BSP Urges Public To Use Multi-Factor Authentication

BSP

BSP: “The BSP continuously reminds the public that e-safety is everyone’s responsibility.” BSP — On Monday, the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas urged the public to use available security features and to practice cyber hygiene in order to avoid becoming victims of fraudulent activities. The central bank said in a statement that consumers should enable “multiple … Read more

President Duterte Extends Aid To Communities Affected By “Agaton”

President Duterte

President Duterte: “So kamong naigo ug napinsala, nawad-a’g balay, matagaan gyud mo. Pero it would be a long, long process.” PRESIDENT RODRIGO DUTERTE — The President vowed that the government will continue providing food and shelter to those affected by Tropical Depression “Agaton”. The President made this pronouncement during his visit to Leyte last April … Read more

Senator Drilon Hits Back At Critics Of SIM Card Registration Bill After Duterte Veto

Senator Drilon

Senator Drilon: “By vetoing this bill, the President lets trolls thrive, spread lies and hate, and fuel discord and division.” SENATOR FRANKLIN DRILON — On Saturday, the senator hits back at critics of the proposed SIM Card Registration Act. The senator “congratulated” troll farm operators, fake news spreaders, and online bullies for President Rodrigo Duterte’s … Read more

House Panel Chair Says Social Media Registration A “Last-Minute Insertion” By Drilon

Deputy Speaker Wes Gatchalian

The social media registration is a “last-minute insertion” by Senate Minority Leader Drilon, according to a House panel chair. HOUSE PANEL CHAIR — Deputy Speaker Wes Gatchalian said that the provision on social media registration cited by President Rodrigo Duterte in vetoing the proposed SIM Card Registration Act was a “last-minute insertion” by Senate Minority … Read more

President Duterte Vetoes Proposed SIM Card Registration Act

SIM cards

President Duterte has vetoed the proposed SIM Card Registration Act. PRESIDENT RODRIGO DUTERTE — The President has vetoed the proposed bill seeking the mandatory registration of all SIM cards and social media accounts. On Friday, Presidential Communications Secretary and acting Presidential Spokesperson Martin Andanar said in a statement that the President believes the proposed SIM … Read more