This leaves the MPIN and OTP as the only security option for logging to GCash. We would also like to remind customers never to share their OTP and MPIN. It is possible GCash is locking down on possible points of compromise by disabling biometrics. We'll update this story once we get additional comment from GCash. Update (1pm): GCash has re-enabled the biometrics login feature to users. GCash announced today their partnership with Facebook to bring the famous virtual wallet into Messenger. GCash started back in 2004 as Globe's mobile money wallet and has since grown to be one of the most used money transfer and payment portal in the Philippines. Cross-platform sending (PayMaya to GCash and vice versa) would be available soon but for now, only GCash members can send and receive money from each other. Read more in our articles including "GCash removes Biometric Login feature" and "GCash now available in Messenger".
This leaves the MPIN and OTP as the only security option for logging to GCash. We would also like to remind customers never to share their OTP and MPIN.
It is possible GCash is locking down on possible points of compromise by disabling biometrics. We'll update this story once we get additional comment from GCash. Update (1pm): GCash has re-enabled the biometrics login feature to users.
Our coverage of gcash mpin includes: "GCash removes Biometric Login feature"; "GCash now available in Messenger"; "GCash introduces its new MasterCard with EMV". Each article provides unique insights and information.