Philippine digital economy to hit $42 billion as AI use grows
The total value of transactions in the Philippines’ digital economy is expected to reach $42 billion in 2026, up 15% from $36 billion last year. Growth comes as more people…
ShopeeVIP+ bundles Netflix with shopping perks
Video streaming platform Netflix has entered its first e-commerce partnership in Southeast Asia (SEA) through ShopeeVIP+, a new subscription that combines streaming access with free shipping and shopping discounts. Shopee…
Livestream shopping gains ground in PH e-commerce
Livestream shopping is taking a bigger role in Philippine e-commerce as brands increasingly use creators, short-form video, and live broadcasts to reach consumers and generate sales directly on online platforms.…
TikTok Shop reports over 200% sales growth for local sellers in 2025
Video commerce platform TikTok Shop recorded more than a 200% increase in sales for local sellers in 2025 as Filipino micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) and content creators used…
2GO expands logistics services as e-commerce grows
2GO, a logistics solutions provider, is entering 2026 with expanded services focusing on innovation, integration, and nationwide connectivity. The company is increasing efforts across freight, express delivery, sea travel, and…
Lazada revamps membership program with tiered perks and services
Lazada has updated its membership program across its six Southeast Asian markets, including the Philippines, to offer shoppers tiered rewards and added services based on how often they use the…
TikTok Shop spotlights 100 Filipino MSMEs at local brands festival
TikTok Shop gathered more than 100 Filipino micro, small, and medium enterprises during its #SarilingAtin Local Brands Festival, an event focused on promoting local products and helping small businesses grow…
TikTok Shop’s platform helps L’Oréal Philippines to strengthen e-commerce strategy
Beauty brand L’Oréal Philippines reported strong results during TikTok Shop’s Jet Set Glow Super Brand Festival, citing the platform’s ACE 2.0 (Assortment, Content, Empowerment) framework and full-funnel ecosystem as key…
DTI introduces online trustmark for e-commerce sellers
The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) has launched the E-Commerce Philippine Trustmark, a digital badge for online businesses, through a new online portal. The initiative aims to make online…
TikTok Shop unveils upgraded ACE Indicator System at seller summit
TikTok Shop introduced the updated ACE Indicator System during the Summit Pilipinas 2025, aiming to help more brands grow by focusing on three areas: Assortment, Content, and Empowerment. “Many brands…
Lazada survey finds sellers in Southeast Asia need support in using AI
Many online sellers in Southeast Asia (SEA) are aware of artificial intelligence (AI), but a new study shows that they need more help to fully use the technology in their…
Southeast Asia’s e-commerce market set to reach $325B by 2028
Southeast Asia’s e-commerce market is projected to reach $325 billion by 2028, driven by digital payment adoption and improved regional payment connectivity, according to an IDC InfoBrief commissioned by 2C2P…
Calliah Fashion drives growth through live selling on TikTok Shop
Beyond e-commerce, Calliah Fashion represented the Philippines at the Asean Business and Investments Summit in Laos and was featured in TikTok Shop’s #SarilingAtin docuseries.
Marigold Jewelry sees growth after joining TikTok Shop
Marigold Philippines, a jewelry brand recognized for its handcrafted gold, diamond, and gemstone pieces, has seen significant growth through TikTok Shop. The local brand stood out as the top seller…
TikTok Shop, GCash empower MSMEs with DigiCities Program
TikTok Shop, an e-commerce feature on the short-form video platform Tiktok, and GCash for Business have launched the DigiCities Program to aid micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) navigate the…
Palo Alto Networks emphasizes need for secure holiday shopping
As the holiday shopping season approaches, Palo Alto Networks emphasizes the importance of cybersecurity amid the growing risks of online scams and fraud. High shopping events like 12.12 Sales and…
Sophos’ tips for staying safe during holiday online shopping
As the holiday season drives Filipinos to online shopping platforms for enticing discounts, cybersecurity threats rise alongside the surge in e-commerce activity. Many employees shopping on work devices risk exposing…
Filipinos kick off early Christmas shopping on TikTok
As early as September, 60% of Filipinos have begun their holiday shopping on TikTok, according to data from the platform. What began as a short-form video-sharing app has evolved into…
UnaCash: BNPL to contribute 6.7% to PH digital economy in 2024
The buy now, pay later (BNPL) market in the Philippines is expected to play a significant role in the country’s digital economy, contributing 6.7% to the gross merchandise value (GMV)…
Gov’t agencies sign guidelines on Internet Transactions Act
Trade and Industry Secretary Alfredo Pascual stressed the importance of establishing a clear and comprehensive framework to propel e-commerce forward in the country as he signed the implementing rules and…
TikTok Shop summit highlights platform’s role in business growth
TikTok Shop recently held its Pilipinas Summit 2024, themed “One-Stop Shop Empowering Sustainable Business Growth.” The event, attended by over 700 brands, businesses, sellers, content creators, and partners, showcased TikTok…
Lazada partners with Igloo to offer insurance plans for gadgets, accessories
E-commerce platform Lazada has tapped insurtech Igloo to introduce protection plans for electronics, phone screens, and beauty products in the Philippines. The collaboration between Igloo and Lazada aims to safeguard…
UnaCash sees GenZ as key driver of e-commerce in SEA
UnaCash, a rapidly expanding provider of Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) and point-of-sale services, recognizes the role that Generation Z (Gen Z) will play in shaping the e-commerce landscape of…
Shopee introduces new feature: Shopee Video
Shopee, the leading e-commerce platform, introduces Shopee Video, which aims to engage more sellers in providing consumers with a seamless shopping experience through creative content. Shopee Video offers a dynamic…
Igloo underscores importance of shopping insurance
Igloo, an insurtech firm, encourages online shoppers to insure their purchases for better shopping experience. Its Online Shopping Insurance was designed in partnership with e-wallet app GCash. Online shopping provides…
DTI says complaints vs online transactions increased in 2022
According to the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), of the nearly 28,000 consumer complaints it received in 2022, more than 12,000 or 44% involved online transactions. The figures are…
A quick look at the history of online shopping
Online shopping is fast becoming the most preferred buying mode for many Filipinos, and it’s easy to see why. It’s convenient, provides limitless options, and offers immediate gratification. Gone are…
Shopboxo provides free online platform for small businesses
For micro, small and medium enterprises (MSME) and side-hustle online sellers, setting up an online store is still quite daunting. But show biz celebrity and emerging entrepreneur Nadine Lustre found…
TikTok Shop adds one-touch ‘Shopping Center’ tab
TikTok Shop, the e-commerce solution of short-form mobile video, TikTok, announces its Shopping Center tab feature that takes users straight to its shopping portal in one touch. Depicted by the…
Shopee welcomes gift-giving season with 11.11 Mega Pamasko Sale
E-commerce platform Shopee kicked off the holiday season with exciting deals at its 11.11 Mega Pamasko Sale. Sellers and shoppers can browse through what Shopee promises as 150 million deals…