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Apper Reaches Claude Partner Network Select Tier, a Philippine First
Apper Digital of Pasig is the first Philippine firm at the Select tier of Anthropic's Claude Partner Network. What the badge proves, and what to ask a vendor.4 min read
Open Finance Bill Would Let E-Wallet and Utility Payments Build Your Credit Record
House Bill 9149 would let Filipinos share 24 months of e-wallet and utility payment data with lenders, giving unbanked borrowers a way to prove they can pay.3 min read
Databricks Valuation Hits $188 Billion as Coatue Leads New AI Round
Databricks has signed a term sheet for a round at a $188 billion valuation, around ₱11.6 trillion, with Coatue leading roughly $3 billion in fresh money.2 min read
GCash Parent Mynt Files for a Philippine Stock Exchange Listing That Could Raise $1.5 Billion
GCash parent Mynt authorized PSE listing and SEC filings for a potential IPO that could raise up to $1.5 billion — potentially the Philippines' largest-ever public stock offering.2 min read