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Did You Know? Google Just Rolled Out New Anti-Theft Features for Android Devices

Every day, thousands of Filipinos rely on their smartphones not just for calls and messages, but for banking, shopping, and managing nearly every aspect of their lives. Did you know that in 2025, smartphone theft and digital scams rose sharply in the…

Data Privacy Day: Simple Habits to Keep Your Data Secure

Current Events by jlagulto January 20, 2026

Every January 28, Data Privacy Day reminds us that protecting personal data goes beyond avoiding scams—it’s about practicing everyday habits that keep information secure. In 2026, data privacy is woven into daily life, shaping how we communicate, shop, work, and stay connected…

Spot the Scam: Know the Signs of Phishing and Smishing

Current Events by jlagulto November 21, 2025

As more Filipinos turn to online banking, e-wallets, and digital communication, cybercriminals are getting increasingly clever at stealing personal information. Two of the most common threats today are phishing and smishing scams. Knowing how these scams work—and how to respond—can help protect…

Learn How to Protect Yourself from Smishing Scammers

Technology by pmbautista September 25, 2022

Smishing scams have shockingly become more rampant in the past few months. This situation has put anyone with a mobile phone in danger of becoming a victim of these scams. But what is a smishing scam? It’s a method that fraudsters use…