RCBC rolls out USD hold-and-convert feature onPulz
TAGUIG CITY, Philippines — Rizal Commercial Banking Corporation (RCBC) has become the first Philippine bank to roll out a digital banking feature that allows users to hold U.S. dollars and convert them to Philippine pesos in real time, giving customers greater flexibility in managing foreign currency based on preferred timing and exchange rates. This makes […]
RCBC brings ATM Go to GIDA communities with Starlink-enabled connectivity
Taguig City, Philippines — In support of the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas’s (BSP) initiative to harness satellite internet connectivity to improve financial inclusion in underserved and geographically isolated and disadvantaged areas (GIDAs), Rizal Commercial Banking Corporation has been scaling up its RCBC ATM Go network powered by Starlink. RCBC ATM Go, the bank’s community-centric, “kapitbahay […]
RCBC enterprise data, AI strategy take spotlight at Mobile World Congress Barcelona
BARCELONA, SPAIN – Rizal Commercial Banking Corporation (RCBC) showcased its enterprise data platform initiative at the Mobile World Congress (MWC) in Barcelona, Spain on March 2, 2026, with Executive Vice President and Chief Innovation and Inclusion Officer Lito Villanueva presenting the bank’s data-led transformation roadmap. MWC Barcelona is regarded as one of the largest and […]
FinTech Alliance PH urges stronger fraud defense, digital trust
TAGUIG CITY – Over 600 leaders from the banking, fintech, government, and digital sectors gathered at the 2026 General Membership Meeting (GMM) of FinTech Alliance PH on March 11 at Marquis Events Place in Bonifacio Global City, reaffirming their commitment to strengthening trust, security, and inclusion in the country’s fast-growing digital financial ecosystem. Hosted by […]
FinTech Alliance PH, KasKasan Buddies inkpartnership to advance financial literacy
TAGUIG CITY – FinTech Alliance PH has formalized a strategic partnership with KasKasan Buddies, one of the Philippines’ largest digital financial literacy communities, to expand public awareness on digital finance, responsible money habits, and protection against online scams. The partnership was formalized through a Memorandum of Agreement signed during the FinTech Alliance PH 2026 General […]
FinTech Alliance PH, ASEAN BAC partner ondigital finance agenda for ASEAN 2026
TAGUIG CITY — FinTech Alliance PH and the ASEAN Business Advisory Council (ASEAN BAC) formalized a strategic collaboration to advance digital financial innovation and inclusion across Southeast Asia, supporting the Philippines’ role as ASEAN Chair in 2026. The partnership was announced during the FinTech Alliance PH 2026 General Membership Meeting held on March 11 at […]
How RCBC Pulz’s hold & convert helps you maximize every dollar
On most days, a Filipino freelancer or virtual assistant’s workspace consists of a laptop on any surface at home or in a coffee shop, an energy-giving beverage in hand, and a client call scheduled at 10 pm to match a U.S. time zone. Paydays for the same workers of overseas companies also look quite similar. […]
The Strategic Valuation Paradox: Analyzing the Contested Privatization of IDBI Bank and the Erosion of Sovereign Bargaining Power in India’s Banking Sector
A significant reconfiguration of the Indian financial landscape was documented in the first quarter of 2026, as the protracted divestment of IDBI Bank transitioned into a decisive phase. It was reported by various financial observers that Fairfax Financial, a Canadian insurance holding firm, has emerged as the primary contender in the pursuit of a 61% […]