OwnBank partners with Mastercard, introduces new era of seamless and secure banking transactions for Filipinos

Ownbank and Mastercard launch the newest debit card in the market that simplifies financial management and transactions

OwnBank, the newest mobile banking app in the country, teams up with Mastercard to serve customers with enhanced banking convenience, more rewarding card offers, and secure digital transactions. This strategic partnership aims to foster financial inclusion and is poised to introduce new and sophisticated solutions that empower individuals and businesses across the country.

Despite cash being the primary payment method for Filipinos, authorities are urging an increased adoption of banking and debit cards, especially among the unbanked, to enhance financial inclusion. The country has witnessed a surge in digital-only banks and a preference for electronic payments, driving growth in card payments. According to a GlobalData study, the country’s cards and payments market was valued at over $45 billion last year, with an expected CAGR surpassing 7 percent from 2023 to 2027.^[1]

Mastercard rallies Filipinos to support the 2019 Southeast Asian Games

Mastercard today solidified its commitment to ‘Win As One’ at the upcoming 2019 Southeast Asian Games through an event at the Glorietta Activity Center that unveiled the various ways it makes the Games a priceless experience for Filipinos.

Mastercard is committed to creating a priceless SEA Games experience for all Filipinos. Mastercard is powering the official 2019 SEA Games mobile app, which has a payment functionality embedded, and has also released a limited-edition commemorative 2019 SEA Games Mastercard prepaid card through its partner Philippine National Bank. 

Mastercard rallies support for Filipino athletes for the 30th SEA Games

The Philippines is set to mark another historical milestone as it hosts the 30th Southeast Asian (SEA) Games in November and December later this year.

Mastercard is committed to bring people and communities together through interesting and meaningful events. Just like how it was done for the Australia Open and Rugby World Cup, Mastercard has signed up to be an official sponsor for the 30th edition of the SEA Games. Through this partnership and being a leader in the local payment industry, Mastercard aims to elevate the Games’ experience through a series of activities and promotions that will engage its Filipino cardholders to come together and display their support for the country’s athletes and the SEA Games.

Mastercard Takes You To Shopping Paradise In The Great Singapore Sale

According to the Mastercard Future of Outbound Travel in Asia Pacific (2016-2021) Report, international outbound travel by Filipinos are estimated at 3.4 million trips in 2016 and are forecasted to grow by an average of 4.4 percent per year to reach 4.3 million trips in 2021. One of the most popular destinations visited in the Asia Pacific is Singapore according to the Mastercard Asia Pacific Destinations Index 2017. This is a country recognized for its two seasons: Summer and Shopping. Make sure you’re there for the latter when the Great Singapore Sale happens from June 8 to August 12.

With your Mastercard, shopping for the trendiest finds at irresistible prices becomes even more rewarding when your card of choice throws in more amazing perks to let you experience the best of the island city.

2 Reasons Why You Should Use Your Mastercard With Singapore Airlines Get The Best Flights And More Until September 24

There are many great reasons why you should bring out your Mastercard every time you travel. From special prices on the best flights to your favorite places, to exclusive privileges en route, and of course, while fully experiencing your chosen destination.

Well, there are two particularly amazing reasons to use your Mastercard with Singapore Airlines right now – The Great Singapore Airlines Getaway with Mastercard. Flying to your dream destinations in Asia, Australia, New Zealand, Europe, and the USA is made more rewarding via this special promotion exclusive for Mastercard cardholders until September 24 only.

Travel With Mastercard And Win 1 Million Mabuhay Miles

Its easy-to-carry size isn’t the only reason why your Mastercard is your best shopping companion. This summer, by simply using it when you make purchases overseas or online, you get a chance to win 1 million Mabuhay Miles that can take you and your loved ones to any Philippine Airlines destination.

Accepted anywhere in the world (from hotels to restaurants, retail stores and transit locations, even taxis and vending machines), the global payment solutions company lets you shop and travel confidently and conveniently across all borders. No scrambling to exchange your pesos to the foreign currency and worrying that your cash might get lost or pick pocketed! Your transactions are always more secure, and when you register your card with Zero Liability, you are protected from unauthorized purchases in the case your card is lost or stolen.

Mastercard Asia Pacific Destinations Index 2017: Bangkok Remains Top Destination, Singapore Attracts Top Spending Tourists

While Bangkok remains the most visited destination in Asia Pacific, Singapore continues to lead the Thai capital in total visitor expenditure, according to the latest findings from the Mastercard Asia Pacific Destinations Index 2017 shared at the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) Global Summit in Bangkok.

Over the past two years (2015-2016), Singapore has tracked a strong 18.0 percent leap in visitor spend. One of only five destinations of the top 20 by total expenditure to reach a minimum spend of US$200 per day, Singapore attracted the highest spending visitors at US$254 per day, followed by Beijing (US$242), Shanghai (US$234), Hong Kong (US$211) and Taipei (US$208).

Makati brings light to the Yuletide season with the Festival of Lights

Last November 15, the city of Makati once again welcomed the most wonderful season of the year with Ayala Triangle Gardens’ Festival of Lights, the signature lights and sound show that has beguiled thousands of Filipinos each yuletide season. 

