IN FORUM, EXPERTS TACKLE DOUBLE-EDGE ROLE OF AI IN PH ELECTIONS
The discussion explored the applications of AI, highlighting its potential to streamline research and efficiently process large volumes of data. Experts emphasized that AI could enhance creative social media campaigns, foster differential privacy, and significantly boost productivity.
HOW WILL THE TIKTOK BAN IN THE US AFFECT USERS IN PH, OTHER COUNTRIES?
Jam Jacob, legal and policy advisor at the Foundation for Media Alternatives (FMA), said the TikTok ban in the US could set a trend for other countries to ban other social media platforms or websites that are considered threats to the country’s security.
DEEPSEEK SAYS PH HAS ‘STRONGEST LEGAL CLAIM’ TO WPS, EVADES QUERIES ON OTHER CHINA ISSUES
DeepSeek, a Chinese artificial intelligence app, offered its insight on the maritime dispute in the West Philippine Sea while seemingly avoiding discussion of other issues concerning China and its government.
CHINESE HACKERS TARGET MARCOS’ OFFICE IN YEARSLONG CAMPAIGN, STEAL MILITARY DATA – REPORT
Chinese state-sponsored hackers are said to be behind the infiltration of the computer systems of the executive branch of the Philippine government. stealing sensitive data in the yearslong campaign, according to a Bloomberg News report citing three people with knowledge of the matter.
DICT SAYS NO SENSITIVE DATA LOST AMID HACKING INCIDENTS
The Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) has clarified that no sensitive information has been compromised in connection with the alleged Chinese hacker attacks on the computer system of the Office of the President.
FILIPINOS RECEIVE OVER 6M TEXT, 600K CALL SCAMS IN 2024
Data showed that these scam calls increased as time progressed, with Whoscall logging 108,157 calls in the first quarter of 2024, increasing to 135,535 by the second quarter, 165,236 by the third quarter, and 201,760 by the fourth quarter.
SOCIAL MEDIA EDUCATION IN ELEMENTARY, HIGH SCHOOL CURRICULUM SOUGHT
Senate Bill No. 2934 or the Internet Safety Education Act will equip students with knowledge and skills to navigate the online world responsibly while safeguarding themselves from its potential dangers.
PROVISIONAL AUTHORITY FOR STARLINK TO BRIDGE DIGITAL DIVIDE IN PH
In approving Senate Joint Resolution No. 3 on Monday evening, senators emphasized Starlink’s potential to address the country’s digital divide, particularly in underserved and remote areas. [Poe] noted that 65 percent of Filipinos remain unconnected, despite government efforts such as the Free Public Wi-Fi Program and the National Fiber Backbone Project.
BSP CONSIDERING SUBSCRIPTION FEE ON DIGITAL TRANSACTIONS
The BSP earlier said it is pushing for the removal of transaction fees for person-to-person electronic fund transfers and payments to small businesses in a bid to boost digital payments.
UPHOLD HUMAN DIGNITY IN DIGITAL AGE – PBBM
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. today urged lawyers to protect human dignity in the face of increasing challenges from the digital age, including cybercrime, data privacy issues, and artificial intelligence (AI).
PH FIRMS MUST BRACE FOR AI-POWERED ATTACKS
Check Point, in its “Cybersecurity Predictions 2025” report, noted that cybercriminals were keen on making their attacks more scalable and sophisticated with the use of AI.
STUDENTS URGED TO LIMIT PERSONAL INFO SHARING FOR DIGITAL SECURITY
In a seminar held at the University of Sto. Tomas (UST) last week, dubbed Self-defense Awareness and Familiarization Exercises (S.A.F.E.), attended by Senior High School (SHS) UST students, Gogolook Philippines Country Head Mel Migriño said, “We must be mindful of our online behavior and take proactive steps to safeguard our digital identities.”
PLDT, SMART INTENSIFY FIGHT AGAINST CYBERCRIME IN THE PHILIPPINES
Integrated network operator PLDT Inc. (PLDT) and its wireless unit Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart) are intensifying their efforts to tackle scams and cybercrimes in the Philippines. With mobile-based transactions comprising 64% of the country’s total, scammers have increasingly targeted the nation.
DICT HOPES TO COMPLETE PHASE 2 AND 3 OF NATIONAL FIBER BACKBONE PROJECT IN 2025
The Department of Information and Communications Technology hopes to complete this year Phases 2 and 3 of the National Fiber Backbone Project, which is seen to increase faster, more reliable, and more secure internet service to various provinces, government offices and data centers in the country.
