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National Privacy Commission

The National Privacy Commission (NPC) is the regulatory body in the Philippines responsible for enforcing data privacy laws and protecting personal information. It has been actively involved in investigating data breaches, issuing guidelines on privacy practices, and addressing violations related to the collection and processing of personal data. Recent actions include probing alleged data leaks, ordering the suspension of data processing activities, and reminding the public and organizations of their privacy obligations.

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Mon, December 1, 2025 at 6:22 PM

Araneta Group confirms data breach affecting TicketNet, PPI, and Araneta Center

The Araneta Group of Companies confirmed a cybersecurity breach affecting three business units: Araneta Center Inc., TicketNet Inc., and PPI (Dairy Queen) Holdings Inc., detected on November 28.

Tue, November 4, 2025 at 6:06 PM

NPC reminds public sensitive info in SALNs should not be publicized

The National Privacy Commission (NPC) has reminded the public that sensitive personal information in government officials' Statements of Assets, Liabilities, and Net Worth (SALNs) should not be publicized.

Tue, October 28, 2025 at 2:31 PM

NPC finds no basis for GCash data breach claims

The National Privacy Commission (NPC) concluded its investigation into alleged GCash data leaks, finding no sufficient basis to confirm a personal data breach.

Mon, October 27, 2025 at 1:35 PM

CICC clears GCash of data breach, says sold datasets were fake

The Cybercrime Investigation and Coordinating Center (CICC) has cleared GCash of a data breach, concluding that the datasets sold on the dark web were fake and did not originate from the e-wallet.

Mon, October 27, 2025 at 1:02 PM

NPC probes alleged GCash data breach

The National Privacy Commission (NPC) is investigating an alleged data breach of GCash, the country's leading mobile wallet, after a dark web post claimed to be selling user data.

Mon, October 27, 2025 at 12:11 PM

GCash denies data breach claims amid dark web allegations

GCash has denied allegations of a data breach despite claims on a dark web forum about the sale of user data impacting an estimated 7 to 8 million users.

Thu, October 9, 2025 at 1:15 PM

NPC orders World App to halt data processing in PH

The National Privacy Commission (NPC) has ordered Tools for Humanity (TFH) to halt all personal data processing activities in the Philippines concerning its World App and Orb verification services due to alleged data privacy violations.

Wed, July 16, 2025 at 7:06 PM

MAD obtains info on Red-taggers of journalist Corrales

The Movement Against Disinformation (MAD) has obtained crucial information, including a list of at least 10 social media page administrators, to hold accountable those behind the "Red-tagging" of journalist Leonardo Vicente "Cong" Corrales.

Wed, June 11, 2025 at 5:12 PM

NPC releases new guidelines on body-worn cameras

The National Privacy Commission (NPC) has released new guidelines, Circular No. 2025-01, to regulate the use of body-worn cameras by police, private security, and vloggers, emphasizing the protection of individual privacy.

Thu, May 15, 2025 at 2:56 PM

Victim urges NBI, PNP to probe Temu investment scam

A victim of the alleged 'TEMU Investment Scam' is calling on the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI), the PNP-Anti Cybercrime Group, the National Privacy Commission (NPC), and lawmakers to probe the scheme that has defrauded numerous citizens.