ACI Worldwide announced today that BPI Direct BanKo, the microfinance arm of the Bank of the Philippine Islands, has chosen its issuing and acquiring platform to modernize its payment infrastructure. The partnership will enable BanKo to deliver fast, seamless omnichannel transaction processing across ATMs, POS, and mobile channels while maintaining compliance with evolving regulatory standards.
Under the agreement, ACI’s platform will replace BanKo’s existing switch, providing real‑time transaction processing and a modular architecture that supports future service extensions. The new system is expected to go live by the end of Q1 2026, positioning BanKo to enhance customer banking experiences and support millions of Filipinos nationwide.
This win expands ACI’s presence in the Southeast Asian market and underscores the growing demand for cloud‑native payment solutions in emerging economies. The partnership aligns with ACI’s strategy to broaden its addressable market beyond large banks, leveraging its Connetic platform to offer lower‑risk modernization paths for mid‑market institutions.
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