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Philippines tightens VASP rules, boosts AI and digitalization
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15 September, 2026

Philippines tightens VASP rules, boosts AI and digitalization

The Philippines is tightening VASP oversight as it unveils a $34.4B AI plan, advances ASEAN digital trade, and proposes digitalization...
Philippines brings notarization online with e-notary
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14 September, 2026

Philippines brings notarization online with e-notary

The Philippines is taking notarization online from October 19, cutting a paper-based step transactions and bringing end-to-end digital services closer.
Philippine Blockchain Week 2026: Blockchain gets down to business
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2 September, 2026

Philippine Blockchain Week 2026: Blockchain gets down to business

Philippine Blockchain Week 2026 highlights real-world blockchain applications, showcasing digital IDs, tokenized bonds, and innovations for everyday use.
Philippines to make national ID verification mandatory for banks
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20 August, 2026

Philippines to make national ID verification mandatory for banks

The Philippines' central bank mandates PhilSys ID authentication for banks to enhance customer verification and promote financial inclusion.
Papua New Guinea tackles AI, identity under digital reform
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17 July, 2026

Papua New Guinea tackles AI, identity under digital reform

Papua New Guinea advances digital transformation with AI-focused cybercrime reforms, expanded tech adoption, and a new Australia partnership.
Philippines, Malaysia build cross-border digital ID link
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16 July, 2026

Philippines, Malaysia build cross-border digital ID link

The Philippines and Malaysia are collaborating on cross-border digital ID verification as Thailand tightens regulations on the "grey economy."