The PLDT Infinity SIM is a Scam, Don’t Fall For It

As much as we are looking for the best value internet plan, we want to inform everyone about a scam about a PLDT Infinity SIM. While this scam started late last year if you search on Facebook, it seems that some still fall for it. Based on what we gathered, the scam involves a claim […]

Did Text Scams Become Less Frequent Since the POGO Ban?

One of the biggest news stories last July was when President Bongbong Marcos announced during his SONA that all POGOs–short for Philippine Offshore Gaming Operator–would be banned. Since the POGO Ban announcement, there are claims that text scams have been reduced–at least according to House Deputy Speaker David Suarez. “Before I used to have four or five scam […]

DICT Admits: Text Scams Rampant Despite SIM Registration Law

It has been more than a year since the SIM Registration Law has been passed. The registration was even extended in efforts other than curb dubious SIM numbers. However, text scams remained to be rampant despite the SIM Registration Law, and the DICT admitted that there are loopholes to it that scammers took advantage of. […]

Scam Alert: DICT Warns Public Vs NCAP Cyber Attack

With the No Contact Apprehension Policy (NCAP) not in effect since 2022, Filipinos are caught off-guard with the recent proliferation of texts alleging that they have yet to paid their NCAP violations and need to settle it within 7 days. The MMDA has reminded the public that NCAP remains suspended, and the DICT is alerting […]

CICC Alerts Public on Rewards Scam

The Cybercrime Investigation and Coordinating Center (CICC) warns the public of a rewards scam that pretends to be a message from Globe Telecom. In its advisory, the CICC said that the aforementioned rewards scam makes use of the domain globeeph.top, and preys on vulnerable customers via SMS or Text Message. Those who click on the […]

Iwas Budol at Scam: How to Stay Safe Online

Protecting your accounts online is now just as important as loving someone. In today’s digital age, you can say goodbye to years of posts and messages, or your money at worst, with a simple click to a phishing website or connecting to an unsecured connection, to name a few. We list down top tips for […]

How to Report Online Scams, Cybercrime, Cyber Libel in the Philippines

Scams and tons of cybercrime proliferate cyberspace, and it seems it’s not stopping anytime soon. Keep yourself informed with this guide on how to report online scams, cybercrime, and cyber libel in the Philippines. Online crimes are just as prevalent as those on the streets. The PNP recorded 16,300 cases in 2023 alone, with over […]

Less Scams? Globe Removes Clickable Links from 8080 Channel

In its efforts to combat scammers using sophisticated methods, Globe has removed all clickable links from its official customer advisories–particularly with its 8080 SMS channel. Recently, Globe’s subscribers have been receiving scam messages that use 8080 or the “Globe” sender ID, where these messages use a fake Globe link to lure them into phishing sites. […]

How to Avoid Lazada and Shopee Scams

While online shopping is the future, it’s a sad reality that people are vulnerable to scams. In fact, Filipinos are the most vulnerable to shopping scams at an alarming 35.9% according to the 2023 Asia Scam Report. READ MORE: –Filipinos Are Especially Gullible to Shopping Scams –Scams are so Bad in PH, the Gov’t Wants […]

Filipinos Are Especially Gullible to Shopping Scams

No need to be surprised why Filipinos are vulnerable to shopping scams like the fake Marshall ads you’d often see on Facebook: according to the 2023 Asia Scam Report, the Philippines has the highest scam rate among 11 Asian countries at 35.9%. The Philippines’ 35.9% rating for Filipinos being victims of shopping scams is exceptionally […]

Scams are so Bad in PH, the Gov’t Wants to Reset Auto-Debits

Scams remain rampant in the Philippines despite recent efforts made by eWallet platforms like GCash that include insurance for transactions. The government is dealing with many cybersecurity issues as of late, and the DICT thinks that resetting the auto-debit feature in eWallet platforms should lessen the number of scams victimizing many Filipinos. According to DICT […]

Meta Keeps Allowing These Scam Businesses To Reach You. Why?

If you’ve been looking at your Facebook feed recently, you’ve probably seen sponsored posts of Marshall Philippines cutting prices by 80% for their most popular models. Only they’re not, as there is no massive sale and this isn’t the official page of Marshall Philippines. It’s a page run by god knows who, and are probably […]