SENATE BILL SEEKS INTERNET SAFETY EDUCATION FOR CHILDREN
Senate President Pro Tempore Jinggoy Estrada filed Senate Bill 1934 or the Internet Safety Education Act “to empower” children with tools for “safely navigating the virtual world early on and minimize, if not eliminate, its threats and dangers.”
FREE WIFI PROGRAM BUDGET TRIPLED TO P7.5 BILLION
In a news release Tuesday, Makati City 2nd District Rep. Luis Campos Jr., vice chairperson of the House Committee on Appropriations, said the additional funding this year aims to establish up to 50,000 public WiFi hotspots, particularly in geographically isolated and disadvantaged areas.
DICT SEEKS TO AMEND CYBERCRIME LAW AS SCAMMERS UPGRADE
In a press briefing at Malacañang on Tuesday, DICT Secretary Ivan John Uy acknowledged that scam text messages have resurfaced despite the implementation of the SIM Card Registration law.
PNP IT BUDGET RESTORATION TO BOOST FIGHT VS. CYBERCRIMES: SOLON
The restoration of PHP500 million for the Philippine National Police’s (PNP) information technology (IT) program will promote transparency in government and strengthen the fight against cybercrimes, a lawmaker said Friday.
INDEX CRIMES, CYBER CRIMES DECLINE IN 2024 – DILG
“Likewise, through constant monitoring, detection, protection and mitigation of cybersecurity issues, cybercrimes also dropped by 31.8 percent, with 14,529 reports in 2024, as compared to 21,300 in 2023,” added Remulla.
PDEA, CICC SIGN MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT VS DRUGS AND CYBERCRIMES
Their collaboration will improve efforts in combating cybercrimes, especially those related to dangerous drugs and controlled components.
CICC RECORDS OVER 10,000 CYBERCRIME COMPLAINTS IN 2024
A total of 10,004 cybercrime complaints were recorded in 2024, marking a threefold increase compared to 3,317 complaints in 2023, the Cybercrime Investigation and Coordinating Center (CICC) reported on Friday. The agency also announced P198 million in losses from the recorded cybercrime incidents.
EDITORIAL – FIGHTING DISINFORMATION
With the start of the official campaign period soon upon us, the Commission on Elections is moving to fight fake news and disinformation. In its latest move along this line, the Comelec has forged a partnership with social media giant TikTok.
FAKE NEWS, DISINFORMATION ‘MACHINERY’ PROBE SET AT HOUSE
Three House panels – committees on public order, public information, and information and communications technology – will jointly conduct the probe, which Sta. Rosa City, Laguna Rep. Dan Fernandez will spearhead.
COMELEC, TIKTOK TEAM UP VS FAKE NEWS
TikTok’s partnership with the poll body is “good news” as it is the leading social media platform utilized by politicians and candidates, Comelec Chairman George Garcia said.
PNP TO TACKLE FAKE NEWS, ELECTRONIC VOTE-BUYING IN 2025 POLLS
The Philippine National Police (PNP) is preparing to address new challenges in the upcoming midterm elections, including misinformation and electronic vote-buying, PNP chief Gen. Rommel Francisco Marbil said Monday.
PH, UK EYE PARTNERSHIP ON STRATEGIC COMMUNICATIONS VS. MISINFORMATION
The Philippines and the United Kingdom (UK) have agreed to enhance their cooperation on strategic communications and campaign against misinformation.
META DITCHING FACT-CHECKERS COULD WORSEN DISINFORMATION BEFORE PHILIPPINE ELECTIONS
Karl Patrick R. Mendoza, an associate professor at the Polytechnic University of the Philippines Department of Communication Research, said the move reinforces Filipinos’ view that social media platforms have been politicized.
DICT DEPLOYS TEAMS TO COMBAT ELECTION-RELATED MISINFORMATION
The Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) has deployed teams to monitor and report disinformation, misinformation, and deepfakes ahead of the 2025 midterm elections, Secretary Ivan Uy said on Wednesday.
DICT FLAGS HACKING ATTEMPTS BEFORE MIDTERM ELECTIONS
THE Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) on Tuesday flagged the growing cyber-attacks against Philippine government websites, including those of the Executive branch and some lawmakers, ahead of the midterm elections.
META TO REMOVE FACT-CHECKERS, EYES ‘COMMUNITY NOTES’ MODERATION
Social media giant Meta on Tuesday (January 7) scrapped its U.S. fact-checking program for a community-based system similar to X and reduced the curbs on discussions around contentious topics such as immigration and gender identity.
NOBEL WINNER RESSA WARNS OF ‘DANGEROUS TIMES’ AHEAD AFTER META ENDS US FACT-CHECKING
The veteran journalist and winner of the Nobel Peace Prize in 2021 said Meta’s decision meant “extremely dangerous times ahead” for journalism, democracy, and social media users.
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