National Privacy Commission

The National Privacy Commission (NPC) is responsible for protecting personal data privacy in the Philippines, recently signing a memorandum of understanding with the Philippine National Police's Anti-Cybercrime Group to enhance collaboration on data protection and cybercrime. The NPC also investigates potential breaches like the public display of voters' information during elections, emphasizing the need for careful handling of sensitive data to prevent privacy risks.

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Last updated at August 1, 2025.

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NPC, PNP-ACG sign MOU on data protection and cybercrime

The National Privacy Commission (NPC) has partnered with the Philippine National Police (PNP) - Anti-Cybercrime Group (ACG) to address data protection and cybercrimes.
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NPC signs MOU with Bermuda for cross-border data protection

The National Privacy Commission (NPC) of the Philippines and the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Bermuda signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to enhance cooperation on personal data protection and cross-border enforcement.
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NPC partners with GCash to boost data privacy awareness

The National Privacy Commission (NPC) has partnered with fintech app GCash to raise awareness on data privacy among Filipinos.
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Comelec denies data breach allegations, launches cybersecurity probe

The Commission on Elections (Comelec) denied allegations of a data breach in its system on Monday, February 17.
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Globe, GoTyme sign data-sharing pact to combat cyber fraud

Globe Telecom and GoTyme Bank have signed a data-sharing agreement aimed at preventing digital scams and financial cybercrimes.
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DSWD implements unified PWD ID system by year-end

The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) announced that a unified persons with disability (PWD) identification system will be implemented by the end of 2025.
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NPC to probe GCash unauthorized transactions

On November 11, 2024, GCash reported to the National Privacy Commission (NPC) that there was no data leakage or personal data breach in the incident involving unauthorized transactions.
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Rep Barbers urges creation of AIDA for ethical AI regulation

A lawmaker in the Philippines has renewed calls for the creation of an 'AI Development Authority' (AIDA) to regulate artificial intelligence development and usage ethically and responsibly.
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PhilHealth data breach affects 42M members, hackers demand $300K ransom

A data breach at PhilHealth in September 2023 has affected approximately 42 million individuals, according to the National Privacy Commission (NPC).
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DICT unit breached; defaced with political message

A unit within the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) experienced a data breach on Tuesday morning.
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