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Financial Wellness Coach Lyqa Maravilla In line with its dedication to spreading financial know-how across the country, the Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI) recently hosted a Financial Wellness Session for over 40 employees from the General Santos City Local Government Unit (LGU). Social Media Personality, Lyqa Maravilla, who is also a Financial Wellness Coach, led the session, arming public servants with practical tips on managing personal finances—covering the essentials like saving smart, budgeting better, and making investment decisions that pay off.  Financial Wellness Coach Lyqa Maravilla Meanwhile, Rhea Lorrain Tecson from BPI’s Agency Banking team dove into the world of digital financial literacy and cybersecurity, guiding participants on safe online banking practices and how to keep their personal data secure. “This initiative shows just how committed we are to financial education,” said Elena Torrijos, BPI’s Head of Public Affairs. “By teaming up with LGUs and other k...

GENERAL SANTOS CITY, Philippines – Maya, the #1 Digital Bank in the Philippines and the pioneer in adopting QR Ph, has launched the PalengQR initiative in General Santos City, leading the digital transformation of local markets. Cashless convenience using the Maya app during the PalengQR launch in General Santos City (L-R): Councilor Maria Lourdes F. Casabuena; General Santos City Mayor Lorelie G. Pacquiao; Dir. Jason P. Capocao, Acting Regional Director BSP Mindanao Office. Supported by the General Santos City Government, the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP), and the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG), this "digi-palengke" program aims to modernize transactions in public markets and local transportation. Vendors can now accept digital payments from any e-wallet provider or bank using the standardized QR Ph system. Maya’s support of QR Ph and Paleng-QR is part of its integrated ecosystem approach and underscores its commitment to reshaping the financial ...