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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 individuals' personal information. It has taken several actions in 2025, including ordering the suspension of data processing by certain apps, issuing guidelines on body-worn cameras, and investigating online lending platforms for alleged privacy violations. The NPC plays a crucial role in ensuring that businesses and organizations comply with privacy principles to safeguard Filipino citizens' rights.

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This is an AI-generated summary based on recent coverage. It was last updated on Thu, October 9, 2025 at 10:08 PM

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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.

Thu, May 15, 2025 at 9:43 AM

PCC approves Mynt's P2.31-B ECPay acquisition with conditions

The Philippine Competition Commission (PCC) has approved Mynt's P2.31-billion acquisition of Electronic Commerce Payments Inc. (ECPay), but with conditions.

Tue, May 6, 2025 at 12:58 PM

NPC probes UNA Credit over alleged harassment

The National Privacy Commission (NPC) will investigate the online lending app UNA Credit following accusations of harassment and threats made by the app against a sports vlogger and his contacts.

Tue, April 8, 2025 at 5:33 PM

NPC reminds candidates to follow Data Privacy Act in campaign data collection

The National Privacy Commission (NPC) is reminding candidates and political groups to comply with the Data Privacy Act of 2012 when collecting voter data for their campaigns.

Thu, March 13, 2025 at 11:38 PM

NPC, GCash partner for data privacy awareness

The National Privacy Commission (NPC) and GCash have signed a memorandum of agreement to enhance data privacy awareness among Filipinos.

Wed, February 12, 2025 at 12:00 AM

JuanHand disburses P45B in loans in 6 years

Fintech lending app JuanHand has disbursed over P45 billion in loans across more than 20 million disbursements in its six years of operation.

Mon, February 10, 2025 at 12:49 PM

Globe, GoTyme partner to fight cybercrimes

Globe and digital bank GoTyme have entered into a data-sharing agreement aimed at combating financial cybercrimes and digital scams.