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Philippine regulation of digital platforms

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Latest: Discord faces partial blocks on Philippine mobile networks

The Philippine government, through the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) and the Cybercrime Investigation and Coordinating Center (CICC), has intensified efforts to hold global digital platfo

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Philippines Pax Silica hub phased development

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Latest: Pax Silica semiconductor initiative selects New Clark City for manufacturing hub

In July 2024, the Philippines joined the U.S.-led Pax Silica coalition to diversify semiconductor and rare-earth supply chains, emphasizing its nickel, copper, chromite, and cobalt reserves. A centerpiece is a 1,620-hect

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Meta AI and deepfake content moderation response

2 clusters · 8 sources · last updated

Latest: Meta Oversight Board slams inadequate deepfake safeguards

Meta is facing increasing pressure to address the risks posed by generative AI and deepfakes through both government cooperation and internal policy reform. In the Philippines, Meta has pledged to work more closely with

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Escalating global cybersecurity and AI-driven threats

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Latest: Cybersecurity threats rise amid growing AI adoption in Colombia and Spain

The cybersecurity landscape is facing escalating systemic risks driven by advancements in artificial intelligence and evolving criminal tactics. AI-driven threats have expanded to include the ability of generative models

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Philippines-Australia cybersecurity cooperation

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Latest: Australia and Kenya advance national and international defence initiatives

The Philippines and Australia held the second Philippines-Australia Cyber Dialogue in Manila to bolster cooperation against digital threats. The discussions focused on protecting critical undersea networks essential for

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Philippines digital and AI infrastructure expansion

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Latest: Philippines targets massive digital and AI infrastructure expansion

The Philippines is undertaking significant investments in telecommunications and digital infrastructure. Major telecommunications providers, including PLDT, Globe Telecom, and Converge ICT Solutions, have projected combi

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