FROM BEEPER TO BYTES Cybercriminals use the photos and names of celebrities and prominent Filipino businessmen to lure unsuspecting victims into clicking malicious links. People primarily see these scams through as sponsored posts in popular social media sites. These posts target users aged 40 and...
FROM BEEPERS TO BYTES When someone on Facebook Messenger informed Andrew (not his real name) that he was eligible for a ₱100,000 loan from a government organization, he was excited. The interest seemed reasonable — ₱10,000 payable over 10 months. However, the loan agent explained that Andrew...
FROM BEEPERS TO BYTES Holy Week is the cornerstone of the Catholic year, a solemn and sacred period leading to the joyous celebration of Easter. For us Catholics, it's a time to retrace the final steps of Jesus’ life, contemplating his suffering, sacrifice, and ultimate triumph over death....
FROM BEEPERS TO BYTES Summer is here, and with it comes the excitement of planning those long-awaited vacation. Unfortunately, scammers are always ready to exploit eager travelers. As the lure of exotic destinations and the promise of budget-friendly holidays tempt many, vacation scams have...
FROM BEEPERS TO BYTES Reflecting on my journey in tech journalism, it's clear how much the landscape has evolved since I was appointed the TechNews Editor of the Manila Bulletin. At that time, I believed I had reached the peak of my career. However, technology, ever-pervasive and constantly...
FROM BEEPERS TO BYTES I used to worry about my son. His eyes were always glued to his phone or laptop. He’d zone out, ignoring conversations and missing the world right before him. It felt like an invisible wall between us, built of pixels and notifications. When Abba’s Orchard School announced...
FROM BEEPERS TO BYTES Imagine a world where you can send money to your friend in Europe, purchase a collectible online from a seller in Japan, or even contribute to a charitable cause for the typhoon victims in Mindanao instantly, securely, and without the need for banks or government oversight....
FROM BEEPER TO BYTES My life revolves around digital fortresses and the relentless blocking of those who want to tear them down. As a cybersecurity analyst and senior technology editor of the Manila Bulletin, I imagine myself as a sentinel in a constantly evolving battle, protecting sensitive data...
FROM BEEPERS TO BYTES In the shadowy corners of the digital world, deception often wears the mask of love and companionship. I recently had a heart-wrenching conversation with a woman who reached out to Scam Watch Pilipinas after falling victim to such a scam. She shared how a seemingly harmless...
FROM BEEPERS TO BYTES The year 2023 marked a significant shift in the telecommunications landscape in the Philippines with the implementation of the SIM Card Registration Act or Republic Act 11934. The law, signed and made effective by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Oct. 10, 2022, is a...
FROM BEEPERS TO BYTES Many borrowers from people offering loans online have reported instances of harassment and public shaming. This worrying trend emerged during the pandemic and continues today. Online lending platforms have become popular because they provide fast financial services. The...
FROM BEEPERS TO BYTES Romance may blossom online, but so can deception. Scam Watch Pilipinas, a staunch advocate for consumer protection against online scams, is raising awareness this Valentine's Day about the lurking dangers of online relationships with its aptly named campaign, UnMatch. This...
