GCash launches the 1st fully Free domestic remittance solution in the PH

Filipinos can now transfer and remit money at Zero Cost, anywhere, anytime within the Philippines by using GCash. Mynt, the company that operates GCash, Philippines’ largest mobile wallet recently announced that, for the 1st time in the Philippines, there is now a totally Free, convenient, fast, and accessible way of sending, and receiving money within the country. 

“We recognize that domestic remittance is a big concern for Filipinos. Today, sending, but also receiving money within the Philippines should be convenient, simpler, faster and… completely Free. This is why we at GCash decided to offer something unique: a totally free solution, open to all Filipinos using the GCash App - No hidden charges, no added fees. With GCash, Filipinos can now send AND receive money anywhere, anytime at Zero Cost,” said Anthony Thomas, Mynt CEO. 

It's the Second Year For Moneygram Idol Awards!

It is another year to recognize twelve OFWs and their families via the MoneyGram Idol Awards which is now at its second year held at the Solaire Resort and Casino. It is a celebration of the contributions of their hardwork to the economy and also relative who benefit from the fast remittance service by Moneygram.

Leading the awards is their brand Ambassador, Robin Padilla who remains to be the "Idol ng Bayan" with his patriotic works and genuine love for the Filipinos especially those working overseas. Along with him are MoneyGram’s key regional leaders who have seen the close bond of families brought together by the service.

Xoom Launches its New ‘Request’ Feature for OFW Remittance Beneficiaries

Xoom, a PayPal service and leading digital money transfer provider, recently announced it has launched a new feature for remittance beneficiaries in 29 countries across Latin America, Europe and Asia, including the Philippines. For the first time, users outside of the U.S. can use Xoom to easily send a ‘request’ to their loved ones in the U.S. for a money transfer, bill payment, or a mobile reload.

PADALApit love this holiday

Nothing can stop the spirit of giving this Christmas with Smart Padala PickUp Anywhere

When Filipinos talk about Christmas, they immediately think about their families and how much they want to show their love to them during this occasion. This is the enduring sentiment especially for many Filipino households whose breadwinner is working in another city or country just to support the family.

Happy 160th Anniversary to Western Union!

Filipinos are present in almost every part of the globe. And with most of them working to provide for their families at home remittance has been a part of their live, including mine. And Western Union, as one of the biggest remittance provider in the world is now celebrating 160 years worldwide. To celebrate this occasion, they came up with a website www.westernunionworld.com , showing interesting facts about western union and what changes happened in the past 160 years. 


There is also a very useful information graphic about the world in terms of growth, imports, exports, GDP growth, and a lot more that would be helpful to people who are interested in economics and trends.