecosystem remains limited, many startups have already entered the E-wallet industry. One such digital company is PisoPay.com which takes pride in customizing banking solutions for its clients.  Such service-oriented delivery for […]

Digital security is undoubtedly the first defense for every business that relies on modern online technologies. In the Philippines, 42% of companies reported falling prey to ransomware tactics, which resulted in an estimated loss of Php 40 million in 2020. This year, cyberattacks continue to increase by 12%. As one of the leading providers for […]

While there’s a handful of digital platforms treading the social media route, Share Treats Innovation Corporation (STIC) is the first in the country to combine the possibilities that both eCommerce and social media can offer through gifticons.  To share treats, users can simply log on to their Facebook accounts, choose a sticker with a corresponding […]

Today, 86% of Philippine-based companies are undergoing digital transformation to improve business operations and consumer offerings.  Panther Products Philippines, Inc. is a local company that has successfully reaped the benefits of introducing an interactive website. Via the website, the company was able to provide more convenient and user-friendly experiences for its visitors and loyal followers. […]

As cryptocurrency continues to become stronger in the local mainstream, with over 4.3 million Filipinos either owning or are involved in trading, more companies are ramping up convenience and security measures via their platforms.  ABA Global Philippines Inc., more known for its trade name COEXSTAR PH, is one of the country’s leading virtual currency exchange […]

The country’s online gaming industry saw exponential growth last year, with more of the younger generation turning to mobile games. 2020 reports indicated a revenue increase of up to $200 million year-on-year, and there are no signs of stopping its upward trajectory anytime soon. In fact, the local mobile games market is expected to reach […]

Election of OSD and 8% Preferential Tax Rate for availing taxpayers on the Filing of the 1st Quarter Income Tax Return Pursuant to Section 34(L) of the Tax Code, individuals or corporations may avail of Optional Standard Deduction (OSD) in lieu of itemized deductions which may be advantageous to availing taxpayers as long as it […]

An Act affording more protection to consumers of financial products and services to promote transparency, fair and sound market conduct, reasonable, and effective handling of financial consumer disputes On May 6, 2022, Republic Act (RA) No. 11765, also known as Financial Products and Services Consumer Protection Act, was signed by President Rodrigo Duterte providing more […]

Even long before the COVID-19 pandemic forced global companies to adopt digital transformation and stay afloat in their respective industries, digitalization has been on a steady upward trajectory since the 1990s. Today, when data is considered one of the biggest commodities in business, more Philippine companies are shifting their focus online to drive robust growth […]

Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) issued Revenue Memorandum Circular (RMC) No. 36-2022 to establish a uniform template for VAT Zero Percent (0%) Certification to be issued by Investment Promotion Agencies (IPA) annually as presented to the Q and A No. 34 of RMC No. 24-2022 I. VAT Zero Percent Certification to Registered Export Enterprises contains: […]