Philippines Business News

Singapore Logistics Webinar to Be Hosted by Nippon Express (South Asia & Oceania)

TOKYO, Oct. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Nippon Express (South Asia & Oceania) Pte. Ltd., a group company of NIPPON EXPRESS HOLDINGS, INC., will be holding the "Singapore Logistics Webinar" on Wednesday, October 21 and Thursday, October 22, 2026. Logo: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1dqm0cxpYamnvMUra1AGXMuGlX932Z353/view?usp=drive_link Image: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1RPeNwXcNGniowCSz1mOsV5Uyp02jLkwe/view?usp=sharing With its strategic geographical location and advanced logistics infrastructu

UOB and Amazon Web Services sign Memorandum of Understanding to explore AI-driven banking innovation across ASEAN

The collaboration will develop a hybrid infrastructure model for banking in ASEAN and explore strategic opportunities across data, analytics and customer engagement. SINGAPORE, Oct. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- UOB and Amazon Web Services (AWS) today announced plans to collaborate through a dedicated cloud environment in Singapore as part of a first-of-its-kind hybrid infrastructure model for banking in ASEAN. Mr Lawrence Goh, Head of Group Technology and Operations, UOB (seated left) and Mr Jaime Va

ANT DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES AND HSBC ANNOUNCE SUCCESSFUL AI AGENT MICROPAYMENT TECHNICAL VERIFICATION TEST

Ant Digital Technologies' infrastructure enabled AI agents to discover services, invoke them and manage micropayment settlement. Verification test used HSBC Tokenised Deposit Service (TDS) and related settlement capabilities. The technologies demonstrated a potential end-to-end model for AI agent micropayment transactions using tokenised deposits.HONG KONG, Oct. 9, 2026/PRNewswire/ -- Ant Digital Technologies and HSBC have successfully completed a technical verification test showcasing the poten

FEU sweeps SSC-R, takes solo lead in SSL Unity Cup

MANILA, Philippines — Far Eastern University barely broke a sweat to claim its second straight win at the expense of San Sebastian College-Recoletos, 25-14, 25-16, 25-21, in the 2026 Shakey’s Super League (SSL) Unity Cup on Friday at the Rizal Memorial Coliseum. Lovely Lopez scored nine of her 13 points in the third set, punching in crucial hits to help the Lady Tamaraws repel the Lady Stags’ desperate fightback as FEU took the solo top spot in Pool C. “Pinag-igihan lang

mWell puts mental health in focus with Mind Health program for UAAP community

MANILA, Philippines — Mental health is a concern that extends beyond the playing court, affecting students, student-athletes, and alumni across the UAAP community. Student-athletes, in particular, often juggle academics with demanding training and competition schedules, with some also representing the Philippines on the international stage. The recently concluded 20th Asian Games Aichi-Nagoya 2026 is one example, with several student-athletes from the UAAP balancing school responsibilities

OpenAI says it has fired three researchers for violating sensitive information policy

OPENAI fired three of its researchers last week after an investigation found they violated policies on handling sensitive…

Chinese Bridge world final for secondary school students wraps up in Tianjin

Organizing Committee of the 19th Chinese Proficiency Competition for Foreign Secondary School Students TIANJIN, China, Oct. 09, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The world finals of the 19th Chinese Proficiency Competition for Foreign Secondary School Students and the 6th Chinese Show for Foreign Primary School Students, two major competitions in the Chinese Bridge program, recently wrapped up in Tianjin Municipality in northern China. A Media Snippet accompanying this announcement is available by clicki

In ‘Always Lalisa,’ K-pop superstar Lisa comes of age and embarks on a new career in acting

TORONTO — Even people unfamiliar with the K-pop superstar Lisa, of the group Blackpink, have probably experienced her global sway. In the spring of 2024, the Thai singer and rapper was photographed with a strange little plush monster hanging from her handbag, grinning with serrated teeth. That was all it took for the Labubu craze to be born. “I’m sorry!” Lisa says. “But I can’t help it. It’s really cute. We’re kids!” It’s the morning af

Linkin Park documentary 'Unshatter' tracks band's emotional return to recording, touring

