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Beyond the Fault Line: Why the Philippines’ Next National Crisis Won’t Be Just an Earthquake
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For decades, the term “The Big One” has triggered a singular, terrifying image in the minds of Filipinos: the movement of the West Valley Fault and a catastrophic earthquake flattening Metro Manila. We map the fault lines, we retrofit our condos in BGC and Makati, and we run the Shake…
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Strengthening Digital Trust: Senator Villar’s Push for a Philippine Scam Prevention Center
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In a decisive move to safeguard Filipinos against digital threats, Senator Mark Villar has filed a bill establishing the Philippine Scam Prevention Center (PSPC)—a centralized hub for addressing scam-related cases and boosting consumer protection. The proposal, filed as one of his top 10 priority measures in the 20th Congress, is…
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Facing the surge in cyberattacks: What Philippine businesses need to do
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Ram Vaidyanathan, Chief IT Security Evangelist at ManageEngine The Philippines’ digital economy is growing rapidly, and with this progress comes greater exposure to cyber threats. As more services move online, the country’s exposure to cyberattacks is increasing. In 2024, the Philippines’ digital economy accounted for 8.5% of its GDP (a…
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Strengthening Cybersecurity in PH IT-BPM: Protecting Stakeholders and the Industry
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As the Philippine IT-BPM industry continues to grow—projected to reach 1.9 million full-time digital workers and $40 billion in export revenue by 2025—cybersecurity threats like vishing attacks are becoming more sophisticated, putting the safety of both local and international stakeholders at risk. A recent data breach at Qantas Airways’ Manila-based…
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Proposed Anti-Red-Tagging Bill Sparks Debate on National Security and Civil Liberties
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A proposed bill aimed at penalizing red-tagging in the Philippines has ignited a fierce debate between human rights advocates and national security forces, with the National Task Force to End Local Communist Armed Conflict (NTF-ELCAC) warning that the measure could have serious consequences for the country’s safety and security. Filed…
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Second Cyber Attack on ICC Sparks Renewed Security Measures
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The International Criminal Court (ICC) has confirmed it was targeted by a “sophisticated” cyber attack last week, marking the second major cybersecurity breach it has suffered in recent years. The incident has raised serious concerns about the safety and integrity of the tribunal’s digital infrastructure and its ability to protect…
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Safer Journeys Ahead: DFA Strengthens Travel Preparedness for Filipinos and Visitors
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The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) has taken a major step toward ensuring safer and more informed international travel with its new initiative aimed at strengthening orientation programs for outbound Filipinos and foreign visitors to the Philippines. In a recent consultation at the DFA headquarters, representatives from key international organizations,…
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Filipinos in Iraq Urged to Prioritize Safety Amid Rising Tensions in the Middle East
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As tensions escalate in the Middle East following recent military strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities, the Philippine Embassy in Iraq has renewed its call for Filipinos in the country to prioritize their safety and security above all else. The embassy strongly advised against all non-essential travel to Iraq, citing the…
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Appdome is the First to Detect Agentic AI Malware on Mobile Devices
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New Android & iOS Plugins Detect Agentic AI Assistants Performing In-App Surveillance and Data Exfiltration in Consumer and Enterprise Apps Manila, Philippines – Appdome, the leader in protecting mobile businesses, today announced the availability of new dynamic defense plugins to detect and defend against Agentic AI Malware and unauthorized AI…
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