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Top 17 Philippines Startups to Watch in 2026

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The Philippines' startup ecosystem is heavily concentrated in the financial technology space. This focus is seen in the rise of digital banking, payments, and lending platforms.

Leading the charge are companies like DITO Telecommunity, which has raised $3.9 billion, and Mynt, with $1.3 billion in funding. These firms highlight the significant investment flowing into the country's key sectors.

Below is our list of 17 Philippines startups worth keeping an eye on.

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Maya created an all-in-one money platform that serves as a digital bank for consumers in the Philippines. The app integrates everyday payments, high-interest savings, credit, and cryptocurrency trading into a single user experience.

HeadquartersMandaluyong, Cavite, Philippines
Year Founded2013
FoundersOrlando B. Vea
Funding Amount$712M
Startup SizeLarge Team (251-1,000)
Last Funding StatusConvertible Note
Top InvestorsInternational Finance Corporation, Tencent, Kohlberg Kravis Roberts, Kohlberg Kravis Roberts Japan, Susquehanna International Group

Coins.ph built a digital wallet and financial services platform for the Philippines market, allowing users to easily trade cryptocurrencies. The service is known for integrating crypto with everyday financial activities, such as paying bills and buying mobile credits.

HeadquartersPasig, Rizal, Philippines
Year Founded2014
FoundersRon Hose, Runar Petursson
Funding Amount$40M
Startup SizeLarge Team (251-1,000)
Last Funding StatusSeries C
Top InvestorsPantera Capital, Global Brain Corporation, Ribbit Capital, Quona Capital, Digital Currency Group

Mynt operates Gcash, a popular mobile wallet that provides a wide array of digital financial services. The platform enables everything from simple payment handling and money transfers to micro-lending and other business solutions.

HeadquartersTaguig, Rizal, Philippines
Year Founded2015
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Funding Amount$1.3B
Startup SizeLarge Team (251-1,000)
Last Funding StatusSecondary Market
Top InvestorsInsight Partners, Warburg Pincus, MUFG Bank, Mitsubishi Corporation, Amplo

PickUp Coffee brings espresso and milk-based beverages to a wider audience by focusing on accessibility and affordability. The company operates a convenient grab-and-go model that serves quality coffee without the high price tag.

HeadquartersTaguig, Rizal, Philippines
Year Founded2022
FoundersJaime González Fernández
Funding Amount$46M
Startup SizeMid-Size Team (51-250)
Last Funding StatusSeries A
Top InvestorsAntler, FJ Labs, Saison Capital, Venturi Partners, Argor Capital

BillEase created a consumer finance app that provides flexible payment options for shoppers in the Philippines. The app's AI-driven platform offers buy now, pay later services and personal loans to make purchases more manageable.

HeadquartersMakati, Manila, Philippines
Year Founded2015
FoundersGeorg Steiger, Huyen Nguyen, Ritche Weekun
Funding Amount$146.3M
Startup SizeLarge Team (251-1,000)
Last Funding StatusDebt Financing
Top InvestorsThe Rise Fund, Lendable, MDI Ventures, KB Investment, Helicap

GoTyme Bank runs a digital banking service in the Philippines that combines a mobile app with a network of physical kiosks for a high-touch approach. Their platform offers users high-interest savings accounts, free money transfers, and a debit card that earns shopping rewards.

HeadquartersPasig, Rizal, Philippines
Year Founded2021
FoundersJojo Malolos
Funding Amount$26.3M
Startup SizeLarge Team (251-1,000)
Last Funding StatusVenture Round
Top InvestorsJG Summit Holdings, GoTyme Financial, Tyme Investments, Giga Investment

The team at Zed is building a credit card that does away with common fees like interest and international transaction charges. Their card also lets users create unlimited virtual cards for safer online payments.

HeadquartersTaguig, Rizal, Philippines
Year Founded
FoundersDanielle Cojuangco, Steve Abraham
Funding Amount$6M
Startup SizeLean Team (11-50)
Last Funding StatusVenture Round
Top InvestorsValar Ventures

One Stop Warehouse operates as a major wholesale distributor for the solar industry, sourcing a wide array of products from global suppliers. They equip renewable energy professionals with everything from solar panels and inverters to batteries and mounting systems.

HeadquartersAustralia, Isabela, Philippines
Year Founded2013
Founders
Funding Amount$40.9M
Startup SizeMid-Size Team (51-250)
Last Funding StatusVenture Round
Top InvestorsHillhouse Investment, Sparkedge Capital

GCash operates a leading finance super app in the Philippines, giving users a powerful digital wallet for everyday transactions. Their service expands beyond simple payments to include savings, credit, insurance, and investment products within the app.

HeadquartersTaguig, Rizal, Philippines
Year Founded2015
FoundersMartha Sazon
Funding Amount
Startup SizeLarge Team (251-1,000)
Last Funding StatusPrivate Equity
Top InvestorsAyala Corporation

DITO Telecommunity built a new telecommunications network in the Philippines to provide mobile and broadband services. They are focused on delivering high-speed 5G connectivity to challenge the country's existing major players.

HeadquartersTaguig, Rizal, Philippines
Year Founded1998
Founders
Funding Amount$3.9B
Startup SizeLarge Team (251-1,000)
Last Funding StatusDebt Financing
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7 Additional Philippines Startups Worth Following

Our top ten picks are just the beginning of the story in the Philippines. New companies are popping up all the time, tackling big problems in finance, education, and healthcare.

Many are in the fintech space, with funding that ranges from early seed rounds to major private equity investments. Here’s a look at seven more startups that are shaping the country's startup scene.

StartupIndustryYear FoundedAmount RaisedLast Funding Round
Skyro logo SkyroFintech2022₱570MDebt Financing
Cashalo logo CashaloFintech2017$75MDebt Financing
SeaBank Philippines logo SeaBank PhilippinesFintech1965$75MConvertible Note
Phinma Education Holdings, Inc. logo Phinma Education Holdings, Inc.Education2021₱8.3BPrivate Equity
Lista logo ListaFintech2021$5.1MSeed
My Kindred logo My KindredHealthcare2022$6.5MSeed
Toki logo TokiRetail2023$1.8MPre-Seed

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