Ayala Land, together with its co-presenter HSBC and partners MasterCard, Coca Cola, Sun Life and Oishi, presents this year's much-anticipated Festival of Lights with three themes – Christmas Fiesta, Classic and Epic Christmas, and Sweet and Magical Christmas, every 30 minutes nightly.  Bringing the Festival of Lights to a whole new level for 6 years now are award-winning directors Voltaire de Jesus and Luther Gumia, with musical score expertly arranged by acclaimed musicians and composers Jazz Nicholas and Mikey Amistoso of Watusi Manila.

Get to win an Audi A4 with Mastercard

Win an Audi A4 with Mastercard

Promo Mechanics

1. Every P5,000 single-receipt purchase at SM Department Store paid using your MasterCard simultaneously with any SM Advantage cards excluding BDO Rewards Cards, will be given one (1) electronic raffle entry.
1. Purchase of cellcards, phone cards, SM gift cheques or concert tickets at the Customer Service Counter is not entitled to raffle coupons.
2. Promo is open to SMAC members with permanent cards.  Members with temporary cards should submit their Membership Application Forms (MAF) prior to the draw dates.  Shoppers with expired SMAC cards on the date of transaction are not eligible for the promo.
3. Shopper must present his/her own RCBC Bankard MasterCard with his/her own SM Advantage Card upon paying at the cashier counter.
2. Nationwide promo is from October 1 to December 31, 2011.
3. Electronic draw will be on January 10, 2012, 3pm at Marketing Convergence Inc. office, SM One-Ecom Center, Bay City, Pasay City in the presence of DTI and SM representatives.
4. Prizes at stake:  7 UNITS – AUDI A4 1.8 SEDAN  1 car per winner

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Mastercard gives you an all access trip to New York or London

Win a trip to 2 dream destinations.  Ten packages up for grabs. Definitely a priceless experience to behold.  Spend at least USD20 (or currency equivalent in a single overseas transaction on your Mastercard and you automatically earn a raffle entry.

6 Days/ 5 nights all-access New York

Live like a VIP, and shop like there's no tomorrow.  Trip includes business class roundtrip tickets, 5-star hotel suite, Broadway tickets, walking tour, personal shopping tour, restaurant reservations and many more

6 Days/ 5 nights all-access London

Tour with royalty and be royalty even for a while.  Trip includes business class roundtrip tickets, 5-star accommodations, gastronomic food guide, a personal shopping tour and more.

CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO

Promo runs from May 1 - July 31, 2011.

Get Free Concert tickets to Super Show 3

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Sorry sorry, Don't Don and Bonamana.

They will be coming here for their third Asia tour at the Araneta Coliseum, and BPI Edge Mastercard is taking you there for FREE!!

Promo period is from January 18 to February 18, 2011. Redemption period is from January 18 to February 24, 2011 except on weekends and non-working holidays.

To qualify, cardholder should use his/her BPI Edge MasterCard within the promo period for a cumulative spend of P5,000, or P8,000 at any merchant, within the promo period.

Cash advance transactions are also qualified. 

8 WINNERS of Php 10,000 shopping credits EVERYDAY!

Every Php 1,000 single spend, using your BDO MasterCard entitles you to one raffle entry and a chance to win Php 10,000 daily or as much as Php 5,000,000. So start using your BDO MasterCard now!

General Terms & Condition

1. Promo period is from November 15, 2010 to January 22, 2011.
2. Promo is open to all new and existing BDO MasterCard cardholders whose credit cards are in active status and in good credit standing (excluding Corporate card, Distribution cards, Purchasing cards, Electron  cards, SM Corporate Cards). BDO Employees and all its Advertising agencies are NOT eligible to join the promo.
3. Cardholders will be entitled to one (1) raffle entry for every P 1,000.00 or $ 20 minimum single credit card transaction. Local and International transactions are allowed.
4. All retail and installment transactions posted to the cardholder’s account are qualified. For installment transactions, total posted monthly amortization will be recognized
5. Only qualified transaction reflected in the BDO Raffle System within the promo period shall earn a raffle entry.
6. Splitting of transaction into several approvals is not allowed.
7. BDO MasterCard credit cardholder has a chance to win Php10,000.00 Shopping Credit in the draw to be held from Monday – Friday.
8. A BDO MasterCard credit cardholder can win more than once within the promo but only once during the day.

For Raffle Mechanics CLICK HERE

Shop and win an iPod Touch and a JBL docking station

Free Starbucks Drinks from HSBC credit cards on now!!!

What are you waiting.... quick find those charge slips worth at least P2,000.00 pesos and head to you nearest Starbucks coffee shop and get your FREE tall drink with any add-on....

Mechanics: 
1.) You must be a HSBC credit card holder. (VISA, MASTERCARD issued in the Philippines)
2.) For a minimum single-receipt of P2,000.00. (higher transactions only count still as one.)

charge slips valid from April 1, 2010 to June 30, 2010
claiming of FREE Starbucks drink is from April 15, 2010 - Aug. 31, 2010.
Per DTI 1026. Series of 2010.