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The Philippines’ leading finance super app, GCash, has introduced two new game-changing products — GCash PocketPay, which allows merchants to accept card payments seamlessly, and the GCash Virtual US Account, which enables freelancers to receive salaries straight to their e-wallet accounts without additional charges.   Helping MSMEs grow their businesses through card payments   MSMEs are limited to cash only and miss out on additional purchases from credit cards. With the launch of PocketPay, micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) can now grow their businesses by accepting card payments directly through an Android smartphone.   The tap-to-pay functionality is especially built for mobile sellers, delivery-based vendors, and pop-up merchants operating outside traditional retail channels. It allows businesses to meet customer demand for card payments without investing in costly hardware. The feature is available with zero transaction fees ...

Philippines’ leading super finance app, GCash, through official lending arm Fuse Financing Inc., is extending a 30-day due date extension for GLoan and GGives borrowers impacted by Typhoon Tino.  This applies to borrowers whose loans are due between November 5 and 7, 2025 and residing in areas hardest hit by the typhoon: Guian (Samar), Cebu City, North Cebu, South Cebu, Dinagat Islands, Silago, Southern Leyte, and Toboso, Negros Occidental.  Eligible accounts will automatically receive a one-month due date extension. For example, a loan originally due on November 5 will now be due on December 5. During this period, Automatic Debit Arrangement feature will be temporarily disabled, allowing customers to prioritize emergency needs and recovery. No additional interest, late fees, or penalties will be charged during the extension period.  Eligible borrowers will also receive SMS notifications detailing their new due dates ...

Manila/ November 2025 TECNO’s POVA 7 Ultra 5G is taking centerstage this month at the Honor of Kings’ (HOK) main yearend global esports event as 2025 Honor of Kings International Championship (KIC2025) official gaming phone. Running from November 14 to the 30th in the Philippines, the KIC2025 will gather the world’s top 16 top-tier teams that will battle it out for the top spot and US$1,000,000 prize pool. The world’s most-played multiplayer online battle arena (MOBA) game, HOK has more than 100 million daily players. It is developed by Timi Studios and published by Level Infinite.  As the official gaming phone, AI-driven innovative technology brand TECNO’s interstellar-inspired POVA 7 Ultra 5G brings flagship power with a durable 6000mAh battery, 70W Ultra Charge, and 30W Wireless Fast Charge, powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 8350 Ultimate AI Processor for top-tier gaming performance and multi-tasking efficiency.  Rise for Honor KIC2025 will showcase the cultural diversity o...

Fuse Financing, Inc., the lending arm of GCash, led a discussion on fair borrowing options for Filipino micro-retailers and agri-entrepreneurs at the recently concluded Agriverse Summit 2025 held in Pasay City. The event brought together agripreneurs, government officials, innovators, and small business owners to explore how technology can support business growth, boost agricultural productivity, and promote sustainable farming.   Organized by the Asia Small Business Federation (ASBF) and Philippine Association of Stores and Cardinderia Owners (PASCO), Fuse Financing chief product officer and strategy head Baby Aquino highlighted the company's commitment to restoring dignity and fairness to borrowing for the Filipino micro-retail and agricultural sector.   In a fireside chat "Digital Wallets, Local Markets: Unlocking Growth for Micro-Retail and Agribusiness," Aquino also shared how Fuse is redefining access to finance through digital technology. The company replaces explo...

As part of the 917 GDay 2025 celebrations, Globe Business turned the spotlight on Filipino entrepreneurs whose businesses prove that passion and purpose can go hand in hand. The first-ever G Fair Awards honored local SME partners not only for what they sell, but for the values they stand for: innovation, community, and sustainability. “Through G Fair, we see how small businesses bring innovation, heart, and resilience to every challenge,” said Yoly Crisanto, Globe Chief Sustainability and Corporate Communications Officer. “The winners remind us that success is not just about growth, but about the impact you create for people and the planet.” KD Dizon, Head of Globe Business, added: “These entrepreneurs embody the courage to innovate and the commitment to do better. Their success inspires others to scale their business and amplify their positive impact in the communities they serve.” For two days, G Fair served as a dynamic platform for local businesses. It transformed into a stage wher...

Manila, Philippines, November 7, 2025  – Global AI device ecosystem company HONOR Philippines just recently launched its all-new HONOR X7d, and now they’re giving it away for just one peso this Shopee 11.11 Mega Pamasko Sale!     “This is not a drill! You can get HONOR X7d for just one peso this 11.11! This is a very sweet surprise for our HONOR fans around the country. We positioned HONOR X7d as a durable entry-level phone showcasing comprehensive drop protection with prestigious SGS Premium Performance Certification of Drop & Crush Resistance and to get it for just one peso, that’s the best deal our HONOR fans can ever get,” said HONOR Philippines Vice President Stephen Cheng.    About HONOR X7d      The corners reinforced by Rhinoceros-like structure Bulletproof Vests Design, Cushioning and Fall Protection Architecture and Decentralized Force Design safeguards the phones from different daily impacts.    Equipped with an IP65 Water Resi...