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Got scammed? Here is the one official place to report it to the SEC
Since April 1, 2026, complaints involving scams, illegal investment schemes, and financial violations must be filed through the SEC iMessage Portal.
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AI scams are on the rise. Here’s what they look like and how to avoid them
AI-powered scams are becoming more convincing, using fake identities, voice and face cloning, and fake investment platforms to deceive consumers and steal money.
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News
UNO Digital Bank resolves InstaPay issue
UNO Digital Bank has completed account corrections and fund reversals for affected InstaPay transactions, while InstaPay and PESONet services remain temporarily paused.
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Financial Literacy
Fuel surcharges just doubled. Here’s how to soften the hit on your budget
The CAB raised fuel surcharges to Level 19 for flights from April 16 to 30, increasing ticket costs for domestic and international travelers.
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Cards
High electricity bill this month? Here’s what you’re really paying for and how to pay it smarter
Meralco raised April 2026 rates by ₱0.5335 per kWh, adding about ₱107 to a typical 200-kWh household bill, while cashback cards can help offset costs.
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Advisories
Your driver’s license data may be at risk: What Filipino drivers need to know
A complaint involving the LTO’s foreign contractor Dermalog has raised concerns about the security and control of Filipino drivers’ personal and biometric data.
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News
Why your bank’s OTP is changing on June 30, 2026
BSP-supervised banks and payment providers are phasing out SMS and email OTPs for high-risk transactions by June 30, 2026, replacing them with stronger authentication methods.
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Financial Literacy
Your Maya Bank certificate now shows your ADB — and that matters for visa applications
Maya now includes Average Daily Balance on bank certificates and statements, making it easier for travelers to document their financial history when applying for visas.
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Financial Literacy
Pag-IBIG raises housing loan limit to ₱10 million
Pag-IBIG Fund has raised its maximum housing loan ceiling to ₱10 million, giving qualified Filipino workers more financing options for homes in urban areas.
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News
Pag-IBIG earned ₱16.7 billion in three months, and members benefit too
Pag-IBIG Fund’s net income reached ₱16.772 billion in the first quarter of 2026, strengthening the savings, dividends, and housing programs available to its members.
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News
PAL is joining oneworld — here’s what it means for your miles
Philippine Airlines is set to join the oneworld Alliance in 2027, expanding the destinations where Mabuhay Miles can be earned and redeemed while adding new travel benefits for Filipino passengers.
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News
PNB is now a JCB partner — what it means for Japan-bound Filipinos
PNB’s new partnership with JCB gives Filipino travelers access to enhanced rewards, airport lounge benefits, and exclusive merchant offers when using eligible JCB cards in Japan.
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