PLDT, Smart ready to hit ‘stop’ on Roblox in push to protect kids online
PLDT and its wireless unit Smart said they will support government efforts to limit access to Roblox as part of a broader push to strengthen online child protection.
Stronger together: Industry and government move to combat telco equipment theft
Telco stakeholders and government agencies are stepping up their collaboration to address threats, aiming to establish a long-term, coordinated national program to protect telco assets and ensure uninterrupted connectivity.
PLDT nabs over 2,400 cable thieves, vandals
In an effort to minimize downtime caused by cable thieves and vandals, PLDT has coordinated with the Philippine National Police, barangay authorities, and communities to patrol criminal hotspots.
PLDT cracks down on theft and vandalism to prevent service interruptions
PLDT Home is taking decisive action to address frequent service interruptions caused by theft and vandalism.
Over the past six weeks, PLDT has intensified its partnership with barangay officials in Taguig and the community of Acacia Estates to heighten security monitoring in the area, with all previous incidents documented and reported to the local barangay, in order to resolve the situation and prevent repeat issues. The company has likewise installed an adequate backup system in the area to ensure continuous PLDT connectivity and services.
PLDT, Smart, CICC launch broad public-private alliance to protect tech and telco infrastructure
PLDT, its wireless unit Smart, and the Cybercrime Investigation and Coordinating Center are spearheading PROTECTA Pilipinas or Protect Technology-Telecom Alliance to safeguard tech and telco infrastructure and help ensure Filipinos have unhampered access to much-needed connectivity.
Smart invests in advanced blocking system, empowers customers to fight fraudsters
In a report submitted by Smart to CICC, the telco reiterated its compliance to the SIM registration law, having incorporated the necessary enhancements and verification mechanisms that its regulators the NTC had required all telcos to implement in December 2023.