PNP nets 18 cybercrime suspects
PNP Anti-Cybercrime Group arrests 18 individuals and files 49 cases in nationwide operations, as police strengthen efforts against online crimes and scams.
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BDO steps up anti-scam drive for senior citizens
BDO Unibank and BDO Foundation partnered with Barangay Bel-Air in Makati to help senior citizens recognize financial scams, protect sensitive information and…
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Financial scams, AI remain Phl’s top cyber threats
PSA Intelligence warned that financially motivated cybercrime will remain the Philippines’ top cybersecurity threat in 2026, as cybercriminals increasingly use…
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BSP, DoJ ink data-sharing agreement
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas and the Department of Justice have signed an information-sharing agreement under the Anti-Financial Account Scamming Act to…
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SEC flags fake lending apps tied to data risks
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has warned the public against a rising number of fraudulent online lending platforms impersonating legitimate…
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Digital fraud in Phl exceeds global rate for sixth year
A new TransUnion report shows the Philippines continues to record a higher-than-global-average digital fraud rate in 2025, with widespread phishing, smishing,…
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Meta sued over scam ads
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BDO strengthens digital banking safeguards amid evolving threats
BDO Unibank is strengthening cybersecurity and anti-fraud systems as digital banking adoption in the Philippines rises, addressing growing online fraud risks…
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Love scam hub sa Parañaque, ni-raid ng NBI
Arestado ang 48 katao, kabilang ang 41 Pilipina at 7 dayuhan, matapos salakayin ng NBI ang isang online love scam hub sa Parañaque. Natuklasan sa operasyon ang…
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Phishing attacks surge 423% as scammers target mobile-first Filipinos
Phishing and SMS scams surged in the Philippines in 2025, with a 423% rise in fake websites and smishing attacks, according to Check Point Software. AI,…
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Napolcom shuts down 145 fraudulent socmed pages
The commission reminded the public that all official announcements are released only through its verified communication channels.
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Bank secrecy reforms boost AFASA — BSP
BSP says easing bank secrecy laws will strengthen the Anti-Financial Account Scamming Act (AFASA), enabling authorities to target financial criminals,…
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Japanese, Chinese nationals arrested in Pampanga scam hub
Four foreign nationals were arrested in Angeles City, Pampanga for alleged telecom and online gaming fraud, part of BI’s crackdown on transnational scams.
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Love, lies and theft
In the digital age, scams thrive on speed and emotion. The better defense is awareness and a moment of pause.
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Public warned vs Bantayan Island online scam
Bantayan Island tourism officials warn of rising online booking scams ahead of 2026 Holy Week, with travelers losing hundreds of thousands of pesos to…
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Lolos beware: Love scams in the air
PNP warns the public to stay vigilant against online romance scams targeting the elderly and emotionally vulnerable, ahead of Valentine’s Day, amid thousands…
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