CoinEx Shutdown Marks End of an Era for Filipino Crypto Users 

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After nearly nine years in the crypto market, CoinEx is preparing to close its doors, and Filipino users are among those who now need to plan their next move.  CoinEx has announced an orderly shutdown of its cryptocurrency exchange, ending operations on December 22, 2026.   The company said the decision followed prolonged market pressures, shrinking […]

Maybank Discontinues Dragonpay as QR Ph and E‑Wallets Take Center Stage 

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Maybank Philippines has announced that it will discontinue Dragonpay as a payment option on its internet and mobile banking platforms effective September 30, 2026, steering customers toward other digital payment channels such as GCash, Maya, and QR Ph.  The bank advised customers to complete any pending Dragonpay transactions before the cutoff date and avoid setting […]