Data from the Cybercrime Investigation and Coordinating Center (CICC) showed a sharp increase in cybercrime complaints, from 3,317 in 2023 to 10,004 in 2024. Consumer fraud comprised 35% of the reports, with losses nearing ₱198 million.
The Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI) is marking its 174th anniversary with plans to further strengthen its digital initiatives as part of its ongoing transformation strategy.
BPI’s #ProudtoBePartofIt campaign earned a Gold Anvil and was among the top three finalists for the Platinum Anvil, the highest distinction for PR Tools.
Recently, the government passed a law that criminalized "money mule-ing" activities -- the Anti-Financial Account Scamming Act (AFASA). Through this policy reform, a person found guilty of acting as money mule will be penalized.
From December 11 to December 31, 2024, customers across the country can indulge in a free New Tiramisu McFlurry or New Hazelnut McFlurry with every qualifying transaction made through the VYBE app.
The audible alerts allow the sellers to speed up the payment process and cater to faster checkouts, enabling merchants to process more transactions, especially in high-traffic environments.
Targeting young individuals who want to grow their wealth even as they jump from one job to another, BPI said it will launch within the year a new product called BPI Wealth Builder Multi-Asset Mutual Fund, which users can use and monitor online.
