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22 October 2026

Newsletter: Low-risk, government-backed returns now within reach with RTB 32 on GCash with GBonds

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GCash is making Retail Treasury Bond 32 (RTB 32) available through GBonds, powered by Philippine Digital Asset Exchange (PDAX), Inc. and PDAX Securities, in partnership with the Bureau of the Treasury (BTr). This offering gives eligible users a convenient way to invest in a bond issued by the Republic of the Philippines, starting at ₱5,000. The primary offer runs from September 29 to October 7, unless the Bureau of the Treasury (BTr) closes it earlier.

15 October 2026

Newsletter: GCash streamlines international remittance, enabling money transfers to the US within seconds

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Filipinos sending money to family, students, and loved ones in the United States, as well as micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) and business owners making cross-border payments, can now transfer funds directly from their GCash wallet through GCash International Transfers. GCash is the first Philippine e-wallet to offer near real-time transfers to supported U.S. banks, allowing users and MSMEs to make secure cross-border payments all in one place, without switching platforms.

01 October 2026

Newsletter: GCash leverages tech to keep cross-border payments seamless and reliable, especially during emergencies

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Emergencies threaten both immediate safety and financial survival, making reliable cross-border payments critical for overseas Filipinos. For these families, any disruption in remittances directly impacts their ability to afford essential care and maintain stability back home during a crisis.

30 September 2026

Newsletter: GCash customer support will always be free: Beware of fake Social Media Support and unauthorized "Fixers" schemes

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GCash reminds its users that legitimate customer assistance is always 100% free. To protect users from phishing and fraudulent schemes, account holders should only report issues only through the official in-app Help Center and official web portal (help.gcash.com). GCash emphasizes that official GCash Customer Service representatives will never demand payments, fees, or sensitive account information to resolve customer inquiries. Moreover, GCash does not engage with any third-party account assistance services, warning users that all social media pages offering such services for a fee are fraudulent.

24 September 2026

Newsletter: Ormoc City modernizes public service access with GCash-Powered Cityzen’s Card

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Ormoc City, led by Mayor Lucy Torres-Gomez (3rd from left), partners with GCash to launch the Ormoc Cityzen’s Card, advancing digital access to payments, government assistance, and other citizen services

The City Government of Ormoc is expanding access to digital payments and government services through a new partnership with GCash covering the Fund Disbursement Service (FDS), Cityzen’s Card integration, Scan to Pay, BillsPay, and other digital services.

22 September 2026

Newsletter: 1 million trees for Cebu: Aboitiz, GCash team up

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From Left: Aboitiz Foundation impact lead for climate action Fred Dalumpines, president Ginggay Hontiveros-Malvar, Mynt head of corporate sustainability and communications Michelle Fernandez, and impact innovations product manager Luis Arboleda

Aboitiz Foundation and GCash are joining forces to restore 1,200 hectares of forest and coastal areas in Balamban, Cebu through the CarbonPH x GForest Project, a five-year initiative that aims to plant and grow one million trees while restoring ecosystems, supporting communities, and strengthening climate resilience.

18 September 2026

Newsletter: Lake Sebu, GCash drive financial inclusion in remote Bangsamoro communities

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Barangay volunteers in Lake Sebu’s far-flung communities are stepping into the digital economy. Through a new partnership between the Municipal Government of Lake Sebu and GCash, local volunteers are receiving hands-on financial literacy training to prepare them for seamless, digital allowance disbursements.

17 September 2026

Newsletter: GCash urges Filipinos to stay vigilant against digital scams, offers added protection through GInsure

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As digital scammers increasingly exploit human vulnerabilities, fraudsters primarily use phishing (fake emails or sites) and smishing (fraudulent text messages) to trick users into revealing sensitive account information. These tactics have surged to account for over 80% of reported digital fraud in the Philippines. In fact, a recent Gogolook report reveals that malicious link attacks nearly quadrupled (4x) in 2025 alone, with scammers impersonating trusted institutions to deceive users.

16 September 2026

Newsletter: Instant digital tax refunds now on GCash

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Filipino travelers shopping abroad can now receive eligible tax refunds in minutes through their GCash wallets, eliminating weeks of waiting for bank or credit card credits and avoiding the hassle of carrying leftover foreign currency after their trip.

10 September 2026

Newsletter: GCash parent Mynt grows GStocks PH into Filipinos’ leading digital retail gateway to the stock market

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Beyond powering frictionless digital payments in areas like public transportation, online and offline cashless purchases, and peer-to-peer transfers, Mynt, the parent company of GCash, is also expanding access to investing through its wealthtech platform. With simple signup and paperless registration that eliminates the need to physically visit a bank or brokerage, GInvest enables Filipinos to invest via GStocks, GFunds, GBonds, and more directly through the GCash app. GStocks serves 1.7 million users through broker AB Capital Securities Inc., accounting for 53% of all online retail stock market accounts with the Philippine Stock Exchange (PSE) as of 2025, reinforcing GCash as the country's largest digital gateway to the capital markets for retail investors.

