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RA 10175

RA 10175

The Cybercrime Prevention Act of 2012 is a key legal framework in the Philippines used to address various forms of cybercrime, including online defamation, extortion, and illegal online activities. It has been frequently invoked in recent cases involving cyber libel, online gambling, and the production of fake government IDs. The law continues to play a central role in law enforcement efforts to combat digital crimes in the country.

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Mon, January 5, 2026 at 10:57 AM

Five nabbed for alleged P1M shoe theft; hacker masterminds sought

Five individuals have been apprehended for the alleged theft of over P1 million worth of shoes, which occurred after a delivery app was reportedly hacked.

Sun, December 7, 2025 at 3:46 PM

17 foreign nationals arrested for illegal Pogo operation in Taguig

Seventeen foreign nationals, including twelve Chinese, four Malaysians, and one Vietnamese, were apprehended in Taguig City for allegedly operating an illegal Philippine Offshore Gaming Operator (Pogo) business.

Sat, December 6, 2025 at 10:27 PM

Businessman Rajiv Chandiramani files cyber libel complaint against ex-wife Vicki Narwani

A Filipino-Indian businessman, Rajiv Chandiramani, has filed a cyber libel complaint against his ex-wife, Vicki Narwani, before the Marikina City Prosecutor's Office.

Wed, December 3, 2025 at 12:00 AM

DOJ indicts Fergus Inc. execs for illegal investment solicitation

The Department of Justice (DOJ) has indicted two executives of Cebu-based Fergus Inc. for allegedly engaging in illegal investment solicitation.

Fri, November 21, 2025 at 1:16 PM

DOJ indicts Seataoo firms for illegal investment schemes

The Department of Justice (DOJ) has indicted New Seataoo Corp. and Seataoo Information Technology OPC, along with their officers and directors, for allegedly running illegal investment schemes.

Sun, November 16, 2025 at 12:07 PM

Korean, 2 Filipinas nabbed in Angeles City for alleged crypto-trafficking

A Korean national, identified as Lim, and two Filipinas were arrested in Angeles City for alleged involvement in crypto-trafficking.

Mon, November 3, 2025 at 3:50 PM

Sen JV Ejercito files bill vs cyberbullying, fake news

Senator JV Ejercito has filed Senate Bill No. 1474, the "Emman Atienza Bill" or "Anti-Online Hate and Harassment Act," to combat cyberbullying, fake news, and online defamation, especially among the youth.

Wed, October 15, 2025 at 12:59 PM

Las Piñas councilor receives Facebook extortion threats; suspect nabbed

Police in Las Piñas City have arrested a 43-year-old man for allegedly attempting to extort money from a city councilor through threats made via Facebook Messenger.

Mon, October 13, 2025 at 6:03 PM

PNP warns against smishing using acting chief's name

The Philippine National Police (PNP) has issued a warning against "smishing" activities using the name of PNP acting chief Police Lieutenant General Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr.

Fri, October 3, 2025 at 3:44 PM

9 Koreans arrested in Cebu for illegal detention, online gambling

Nine Korean nationals were apprehended in Cebu City by the Philippine National Police (PNP) for alleged illegal detention and involvement in illegal online gambling operations.