In a decisive move to combat cybercrime and ensure public safety, Globe Telecom has reinforced its commitment to fully cooperate with the Philippine National Police (PNP) and other law enforcement agencies. The announcement comes after the full implementation of the SIM Registration Act, which mandates all new SIM card users to undergo a registration process.
Globe’s statement also follows disturbing reports from the PNP about the discovery of hundreds of unregistered SIM cards in the hands of alleged criminal syndicates. “The SIM Registration Act is a foundational step to thwart fraudsters and requires a multi-pronged approach with robust law enforcement” said Froilan Castelo, Globe Group General Counsel, during a Senate hearing chaired by Sen. Grace Poe on September 5, 2023.
Globe further cautioned the public against selling registered SIM cards or bulk-registering SIM cards under their names for a fee, as these acts could be exploited for illegal activities, rendering them complicit. “You will only be aiding criminals and get yourself in trouble. Never allow yourselves to become unwitting partners in criminal endeavors” warned Castelo.
Reiterating its readiness to work closely with governmental bodies, Globe lauded the effectiveness of the recent raids that led to the seizure of pre-registered SIMs and the subsequent arrest of suspects. “We stand ready to verify registration details on confiscated SIM cards and to extend proactive support in prosecuting those who violate the law” Castelo confirmed.
In response to the end of the SIM registration period on July 25, 2023, and a brief grace period ending on July 30, Globe promptly deactivated all unregistered SIM cards. The telecom giant is not new to cybersecurity efforts. With a dedicated 24/7 Security Operations Center and a staggering $20 million investment in robust filtering infrastructure, the company has a proven track record of combating spam and fraudulent messages.
Globe has also introduced a #StopSpam portal for customers to report spam and scam messages and plans to collaborate with the PNP to establish a similar reporting system. As of June 2023, Globe had blocked a record 2.2 billion spam and scam SMS, a nearly four-fold increase from last year’s figures, proving its relentless commitment to maintaining a secure and trustworthy telecommunications environment.
For more information or to report spam and scam SMS, the public can visit the #StopScam portal on Globe’s website at https://www.globe.com.ph/ or right HERE.
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