LOS ANGELES — For years after the death of frontman Chester Bennington, members of Linkin Park weren't sure if the band would — or should — continue to exist. The new documentary “Linkin Park: Unshatter” takes fans inside the uncertainty, grief and creative risk behind their return, including raw footage of early recording sessions, conversations and experimentation that eventually led to Emily Armstrong joining the group. Formed in Agoura Hills, California, in 1996

GSIS reaffirms stronger support for more than 600,000 pensioners

THE Government Service Insurance System (GSIS) is reaffirming its commitment to pensioners and retirees through measures that strengthen financial protection and broaden access, as the nation marks Filipino Elderly Week (October 1–7). The week is observed annually under Presidential Proclamation No. 470 (s.1994). These initiatives, which are already in place, include reforms to survivorship pensions, more flexible rules for the Christmas cash gift, a higher funeral benefit, fully digital p

Ex-prince Andrew raid warrants ruled 'unlawful' but UK police maintain probe

London, United Kingdom — Disgraced former prince Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor won a legal challenge over searches of his royal homes after police agreed the warrants they obtained were "unlawful", a High Court judge disclosed Thursday. However, the London court must still decide whether police can continue to hold items seized in the raids, with both the judge and police stressing the investigation remained ongoing. King Charles III's brother was arrested on his 66th birthday in February on

Ready to go electric? What to know before making the switch

As World EV Day puts electric vehicles (EVs) in the spotlight, Pioneer Insurance is reminding Filipinos that EV…

Albay mayors give ALECO ultimatum to solve persistent power interruptions

The electric cooperative attributes the outages to ongoing national-funded substation upgrades, promising Phase 1 completion in 2026 amid rising public frustration over their unreliable services

Will Nobel Peace Prize pick make waves at the White House?

Oslo, Norway — The winner of the Nobel Peace Prize will be announced Friday in Oslo, with much of the attention this year centred on how US President Donald Trump, eager to win it himself, will react. The laureate will be revealed at 11:00 am (0900 GMT) at the Nobel Institute in Oslo. In a world ravaged by conflicts and crises, 287 individuals and organisations have been nominated for the ultimate diplomatic and humanitarian accolade this year. Their identities are kept secret for 50 years

Statement of the Commission on Human Rights on World Teachers’ Day and the culmination of National Teachers’ Month

THE Commission on Human Rights (CHR) joins the nation and the international community in observing World Teachers’ Day and the culmination of National Teachers’ Month on October 5, 2026. We honor educators whose work helps fulfil the right to education and enables learners to understand their rights, develop their abilities, and participate meaningfully in society. Honoring teachers requires protecting their rights, welfare, professional development, and meaningful participation in d

PhilFIDA seeks wider market for Philippine fibers at HABI fair

The Philippine Fiber Industry Development Authority (PhilFIDA) is developing an online marketplace to connect local farmers and fiber…

CCPI presses PHL to diversify growth, build self-sufficient industries

THE Philippines must diversify its growth drivers and use its natural resources to boost its competitiveness in the…

Canada loses jobs in September, wiping out employment gains for 2026

DOE targets P27bn microgrid rollout

DOE expects its microgrid auction to attract up to P27 billion and electrify 101,500 households across 369 remote areas.

Agri output likely contracted in 3Q

The DA expects agricultural output to have contracted in 3Q26 after expanding in 2Q26, with weakness potentially extending through 1Q27 as El Niño intensifies.

ICT: Hapag-Lloyd suspends Philippine bookings amid port congestion

Hapag-Lloyd has reportedly suspended new bookings to Manila, Batangas and Subic until December 31, citing port congestion and constraints on empty-container returns.

Philippines, Japan strengthen Asia’s clean energy cooperation

AZEC Ministerial Meeting advances regional oil stockpiling, energy security, renewable energy investments, and sustainable economic growth The Philippines…

7.2% high inflation rate weakens Philippine peso — economist

Leyco explained that even the 5% interest rate hike by the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas in August is being outweighed by the surge in inflation.

[Vantage Point] The Senate’s Villar problem

Putting former DPWH secretary Mark Villar in charge of the oversight desk looks less like legislative stewardship and more like institutional conflict of interest