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Over 1 in 10 Filipinos lose money to scams
Over 1 in 10 Filipinos lose money to scams
Of those scammed, 38% were scammed more than ones, and only 4% reported to authorities.
Philippine financial scams target 69% through SMS
Text messages remain the leading contact channel despite a decline from 75% in 2025.
Most SMEs eye switching cross-border payment provider in 2 years: poll
SMEs in Indonesia and India are the most likely to shop around with at least four providers.
Malaysia nears universal accounts but formal borrowing lags at 15%
Progress is driven by habits established early in Malaysians’ financial journeys.
Over half of Asia-Pacific SMEs rely on bank transfers
Instant payments reach 55% usage whilst debit cards account for 52% of spending.
Ant, Mastercard, Visa build common AI agent identity framework
They aim to streamline AI agent onboarding and identification.
Mastercard names Beena Pothen division president for West Southeast Asia
She was previously country manager for Malaysia and Brunei.
Citi to launch Hong Kong's first virtual card with dynamic CVC
It generates a one-time-use verification code for each transaction.
GCash opens local QR payments to Mastercard tourists
Visitors can link overseas credit and debit cards directly to the Philippine e-wallet app.
Citi Mobile App launches e-vouchers at 500 merchant outlets
Citi Mastercard holders are offered exclusive discounts and perks at certain hotels.
Philippine SMEs can issue virtual prepaid cards in five minutes
Paymongo provides the service whilst Paymentology and Mastercard provide the licensed framework.
HSBC and Mastercard pilot AI agents for automated e-commerce payments
It automates procurement and payments between corporate buyers and suppliers.
Mastercard contactless payments land on Hong Kong's Airport Express
The company first rolled out contactless card payments in MTR in 2023.
HSBC unveils invitation-only Privé World Legend Mastercard
A Mastercard-exclusive dining club will launch at the Hong Kong International Airport later in 2026.
Mastercard and Bank of Shanghai team up for China cross-border payments
It is expected to benefit SMEs and international students.
Mastercard rolls out 400-restaurant gourmet program for elite cardholders
With a minimum spend, cardholders can avail credit or complimentary glasses of wine.
Mastercard names Minsook Cho as Singapore Country Manager
She will oversee business operations and strategic direction in the market.
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