• Sterling Bank of Asia, Philippine Guarantee Corporation Partner
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    Sterling Bank of Asia, Philippine Guarantee Corporation Partner to Expand Home Financing

    Sterling Bank of Asia (SBA) and the Philippine Guarantee Corporation (PhilGuarantee) have officially sealed their partnership, marking the launch of a ₱5-billion Housing Retail Guarantee Facility. This collaboration combines the strengths of the public and private sector to broaden home financing access for Filipino families. A Strategic Vision for Greater Access PhilGuarantee President and CEO Alberto E. Pascual and SBA President and CEO Cecilio Paul San Pedro led the signing ceremony, highlighting institutional synergy and a shared vision for community impact. “In banking, partnerships matter. No single institution can address every challenge on its own. But when organizations with complementary mandates come together, the decisions made in boardrooms can create…

  • Sterling Bank of Asia SaaS
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    Sterling Bank of Asia Selects Infosys Finacle SaaS for its Next-Gen Transformation

    June 26, 2026 — Infosys Finacle, part of EdgeVerve Systems, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Infosys (NSE, BSE, NYSE: INFY), a global leader in AI-first business consulting and technology services, and Sterling Bank of Asia (Sterling Bank), one of the most progressive banks in the Philippines, today announced the bank’s decision to select Infosys Finacle Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) platform for its transformation program. Sterling Bank has opted to leverage the Finacle Core Banking, Finacle Customer Data Hub, Finacle Trade Finance, and Finacle Origination solutions for its requirements. Through this strategic collaboration with Infosys Finacle, Sterling Bank expects to enhance the experience of both employees and customers. At the same time, it aims…

  • SEC express in egov app
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    SEC Express on eGovPH Superapp: Guide to Online SEC Transactions in the Philippines

    There are certain errands that don’t sound complicated until you actually have to do them, and SEC Express eGovPH Superapp makes getting corporate documents from the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) one of those tasks that feels a lot simpler—at least compared to the usual process. If you’ve ever handled requirements for a business loan, a partnership, compliance work, or even legal paperwork, you know the routine. Requests to prepare, documents to secure, follow-ups to track, and sometimes a trip to an SEC office just to make sure everything is in order.  It’s not difficult in theory but it can be time-consuming in practice.  That’s why SEC Express feels like…

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    The Digital Advantage: Introducing the PSA E-Certificate Service Powered by PSAHelpline.ph

    The Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA), in collaboration with its authorized online channel, PSAHelpline.ph, is pleased to announce the modernization of vital records access through the PSA E-Certificate Service. This service represents a significant step forward in the digital transformation of public services, ensuring that authenticated copies of civil registry documents are secured and shared with maximum efficiency and security. This initiative delivers an official, authenticated, digital copy of your civil registry document, offering a secure and immediate method for handling essential paperwork from your computer or mobile device. Designed for convenience across the Philippines, the PSA E-Certificate acts as a readily available, verifiable version of documents like Birth, Marriage, and…

  • Book Nook 2025
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    Book Nook 2025: Building Iloilo’s Reading Culture

    Over 80 reading space advocates, storytellers, and educators across the Philippines gathered for the annual Book Nook Conference 2025, organized by the National Book Development Board (NBDB), in Iloilo City. The conference, held from August 20-22, aimed to consolidate the best practices as well as challenges faced by area coordinators for The Book Nook Project, a flagship program by the NBDB which aims to address the country’s reading crisis by setting up reading and storytelling spaces across the Philippines. Themed Sug-ĂĄlaw: A Grand Encounter of Stories, Cultures, and Communities, the three-day event discussed the best sustainability practices and community-building tips to ensure book accessibility in different regions of the country.…

  • Cetaphil National Healthy Skin Mission 6 years
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    Cetaphil Marks 6 Years of the National Healthy Skin Mission with Anne Curtis

    When it comes to sensitive skin, most people think they’ve got it figured out: until they don’t. What many still don’t realize is that sensitive skin is no longer just about occasional redness or dryness. It has evolved. Today, it’s triggered by a complex mix of stress, pollution, lifestyle choices, and climate change, making symptoms harder to decode and manage. While skincare advice is everywhere, the overload of information can often do more harm than good, especially for skin that’s already compromised. This year, Cetaphil National Healthy Skin Mission (NHSM) returns with a bold reminder: “There’s More to Your Sensitive Skin.” Now in its sixth year, the campaign in collaboration…

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    PSA Online Delivery now comes with an Authorized Person to Receive option

    PSAHelpline.ph offers a streamlined approach to obtaining civil registry documents. By offering a convenient online ordering process and secure home or office delivery, it eliminates the need for in-person visits to Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) offices. Customers can easily place their orders online, choose their preferred payment method, and await the delivery of their certificates. To ensure the integrity of the delivery process, PSAHelpline.ph requires the physical presence of the certificate owner upon delivery, along with a valid government-issued ID. This strict verification process safeguards the confidentiality and authenticity of the documents. However, there will be times when the person who requested the certificate is not available during the scheduled…