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Globe marked the season of giving and togetherness with the second installment of The Blueprint by Globe, celebrating the year-end holidays at The Globe Tower, Bonifacio Global City in Taguig. With the theme “Lighting Up the Season with Purposeful Connectivity and Meaningful Connections,” the event showcased how Globe continues to shape the Filipino digital lifestyle, not just through innovation, but with intention. The Blueprint by Globe charts the evolving design of a connected future where technology is built not for its own sake, but to include, protect, and empower every Filipino. From frictionless digital experiences to nation-building infrastructure, Globe’s forward-thinking approach lays the foundation for a truly inclusive digital nation. “Through each quarter, we’ve explored the different layers of this design, from innovation and inclusion to sustainability and digital empowerment,” said Roche Vanderberghe, Chief Marketing Officer at Globe. “And today, as we close the year, ...

Commuting is a daily routine shared by millions of Filipinos, often filled with long rides and unpredictable moments. To provide peace of mind on these journeys, GCash, through its in-app digital insurance platform GInsure, has partnered with BPI MS Insurance to launch PasaHERO Protect, an affordable and inclusive accident insurance that covers all forms of public transport* including jeepneys, buses, trains, and even motorcycles used in ride-hailing services like TNVS (Transport Network Vehicle Services) within the Philippines. In addition, the policy’s double indemnity feature for accidents that occur on public transport aims to offer even more peace of mind. Available through the GCash app, PasaHERO Protect provides Filipinos with up to Php 500,000 in the event of death or permanent disability caused by an accident while using public transportation; and up to Php 250,000 coverage for other accidents with premiums starti...

SINGAPORE, 15 September 2025 – Alipay+, Ant International’s global wallet gateway, and Grab, Southeast Asia’s leading superapp, have announced the integration of Grab’s ride-hailing services into Alipay+ Voyager, its inbuilt end-to-end AI travel agent. This will make local transportation services in Southeast Asia more accessible for users of Alipay+ Voyager, who can now book rides directly from within their digital wallets. Through this integration, Alipay+ and Grab are further deepening their partnership, which began in 2023 by allowing consumers to use their home e-wallets to make payments on the Grab app. Now, users can book Grab’s ride-hailing services directly from within the same e-wallet, without needing to download an additional app. Launched in mid-2025, Alipay+ Voyager is currently available in Alipay (Chinese mainland), AlipayHK (Hong Kong SAR, China) and GCash (the Philippines), and will roll out to more partners throughout the year. Users travelling to all eight Southeast...

To advance financial inclusion in the Philippines, the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) and top mobile wallet app GCash have partnered to simplify account verification by integrating the National ID eVerify system. This collaboration allows Filipinos to verify their GCash accounts using their National ID—whether in physical, paper, or digital form—making it easier to access secure financial services. The initiative supports the government’s ongoing efforts to broaden financial access through the National ID, which over 92 million Filipinos have already registered for, with more than 50 million IDs delivered. By integrating eVerify directly into the GCash app, users can now quickly and securely complete identity verification, enhancing access to financial tools and services. GCash remains the country’s largest mobile wallet, used by 8 out of 10 Filipinos—a strong indicator of its impact on digital finance. > “The National ID ensures secure, inclusive, and seamless tr...