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Philippines Daily Brief: September 24, 2026

Today's concise Philippines news briefing, based on attributed updates from official public sources.

By Spluk News DeskSeptember 24, 20262 min read

Spluk Daily Brief — September 24, 2026. A concise roundup of verified updates from Philippine government and public-information sources. Each item is summarized for context and links to the original bulletin.

Today’s top updates

BSP issues capital, other requirements for banks shifting to digital model

​The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) has issued capital and other requirements for thrift, rural, and cooperative banks (TBs, RBs, and coop banks) shifting to digital bank business models. The requirements aim to ensure that these banks operate in a safe and sound manner.​Under Circular No. 1240 dated 21 September 2026, existing…

Source: Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas · September 23, 2026, 5:13 pm PHT

DOST brings bamboo-based livelihood opportunity to Rizal upland communities

In Rodriguez, Rizal, bamboo is becoming more than a natural resource—it is opening doors to new livelihood opportunities and more sustainable fuel production, with support from the Department of Science and Technology (DOST).

Source: DOST Philippines · September 23, 2026, 3:03 pm PHT

Lanao Norte LGU gets DOST training to ensure accurate weighing scales, fuel pumps in markets and gas stations

TUBOD, Lanao del Norte — Tubod consumers can now be assured they are receiving what they paid for, as the Department of Science and Technology trained several personnel from Lanao del Norte local government to calibrate weighing instruments through the Regional Metrology Laboratory.

Source: DOST Philippines · September 23, 2026, 2:54 pm PHT

BSP continues support for health and humanitarian institutions

BSP Governor Remolona (left) is joined by Philippine Red Cross Chairman Richard J. Gordon during the donation turnover ceremonyThe Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) continued its longstanding support for institutions providing essential healthcare and humanitarian services to Filipinos. It donated a total of P40 million to four institutions. The Lung Center of…

Source: Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas · September 23, 2026, 2:12 pm PHT


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