Canadian-based financial services company Sun Life recently donated CAD 100,000 (PHP 4.3 million) to support relief efforts following a magnitude 7.8 earthquake that struck Mindanao in early June.
The earthquake caused widespread damage, leaving many families displaced and with limited access to basic needs and services.
Food delivery has become part of the daily routine for many Filipinos. On foodpanda Philippines, orders peak at around 11 a.m. for lunch and 6 p.m. for dinner, while Saturday is the busiest day. From workday meals to weekend orders and late-night cravings, customers now turn to delivery throughout the day.
The opportunity also extends beyond the usual lunch and dinner rush. Between 11 p.m. and 4 a.m., burgers account for 25.3% of foodpanda’s midnight deliveries, showing how delivery continues to meet customer needs even after regular meal hours.
The Philippine life insurance industry recorded strong growth in the first half of 2026, with total premium income reaching ₱229.98 billion, up 17.9% from the same period last year. At the same time, life insurers paid a total of ₱69.2 billion in benefits to policyholders and beneficiaries, representing a 19.5% increase year-on-year.
“The industry's continued growth reflects the increasing recognition among Filipino families of the importance of financial protection, savings and long-term financial security. More importantly, the ₱69.2 billion paid in benefits during the first half demonstrates how life insurance delivers on its promise when customers need it most,” said Sjoerd Smeets, President of the Philippine Life Insurance Association (PLIA).
Security Bank Foundation, Inc. (SBFI) received two honors at the 22nd Philippine Quill Awards on August 27, 2026, at Solaire Resort Entertainment City in Parañaque City, recognizing the impact of its programs and strategic communications in advancing education and community development.
Bayanihan Para sa Silid-Aralan received a Quill Award of Excellence, while SBF-Eyes (Security Better Future through Eyes) earned a Quill Award of Merit.
Bayanihan Para sa Silid-Aralan was recognized for its collaborative approach to addressing the country's classroom shortage. The program brings together Security Bank clients, employees, local government units, non-government organizations, partner institutions, and other stakeholders to mobilize resources for classroom construction.
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Eligible Maya cardholders can now enjoy both the Landers Cashback Everywhere Credit Card and the Maya Black Credit Card under one total credit limit. With a shared limit across both cards, cardholders can choose which one to use depending on the rewards they want to earn—whether that’s cashback they can use toward free groceries at Landers, or Maya Miles they can redeem for travel and lifestyle rewards.
By day, they help develop, build, run and support Maya’s payments and digital banking products for consumers and businesses. On the football field, the Maya team completed a perfect run to win the Corporate Division 3 Cup of the Corporate Football League 2026.
The squad was distinctly Maya, bringing together colleagues from product development, engineering, technology, data science, consumer business, credit, enterprise, strategic partnerships, marketing, corporate affairs and strategy and programs. Its cross-functional character reflects the dynamic, people-centric culture at Maya, the Philippines’ leading digital financial services platform.
