Pay&Go Unveils Innovative Cash-Out Solution at Manila Tech Summit 2025
At the Manila Tech Summit 2025, held at Shangri-La The Fort in BGC, Pay&Go proudly highlighted its latest efforts in promoting digital inclusion. Organized by the Fintech Alliance Philippines, the event themed “Forging a New Global Order: Risks and Opportunities Redefined,” brought together top industry leaders, government officials, and innovators dedicated to shaping the future of fintech and technology in the Philippines.
The summit was also graced by President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr., emphasizing the government’s strong commitment to digital transformation and inclusive growth. Moreover, Senator Bam Aquino delivered an insightful keynote, titled “Laws that Unlock Growth,” underscoring the vital role of responsive legislation in accelerating the country’s digital economy.
Further bringing together key players from fintech firms, tech pioneers, and policymakers—including representatives from the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP)—the event provided a vital platform to explore emerging trends, challenges, and opportunities across the evolving landscape of finance and innovation.
Pay&Go’s Key Milestone: Introduction of Integrated Cash-Out Services
During the summit, Pay&Go introduced and showcased its innovative cash-out services, integrated into its existing self-service payment kiosks. Industry attendees and partners had the exclusive opportunity to experience this game-changing feature firsthand through real-time transactions. The response was overwhelmingly positive—several banks immediately saw the potential and have already onboarded, with many more expressing strong interest in partnering after successfully testing the service. This momentum underscores the powerful impact these cash-out solutions could have in expanding financial access across the country.
This cutting-edge feature has the potential to revolutionize financial accessibility, especially in underserved and remote communities. Also, by transforming existing kiosks into multifunctional touchpoints, Pay&Go aims to elevate them from simple transaction points to vital gateways for banking and financial services in areas where infrastructure limited.
Building on this exciting progress, Pay&Go will continue to embed and expand this enhancement within its current network of self-service kiosks. These upgraded machines, designed to deliver even greater convenience, accessibility, and efficiency—paving the way for a more inclusive financial landscape for Filipinos nationwide. This development vividly demonstrates Pay&Go’s commitment to practical, scalable solutions that will drive the future of financial inclusion.
Transforming Innovation to Inclusion
Furthermore, as this new feature gained attention, Pay&Go CEO Dan Ibarra participated in a key panel discussion titled “Unlocking Financial Health for Every Filipino: The Next Frontier in Inclusion,” moderated by Lawrence Ferrer, President & CEO of CIS Bayad Center Inc. Moreover, the session focused on collaborative strategies to bridge the financial gap and bring essential services closer to every Filipino.
“As we discuss risks and opportunities on a global stage, we remain grounded in our core mission here at home: We provide access to the grassroots population for their basic needs in financial inclusion,” said Ibarra.
“Self-service kiosks are increasingly visible in rural areas, proof that Filipinos want access to financial services. With over 3,000 machines nationwide, from urban centers to the most remote towns, we’re helping bridge the gap between owning an account and actively using it. Because true innovation isn’t just about cutting-edge tech; it’s about making fundamental services affordable, efficient, and accessible to every Filipino, wherever they may be.”
“… And this is not a solo effort. Financial inclusion is a shared mission—one that demands collaboration among government, private sector, and community stakeholders to ensure that walang maiiwan—no one is left behind,” as Ibarra closed the discussion.
Moreover, Pay&Go’s prominent presence at the Manila Tech Summit 2025 reaffirms its unwavering dedication to fostering a more inclusive digital economy. By working hand-in-hand with public and private partners, the company also commits to turning this vision into reality—bringing financial access to every corner of the Philippines.
