MANILA, Philippines, Jan. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Fuse Financing Inc. (Fuse), the lending arm of the Philippines' leading fintech player GCash together with GInsure, its digital insurance platform, is now giving free insurance coverage to borrowers of its GLoan feature.
Available for a limited time, the newest feature, GLoan Protect, provides borrowers with free loan and health insurance, underwritten by Oona Insurance Corporation, for every GLoan disbursement worth a minimum of PHP 500.00 (USD 8.00).
"Oftentimes, Filipinos don't think of insurance until it's too late," said Tony Isidro, President and CEO of Fuse Financing, Inc. "With the free insurance, we're making sure that every time someone gets a GLoan, they also get a safety net. It's our way of helping users feel more secure and protected without them having to spend extra."
By integrating protection into GLoan, GCash—through Fuse and GInsure—offers borrowers added peace of mind and a safety net against life's uncertainties.
Under GLoan Protect, the free health insurance covers a hospitalization allowance given to all users who avail of a GLoan moving forward. Users can claim a minimum of PHP 500.00 (USD 8.00) or up to 10% of the total loan value when they get confined in the hospital for a minimum stay of 3 days.
The loan insurance benefit is activated once a customer receives their loan proceeds from GLoan, and coverage remains constant and valid until the end of the loan term. In case of customer demise or accident-related permanent disability, the remaining loan balance will be waived and settled by the insurance provider. Any remaining benefit amount, if applicable, will then be paid out to the borrower's beneficiary or family.
"By combining credit and insurance within a single service, we're pushing the boundaries of digital innovation to give Filipinos not just access to funding, but also the protection they deserve," said Winsley Bangit, Group Head of New Businesses at Mynt, the parent company of GCash.
GCash made this initiative possible in partnership with Oona Insurance Corporation, a wholly-owned company by Oona Philippines Holdings Corporation (OPHC), actively expanding into health and digital-first solutions that meet the needs of today's consumers.
"Our mission at Oona is to make protection part of everyday life, not something out of reach. Partnering with Fuse and GCash shows how insurance can be embedded seamlessly into the financial services people already use, from borrowing to everyday transactions," said Abhishek Bhatia, Founder and CEO of Oona Insurance.
GLoan Protect is now available to new GLoan transactions for a limited time starting on January 16 until March 31, 2026. Borrowers should be Filipino citizens, aged 21-65, fully-verified GCash users with a minimum loan approved and disbursed amount of PHP 500.00 (USD 8.00), and at least one month loan tenor.
For more information about GLoan and its free insurance benefit, please visit https://help.gcash.com.
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Ph fintech GCash gives Filipinos free access to health, loan insurance through GLoan Protect
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BEIJING, Jan. 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- On January 20, iQIYI, China's leading online entertainment platform, released its 2025 Global Trending Content for its international version. Over the past year, iQIYI International recorded a remarkable 114.5% year-on-year increase in global views, fueled by strong demand for Chinese content and Thai dramas. Viewership preferences showed distinct differences across regions, including Southeast Asia, North America, East Asia, and the Middle East and North Africa.
Starting January 20, iQIYI International also launches new charts ranking global content across six categories, covering both Chinese and non-Chinese language dramas, films, and animation. These weekly and all-time rankings give users and partners a clear view of what's trending worldwide.
Dramas and Original Content Lead Growth
Dramas remain the platform's growth standouts. In 2025, nine out of the top 10 Chinese language series were iQIYI self-presented, including the chart-topping romance drama "The Best Thing," which successfully integrated traditional Chinese medicines into a contemporary narrative. Meanwhile, the romance drama "Speed and Love" under iQIYI's Heartbeat Theater climbed to No. 10 on the annual rankings just 20 days after its release.
Thai content also dominated non-Chinese language charts, led by the supernatural drama "Khemjira". Long-running iQIYI dramas, such as "KinnPorsche The Series La Forte" maintained high engagement throughout the year, reflecting the enduring impact of high-quality Thai productions.
Breakout success in Animation and Film
Chinese animation saw a breakout year, with eight of the top 10 titles featuring fantasy-adventure themes. Beyond traditional world-building, titles like "Urban Miracle Doctor" and "Super Cube" successfully introduced modern elements to global fans. In film, the "Ne Zha" franchise claimed the top three spots on the Chinese-language movie charts. While adaptations of legendary stories, such as "The Legend of the Condor Heroes: What Is Love" and "Monkey King Fights Lion Camel," also compelled audiences, further underscoring the worldwide appeal of Chinese mythology.
