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12/02/2026

The Securities and Exchange Commission warned consumers against a new batch of unauthorized online lending platforms as it steps up its fight against entities operating outside regulatory approval.

04/02/2026

Sa isang Resolusyon na may petsang Nobyembre 4, 2025, sa A.M. Blg. 24-11-02-SC, nagpatupad ang Korte Suprema ng mahahalagang reporma para palawakin ang access sa videoconferencing, lalo na para sa mga indibidwal na may limitadong kakayahang digital (digitally disadvantaged individuals), at para mapahintulutan ang mas malawak na partisipasyon ng mga taong nasa ibang bansa.

Ang Binagong mga Alituntunin ay nalalapat sa pagsasagawa ng videoconferencing sa mga first- at second-level courts, sa Court of Appeals, sa Sandiganbayan, at sa Court of Tax Appeals. Saklaw nito ang lahat ng mga gawain at paglilitis sa alinmang yugto, kabilang ang pag-aayos ng alitan o mediation, konsultasyon, deliberasyon, at ang pagpapalabas ng mga desisyon at resolusyon, kapag isinasagawa sa pamamagitan ng videoconference.

Inaatasan na ngayon ang mga hukuman na tiyakin ang access sa videoconferencing para sa mga indibidwal na may limitadong kakayahang digital, kabilang ang mga nasa malalayong lugar o apektado ng kalagayang pampolitika. Maaaring kabilang dito ang pagde-deploy ng mga kawani ng hukuman para magbigay ng pansamantala o mobile na koneksyon sa internet.

Maaari ring magtayo ang mga hukuman ng mga itinalagang “access point” sa loob ng mga judicial regions kung saan puwedeng gumamit ang mga litigant, mga saksi, at iba pang kalahok sa paglilitis ng mga kompyuter at kagamitang pang-videoconferencing sa ilalim ng pangangasiwa ng hukuman.

Basahin ang kabuuan ng press release sa https://sc.judiciary.gov.ph/?p=160150.

Basahin ang kabuaan ng Resolusyon sa https://sc.judiciary.gov.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/A.M-No.-24-11-02-SC_FINAL.pdf.

Sumunod sa Credit Attribution Policy ng SC PIO: https://sc.judiciary.gov.ph/credit-attribution-policy/.

04/02/2026

The (SC) 𝘌𝘯 𝘉𝘢𝘯𝘤, during its session on February 4, 2026, dismissed the petition filed by Jacinto V. Paras et al., questioning the constitutionality of Executive Order No. (EO) 94, Series of 2025, which created the Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI).

In a Resolution written by Associate Justice Samuel H. Gaerlan, the SC 𝘌𝘯 𝘉𝘢𝘯𝘤 ruled that the petition failed to meet the basic requirements for judicial review.

The ICI was created as an independent ad hoc fact-finding body to investigate alleged anomalies in government flood control projects nationwide.

The petitioners argued that EO 94 violates the equal protection clause, usurps the legislative power of Congress, reduces or takes away the powers and functions vested in the Office of the Ombudsman and the Commission on Audit by the Constitution, and violates the Constitutional provision that no money shall be paid out of the Treasury except in pursuance of an appropriation made by law.

The SC ruled that the petition violated the hierarchy of courts doctrine because it was filed directly with the SC. While direct recourse it is allowed in exceptional cases, the petition failed to cite any compelling reason to bypass the lower courts.

The SC also found that the petitioners did not show that an actual case or controversy exists, which requires a violation of a legally enforceable right. The petition did not show that their rights were violated, or that EO 94 adversely affected them.

The full text of the Resolution will be uploaded to the SC website once available.

Read the full text of the Press Briefer at https://sc.judiciary.gov.ph/?p=160242

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30/01/2026

The Securities and Exchange Commission warned that individuals promoting Interactive Brokers Group Inc./IBKR in the country — including influencers, endorsers and recruiters — could face criminal charges, with penalties of as much as P5 million pesos or prison terms of up to 21 years.

29/01/2026

27/01/2026

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27/01/2026

27/01/2026

17/01/2026

🚨 TODAY IS THE DEADLINE! 🚨

LAST DAY OF FILING

A reminder to all employers and establishment owners: today is the last day of submission of 13th Month Pay Compliance Report.

📄 Submit now via the DOLE Establishment Report System (DERS):
👉 https://reports.dole.gov.ph

⏰ Avoid penalties—file today and ensure compliance with labor standards.

17/01/2026

The Department of Energy (DOE) is preparing a fresh wave of renewable energy auctions to replace nearly 18 gigawatts of stalled projects, signaling a more aggressive stance toward developers that fail to meet construction deadlines.

Energy Secretary Sharon Garin said at the “Big Bold Reforms” Economic Forum in Manila that the agency is finalizing a 10-year master plan for the Green Energy Auction Program (GEAP), with a formal announcement expected in March.

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17/01/2026

BIR Extends E-Invoicing Deadline to December 31, 2026

The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) has officially extended the compliance period for mandatory electronic invoicing under RR No. 26-2025. This gives businesses more time to transition smoothly to digital invoicing, upgrade systems, and train staff, without disrupting operations.

Mon Abrea highlights why early preparation is still key: reviewing current processes, training personnel, and gradually implementing systems will help ensure full compliance and avoid last-minute challenges.

Stay ahead and plan strategically for the digital shift in tax compliance.

Read the full article here: https://www.rappler.com/business/ask-the-tax-whiz-things-to-know-bir-e-invoicing-regulation/