08 September 2026

Newsletter: Taptap Send and GCash International expand easier, more accessible remittances for Filipinos in Bahrain

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For many OFWs, sending money home helps cover everyday needs, from household expenses and education to healthcare and savings. To make remittances more accessible to Filipinos in Bahrain, Taptap Send has expanded its international network through a partnership with GCash, the Philippines’ #1 finance superapp and largest cashless ecosystem.

03 September 2026

Newsletter: Ph fintech Mynt scales GStocks into country's largest online retail platform for local stock market

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Beyond powering frictionless digital payments in areas like public transportation, online and offline cashless purchases, and peer-to-peer transfers, Mynt, the parent company of the Philippines' number one finance super app GCash, is also expanding access to investing through its wealthtech platform.

30 August 2026

Newsletter: GCash boosts security with new self-service tools for subscription management, account and money-lock features

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GCash, the Philippines' number one finance superapp and largest cashless ecosystem, has launched its new in-app Security Center, giving users direct control over how their accounts are protected. The hub features new user-controlled safeguards: theLock My Account for immediate account suspension, Money Lock for securing wallet funds, and Subscription Center, which lets users see where their GCash account is connected and unlink merchants or apps whenever they want—all of which are consolidated in one place, so users can act quickly when it matters most.

Newsletter: GCash enables users to get instant digital tax refunds across 16 countries

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Filipino travelers shopping abroad can now receive eligible tax refunds in minutes through their GCash wallets. Powered by Alipay+ and its global tax refund partner Global Blue, the new Digital Tax Refund feature enables outbound Filipino travelers to receive tax refunds instantly and directly in Philippine Peso (PHP) through the GCash app.

27 August 2026

Newsletter: GCash powers Davao Kadayawan Festival 2026 through cashless payments, local partnerships, and exclusive perks

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As Davao City prepares to celebrate Kadayawan Festival 2026, thousands of locals and tourists are expected to gather for its colorful street festivities, trade fairs, food parks, and cultural events. Amid the excitement, GCash, the country's leading finance super app and largest cashless ecosystem, is making the celebration more exciting by bringing seamless digital payments, exclusive consumer promos, and stronger partnerships with local merchants.

25 August 2026

Newsletter: GCash redefines payment convenience with direct Visa and Mastercard card linking

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To deliver greater convenience and payment freedom, GCash, the country’s #1  finance superapp, will soon allow users to link their Visa or Mastercard debit and credit cards directly as a payment source for transactions. Set to roll out within August, this new feature will enable seamless in-store purchases even when a user's wallet balance is low or even empty, eliminating the need to first cash in.

21 August 2026

Newsletter: GCash Parent Mynt Cited as Sole Philippine Firm in World's Top Fintech Companies List

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The Philippines' Mynt, Inc., the parent company of country's number one finance super app GCash, has been named among the World's Top Fintech Companies 2026 by CNBC (Consumer News and Business Channel), a leading global business media outlet, and Statista, a German data platform. Listed under the Payments category, Mynt stands out as the only Philippine fintech company to make it to this prestigious international ranking.

16 August 2026

Newsletter: Ministry of Social Services and Development-BARMM partners with GCash to roll out Bangsamoro Cards, expanding cashless disbursement under FAST Project

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(L-R) MSSD-BARMM Special Geographic Area provincial social welfare officer Haron D. Amer, RSW ; GCash regional business unit head Tania Padilla; B2B sales head Cleo Celeste Santos; MSSD Maguindanao del Norte provincial social welfare officer Hadia Emma S. Ali, RSW; Maguindanao del Norte chief of staff Bai Shaiida B. Mastura; GCash for Business general manager Paul Albano; BARMM cabinet secretary Mohammad Asnin Pendatun; MSSD-BARMM deputy minister Ustadza Nur-Ainee Tan Lim; Mynt chief regulatory officer Atty. Cef Sison; chief strategy officer Rowie Zamora; and VP and head of corporate sustainability and communications Michelle Fernandez

The Ministry of Social Services and Development (MSSD) of the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) has partnered with GCash to expand its cashless disbursement system under the Financial Assistance System Transformation (FAST) Project, an initiative designed to make the distribution of social assistance faster, more efficient, and more transparent for beneficiaries across the region.

01 August 2026

Newsletter: GBonds enables Filipinos to access bond investments with yields up to 7%

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As inflation continues to impact household budgets and market volatility persists, more Filipinos are seeking investment options that can help preserve and grow their hard-earned money. Government bonds, long considered among the safest investment instruments available with zero default risk, are drawing more attention with yields in the secondary market reaching as high as 7%.

29 July 2026

Newsletter: GCash ushers in more seamless train commutes on LRT-2 via GCash Commute QR

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GCash for Business general manager Paul Albano tests the GCash Commute QR during the launch of cashless payment system at the LRT-2 Legarda station

Passengers of Light Rail Transit Line 2 (LRT-2) can now pay for their fares directly from their phones using GCash Commute QR, making their commutes faster and more convenient.