Localized Strategies for Global Tastes
Regional preferences remained distinct across iQIYI International's global footprint. Southeast Asian audiences prioritized localized and dubbed content, while North American viewers enjoyed a broad selection, from Chinese and Thai dramas to animation and music reality shows. East Asia views gravitated towards suspense and detective genres, while audiences in the Middle East and North Africa preferred Chinese content with military themes.
Looking Ahead to 2026
In 2025, iQIYI's overseas business saw rapid growth, emerging as the company's second growth engine. By integrating standout Chinese content with localized productions, iQIYI International effectively expanded its global presence and reached record average daily subscribers according to its Q3 2025 financial report.
Looking ahead, iQIYI International will deepen its investment in Asian content production, deliver high-quality content that connects with global audiences, and support creative talent worldwide.
Contact:
iQIYI Press,
press@qiyi.com
BEIJING, Jan. 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- On January 20, iQIYI, China's leading online entertainment platform, released its 2025 Global Trending Content for its international version. Over the past year, iQIYI International recorded a remarkable 114.5% year-on-year increase in global views, fueled by strong demand for Chinese content and Thai dramas. Viewership preferences showed distinct differences across regions, including Southeast Asia, North America, East Asia, and the Middle East and North Africa.
Starting January 20, iQIYI International also launches new charts ranking global content across six categories, covering both Chinese and non-Chinese language dramas, films, and animation. These weekly and all-time rankings give users and partners a clear view of what's trending worldwide.
Dramas and Original Content Lead Growth
Dramas remain the platform's growth standouts. In 2025, nine out of the top 10 Chinese language series were iQIYI self-presented, including the chart-topping romance drama "The Best Thing," which successfully integrated traditional Chinese medicines into a contemporary narrative. Meanwhile, the romance drama "Speed and Love" under iQIYI's Heartbeat Theater climbed to No. 10 on the annual rankings just 20 days after its release.
Thai content also dominated non-Chinese language charts, led by the supernatural drama "Khemjira". Long-running iQIYI dramas, such as "KinnPorsche The Series La Forte" maintained high engagement throughout the year, reflecting the enduring impact of high-quality Thai productions.
Breakout success in Animation and Film
Chinese animation saw a breakout year, with eight of the top 10 titles featuring fantasy-adventure themes. Beyond traditional world-building, titles like "Urban Miracle Doctor" and "Super Cube" successfully introduced modern elements to global fans. In film, the "Ne Zha" franchise claimed the top three spots on the Chinese-language movie charts. While adaptations of legendary stories, such as "The Legend of the Condor Heroes: What Is Love" and "Monkey King Fights Lion Camel," also compelled audiences, further underscoring the worldwide appeal of Chinese mythology.
Localized Strategies for Global Tastes
Regional preferences remained distinct across iQIYI International's global footprint. Southeast Asian audiences prioritized localized and dubbed content, while North American viewers enjoyed a broad selection, from Chinese and Thai dramas to animation and music reality shows. East Asia views gravitated towards suspense and detective genres, while audiences in the Middle East and North Africa preferred Chinese content with military themes.
Looking Ahead to 2026
In 2025, iQIYI's overseas business saw rapid growth, emerging as the company's second growth engine. By integrating standout Chinese content with localized productions, iQIYI International effectively expanded its global presence and reached record average daily subscribers according to its Q3 2025 financial report.
Looking ahead, iQIYI International will deepen its investment in Asian content production, deliver high-quality content that connects with global audiences, and support creative talent worldwide.
Contact:
iQIYI Press,
press@qiyi.com
** The press release content is from PR Newswire. Bastille Post is not involved in its creation. **
iQIYI International Unveils 2025 Global Trending Content: Asian Storytelling Captures Global Audiences
iQIYI International Unveils 2025 Global Trending Content: Asian Storytelling Captures Global Audiences
iQIYI International Unveils 2025 Global Trending Content: Asian Storytelling Captures Global Audiences
iQIYI International Unveils 2025 Global Trending Content: Asian Storytelling Captures Global Audiences
